Fuji Shibazakura Festival

The Fuji Shibazakura Festuvak (富士芝桜祭り) is a flower festival near Mt.Fuji where you can enjoy various colors of shibazakura(phlox moss).





Almost 800,000 Shibazakura or 'moss phlox' bloom at the base of Mt. Fuji.
A Festival of flowers which gives color to Mt.Fuji with its gorgeous colors.


After the Cherry Blossom season is almost over its time for the Shibazakura to be in full bloom.
It was like a pink floral carpet all over.


There has been contrast at the lawns of pink, red and white, with the backdrop of green forest and blue sky with snow capped Mt.Fuji.




There are also tempting local dishes to indulge that will gratify your body.


I got to taste the Yaki Imo or  "Baked Sweet Potato" .
Actually, it was sweet and delicious.





It was a majestic view.
Looking forward to visit this again next year.

 Location:
Fuji Motosuko resort
212, Motosu, Fujikawaguchiko-machi Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi 401-0337

 Access : http://www.shibazakura.jp/eng/access/
Entrance fee: ￥520

 Website : http://www.shibazakura.jp/eng/
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4:14:00 PM
“Open your arms to change but don't let go of your values.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back and reasons to stay.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “Happiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “Time passes unhindered. When we make mistakes, we cannot turn the clock back and try again. All we can do is use the present well.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “pain is inevitable,suffering is optional...
we have bigger houses,but smaller families. More conveniences,but less time. We have knowledge,but less judgements; more experts,but more problems ; more medicines but less health.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “If I am only happy for myself, many fewer chances for happiness. If I am happy when good things happen to other people, billions more chances to be happy!” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “When life becomes too complicated and we feel overwhelmed, it’s often useful just to stand back and remind ourselves of our overall purpose, our overall goal. When faced with a feeling of stagnation and confusion, it may be helpful to take an hour, an afternoon, or even several days to simply reflect on what it is that will truly bring us happiness, and then reset our priorities on the basis of that. This can put our life back in proper context, allow a fresh perspective, and enable us to see which direction to take.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama, The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living

 “Learn and obey the rules very well so you will know how to break them properly.”
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“The greater the level of calmness of our mind, the greater our peace of mind, the greater our ability to enjoy a happy and joyful life.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

 “no matter what is happening, no matter what is going on around you, never give up” 
― 14th Dalai Lama
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3:33:00 PM
After our weekend getaway from Zambales we've decided to try home of the big tacos..
The Coffee Shop Restaurant at Olongapo City.
Jumbo Taco Salad with Sour Cream
 We've ordered Jumbo Taco Salad with Sour Cream.

It was good for 2 persons. The only difference with the other taco is that it has sour cream and olives.

There was nothing special with the shell,since it seems like it was fried lumpia wrapper,but the sauce Of the meat filling and sour cream was a great combination.

One more thing that made me like their taco filling is the onion are not so empowering, since I'm not an onion fan. 

Aside From tacos, there are lots of choices such as sandwiches,desserts, full meals, coffee and more. We've also ordered Pork sinigang , Beef steak and Brewed Tower Iced tea.For a group of 8 persons it costs around P1,100 including the tower ice tea.


Not bad I guess since we were satisfied with their Specialty big tacos. It's a really good place of you're looking for a cheap but good food.

If I'll get to be in Subic or near the area I would definitely go back for more.

-xoxo-


The Coffee Shop Restaurant
 #2-3 Rizal Street, Barrio Barretto, corner Nat’l
Highway, Olongapo City, Philippines.

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5:52:00 PM
Road trip, here we go!
First of Summer, our Destination: Anawangin Cove, Capones Island and Crystal Beach Resort. Beautiful Saturday morning, Packed playlist for a 3-hour travel. This was my first time in Zambales, looking forward to fun,adventure and memorable weekend getaway. 

Our First stop was to check-in at Crystal Beach Resort in San Narciso Zambales. We arrived around 10 am, quite late from our intended schedule.
Just upon entering Crystal Beach, it's chill and stress-free atmosphere make you want to bum out all day. 

Crystal Beach Resort- Timothy tree house
We stayed at Timothy tree house. It was Airconditioned, good for 4 people at 1,990. No private Cr. Buffet breakfast is included. Timothy tree is built with low ceiling, I won't recommend this for tall people:) 
We had our lunch At King Solomon's Hall.

Pundaquit
Then around 1pm, we headed our way to Pundaquit, where the bangka is waiting for our Island hopping.
Our group
Our itinerary was Capones light house then Anawangin Cove. But, as per the bangkeros the wave was quite high, so they've decide not to include the Light house. 
Capones Island
Our side trip was the Capones Island. Capones Island or "Isla de Gran Capon" during the spanish era is a 2-kilometer long boned shaped island surrounded by white sand and rocky shores. 

Capones Island
We just spend a short time on the island just by lazing on the shore. The scorching afternoon glare of the sun made it impossible for us to take a dip.

Capones Island
The rest of the group took a rest under the huge rock while enjoying the view, while we take turns for our over excited jump shot.

Capones Island- jump shot
We head our way to our next destination, Anawangin. There were massive waves which rocked our boat which made our ride so scary and bumpy. It took us around 30-minutes to reach the beautiful Anawangin Cove. 

Anawangin

The beauty of nature never fails to amaze me. I can say that Zambales was blessed with untouched forest and mountain ranges and beautiful beaches.
Anawangin
Anawangin view was breathtaking, beach surrounded with Pine trees and crystal clear water. 

Anawangin
The  cove is famous for camping sites. The hidden cove was able to maintain its serenity and beauty. 
Here you will experience a basic living with no electricity and no mobile signals. It is the perfect getaway.

Sunset by the boat
We've enjoyed our dip in the clear waters of Anawangin. We headed back around 6pm going back to Pundaquit. 


Sunset 
As we cruise back to Pundaquit, the sunset was amazing. 
A colorful scene right above the horizon that glows and can be seen from far away yellow blue orange all mixed together.
Beautiful scene as we watched the world goes by.

 We drop by the market to buy stuff for our dinner. We cooked our own dinner at Crystal Beach, and spend most of the time at the sea shore talking about everything under the moon up until midnight. 

morning at Crystal Beach
We were welcomed with a great morning. Had some exercise, before having our buffet breakfast. The rest of the time was intended for chillax, swimming and picture taking.


Zambales is a perfet getaway. 
I fell in love with Anawangin's serenity, 
the crystal clear water of Capones Island and 
watching as time goes by in Crystal Beach. 

I will surely go back to this place. 

-xoxo-



Our Itinerary: 
Day 1, Mar 15 (Saturday)
§  07:00 AM       Meet-up (McDonalds Greenbelt)
§  08:00 AM       Departure to Zambales
§  11:30 AM       Arrival at Crystal Beach Resort, Zambales
    12:00 NN       Lunch at King Solomons Hall in Crustal Beach
§  01:00 PM       Go to Pundaquit for Island Hopping
·     Anawangin & Capones Island
§  06:00 PM      Left Anawangin
§  08:00 PM      Dinner at Crystal Beach
§  10:00 – 12:00  MN     Tambay sa Sea shore

Day 2, Mar 16(Sunday)
§  06:30 AM     Call time / Info session
§  07:00 AM     Buffet Breakfast
§  8:00 AM       Free Time
                               Picture Taking, Swimming, Chillax  
§  11:00 AM     Check-out from Crystal Beach
§  12:30 NN      Lunch §  The Coffee Shop Restaurant
                          #2-3 Rizal Street, Barrio Barretto, corner Nat’l Highway, Olongapo City
    - Sightseeing at Subic
§  05:00 PM     Manila

Our Expenses: By Car

Lodging  (2- Tree house)              4,000
Transportation  (gas & tollgate)    3,300
Lunch                   1,000
Dinner (Market)    1,500
Island Hopping      2,000 + 400(entrance anawangin P50 each)
Total: P12,200 / 8 pax = P 1,531.50

Total Budget each P1,500
Crystal Beach Resort

Barangay La Paz, San Narciso Zambales

www.crystalBeach.com
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7:01:00 PM
10) “Remember that failure is an event, not a person.”
9) “You will get all you want in life, if you help enough other people get what they want.”
8 ) “People often say motivation doesn’t last. Neither does bathing—that’s why we recommend it daily.”
7) “There has never been a statue erected to honor a critic.”
6) “People don’t buy for logical reasons. They buy for emotional reasons.”
5) “Expect the best. Prepare for the worst. Capitalize on what comes.”
4) “If you go looking for a friend, you’re going to find they’re scarce. If you go out to be a friend, you’ll find them everywhere.”
3) “A goal properly set is halfway reached.”
2) “Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.”
1) “If you can dream it, you can achieve it.”



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