One of the most important traditions that Filipinos have every Christmas is Misa de Gallo or Simbang Gabi. Simbang Gabi is a series of nine consecutive church masses that starts on December 16 and ends on December 24. Simbang Gabi happens around 3 am and ends before sunrise. Completing the Misa de Gallo will grant your wish. The night mass is done to commemorate the nine days before the birth of Jesus...
Traditional Philippine Christmas celebrations are just right around the corner. As the holiday season approaches, more and more people look for tourist destinations they can enjoy with their families. Two of the most recognized symbols of Christmas in the Philippines are the parol and the Christmas tree. San Fernando, Pampanga, has been dubbed the "Christmas Capital of the Philippines" for the...
Why you need to Invest in Silang Cavite Photo from Boltair3 The Municipality of Silang is a first-class landlocked municipality in the province of Cavite. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, it has a population of 295,644. The name Silang is derived from the Tagalog word “Silangan” because it is located in the eastern portion of the province. Silang spans 15,641.00 hectares, divided...
Aerial of Butuan City | Photo by Erwin M. Mascariñas The holidays are fast approaching! We only have a few days to celebrate the most magical and awaited time of the year! This is best celebrated with your loved ones, especially in places you want to make a memory with. Butuan City is in the northeastern part of Mindanao Island, near the mouth of the mighty Agusan River. The name "Butuan" is...
Filipino Christmas tradition is truly unique because the Philippines is the only country that celebrates Christmas for four months. Unlike the rest of the world, Filipinos start decorating Christmas ornaments in their home on September 1. Filipinos have family-centric values, and Christmas embodies the tradition of being together with the family. This is why Christmas is so long in the...
Places to Shop this Christmas in Trece Martires | Photo from Unsplash Trece Martires City is the de-facto capital of the province of Cavite and was named after the thirteen martyrs who sacrificed themselves during the Spanish colonial period. Each barangay in Trece Martires is named after the martyrs. Like any other part of the Philippines, the people of Trece Martires celebrate Christmas with joy and...
Is traveling during Christmas a good idea | Photo from Unsplash Filipino Christmas tradition involves being together with the family and having the Noche Buena meal together. During Christmas, children would also open gifts from loved ones, and adults would converse with each other. However, some people are away from home during the holidays. Traveling away from home during the holiday season has...
Under the radar attractions in Sorsogon to visit Photo from Jon to the World Blog According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the province of Sorsogon is located in the Bicol region with a population of 182,237. Sorsogon is an agricultural province where rice, pili, and coconuts are its main products. In terms of tourism, tourists visit Sorsogon primarily because of its beaches, beautiful...
International flavors you can taste in Pampanga | Photo from Unsplash Pampanga is dubbed the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines." Everyone knows the culinary prowess of the Kapampangans, and having a taste of Kapampangan cuisine is truly an experience. Kapampangan cuisine is deeply rooted in Spanish, Malay, and Mexican cuisine. Kapampangans add their twist to these dishes and, through the years,...
Cavite Provincial Capitol Photo from Katrina Bautista via Pinterest The vibrancy of being located in the heart of business districts, a more significant number of job opportunities, a fast-paced environment, and easy access to shops and amenities are all advantages of living in the Metro. However, living in a congested metropolis has a cost. It involves dealing with the city's daily hustle and bustle...
