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Bohol’s Geographical Wonder

April 18, 2018 administrator 5 Comments

Chocolate Hills, it sounds delicious, probably would be a good name for another chocolate brand but this is actually a rare land formation in the Philippines, particularly in the island province of Bohol. Over 1,300 almost identical shaped hills that even science failed to explain the exact phenomena of the famous inedible Chocolate Hills of Bohol. Theories claim that the hills are residues of weathering and sedimentation, or that it was formed from the crevices of the surface of the crust. No one is sure. The name can be explained though since there are two major seasons in the Philippines: sunny and rainy seasons, the hills turn lush green during the rainy season and turn brown during the summer.

What science could not explain, the creative legends of folklore is rather believed. There is a fascinating story behind the hill formation. Filipinos tend to craft stories of origins of almost as everything in the country and the Chocolate Hills are no exception.

The ground where the hills are used to be flat and empty, according to the stories of everyone’s great great great something. Until there were these two giants, where these giants came from, I have no idea. And I did not dare to ask, apparently in ancient times of the Philippines, there are giants and no folklore originality. Going back to the giants, it was said that the two had a heated argument. The version I heard was vague but for your sake, I’d put in details so that you would not feel confused as I was.

The giant from the north, Rob Stark was upset with the giant from the, you guessed, it the south. It was named Jaime Lannister. Lannister had Stark’s father murdered and young Stark was beyond vengeful that he began hurling clumps of soil towards Lannister whom with his one hand began returning the favor towards Stark. They did just that until they had enough–until Stark has gotten it out of his system that whatever he does would not bring Ned Stark back to life. Both Stark and Lannister realized it was pointless to throw hills at each other and that they will have a new but common enemy in the next few seasons. The two giants walked away and the aftermath of the clumsy battle left the people the Chocolate Hills. The legend was basically making sense when it claimed that two large beings were responsible. As all legends make sense if the truth is aligned with fiction.

As of today, these hills are one of the most famous tourist spots in the Philippines along with the smallest monkey, the tarsier can be found in Bohol. My version of the story is another version that you would hear if you visit the province itself. Marvel at the sight of the giants’ battlefield or at the sight of one of the most amazing geographical wonders of the world.

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10 Out of the Mainstream TV Shows You Can Binge Watch As You Travel

April 12, 2018 administrator 7 Comments

There are journey trips that could be spent on sight seeing, peeking through the glass window of the plane, maybe a bus, or even by the railings of a ship; but some trips may take longer than the usual. Here are a few good TV series aside from Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead that could help you pass time.

Timeless, 2016 (NBC)

This show actually got uncancelled, the producers finally saw the potential of this low-key but amazing show. Compelling characters, unfolding plot, and perfected phenomenon of time travelling. The story is about Lucy, Wyatt, and Rufus trying to save the known history from bad people called the Rittenhouse who wants to change the course of the past. The paradox of time travelling has somehow been perfected by Timeless.

2. Sense 8 2015 (Netflix)

Original story from the Wachowski brothers, they have filmed in over twenty countries and thirty cities. This sci-fi TV show is about eight individuals that share each other’s mind and consciousness. The story itself is already an art but its cinematography is the best thing about Sense8. This show developed a collective group of fanbase for its diversity and accurate representation which the smart audience hold dear. Sense8 is action-filled, with humor and genuine emotion on top. Sadly Netflix cancelled it after season 2 but due to the loud cry of the fans in social media particularly on Twitter, the producers were granted one last hurrah for the show. The epic finale is yet to come this year 2018.

3. Orphan Black 2013-2017 (BBC)

Consistent all through out. Yes, it has already ended strong in season 5 but never was there a dull episode or even a moment in Orphan Black, all you need is to watch one episode to give it a try and you will find yourself with the roller coaster of a ride. Created by the masters John Fawcett and Graeme Manson, this show is about a Sarah Manning who witnessed a girl who look exactly like her jump in front of a train and later on took over her life, and unknowingly discovers a major scientific conspiracy about their lives.

4. Altered Carbon 2018 (Netflix)

An ingenious plot that was groomed by a gradual pacing of story-telling, the story is set in the far future where immortality is already within reach. Everyone has a stack located at the back of their necks, it downloads one’s mind and consciousness that even when the body perishes the person could still actually live. Takeshi was revived after centuries of his first death by a billionaire to investigate his own death.

5. The 100 2014 (CW)

This show used to be great. The survival show of CW, it is not your typical post apocalyptic TV series where boy meets girl and another boy it was not that. The 100 (pronounced as The Hundred) was about 100 delinquent and prisoner teens sent off their spaceship to see if the Earth was again habitable after 97 years of nuclear war that destroyed the planet. Only to learn that humankind never really left.

6. Penny Dreadful 2014-2016 (Showtime)

Penny Dreadful is a gothic masterpiece where all the dark classics have been mashed together. From the origins of Dracula to Dorian Gray, this story revolves around Vanessa Ives as a wicked and daunting force of evil is after her whole being. A character-driven story from the brilliant playwright and screenwriter, John Logan. This is not for the weak heart and shallow minds though, Penny Dreadful is dark but weirdly enough a breath of fresh air in the mainstream stories of television today.

7. Gotham 2014 (Fox)

DC has made a good choice about doing a prequel TV series of the Batman, origin stories of everybody in Batman is present. Fox’s Gotham might have strayed from the comics but the showmanship is overall great. With the James “Jim” Gordon as the center character, still a regular detective is on the pursuit of the mastermind behind Thomas and Martha Wayne’s deaths, while grooming young Bruce Wayne to be the dark knight Gotham will eventually need.

8. Black Mirror 2011 (Netflix)

Probably the best anthology you will ever watch, created by Charlie Brooker, Black Mirror is a collection of one shots stories if not revolving around morals and realism, it is about the out of the box ideas about the technology we use and the unending possibilities of it. Black Mirror challenged every aspect of the future with its story telling but still managed to be about the characters rather than the phenomena.

9. Fear the Walking Dead 2015 (AMC)

The sister prequel show to the Walking Dead, it is years younger than the mainstream and original show but it is far different. It revolves around actual family trying to stay together amidst the apocalypse. The show began a bit slow but is getting better the longer it airs, character developments are compelling stories by and by and more zombies appear than ever.

10. Peaky Blinders

A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up in the world.

You can watch these underrated TV shows even when you get to your destination, probably when you got to your home away from home, we can always help you with that. Find a place of your liking here in www.egetinnz.com

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Real People, Real Properties

April 10, 2018 administrator Leave a comment

The Name eGetinnz

What is in a name? Founded and established in 2016, eGetinnz is the newest travel accommodation booking website that is here to help you get closer to the world. e/Get/inn(z) to break it down, e stands for the business and transactions being conducted through the internet (e-commerce). The second breakdown of the brand is merely the certainty of securing and acquiring, with eGetinnz, unavailability is mediocrity, the guest should get what they have came for. Lastly, innz are our pool of properties stored safely in the cloud for our guests to choose from.

Hence, eGetinnz is your choice of accommodation when you travel, providing you smart choice when looking for a home away from yours.

Accommodation For Everyone

eGetinnz can assist everyone, folks from different walk if life. Individual look for a place to conduct business, a family wanting to bond and make memories, or even backpacker bloggers in need of a place to stay at for pleasure, seeking for new experiences. With eGetinnz, qualifying hosts and prioritizing a personal commitment to ensure that the properties listed on the website and social media platforms are legit, that there would be real people welcoming the guests that trusted eGetinnz.

The Difference from Other Websites

What sets eGetinnz apart from other established booking websites is its credibility, it is not only real people, real properties with eGetinnz but also real people, real solutions. The knowledge that we can offer guests that need guidance and advice. Unlike other certain websites with hostile customer service, there are genuine people that will take care of you behind the eGetinnz brand in addition to that there are absolutely no hidden charges with eGetinnz. What is shown on the website on the property of liking, that is surely it. No extra pop-up add-ons, that leave travelers and tourists alike confused and bewildered in other websites.

Decide and reside at a very reasonable price. eGetinnz offers a wide variety of properties that guests can choose from. You can always check for the availability of accommodation here on our website at www.egetinnz.com, live while you can, travel now, and book with us.

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Baler’s Sunrise Beach

March 22, 2018 administrator 2 Comments

Surf more than just than the internet &ride the waves in Baler. With the currents straight from the largest ocean in the globe, Sabang Beach in Aurora has been dubbed as the surfing capital of the Philippines. Many never thought that the hobby and passion for surfing would be possible in a tropical country such as the Philippines although there are other beach spots that could offer strong waves to ride like in Pagudpud in Ilocos but nothing can come close to Baler’s Sabang Beach and with eGetinnz you are already one click closer to Baler, visit our website http://egetinnz.com now.

Why should you go?

It is a natural surfer’s turf. The beach stretches two kilometers long and is enough to make the slope even, the currents mildly strong depending on the weather, the sand (though it is not white) refined, and the high tide lasts longer than other beaches in the country. In addition to that, the waters are flexible in terms of difficulty from professionals, amateurs, and beginners. Bathala really did create Sabang Beach for water loving-adrenaline junkie-adventure seeker wanderers.

Tomorrow begins in the east. Sabang Beach is also called the Sunrise Beach, where Apollo and Poseidon harmonize beautifully. Who would not want to wake up to such beautiful view? Some views are worth getting up in the morning for and some even pushes people to epiphany. Watch tomorrow literally begin in Baler.

Although Baler is the epitome of surfing in the Philippines, there is more to the place. It is filled with history as well; Baler is the birthplace of the country’s second president but legitimately first appointed by the United States of America after the colonization era. Baler Museum has everything to know about Manuel Quezon. The museum also has General Douglas McArthur’s ride back when he used to hang around the northern provinces with his loyal troops.

Trek and hike to the Mother Falls. The magnificent fifty-meter high water falls lures people by its booming sound of cold-fresh water rushing down. Locally known as Ditumabo Falls, it can be accessed via 45-minute or four-kilometer trek. Mother Falls is located in the town of San Luis, Baler and you can always check nearby places where you can stay at https://www.egetinnz.com/s/baler–aurora–philippines/ChIJkzvWeuWmkDMRdblJ7-5YzP0?&guests=1.

Nature’s history. If San Francisco has the oldest red oaks, Baler has the oldest Balete Tree. The centuries-old tree lives up to its name, tourists gather to marvel at its sight. There are myths about the tree, not this certain tree but with Balete trees, it is said to have creatures living by its trunk and branches however the Baler Balete tree is so huge, honestly looks like a portal to the mythical world itself. If you dare to believe in such stories.

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Summer Solstice or Midsummer Celebrations Around the World

May 26, 2017 administrator 9 Comments

The Summer Solstice or midsummer as it’s also known happens twice a year. Once in the northern hemisphere and once in the southern hemisphere when the sun reaches its highest position in the sky. This occurs when a planet’s rotational axis is most inclined toward the star that it orbits.

The summer solstice occurs between June 20 and June 22 in the northern hemisphere and between December 20 and December 23 in the southern hemisphere. This year the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere will occur on June 21 and on December 22 in the southern hemisphere.

Midsummer celebrations around the world

Stonehenge Wiltshire, England
The summer solstice in Stonehenge is perhaps the biggest and most famous celebration of midsummer, where around 12,000 people gather to watch the sun rise above the Heel Stone.

Austria

In Austria, summer solstice is celebrated each year with a 90-minute procession of up to 30 ships down the Danube River as fireworks are shot from the banks and hill tops while bonfires and the vineyards are lit up.

Finland

To celebrate midsummer, many workplaces and shops in Finland close their doors at noon. Many Finns leave the cities and spend time in the countryside. Many music festivals are also organized as a celebration of midsummer.

Ireland

Ireland has ‘Midsummer Carnivals’ with fairs, concerts and fireworks either on or on the weekend nearest to Midsummer. This tradition associated with St. John’s Night is also celebrated by lighting up bonfires on hilltops.

Iran

Iran has the Tiregān and Gilaki Bal Nowrooz festivals which are related to midsummer. Lighting the fire, thanking God for the blessings and crops, and praying for the peace of the souls of the dead are part of the ancient Iranian tradition.

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Russia

In Russia, they have Ivan Kupala Day to celebrate midsummer. The holiday is associated with water and fertility. Some old folk traditions are practiced on this day – young girls float flower garlands on rivers and attempt to tell their fortunes from the movement or boys and girls jump over bonfires to test the strength of their relationship — if they don’t hold hands for the entire jump, the couple is predicted to separate.

Sweden

Midsummer in Sweden is celebrated for two days. This most important holiday on the Swedish calendar is celebrated with the traditional, flower-festooned maypole.

United States

In US, events such as local festivals featuring art or music; environmental awareness activities that focus on using natural sunlight as a source of energy; and family gatherings are held in observance of the summer solstice.

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