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Hanging Coffins of Sagada: A Hauntingly Beautiful Reminder That Life Won’t Wait
The dead don’t talk. Or at least, that’s what we’ve been told. As I admired the hauntingly beautiful Hanging Coffins of Sagada in Echo Valley, I felt the echoes of their voices, carrying the wisdom of the past. And that was when the questions came. What if the dead never truly left? What if they had learned a different way of talking? The thing is, even in their dead silence, the dead can teach you more about life than any living politician. And every burial ground holds stories, lessons, and silent reminders of what really matters most. Unfortunately, in a world too distracted by noise, we rarely have the patience…
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Sagada: That Thing Called Adventure (And Sofia)
A few weeks ago, I invited my friends on a weekend trip to Sagada. Nothing fancy. It was just a quick escape and a break from life’s never-ending cycle of deadlines, responsibilities, and grind. Most of them had excuses. Some were too busy, and a few left me on “seen.” But one of them replied with a yes. The only problem? She had been dead for over two years. The person I’m talking about is Sofia. At first, I thought it was a mistake. Maybe there was a glitch in the Matrix. Or perhaps it was one of those weird moments that made you question reality for a second. But…
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An Encounter With The Spellbinding Sea Of Clouds In Bohol
Bohol, praised for its wondrous heritage and mesmerizing natural beauty, has always been a godsend for bona fide travel junkies like me. For decades, this beloved tropical island has been wowing travelers and tourists from all corners of the world, with its immense wealth of wonders, including its one-of-a-kind wildlife, historic churches, and the super symmetrical Chocolate Hills. And lately, there has been another jaw-droppingly beautiful spectacle that’s creating some buzz on social media – the magical sea of clouds in Barangay Concepcion, Danao, Bohol. Just like any curious traveler, I was also intrigued by the idea of seeing this natural phenomenon in person. And luckily for us, my wife…
