Quezonian Juanderer

Your life can be full of stress and problems. Why not try to relax and forget your problems for some time?

Quezonian Juanderer at Villa Escudero!

It is located at Tiaong, Quezon.

Villa Escudero or Villa Escudero Plantations was founded in 1872 by Don Placido and his wife, Doña Claduia Marasigan. Originally, it was a sugar cane plantation but then converted by their son ,Don Arsenio Escudero into coconut, in the early 1900s.

source: http://villaescudero.com/about-us/

The estate was opened to public in 1981 and became a famous tourist destination later on.

What to Do and Expect at Villa Escudero?

1. Eat at Villa Escudero Waterfall Restaurants. Eat bare-handed as you enjoy Filipino’s delicious. Experience this while the water is running over your feet while sseing the man-made waterfall restaurants.

2. Roam at the Historical Museum. It is a private museum that collected many artifacts from the historic times. It is also obe of the largest musuem in our country. Another interesting thing is, these museum is at the beautiful pink church.

3. Try Bamboo Rafting. You can enjoy rafting at Labasin lake while seeing natures green and beautiful scenery. This rafts are made of real bamboos. Unfortunately, I didn’t have a photo taken. But here is a photo from Villa Escudero’s website.

4. Watch Historical Performance. Villa Escudero is showcasing Philippines’ rich culture. There are groups performing folk dances and a rondalla. I myself, have watched this because this is the place where my Uncle and his other half were married.

5. You can take a lot photos everywhere. At Villa Escudero, you can take a lot of photos since it has a lot of instagramable spots.

That photo was taken way back so many years ago haha.

There are more activities that you can do at Villa Escudero, like the swimming pool and many more. A lot of historical things that brings back the history. On the other hand, Villa Escudero is a bit pricey but there are a lot of activities that you can do there. Don’t miss the opportunity and book now.

Another trouvaille unveiled.

‘Til next time Juanderers!

For more infos visit their official website : http://villaescudero.com/about-us/

and to contact them: http://villaescudero.com/contact-us/

“Not all those who wander are lost”

Travelling isn’t always about leisure, it could also help you to realize other things, to make you relieve and to find solemnity.

Want a place where you can enjoy and devote to God at the same time? Here we go.

In today’s blog, we are going to Kamay ni Hesus Shrine. Kamay ni Hesus is located at Lucban, Quezon. It is a well-known pilgrimage destination and known for the hill that will bring you to Jesus Christ statue. It is also known because of their miraculous healing mass.

What to expect at Kamay ni Hesus?

◾Healing Masses. Kamay ni Hesus healing mass is leaded by the healing priest Fr. Joey Faller. It is founded by Fr. Joey to heal the sick.

Here is the schedule of mass:

WEEKENDS

Saturday

• 9:30 AM – Healing Mass
• 5:00 PM – Anticipated Mass

Sunday

• 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
• 3:00 PM – Healing Mass

◾The majestic view. This place of holiness is undeniably amazing. A lot of sceneries which will sooth your eyes and reflect with Jesus’ sacrifices at the same time.

◾The Noah’s Ark. As a Christian, we know the story of Noah’s ark and how it was built. This replica is built to reconnect our faith with our Lord.

For commuters – If you are from San Pablo, you will ride a bus heading to Lucena. When you are already at Lucena Grand Terminal, you will ride a jeepney to Lucban.

For non-commuters – Going to San Pablo to Brgy. Calumpang, Tayabas to Tayabas proper to Lucban. If you want a lesser traffic trip, you can choose this way.

Hungry? Here are your foodies.

Quezon’s are offering a lot food and can be found at these place.

◾Pancit habhab. Want to experience eating in a banana leaves without utensils? No, you will not use your hands; it is meant to be eaten by “paghabhab“

◾Budin (Cassava Cake). A delicious cake that is made of cassava. It’s yummy texture and golden brown and yellow color makes it more delicious.

◾Longganisang Lucban. Lucban, Quezon is known for this longganisa. The medley of sweet ans savory flavor that captured everyone’s taste.

Complete your trip with souvenirs

You can buy some souvenirs at the store that sells necklace, bracelets and other religious connected stuff.

If you are planning to have a trip with your family, consider Kamay ni Hesus. A self-nurturing place, a great place to relax and to meditate. You can also give thanks and repent while you are there. Reconnect your faith at Kamay ni Hesus. But remember you can always reconnect with our Lord anytime and anywhere.

“Better to see something than hear about it a thousand times”

Hopping to places without getting our wallet wasted is what we all wanted. Indulge the view, be amazed, and make a memory. Tipid-trip? Not a problem.

Today, we are about to witness some of Tiaong’s juanderful spots.

IT’S JUANDER TIME!

Tiaong is a 1st class municipality in the province of Quezon. We are going to two spots here and it is:

• Sunshine Farm (sunflower farm)
• Tunnel of Lights

Shining like the sun, sunflowers are bright golden flowers that are loved by many. It’s big fuzzy disk floret filled with seeds and surrounded by yellow petals made people tantalized by its beauty. It also gives aesthetic to instagram feed that made it loved more especially by youth. Sunshine Farm became sonorous since it was opened to public last February 18.

Sunshine farm is also featured to the national television. Like in GMA news and MMK( the life of Mang Ven)

WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT SUNSHINE FARM?

Instagramable spots. If your up for a yellow feed for your IG account, Sunshine Farm is a great place to go. But it is not only for those who wants yellow feed, there are some parts of it where you can get ig worthy photos. For e.g. the car and the different picture taking spots/booth.

Business with advocacy. It is not only a business which aims to gain money. It is a business which empowers the person with disabilities (PWD). Sunshine Farm gives livelihood opportunity to those PWD. It proves that people like them aren’t limited and can do anything. ” Nag-enjoy ka na, nakatulong ka pa”

Easy to find. Sunshine Farm is located at Lalig, Tiaong. It is only 300 meters away from Citymall Tiaong. When you saw a rainbow like or colorful flag, that’s it. You will also see the sign “Sunshine Farm Philippines” facing the highway. But how will you get there? If you are from San Pablo City, you are going to ride a jeepney that is a byaheng Tiaong. You can either ride near the Cathedral or near Ultimart. The fare costs around 20-25 php. No need to worry that you may get lost, just tell the jeepney driver and he will stop over it, since it was in the side of a highway.

Sunshine farm has an entrance fee- it is not actually an entrance fee but a donation. You are going to give 100 php for the donation.

Sunflowers are hardy and ubiquitous, they bloom but there are times it is not their season, so before you miss out this real deal, go and grab it. As what the quotation says “Better to see something than hear about it a thousand times”

After visiting Sunshine Farm, you can go directly to the tunnel of lights. It is also located at Lalig, Tiaong. It’s near so you can walk. But… this is all for now. To know more about the tunnel of lights, wait for my next blog.

Till next time Juanderers!

Our Lady of Sorrows National Shrine is the first church to be declared as a national shrine in Quezon. Many people tend to visit this church because of the miraculous things that happened here. There is a mass held every Friday to devote Our Lady of Sorrows. Pilgrims from different towns or places visits this believing that their wish, hopes and prayers will be answered.

Today is the day to reconcile, do penance and say thanks to our Heavenly Father. Want a place that is solemn yet God-centered? No doubt, it’s Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine.

WHY OUR LADY OF SORROWS SHRINE?

IT’S JUANDER TIME!

The Priests and the Clergies are friendly. We witnessed that some Church people aren’t friendly as we have expected. But in Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine, they are accommodating. They talk like they are friends with you. We filipinos are known to be hospitable. But in Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine, it’s very common to meet someone who is really friendly. When you are offering a prayer, it’s easy to talk to them. You shouldn’t be worried dear.

Being hungry isn’t a problem. We Filipinos are known to easily starve and love eating. In Our Lady of Sorrows it’s not a problem! After the mass, you’ll see tons of food. Such as isaw, kutsinta, spaghetti, palabok amd many more. Starving? I gotchu friend! It’s budget friendly, so if your wallet is light weighted it’s not a problem.

Availability of Activities for your faith. Stressed, depressed?About to lose your faith? No, it’s not a trend here. This church have a lot of activities to gain your faith back. They have summits specially for teens like you. They help winning souls.

A good place to pray, reconcile, do penance, and give thanks. It’s the season to share love, give something to the needy, do penance of the sins you have made. If you want a place to do this, Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine is a perfect place. It’s quietness will help you concentrate with the sins you have made. You cam also give thanks to God. Mary is the mother of God and she can help you reach your prayer up to heaven.

Marian Devotion. “Turumba para sa mahal na Birhen. For those who wants to have a child, to answer their personal prayers, to want to heal their loved ones. You can visit Our Lady of Sorrows of National Shrine.

Other things you can see:

✔️ Jardin ni Maria

✔️Souvenir Shops

How to reach it:

If you are from San Pablo:

You can ride a jeepney going to Dolores, It is near Ultimart and Goldilocks.

Fare: 18-20 php

It’s the season to be jolly, but before it. Together let’s thank God for the wonderful blessings and plot twist in 2018 he have given.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone. Let us not forget Jesus is within us. See you again in another unveiled trouvaille.

See you in another Juander Time

Exhaustion, stressed out, and break down; name it.  It is what most of the individuals are experiencing during these hectic days of our life. What about try to  unwind? Forget the stressors, chill, and laugh. Breathe in some fresh air, calm yourself by the lullaby of nature and devour the freshly made foods. 

Looking for a great place to alleviate? I got you!

IT’S JUANDER TIME!

1st destination: Lukong Valley Farm (Dolores, Quezon)

 Dolores is a 4th class municipality in the province of Quezon. It is a mystical town located at the foot of the well-known mountain, Mount Banahaw. This town is also considered as home of the best street dancers and also famous beacause of the several places that was said to be miraculous.  But little do we know there are some astonishing spots located at this town. Patriculary at one of its barangay, Barangay Pinagdanlayan. 

Last October, my friends and I went to this attraction located at Barangay Piangdanlayan, Dolores, Quezon. 

I have been to this place several times but was still amazed of its naturalist beauty. It has an eye-soothing look that will make you relaxed. 

To get there, my friends and I rode a tricycle that is “byaheng piangdanalayan”. The road is some sort of uphill and humpy. Upon arriving we walked on the rocky  path way and in front of us was a green hill with houses constructed above which is really beautiful (what a nice view). 

There is an entrance fee which is Php 50 which is inexpensive and budget friendly, and good for those who are thrifty. You can pay at their receiving area that can be easily seen after walking down the path way. 

When you roam the place, there are many spots that are instagramable. Good for those who loves taking pictures and for those who loves uploading pictures on instagram. 

If you really want to enjoy the place you can climb the hill through the stairs designated for it. A reminder: there are no handrails on the stairs, so if you are scared of heights, better find a company to be with you. It is not that dangerous beacause the stairs are wide enough to walk on. 

After the arid climbing through the stairs. You will be dazed by the view, for you can see the whole place. It is filled with green hue, the blow of the wind is pressing against your face, and a serene ambiance that will fill your your soul. It can help to replace the negativity inside you and be filled with positivity. 

Most of you will surely starve, but it’s not a problem. They have dining areas and pavilions where you can eat. The price ranges around hundreds, but if you want to thrift you can buy at the Honesty Store, be sure to pay and be honest! (Honesty is the best policy)

Lukong Valley Farm is a great place. The personnels are very accomodating. A must go in the  list for budget friendly travel. If you have time, you can visit it. You will surely not regret it. A trouvaille unlocked.

Till next time! Let’s go to another JUANDER  TIME!

Welcome to my blog!

Groove your tuckered out feet and unleash your inner lakwatsera/lakwatsero as we discover Quezon’s ethereal beauty. 

A 16 year-old girl, juandering around Quezon to showcase its beauty and promotes love for nature. 

Serendipity in wanderlust, that’s  what you’ll feel. So, be with me. Let’s travel.