The overlooking of the Taal Volcano and the cool breeze throughout the year are some of the reasons why there are many Tagaytay homes for sale in the famous city. Apart from beautiful homes situated all over the city, Tagaytay is also known for its array of fine restaurants, which will absolutely satisfy everyone’s palate. 

Tagaytay City is flocked by various tourists (both locally and internationally) not only because of its breathtaking view and delectable dishes, but also because of the captivating churches that can be found in the city. As the Holy Week is nearly approaching, surely, many Catholics are already planning where they will do their Visita Iglesia. Why not consider in the city of Tagaytay? Listed below are some of the best churches to visit this Lenten season.

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church 

Location: Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church is known for its beautiful interior characterized by high ceiling, yellow-lighted chandeliers, and big white wall. The church is run by the Capuchin, Order of Franciscan Minors. The visitors can offer their prayers in the grotto outside the church. Beside the grotto is the candle chapel, which has different kinds of candle that you can choose from. The color-coded candles can be used for a specific prayer (e.g. lavender for spiritual guidance). Moreover, the church has two life-sized statues of the saints: Francis of Asisi and Padre Pio.

Pink Sisters Convent 

Location: Brgy. Maitim 2nd, East, Tagaytay City 

Pink Sisters Convent is one of the Catholic Monasteries in Tagaytay City that was founded by German priest Blessed Arnold Janssen. The church was established to support by prayers and sacrifice the first two missionary foundations he established before. 

The church got its name because the nuns who are keeping a prayerful vigil 24/7 wear pink-colored habits, a color that symbolizes joy. They take turns to adore the Blessed Sacrament, seven days a week. Visitors can pray at Pink Sisters for any intentions that they have. On the other hand, they can also ask the Pink Sisters to do the praying for them. Guests can write his or her petition in a piece of paper and put in an envelope. Any amount of donation that goes with the requested petition is highly appreciated.

Tip: Make sure to refrain from doing unnecessary noise since the place is kept solemn.

San Antonio de Padua

Location: Silang, Cavite 

Apart from being a popular wedding destination, San Antonio de Padua Church is also a good choice to include in your Visita Iglesia. The interior of this church is characterized by an intricate pattern of dark greens, oranges, and reds and marble floors. Meanwhile, the exterior of the church has two similar brick structures, the other brick as San Antonio de Padua’s bell tower. The landscape of the church is also breath-taking since it is well manicured by the caretakers. 

These are some of the many churches that you can visit in Tagaytay City. Since the Lenten Season is coincidentally happens during summer, it might be a great choice to do your yearly Visita Iglesia in the cool city of Tagaytay. 

Laurel Santos is a 24 year old grown up woman whose kid at heart. She lives in the city and works as a freelance photographer. She also manages a small pet shop inside their village. She loves traveling so much because she believes that one should not just die staying in without exploring the world. She got a big heart for animals especially those stray dogs. Despite her busy schedule she always finds time to do one thing that she is very passionate about which is writing.

Everyone loves to go on vacations to escape the stress and pressure they feel from their daily lives. People from Metro Manila are most especially keen on taking on trips to escape the city even for a little while. Obviously, there are only several places they can go to that will not consume too much time or effort. 

Tagaytay is one of these places. In fact, it is being considered as a top (summer) destination in the Philippines. Numerous individuals end up loving it so much that they decide to purchase a Tagaytay home for sale so they can have a getaway place to go to. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford the luxury of buying one. However, they can still enjoy the many sights the place can offer.

Here are a few things you can do and places you can visit while in Tagaytay:

Fun Times at Sky Ranch Theme Park

One of the most popular attractions in Tagaytay today is the Sky Ranch Theme Park. It is situated close to Taal Vista Hotel and stands across the street from Casino Filipino. It has several rides your whole family can enjoy, including the Super Viking ride, a carousel, and a Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel is being considered as the tallest Ferris wheel in the country as it stands at 207 feet tall.

The Adventure-filled Tagaytay Picnic Grove

Tagaytay has many recreational venues that you can visit. Tagaytay Picnic Grove is one of them. The place is very ideal for family get-togethers for it has many open-air cottages that they can use to have picnic at. By then, they can sit back, relax, and watch the amazing view of the Taal Volcano or they can also look for other activities to do. They won’t have to look far because the vicinity offers a number of them. You can go on a horseback ride as well as attempt to zipline across the luscious green hills in the area.

Thailand has become a hotspot for travelers. After all, there is a ton of amazing things to do, whether you are old and young. It’s no wonder it makes people’s bucket list as a must-do before they die. However, a lot of people are unsure whether or not they should go to Thailand for a holiday. Therefore, here are three top reasons why Thailand should be on your radar for travels during 2017.

It has amazing cities

Most people have heard of Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok. And no wonder as the vibrant city has so much to see and do. As well as beautiful temples, you can expect shops and restaurants aplenty. And not only this, but it’s also got an amazing nightlife. You can expect to find locals and tourists galore on the vibrant streets during the night. And with amazing bars and clubs, it’s no wonder people head to the capital city. But as well as Bangkok, several other cities are worth visiting if you are in Thailand. Chiang Mai is one that’s worth going to if history is your thing. With religious temples galore and beautiful mountain areas, it’s definitely worth checking out. And if relaxing is what you're after from the trip, Pattaya is the best place to go as it’s got a ton of beautiful beaches that you need to see! In fact, you will spend days sunbathing on the glorious beaches here. And the upmarket area has shopping malls, as well as lively casinos to go to when the sun sets in the area!

It has great opportunities 

When you go to Thailand for a holiday, there is a lot to do during your trip. It’s definitely not going to be a boring holiday where you sit around for days. You can try everything from watersports to hiking while you are in the country. And if you fancy helping the locals, you could even volunteer in Thailand. Helping some little ones learn some basic English or even helping at a local animal sanctuary will ensure you have a trip you never forget. And you could even learn some of the language while you are in the country. Ask in the area for a local tutor who can teach you the basics so that you come back speaking some of the language!

You won’t spend a fortune on the trip 

Another reason why people are adding Thailand to their must-do list is because it’s so cheap. You can get a hotel for a reasonable price for a couple of weeks. And transport is cheap too while you are in the country. As for food, you can expect to only spend a couple of dollars! And you will get a great deal when exchanging your dollars for Thai baht. Therefore, you can have a fantastic trip without spending a small fortune! 

And remember to be adventurous when it comes to food. You need to try all the delicious food on offer. Therefore, don’t be afraid to try food from the street markets if you want to find something a bit different that will tickle your tastebuds.