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Vince Golangco (Published: 700 Articles)

Vince Golangco is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of WhenInManila.com. Vince graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and a minor in Business. He has over 10 years of international experience in marketing, advertising and creative writing. He served as an Information Systems Technician in the United States Navy, was a Marketing & Development Coordinator at the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Senior Media Planner for Bright Box Media, was a radio DJ and hosted a tech TV show in Manila. Vince is a surfer, a skater, a writer, a US Military Veteran, Junior Chamber International (JCI) member, an AKPsi brother and an adventure seeker. Connect with Vince on Twitter @VinceGolangco.

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Frank Ruaya & Mae Ilagan (Published: 125 Articles)

@mayoilagan @FRANKDROIDZ

This amazing tandem are but simply 2 crazy shutterbugs who love making magic together! Believe it or not, they used to be seatmates during their elementary years and surprisingly crossed paths once again after 16 years and never stopped clicking since then! This dynamic duo devote themselves in showing people about the goodness of life by featuring picturesque places, discovering new flavors, writing stories and most of all, sharing their blessings to others! Be sure to follow them all the way as they conquer the world! To know more about their adventures (& misadventures), feel free to visit their blog @ www.eatsadate.com

Janelle Yau (Published: 92 Articles)

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I’m a girl who believes that her brain is filled with rainbows, unicorns, glitters, and gold stars! I use my imagination ALL the time and I refuse to ever stay somber… well, not all the way at least. I am occasionally a shrieker, sometimes a blogger, oftentimes a dreamer but forever and always a fighter. For more sparks and love, follow me on Twitter: @janelleyau or check out my blog http://singleladiessaywhat.wordpress.com/.

Joanne Catherine Tan (Published: 90 Articles)

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JoTan is a Foodie, Travel Enthusiast & she lives her everyday life as if it was the last. "IT'S FOR THE EXPERIENCE" -- this is what she always tell people when she wants to do something FUN like Mountain Climbing, Rappelling on a Hanging Bridge (which was not determined if it was in good condition since it was a really old PNR Bridge), Eating Beef Liver SASHIMI (yes, the raw one) and even Jumping off the Plane at 15,000 feet. She also loves to share the new things she learned, her adventures and other personal encounters through her blog: http://jotan23.blogspot.com (Food, Travel and Living blogger)

John Hudson Go (Published: 72 Articles)

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John Hudson Go teaches Psychology at Enderun Colleges, Taguig. He previously taught at the University of the Philippines Diliman, where he is currently taking up his Master's degree. Hudson is a concert nut, a mixed martial arts enthusiast, and a travel junkie. If he had a psychological disorder, it's most probably obsessive-compulsivity. In his past life, he was a LION! Invite him to your gigs and parties through Facebook.

Cholo Isungga (Published: 69 Articles)

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Cholo Isungga is an audiophile, gadget freak, gaming geek, photographer, car addict, health freak and gym buff :p Cholo is a freelance writer and photographer. You can contact him through his email at [email protected] and you can follow his blog at http://choloisungga.wordpress.com/

Raisa Tan (Published: 68 Articles)

Raisa is a co-host on The Morning After which airs every Saturday, 6 to 10 am, and every Sunday, 6 to 9 am, only on Mellow 94.7, sounds good! Connect with her: Facebook.com/raisa947

Philippe Louis Villareal (Published: 61 Articles)

Philippe Louis Villareal is a software programmer. A tech geek by heart, he uses his spare time on his own blog YaJaPa.com. He also helps maintain Wordpress based websites such as VinceGolangco.com and LittleRunningTeacher.com

Cheryl Golangco (Published: 58 Articles)

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Cheryl Golangco is a preschool teacher and also the owner of LittleRunningTeacher.com. On Sundays, she can often be found running in various fun runs. When not in writing about school and sports on her website, Cheryl enjoys attending and writing about various events like concerts, plays, food trips and anything under the sun! Connect with Cheryl through http://Twitter.com/CherylGolangco

Christina Advincula (Published: 57 Articles)

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Tin Advincula is currently a BA Creative Writing student in UP Diliman and a Fashion Journalism student in SoFA. She is a fashion enthusiast and dancer, a true admirer of the arts. Thus aside from writing for wheninmanila.com; she also manages an online shop named GARBonline and her personal blog: tinthescribbler.wordpress.com . She is passionate about food, fashion faith and dance. Follow her in twitter @tinadvincula for her daily scribbles about life.

Gretchen Gatan (Published: 56 Articles)

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The thing about Gretchen is that it's too difficult to capture her complexities in a single paragraph. What strikes you as quiet, shy and a bit aloof can also be strange, giggly, and extremely awkward. A graduate of Ateneo de Manila with a major in Creative Writing, she now works as a brand communications manager at Crazy Monkeys Design Studio, Inc., as well as a content writer for Glamourbox. She loves to write and read fiction, and seeks adventures through ultimate frisbee and climbing. She enjoys fashion, food, literature, going to the beach, listening to music, and watching comedy sitcoms and movies. Check out the Junkyard, her personal blog and a dump of all her favorite things, or follow her on Twitter!

Ivica Rae Say (Published: 55 Articles)

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Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Nursing and passed the June 2009 nursing boards. She is currently working in an educational institution in Makati by day and tutors kids by night. A lover of dogs, cats and hamsters, Enjoys beaches and bikinis. Follow her twitter @ivycah and visit her website at http://runnurse.com

Isabel Rodriguez (Published: 54 Articles)

@sisasaid

Isabel Rodriguez is a Communication major who spends her days blogging, crafting DIY projects and talking to her dogs (in between school and responsibilities, that is.) She loves books and food, laughs a little too loudly, and the internet is her best friend. She aspires to grow up to be less confused and continues to give a conscious effort to line her t's and dot her i's perfectly. Say hello @sisasaid or visit her at http://sisasaid.blogspot.com/

Nikko Panti (Published: 51 Articles)

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Nikko loves going to places that offers relaxation and entertainment at the same time. He also love watching movies and theater plays, going to concerts, museums and events, and reading good books. On top of that all, he loves to eat really good food! He believes that all that we need to survive is freshly brewed coffee and macarons! Follow him on Twitter, @misterbaks. And read his really boring blog: themisterbaks.wordpress.com, where he chronicles his uber boring life!

Mitzi Uy (Published: 45 Articles)

Mitzi Uy is one spontaneous lady that sees life as a great adventure. Nobody, not even her best friend, can predict where this ball of fun & creativity is bouncing to next. She makes the most of each day, for a new dawn always brings forth a new gift. She is a passionate upcyclist, a food enthusiast, an imaginative artist, an insightful writer, and above all, a woman of faith. Drop by http://adventuresofprincessmitzi.blogspot.com to read more of her adventures.

Charles Angel Lacson (Published: 44 Articles)

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CharlesAngel (Sr.Writer) is based in Singapore. She used to do freelance modelling but still the fervor of writing & photography is her calling. An eclectic fashionista by heart, she likes chewing on her pen tip writing. She believes that every photo deserves more ♥. Charles' mantra? Live & Let Live. A Certified gay for Drew Barrymore. A purveyor of writing and all things bee-yoo-ti-pool.

Ethel Merioles (Published: 43 Articles)

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Delightful misery, mad wit, tragic laughter, tangible energy. Catch her on LifestyleManila.com and on Google+. Or, you know, you can just like her Facebook page.

Charmaine Cabugnason (Published: 42 Articles)

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Sharkmaine. Jill of a few trades. Loves to eat and travel. A weekender and an adrenaline junkie. Loves the sea but doesn't know how to swim. Believes in making each day count! See my other (mis) / adventures at www.sharkmaine.com

Alessi Brugada (Published: 42 Articles)

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Alessi is a 22-year old registered nurse who moonlights as a local tourist. She plans on exploring as much of what the world has to offer, even if she has to break her 12-midnight curfew to do so. When she's not helping mothers give birth in the delivery room or blogging about awesome stuff on WhenInManila.com, she's probably writing about stuff she likes on alessilikesit.tumblr.com

jsncruz (Published: 40 Articles)

jsncruz

Director, Community Management, at McCann Worldgroup Philippines. A geek on social media, an advocate of positive thinking, and a full-marathoner. I also love wine and everything Star Wars. Social Media Examiner's Top 24 Blogs of 2013 and ijustdid.org's Top 10 Community Managers in Asia. My thoughts are my own.

Marita Galvez (Published: 35 Articles)

Marita Galvez also known as Student jock "Mcqueen" on the airwaves of Mellow 94.7. Studying BA Fashion Design and Marketing at School of Fashion and the Arts (SoFA Manila), Freelance Fashion stylist, opportunist & optimist. If you don't see her juggling photo shoots with fashion shows, She's out and about in the streets of Manila supporting orginal pinoy rock music."When people ask what I really want to ultimately be, I can think of a million things. I have the weirdest metaphorical claustrophobia: A life in a 4 cornered box will never be for me. Why do one when you can do all, right?" twitter.com/marita_galvez maritagalvez.tumblr.com youtube.com/abcrayola

Hannah Villasis (Published: 34 Articles)

Retired Certified Public Accountant by the age of 23, Blogger, TV Host, Events Host, Model, Photographer, Digital Entrepreneur, Adventure Junkie. Connect with me on Twitter @FlairCandy and check out my blog at FlairCandy.com

Angeline Rodriguez (Published: 31 Articles)

Angeline Rodriguez is a writer, a blogger, a movie aficionado, a princess, a superhero and a mother of one... for now. She loves Star Wars, Starbucks, starfish, (Ziggy) stardust and Starman. Clearly, David Bowie is her God. Visit her website at your own risk at http://wonderwomanrises.blogspot.com and prepare to be blinded by awesomeness.

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LIST OF WIM CONTRIBUTORS
Abby Aranzamendez	Abigail Ang
Ace Chavez	Adela Nogoy
Aileen Adalid	Aileen Santos
Aina Rosales	Alessi Brugada
Alex Murphy	Ana Santos
Angel Golangco	Angel Gonzales
Angeline Rodriguez	Ann Joy Perez
Anne Milla	Arlene Briones
Badeth Compuesto	Bogart the Explorer from Davao City
Cammy Aioki	Carla De Guzman
Carlo Joaquin	Carmi Compasivo
Charles Angel Lacson	Charmaine Cabugnason
Cher Cabula	Cher Tanchico
Cheryl Azarraga	Cheryl Golangco
Cholo Isungga	Christina Advincula
Christine Solis	Claire Jariss Manlapas
Coy de los Santos	Daniel Kaity
Daryll Alvero	Edz Armada
Eli Murray	Em Somera
Emma Jolly	Erika Ochosa
Erin Emocling	Ethel Merioles
Faye Santos	Francis Romero
Francis Simisim	Frank Ruaya & Mae Ilagan
Frankie Torres	Gabriel Monada
Genevie Kho	Gia Allana Soriano
Gilbert Quibal	Grace Bondad Nicolas
Gretchen Gatan	Hannah Gregorio
Hannah Villasis	Haresh Daswani
Harveen Kaur	Ida Noelle
Isabel Rodriguez	Ivica Rae Say
JC Ansis	JC Villalva
Jake Pua	James Nicolay
Jan Bautista	Jane Tan
Janelle Yau	Janine Diaz
Jason Qua	Jay Jaboneta
Jen Horn	Jenel Manapat
Jennifer Jimenez	Jenny Manongdo
Jeremy Slagle	Jessica Mae Bajet
Jo Arce	Joanne Catherine Tan
Joanne Fugoso	John Derick Flores
John Hudson Go	John Lemuel Jumawid
John Robson	Jose Gamboa
Joy Waniwan	KC Canlas
Kate and Allen Samson	Kathi Raneses
Kira Mitohori	Koji Arsua
Kristel Chuateco	Kristel Silang
Kristhoff Cagape	Lawrence Pagal
Leanne Alvarez	Liz Martin
Lord and Aksana	MM Maglasang
Mae Ilagan	Marian the Foodie
Marinette Panganiban	Marita Galvez
Mark Davis Tan	Mark Modena
Marla Espiritu	Martin Vicencio
Melissa Favis	Melody Co
Miah Montemayor	Mic Caldo
Michelle Baena Ciriacruz	Mina Deocareza
Mitzi Uy	Myka Mallillin
Nikka Corsino & Owen Ballesteros	Nikka Sarthou
Nikko Panti	Paolo Casibang
Pauline Lim	Pedram Farjad
Philippe Louis Villareal	Philippine Franchise Association
Raisa Tan	Raymond Dimayuga
Reg Silva	Richeline Mascarinas
Ricky Rizza Mendoza	Rikki John de Castro
Riza Ponciano	Rochele Anne Aujero
Ruth dela Cruz	Ryan Torrejos
Shane Dallas	Shayla Sanchez
Sherwin Diu	Stan Sy
TJ Vargas	Tarah Gonzales
Tet Rivera	Tiffany Salud
Tipsy & Ponggo of the Googly Gooeys	Tracey Tan
Tricia Gasmen	Trixie Torralba
Wowie Lagman	Ynigo Regis
Yvette Sol Pineda	Zaya Pono
Zia Dee	jsncruz