Sounds Archive | 7641 Islands of the Philippines https://7641islands.ph 7641 Islands of the Philippines Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:24:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.10 Adventure https://7641islands.ph/sounds/adventure/ Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:00:55 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=3259 From the mystic mountains of Kalinga, to the untamed shores of Camotes Island, and the soothing airspace of Nueva Vizcaya — come take a ride with us and discover why traveling is the best thing you can do for you. On this road trip we’ll meet Violet Lucasi of the International Flying Education Center, whose … Continue reading Adventure →

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]]> From the mystic mountains of Kalinga, to the untamed shores of Camotes Island, and the soothing airspace of Nueva Vizcaya — come take a ride with us and discover why traveling is the best thing you can do for you.

On this road trip we’ll meet Violet Lucasi of the International Flying Education Center, whose life did a 180 after discovering paragliding; and triathlon coach Ige Lopez, who scaled 34 of the Philippines’ highest peaks and gives us the low-down on preparing for anything in the great wide open.

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]]> Identity https://7641islands.ph/sounds/identity/ Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:58:15 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=3260 What makes one a Filipino? Join us on this quest of self-discovery with guests who’ve proudly carried the flag internationally. We’ll disembark with world-renowned National Artist for Cinema Kidlat Tahimik who grew up in Baguio and was instrumental in turning the City of Pines into an artists’ hub. Then, we’ll meet bemedalled, record-holding para-athlete Arnold … Continue reading Identity →

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]]> What makes one a Filipino? Join us on this quest of self-discovery with guests who’ve proudly carried the flag internationally.

We’ll disembark with world-renowned National Artist for Cinema Kidlat Tahimik who grew up in Baguio and was instrumental in turning the City of Pines into an artists’ hub. Then, we’ll meet bemedalled, record-holding para-athlete Arnold Balais who faced the challenge of a lifetime climbing Mt. Apo in Davao in crutches, but it also propelled him to become an inspiration for many.

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]]> Fiestas https://7641islands.ph/sounds/fiestas/ Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:57:07 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=3261 Absolutely no one comes home from a fiesta without a smile on their face, like British marine biologist Olly McGuinness who, at the Masskara Festival in Bacolod, found his biggest treasure. And nothing can stop Filipinos from having a party, not even a pandemic, as Camiguin tourism officer Candice Borromeo would attest. They pushed through … Continue reading Fiestas →

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]]> Absolutely no one comes home from a fiesta without a smile on their face, like British marine biologist Olly McGuinness who, at the Masskara Festival in Bacolod, found his biggest treasure. And nothing can stop Filipinos from having a party, not even a pandemic, as Camiguin tourism officer Candice Borromeo would attest. They pushed through with the Lanzones Festival online to keep everyone’s spirits up and this years-long tradition alive.

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]]> Rhythm of the Islands https://7641islands.ph/sounds/rhythm-of-the-islands/ Mon, 09 May 2022 20:00:51 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=3583 Ethnomusicologist Dr. Fe Prudente takes the audience to various destinations through unique traditional musical practices. She narrates her journey from South Cotobato – where music imitates life; to poetic battles in Quezon Province; lullabies for the afterlife in Cuyo Island; a musical welcome for newborns in Kalinga; and the singers of Laji in Batanes. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Rhythm of the Islands →

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]]> Ethnomusicologist Dr. Fe Prudente takes the audience to various destinations through unique traditional musical practices. She narrates her journey from South Cotobato – where music imitates life; to poetic battles in Quezon Province; lullabies for the afterlife in Cuyo Island; a musical welcome for newborns in Kalinga; and the singers of Laji in Batanes. Meanwhile, Nim Laquian of the band Pawikan guides us through homey dives and packed music bars to find the music of the night in the city that never sleeps – Manila.

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]]> Farm and Food https://7641islands.ph/sounds/farm-and-food/ Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:23:39 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=3586 In this episode, take a culinary voyage through Cordillera, Baguio, Isabela, Tuguegarao and more to discover the uniqueness of the Philippines through food and agri-tourism. Meanwhile, siblings Nikole and Nisha Alicer of Kalipayan Natural Farm and Restaurant have created an emerging foodie destination that proves sustainable agri-tourism can benefit farmers, tourism, and the environment all … Continue reading Farm and Food →

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]]> In this episode, take a culinary voyage through Cordillera, Baguio, Isabela, Tuguegarao and more to discover the uniqueness of the Philippines through food and agri-tourism. Meanwhile, siblings Nikole and Nisha Alicer of Kalipayan Natural Farm and Restaurant have created an emerging foodie destination that proves sustainable agri-tourism can benefit farmers, tourism, and the environment all at the same time.

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]]> Escape: Stories from the Road https://7641islands.ph/sounds/escape-stories-from-the-road/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:25:48 +0000 https://www.7641islands.ph/?post_type=sounds&p=2740 The Department of Tourism presents its first ever podcast Escape: Stories from the Road. Join Aaron Palabyab as he takes you on a journey through some amazing destinations in the Philippines with this limited time series. Every episode we feature voyagers with life-changing adventures who shared their stories with us in the hopes of inspiring … Continue reading Escape: Stories from the Road →

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]]> The Department of Tourism presents its first ever podcast Escape: Stories from the Road.

Join Aaron Palabyab as he takes you on a journey through some amazing destinations in the Philippines with this limited time series.

Every episode we feature voyagers with life-changing adventures who shared their stories with us in the hopes of inspiring you guys to start your own quest for adventure!

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