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Some of you might not know this foundation but I'm sure when you got to know them, you'll definitely support their aim or goals to our society. For a brief background of what Gota de Leche ("A Drop of Milk") is ... It is a foundation actually founded by Trinidad Rizal and Concepcion Felix (Dr. Jose Rizal's sister and brother) in 1906. Gota de Leche is located in 859  S. Loyota St., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines. Its  mission is to provide free meals and medical attention to those who are in need. Its main project of milk sharing is accompanied by feeding programs, medical services, educating families on common illnesses, and playing educational games for the children.  Gota de Leche building (photo not mine) Poverty is one of the main problem of the Philippines. There are lot of families who suffered from it, which is very alarming to the society. Some mothers can't even afford milks for their children. That's why Gota de Leche allows and p

I thought that Subic is the only place that has a beautiful beach in Zambales, but little did I know Palauig also have it. Magalawa island should be one of your lists in your summer goals and destinations to go to. This beach has a fine brown sand and clear water that can be added to your Instagram-worthy pictures.  According to what I've read at filipinaexplorer.com, by private vehicle, from Balintawak it is like going to Subic then turn left to Iba, Zambales. Then, head north going to Masinloc past Iba market. Keep right toward Banlog, then drive north to Brgy. Pamolingan. Drive the rocky road up to the port where you can find the motor boat that will take you to the island. The motor boat will take you there for like 10-20 minutes only. The ride in the motor boat costs P100 per head. We went there because of my cousin's birthday. I actually spend nothing going there, it is because the owner of the resort in Magalawa is my uncle's friend. And my un

The first-ever summer getaway I've done this year was with my cousins from the mother-side at Real, Quezon Province. We planned this outing for like a month, and we've decided to go to Real Surf which we discovered at their Instagram account @realsurfph. When we scanned their IG posts, their place seems cozy, comfortable and really accommodating. So we made a reservation at their resort. We chose a big cabana since we are more than 10. Anyway, when we got there, we felt like a little disappointed due to numerous people in the beach. There are lots of people there because it's a holiday, April 9 (Araw ng Kagitingan). But those people are from the resort beside Real Surf, so we don't have a choice.  Real Surf amenities were really accommodating and so artsy. The paintings on the wall of their store and rest rooms and showers are really cute and so Instagram-worthy.  The entrance fee is worth P300 for the adults and P150 for the kids. If you want to re

When it comes to planning a date with my boyfriend, I really want something different or new for the both of us. This time, we celebrated our 64th monthsarry or for being 5 years and 4 months together. We chose to have our date at Manila Ocean Park. It is located at the back of Quirino Grandstand and Rizal Park. Thanks to my friend, Cath, for giving us a discounted ticket for our said date. This is my second time to visit here. And it is a whole lot different way back before when I was still in high school. Nowadays, it is more beautiful and more attractive to go to. Anyway, Manila Ocean Park is open everyday from 10am to 8pm. Every attraction inside has a cost, so the price of ticket varies. But there's a lot of promo deals in the net for you to buy the tickets. From the ticket we bought from my friend, it includes 8 attractions: Oceanarium, Fish Spa, Snow Village + Penguins Exhibit, Jellies Exhibit (Jellyfish), Birds of Prey Kingdom, Sea Lion Show, Sharks & Ray