JP Ordona

JP Ordona leads Manilakad Walks in Intramuros, Binondo, Quiapo, and more. In between, he writes, climbs, and dives.

Kalinga: Bastion of bravery, cradle of craftsmanship

Kalinga means headhunter or fighter in Ibanag or Gaddang. Although the fierce name has no ethnic basis, the people of Kalinga  (y’Kalinga) have come to accept it. Tall in stature,...

Sarangani: Surging toward township

On a road trip to Lake Sebu in South Cotabato years back, I noticed a change in language intonation when I was in GenSan or General Santos.

Like a staycay everyday

Everybody dreams of living by the sea. Fresh air connects man with nature. It is pure luxury to be in this environment especially in a congested city. One never gets...

Finding architectural prowess and healing in Ifugao

Ifugao, when translated, means people of the hills. Their province, also called Ifugao, is famous for the town of Banaue which, together with Batad, Mayoyao, Hapao-Hungduan, and...

How the Nlex Connector Road can help motorists

A drive from Malolos, Bulacan to Talisay, Batangas used to take three to four hours. With the imminent opening of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Connector Road, the traveling time...

62 Icons: Milestone in Furniture Design from the Vitra Design Museum

Hot seats for the elite "You're sitting on a work of art," quipped an interior designer to his guests. He was referring to the...

Live and love the lush life

Lush may rhyme with rush but one doesn't have to rush through life. There is a difference between moving fast and rushing. When you rush, you sacrifice thoughtfulness. In this...

Sustainable tourism:The role of tourism in the growth and development of a country

"Don't step on the coral," a Norwegian girl berated me. Loving nature entails being aware of one's behavior toward it. Initially, I took offense at the admonition...

Merrymaking to the max: The Misamisnon way!

People make places. When I was invited to join a tour in Misamis Occidental (Mis.Occ.), I had moderate expectations. Even though my mother was from Northern Mindanao...

NLEX Humans Of The North: Celebrating the Northern Culture and Spirit

“Let's go to the beach!” my cousins would blurt out. As the youngest male cousin of our brood, I was thrilled. Childhood summers were spent in Bauang, La Union. Bauang...

Ready to study? Ready to learn? (Green 2 Residences – Dasmariñas, Cavite)

Wanted: Boarders That was the sign some of my province-based classmates looked for before they enrolled in a Manila university. I never stayed in a student dormitory...

New life, good life (Spring Residences, Bicutan, Parañaque)

Experience new beginnings with your loved ones in an accessible master-planned community. Young professionals and startup families would benefit from the hyper-connectivity with many transportation infrastructures. Hyper-connected

JP Ordona

JP Ordona leads Manilakad Walks in Intramuros, Binondo, Quiapo, and more. In between, he writes, climbs, and dives.

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Manila attracts global data center investors

Manila continues to be an attractive destination for global data center investors amid digitalization, according to a report by Cushman and Wakefield.

NHMFC, Biñan City LGU and Baque Corporation kickstart 4PH in Southern Tagalog Region

The National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Baque Corporation in collaboration with the Local Government...

The Grand Midori Ortigas tower 2 showcases a harmony of elements

Discover a new way of living in the city where you can find harmony and balance as you pursue your life goals....

Why you should consider living in a township

The trend of building townships or master planned communities which embody the live, play, work lifestyle, has been a trend among the...

Making It Happen: “Rooftop Revolution” in Ph

A blessing. That is how I consider every opportunity to share ideas with movers and shakers of Philippine society....