Located in the heart of Quezon City near Smart Araneta Coliseum and Broadway Centrum, the Madison 101 Hotel + Tower welcomes you in a contemporary and warm atmosphere. You will enjoy peace and comfort of their room for a well deserved break after your busy work.  

Madison 101 features 101 dormitory rooms and 34 modern designed hotel rooms, which are all air-conditioned. Each of their guest rooms are tastefully decorated and perfectly equipped to provide comfort and relaxation. The dormitory room is perfect for students and young professionals that master their craft.

MassKara Festival is one of popular festivals in the Philippines which started in the early 80’s. The annual celebration held every October by locals in Bacolod, known as as “The City of Smiles.”

MassKara Festival | Photo by Syron Grande Jardeniano

The fun festival features a parade of locals wearing unique and colorful mask and a streetdance competition where participants are wearing also mask and beautiful costume while dancing to the beats of the drums. Other activities include the MassKara Queen beauty pageant, musical concerts, drum and bugle corps competitions, carnivals,  food festivals, sports events,  agriculture-trade fairs, garden shows, and other special events.

Aurora is famous for its surfing spots in the town of Baler. The province is also known for having unspoiled beaches, amazing rock formation and pristine waterfalls. One of the newest tourist destinations in the province that attracts a lot of outdoor enthusiasts is a place called "Dingalan."

Dubbed the Batanes of the East, Dingalan features a breathtaking view of the magnificent blue sea and stunning rock formations. No wonder why they compare it to Batanes. This newest attraction has also a lighthouse. You can feel here the cold breeze of the wind and it's really refreshing. Get extra careful if you're taking pictures or selfies. Please also don't step on the solar panels because you might break them or you will break if you fall down to the ground.

For those who will plan to explore the wonders of Bicol Region, visit the beautiful Subic Beach in Matnog, a municipality in the province of Sorsogon.

Enjoy the long stretch of fine white sands and crystal clear waters, as it relax your eyes on the wonders of Subic Beach. The whole area is peaceful and pristine. There are lots of trees in the beach where you can stay to protect its you from the direct heat of the sun.

Calayan Island is not just an ordinary island in the north. It is the  home to some of the most unspoiled white beaches in the country, featuring amazing rock formations, breathtaking waterfalls,  majestic caves, enchanted forest and other beautiful natural structures.

Calayan Island

Calayan is one of the municipalities in the province of Cagayan. The town is the largest of the Babuyan Islands which is composed of four islands namely: Calayan proper, Camiguin, Dalupiri and Babuyan Island. Near the town is  Fuga Island which is considered as part of Aparri municipality.

If you already visited Baler and Dingalan, head over to Casapsapan Beach, located in the town of Casiguran Aurora. The beach is famous for its unbeatable fine sand and crystal clear waters which will give you a relaxing feeling. 

Casapsapan Beach 

Casapsapan Beach is not that yet famous compared to other beaches in Baler. The beach features fine and creamy sands, pristine blue sparkling waters, and five hectares of virgin mangrove which will truly take your breath away. You can find here different resorts that offer affordable room accommodations where you can stay overnight. For those backpackers, you can pitch a tent for Php100.

There's a big table coral right by the beach which is exposed during low tide. Please be advised to get extra careful if you want to swim in this area. It's advisable to wear slippers or sandals to avoid injuries.

 How To Get to Casapsapan Beach Aurora

a) Take a genesis bus in Cubao bound for Baler. Travel time is around 5-6 hours. Bus Fare is Php Php450

b) From Baler, take a van going to Casiguran. Travel time is around 3-4 hours. Van Fare is Php250

Another way to go to Casapsapan beach is from Manila to Cabantuan to Baler. From Baler You can take a van going to Casapsapan Beach.

Travel Guide / Tips

• Electric Supply is from 5PM to 5AM
• Don't forget to bring headgear and sunblock to protect your skin from the direct heat of the sun.
• The Telecom signal is not that good in Casapsapan Beach.
• It's better to bring your own food. Goodies on the beach is a bit pricey
• The beach is far from Baler and Dingalan. It's better to take an overnight to this place to enjoy more the place. 

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Casapsapan Beach is a lovely destination that you shouldn't miss in the province of Aurora. Whether you want to surf, swim, or simply relax and soak up the sun, Casapsapan Beach has something beautiful for you. So, pack your bags and head out to  Casapsapan Beach for an exciting beach adventure.

Aside from Baler, another reason to spend your weekends or holiday vacation in Aurora is an island paradise called Dingalan.

Dingalan is located in the southernmost town of Aurora Province, the Philippines which is known for white beaches, caves, waterfalls, and rock formations. It's a 3-4 hour drive from Manila which is accessible by road through the Northern Luzon Express Way. You can see lots of mountains and rice fields along your way going to the island.

Some of the tourists feel like they are in Batanes while walking around Dingalan. You can find here a beautiful "Parola' (Light House) where you find a wonderful view of the ocean and big rock formations. Enjoy also the breeze of the wind as it relaxes and refreshes your mind and body

How To get to the Dingalan Aurora

a)  Take a 5-star bus in Cubao bound for Cabanatuan. Travel time is around 3 hours. Bus Fare is Php 185

b)   From Cabanatuan, take a van going to Dingalan. Travel time is around 1 and a half to 2 hours. Van Fare is Php100

c)   From Dingalan, take a tricycle going to Feeder Port. Travel Time is 10-15 minutes. Tricycle Fare is Php20

d)   From Port, Take a boat going to white beach, which is the jump-off to Parola. Travel time is around 20 minutes. The boat rental fee is Php700 (2 ways).

Travel Guide / Tips

1. It's better to go on weekdays to Dingalan. Expect a long waiting to go up to the Parola

2. It's advisable to travel in a group to save money for the boat rental. The boat can accommodate up to 10 pax.

3. the Last trip from Dingalan to Cabanatuan is 3PM-4PM

4. Buy first your food and other travel essentials in Dingalan before going to Feeder Port

5. If you want to save more money, you can trek going to white beach (mona's resort is the nearest resort to the Lighthouse). It will take around 30 minutes to walk going to white beach. 

6. It's advisable to wear trekking shoes or sandals.

7. There are resorts in Dingalan that offer room accommodation

7. For your itinerary, it's advisable to go early in the morning if you want to do it day tour. 

8. Another side trip in the area is going to the waterfalls. Kuliglig ride is one of the best activities while in Dingalan

Special thanks to certified traveler Jeff Gler for the wonderful photos

Sunburn Music Festival will be held on August 27 to 28, 2016 at the Bay Area of The Capitol Grounds in Lingayen, Pangasinan.

Sunburn Music Festival is an electronic music festival (EDM party) that will feature the best of the best DJs from around the world. This 24-hour rave party will definitely give partygoers an awesome night with lots of great music and entertainment.

The Sunburn Music Festival is to be scheduled this June 18 and was moved this August due to the recent incident that happened during the recently concluded Close-Up Forever Summer, held at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. 

The organizers together with the LGU and the event's sponsors want to make sure partygoers will be safe during the music festival.

For more information about Sunburn Music Festival 2016 (ticket price), you can check out their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sunburnmusicfestivalph/

Club Balai Isabel offers a breath-taking view of  Taal Lake and world -famous Taal Volcano. It's is a residential resort community situated in Talisay, Batangas, an hour and a half drive from Manila.

Not only the cold weather, Tagaytay is  famous by its view of Taal Lake and its volcano which is  the jump off point  for treks to the crater. Some tourists usually think this is the best spot to have a personal view of smallest volcano in the world.  Visit Club Balai Isabel in Talisay and you can also see here amazing view of the lake and its volcano.