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Samar Island: The Caving Capital of the Philippines and Home to the Biggest Cave in the Country

September 18, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 2 Comments

Samar was put in the caving spotlight since the discovery of the biggest cave in the Philippines, the Langun Gobingob Caves in Brgy Panayuran, Calbiga, Samar. However, the island of Samar is not only home to the biggest cave in the country but it also hides the most amazing caves you will ever see in your life.

So if you’re a person who loves to explore and always ready for a great adventure, then set out on a journey to the third largest island of the Philippines, the island of Samar.

As of today, hundreds of caves has been discovered, mapped and catalogued by some Italian, French and Filipino speleologists in the island. And there might even be more than a thousand waiting to be discovered. No wonder why many adventure seekers from the Philippines and other countries have dared to visit and explored the caves of Samar.

The following caves are just some of the stunning caves that can be found in the island of Samar, which includes the provinces of Samar, Northern Samar and Eastern Samar. [Read more…]

10 Facts about the Philippines that will Blow Your Mind

September 17, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido Leave a Comment

The Philippines dubbed as Pearl of the Orient consists of more than 7,100 beautiful islands sculpted by Mother Nature through time. It has been battered by bad weathers, shook by strong earthquakes, and reformed by volcanic eruptions.

Although it has faced and been captured by stronger countries in the past, it has remained to be resilient. Our country never ceases to amaze me, and there is a lot more about the Philippines that most people don’t know. Here are 10 facts about the Philippines that might blow your mind: [Read more…]

10 Reasons Why Many Filipinos love #AlDub

September 4, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido Leave a Comment

There is no denying that the AlDub is the most talked about love team now. I have watched a couple of episodes of this funny “KalyeSerye” and I really enjoyed it. Sure Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza looks cute and “nakakakilig” but we could not say that it is just because of the kilig factor that made them phenomenal. So what made Filipino all over the world love this new and unexpected tandem? I will tell you later, first let’s get to know the characters of this soap which is taking noontime viewers by a storm. [Read more…]

Elha Nympha: 8 Interesting Facts about ‘The Voice Kids’ Season 2 Grand Champion

September 2, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido Leave a Comment

Elha Nympha - The Voice Kids' Season 2 Grand Champion

Elha Nympha singing “Emotions during the final showdown of The Voice Kids’ Season 2. Photo screenshot from YouTube/The Voice Kids Philippines.

Things happen for a reason – although we are going through a rough ride with life, we should not let it stop us from believing in our dreams and making them happen. This was true with Elha Mae Nympha, The Voice Kids 2 Grand Champion. Despite all the difficulties she and her family went through after her father passed away, she did not lose hope, instead she used her pain and talent to achieve her dream of becoming a professional singer.

We’ve seen how effortlessly this young girl from Kamuning, Quezon City hit those high notes since she joined the Blind Auditions. [Read more…]

5 Reasons Why We Should Promote “Muay Thai” in the Philippines

August 28, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 4 Comments

Muay Thai or “the art of eight limbs” is a combat sport which originated in Thailand and became known internationally in the 20th century. It was called the art of 8 limbs because it uses fists, elbows, knees, and shins.

Muay Thai is not very popular in the country which is why the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has conducted various grass-rooting in some parts of the country. Last year, I happened to meet their Head Coach, Claro and one of their best fighters, Manuel Christopher Delos Reyes when they conducted grass-rooting in Naval, Biliran. They showed how the Muay Thai is done at the Naval State University Gym starting with the ritual dance to show respect and then the actual fight. They likewise picked some students and taught them the basic techniques of the sport. [Read more…]

10 Remarkable Facts You Should Know about Stonefish

August 20, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 5 Comments

Coron, Palawan is known to be one of the most beautiful places in the world that is why foreign and local tourists flock to have a once in a lifetime experience in this paradise. Sadly for one man, his dream vacation cost him his life.

According to a report, a 25-year-old man allegedly died after he accidentally stepped on a poisonous sea creature, thought to be a stone fish, while on vacation in Coron, Palawan last Friday (August 14, 2015). Now what exactly is a stonefish?

Here are some facts that you might want to know about the stonefish, a sea creature which is believed to be the most venomous fish in the world: [Read more…]

Top 12 Filipino Foods for the Summer, and How to Make Them

April 9, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 1 Comment

Halo-Halo in the Philippines

We Filipinos love to eat, and we have particular cravings depending on the season. When the weather is cold we tend to crave for food that would help us warm up. Now that the summer is officially here, may you be on a summer outing or simply at home, I am pretty sure that you are craving for something that would quench your thirst!

Here are 12 perfect summer foods and drinks that would absolutely satisfy your craving and help you stay cool no matter how hot the day gets. [Read more…]

10 Activities You can Do at Home this Holy Week

April 3, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 1 Comment

Most of us Filipinos think of Holy Week as an opportunity to go on a vacation with their family and friends, some as chance to strengthen their faith and relationship with God by attending Mass, Vigil and other religious activities. And for those who wants to just stay at home this Semana Santa just like me. You might be wondering why I prefer to stay indoor this Holy Week. Well, some unfortunate events usually happen to me every Holy Week when I go out for some enjoyment like going to the beach or simply hanging out with friends. So to avoid that this year; I would rather be just in the comfort of my home. Better safe than sorry, they say.

Now let me share my personal list on what to do this Holy Week at home. [Read more…]

12 Movies to Watch for the Holy Week

April 3, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido Leave a Comment

Holy week or Mahal na Araw is one of the most important religious observance we Filipinos have every year. Just like Christmas season, Filipinos, whom the majority are Roman Catholics, do a lot of preparations for the Lenten season. Actually it is a much longer celebration which started with the Ash Wednesday and will end on Easter Sunday. Unlike Christmas wherein we are awaiting for the birth of Christ, the Lenten Season is the time when Jesus was able to fulfill His mission here on Earth. It is also the time for us to reflect and ask forgiveness for the sins we’ve made.

There are so many ways for us to reflect, some of us attend retreats, read books or bible stories, listen to hail songs or radio dramas about Christ or watch movies. Speaking of which, I have here my own list of movies which you may watch this Holy Week.


1. The Ten Commandments. It may be an old movie and not about Jesus but it is the first movie that comes to my mind every Holy Week because it’s like a default Holy Week movie I’ve watch for as long as I can remember. It was directed by Cecile B. Demille and the story is about how God delivered the Israelites from slavery under the cruel Pharaoh of Egypt through Moses.


2. The Prince of Egypt. For those with children at home, The Prince of Egypt would be a much better choice than “The Ten Commandments. This animated biblical film produced by DreamWorks Picture in 1998 is an adaptation Book of Exodus about the ironic life of Moses being raised as being a prince of Egypt but destined to be the deliverer of the Israelites.


3. The Passion of the Christ. Now, who haven’t heard of this movie? It was released back in 2004 under the great direction of Mel Gibson and a very justified portrayal of Jim Caviezel. The movie provides a very vivid picture of how Jesus Christ horribly suffered under the hands of the Roman soldiers and conquered death.

4. Kristo. This movie is a Filipino version of Jesus’ life, preaching, death, resurrection and ascension to heaven based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. It was released in 1996 directed by Ben Yalung and stared by Mat Ranillo III as Jesus.


5. King of Kings. This is another classic movie about the life of Jesus Christ. It was directed by Nicholas Ray and it presents a simple and direct approach on how Christ went through all the sorrows and pains just to save us from our sins.


6. Son of God. This is the newest movie on my list. It was released last year with Diogo Morgado as Jesus and directed by Christopher Spencer. It depicts the life story of Jesus starting from birth, to the time he started preaching until he was crucified and finally resurrected back from the dead.


7. The Da Vinci Code. I know it does not exactly portray the life or teachings of Jesus but I actually find it very educational. Plus it also makes us reflect on our faith as Christians. It is based from one of Dan Brown’s bestselling novel published in 2003. It hit the cinemas in 2006 and became one of the most talked-about movies of the year.


8. Angels and Demons. This movie is another adaptation of Dan Brown’s novel. It is a sequel of “The Da Vinci Code” and a continuation of his lead character Tom Hanks (Professor Robert Landon). It will make you want to know more about the history of Christianity and the governance in Vatican City.


9. Himala. This is a Filipino film stared by no less than Nora Aunor released in 1982. It is a story about a young woman named Elsa who claimed to have seen the Blessed Virgin Mary on a hill where she was found by her adoptive mother as a baby and faith healing but later on proclaimed that there was never really a miracle (Walang Himala). This story tells us not to believe in hearsays and not put our faith on a person who claims to be blessed. Instead we should only put our faith in God.


10. Sa’yo Lamang. This is another star-studded Filipino movie including Christopher De Leon, Lorna Tolentino and Bea Alonzo. It is a story about Filipino family and forgiveness. I think this movie would be advisable as Pope Francis calls for us to have a stronger family bond.


11. Bruce Almighty. This comedy-drama film starred by Jim Carrey as Bruce Nolan will not only make us laugh but also give us important lessons about love and our choices in life. If you think that life is unfair and you’re always complaining to God, this is the best movie for you to watch this Lent season.


12. The Pursuit of Happyness. This film is considered one of the most inspirational movies of all time. It is based on the story of Chris Gardner’s nearly one-year struggle with homelessness. Although the story is not focused on the life of Jesus, it teaches us two things that God wants us to have to overcome our struggles in life: patience and faithfulness.

I hope you enjoy watching these movies with your family this Holy Week. God bless!

12 Books to Read this Holy Week

March 29, 2015 By Lyza R. Sabornido 1 Comment

The Holy Week is the best time for us to renew or strengthen our relationship with God. We might not be able to attend various religious activities such as processions, vigil and station of the cross to mention a few; we can still have our own way of being one with this week-long yearly occasion. And the best way to get closer to get to know God better is by reading His teachings.

Here are some of the books I recommend for you to read if you have nothing else to do next week. [Read more…]

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