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Boljoon Adventure: Hiking With A Wonderfully Weird Twist
With a never-ending list of places to visit, most of today’s backpackers or travelers don’t like to repeat a destination. Once they hit one of the places on their “bucket list”, they set their sights on another destination, and never look back. And I totally get it, even if that means missing out on local secrets and quaint towns like Boljoon, Cebu. Whether it is setting foot on all the 81 provinces in the Philippines or visiting a ton of foreign countries, it’s, after all, nice to have something that can give you the drive to travel. I, on the other hand, don’t have any goals, when it comes to…
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Mount Naupa: A Quick Fix For Stress, Boredom And Heartache
Cebu practically has a dependable solution to all of life’s common problems. For those who are unhappy with their work and financial situation, Cebu has a multitude of job and business opportunities that may jump-start any stagnant career. And, whenever you feel overwhelmed by the trappings of modern life, there are mountains in Cebu like Mount Naupa that ease your daily strains by offering a breath of fresh air. Of course, Cebu’s scenic mountains can also be a godsend for those who are trying hard to mend a broken heart. As a matter of fact, I’ve met dozens of people who have moved on from their unfruitful relationships by just…
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Team Bang: A Diversely Beautiful Accidental Bunch Of Lifeaholics
Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that one day I would be a part of a group of adventurists – Team Bang. Even though I’m a bona fide introvert, it’s been, thus far, a thrilling ride, hitting the road with a bunch of like-minded people. Together with my clique, I’ve uncovered some of the most mesmerizing unheralded sights in the province, diving into the unknown and unexplored from North to South. And with a looming 1-year anniversary, I thought it would be a fitting tribute to write something about Team Bang. Some say that I’m the architect of Team Bang – the person who planned and built this…
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Katampuko Peak: Hiking The Less-Explored Side Of Dalaguete, Cebu
With powerful gust, overcast skies and murky streams, the wet season is usually the time when our inner wanderer takes a breather. Let’s face it, the rainy days can very often curb our enthusiasm for exploration and adventure. But for a wide-eyed traveler like me, there’s nothing – even a bad weather – that can stop us from seeing the beauty of the planet. And when you pair that enthusiastic wanderer with a bunch of like-minded open-minded people, you’ve got a fine recipe for adventure. That’s what exactly happened to me last weekend, as we explored Dalaguete Cebu’s lesser known sites – Katampuko Peak and Eagle’s Cave – after a…
