Mt. Malipunyo-Manabu Day Hike
Mini falls less than an hour from the jump-off , seen on our way up Mt. MalipunyoOne of my favorite trails is the long route from Mt. Malipunyo to Manabu Peak. Both mountains are in Batangas and...
View ArticleWhere to Stay in Cabanatuan : Microtel by Wyndham
After a day of touring Tarlac (post here), our group traveled two hours farther north to the city of Cabanatuan, the Philippines' Tricycle capital with over 30,000 registered 3-wheeled vehicles. I was...
View ArticleBarefoot Runner, Eddie Vega
It's Monday and for a lot of us in the workforce, it's the start of another hectic week so I'd like to help ease the stress and share with you some inspiring news. :) Western Union has launched,...
View ArticleFood Trip : Sisterfields, Tagaytay (soft opening)
With Tagaytay's cool weather, bustling food scene and that gorgeous view of Taal volcano that never gets old, a visit, even for just a day is always delightful. :) A view of Taal Volcano from a suite...
View ArticleCebu Pacific Air Adopts Philippine Eagle
Together with fellow bloggers and other members of local media, I witnessed the formal adoption of Philippine eagle named, "Mindanao" by Cebu Pacific Air. The turnover ceremony was held on October 15,...
View ArticleWe walked EDSA, an advocacy for a walkable Metro Manila
Welcoming sunrise at Magallanes, MakatiI love walking. Since you're moving at a slower pace, I'm able to look around and discover small cafes, street art, interesting graffiti and plant boxes, things...
View ArticleGears : Osprey Packs Nova
If you're on the haunt for a new backpack or a gift for someone who travels or hikes a lot, consider getting an Osprey, a reputable brand from the US, known for its bags and travel gears. In 2014, it...
View ArticleHiking Log : Sunset at Mt. Apayang
One of the nicest things about having long time, reliable hiker friends is that you can just drop your original plans and go on a spontaneous trip somewhere else! :P Our view as we approached the...
View ArticleReview : Asus ZenFone 2 Laser (ZE500KL)
4 weeks ago, I received a ZE500 KL Zenfone 2 Laser, a smartphone from Asus, a leading technology company from Taiwan. Here's my experience with the phone, written from a perspective of an ordinary...
View ArticleGears : Keen Uneek Footwear
Keen Uneek is a durable and stylish outdoor sandal made from two cords and a sole. I've been using it for weeks now - on travels and in running errands around the city. I can't express enough how...
View ArticleBackpacking Benguet & Bataan
Approaching Gungol Rock in Mt. Ulap, BenguetAfter months of traveling with friends and meeting new people, it was time again for a much needed "me time" that involves a little hiking and eating awesome...
View ArticleHiking in Palaui : Lagunzad-Leonardo Trails
a view of Palaui landscape from Cape Engano LighthousePalaui is a picturesque island, known for its beaches, in Santa Ana, Cagayan Valley, on the northeastern side of the Philippines. In 2013, it...
View ArticleUrban Adventure : Tree Trekking with Haribon
I get a high just walking around, staring at plants and trees - whether I'm in the city or out on a hike. This year however, my admiration to nature has really grown. The feeling is oddly familiar,...
View ArticleBanana Peel's Earth Hour Collection
Need new flip flops? Consider getting a pair (or two!:P) from the Earth Hour Collection of Banana Peel, one of the Philippines' leading flip flops brand. These pretty, nature-inspired designs feature...
View ArticleOutdoor Adventures in Bataan
Up until a few months ago, I only knew Bataan for its mountain trails. My "initiation climb" with an outdoor club was actually in Kairukan Falls in Morong, 16 years ago! :) Being an avid hiker,...
View ArticleWhere to Stay in Bataan After an Adventure
Looking for a place to stay after hiking and traveling around Bataan? Check out this list! See related post : Where to go around Bataan? (includes hiking and biking destinations and suggestions on...
View ArticleUrban Adventure : Where to Go in Quezon City
On a recent media familiarization tour with Microtel Philippines, I was able to revisit and discover new destinations in Quezon City. I'm sharing with you the places we visited, plus a few more...
View ArticleTravel Wish List : Tangerang City, a Relaxing Stop after your Outdoor...
I live in the Philippines, an archipelago in Southeast Asia with lots of forests, scenic mountain views and where the sun joyfully blasts its rays almost the entire year. While I have taken the time...
View ArticleHuman Nature Save Our Seas Coastival 2016
Last April 29, I participated in the 1st S.O.S (Save Our Seas) Coastival in San Juan, La Union. Organized by Human Nature, the country's largest manufacturer of natural personal care, this one day...
View ArticleAdvocacy : Cebu Pacific Partners with UNICEF for Children's Health & Nutrition
While I believe we make our own destiny and that we all have equal chances at succeeding in life, it does help when we're equipped with the physical and mental capacity to be the best that we can be....
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