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Mount Manghilao: A Fascinating Pilgrimage Site With An Enigmatic Cave
Hiking is, to me, a bit like an endless university. Every time I hit the trail, I get to learn a ton of invaluable lessons in life, forestry and geography from guides, fellow hikers and people I met along the way. And, for someone who has an innate desire to learn, hiking has been such a wondrous blessing, appeasing my inner curiosity and quenching my thirst for knowledge. Even when I hike in off-beat places like Mount Manghilao, I learn tons of things that simply can’t be taught by a typical four-walled classroom. And last Saturday, hiking did once again please my cravings for learning and adventure. Although the history…
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Toledo City Hike: An Adventure With A Meaningful Purpose
Devastating hurricanes, crime sprees, racism and endless streams of online bashers – on the surface, the world seems a heated mess. Every time I open Facebook or turn on the television, I see violence, destruction, hate, greed and a whole lot of disturbing images. And sometimes, I feel like the human race is hopeless, with us becoming a serious threat to ourselves and everything around us. Yet, even with all the chaos, there’s an optimistic side in me – the one who loves to hike mountains – that the sees the world as a beautiful and serene place to live in. And that beautiful side of me has just orchestrated…
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Sunset In Mount Tagaytay: Relishing Life’s Simple Pleasures
In our never-ending quest for happiness, we tend to overlook and undervalue the simple moments, sights and things we feel every day. Let’s face it folks, it’s in our nature to seek out actively experiences that bring us bliss, such as buying a new smartphone, watching an extravagant concert or taking a trip to a tropical paradise abroad. But sometimes, it’s the simple pleasures in life, like the sunset on top of a mountain and fresh sea breeze that could lead to pure and unequivocal joy. Mostly, these simple sources of happiness are unassuming and experiences that we take for granted. But, if you pause for just a while, embrace…
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Udlom Peak: A Mysteriously Beautiful Mountain With An Intriguing History
Barangay General Climaco, or fondly known as Casoy, is, hands down, a breathtaking undervalued adventure playground that never ceases to amaze me. Blessed with a wealth of mesmerizing natural wonders, Casoy is jam-packed with thrills, local secrets, adventures and spectacular sights that would definitely unleash your inner shutterbug. Whether you’re a photography connoisseur or adrenaline junkie, there’s something special that awaits you in General Climaco, Toledo City, Cebu. And, just recently, another postcard-worthy spot lured my carefree spirit back to the grounds of this part of Copper City. The place that I’m referring to is no other than Udlom Peak. Days prior to our hike, Marc and I discovered a…
