Punta Fuego's Alluring Beauty

After the hurdles of month's activities, PinoyExplorer found time to visit the most lucrative private paradise of Nasugbu, Batangas by a special invitation courtesy of IBM Philippines. I joined the BPO Booth Camp conducted in this famous 88-hectare flame shape exclusive residential resort called Peninsula de Punta Fuego ("point of fire") .

This is my first time to visit the place. I only browsed on it through glossy travel magazines. My
contemporaries, Lito and I in IT was billeted in the luxurious Casitas Villas that were surrounded by lush gardens which is accessible to the golf course and country club. The room assigned to us was very cozy similar with any other five-star hotel in Metropolis with its amenities and security features centralized using a magnetic card key.

After the seminar, we were treated conveniently like kings exclusively in Marina Bar, where we had fun till dusk. We enjoyed an open bar where we filled our stomach with food and drinks. A karaoke-for-fun competition was also initiated by IBM executives where they have raffle off some prizes and gave away iPod shuffle. Unfortunately, my name was not called again but at least I was given an exhilarating experience for free to ride in Banana boat and Jetski.

The following day, I set my camera on for possible tour around the vicinity. The beauty of its place should not escape my lenses. I was really thankful for the fine weather, we were able to visit major spots of the resort. The place was really big enough that we need to be toured with a shuttle service to pick up and drop us anywhere inside the resort. I have visited the Fuego Point where you can view the point where the historical Spanish Galleon San Diego and the Dutch battleship Mauritius fought on December 14, 1600. The exclusive private residence are truly amazing as you
can feel the fresh air and seaside view.

The Country Club which is located atop a cliff overlooking Sunset Cove is the center of dining, entertainment, sports and social life. There's a ballroom, mini-theater and other shops. It is also home for the spa, tennis and squash courts, numerous function halls and coffee shop. And lastly, its centerpiece is the famous two-level infinity pool overlooking the South China Sea and its magnificent sunsets.

If you are an adventurer, you can visit the Lower Beach Club. It is the center of swimming, snorkeling and family beach activities where a lagoon, garden, al fresco dining, showers and aqua sports facilities, jetski or banana boat riding. One would definitely enjoy the Long Beach, one of Peninsula's favored beach destinations.

To all executives who love to play golf, the center of the peninsula has Par 29, Nelson-Haworth-designed nine-hole golf course that are completely surrounded by the waters of the South China Sea.

Well, this is another place that is worth to visit
especially for a family who dreamed for a very private
place to relax and enjoy facility. Security is also so
strict but necessary if you want to have peace of mind. Staffs are courteous and friendly and can
accommodate you anytime you need them. Sad to say that this is a very private resort where only executive membership and member's guest are allowed.

About: Developed by Landco Pacific Corporation and Roxaco Land Corporation in 1997 and was fully operational in 1999, Punta Fuego is one of only three land masses jutting out of the coastline of Nasugbu into the South China Sea. The seaside development of Club Punta Feugo is blessed with twelve (12) beach coves.

Blogging in a hospital?

PinoyExplorer in a hospital? Yes, you are absolutely right. Sometimes, travelling is an exhausting experience but it is worthwhile. Though I have a line of travelling stories to share, I was able to include this as my top priority for now.

I stayed at St. Lukes hospital for 3 days now, but opsss! I am not the one who's sick:). I was here because my wife had experienced again a terrible drop of her potassium count and according to her doctor this is potentially a fatal condition that needs immediate medical action.

According to the diagnosis, she has hypokalemia, a rare disease that has no definite cause. I don't wanna talk about it 'coz til now it remains a mystery to me. The doctor said an operation will be set for her adrenals and I know this means a big cut on my wallet. And that's the real problem, I'm just an ordinary techie who just happened to earn a little for a living... and now just depending on google's adsense that could mean an additional income for me:)

So while at the hospital, I have transformed a little corner of our room as my cyber office. Yap! this time, I have to work online, updating my projects and collaborating my team at the office before my boss updates me again with details. And of course, here comes another entry to support my ever growing readers,... meron na ba?:)

That's another thing when you work mobile, you can allot your full concentration in front of your computer screen and it takes you away from nuisances of phone calls, project meetings and other office stuffs. Its only when I'm infront of my computer when I able to sketched my ideas and turn it into something big. That's how my creative juices comes in.

So while my wife is asleep, I'm tinkering my 3G-powered laptop and connect myself to the online world. Hoping to find a good samaritan to help me win this game in life.

Manila Baywalk: Promenader's Paradise

Tired of the usual scene in the malls? crowded and just teasing you with bargains during mall sales?...why not try another place to relax and experience a bit of nature and see the wonders of Paradise Philippines.

Start an early morning dew or cool afternoon walk in the most talk-about promenaders at the heart of Manila- The Baywalk.

Located along Roxas boulevard, the Baywalk had transformed into a favorite hangout for both local and foreign tourists who wants to experience a taste of nature while enjoying the cool breeze of Manila Bay.

This project had started three years ago as part of Manila's local government program to reinvigorate the country's premier city. Today, commercial establishments sprouted over the place and offered various amenities for the visitors.

Because of its open space, the Baywalk is a good site for everyone who wishes to see and experience one of the most breathtaking sunsets of the world. It is best experienced during summer as the sun turns purple red and so perfect for all landscape shots as shown here. The giant kaleidoscopic lamp posts matching the coconut trees around is a serene experience while relaxing in cafès and restaurants, sipping cold beer and listening in acoustic bands all over the two-kilometer stretch of Roxas boulevard.

The baywalk has become a hit among promenaders and it was a success for business establishments in the area. It was branded as the "gimmick" place in Manila. There are around 30 eateries in the area that serve both local and international cuisine and everyone can expect a mouth watering taste of different menus being served.

During weekends, "yuppies" or young professionals scattered in the area enjoying the late afternoon gimmick day. Liquors are served starting at six o'clock as the bands starts to play your favorite requested songs.

So, what are you waiting for? enjoy the magic of Manila at night and you'll see the difference.

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