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WYNNA commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Balicasag Island 2 weeks, 6 days ago
Hi Elmer @bedouindreamer! it’s been awhile since I updated with the site. We went back to Balicasag yesterday and it was more fun because the sun wasn’t around, the sky is cloudy too. I enjoyed snorkeling without […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, 10 “Must” Things to Do on Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Thanks for your comment @Kyu. I would suggest you get your certification before you go to Balicasag. I am not too trusting about resorts doing certifications as they tend to skip some of the safety protocols in […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, What Our Sayings Say About Us: Expressions Around the World 2 months, 1 week ago
Growing up in Sydney as a second generation immigrant I was exposed to and have used the local expressions like:
“Back of Bourke” – situated or come from a remote location, referring to Australian outback
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Elmer Cruz wrote a new post, Diving at Night with Elmer Cruz 2 months, 1 week ago
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Tips on investing in your first SCUBA diving gear 2 months, 1 week ago
Good to hear from you Jill. Renting is a good option and it gets you familiar with different brands and models. Just make sure that you get the gear from credible sources and check the condition. I’ve had a near […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Balicasag Island 2 months, 1 week ago
Beautiful place. I never get tired of going there. Great photos Wynna.. Here’s a video of my dive in Balicasag last year to get you more convinced at diving. http://youtu.be/HpLatUDql4Q
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WYNNA commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Siquijor 2 months, 1 week ago
@bedouindreamer: wee! i need to save up real fast then. i’ll PM you once i sum up the courage to face the deep waters.
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Siquijor 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Hey WYNNA. No problem with adoption. You can stay with us during your dive certification. You have tomdomit this year because I am moving back to Sydney next year!
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WYNNA commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Siquijor 2 months, 2 weeks ago
@jenstravels: yes, thanks for the info jen. i’ve already learned my lesson so I always put sunblock an hour before venturing out in the open. i dont want to hurt myself and the marine life as well.:)
<a href='http://www.gearupandplay.com/members/bedouindreamer/' […]
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Elmer Cruz wrote a new post, Tips on investing in your first SCUBA diving gear 2 months, 2 weeks ago
One of the reasons why people are reluctant to get into SCUBA diving is the cost of the equipment. This was one of my fears and it kept me at bay from even doing an intro dive for more than 10 years, knowing that […]
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Elmer Cruz in the forum topic Scuba – Round the World Adventures Theme for August in the group Round the World Adventures #RTWA
One stop shop for scuba diving information. A must site to visit for newbies and enthusiasts!
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Elmer Cruz in the forum topic What’s the Best Camera for traveling light? in the group Travel Photography
I am now obsessing on the new Samsung Galaxy Camera. I think I am now addicted to cameras. I just bought a Canon 7D setup last Feb with 15-85mm kit, 100-400 4.0 IS, 8-20mm wide angle with fisheye…I might need […]
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Elmer Cruz wrote on Jennifer Choban's Wall
Question about Holy Week in the Philippines? Twice on Friday in conversations about Holy Week, I was told that in the Philippines they use real nails in their reenactments of the crucifixion. Is this true?
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Going to Thailand? Don’t Miss Sukhothai! 2 months, 2 weeks ago
I know what you mean about the scams. I was a victim last time i was in Bangkok. We wanted to visit the grand temple but were told that it was closed because of some Buddhist celebration. It was so believable […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Snorkeling is Fun in Siquijor 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Hey Wynna I can help you with your first certification for scuba diving if you like. My instructor can teach you and you can pay installment. But you have to come to Manila for a week. 2 days pool session and […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Passover and the Joke of Destiny 2 months, 3 weeks ago
The irony is just so true isn’t it? You have to experience and relive being a slave to realize and value your freedom. Kids today need to learn this amidst everything that is just a click or a tap away.
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, 5 Tips to Make Your Business Trip Pleasurable 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Hi Sonia, thanks for the comment. It’s really quite challenging to move back from Sydney to Manila. Culture shock and all, but you need to have a lot of patience and appreciate the place for what it is and what it […]
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Elmer Cruz commented on the post, Four Favorite Pieces of Cheap, Simple, Indispensable Travel Gear 3 months ago · updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
In feel so spoiled now with all my travel gear
. The cheapest thing I own that would qualify would be my packing organizer. They’re cubes of various sizes made of polyester or nylon where I conveniently […]-
Jennifer Choban
Wow, Elmer. You might find me and my packing really scary
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Elmer Cruz
Wahahahahahaha i’d like to know, just for the fun of it!
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Elmer Cruz wrote a new post, 5 Tips to Make Your Business Trip Pleasurable 3 months ago
2013 is the year of itchy feet for me! Itchy not because I’ve got some embarrassing disease or hormonal imbalance or, worse, unhygienic practices, NO!!! Itchy because the travel bug has bitten me and since the […]
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its not popularly practiced but in some areas they do. There is a province in Central Luzon (one of the main islands) that is quite famous (infamous?) for using real nails. However, on a general note these practices during holy week is not as popular as it used to be, as even some sectors of the Catholic church is opposing. It’s still a gory…[Read more]