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Manila Philippines: Pearl Of The Orient

April 11, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Manila Philippines: Pearl Of The Orient

Manila, Philippines is often called the Pearl of the Orient. Like the Oyster whose shell is difficult to break into, so is Manila. If you want to see the pearls of Manila, you will have to pry and dig. Manila has suffered much hardship and many natural disasters. The people have learned to fight as nature is often cruel. Out of the abundance of huge shantytowns, has come beautiful tall skyscrapers. Manila has a brand new world of air-conditioned Malls and high-tech buildings. The roads are full of traffic going nowhere. But Manila is alive and is one of the world’s megacities.

Tourists willing to put in a little effort will find the creative side of this mega city. Art galleries of every kind and music from around the world keep the pulse of this city bursting with life. It has Art markets, coffee shops, and endless small markets run by the people. Manila has it all and it is rightfully called the Pearl of The Orient. For out of this chaos comes life. Excitement is in the air. Adventure is everywhere! There are night markets, morning markets, and street markets …..all waiting to be discovered in Manila Philippines.

Manila is located on Manila Bay in the South China Sea. The bay is fed by the beautiful Pasig River. Manila, being the capital of The Philippines, is a modern mega city made up of six smaller cities and 12 towns. It is both historic and artistic. It is rich and poor. It is modern and archaic. It is Manila!

One extremely popular place is the walled area of Intramuros. Dating back to Spanish Colonial times, it is historic and ancient. It is living history! Here you will find dungeons and rooms to make gunpowder. But Intramuros has another side, it is artistic. Intramuros is loaded with art galleries and museums. It is filled with quaint little shops, parks, and churches. Sidewalk cafes dot the landscape. The night-life is active and fun…..lasting till the rising of the sun. Intramuros is alive!

Manila Philippines is blessed with some of the most romantic hotels. Many of these are on the beach. Step outside and hit the beach. Now that is romance over the top. Manila has some of the nicest beaches in the Philippines. They are just waiting to be discovered. They are waiting for you!

Kokoro Ramenya in Fisher Mall in Quezon City is a fancy Ramen Restaurant. It is one of the most popular Japanese Restaurants in Manila. Located on the bay, it has a relaxing and romantic atmosphere. The restaurant appears spacious with good lighting. Most seem to think that the menu is slightly limited, but the food is excellent. Ramen and Sashimi seem to be house favorites. Most feel the service to be excellent.

Manila Philippines is not the biggest tourist area in the Philippines. It is however loaded with pearls for those who like to seek out the jewels of an area. Make this the visit where you look for pearls, in Manila Philippines. The hotels are modern and quality abounds. Restaurants are varied from awesome small local cafes to High-quality dinner houses. Whatever you are looking for, surely you will find it in Manila Philippines.

Here is our favorite restaurant in Manila.

Pearl Of The Orient

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Durian Fruit Of Southeast Asia

April 8, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Durian Fruit Of Southeast Asia

Durian Fruit is known through-out all of China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and other Southeast Asian Countries, as the “King of Fruits!” It is one of the most beneficial fruits there is in all of Asia. The Durian Fruit is believed to help relieve constipation, bloating, gas, and indigestion. It helps you in prevention of Osteoporosis! The Durian Fruit will give you an excellent nights sleep. It is believed to reduce heart disease and will aid in the maintaining of a healthy blood pressure. Many Doctors say that it helps in the prevention of Cancer, Asthma, and infertility. It is believed to delay premature aging, age spots, and macular degeneration. These are all things that Alternative Medicine uses the Durian plant for. The Chinese, Taiwanese, and Indians use the Durian plant to assist in the prevention and control of these diseases and others. With a list of benefits like this, why would anyone not want to eat one a day?

The many health benefits of this “King of Fruits” come from the Durian Fruits impressive vitamin and minerals. It contains large amounts of Vitamin C, B6, and A. It has impressive amounts of folic acid, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin. It is loaded with minerals like potassium, iron, calcium, and magnesium. You will find large amounts of sodium, zinc, and phosphorus. It is loaded with phytonutrients, water, protein, and beneficial dietary fiber and fat. Even more than the Avocado. One a day would give you everything you needed. So why not rush out and buy a few today?

Many people find that migraines, fatigue, anxiety, and cognitive malfunction become a thing of the past. People who eat it regularly say that Dementia and Alzheimer’s are hardly seen in this group. So wouldn’t it be good to eat it regularly? Many in Asia due just that. It does have one minor problem that has caused it not to be seen in many cafes or restaurants…….it has a slightly stinky odor. But if you can get it past your nose, it is worth the effort!

For those not used to it, the smell is slightly overwhelming! If you can get it past your nose and not gag, the taste is not too bad. Below is the Durian Challenge of the Summer of 2014, when the Explore Traveler Team decided to cut a Durian. Of course we like to choose the youngest member of the team to do our video. It is worth noting that all members of the team are eating of the fruit. He seems to have the most interesting reactions. Enjoy the Durian Fruit Challenge!

https://www.youtube.com/v/apyj0ipfJ9o?fs=1%E2%80%B2%E2%80%B2

So what are you willing to do for good health? Can you eat the King of Fruits? It really is not as bad as it looks! Just think of all the good things it will do for your health! Taiwan invites you to come and to experience the famous Durian Fruit for yourself. It really is a medical miracle in one fruit! Enjoy all Taiwan has to offer and get well while you are here! Now that is awesome! Adventure is waiting in Taiwan. See you there!

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Persimmons: Health Secrets From Taiwan

February 28, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Persimmons: Health Secrets From Taiwan

Persimmons, a major fruit found in Taiwan and most of Southeast Asia, are a powerhouse of nutrition. They are a deep yellow to orange in color and resemble a tomato in shape. They have a very sweet taste and make an excellent desert. They are delicious! They are a delightful treat! They are best fresh, though they are excellent as snacks when dried. If drying, dry slowly on low heat to preserve the vitamins. Most like to dry foods and then put into bags and run through a sealer. That helps them to last longer, than just putting into baggies. Freezing your dried foods also helps to prolong their freshness.

Persimmon leaves also make an excellent tea. Just pick leaves that are untreated and triple wash. Watch the back side of leaf carefully for bugs. Dry in the sun or in any food dryer. Persimmons are extremely delicious and are very good for your health. Persimmon tea is a delight! It is also good mixed with green tea.

Persimmons are excellent for weight loss, as they are high in fiber and have a lot of water content. If working out or doing active yard or house work, eat your persimmon first and then work off the sugar content as energy. The high water content of the fruit will help replenish the water that the body loses in sweat and also curtails sugar cravings.

Persimmons contains Lutein Zeaxanthin which is an Isomer. Isomers are a common Carotenoid alcohol present in nature. They are a superfood for the eyes. These Isomers are helpful in maintaining and improving vision and the general health of the eye. Lutein works on the retina and stops eye related degenerative diseases like Macular Degeneration. It has also been known to prevent the growth of cataracts of the eye.

Persimmons have a high amount of fiber. Fiber provides roughage that the body needs during digestion. It is essential to improving the digestion process. Persimmons also contains a large amount of a nutrient that is believed to protect from free radicals. Free radicals are responsible for all types of cancer. Free radicals are believed by many to not only be responsible for causing cancer, but also premature ageing.

Potassium is an abundant trace metal found in the Persimmon fruit. Potassium helps in regulating optimum blood pressure. Potassium widens the blood vessels and relaxes muscles in the body. It also is considered by many to be an excellent pain reliever for muscle pain. Persimmons are loaded with Potassium. What is there not to love about persimmons? Try one today.

Persimmons will grow in any tropical or subtropical climate. They can also be grown in large pots on the patio. They are an easy tree to grow. Fruit usually appears the fourth or fifth year.

Make persimmons one of the many fruits you discover on this years Taiwan vacation. Set aside a few days to study the many superfruits of this small island and take the wisdom home. For those living in a Northern climate, there are many places that you can order organic dried persimmons. Dried persimmons are an awesome snack. So grab your passport and pack your bag. See you at the Taiwanese fruit market.

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