Category: General Santos City

SPARKLING FLOAT PARADE (Tuna Fest 2011)

SPARKLING FLOAT PARADE (Tuna Fest 2011)

Where could you find a giant tuna drinking pineapple juice? Where could you find a submarine in the beds of sea treasures and marine gardens, as if a portion of the ocean disembarked? Where could you find a Coconut Island in a tuna? How about a giant tuna cake?… Unbelievable?…  If you can’t answer these questions, well it’s just that, you’ve missed Gensan’s most awaited event–> the Sparkling Tuna Float Parade.

 

The celebration of this year’s Tuna Festival was a grandiose one as proven by the parade of giant floats intricately designed to glow in the main streets of General Santos City. In addition, the train went more lively with the dancers in costumes representing their own float.
The participation of the companies, establishments and institutions in Gensan only tells everyone that although they compete with each other, they are united in one goal. That is to make the city grow and progress economically as tagged, Tuna Capital of the Philippines.

 

 

A-Montana Resort (formerly Isla Parilla)

I’ve been to Isla Parilla Resort many times before but, I didn’t have the chance to feature the place in my blog. Last Sunday, I was invited by my balikbayan friend to come with them and tour around the city. One of our itineraries was to go to Isla Parilla… I was able to revisit the place and now, I got some pictures.
Isla Parilla, now A-Montana Resort, is located at Alabel, Saranggani Province. This place is conducive for holding large events such as birthday parties, weddings and business conferences. But for small groups who also want to spend a trip to the place, there are a bunch of amenities the resort can offer for you. The ambience in A-Montana is cool and calm and will let you get closer to nature.

 

The resort has a swimming pool for visitors who want to take a nippy and refreshing plunge. An entrance fee of Php50.00 is charged for swimmers and non-swimmers… Yes, non-swimmers will still be charged so it’s better to enjoy it than murmuring complains. Unless you really had a big reason not to swim (“,).

 

You can also enjoy fishing in their man-made lake and, likewise, go boating to make your stay more of a nature-trip. Their cultured milkfish are healthy and fresh. Then, enjoy meal-by-the-lake in their floating kiosks eating your cooked dish of freshly caught bangus (milkfish).

 

 

Experience Pinoy style Food with a Western twist at the resort’s Formosa Cafe. They also hold events especially during peak seasons like Summer, making your stay more entertaining. Moreover, the cafe has a floating veranda where you can take the pleasure of an al fresco dining.

 

 

A-Montana Resort offers room accommodations for those who want to stay overnight or longer. It has the Family Suites and the Single Cottages. For large group activities, an open function hall and the closed conference rooms are the options.

 

 

 

And don’t worry about the parking space because A-Montana has a wide open lot for vehicles to park.

Their other amenities are:

 

  • Billiards Hall
  • Videoke
  • Playground
Surely, a tour at A-Montana Resort is worthwhile. The place is just 30 minutes away from General Santos City.

Manny Librodo Workshop

Photographed by: Omar Gallinero
It was fruitful… and I like it. I was nourished by photo and post-processing techniques, likewise, I was able to produce a good output…  Hahaha! Parang puno lang ‘yan kapag inabonuhan, eh, for sure it bears quality fruit. That’s how I metaphorically describe my weekend.
‘Di ko na pinaglagpas pa ang pagiging “Librodized”… Being taught by Manny Librodo is such a great opportunity. Anyway, below are some of my post-processed works. Just don’t mind the titles ‘coz I’m not that good in giving one. Though, you may comment me the best story each photo tells you.

WORKSHOP TITLE: Manny Librodo: Landscape of Emotions 2
MODEL/ MUA/ STYLIST: Kharunisia Jazmin

Caress
Anticipation

 

Unveil

 

“Ahon”

 

 

 

“Uhaw”

 

Some Kalilangan 2011

I was on my way home, after a Sunday work, when I was trapped at Pioneer Avenue because of the “road closed” signs. There was a street parade and since I can’t pass through, I decided to park my car and watch the said event. I was fortunate to have brought my DSLR with me. At least, I didn’t waste my time because I was able to capture some beautiful actions from the parade.

 

Fullmoon by the Beach (Bauing, General Santos City)

 

These photos were taken at Rajah Beach Resort last Sunday… Just in time when the moon was on its full shape. It’s really a dramatic scene. Kung meron lang akong talent sa paggawa ng tula o kanta, nakabuo na ako… Ganda ng reflection ng buwan sa dagat.

 

 

 

Exposure: 30 sec @ f22
Focal Length: 50mm

ISO speed rating: ISO 800
Flash: Did not fire
Make: Sony
Model: DSLR Alpha 300

 

 

 

Exposure: 5 sec @ f36
Focal Length: 50mm
ISO speed rating: ISO 400
Flash: Did not fire
Make: Sony
Model: DSLR Alpha 300

 

Silhouette of Nor Rayray of the Ezra Band

We’re lucky also to have joined by Nor Rayray, pianista ng Ezra Band from Pilipinas Got Talent… Such a nice person…