Summer Wanderlust at Tondol Beach

What to do with one of the longest holiday of the year?.. Its time for family bonding, home bumming and beach swimming?! yay. I was longing to go to this beach. I invited friends to come along but they also want to spend their time with their family. I really really want to go there. I’ve read blogs, reviews and articles just to make sure I can go there with much knowledge and readiness all by myself. I am blessed to have the coolest mom because she made a decision to come with me with the whole family..and that made all of us so excited.

The entry way that will welcome you when you get there. When I saw this nabura pagod ko sa byahe. wow Lord.. :)

We arrived there around 1pm and its 'low tide'. Just in time to witness the splendor of the white sand beach. Onti nalng Maldives na! haha.
I got so excited to take pictures! (may kasama pang nginig sa sobrang excitement. haha..) My younger brothers nagpalit agad ng pang langoy. Ang sarap tumapak at tumakbo sa sobrang pino at lambot na sand.

My youngest and uber bibbo brother, Rainer. :)

The photos are quite overexposed and I'm also overexposed under the sun! The skies were clear..salong salo mo yung init. Thanks to my sister who manage to re-apply sunblock maya't maya. 

First photo taken with my lovely sister, Wilt. We set the camera on timer so we can freely move naturally. 

"Be still and know that I am God" -Psalm 46:10. I found rest in His presence. As I watched the calming view and listen to soft waves hitting the shore..God reminded me to trust Him more completely. He made the beach so beautiful, detailed in every way and crafted it excellently. How much more our life? Let Him take over.

Watching the sunset is overwhelming. This natural wonder is just a glimpse of God's awesomeness. Taking this photo while riding on a boat with calm waters and misty wind calms my soul. 

We hopped on the island near the beach to witness the sunset more intimately. Of course, its also time to get photo opportunities. This silhouette is my sister. 

We rented a place facing the beach called Star Inn. The room rates are from 700-2,500 php per nyt. Rooms are similar to apartment type we normally see.We stayed 2 days and a night. Mejo bitin pero ok parin because we are required to make the most of it. (walang pahingang pag-explore at walng humpay na dora mode..haha). What I love about the beach? wala masyadong tao..hindi crowded like mainstream beaches na kailangan mo pang manghawi ng tao to get pictures.haha; Tahimik, spell unwind? wala masyadong nagpapatugtog ng mga party songs..chill na chill lang. Hospitable people, parang lahat ng nakakasalubong ko na taga doon palangiti?..hehe. My sister's boyfriend got stung by a huge jellyfish. Manang cooking near the shore gave him first aid agad, may kasama pang lecture at sermon na tunog nanay ng very light. The cons of the beach? Since its not yet fully developed, may mga part ng beach na maraming halamang dagat na nakakalat sa pampang. Water source, madaming mga suking tindihan dun pero hindi ko trip yung lasa ng tubig nila. Safer siguro mag softdrinks ka na lang or better magbaon ng gallons of distilled water. Wala pa masyadong restaurants and hang-out place. And lastly..ang LAYO. haha..

Will I go back? Absolutely yes! ^_^

How to get there:
It took us 6-8 hours to get there. Excluded the hours we waited for the Bus going to Alaminos.
Take Victory Liner (Cubao) byaheng Alaminos -ticket rate 393php aircon. Isang stop over lang sa Victory Liner (Tarlac). After long hours of sleep, butt burning travel time and endless view of wide rice fields mala-Farm Ville, you will reach the Alaminos bound (where the trip to Alaminos bus ends). From there, take a walk to find a jeepney going to Anda. Pwede magtanong-tanong, libre. Wag lang papa-uto sa mga tricycle drivers na willing to help ang peg pero hindi naman talaga. Haha. Instead, ask vendors or better security guards or mga tanod. Keep walking forward until you reach Alaminos Auditorium.  Dun ang sakayan ng jeep going to Anda. Then from Anda take a tricycle going to Tondol Beach. (Jeep fare 50 plus php tas tricycle 30 each). 9pax kami, much better and efficient to rent a jeep ‘til Tondol beach. 1k plus lang balikan plus you have the assurance na may masasakyan ka pabalik to Alaminos.

What you need:
Eagerness to experience new things
Excitement that never ends
Expectant heart to catch what God will reveal to you

Finding this awesome beach with a bunch of unfailing smiles, unlimited excitement and unforgettable experience with my most beloved family makes the trip full package summer wanderlust.


God made this beach so awesome and amazing how much more your life?
Life is not about finding yourself, its creating yourself. -Oscar Wilde
always remember to create oneself into His image.
^_^

Top 10 Must-Have Camera Apps for FREE

Summer is here and its the happiest season to capture every shared moments under the sun. Make treasures that will last for a lifetime with these camera apps for FREE. Enjoy. ^_^

1. Instagram

It is one of the main reason why I bought Whitey. No wonder why it is the top ranking camera app around the globe with having more than 15 million happy users. It allows you to take pictures instantly with filter presets you can choose from and instantly share it to your social networking sites like twitter and facebook.
Let's share picture together on instagram just follow mawexistence. :)

2. Leme Cam

This app sadly refrains me from using my Holga film camera. It  surprisingly pushes me back to take more pictures everyday!
Film photography is an expensive hobby, but with this you can freely take pictures unlimited. No need to worry about buying films and the post process of developing it because its digital. It like having 8-in-1 film camera app. You can choose from Light Leak, Lemeleme Classic, Action4, Super4, Double Exposure, Fisheye, Tilt Shift, Color Flash with their respective lenses and different frames. All toy cameras in one app. Awesome.

3. Vintage Camera

If you feel like taking nostalgic photos then this app is for you. Vintage Camera app has been downloaded by more than million users. This app is my favorite when I feel like taking photos mala-"almost famous" ang peg, very 70's and hippie. 

4. Hubba Hubba

Feeling old-fashioned? Create different characters of your friends. Gussy yourself up like WHM (Whalen,Hennig & Merritt) creative style. Make new characters and identity by putting mustache, geeky glasses,bow ties, hats and other accessories available that will matched their style to their pictures and finished up with their provided title captions you can choose from.

5.Pixlr-o-matic

An app that makes fantastic processed photos. If you are not skilled with Photoshop or editing photos, then this is your tool for creating spectacular images. This fun and simple darkroom app makes it easy to add an effect, overlay and border to get that retro, grunge, clean or stylish look..move in 3 snaps!
Go try it online and make your new profile pic. 

6. Color Splash

Let your favorite color stand out in every picture you take. Convert to black and white then highlight the spots you want to bring out its detailed colors. Simple and interesting.

7. Camera Awesome

Camera Awesome takes your photos to the next level by shooting fast and taking sharper, better-exposed shots. Make your memories come to life with stunning professional effects.

8. Camera 360 Ultimate
Get a new fresh experience turning ordinary images to an amazing photo. Camera 360 is a world’s favorite application software for mobile photo photography, it will let your photo taken by mobile photo more charming, interesting and funny. 

9. CineCam (video)If you love film videography, this app will make you do number of flicks in a day. Filled with features you need from lens, filters and other effects that will turn ordinary videos cinema worthy. Try filming a spoof of your favorite action movie lines.

10. Kinotopic (cinemagraphs)
Another popular camera app that will drool you over. Kinotopic lets you create cinemagraphs or "kinos" in which a minor and repeated movement occurs in an image. See samples here.

I haven't mentioned Incredibooth to the top 10 because its no longer free.This app is a quick memory snapper!
To catch more free apps on limited time offers, always get updates from the App Store.

Hope you enjoy these apps and make the most of it. 

Happy shooting!
^_^

Wanderlust Emotions

Play the track and allow your mind to flow.
  Come With Me by SUMMER HEART

This track triggers my whimsical feeling strongly and irresistibly. It awakens my impulse to go to places I've never been yet and see what more life has to offer..to go somewhere and be inspired with all the marvelous work of His hands.

Dig in to your deepest blissful momentum and imagine traveling to your wishful destination.

I want to impart influence, create a new optimistic perspective and enjoy living in freedom and share the joy in my heart with people I haven't known yet. In return, you'll define your purpose and find true peace and meet life's satisfaction.

Let's celebrate our uniqueness and existence.. ^_^