The Places TaDified in 2013

Last year, I thought I won't be able to travel that much as I just moved to a new job.  But I guess, with traveling as part of my DNA, I just can't help but explore and discover new places, people and experiences. So here's the list of TaDified places in my Win 2013 voyage.

Calaguas Island

10 New Philippine Gems Unveiled! -- The Country's Next Mainstream Tourist Destinations

BAYANIHAN REPUBLIC:

Last year, I started foydi's Treasure Hunt which launched my search for life's real treasures which included our country's natural wonders.  It documented my journeys to Batanes, Tubbataha and recalled my trip to Bohol, where Panglao Island is.  And it was a wonderful experience for me as it immortalized my life changing experiences in this places.  If you've been reading my blog since I started, you'll know that I am passionate about championing our country's heritage - nature and culture.

That's why the Philippine Gems campaign of Isla Lipana is close to me.  (To know more about the Philippine Gems campaign, please click this http://digitista.blogspot.com/2013/07/join-search-for-philippine-gems-next.html). It just matched what I am really passionate about.  And I was very happy to witness its culmination where it finally announced the winning 10 Philippine Gems that the public voted, the country's next mainstream tourist attractions.

Join the search for Philippine Gems -- the next mainstream tourist destinations!

BAYANIHAN REPUBLIC:

When we talk about Philippine tourism, the places that come first to our mind our Boracay, Cebu, Bohol, Baguio, Puerto Princesa, Davao and Manila.  Of course, we are proud of these destinations but I believe many Pinoys, and foreigners who fell in love with the Philippines, would agree with me that there are a lot more to see and experience in the country.  The Philippines wouldn't be more fun if we don't have these other attractions right?  :)

The concern though is not all are aware of them.  But Isla Lipana & Co., the Philippine member firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers, as it celebrates its 91st anniversary launched a corporate social responsibility project that will answer this problem.  Isla Lipana & Co. launched Philippine Gems to promote the next mainstream tourist destinations.  For someone like me who's passionate about our country's rich natural and cultural heritage, this is such a great news for me!