Hidden Gems of Davao Region (Part 2)

Now I'm going to feature another hidden gem of Davao Region. Let me introduce you to Mati, Davao Oriental.

Mati Baywalk (2014)

 I remember back in 2005, my girlfriends and I embarked on an adventure where we drove 7 hours to go to Dahican Beach. Back then, only locals congregate in this beautiful beach escape. Nowadays, a lot of local and even some foreign tourists frequent the place for surfing. Davao Oriental faces the Pacific Ocean. Big waves. White sand. Indeed, this is a sweet spot for surfers and beachcombers alike. 

Dahican Surf (2014)

Dahican Beach Front (2014)

Clear, azure waters (2014)

Beautiful sunny day, the water is so inviting (2014)

The sun goes down in this idyllic beach escape. (2014)

N.B. Apologies for the grainy photos. The photos are quite old and the camera is not as sophisticated as they are now. (^_^)


Photographer : Wii

Camera: iPhone5s

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Exploring CANADA: Banff, Alberta Trip to Lake Louise)

I went on hiatus because my family and I travelled to Canada. We visited the states of Alberta and British Columbia. This was a very scenic trip for us. Snow-capped mountains, beautiful people, and the sighs are just breathtaking. I also enjoyed spotting some of the local wildlife going about their merry way. 

First let me show you photos of Lake Louse, Banff, Alberta. Unfortunately, it was raining when we visited but nevertheless, Lake Louise is still a sight to see. Calm, turquoise waters boasting of snow-capped  Canadian Rockies as it's backdrop. Stunning. I can't help but fall in love.

Entrance to Banff National Park

Binoculars to View Lake Louise (2018)

Lake Louise (Click the photo to view the photo properly)

Information regarding the flora and fauna in Lake Louise

Log Cabin in Lake Louise

Scenic Drive to the quaint little town of Banff

On the road to Banff

Quaint little town of Banff

Mountain View from the Town Centre

Very pretty hanging pots of flowers 

Let the Signpost guide your way..

Lovely stone buidings (Banff 2018)

Photographer: Wii

Camera Used: Sony NEX-F3, iPhone7 

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VIETNAM - First Stop: Ho Chi Minh City

I have always wanted to visit Ho Chi Minh. I have heard from friends that it was such an awesome place to visit. Good food, unique experiences and.. more good food. My friends and I stayed in District 1, Bui Vien Street and chose to book Meraki Hotel because it was smack bang in the heart of the pumping Bui Vien party scene. Without further ado, let me show you Ho Chi Minh through my lens.

Greeted with motorbikes, I am definitely in Viet Nam

Bui Vien by Day..

Bui Vien at night..

Meraki Hotel, where all the party is

Barbecue galore!

There is a condiment that compliments your grilled food.. Addicted to these dips!

Ben Thanh Night Market

My go-to place for craft beer in Ho Chi Minh: Ong Cao Craft Beer

Addicted to Vietnamese cà phê đá (Black Iced Coffee)

The Reunification Palace in HCMC

Tank used to seize the Reunification Palace

Roof of the Reunification Palace

Fun Fact: the two red circles are the spots that pilot, Nguyễn Thành Trung, bombed in 1975.

Facade of Notre Dame Cathedral

Candid Moments

Beautiful Vietnamese Ladies in their traditional Ao Dai

Interior of Post Office

Old Post Office

Opera House in Ho Chi Minh

Ho Chi Minh City Hall

City Hall

Streetside entertainment at Bui Vien Street

Simple Com Tam Suon Nuong from the sidewalk (Vietnamese Grilled Porkchop with Broken Rice)

Goi Cuon

Banh Canh Cua

Had to take some Vietnamese Coffee home..

As the sun sets, the city bursts into life

The Vietnamese do Roast Chicken right, so yum!

And they do amazing sweet potato fries!

So as you can see, all we did was party, eat, toured a little, and repeat. We are a creature of habit, we pretty much stayed in District 1 and took a half day city tour to see some of the sights. But our goal when we went to HCM was just to eat. And let me tell you, we ate.. a lot. Ho Chi Minh was our food destination. And we will come back for more.

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