Museo Orlina: Glass Art // October 17, 2017

One month ago, Aries showed us some photos of the places he visited in Tagaytay, during our flag ceremony.  The things that have caught my attention, were pictures from a museum exhibiting unique artworks of glass sculptures.   I asked him the details of going there and added the place on my bucket-list.  

Fortunately,...hmmm well at least on my part :P, the works in public sector were suspended last October 16 to 17, due to transport strike of Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operaytor Nationwide (PISTON), to show their objections regarding the Jeepney Modernization Program of the Department of Transportation (Roxas, 2017).  We had an unexpected long weekend; if only I knew it beforehand, I've gone to the north..."Ber" months are the best times of the year to go there.  Anyway, since it was a short notice, I just allotted my whole Tuesday in visiting the museum... Actually, my tour was unplanned, I just intentionally avoided some household duties! :o :D :P

Museo Orlina
This is a privately owned museum exhibiting mainly the works of Ramon Orlina, a renowned sculptor (museo-orlina, n.d.).  It consists of 4 levels which are named after Orlina's children (museo-orlina, n.d.), that are subdivided into galleries of different themes.  There are also some works of other artists, that are being displayed in the basement and sculpture garden. Perhaps, it was due to the strike and unpleasant weather, that only a few people visited the place that day. 

Photo Blast

Glass Sculptures

View of Taal Lake

The biggest display

Glass Sculptures

Pieta

Lower Ground

In His Light

Cube

Amphitheater

Art Car

Art Car

I enjoyed taking pictures of each corner for almost an hour; afterward, I asked the suggestion of the staff for a unique place to dine.  I still haven't eaten yet, and already craving for good foods to satisfy my "STARVATION".  She recommended Dreamland Arts and Craft Cafe which is just a ride away from the place. 

Dreamland Arts and Crafts Cafe

The Building

"Dreamland Arts and Crafts Cafe is a story of a dream come true from the humble beginnings of Indie Green Culture started by Tsong and Tsang crafting together since 2010.  Every Corner of the Cafe is a story to tell, sharing good vibes to inspire every dreamer that all of their dreams can also come true simply by being true to yourself while doing the things you love doing and doing it all with passion" (Source: from the cafe picture frame).  

I like the place! It reminded me of Ohana Art Cafe in Zambales,  each corner is filled with artistry.  

Outside

Interior

Inspirational quotes posted on the wall

Other crafts

It's a culture more than a brand

To Mezzanine

View from the Mezzanine

Waiting for my order

Chicken wings with fresh potatoes, ice cream, and honeymansi juice.  It tastes good but I expected huge servings...

I didn't proceed to the Puzzle Museum, due to uncertainty in the availability of public vehicles.  During the night, I went to "The House of Dave" and.....we had a party! :D

"A museum is a spiritual place. People lower their voices when they get close to art" - Mario Botta

Actual Itinerary
9:30 AM: Departure Buendia to Tagaytay (Rotonda) 
12:30 PM:  Arrival Rotonda
12:45 PM: Tricycle to Museo Orlina
1:00 PM: Museo Orlina
2:00 PM: Tricycle to Dreamland
2:15 PM: Dreamland Art and Craft Cafe
3:00 PM: Back to the Terminal
3:30 PM: Departure to Pasay (Ayala)
7:30 PM: House of Dave (Cheers!)

Safe Budget (Solo): 700 to 1,000 PHP

Worth Remembering (Memories and Thoughts to Look Back)
- Bili ka ng pinya yung galing Tagaytay - Dave Via text
- Buko Pie nalang - Dave
- Cheering moments at Dave's house with Aries at 8 pm (2 bottles of Lambanog from Polilio Island)
- Dala ka ng makakain (I bought 5 pieces of balot, 2 cans of sisig and 1 can of tuna)
- Heavy traffic in Ayala 

Major Expenses
Transportation (From buendia to Tagaytay): 180 php (2 way)
Tricycle: 120 php (per ride)
Museum Fee: 100 php (per head)
Dreamland Foods: 250 above 

How I went there?
1. There are available DLTB bus in Buendia going to Nasugbu Batangas.  Ask for a drop-off at Tagaytay Rotonda
2. Ride a tricycle going to Museo Orlina.
3. From the museum,  ride another tricycle going to the Art Cafe
4. From Dreamland, I take a ride going to the terminal where there are available buses going to Manila (Pasay/Ayala).  

References
1. Roxas, Pathricia Ann V. (2017, October 15). No classes at all levels, no gov’t work on Monday – Malacañang. Retrieved from http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/938007/breaking-news-malacanang-transport-strike-salvador-medialdea-piston-jeepney-modernization-class-suspension
2. Museo Orlina. (n.d.) Retrieved from http://www.museo-orlina.org/about-us.html
3. Level 1 - Naesa Gallery. (n.d.) Retrieved from http://www.museo-orlina.org/level-1---naesa-gallery.html

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