• Tierra Alta Dumaguete: Why The Best Stories Are Written Without A Plan
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    Tierra Alta Dumaguete: Why The Best Stories Are Written Without A Plan

    I always believe that life’s best moments aren’t scripted or planned. They’re the unexpected turns, the uncharted paths, and the uncomfortable moments that turn into unforgettable stories. That’s why, when I travel, I rarely make detailed itineraries. Sometimes, I don’t even book accommodations in advance. And on my recent trip to Negros Island, this devil-may-care attitude led me to a nice little surprise: the postcard-worthy Tierra Alta Dumaguete. I’d seen countless photos of this Greek-inspired resort and knew it was originally included in our Dumaguete-Valencia day tour.  But since we made some random changes to our itinerary, the idea of skipping it crossed our minds. Plus, I wasn’t initially interested…

  • Casaroro Falls: Embracing The Unscripted And Unfiltered Moments
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    Casaroro Falls: Embracing The Unscripted And Unfiltered Moments

    The Universe sometimes feels like a mischievous child who constantly messes up your plans. You think you’ve everything figured out. You have polished your itinerary, charged all your batteries, and even prepared snacks for your trip. But then, in a strange poetic way, the Universe flips your script, turning a well-planned trip into something unexpected and uncomfortable. And that’s where the real adventure begins. And as we explored Casaroro Falls, I was reminded of how fascinatingly wild and unpredictable travel can be. Casaroro Falls was, by far, the highlight of our recent Dumaguete trip.  With its enchanting scenery and impressive size, Casaroro Falls in Valencia left me speechless and in…

  • Mount Talinis via Apolong Apolong
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    Mount Talinis: The Fearless Apolong-Apolong Adventure

    Why does trouble always follow me around? Am I secretly attracting bad luck, or is the world just going on a downward spiral? Will there be an end to this seemingly endless spell of troubles? In the last couple of years, misfortunes have been persistently haunting me. And, today, on our first day in Mount Talinis, I feel like trouble is once again on a mission to wreck our major climb in Negros Oriental.   But, guess what? I really don’t give a shit.  I’m a fearless free spirit, immune to all the stress and adversities life throws at me.  And, even with all the challenges that Mount Talinis is giving…