Hi, I'm James

I’m backpacking all over the 7,000 islands of the Philippines for free.
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So What’s in Abra?

Posted on February 21, 2012 in 100 Days, Abra

Share You are now entering “ABRA” – the signboard said as I entered Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) from Sta Maria, Ilocos Sur (Region 1). Nothing so special. It doesn’t have stunning rock formations nor white sand beaches. I believe there are waterfalls but very far from Bangued, its capital. The green mountains of Ilocos… Read More

Astonishing Adams, Ilocos Norte

Posted on February 18, 2012 in 100 Days, Ilocos Norte

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Mt. Palemlem on a sunset, this is the view from my log cabin.

Share How I was able to see Adams, Ilocos Norte? Dra. Tess: You should go to Adams. James: I think I heard about that, but its not part of my IT. DT: I have a contact there. J: Really? Hmmmmm….. DT: If you want I can call her, tell her to provide a place for… Read More

I Visited the 4 UNESCO-Stamped Churches in the Philippines

Posted on February 15, 2012 in 100 Days, Ilocos Sur

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Share It is an achievement for me to be able to complete the four (4) UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Churches of the Philippines. According to my friend Wiki, “A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place (such as a forest, mountain, lake, desert,monument, building, complex, or city) that is listed by the UNESCO as of special cultural or physical significance.” Following are the four baroque… Read More

Why You Should Date a Traveler?

Posted on February 11, 2012 in 100 Days, Ilocos Norte

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Share “Why You Should Date a Traveler?” asks someone… Hmmmm…. Out of the blue, I made a video just for you… So, “why you should date a traveler (..ehem…ehem)?” Because he (me!) will make sure that you gotta experience PARADISE every single day of your life. This is one good example… I lay the sarong,… Read More

Hundred Islands Travel Guide

Posted on February 9, 2012 in 100 Days, Pangasinan

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This is my fave spot back in 2004 when I first came here. I visited again (via kayak) and reminisce the memories

Share If the Philippines has indeed 7,107 islands during low tide and 7,106 during high tide then that island difference can be seen in the Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos, Pangasinan. These group of islets and islands can be seen at the northeastern part of Alaminos City. Of the 124 islands, only 3… Read More