IT'S HERE. I can feel it's warmth. I can hear the waves murmuring as they crash against the powdery white sands of Gumasa. Sarangani Bay is calling. The biggest beach party in Mindanao is about to happen. Yes, SarBay Fest is here. Everyone is all agog about SarBay Fest 2013. Why ...
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FOR THE first time, comics enthusiasts and artists gathered at Robinson's Place GenSan for the First Arts, Comics, and Toys Convention (1st ACT), an activity that inspired and showcased opportunities for local visual artists. Known Pinoy comics artists, such as Harvey Tolibao, who has worked for Marvel and DC Comics, graced ...
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I AM very sure; SM City GenSan will be awash with people today. Why not? The country's favorite shopping mall is opening in GenSan. I was lucky to have been given the chance to enter the mall a day before it opens. And here is what I have to say. 1. SM ...
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MY CO-TEACHERS have long wanted to go on a nature trip to refresh themselves from all the stress caused by school reports and activities. There had been several failed attempts, but this summer we turned their dream into a reality by organizing a tour in eco-tourism spots in Surigao del Sur ...
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NOT VERY far from the urban center of General Santos City, one can experience adventure and fun with nature and enjoy a breathtaking sight of the cityscape from a lofty vantage point. I joined my mountaineering friends (Team Bundol Mountaineers, UGTAS, and Wasalak) in a trek to Sanchez Peak via ...
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DESPITE BEING haunted by claustrophobia I faced the challenge of exploring a cave inhabited by bats and a flock of balinsasayaw (swiftlet) in Purok Bagong Buhay, Mabuhay, General Santos City. Let me tell you the tale of a reluctant spelunker. It wasn't part of the plan. We only talked about dipping ...
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HERE IN SoCCSKSarGen adventure never ends. I feel very lucky to be here in this part of the planet, where opportunities for adventure are limitless. I also thank God that he allows me to enjoy the wonderful gift of nature. A week after our Mt. Matutum adventure, my team, Team Bundol Mountaineers, ...
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I LOVE the outdoors. Just this weekend that passed, I made a noteworthy expression of that love as I took the trail to the summit of Mt. Matutum. Together with Team Bundol, I braved the steep slopes of Mt. Matutum to reach its peak, 2,270 meters above sea level in ...
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AFTER EXPERIENCING a devastating flood in June this year, Cotabato City portrays an image of hope as it celebrates its 13th Shariff Kabunsuan Festival from December 3-19, 2011. Enveloped by a shadow of fear, Cotabato City has always had the difficulty in attracting tourists. When I visited Cotabato City for the ...
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THE SPIRIT of Christmas has just arrived in Alabel. My humble town annually holds a Light-a-Tree competition to bring fanfare to the our celebration of Christmas. Each year, it draws the townspeople to the municipal plaza to witness the creative arrangement of lights and artworks and to spend time with family ...
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IN THE early morning of November 26, more than a hundred people gathered at the Provincial Capitol building. That day was a big day for Sarangani Province as it celebrates its 19th Foundation Anniversary and 9th MunaTo Festival. But those who gathered at the capitol lobby that morning did not ...
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FOR THE first time, I feel so excited for the MunaTo Festival. Not that the MunaTo Festival of Sarangani Province isn't exciting, it's that have always been out of town during the festivities -- well, at least for the last three years. This year, I am excited. And I am ...
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