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A Wintr y City and A Seafood Capital

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o two cities could be more dissimilar than our main features in this issue. One is the ever charming Vancouver (on our cover) where the 2010 Olympic Winter Games will take place seven months from now and the other, our local main story, is Roxas City—the seafood capital of the Philippines. Beautiful as it is, Vancouver is still being prettified for the Winter Olympics. Contributor Gary Singh reports that the accommodations are three times more and a new train can whisk visitors in 20 minutes to the sporting venues. But it is not all about the games and records to be broken. Call it guilt, making up for past sins, marketing savvy, or a combination of all these, visitors would not only be treated to exciting games but also to a diverse showcase of the richness of Canada’s indigenous peoples or tribes who call and group themselves as the 198 First Nations. Vancouver has built a high-tech Aboriginal Pavilion with a multi-media sphere that can be viewed within and outside the building. All of these tidbits should not only whet your appetite to read Gary’s full article (page 28) but give you a great excuse to visit Vancouver at its Olympic glory and riding, of course, on PAL’s direct flights. Talking about appetites, our contributor, Jude Bacalso, went food tripping in Roxas City, which supplies most of the best sea catch in the Philippines. For instance, the pricey king crabs served in Manila’s restaurants come from Roxas City so you can just imagine how fresh, plentiful, and cheap they can be there. We envy Jude when he tells us how a plateful of fresh oysters goes for only Php25 This is just one of the dazzling (or less than U.S. 50 cents). You sites for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. will enjoy Jude’s piece (page 24); It’s breezy, informative, and full of practical tips. We also have features on Baguio in this issue. Check out a cozy nook tucked behind one wing of the Camp John Hay Manor (they now have promo rates this season) called “Little Camp John Hay” where it’s great to chill out with a book, an iPod, a glass of wine, and great food by chef Billy King. Another place to go to is BenCab’s Museum in Asin, which is about 15 minutes from Camp John Hay. It’s a truly beautiful museum where BenCab spared no expenses in building it right. Not only are the works of this National Artist on display, but true to his vision, it showcases also the works of the artists of the Cordillera region. This museum is definitely worth a side trip.

Simeon S. Ventura, Jr. Editor-in-chief

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Contents Vol. 31 No. 7 July 2009

22 POSTCARDS FROM AGUSAN

Photographer BOB TIMONERA shows us glimpses of the land that traverses Mindanao’s longest and deepest navigable river.

24 SPELLING ROXAS WITH A CAPITAL SEA

Where else can you have the most splendid seafood trip of your life than in the Seafood Capital of the Philippines?! Get those grumbling stomachs ready as JUDE A. BACALSO takes you around the best eateries in the city!

28 VANCOUVER: READY FOR THE BIG WINTER GAMES

With the port city abuzz with preparations for the 2010 Winter Games, GARY SINGH feels a unique aboriginal energy sweeping Vancouver.

32 10 FOODS THAT CAN MAKE YOU HAPPY

Feeling a bit down? DR. WILLIE ONG urges you to take a bite into one of these foods that’ll make you go from ho-hum to ha-ha-ha in no time!

36 QUINTESSENTIAL MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

Almost two decades after the Americans left their R&R facility in Baguio City, SUNSHINE LICHAUCO DE LEON discovers why the pine-landscaped camp is still the capital of cool in the Philippines.

44 ART OFFERINGS IN THE HIGHLANDS

SUNSHINE LICHAUCO DE LEON visits the legacy that prominent national artist BenCab has created in his beloved Benguet: a museum that brings art closer to the Cordillera people.

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Editor’s Note What’s Up Travel Log The Lighter Side Last Frame PAL Pages

We, at Philippine Airlines, are happy to have you on board. Please sit back and relax, and allow us to make your flight enjoyable. For your own safety and convenience, please observe the regulations listed at the back pages. “Mabuhay” is a Filipino verb in the form of a command: “live!” It is also a wish: “may you live!” Whoever says it wishes you the great gift of a long and full life. It is both a blessing and a lusty cheer. “Mabuhay” (ma-boo-high) is such a large word that it lends itself to a wide number of secondary uses: welcome, congratulations, thanks, godspeed, hello, good luck, cheers, posit, sante, viva, kambei, aloha, and many other expressions of goodwill. All these are a part of life; but it is the gift of life that makes them possible. “Mabuhay,” in other words, is an invocation and a celebration of life itself. ON THE COVER The Vancouver Harbour exudes pictureperfect charm as night sets in. The port city is the host country of the 2010 Winter and Paralympic Games. Photo from OTHK

CONTRIBUTORS Vol. 31 No. 7 July 2009

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BOBBY TIMONERA used to write news for a Manila daily. But getting stuck in traffic and wading through flood weren’t his idea of a good life. He went home to Iligan instead, bringing along his Manileña wife, and explored the wild beauty of his homeland. See his travels all over Mindanao—from the deep mine tunnels of Diwalwal to the peak of Mt. Apo—in www. thelandofpromise.com. On page 22, he manages to stay afloat on the boat while giving us glimpses of Lake Mainit and the Agusan Marsh.

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To find the best eats in a new place, in this case a first visit to Roxas City, JUDE A. BACALSO, makes like a snake and tastes the wind: first, follow where the long lunch lines of locals lead, and work your way from there by personal preference. Even if you don’t end up with the best cooking, you’ll definitely get the taste of authentic local flavor. Or if you are unlucky, make like a snake too: swallow it whole and be done with it. Go with him on his food trip on page 24.

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For over 30 years, photographer WIG TYSMANS has created images for the most powerful and influential people in the Philippines. His works have been exhibited in the Ayala Museum, The Luz Gallery, Goethe Institut, Metropolitan Museum of Manila, Pinto Gallery, as well as other established galleries abroad. A big BenCab fan, Wig says of the BenCab Museum: “Even before he asked me to do some photos of the museum, I already volunteered as I’ve seen its construction from the start to the finish. Going to the BenCab Museum is a treat. Sometimes, I just sit in one of the galleries and spend a few minutes admiring the great works.”

✍ SUNSHINE DE LEON became a journalist a year ago because she loves asking questions, exploring, and had a habit of writing down every piece of useful information in a notebook. Having previously worked in New York City and London in public relations, events, non profit, and medical industries, she finds her most recent career the one medium where all her experiences come together to help her tell moving stories. For this issue, Sunshine visits Baguio City, gets updated with the developments in Camp John Hay (page 36), and immerses herself in the museum of National Artist BenCab (page 44).

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Annual Mooning of Amtrak July 11 Every second Saturday of July, people flock around the train tracks near Mugs Away Saloon to moon (show their buttocks) to the passing trains. Surprisingly this has been going on since 1979. www.moonamtrak.org

Hong Kong International Arts Festival July 3 to August 9 Kids and families will enjoy a month-long celebration of exhibitions and workshops in acrobatics, puppetry, juggling, and many more. www.hk.artsfestival.org

SAN FRANCISCO

Sparkle and shine This month, have a blast as America celebrates its birthday and enjoy some bottoms up, literally, in Orange County

PHILIPPINES Sandugo Festival Tagbilaran City, Bohol July 1 to 31 The Sandugo is an annual festival that commemorates the blood compact between the Spanish and Filipinos. Festivities include street dancing and many more. www.sandugofestival.com

TOKYO Sumida River Fireworks Display July 25 The Sumida River Fireworks Festival is Tokyo’s biggest fireworks display. A must see for any

traveler. Fireworks companies compete in the festival and around 20,000 rockets are included in the exhibition. View the show in the Asakusa Sumida Park where food stalls will be put up, but expect a crowd, too. www.sumidagawa-hanabi.com

LOS ANGELES Lotus Festival July 10 to 12 Since the 1920’s, the Los Angeles Echo Park has been famous for its blossoming Lotus flowers. The annual Lotus Festival celebrates this blossoming with live music, dancing, art shows, and a grand fireworks display. www.lotusfestival.org

Hi, how are we doing? I’d be happy to hear your comments, suggestions and concerns on how we can continuously improve our service. Send me a note at jjb@pal.com.ph Jaime J. Bautista President and Chief Operating Officer Philippine Airlines

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Fourth of July Fireworks July 4 The famous San Francisco Bay provides the background for the largest fireworks display in the West Coast. This year, more than 4,000 fireworks are planned to illuminate the sky.

BANGKOK Bangkok International Film Festival July 2009 View over 100 full-length and short films participating in this year’s film festival. www.bangkokfilm.org

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Nature’s Edge It’s easy to forget what day it is when you’re staying at the idyllic Wick. Its completely secluded location—perched on a cliff next to the gorgeous Chesterman Beach–reeks of cedar, pine, and driftwood, creating a warm, rustic, and luxurious feel. It can get stormy here from November to February, so don’t forget to pack your parkas and watch Mother Nature put on a spectacular show. Be awed by magnificent lightning illuminating the ocean while pounding waves crash tumultuously on the rocks. This place is not located on nature’s edge for nothing.

Wickaninnish Inn, 500 Osprey Lane, Box 250, Tofino, BC, Canada; tel. 1.250.725.3100; www.wickinn.com 14 M A B U H A Y

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Whip out your washable pens and give these traditional Filipino dolls some vibrant colors! 1. Tita Lucing is based on the coloring book “Pormang porma rin sila noong panahon ni Maria Clara� 2. Tito Damianing is based on Damian Domingo’s painting, “Un Indio de Manila Vestido de Gala,� 1833 (Php150/US$3.20 each) Talinong Museum Shop, Metropolitan Museum of Manila, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Manila; tel. +632 521 1517; http://metmuseum.ph

THE WORLD CHINESE ENTREPRENEURS CONVENTION (WCEC)

OUR FIN EST VIN TA G E

is finally coming to the Philippines! The 10th WCEC themed “World Prosperity through Chinese Entrepreneurship� will be hosted by the Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FCCCII) from November 19-22, 2009 at the SMX Convention Center in Manila City. Listen to top Chinese global leaders as they share their views on how Chinese entrepreneurs from all over the world come together to battle the global economic crisis. Some of the invited guest speakers are: s *USTIN ,IN #HIEF %CONOMIST AND 3ENIOR 6ICE 0RESIDENT 7ORLD "ANK s ,UCIO 4AN #HAIRMAN ,UCIO 4AN 'ROUP OF #OMPANIES s (ENRY 3Y 3R #HAIRMAN 3- 0RIME (OLDINGS s 'EORGE 4Y #HIARMAN -ETROPOLITAN "ANK AND 4RUST #OMPANY s 4ONY 4ANCAKTIONG #HAIRMAN AND #%/ *OLLIBEE &OOD #ORPORATION Plenary and forum sessions will yield valuable business and investment insights for participants, and social events such as excursions and a golf tournament will ensure the exponential growth of each entrepreneur’s business network. There’s no better time for Chinese entrepreneurs to unite and wield their influence as the driving force behind the development of the Asian economy.

Registration Fees: US$400 per Delegate and US$250 per Accompanying Person. Please call 632-2422347 or 632-2422361 for reservations. Look for Pol Ongkinglok, Bernie Lim, Susan Pineda, or Lita Chio. Please visit http://www.10wcec.com or email 10wcec@gmail.com for more details. 16 M A B U H A Y

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Wolfgang Blass, Founder Wolfgang Bla ss 1934 Let’s celebrate the 75th birt hday of the lege ndary creator of Wo lf Blass wines.

Wolf Blass turns 75 The recent launch of Wolf Blass super premium lines is another milestone for this prestigious wine brand. It has been awarded International Red Winemaker of the Year at the 2008 International Wine Challenge in London. As the “Golden Boy� of the Australian wine industry, the 75-year-old Wolfgang Franz Otto Blass AM is known for his revolutionary winemaking and for putting his brand on the wine map. Mr. Blass will be in Manila on July 16, 2009 to celebrate his diamond anniversary and his successful years in the business.

www.wolfblass.com.au

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'REAT NEWS Century Park Hotel has appointed *EAN 0IERRE -IGNÏ AS their new executive chef. Now, Century Park Hotel guests can look forward to traditional European countryside dishes served with a twist from this talented French chef. He’ll be serving up interesting DISHES LIKE BALUT PÊTÏ AND GOOSE LIVER PÊTÏ DUO ON a bed of mesclun salad WITH CIABATTA TOAST OR "EEF Pot au Feu with garden vegetables and gingered rice. This talented chef has certainly been around, with stints at the old Hotel .IKKO -ANILA 'ARDEN Via Mare, and even the Malacañang Palace. 599 P. Ocampo St., Malate, Manila; tel. +632 528 8888; www.centurypark.com

Come on, give in... Give in to The Tides Boracay’s latest package, the Tides Temptation. Located between Stations 1 and 2, the Tides offers a modern ambiance complete with a sun deck lounge and infinity pool, plus activities from island-hopping to ATV rentals. For only Php8,900 (US$188) per person, you can enjoy a three-day, two-night stay in an Essential room with roundtrip airfare, land and boat transfers, plus a Php5,000 (US$106) gift certificate from Zen Institute Medical Spa. But it doesn’t stop there. Book your stay during weekdays (Monday to Friday), and you only pay Php7,900 (US$167) per person with the same inclusions. A lot of temptations indeed. Promo valid from June 15 to October 30,

2009. Unit 204B Wilson street, Addition Hills, San Juan; tel. +632 722 9200 or +632 725 3411; www.tidesboracay.com

Ever wondered why there aren’t any Filipinothemed board games anymore? Well wonder no more. Here are some enjoyable and educational Pinoy games from Aurora de Leon, a game creator who loves doing puzzles and learning tools about the Philippines and Mother Earth. Available in National Bookstores and Toy Kingdom, Metro Manila; tel. +632 927 8752 www.joypinoygames.blogspot.com; e-mail adel88_1999@yahoo.com 18 M A B U H A Y

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0INOY +A "A !RE 9OU &ILIPINO ! FUN GAME THAT tests your knowledge on all things Pinoy. The board has four sides that has the word “Philippines.” Players will have to finish spelling the word by completing the tiled letters.

Photo by Noel Salazar

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July 7, 1898

Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) / Sri Maiava Rusden

President William McKinley signed a resolution annexing Hawaii, where surfing was born. In 1900, Congress made Hawaii an incorporated territory of the U.S., which it remained until becoming a state in 1959.

on the moon. As he steps onto the moon’s surface he proclaims, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”inadvertently omitting an “a” before “man” and slightly changing the meaning.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

Giant steps Man steps on the moon, American Independence Day is declared, a president is born, and other big dates this month

Philippine History

July 3, 1997 Britain’s Prince Charles arrives in the country aboard the royal yacht Britannia, following the turnover of Hong Kong from British rule to China. July 7, 1971 The Presidential Assistant on National Minorities (PANAMIN) claims to have made contact with the Tasadays, a primitive Filipino group that still uses stone implements as everyday working tools, in the rain forest of South Cotabato. July 15, 1995 President Fidel Ramos signs Proclamation No. 615 declaring the Philippine Eagle as the National Bird.

WORLD HISTORY

July 1 Canada Day, a national holiday in Canada, formerly known as 20 M A B U H A Y J u l y 2 0 0 9

Dominion Day, commemorates the confederation of Upper and Lower Canada and some of the Maritime Provinces into the Dominion of Canada.t July 4, 1776 In the U.S., the Continental Congress approves the Declaration of Independence. July 8, 1776 Colonel John Nixon conducts the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence before an assembled crowd in Philadelphia.

July 12 American philosopher Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) is born in Concord, Mass. At Walden Pond he writes, “I frequently tramped eight or ten miles through the deepest snow to keep an appointment with a beechtree, or a yellow birch, or an old acquaintance among the pines.” July 18 Nelson Mandela is born on July 18, 1918, at Qunu, South Africa. He would become a lawyer, join the African National Congress (ANC), eventually becoming deputy national president in 1952. In 1964, he was convicted for sabotage as a result of his participation in the struggle against apartheid. He spent the next 28 years in jail. Released in 1990, he was elected President of South Africa in 1994 in the first election in which all races participated.

July 10, 1991 Boris Yeltsin takes the oath of office, becoming the first popularly elected president in Russia’s thousand year history. July 14, 1789 The fall of the Bastille indicates the beginning of the French Revolution. July 20, 1969 Apollo 11 Astronaut Neil Armstrong takes his first step

July 19 French impressionist painter Edgar Degas (1834-1917) is born in Paris. He is best known for his paintings of dancers in motion.

Along the road between the cities of Butuan and Surigao is Lake Mainit, the country’s fourth largest lake with a total area of 17,060 hectares. The lake is so vast that it straddles four municipalities in two provinces. Every September, in the town of Jabonga, Agusan del Norte, the Baoto Festival is held. You’ll catch the race in which contestants use boats that are carved out from a solid piece of log. 22 M A B U H A Y

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Agusan Marsh, situated in the mountains of Agusan del Sur, is a beauty, with its still waters and exotic sceneries. It’s a wonder seeing locals, even children, rowing the baroto (“baoto” in the northern part of Agusan) so effortlessly as they move around the place. The 14,837-hectare-wide lake is also a wildlife sanctuary. It is a habitat of various water birds, like wild ducks, herons and egrets. Migratory birds from as far as Japan, China and Russia flock to the marsh to avoid the chilly winds of winter. So if you’re planning to go boating in the Agusan Marsh, bring a pair of binoculars, or, if you’re a shutterbug, bring the longest lens in your arsenal! F e b r u a r y 2 0 0 9 M A B U H A Y 23

A good time to visit is when the rotunda and the blue cathedral at the city center come alive with Capiz’s Sinadya sa Halaran (Joy in Sharing) festival from December 4 to 8.

Spelling Roxas With a Capital Sea The seafood in Roxas City is brimming with so much freshness that the best way to enjoy them is with a big appetite. JUDE A. BACALSO tastes the freshest catch 24 M A B U H A Y

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lmost exclusive to the degustation of seafood is a macabre preprandial satisfaction in watching the subject thrash about in a cold metal scale. Weighed down with life, the numbers rise steadily in crimson LED, announcing heft and corresponding monetary value like a boast; pincers and carapace full of the promise of the inevitable. An uncertain future that forks the question: chili crab or steamed? I should have gone for the latter. After all, just-caught is to gourmet what hand-made is to couture; everything else is just seafood and clothes. Who needed the coconut milk and spice when I was in Roxas City, Capiz, Seafood Capital of the Philippines? Claims are nifty because they mark, indelibly, into your imagination with one sweeping statement. Dangerous things, too. They beg proof, as there will always be someone out to disprove them. And waiting in the wings, someone gunning to be top dog. In the case of the former Municipality of Capiz, rechristened after its favorite son, the first President of the Philippine Republic, Manuel Roxas, the claim is also tedious. Living up to it, as the local tourism officials confess, is a full-time job. First, they let the numbers do the talking: According to the Philippine Information Agency website, Roxas ships a ton of lapu-lapu (grouper) daily to Manila, and supplies 60% of the fish requirements of Divisoria, famously “the mother of all markets” in the heart of the Philippine capital. With an 80-kilometer coastline, swamplands converted to fishponds, and abundant brackish water ideal for aquaculture, at least most definitely for the fish and shellfish, there’s more where that came from. But the real proof comes in the eating. And this is where an informed decision comes in handy.

For good seafood, head for Baybay, which means “shore� in the native tongue, three kilometers (a 10-minute, Php25/US$0.52 tricycle ride) in the general Northern direction from the city proper. Here, a good stretch of beach is fronted by a smattering of freestanding restaurants, and smaller stalls at the Seafood Plaza. Faced with all these choices, my plan of attack is always two-pronged: go with the recommendations, and more importantly, watch where the natives go. The first path found me lunching at Coco Veranda (tel.+6336 621 6185, mobile no. +63918 930 9087), a two-year-old freestanding, open-air restaurant where uniformed waiters in cheerful Hawaiian shirts ask you to pick live catch and suggest how they are cooked best. Today, the tanks are filled with the usual suspects: crabs, lobster, an assortment of fish, and large prawns. Meanwhile, the tables are quickly being filled up with the lunchtime crowd of businessmen, families and local tourists. Their signature dish is the seafood kare-kare (a steal at Php200/US$4.20 per serving), a Roxas twist on the peanut-sauce based stew: Instead of oxtail and offal, dig into tanguigue (mackerel), cream dory fillet, scallops, mussels,

Devoid of garnish, even this lobster is a fancy dish compared to the more Spartan offerings at the nearby row of stalls, where everything is cheaper but by no means less tasty.

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At Coco Veranda, the floral shirts serve a double purpose: not only is Roxas famous for its seafood, it is also known as the Garden Capital of the Western Visayas.

squid, shrimp, and kagaykay (hard clams). The more interesting approach, however, leads me to dinner at the Seafood Plaza, where every stall offers more of the same: plastic trays with live catch that can be cooked in various ways. With all things being equal, the natives rely on a suki system, where a regular customer forms an allegiance to a stall on a variety of reasons: from better cooking, quick service, to cashier with the best smile. But on a gastronomic dalliance, for those without the time to commit, a surefire tip: where food is concerned, wide open space is a red flag. I picked a packed Alma’s, grilled catfish on a stick, a plateful of oysters (15 pieces for Php25/US$0.52) with just a dash of native vinegar, and a serving of kagaykay that made two full bowls with green slivers of onion leaves, ginger, and red tomatoes bobbing on the clear broth, almost

embarrassed at their intrusion into the soup. With seafood this fresh, least equals most. Tonight, Roxas’ real claim isn’t pegged at the volume of export, it is in the volume of my appreciative, oyster-laced, postprandial burp.

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罗哈斯 （Roxas）-菲律宾海鲜之都 JUDE A. BACALSO于菲律宾海鲜之都品尝到刚捕获的新鲜海产。 眼看着金属秤盘上的螃蟹不停地翻来复去，既让人食指大动又感觉恐怖，这种体验惟有在品尝海鲜时才 能感受得到。它们苦苦挣扎着，秤盘上的数字上升，价钱也随之提高。其螯足和外壳充满诱惑，菜单上 有辣椒或者清蒸螃蟹供食客选择。 我应该会选择后者。在菲律宾海鲜之都-卡皮茲省(Capiz)罗哈斯市，新鲜的海产无需添加任何调味料， 就能吃出鲜味，椰奶和香料可谓无用武之地。 根据菲律宾新闻局网站的资料显示，罗哈斯市每天运送一吨的“lapu-lapu”石斑鱼到马尼拉，并且为 Divisoria供应所需的60%鱼类，此地号称为菲律宾首都中心的“各类市集之母”。 食客一定要亲身品尝才知道美食的滋味。若有经验人士的介绍，就可帮您省时省力。 拜拜（Baybay）距离城市3公里路程，专为游客提供美味的海鲜。在这里，零星的独立式餐厅以及海鲜广 场的小摊档都设立于沙滩前。面对着这些选择，我采取了双管齐下的作战方式：前往有关人士的推荐之 地，以及更重要的是跟随着当地人的步伐。 Coconut Grove是我的首选（电话：+6336 621 6185，手机：+63918 930 9087），这是一家才营业两年 的露天餐厅，身穿阳光夏威夷衬衫的服务员会要求您挑选生猛的海产并且建议您如何烹调。海鲜karekare是他们的招牌菜（只售200菲律宾比索 / 每份4.20美元），有别于菲律宾传统的花生酱熬煮方式： 以tanguigue（鲭鱼）、奶油海鲂鱼片、扇贝、贻贝、鱿鱼、虾及硬蛤取代牛尾和内脏。 在海鲜广场吃晚餐是不错的选择。万全提示：宽敞开放式的食物摊档是食客们的战地。我挑选了满座的 Alma’s档摊，点了一条烤鲶鱼、一满盘以少许当地醋为佐料的牡蛎 （15只牡蛎售价25菲律宾比索 / 0.52美元）以及一份硬蛤配上两碗装满一丝丝绿洋葱叶片、姜和红番茄的清汤。对于鲜活的海产，少量 的品尝可带给您不同凡响的用餐体验。

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VANCOUVER: READY FOR THE BIG WINTER GAMES

The Vancouver Convention Centre is just one of the infrastructrures being renovated for the 2010 Winter Games that will be held on February 12 to 28, and March 12, 2010. It has tripled its size to a vast 1.1 million square feet (four city blocks). Its unique architecture allowed it to be built on both land and water, have floor-to-ceiling glass all throughout, a seawater heating and cooling feature, and even a fish habitat built into the foundation!

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(A boutique art hotel) Bill Reid Gallery (Works of Bill Reid)

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In the midst of the 2010 Winter Olympic whirlwind, GARY SINGH marvels at how the city merges a major athletic event with the soul of Canadian aborigine art

With the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games less than nine months away, Vancouver is awash in new infrastructure. The Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Center has tripled its size and new hotels and luxury accommodations are appearing everywhere. In the suburb of Richmond, the brand new Olympic Oval venue will host the long track speed skating events, with the new Canada Line linking Richmond to downtown Vancouver in just 20 minutes. Two hours up the Sea to Sky Highway in Whistler, the Peak 2 Peak gondola, an unprecedented project, opened last December and now links Whistler and Blackcomb mountains together for a thoroughly staggering 2.75 mile gondola ride. But what really makes the 2010 Games unique is the cooperation between the Vancouver Organizing Committee (VANOC) and the aboriginal peoples of British Columbia (BC), which boasts 198 First Nations (indigenous tribes), more than any other province in Canada. Because the Games overall

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1. Bill Reid created a wolf pendant that is made from gold and haliotis shell. 2. Margaret Grenier, a member of the Dancers of Damelahamid performs at the University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology. 3. Massive spindle whorls greet you at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. 4. Another Bill Reid creation, The Raven and the First Men, is on display at the UBC MOA. 5. Carvings reflect the daily life of the Squamish people. The name Squamish means “mother of the

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are being held within the traditional and shared territories of four nations—the Lil’Wat, the Musqueam, the Squamish and the Tsleil-Waututh—those nations collectively incorporated a nonprofit organization and were a major part of Vancouver’s proposal to host the Games. Vancouver was awarded the games in July of 2003, and in November of the following year, the four Chiefs and Councils of the Four Host First Nations (FHFN) entered into a historic Protocol Agreement where they agreed to put aside differences and coordinate their collective efforts to host and support the 2010 Winter Games. So, for the first time in Olympic History, the aboriginal people of an Olympic Host City have been involved from the very beginning of the bid process. The Four Host First Nations now have their own secretariat and are legal partners with VANOC. As a result, the preservation and promotion of aboriginal art and culture are integral parts of the Games. First Nations across Canada are seeing an opportunity to come together and show the entire planet who they are. In fact, the FHFN are officially calling it the “world’s biggest potlatch,” referring to an indigenous feast centering on rites of passage, the redistribution of wealth, and exchange of goods. The potlatch was officially banned by the Canadian government from the late-nineteenth century until the 1950’s as part of an attempt to destroy aboriginal culture, so the celebration is that much more significant. The 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion currently under construction in downtown Vancouver will serve as the focal point for all things indigenous. The US$3.5 million, 8,000 sq ft venue, supported by VANOC and the FHFN, features a high-tech 65-foot-high multimedia sphere, surrounded by a Coast Salish Longhouse. The horseshoe-shaped building will be made of cedar and Douglas fir and the venue will showcase the diversity of Aboriginal art, business, culture and sport from across Canada. The sphere will be capable of projecting 720 degrees; one can watch from the inside the building or from outside on the street. Since the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation, in particular, have politely coexisted as neighbors for thousands of years, the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (4584 Blackcomb Way; tel. +1-866-441-7522; www.slcc.ca) was recently built in Whistler, right across from the Four Seasons and the Fairmont Hotels. The threestory, 30,000 square-foot complex overlooks Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains and can accommodate banquets, corporate meetings, film, theater, gallery shows, and a wide variety of educational and cultural exploits. They even have an indoor farmers’ market during the winter. So for those whose après ski agendas include the need for artisanal breads and local

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The Lil’wat nation is known for their stunning landscape; The Musqueam Nation resides beside the river and gets its name from the aboriginal name of the river grass; The Squamish nation believes that to connect to their ancestors, they must pay respect to animals and birds; Tsleil-Waututh Nation considers the wolf as their origin.

vegetables, the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre can help! In Vancouver proper, the boutique Listel Hotel (1300 Robson Street; tel. +1-604-684-8461; www. thelistelhotel.com) seems almost designed for the artseeking tourist. Northwest Coast art are featured in every aspect of the hotel’s design. The original and limited edition First Nations art at the Listel exists due to its collaboration with the illustrious University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology (MOA) (6393 N.W. Marine Drive; tel. +1-604822-3825; www.moa.ubc.ca) which just reopened after extensive renovations. As a museum, MOA has existed in its current location since 1976 and, as an institution, since 1947. The facility contains a huge variety of original indigenous artifacts, everything from large totem poles to handcrafted boxes, masks, pottery, fabrics and sculptures. The Bill Reid Gallery in Vancouver (639 Hornby Street; tel. +1-604-682-3455; www.billreidgallery.ca) is a must see, not just for an overarching encapsulation of the celebrated Canadian artist Bill Reid’s entire life’s work, but also for a snapshot into what the next generation of Haida artists are up to. It is not a huge facility, but given that it is the only gallery anywhere devoted to one Pacific Northwest Coast artist proves that aboriginal culture is making significant strides. Just wait until the Olympics, of course. For the more active traveler interested in aboriginal history, Takaya Tours (4310 Gallant Ave; tel. +1-604-904-7410; www.takayatours.com) provides First

Nations canoe and kayak adventures. One can explore the history and culture of the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation through several casual guided adventures in the Burrard Inlet and the Indian Arm. In the end, even the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) provides an immersive environment in which to view a swath of First Nations art, whether you’re arriving or departing. Another monumental Bill Reid sculpture, The Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe, holds court right smack in the center of the International Departures Terminal, Level 3. A day doesn’t go by without throngs of travelers getting their photos taken in front of the jade and bronze work. Aboriginal art sculptures and environments are likewise spread throughout the entire airport, including streams, masks, totem poles and gigantic mythical discs. The diversity of the Pacific Coast geography and climate is reflected in the variety of languages and cultures of its aboriginal tribes. There are over 200 First Nations in British Columbia alone, more so than in any other province, or anywhere in North America for that matter. From the coast to the mountains, one can travel through many different First Nations territories, each with its own language, heritage, culture and customs. For more information or suggested itineraries, visit: www.aboriginalbc.com.

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10 Foods That Can Make You Happy Need an upper? DR. WILLIE T. ONG lists down 10 munchers that naturally boost your happy hormones. Photo by NOEL SALAZAR

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Lonely, frustrated, or ready for a fight? Minding what you eat can help you get out of your blues. The secret is in choosing foods rich in Omega-3 fats, folic acid, selenium, and vitamin B12—nutrients that have been found to lift your mood. So next time the going gets tough, check out these foods that could help you relax and recharge: 1. NUTS Nuts are nutritional powerfoods, packed with protein, selenium, and Omega-3. Nuts also contain vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps fight stress. Studies show that Brazilian nuts are the number one source of selenium, which can help maintain a cheerful mood. Aside from lifting our moods, nuts are also considered “brain food” because of their high content of Omega-3 fats, which help improve the brain’s blood flow. Don’t eat too much though, because nuts are salty and high in uric acid, which can be bad for those with high blood pressure and gout.

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2. CHOCOLATE Here’s a good excuse to eat chocolate: It contains anadamine, a brain chemical that helps brighten our mood. Scientists believe that other chemicals in chocolate cause anadamide to stay longer in the brain, thus enhancing its positive effect.

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3. MILK, PREFERABLY SKIM MILK Milk products are rich in tryptophan, an amino acid that the brain needs to make serotonin. Serotonin is a natural chemical that makes us happy and calm. Anti-depressants work in a similar way by conserving the brain’s serotonin. Milk also contains antioxidants, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 that help fight stress and aging. 4. BANANAS Bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, and carbohydrates to boost our energy. Banana’s high potassium content prevents cramps so it’s good for exercising individuals. Some experts believe that bananas may well be the healthiest fruit. So take two bananas a day for good health! 5. SPINACH If you want to be full of zest like Popeye, it pays to eat your spinach. Like broccoli, spinach is packed with folic acid, an important B vitamin for making serotonin. Eat a cup of cooked spinach often to obtain approximately 250 micrograms of folic acid. This amount is enough to make you feel strong and healthy like Popeye!

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6. RICE, BREAD, NOODLES, OR PASTA Don’t believe all those low-carb diets; they can make you crabby and gloomy. Eating carbohydrates can increase our serotonin levels. To prevent sudden jumps in your blood sugar, choose healthier carbohydrates like brown rice, wheat bread, and vegetables. These good carbs are digested more slowly and makes you fuller and possibly happier for a longer time. 7. OILY FISH LIKE SALMON, MACKEREL, OR SARDINES Oily fish are loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids that are known to be mood lifters. A study in Finland shows that people who eat more fish are less likely to be depressed. Most fish are also packed with vitamins B6 and B12, which are involved in the production of serotonin. 8. BEANS AND SOYBEANS Beans are packed with soluble fiber, folic acid, and Omega-3 fats. Beans are also excellent sources of iron and calcium. Moreover, soy contains genistein, a weak estrogen-like substance that could prevent prostate and breast cancer.

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9. BROCCOLI Broccoli is another amazing food that is full of vitamin B, the vitamin that helps fight stress. Likewise, broccoli has folate or folic acid, which researchers have proven to improve our temperament. Aside from lifting our spirits, broccoli is also a potent anti-cancer food. 10. COFFEE A study from Brazil shows that people who drink coffee with milk every day are less likely to have depression. Caffeine is probably the world’s most popular mood-enhancing drug. It boosts our energy levels, makes you more alert, and can improve your memory, too. Small doses of caffeine found in coffee can improve your mood; too much can wreck your disposition, cause heart palpitation, anxiety, and difficultly in sleeping. J u l y 2 0 0 9 M A B U H A Y 33

From Farm to Cup

Apart from bags of beans, the author (bottom left) also has a bag of talents! Robert Franciso is a NAUI Dive Master and a lensman who enjoys underwater photography.

Crazy about coffee? CHERIE MIJARES says that this fine coffee table book will truly indulge your curiosity about the Philippines’ much-loved drink and give you a fresh appreciation of each aromatic sip

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OING THROUGH the pages of A Coffee Journal by Roberto S. Francisco is as delightful and engaging as savoring a cup of the world’s favorite brew. From beginning to end, the author takes you along his travels as he searches for all there is to know about the wonderful bean. Beautiful, atmospheric photographs that he took himself evoke a sense of discovery in the reader, showing awe-inspiring landscapes of mountains and valleys, forests and streams,

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sunrises and sunsets taken from mysterious heights, wooden bridges, even rutty and brutal roads that lead to almost primitive, lush backyard coffee farms. But more than just presenting these, the book takes the reader into intimate encounters with coffee from north to south of the Philippines, from farm to seed, to cup. Every chapter introduces a phase in the coffee making process—from growing the trees; harvesting the cherries; dry processing; wet and wash processing; milling; cleaning, sorting and grading; buying, testing and cupping, roasting and grinding; to packing and retailing until the beverage arrives at our pantries to enhance the pleasures of our tables. Having started a coffee business in 1993, the author speaks with authority: in his search for knowledge, he dug into historical articles and went the lengths from the Mountain Province, Cavite, Batangas, Mindoro, Negros, to Bukidnon, among others. In all these places, he acquired firsthand stories told to him by farmers, harvesters, roasters, traders, retailers and coffee drinkers.

Francisco’s avowed personal mission is to showcase our coffee culture. He expresses hope that “the book reaches other lands across the seas and earn for the Philippines the recognition it deserves for its rich coffee culture and for its role as a market player in the world of coffee, however far behind it has now trailed.” With its easy and engaging style and interesting information, the book is the perfect read not just for coffee lovers but for any bon vivant; a perfect gift, too, for foreign guests and balikbayans who will appreciate taking back home a piece of the Philippines with them. DID YOU KNOW? Coffee can only be grown in the band surrounding the equator between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn – known as the “Coffee Belt.” www.coffeeboard.com.ph

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As much as Camp John Hay pushes for developments, it still managed to retain the trees in the property. For any tree that is sacrificed, 100 are planted to replace it.

Quintessential mountain village

A charming landmark, Camp John Hay works hard to preserve its green past while paving the way for more unique developments. SUNSHINE LICHAUCO DE LEON gives us a tour of the new and constantly improving highland heritage camp

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1. What used to be the home of an American official is now the famous Bell House museum. 2. Some Manila residents even brave the six-hour drive to Baguio just to taste Chef Billy King's creations served at Le Chef. 3. Special occasions always have a touch of mountain charm when held at the CAP John Hay Convention Center.

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beaches and emerald seas easily come to mind when you envision the Philippines. A visit to Camp John Hay (CJH), located within the forests of Baguio, however, opens a door to a different Philippines, one where the magnificent pine trees need the cool breeze and refreshing raindrops as each person sometimes needs the forest for nourishment, growth, and a breath of fresh air. As a favorite place for Manila residents to visit to escape the heat, Baguio is also a place that holds magical memories to many generations of Filipinos. Ninety-two-year-old Leonora San Augustin, a Baguio native, remembers her youth when the entire area was her playground. “After school, we would walk all over town. There was a waterfall with a pond where we could bathe, and we would catch fish in Burnham Park.” She smiles, lost in memory. “It was total freedom—going up trails and sleeping under trees.” With a population of only 25,000 people, everyone knew each other, and Sundays after mass were filled with bonfires as the young people walked up and down Session Road. Visits to Camp John Hay’s commissary to buy American fruits and food at the 19th Tee restaurant were also very much looked forward to. Explaining why Baguio earned the nickname “Little America,” San Agustin says, “Our English principal made sure we grew up speaking English as our first language!” She recalls, “When they put up the Philippine flag and the Americans left, we had tears in our eyes. Our generation got the best of Baguio.” 38 M A B U H A Y

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Today, Baguio City is a bustling metropolis of 350,000 people and the CJH of her memory has developed into a recreational destination for families and businesses. When CJH Development Corporation began developing 246 of the 690 hectares under the Bases Conversion Development Act, their goal was to create a high-quality tourism facility and an ecologically friendly residential community that blends with its environment. Having become guardians of a century-old forest containing 250,000 trees, the “forest was to remain king.” 195,000 seedlings have been planted within and outside the camp to ensure sustainable development for generations to come. There are efforts to limit the cutting of trees, but for any tree that is sacrificed, 100 are planted to replace it. To make guests feel integrated into this environment, there is a self-imposed building limit where no structure can be higher than four levels (the height of an average pine tree). Building materials were predominantly lumber, stone, and logs. While great care been taken to nurture the land, CJH also offers a wide assortment of activities. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the Nicklausdesigned 18-hole golf course and club house, and for events, there is the CAP John Hay convention center. A stay at The Manor Hotel, with its open yet intimate log cabin feel, flowering gardens, and dreamy vistas, sway you to never want to leave this enchanting hideaway. Inside The Manor, well-known chef Billy King’s restaurant Le Chef alone is worth the trip from Manila. With a range of dishes from the straightforward to the most complex, the menu serves a mouth-watering selection of “Euromediterasian” cuisine and “just good food” based on the best available ingredients to suit the season. To walk off a meal with a bit of exploration, visit the art park, used for poetry readings, sculptures and art exhibits, or the eco-trail, whose path takes you up hills, past lakes, across bridges, and passes by a dap-ay, a traditional meeting place for town elders. And if one morning you awake having dreamt of the Camp’s colorful past, a visit to the Historical Core is a must. The Bell Amphitheatre, Bell House and the 500-meter historical trail symbolize the historical significance of CJH. Since Baguio was the summer capital of the American government from 1900 to 1976, Camp John Hay’s 1,600 hectares of forest land provided the rest and recreation facility for American personnel until 1991.

Camp John Hay was named after John Milton Hay, the Secretary of State duringtheadministrationof President McKinley and Roosevelt.

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Reminiscent of a Swiss chalet, The Manor provides guests with a complete mountain experience, from waking up to a foggy morning, to a glass of champagne by the piano bar.

A second phase of development is designed to attract more visitors to Baguio by fueling opportunities for growth in tourism and business yet continuing to maintain a very green atmosphere. A new condotel called the “Suites” will open in October 2009. More affordably priced than the neighboring Manor Hotel, it will be located at the 19th tee of the original American golf course. With a fireplacelit lounge for entertainment, it will offer a more actionfilled atmosphere. The top floor will be home to another delicious Billy King creation, The 19th Tee, named after the well-loved snack bar that served American food. Overlooking the golf course, the diverse menu of this fast food eatery will make it a place where “the whole family can have everything.” Healthier versions of 19th Tee classics like hot dogs, ice cream, and hamburgers will be served, as well as pizza, kebabs, sausages, adobo and other Asian specialties. Those who want to have their own home within the forest can do so with Estate Homes, which allows

you to buy a lot and build your own house or choose from a predesigned home. For those who prefer condo living, the soon-to-open Snyder Hall Residences will offer units located between holes five and 11 of the Golf Club. With a 360-degree view of the golf course and surrounded by a lush scenery, Snyder will offer facilities such as a gym, parlor, restaurant and a convenience store. An Eco Village will also be created, allowing visitors to accomplish their errands and social activities while embarking on a journey of the senses. Since its layout has been adjusted to work around the trees in the area, and each building will be connected by a covered walkway, exploring involves a rejuvenating meander through the woods. The three-story structures will offer a combination of shops, a medical clinic, a legal office, drugstores, art and media galleries, and restaurants with terraces. Having cultural and sensual delights in one location will further enhance the sense of community between those who live in different parts of the Camp and those who come to enjoy the Camp’s offerings.

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• Le Chef • Scout Hill Snack Bar & Ice Cream Parlor • Chocolate de Batirol • Dencio’s Bar & Grill • Country Waffles • Starbucks Coffee • Cantinetta • Little John’s Convenience Outpost • Carlo’s Pizza • Angle’s Bar and Billiards

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Shop

• CJH Commissary • Camp Nike • Adidas • Sportmart • Manna Antiques • Camp Souvenirs

• Bell Amphitheater • Igorot Garden • Mermaid Garden • The Lost Cemetery • Nursery • Butterfly Sanctuary • Art Park

Relax

• An invigorating massage at the Palm Garden Spa located inside The Manor

Go

• Golfing • Camping • Picnicking • Eco-Trail Venturing • Horseback Riding

Camp John Hay is located on Loakan Road, Baguio City. Visit www.cjhhotels.com for more information.

Dining Under the Stars and Pine Trees

This is how the good life should be: Cushy pillows, some exquisite wine, and a bonfire warm you up amid the pine trees.

Though the weather may create a chill, the bonfire at Little Camp John Hay and Billy King’s divine cuisine will surely warm up your party. Images by WAFFY CASEM

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MAGINE YOURSELF SITTING IN FRONT of a warm open fire with a glass of wine in hand, comfortably seated in the middle of a dap-ay as if you own the place. In Ifugao culture, the dap-ay is a stone-lined area for tribe gatherings, but here at Little Camp John Hay, it is transformed into a lounge nook in the midst of pine trees and blossoming hydrangeas. With the stars aglow, enjoy delicious canapés while you cozy up to the intimate ambience. You don’t have to worry about the cold weather as pillows and even blankets can be provided for you by the engaging staff. Want something to go with your wine? Head to the long buffet table where you’ll find sumptuous dishes whipped up by renowned chef Billy King. From sushi to grilled ostrich, kebabs to steak, this is the best place for a buffet with a garden view. However, the best comfort food on a chilly night like this is a hot serving of potato and spinach gratin, a dish that’s creamy inside and crusty on top. If you’re lucky, the chef will even engage you with stories of his childhood in Ireland, and how he is reminded of it whenever he spends time at Little Camp John Hay. Cap off the night with a sinful serving of fresh strawberry flambé topped with vanilla ice cream. The Little Camp John Hay is a new part of The Manor’s garden where parties and events can be held. If you’d like an intimate gathering under the stars accompanied be excellent food and service, the staff will make it happen for you. All you have to do is give them a call! Little Camp John Hay is located at The Manor, Camp John Hay, Loakan Road, Baguio City. Call +6374 424 0931 local 1002 for reservations. Rates start at Php550 (US$11.65)

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al The Dynamic Duo: Gener on Ram , nor Ma The of Manager y King Cabrera, and Chef Bill

Art Offerings in the Highlands With his hopes of bringing art closer to the people of the Cordilleras, National Artist BenCab builds a museum that promises to secure the place of art in the highlands. SUNSHINE LICHAUCO DE LEON visits this mountain gem. Images by Wig Tysmans

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tep into artist Ben Cabrera’s latest masterpiece, the BenCab Museum, and you are immediately reminded of the symbiotic relationship between art and nature. Designed by Raymund Sarmiento, the threelevel museum incorporates natural light and blends into its terraced surroundings so naturally that when seen from the street level, you barely notice its spacious size. Although an artist’s personal museum usually shows only his works, Cabrera’s museum includes not just his paintings, but also the works he loves such as contemporary Filipino paintings and Cordillera art. Cabrera, who is known as BenCab in the art scene, says, “It’s really sharing what I have and a way for me to appreciate my own collection in better surroundings. If I miss them, I just go to the museum.” Speaking of his passion for tribal art, Ben explains, “I love the directness and how you feel the spirit that the maker puts in. It’s different from materialistic art that you sell. It’s ritualistic art so you feel the passion of the person.” Rooted largely on nature, the works from the Cordillera region are more of a way of life than art to be gazed at. All pieces, whether an Ifugao bench or lime containers (tabayag), or a spoon with a carved figure on its end, are based on function or rituals. Incorporating both permanent and changing elements, the Gallery Indigo will have revolving collections and special shows on a range of topics, from maps and prints to vintage photographs of the old Philippines, to engravings of 19th century Filipinos from the artist’s own collection. The museum also has a function room to be used for private events such as dinners, lectures, book launches, and film screenings. Since the museum’s opening in February 2009, it has hosted an art criticism workshop taught by writers, a printmaking workshop, handmade paper making classes, and a rice wine demonstration. Plans are in the works for painting classes and art seminars, wherein artists can also spend a few nights enjoying the traditional Ifugao, Kalinga and Bontoc houses that are built on the property. For those who want to take a piece of this peaceful world home with them, a range of items, including BenCab prints, art books, highland wood carvings and textiles, shirts, and caps are available in the gift shop. And if you want to just relax and enjoy the breathtaking mountain landscape, Café Sabel offers deliciously fresh and natural food with a view of the mountain. Cabrera shares his motivation for the museum: “I wanted to give back, to leave a legacy beyond my paintings.” Although the idea may have started by simply wanting to build a museum, he could very well end up creating a much-needed haven for art—a place for experienced artists to learn more, and for visitors to be surrounded by such beauty and tranquility that perhaps they, too, discover the artist in themselves. J u l y 2 0 0 9 M A B U H A Y 45

TheArtist:BenCab Every artist has his muse, and in the world of Philippine contemporary art master and National Artist Ben Cabrera or BenCab, “Sabel is the woman who made me famous.” She was a bag woman who roamed around the neighborhood in Santa Cruz where he lived as a child. He explains, “I just saw her and started to draw her. I don’t know anything about her. I never met her. I like that mysterious image of an unknown woman. She became part of my growing years as an artist.” Forty five years into BenCab’s career, Sabel’s form remains in constant evolution, as does the work of her master. Although the wide range of his subjects includes women and men of Filipino history, the lives of 20th century migrants, the Cordillera people, musicians and nudes, their universal appeal easily touches people’s lives. He says, “When I touch subjects such as lovers or typhoons, everybody is affected, whether rich or poor, Asian, or European.” With easily recognizable figures 46 M A B U H A Y

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in many pieces, he feels his art is “not complicated or intellectual. It’s humanistic and universal.” BenCab has expressed himself through sculpture, drawings, etchings, and paintings, but it is drawing that he loves most. It is also what he feels is his real strength as an artist. He remembers, “The first time I won an award, I was in primary school. It was for a human rights poster competition. Art was the only thing that focused my mind and drawing was an obsession for me.” Additionally, the narrative elements of much of his work show the influence of the comic books that were the first forms of art he discovered as a child. Some of his paintings, such as the series on Filipinos abroad, are clearly telling a story. Not one to limit himself, some of his work focuses on just aesthetics. He explains, “Sometimes you just want to do pure forms without any comments. I go back and forth.” After living and working in Manila and London, BenCan has been a Baguio resident for 23 years. He says that after living in big cities, he has found his peace: “The mountain has a kind of energy

Here, BenCab is shown sitting on a hagabi in front of a bulol installation. The hagabi is a long wooden bench that symbolizes wealth and social prestige among the Ifugao, while the bulol is the symbol of a rice god who guards the Cordilleras. It often comes as a male and female pair to depict harmony and (with the presence of genitalia that will make conservatives blush) fertility. After rituals such as chanting, bathing it in pig’s blood, and making sacrificial offerings, an anito is said to inhabit the bulol and ensure a good harvest for the owners of the household or granary where it is kept. J u l y 2 0 0 9 M A B U H A Y 47

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that I like more than the beach. And I like the rains, the fog...” When not painting, he loves to go up the mountain to visit the pine trees he has been planting to help the depleted forest there. He says excitedly, “I am fascinated and I can’t wait for the trees to grow!” Ben believes that fine art must be related to a personal art that comes from your experiences and your soul. Since first emerging on the art scene in the 1960s, BenCab’s art has mirrored his journey through life. Whether characterized by shadows, bright colors, lines, curves or never ending circles, he has shared his soul with us through its reflection on his canvas. His work reminds us that art is life and the best form of life is a work of art.

1. Koi and water are constant relaxing feature in all of BenCab’s residences. 2. BenCab’s icon, Sabel, was a real-life scavenger from his old neighborhood. 3. From a distance, the South China Sea can be seen from the museum at sunset. 48 M A B U H A Y

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The BenCab Museum is located at Km. 6 Asin Road, Tadiangan, Tuba, Benguet. Visit www.bencabmuseum.org for more information.

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The Lighter Side Art Attack! Culture Vultures who are all about museum-going, live art performances, auctions, charity fund-raisers, on-thespot painting competitions, lectures and daily forum will have an epic time in ManilArt ’09. Over 500 (yes, five hundred!) artworks are on display for the first time under one roof. From July 16 to 19, 2009, Manila plays host to Asia’s latest contemporary art fair at the NBC Tent, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila. (Admission ticket is Php200/US$4.30 starting July 17 to 19 from 11am to 8pm; Students and senior citizens with valid IDs can get 50% off) For inquiries please call +632 531 6231 or visit www.manilart.com

Painting: “An Ordinary Sunday” by Dominique Rubio

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“Maud, Marie and other Curiosities is a collection of work that stems from my love of taxidermy, Natural History museums, and the classical veneer of Edwardian English style.”

Muse and Balikbayan: Two Plays by F. Sionil Jose Solidaridad Publishing House

Pepper Roxas

Isabel “Pepper” Roxas is a published illustrator, graphic designer, erstwhile toymaker, and traveler. She has engaged her talents and whimsical sense of humor across various media resulting in t-shirt designs and a number of children’s books. Isabel is currently busy sculpting and experimenting with felt on a quiet block in Queens, New York. www.silverlensphoto.com

Hotel La Purificadora Now this is what you call a room with a view. From the elegant campfire-inspired seating and fishtankstyle swimming pool alone, you know this isn’t your usual boutique hotel. The La Purificadora Hotel in Puebla, Mexico was once a factory where bottled water was produced. But its glamorous makeover has made it fit for luxury lovers everywhere. Warm-colored stone from the original building and old wood provide a traditional balance to the hotel’s steel, glass, and onyx furnishings. www.archdaily.com 52 M A B U H A Y

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Muse and Balikbayan are plays as undeniably Filipino as his prose. While Muse is itself a solid and scintillating oneact piece, Balikbayan is truly the star, actually serving as the conclusion to Jose’s famed Rosales series of novels. Be they read or staged, Muse and Balikbayan are great additions to contemporary Philippine theater, and capably bring the trials of the Filipino to life. By Marguerite de Leon

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas By John Boyne

No One Belongs Here More than You Stories by Miranda July

Eat, Pray, Love By Elizabeth Gilbert All books available at Powerbooks outlets nationwide.

FILIPINO PRODUCT

Now here’s something green and innovative! Nooks Co. Ltd., a manufacturer of sweaters and knitwear, has made it possible for us to wear clothes made of pineapple fiber any day we please. Gone are the days when you only whip out piña (pineapple fiber) pieces on special occasions. This fashionable knitwear is versatile enough to wear everyday. DID YOU KNOW? Natural dyes from plants such as seeds, barks, leaves, and other accessible materials are used to give these pieces color. The knitters are so skilled that they don’t even use scissors! Amazing. To know more about the Nooks Co. Ltd. and their other products, partners, and programs, log on to www.nooks-ltd.com; e-mail info@nooks-ltd.com

Calamian Deer Calamian Deer (Axis calamianensis) is one of the many endemic Philippine mammals. Found in the Palawan group of islands, this animal, locally called usa, are predominantly grazers, though they occasionally eat fallen flowers and fruits from forest trees. Found along rivers, marshes, and swamps with tall grasses, they are tagged as good swimmers. Normally, they rest during the hotter part of the day and move about at dawn and dusk. They may form small herds, where they are undisturbed but mainly, they are solitary. They are threatened by extinction because of hunting and forest cleaning due to kaingin and logging. Help save the species by reporting illegal wildlife trading and restore degraded habitats by planting native trees. www.haribon.org.ph Photo by Brent Huffman /www.ultimateungulate.com

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Hideaway The Weepies

The Later Half of Day The Dawn “The Later Half of Day” finds 22-year old Pinoy pop-rock band The Dawn in laidback mode. The album’s 13 tracks – a mixture of remakes of some of the band’s old tunes and covers of ‘80s-era hits by the likes of The Cure, The Police, and U2 – are pitched perfectly to the soft light of the setting sun, the tender breeze, and the gentle waves of the sea. Half of Day is easy listening done right, bathed in jazz and big band (minus the big band) sounds. By Eric Cabahug. Released by MCA Music

Share. If you come across innovative products, worthy causes, and new trends, do share them with us. E-mail them at info@ eastgatepublishing. com or jventura@ eastgatepublishing. com. J u l y 2 0 0 9 M A B U H A Y 53

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Just WATCH them! Taken in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines By Leo Louis Generalao

We sure will! a Taken in Sydney, Australi By Liza Ang

Oooh...that’s scary—a dining hall that moves! Taken in Chengdu, China By Angeline Uy 62 M A B U H A Y

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Does this meal include fireworks too? Taken in Hong Kong By Jeremiah Flores

Thank you very much for the suggestion! Taken in Three Gorges Dam, China By Wilson Tan

Travel Tales – Write in not more than 100 words a funny or unusual travel experience. If your entry is published, we will send you Php1,000*. Funny Signages – Take and send us photos of amusing signages and menus, such as the ones above and indicate where you took them. If your image is published, we will send you Php500*. *Starting July 1, 2009, the fee for a published funny signage is Php500, while fee for a published travel tale is Php1,000. All materials must be original, and photos should be at least 300 dpi. Eastgate Publishing Corporation does not guarantee its publication and is not responsible for returning materials that have been sent. Please email your entries to info@eastgatepublishing.com or jventura@eastgatepublishing.com

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Shadows of Marrakech January 2008 Marrakech, Morocco

Is it a hand? Is it a lampost? No, it’s an orange tree. One afternoon along Mohammed V Avenue, while the sun spills from the Southwest, an orange tree casts a shadow on a wall. Captured by MIGUEL PEREIRA, the scene was made more interesting by the cloaked man who passed by and the shadows of the birds.

Give us your best shot Mabuhay Magazine is accepting high-resolution (at least 300 dpi) digital images of people, places and things from around the world. You may send your photos to 704 Prestige Tower, F. Ortigas Jr. Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines 1605 or e-mail them to info@eastgatepublishing.com. 58 M A B U H A Y

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>> PAL PAGE >> ASIA’S FIRST AIRLINE

>> OUR FLEET Since its first flight on 15 March 1941, Philippine Airlines has flown almost 30 types of aircraft to fulfill various roles in its mission of providing the Philippines with an efficient and reliable air transportation as the flag carrier. Now with a fleet of 47 aircraft, PAL operates one of the youngest and best-maintained fleet in the region. B747-400 / No. of Aircraft: 5 Mabuhay Class: 50 passengers Fiesta Class: 383 pasengers

Philippine Airlines – Asia’s first airline – is the flag carrier of the Republic of the Philippines and the pioneer domestic airline of the country, with a 67-year history that is steeped in tradition and modernity. PAL first took to the skies on March 15, 1941 with a small twin-engine Beech Model 18 airplane, flying 212 kilometers from Manila to Baguio City, with a full load of five passengers. Upon the outbreak of World War II in December 1941, its airplanes were commandeered by the military and destroyed in combat. Post-war operations resumed February 14, 1946 with five ex-military Douglas DC-3s. In July 1946, PAL chartered DC-4s to carry American servicemen home to Oakland, California, making PAL the first Asian airline to cross the Pacific. In May 1947, PAL also became the first Asian carrier to fly to Europe by opening regular service to Madrid. This was followed by rapid expansion of services to Asia and the Middle East in the next two decades. By the 1970s, PAL international route network covered two-thirds of the world. PAL keeps in step with advancements in aircraft technology, acquiring the latest type suited to market demands and local aviation conditions. From the DC-3s that served as the workhorse in the 1940s and 1950s, Vicker Viscount turboprops and Fokker F-27s were added to the fleet in the 1960s. After the BAC1-11 jets were introduced in the 1970s, the McDonnel Douglas DC-10, PAL’s first wide-body aircraft, went into service on the transpacific route in 1974. The Boeing 747-200Bs jumbo jet replaced the DC-10s in 1979 on long-haul routes, while the Airbus A300B4s replaced the DC-8s on regional services. Today, the fleet consists of Boeing 747-400s, Airbus A340-300s, A330-300s, A320s, A319s and Bombardier Q300 & Q400 turbo-propeller aircraft. They carry an average of 12,000 passengers and 180 tons of cargo daily on domestic routes, and 10,000 passengers and 170 tons of cargo daily on international sectors. In May 2008, the PAL Express – the low-fares brand of Philippine Airlines – was launched out of Manila and Cebu, using a fleet of three Bombardier Q300 and six Q400 that fly to 22 inter-island routes. PAL’s six-decade tradition of warm Filipino hospitality has always been coupled with a strong commitment to continuous improvement of services and operations. Despite the many challenges, PAL remains focused on its vision of becoming a world-class Filipino airline.

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A340-300 / No. of Aircraft: 4 Mabuhay Class: 44 passengers Fiesta Class: 220 passengers

A330-300 / No. of Aircraft: 8 Mabuhay Class: 42 passengers Fiesta Class: 260 passengers

A320-200 / No. of Aircraft: 18 Mabuhay Class: 12 passengers Fiesta Class: 144 passengers

A319-100 / No. of Aircraft: 4 Mabuhay Class: 8 passengers Fiesta Class: 126 passengers

Q400 / No. of Aircraft: 5 76 passengers

Q300 / No. of Aircraft: 3 50 passengers

>> WELCOME ABOARD HAND LUGGAGE / You may carry without charge, one hand luggage small enough to be placed in the overhead rack or under the passenger seat of the aircraft cabin. The hand luggage must not exceed a total linear dimension of 115 cm or 45 in, and should weigh not more than 7 kg or 15 lbs. If hand luggage fails to comply with the required applicable dimensions and weight, hand luggage will be checked in and charged with the corresponding excess baggage charges (if applicable). In addition to the free hand luggage allowance, you are allowed to carry the following items onboard: a laptop with case; a small handbag; a coat, wrap or blanket; a walking stick or a pair of crutches; a small camera or a pair of binoculars; a reasonable amount of reading material; and infant’s food and carrying basket. SECURITY ITEMS / The following items are prohibited from being loaded in the hand luggage or inside the aircraft cabin on all Philippine Airlines flights: liquids and gels; sharp items and blunt instruments; explosives, munitions and fireworks; weapons (including replicas), accessories and martial arts devices; large and heavy tools; and other dangerous items contained in, but not limited to, Section I.D. 8 of the U.S. Transportation Security Administration Model Security Program. All passengers travelling from/to the United States (including Guam) will be prohibited from carrying any type of lighter in their carry-on luggage and into security checkpoints. Please contact any Philippine Airlines Reservations or Ticket Office for the complete list of prohibited items. Prohibited items discovered during the security search will be immediately referred to law enforcement officers or appropriate authorities at the airport for disposition. Security Removed Items (SRI) shall be loaded in the aircraft cargo / baggage compartment subject to security clearance procedures by airport authorities. When traveling in the U.S.A., please give enough lead time for the stricter screening of both checked and hand luggage at all commercial airports. All bags will be subject to search; bags that set off alarms or otherwise raise security concerns will have to be opened for inspection. TAKE-OFF/LANDING / During take-off and landing, please ensure that your seat back is in the upright position and your tray table folded or secured properly. Hand luggage should be stowed in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. SEAT BELTS / It is Philippine Airlines’ safety requirement that passengers must fasten their seatbelts for the entire duration of the flight even when the seat belt sign is off. While you are sleeping, please fasten your seat belt over your blanket for the easy inspection by the cabin crew. This is to assure you of your uninterrupted rest during the flight even during moments of turbulence. ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT / In the interest of flight safety, any transportable electronic equipment are not to be operated during take-off, climb out, descent, final approach and landing, except for personal electronic life support systems. Electronic devices which intentionally transmit radio signals should never be used for the whole duration of the flight. These include, but are not limited to: radio transceivers, CB radios, cellular phones, and electronic remote control transmitters. Transportable electronic equipment which are non-transmitters and without any accessories that would transmit/receive radio signals, such as laptop computers without Wi-Fi and wireless peripheral devices, video cameras / players, tape recorders / players, CD/ DVD/MP3 players, calculators, electronic entertainment devices and electronic shavers may be used after the safe use of these has been announced. Some flight conditions may require the discontinuance of the use of electronic devices and will be announced by the crew. Personal electronic life support systems such as hearing aids, electronic nerve stimulators, respirators may be used throughout the flight. NO SMOKING / In compliance with the Administrative Order 121 of the Air Transportation Office, smoking is strictly prohibited on all PAL flights, including when the aircraft is on the ground prior to take-off and/or after landing. EMERGENCY OXYGEN SUPPLY AND LIFE VESTS / In the event of a sudden drop in cabin pressure, oxygen masks will drop automatically in front of you. An inflatable life vest is located beneath your seat or in/under your armrest. Please watch the live or film demonstration of safety procedures, which will be given or screened prior to take-off. ALCHOHOL BEVERAGE / All drinks served onboard are complimentary; alcoholic drinks are served only to passengers aged 18 years or over. Government regulation prohibits passengers from opening and drinking

Welcome to Philippine Airlines! Here are a few reminders to ensure your safety and comfort on board. Have a pleasant trip!

alcoholic beverage other than what is served inflight. For the safety and comfort of all concerned, the cabin crew may decline to serve alcohol to passengers who appear to be intoxicated. Alcoholic drinks are not available on domestic flights and Vancouver - Las Vegas -Vancouver flights. FIESTA BOUTIQUE / A selection of duty-free liquor, cigarettes, perfumes and other highquality gift items can be purchased during the flight from our Fiesta Boutique. We accept major currencies. From time to time, our Festa Boutique offers special giveaways and discounts. Please refer to our Fiesta Boutique brochures or inquire from our cabin crew. INFLIGHT BUSINESS CENTER / Individual onboard telephones are available on our Mabuhay Class in all A340s and selected B747-400s. These are found at the back of the Passenger Control Units (PCUs). Wall-mounted onboard telephones are available for Fiesta Class passengers. Our Inflight Business Center on all A340 aircraft is equipped with inflight phones and fax machine. Charge to passengers for both onboard telephone and fax transmission to anywhere in the world is US$8.80 per minute (or any fraction thereof, for phone) and per page (for fax) of airtime used. Stationery sets are available upon request. For assistance, please don’t hesitate to call the attention of our cabin crew. inflight amenities / On long-haul flights, passengers receive an overnight kit that contains grooming items and other travel essentials to make their flight as comfortable as possible. Mabuhay Class passengers are treated to additional amenities in their kit, such as branded toiletry products and handy travel accessories. Our cabin lavatories are also stocked with other toiletry products to help passengers freshen up for their arrival at their destination. For a more comfortable rest especially during long-haul flights, pillows and blankets are available upon request or can be found on your seat. You can generally recline your seat except those that remain fixed for safety or other physical reasons. We also suggest you tune in to the Tranquil Traveler channel of our Flights of Fancy inflight radio program to keep you relaxed during the flight. Fun and treats are in store for PAL Junior Jetsetter passengers ages 2-11 when they hop in for flight. They will be treated to special kiddie meals on all our international flights. For long-haul flights between Manila and San Francisco, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Las Vegas, Honolulu, Melbourne, and Sydney, kids could play with Tom and Jerry, as the wacky cat-and-mouse tandem continue their endless chase onboard our flights, through the Junior Jetsetter activity kits, exclusively made for PAL. The Junior Jetsetter Activity Kits contain activity books, coloring materials, puzzles, stickers, writing materials and other collectibles, which provide children with hours of fun, while educating them on the different travel destinations. Two different activity sets, packed in easy-to-carry tote bags, are available for flights originating from Manila and for flights bound for Manila. BEFORE YOU LEAVE / Please check that you have all your belongings with you before you disembark. If you do find that you have forgotten something, check with our ground staff or write to Philippine Airlines, P.O. Box 1955, Manila, Philippines, Zip Code 1059. YOUR FEEDBACK WILL BE APPRECIATED / We encourage any comments or suggestions on how we can further improve our products and services. Please call our Customer Relations Office at telephone numbers 556-2588, 556-2152, 556-2589 or 556-2590, fax number 556-2157 or email

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Get acquainted with the Philippines even before you arrive. These tips will guarantee a carefree and informed stay. PHILIPPINES AT A GLANCE / Stretching 1,839 kms. north-to-south off the southeast coast of Asia, the Republic of the Philippines has a total land area of 300,000 sq. kms. Its 7,107 islands comprise one of the largest island groups in the world. About 77 million Filipinos make up the population, 55% of whom occupy the largest island of Luzon. Filipinos comprise 111 cultural and linguistic groups of Malayo-Polynesian origin, with varying degrees of Chinese, Spanish and American influences. Majority are Roman Catholics, though a significant number are Protestants and Moslems. The Philippines is the world’s third largest English-speaking country after the United States and the United Kingdom. Filipino is the national language; English is used for commercial and legal transactions. Literacy rate is a high 94%. CLIMATE / The Philippines is a tropical country with an average temperature of 32oC (89.6oF). March to June are hot and dry (36oC); rains and typhoons abound from July to October; November to February are pleasantly cool (around 23oC) and dry. In mountainous regions, temperatures dip to about 15oC. Light casual clothing is recommended for daily wear and Barong Tagalog or coat-and-tie for business and formal functions. CURRENCY / The monetary unit is the peso, divided into 100 centavos. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas supervises authorized foreign exchange dealers (at airports, hotels, major commercial establishments and all bank branches), and posts official exchange rates for most international currencies. TRANSPORTATION / Philippine Airlines flies between Manila and 19 cities and towns throughout the country. In Metro Manila, taxis, buses, jeepneys and a two-line Mass Transit System (LRT and Metrorail) provide public transport. In certain areas like Binondo (Manila’s Chinatown) and the old walled city of Intramuros, horse-drawn carriages or calesas ply short routes. International and local car rental companies provide chauffeured or self-driven limousine service. Large groups may hire medium-sized passenger vans or tourist coaches. SHOPPING / The Philippines is fast becoming a shopping haven, yielding great bargains if you know what to look for and where.

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The secret to a satisfying shopping expedition is to go where the locals go, whether it be to world-class malls, bargain-rich flea markets or “tiangges”, ubiquitous sidewalk stalls, or tiny “holes-in-the-walls.” Handicraft stores can be found all over the country, selling export-quality products like native baskets and hand-woven fabrics, exquisite shellcraft and fine jewelry, or oneof-a-kind home accessories. Antique shops are a rich source of Philippine antiquities such as carved wooden furniture, old religious images, unique tribal artifacts, or vintage collectible pieces. The country’s upscale malls carry international brands with prices comparable to those in Hong Kong or Singapore. Don’t forget to check out the kiosks scattered throughout these sprawling spaces. They sell interesting items you may want to bring back home – from household bric-a-brac to curio items, native delicacies, or even the must-buy souvenir T-shirt. NIGHTLIFE / Metropolitan Manila is considered a pleasure-seeker’s paradise, with an array of nighttime activities, from the soothing to the sinful. No wonder it has been consistently voted as Asia’s number one destination for entertainment and relaxation by expatriates. You can listen to whatever music you fancy from the country’s popular bands and singers, take advantage of “happy hour” drink promos at bars and pubs, dance up a storm at clubs and street parties, or cap an exhilarating night with a calming cappuccino at the corner café. Hotspots not to be missed are bohemian Malate in Manila, cosmopolitan Fort in Taguig, upscale Ayala and Rockwell Centers in Makati, and the trendy Libis and Timog D istricts in Quezon City. FOOD / Filipino food may puzzle the first-time eater. Philippine history is largely responsible for this complex cuisine: on a matrix of native dishes akin to those in the rest of Southeast Asia, Chinese traders input their culinary culture, Spanish colonizers added touches of Castillan and Mexican cooking, and U.S. colonization brought in convenience and fast-food meals. Eating in the Philippines can therefore be an outstanding experience at all budget levels. In recent years, a profusion of restaurants has emerged, many catering to continental European or exotic Asian tastes. There are some good Japanese restaurants, too, plus a smattering of Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and other cuisines.

>> AIRLINE PARTNERS In order to serve you better, Philippine Airlines has linked up with its Airline Partners to offer you more destinations worldwide through its Codeshare Agreements. This allows PAL and its Airline Partners to jointly sell a flight sector, even if only one airline operates on this route. In Manila, Codeshare Flights operated by PAL and Air Philippines arrive/depart at the NAIA Centennial Terminal 2, while Codeshare Flights operated by PAL’s other Airline Partners arrive/depart at the NAIA 1. For details on Codeshare Flights, please refer to the PAL Flight Facts and Flight Schedule on pages 66-67. When traveling on any of PAL’s Codeshare Flights, Mabuhay Miles members enjoy certain privileges. For specific Mabuhay Miles privileges per Airline Partner, please contact the Mabuhay Miles Service Center at (632) 817 8000. Mabuhay Miles members can redeem travel awards on PAL operated sectors only. The privileges listed in the table shown are applicable provided ticket sales and reservations are under PAL’s seat allocation (ticket should reflect “PR” in carrier designator box).

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MABUHAY MILES MILLION MILER & PREMIER ELITE ONLY MILLION MILERS ARE ALLOWED TO BRING ONE (1) TRAV ELING COMPANION TO THE LOUNGE CALL THE MABUHAY MILES SEVICE CENTER FOR EXACT FREE BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE NOTE: PRESENTATION OF MILLION MILER’S MEMBER SHIP CARD IS REQUIRED TO AVAIL OF ETIHAD PRIVILEGES

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>> SERVICE GUIDE SPECIAL MEALS / Special meals may be requested on all Philippine Airlines international flights to cater to the various dietary requirements of passengers, for reasons of age, health or religion. These include: baby meal, child’s meal, western vegetarian meal, low-fat meal, diabetic meal, fruit meal, gluten restricted meal, moslem meal, asian vegetarian meal, seafood meal, hindu vegetarian meal, kosher meal and low-sodium meal. Please call PAL Reservations at least 24 hours before date of departure to ensure availability. PAL passengers can now compare fares across a seven-day period. Our online booking features a fully automated facility called “Calendar Pricing” that displays the lowest fare available over a seven-day range-three days before and three days after the planned travel date thus allowing travelers to decide quickly when it is most convenient and cheapest to fly. Experience the difference. Book online!For more information, please visit us at www.philippineairlines.com. PAL Mobile connects you to us while you are on the go! Our mobile site, www. philippineairlines.mobi gives you the more flexibility and convenience. With your web-enabled mobile phone, Blackberry or PDA, you can check the latest arrival and departure times, check flight schedules, track your Mabuhay Miles mileage, and know more about our latest news and promos. You can also access important advisories, travel essentials, contact information and a lot more! For more information on how to access the PAL Mobile site, check our FAQ at http://www.philippineairlines.com/faq/pal_mobile. Normal browsing charges apply. Please contact your mobile carrier for details.

Philippine Airlines is pleased to offer you the following services to make your travel experience not only convenient but delightful as well.

NEED TO RECONFIRM / Reconfirmation is not required for all Philippine Airlines flights. However we recommend that when making your reservations, you advise us of your telephone numbers at every stopover along your itinerary. This will allow us to call and advise you of any changes to your flight. AIRPORT CHECK-IN / For your convenience, Philippine Airlines offers the “Early Bird” advance check-in service in select airports, to help you avoid the rush during peak check-in hours. Checkin counters generally close 45 minutes before flight departure. If you check in after the counter closure cut-off time, you may not be accepted for the flight even if you are holding a confirmed booking. Always have your travel documents on hand. As with other airlines, Philippine Airlines may refuse carriage to passengers who lack the necessary travel papers. EXPRESS CHECK-IN COUNTERS / Senior Citizens traveling with up to two (2) traveling companions and passengers with NO CHECK-IN BAGGAGE on PAL flights departing from Manila or Mactan may avail of the express check-in service at designated counters. For more information on restrictions and check-in procedure, log on to www.philippineairlines.com.

AIRPORT LOUNGES / Philippine Airlines has Mabuhay Lounges in Manila (Domestic and International), Cebu (Domestic and International), Davao, Bacolod, Iloilo, General Santos City, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Mabuhay Class passengers, as well as Mabuhay Miles Elite and Premier Elite members, can unwind, dine and freshen up in these lounges before boarding their flight. In other International Stations, PAL has contracted the services of airport lounge operators to offer the same amenities to said passengers. AIRPORT TRANSFER SERVICE IN MANILA / For passengers connecting from a Philippine Airlines flight at the NAIA Centennial Terminal 2, to a code share flight operated by any of its Airline Partners at NAIA Terminal 1 (and vice versa), a complimentary transfer service is available. A shuttle service is also provided to passengers from NAIA Centennial Terminal 2 to NAIA Terminal 3 (and vice versa) for PAL Express flights and code share flight on Air Philippines. This service is subject to certain conditions and qualifications. For more information, please inquire with any of our Transfer service staff at the arrival area.

Philippine Airlines introduces the RHUSH (Rapid Handling of Urgent Shipments) airport-to-airport service, the fastest way to ship cargo domestically or overseas. Enjoy the following advantages with RHUSH: highest priority in cargo, guaranteed space, fast and quick acceptance and release time, and money-back guarantee (conditions apply). But what makes RHUSH the hands-down choice is its guarantee that your cargo is released on the day you expect it. For particulars, please call PAL Cargo Sales and Reservations in Manila at (632) 831 3061 / 853 3062 / 853 3059 / 851 3063 / 879 5879 / 834 0362, or any PAL Office in your area.

>> FLIGHT TRANSFERS IN MANILA STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR FLIGHT TRANSFERS

Philippine Airlines offers worry-free transit procedures for passengers coming from an international flight with an immediate connection to a PAL domestic flight. Upon arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Centennial Terminal 2 in Manila, all you have to do is clear with Immigration, claim your baggage from the carousel, and proceed to the Special Customs Examination Counter for baggage clearance. You must then return your baggage to the carousel to ensure its loading on your domestic flight. If you’re a passenger onboard a PAL flight from the U.S.A., Canada or Narita and are connecting to Cebu or Davao, you can proceed directly to the PAL Domestic Terminal at NAIA 2 after clearing Immigration. You no longer need to have your baggage cleared in Manila, as the appointed Customs personnel in Cebu or Davao will take care of your baggage clearance. If you still don’t have your boarding pass for your domestic flight, you may proceed to the PAL Transfer Desk at the Arrival Area for assistance. You can then take the escalator or elevator located at the Arrival Lobby to go to the PAL Domestic Terminal. Airport Terminal Fees: Php550 for international departure and Php200 for local departure (paid in Philippine pesos only). Note that a Php200 Security Fee will also be collected by Manila International Airport Authority for international departures. Departing passengers for international destinations are advised to check with airport or tourist information counters (Tel. Nos. 524-1703; 832-2964) for the departure fees which may change without notice.

PAL Passengers from USA, Canada or Narita with connecting flight to Cebu, Davao or Laoag (for check through passengers only): 1. Disembark from plane and go through Immigration check. 2. Proceed to PAL Domestic Terminal (via escalator or elevator at Arrival Lobby). 3. Pay terminal fee of Php200.00 at the Domestic Terminal. 4. Proceed to the assigned gate for your connecting flight. Passengers from any of PAL’s International Flights bound for any PAL domestic station: 1. Disembark from plane and proceed to the 6. Return baggage to the PAL staff at the Transfer Desk to check in for your baggage area for reloading. connecting flight. 7. Proceed to PAL Domestic Terminal (via 2. Go through Immigration check. escalator or elevator at the Arrival Lobby). 3. Proceed to Baggage Claim Area. 8. Pay terminal fee of Php200.00 at the 4. Proceed to the Special Customs Domestic Terminal. Examination Counter for clearance. 9. Proceed to the assigned gate for your connecting flight.

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Below are useful facts and figures about our flights and schedules.

DISTANCES AND FLIGHT TIME

FLIGHT FACTS

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Distances and flight times may vary due to weather conditions, flight path changes and the type of aircraft utilized. FLIGHT TIME refers to the time from when the aircraft engines start up before take-off, until the aircraft comes to a halt after landing. MM MILES refers to flight miles earned when travelling on Fiesta (Economy) Class, as adopted from the IATA standards.

INTERNATIONAL

DOMESTIC

ROUTES AND SECTORS

ROUTES AND SECTORS MM MILES FLIGHT TIME RESERVATIONS

Manila - Abu Dhabi - Bahrain

4,352 4,580

- Bandar Seri Begawan - Bangkok

781

2:05

00971 2 6351700 00973-17225650 extension 212 (603) 2141-3899

1,368

3:15

(662) 633-5713/14

MM MILES FLIGHT TIME RESERVATIONS

Manila - Bacolod

298

- Basuanga

1:10

(034) 4341595/1596

1:05

(0919) 5112797

- Butuan

489

1:30

(085) 341-5156/5257 226-4777 LOC. 6328

- Cagayan De Oro

486

1:30

(088) 857-2294

1:15

(055) 209-2885 (055) 533-8885 (055) 209-9228

- Busan

1,515

3:45

(8251) 466-0333

- Calbayog

- Beijing

1,797

4:25

- Doha

4,528

8:15

(8610) 6510 2991 2992 / 2993 (974) 455-8760

- Catarman

1:15

- Dubai

4,294

8:45

(055) 251-8996 (055) 500-9886

- Fukuoka

1,445

3:30

- Caticlan

1:10

- Guam

1,596

3:40

- Ho Chi Minh

1,002

2:30

712

2:00

(036) 288-7536 (036) 288-7538 (036) 288-7539 (032) 234-2586 (032) 234-2713 (064) 431-0136

5,296

10:15

- Hongkong - Honolulu - Jakarta (via Singapore) Manila - Singapore

1,732*

(671) 632-1615/ 17/ 19 (848) 827-2105/ 06/ 8272 (852) 2301-9300 1-800-435-9725 1-800-635-8653 ** (6221) 300-15758

1:35 3:40

- Kuala Lumpur (via Kota Kinabalu) Manila - Kota Kinabalu

(603) 2141 0767

1:55

Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur - Las Vegas (via Vancouver) Manila - Vancouver

6:15

(9714) 203-3788/ 316-6632 (8192) 415-3288

3:35

Singapore - Jakarta

2:25 7,393*

16:15 12:05

Vancouver - Las Vegas

1-800-435-9725 1-800-635-8653 **

2:40 7,290 723

1:55

1-800-435-9725 1-800-635-8653 ** (853) 8898-2552

- Melbourne

3,927

8:00

(613) 9600-2898

- Osaka

1,651

3:55

(816) 6444-2541

- Nagoya

1,741

4:00

(8152) 588-7131

- San Francisco

6,978

12:00

- Seoul

1,624

4:00

1-800-435-97251800-635-8653 ** 0082-1544-1717

- Shanghai

1,152

3:10

(8621) 6279-8765

- Singapore

1,476

3:35

(65) 6336-1611

- Sydney (via Melbourne) Manila - Melbourne

3,883*

10:50

(612) 9279-2020 / 2228

- Los Angeles - Macau

12:30

731

2:00

- Tokyo

1,879

4:15

(813) 5157-4161

- Vancouver

6,560

12:05

714

2:10

1,060

2:40

1-800-435-9725 1-800-635-8653** (86592) 239-4729 / 30 / 65 (852) 2301-9300

617

1:45

(603) 2141-0767

- Kuala Lumpur (via Kota Kinabalu) Cebu - Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur

1,634*

5:00

- Seoul - Tokyo

1,884 2,024

- Hongkong - Kota Kinabalu

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349

1:15

- Cotabato

552

1:30

- Davao

597

1:45

(082) 222-0366; 226-4604

- Dipolog

438

1:30

(065) 212-2355/2356

- Dumagete

390

1:15

(035) 422-8577

- General Santos

647

1:45

(083) 552-5282/ 553-8856

- Iloilo

280

1:05

(033) 333-0040/ 41

- Kalibo

250

0:55

(036) 262-3260; 262-3263

- Laoag

257

0:55

(077) 670-8533/8451

- Legaspi

250

0:55

(052) 481-0780

1:20

- Puerto Princesa

364

1:15

(053) 255-4261 (053) 561-9758 (048) 433-4565/ 2561

- Roxas

311

0:55

(036) 621-0244

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0:55

- Surigao

1:40

- Ormoc

- Tacloban

352

1:10

(043) 491-1604 (043) 491-1923 (086) 231-9680 (086) 826 8589 (053) 321-2212

- Tagbilaran

387

1:10

(038) 411-2939/ 411-3552

- Tuguegarao

1:00

(078) 844-9238

- Virac

1:10

(052) 811-2880 (052) 811-2881 (062) 993-0330/2955

- Zamboanga Cebu - Ozamiz

530

1:30 1:00

(088) 521-5565 (088) 521-0462

1:30

- Taipei

- Xiamen

- Cebu

8:00

Melbourne - Sydney

Cebu

9:00 9:58

(8862) 2506-7383

1:45 2:25 4:25 4:40

0082-1544-1717 (813) 3593-2421

* refers to direct mileage ** exclusive Reservations numbers for Business Class passengers, Mabuhay Miles Elite & Premiere Elite Members

PAL Reservations Office Telephone Numbers in Manila * (63-2) 855-8888 * (63-2) 855-7888 (exclusive Reservations numbers for Business Class passengers, Mabuhay Miles Elite & Premiere Elite Members) * (63-2) 855-1000 (dedicated e-ticketing number) For more information visit http://www.philippineairlines.com

>> FLIGHT SCHEDULE

For flight bookings and/or flight availabilities, please contact a PAL office nearest you.

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>> INTERNATIONAL ROUTES

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>> FREQUENT FLYER PROGRAM

Take that first step to a more rewarding travel experience

IT ALL ADDS UP WITH MABUHAY MILES

TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH PHILIPPINE AIRLINES AND ENJOY A HOST OF PRIVILEGES THAT ADD UP TO MILES OF DIFFERENCE. OPEN TO ANYONE AGED 2 AND ABOVE, THE MABUHAY MILES FREQUENT FLYER PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO DELIVER TO YOU THE BEST REWARDS AND PRIVILEGES. AND AS YOU MOVE UP TO HIGHER ELITE LEVELS, MORE TRAVEL PRIVILEGES AWAIT YOU. PROGRAM ENROLMENT Applying for Mabuhay Miles membership is now more convenient than ever. Simply log on to www. mabuhaymiles.com or visit any PAL office. Enrollment forms come with a pre-numbered temporary membership card that you can immediately use to accrue Miles EARNING MILES Mabuhay Miles is one of the most generous frequent flyer programs in the market. With Mabuhay Miles, you can earn Flight Miles based on the actual flown miles on Philippine Airlines and on its code-share partners on paid tickets in any class of service. Earn 150% of actual flown miles in Mabuhay Class on all Philippine Airlines flights to and from North America. In all other flights, you can earn 100% and 125% of actual flown miles in Fiesta Class and Mabuhay Class respectively. EARNING MILES Mabuhay Miles is one of the most generous frequent flyer programs in the market. With Mabuhay Miles, you can earn Flight Miles based on the actual flown miles on Philippine Airlines and on its code-share partners on paid tickets in any class of service. Earn 150% of actual flown miles in Mabuhay Class on all Philippine Airlines flights to and from North America. In all other flights, you can earn 100% and 125% of actual flown miles in Fiesta Class and Mabuhay Class respectively. MABUHAY MILES PROGRAM PARTNERS Earning miles has never been easier! Philippine Airlines lines up a growing host of program partners where Mabuhay Miles members can earn additional miles to get that free ticket fast! Members earn miles with the following program partners… HOTELS AND RESORTS (worldwide and regional locations) Golden Tulip Worldwide Marco Polo Hotels Management Limited Pan Pacific Group Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts The Shilla Hotels & Resorts Tokyu Hotels Traders Hotels HOTELS & RESORTS (California, USA) Best Western Hotel San Mateo Crowne Plaza Foster City Hilton Garden Inn Fairfield HOTELS & RESORTS (Philippine locations) Boracay Regency Beach Resort Boracay Tropics Century Park Hotel Friday’s Boracayv Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort Microtel Inns & Suites Pearl Farm Beach Resort Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort Taal Vista Hotel The Panoly Resort Hotel CREDIT & CHARGE CARD Allied Bank HSBC OTHER BANKS’ REWARDS PROGRAM American Express Diners Club Metrobank Security Bank Union Bank Standard Chartered Bank Citibank (for Philippine-issued and Guam-issued cards) Banco de Oro EastWest Bank BANK REMITTANCE SERVICES Philippine National Bank CAR RENTALS Avis Hertz CRUISE LINE Star Cruises TRAVEL INSURANCE Travelplans/PhilAm Insurance Co., Inc. TELECOMMUNICATIONS Mabuhay Phone Service REAL ESTATE Eton Properties, Phil., Inc.

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tennis and badminton equipment. To apply, just proceed to any Philippine Airlines Ticket Office, fill out the enrollment form, and pay the corresponding application fee.

LIFESTYLE Cultural Center of the Philippines Time-Life International (Phil) Inc (Fortune and Time Magazines) Asian Therapeutics Inc (OSIM) Victorinox World Traveller AND GET DISCOUNTS WITH THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS... Enchanted Kingdom Burger King Xtreme Magic Sing Belo Medical Group EARNING MILES Mabuhay Miles is one of the most generous frequent flyer programs in the market. With Mabuhay Miles, you can earn Flight Miles based on the actual flown miles on Philippine Airlines and on its code-share partners on paid tickets in any class of service. Earn 150% of actual flown miles in Mabuhay Class on all Philippine Airlines flights to and from North America. In all other flights, you can earn 100% and 125% of actual flown miles in Fiesta Class and Mabuhay Class respectively. AWARD REDEMPTION For as low as 3000 Miles you can now redeem free flights on Philippine Airlines. You also have more chances of securing an award seat even during peak months with the Flexiflyer award option. With interactive and real time award ticket issuance at PAL ticket offices, Mabuhay Miles makes it highly convenient for you to redeem your travel awards! MEMBER SERVICE The Mabuhay Miles website at www.mabuhaymiles.com gives you one-stop access to useful services from Mabuhay Miles. With a pleasant design and userfriendly features, the website allows you to check your account balance, view your latest activity statement, update your personal profile, refer to the award charts, download important forms, and request for retroactive crediting of Miles. So log on today and experience the online advantage. Annual SportsPlus Subscription Level fee

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Coverage

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US$30

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20 kgs

PAL flights within the Philippines/ Asia, and to/ from Australia/ Guam

1 piece not exceeding 20 kgs.

PAL flights to United States/ Canada

SportsPlus Global

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TRAVEL LIGHT WITH SPORTSPLUS SportsPlus is a unique subscription -based program feature available only to Mabuhay Miles Members. As a Mabuhay Miles SportsPlus member, you are given extra free luggage allowance on Philippine Airlines flights for your golf, bowling, scuba diving, sportfishing, cycling.

EXCLUSIVE TRAVEL BENIFITS As Elite or Premier Elite Members, you also enjoy the following privileges: priority reservation waitlist, exclusive member reservations numbers, priority checkin, additional free luggage allowance, priority luggage handling, priority airport standby, access to Mabuhay Lounges and participating VIP Lounges, Sports Plus equivalent privileges, additional discounts and amenities from Program Partners, and many more. LIFETIME STATUS FOR MILLION MILES Mabuhay Miles Million Milers enjoy the benefits of Premier Elite Membership for life. This is our token of appreciation to those who have flown one million cumulative Flight Miles on Philippine Airlines.

Annual Qualification Criteria

Elite Level

Mabuhay Miles Elite

• 25,000 Flight Miles flown on Philippine Airlines or • 30 one-way segments in any class of service, or • 15 one-way segments in Mabuhay Class

Mabuhay Miles Premier Elite

• 45,000 Flight Miles flown on Philippine Airlines or • 50 one-way segments in any class of service, or • 25 one-way segments in Mabuhay Class

ENJOY THE DIFFERENCE WITH ELITE & PREMIER ELITE LEVELS A world of exclusive benefits await you as you earn Miles and attain elite levels of membership in Mabuhay Miles. As a Mabuhay Miles Elite or Premier Elite Member, you gain the recognition you deserve as a frequent traveler. There are more ways to qualify and you have the whole calendar year between January 1 and December 31 - to attain your privileged status. CONTACT US

Mabuhay Miles Service Center Postal Address Mabuhay Miles Service Center 2/F Power Realty Building 1012 A. Arnaiz St. (formerly Pasay Road) Makati City

E-mail Address mabuhaymiles@pal.com.ph

Telephone 8am-8pm, Mondays thru Fridays * Also accepts calls from 12pm-1pm Manila - (632) 817-8000 Cebu - (032) 340-8000 9am - 5pm, Mondays thru Fridays, Pacific Time USA / Canada - 1-800-747-1959 Service Lounge Hours Mondays - Fridays 8:30am - 5pm Saturday - 8:30am - 12NN

Facsimile (Manila) (632) 556-2800; 893-6884

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