Asia to Africa Safaris

I have been dreaming of going to an African Safari.  It’s in my bucket list!  I am probably going to make only one trip in my life to Africa so I will make sure I get the BEST experience.   Thanks to A to A for making it easier for everyone to make that dream come true.   I spoke to Jeremy Sy from A to A Safari and he says that they specialize in high end Safari trips but of course they can also organize trips to fit your budget.  As a kid, I always thought of safaris as roughing it out in the middle of nowhere.  And did not realize that there are several luxurious camps that are really really very nice with incredible views and with unique experiences!!! I am looking forward to my African Safari someday!

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Ten years ago, A to A was started by my brother’s friend, Binky Dizon and his partners.  What a great idea!!! They not only service the Philippine market but the whole of Asia!

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Click below to go to their website:

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Since I have never been to a Safari, I have asked permission from my Dad and Mom and their friends to share their recent ( 2009 )  trip to Africa.  They went as a group of friends and they had so much fun.  I also heard that it is a romantic destination for honeymoon couples or just couples in general.  I am sure it will be fun to go as a big family as well though the camps are generally small so if you are a big family, you will probably fill up the whole camp.  I think it would be nice to go as a reasonable size group

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 For more information click below to go to their website

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or contact:

 Jeremy Sy 

Asia to Africa Safaris Ltd

Unit 308 Lapanday Center

2263 Pasong Tamo Extension

Makati City, Philippines 

Website: www.atoasafaris.com 

Email:  Jeremy.sy@atoasafaris.com

Office number : +632 812 2728

Care For the Rare

Rustan’s Season of LightsIt’s time to Care for the Rare. A plush toy of the Philippine’s most endangered wildlife from a collection made exclusively for Rustan’s by Gotta Getta GUND. 

Your GIFT for every P10,000 single-receipt purchase.Promo period : October 15 to December 31, 2011

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I am a cloud rat (Bu-ot), endemic to the forests of the Philippines. I am a nocturnal animal, I live high up on trees and I eat plants. I have small ears, long whiskers, long furry tail and long sharp claws. I am gentle, and my actions are deliberate. Because my movements are measured, I climb well to avoid predators. I survive with gentleness and serenity through extra skills such as this. (Virtue: Adaptable)

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I’m a Philippine Cockatoo (Kalangay), one of the endangered species endemic to the small islands of the Philippine archipelago like Palawan, Tawi-tawi and Masbate. I have a showy chest and a curved bill. I eat seeds, tubers, corms, fruit, flowers and insects. I can mimic the human voice. We can also live for a long time, some of us even live for more than 50 years. Most people say I am charming and sweet! (Virtue: Charm) 

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 I am the Philippine Eagle (Haring Ibon), one of the endangered species endemic to the forests of the Philippines and can be found in four major islands; eastern Luzon, Leyte, and Mindanao. When I choose a mate, I bond for life. Because of my patience and my sharp claws and teeth, I am an excellent hunter and because of that I am on top of the food chain. I fly high without hesitation because I can see from afar.

 

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I am a Mouse Deer (Pilandok), one of the endangered species endemic to the South of Palawan, on Balabac Island. I am about 40 centimeters tall at the shoulder level and am a solitary, nocturnal animal. When I sense danger, I stomp my hind legs to warn my own kind. I can survive on my own and am active during the night. During the day, I just stay put in the forest. I use my wits and survive by being smart.

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I am a Philippine Sea Turtle (pawikan), one of the endangered species endemic to the southwestern part of the Philippine archipelago. Unlike land turtles, I cannot retract my head and limbs under my streamlined shell. I accomplish things on my own but I can manage to eat with groups. I can breathe on land but usually I stay underwater. Most people see me as easygoing, patient, and wise because I live long, move slow, and appear wrinkled. I often symbolize longevity in many cultures. (Virtue: Stable)

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I am a Blue-naped Parrot (Pikoy), endemic to Philppines. I have a strong beak, a broad head, a stout body and my feathers have bright colors. We are highly intelligent. In fact, we may choose to share and give a lot of love and attention when we want to. When you get to know me better, I am trustworthy and loyal to my owner.

 

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I am a Tamaraw, one of the endangered species endemic to the island of Mindoro, Phillippines. I have a compact, heavyset, bovine body, four legs that end in cloven hooves and a small, horned head at the end of a short neck. I am known to be aggressive and fierce when necessary. Contrary to what people commonly believe, I am not a kind of Carabao. I maintain my energy for all those who rely on me.

Virtue : Strong

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I’m a Tarsier (Mamag), one of the endangered species endemic to southeastern part of the Philippine archipelago like Bohol, Samar, and Leyte. I am the smallest species of primate in the world. I am primarily an insectivore, which means I eat insects. I’m usually active and vigilant at night, when I use my huge eyes to hunt for my food in the forest.

 

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I’m a Warty Pig (Baboy Damo), one of endangered species endemic to two of the Visayan Islands in Central Philippines. I am the one of four species of wild pigs that are found only in the Philippines. I am called a warty pig because I have warts on my skin that protect me from danger. Unlike domesticated pigs, which have to be fed, I can live on my own and forage for my own food.

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 I’m a wise whale shark, an endangered specie endemic to the northeastern part of the Philippine archipelago. Some people know me as a butanding. I am the world’s largest fish as I can grow up to 20 meters long! I live for about 70 years, and my specie has been around for over 60 million years! Although I am called a shark, I am very gentle and playful, and I only eat small animals like plankton and krill. (Virtue: Wisdom)

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I’m a bearcat (binturong), endemic to Palawan, Philippines. I can grow up to as much as 1.4 meters. I’ve got ears lined with white fur and I have long white whiskers reaching up to my head. I make chuckling sounds when I’m happy and I make high-pitched screams when I’m annoyed. I love to climb trees and swing from branch to branch using my claws. I use my tail tail to search for food. My joyful actions and sounds make people feel that I am friendly. (Virtue: Friendly) 

 

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Williams Zoo

William takes care of all the pets of Dad and Mom.  He actually built this cage in the garden so the bunnies can roam around better rather than in a small cage.  The kids also get to play with them when they are in the garden 

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Oops even the tortoise is inside with the bunnies :-) 

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Mommy bunny with babies  

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Here is William :-) 

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Oops!!  Even SONIC the hedgehog is inside with the bunnies and tortoise :-)  

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Tortoise :-) 

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The Fable of the Baby Porcupine

Thanks to my cousin, Cat, for sharing this.  I love the baby porcupine photo and love the fable as well which I am sure we can all relate to :-)

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Fable of the porcupine 

It was the coldest winter ever.  Many animals died because of the cold. The porcupines, realizing the situation, decided to group together to keep warm.  This way they covered and protected themselves; but the quills of each one wounded their closest companions.After awhile, they decided to distance themselves one from the other and they began to die, alone  and frozen. So they had to make a choice: either accept the quills of their companions or disappear from the Earth. Wisely, they decided to go back to being together.  They learned to live with the little wounds caused by the close relationship with their companions in order to receive the heat that came from the others. This way they were able to survive.

The best relationship is not the one that brings together perfect people, but when each individual learns to live with the imperfections of others and can admire the other person’s good qualities.

The moral of the story is:  Just learn to live with the Pricks in your life.

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Fish Spa

Dad and Mom told us about this and Javier could not stop nagging them to bring us here!! It’s by the Shops at Four Seasons which is near the Venetian.  It’s an experience you should not miss!

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There are 3 pools with 3 sizes of fish 

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Small 

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Medium 

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Large- takes a bit more courage to do this because they have bigger mouths…. but eventually it is okay

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Locker to put your things 

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Then they give you croc like slippers 

 

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Then they wash your feet first  

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It took us quit some time to get used to it since it was our first time.  Except for Dad and Mom

Funny reactions!  Took them so long before they actually kept their legs steady inside the pool 

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Bonding for us :-)  Dad didn’t join anymore since he said he did it already. hmmmm :-) 

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If you want more fish to go to you, I suggest you go to a pool where you can have the pool to yourself so all the fish will go to you!  You will have more nibblers :-) 

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They also have  massage and reflexology

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Better Dog

Since Shadow arrived in the house, we were suddenly overwhelmed having two dogs in a small living area.  Our friend, Mart, recommended this place, Better Dog, to help us cope.  So we went for a visit last week to find out what services they can offer

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You can buy things for your dog 

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 They have a pet hotel and It was fully booked!! Airconditioned and very clean :-)

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The owners 

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They have a salon for grooming 

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And training 

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James brought the whole household staff!!  So they briefed us on what they can offer to help us 

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We signed up for the Family Dog Program.  They won’t train your dog but they will teach you how to train your dog

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Watch a video on bird Agility by Bradford

 

 I could not believe it when Bradford told me that he has a new pet to train….a FISH!!! who had just arrived

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Click below to go to their website for more information:

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Shadow

We have another baby in the house!!!  

Previous entry:  Our New Baby October 17, 2010 

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We instantly fell in love with him and Javier named him Shadow.  Nino came over to visit Shadow since Nino loves Labradors and has one at home as well

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 I was thinking  of a guard dog for the new house and have been wanting a Labrador. Shadow is 3 months old and is already so big 

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Romeo has been playing with Shadow.  We have to separate them for now because Romeo is quite aggressive..poor Shadow gets tired :-)

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Pets Part 2

After a nice lunch at Hanakazu ( Hanakazu May 26, 2011) , Mom decided to take a peek at the park and pets of Ned and Janet!  

Previous entry:  Super Creative Mom May 9, 2009 

It’s so nice to see it after a long time and how nice it has become! 

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They have ducks roaming around :-) 

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Turtles 

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Even goats!! 

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This is a mommy goat with her baby - she actually gave birth in their home!  

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After the park, we went to their house and visited his pets :-)

Previous entry:  Pets July 30, 2008 

Tortoise 

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Stray kittens which they adopted and took care of 

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Birds! 

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Their Chicken that lays eggs!

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Cockatoo 

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Plenty bunnies :-) 

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More birds 

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This is my favorite!!!!

The hedgehogs!!! 

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And the Iguana that grew so big already! Mom taking photos also!  Quito going around with us

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Ned designs all the cages and habitats of the pets 

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Dogs 

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and motorcycles! Oops! Ned’s favorite pets :-) 

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A vintage one 

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Equus

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