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You Will Definitely Leave Your Heart in San Francisco

The song "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" tells of someone who fell in love in this city but had to leave. Thus, leaving his love in San Francisco. But to most people, the city is easy to fall in love with. Its ambience and people are things to be cherished. Despite the hectic pace of the city, San Francisco is definitely a go-to place in America.

The Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge are two of the main entry points to the city from the different cities in the Bay Area (places bounded by the San Francisco Bay). But the Golden Gate Bridge is the icon that is identifiable to San Francisco. A photo with the said bridge on the background is a must.

The Market Street is on famous street in San Francisco which leads to the Fisherman's Wharf. Other San Francisco streets are as picturesque as the others. The long and winding roads of the city add personality. The streets are well planned that you will appreciate every nook and cranny there is to explore.

The Union Square is one area where you can find the best hotels in the city as well as big-named department stores and fashion brands. It is one place where people converge for a leisurely people-watching, chit-chatting or simply feed the birds that are aplenty.

Yes, San Francisco is a modern city having those different new structures of hotels and other establishments. But some have opted to maintain old structures that have been utilized as business spaces and hotels as well. Somehow, maintaining such buildings give San Francisco its own vibe.

Sailing and whale-watching are but some of the leisure activities that you can do in San Francisco. The vastness of the San Francisco Bay makes it conducive for such activities. Hotels and resorts offer these to tourists.

Of course, a visit to the city will not be complete without going to Chinatown. As in any other Chinatown, it offers a lot of food for those who like oriental menu. There are also the usual souvenir items of the city.

Whether in Chinatown or in other areas of San Francisco, restaurants and food stalls are always everywhere for you to choose from. High-end restaurants, regular fast food fare and fruit stalls can be found in every corner of the city.

Whatever is the purpose of your trip, you will definitely leave your heart in San Francisco...a city that doesn't sleep yet you find comfort and ease.

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Como: An Italian City Near the Alps

Como is an Italian city located at the northern part of the country and is near the border of Switzerland. It is considered a resort city sans the beach and the sea.

But it is known for its lake which is frequented by tourists. It is a picturesque area known to retirees and celebrities who make the city their second home. The atmosphere is very inviting and serene.

Despite Como's proximity to Switzerland and distance to other local cities, the architecture and other buildings still have that Italian touch. It reminds everyone that you are still in Italy and not somewhere else.

Como is a city where the old and the new mix harmoniously. Even the old and the new generation live with happy co-existence. It is a city where the culture of the old and the new created a personality that is distinctly Como.

As in any other Italian city, churches are all over. Almost in every area, a church is within reach. This is a testament on how religious Italians are.

There are structures in the city that make Como unique. It is amazing to note how the people take care of their monuments. They are clean and widely revered by the locals.

My visit to Como was a refreshing one. I was astounded at how the environment is being preserved and how the city's atmosphere is friendly and welcoming.

Many thanks to Laarni Silva for bringing us to Como. It was a trip that was worth the time.

General Santos City is Not Just All About Tuna

A jewel of a city named General Santos City is fast becoming a hub especially from tuna that can be harvested from its bountiful seas. But the city is not just all about tuna. It has other things to offer to its visitors.

As in any other major city in the Philippines, malls have mushroomed in General Santos. Name all major malls in the country, the city has it all. Being a hub of Region 12, a lot of people go these establishments for shopping and leisure.

They say that when commercial establishments hit a boom in a certain area, it is destined for progress. That is what I saw in General Santos City. Aside from the city proper, businesses flourish in adjacent areas and it is a good sign.

The development of residential enclaves has started in the city. With its vast land area, General Santos City can be a good place to build homes.

A growing population necessitates the building of health care facilities to take care of the needs of the people. Hospitals are abound in General Santos City. This goes to show that the local government knows its priorities especially those that will benefit the people.

But General Santos City would not be as it is now without the tuna that made the city popular not only here in the Philippines but other Asian countries as well especially Japan which imports tuna from there. They say that tuna from GenSan is tastier as compared to the tunas harvested from others countries.

The General Santos International Airport does not only cater to commercial flights. International cargo airlines bring tuna from the city to different nearby countries. Of course, with the increased air traffic, the airport is now being renovated to accommodate more passengers and airplanes that make the city a port of call.

I was in General Santos City for the Southern Weaves fashion show during the Budayaw Festival participated in by member countries of BIMP-EAGA growth area. It was a big event hosted by the city and expectations were exceeded. Thanks to the effective preparations and hosting by the local government.

A visit to General Santos City is worth the trip. It may be a fast-rising city in Mindanao but nature is bountiful...preserved and unspoiled.