Travel Photos & Musings By Nathan W. Allen
I was on a challenging (but beautiful) motorbike ride through the massive region of Samar, Philippines. I wanted to stop by Calbayog, because I read there were 2 beautiful waterfalls in the mountains there. Bangon Falls looked pretty nice, but I was really interested in photographing majestic Tarangban further up the trail. Anyway, here’s my...
Single people ache for marriage Married people, to be single Poor people want the luxuries of the rich The rich, the simplicity of the poor Light skinned long for dark Dark skinned long for light The jobless hurt for work The working despise the jobs they have Young people can’t wait to age While the...
By Nathan Allen Guess where this pic was taken…Vietnam? Thailand? Bahamas? Philippines? Nope. It was taken in the U.S.A.!! No, it’s not April Fool’s Day – it’s July 4th, my home country’s birthday! I chose this photo to represent how diverse the U.S. really is. Some people always had a sense of patriotism growing up,...
“Nathan, why do you like the Philippines so much?” Scratching their heads, many Filipinos have asked me this question. Sometimes it seems what they actually mean is how could you love the Philippines so much? How is it possible for an American to love such a “broken” and corrupt country? Well, it is possible, and...
Remembering Mr. Wilson… “A good teacher is like a candle – it consumes itself to light the way for others” – Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Walking down the empty hall by my niece’s classroom today, I couldn’t help but think back to my own time in school. I was suddenly hit with the realization that the...
While on a trip around Romblon Island in the Philippines, I made friends with an animated Italian expat in Romblon town. He insisted that we check out a place on the southern end of the island. I’m glad we did, there were some fascinating coral reefs and underwater caves! Here’s my Agpanabat Turtle Sanctuary review…...
I’m not sure why, but somehow I always pictured Leyte as kind of boring…and flat. Instead, as my flight from Cebu prepared for landing in Tacloban, I was shocked to see beautiful, mountainous terrain out the window! Add to that coconut-tree lined white-sand beaches, and you see why my excitement really began to grow…follow along...
That’s Arnold Schwarzenegger on his very first visit to New York in 1968. It’s the face of a recent immigrant to the U.S. – one who sees nothing but unlimited possibilities before him…and somebody who fully explored those possibilities as he made the transition from professional athlete, to movie star, to best-selling author, to Governor...
There’s no better way to experience today’s global culture than a Singapore Street Photography session. For instance, in the “Lion City” you’ll find a vibrant mix of tradition and activities…where the past and the present collide in spectacular fashion. I hit the streets to see what I can capture with my little Ricoh GR II… ...
My Karen’s Kitchen’s review has been a long time coming. This place is a real treat for the senses. From the second you step through the doorway, you feel you have somehow left Manila behind. The decor is bright, cheery, and charming. The dessert case will mesmerize you, and if you’re able to get past...