When I was growing up, my brother and I were not exposed on traveling outside the city except summer time where I spent my whole vacation in the province. I like spending time with my cousins especially when we go swimming in the nearby waterfalls. Picking wild fruits in the forest was pretty exciting for me.
On school days, I can't really remember that I attended an educational tour. I only started traveling when I was in college and I learn a lot from it. I believe that acquiring knowledge is not limited in the four corners in the classroom.
Last Valentines Day, I treat my brother and his family for a trip to Manila for 5 days. I shouldered the plane ticket, food, entrance fee to some parks and museum, hotel stay and gave my mom some pocket money. All 6 of them deserve to have a bonding vacation. The pictures here were taken at Museo Pambata in Manila, Philippines.
My brother made it sure that their itinerary was focused for the kids. It was an educational tour for the kids because they went to the museums, Manila Zoo, and travelled to some of the major attractions in the Manila. Well, the adults enjoyed their vacation too.
On school days, I can't really remember that I attended an educational tour. I only started traveling when I was in college and I learn a lot from it. I believe that acquiring knowledge is not limited in the four corners in the classroom.Last Valentines Day, I treat my brother and his family for a trip to Manila for 5 days. I shouldered the plane ticket, food, entrance fee to some parks and museum, hotel stay and gave my mom some pocket money. All 6 of them deserve to have a bonding vacation. The pictures here were taken at Museo Pambata in Manila, Philippines.My brother made it sure that their itinerary was focused for the kids. It was an educational tour for the kids because they went to the museums, Manila Zoo, and travelled to some of the major attractions in the Manila. Well, the adults enjoyed their vacation too. 
These pictures were taken at the Museo Pambata in Metro manila. This museum has 7 theme areas namely: My Body Works, Career Options, Marketplace, Environment, Children in the Global Village, Old Manila, and My Planet Earth. The picture below has a rice planting background, a journey showing the Filipino culture. 
Showcasing the children's "Career Option"...
... a miniature jeepney which is a popular transportation in the Philippines.
Bahay Kubo or Nipa hut... 
I was here 18 years ago and I enjoyed it when I chaperoned my niece in their Educational tour. The hands-on activities stimulates learning and helps the children understand the past, present and future of the world around them. 
My brother chose an Educational Tour to Manila and the kids enjoyed it the most.
These pictures were taken at Museo Pambata which is an interactive museum for children. I was here 18 years ago, whewww...that was a long time.
I talked to my nephews and niece on skype and they have so much stories to tell. I was really glad to see them having fun and learn something on this short vacation.
They went to explore some historical places such as Intramurus at Fort Santiago which is a defense fortress structure in Metro Manila. They also explore the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica which according to my mother, a huge place full of statues, carvings, beautiful portals, with 6 chapels, grand stone arts, and beautiful artistic designs of stained glass windows.
They also went to Enchanted Kingdom and took their favorite rides, shop at Mall of Asia, dine hearty meals and just enjoy the time with the kids. Spending time with family in leisure trips like this is worth it. 
