Tag Archives: Trekking

Torongan Cave: Not To Miss in Itbayat

Posted on September 15, 2012 by

When asked about the places I have liked the most in my travels, high up there with Africa, my answer would always include Batanes. When I look back at the adventures I had in this northernmost province of the Philippines, our trek … Continue reading →

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Siayan

Posted on August 31, 2012 by

We scrambled through rocks, walked through pastureland until we reached a beautiful beach. As with Y’ami, a shore entry wasn’t possible. The boat took shelter at one side of the island, hidden by a cove of volcanic rocks; the boat … Continue reading →

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Kuang Si Falls

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

Picturesque and very accessible – Kuang Si falls, 29 km south of Luang Prabang, has become a popular attraction outside of the world heritage city.  Surrounded by lush forest, the falls is 3 tiered, all picture perfect. The breathtaking main … Continue reading →

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Bomod-ok Trek: Ten Things Before

Posted on October 16, 2011 by

Credits:  All materials used from JSprague’s Digi in Deep Lesson kit. A visit to Sagada is not complete without doing one or two of its more popular activities – trek to Bomod-ok falls, explore Sumaging cave or traverse to Lumiang.  … Continue reading →

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The Way to Bomod-ok

Posted on October 8, 2011 by

This looks like an ordinary rice plantation, zoom out a bit and it’s no longer so ordinary. Zoom out further and you will see why I love trekking to Bomod-ok falls, sometimes called the “big falls”. The falls can be … Continue reading →

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Sagada: Echo Valley, Hanging Coffins et al

Posted on September 27, 2011 by

When we passed this sign, my heart skipped a beat because in just another hour or so, I will be re-acquainted with my favorite town.  The town I want to retire in, I always say. When I need to de-stress, … Continue reading →

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Eagles and Muskegs

Posted on December 2, 2009 by

Our journey continues on to Haines. And here we went around with a naturalist bringing us through the “Valley of the Eagles” to view Haines’ most popular wildlife, the bald eagle hence the christening. Powerful spotting scopes afford up close … Continue reading →

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Catching the Sunset: Mt. Manabu

Posted on October 20, 2009 by

Sounds like a plan?  Yes, and a good one actually.  On Ninoy Aquino Day (his death anniversary), we were to drive to Sto. Tomas, Batangas City, have Bulalo (Bone Marrow) for lunch at Rose Sister of Grace, hang out at … Continue reading →

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Parker Ridge Trail

Posted on August 17, 2009 by

Located in Northern Banff and closer to Jasper.  On the way to Columbia Icefield from Lake Louise is Parker Ridge Trail, a popular day hike and one of the best among several popular trail. The trail leads to a ridge … Continue reading →

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Guintubdan

Posted on April 14, 2009 by

Climb the mountains and get their good tidings.  Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into tress.  The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn … Continue reading →

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