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Kabalas: Unwinding At Mount Naupa’s Postcard-worthy Neighbor
The first time I laid eyes on Kabalas, I was truly enchanted by its natural beauty. As a matter of fact, I was so engrossed by its charm that we – me, Cherwinn, John Chris and Marc – decided to spend some time there, unwinding and drinking in the serene and beautiful atmosphere. And thanks to a spontaneous and out-of-the-blue hike to Naga, I got another chance to cherish its laid-back, relaxing and postcard-worthy scenery. This time, I was accompanied by a bunch of like-minded adventurers – Kevin, Shiela, Jovy, Mel and Reymund, or fondly known as Idol. Our Kabalas experience We were fresh out of a fun hike…
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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 Kalbasaan: Hiking A Scenic Yet Overlooked Trail In Cebu
For outdoor enthusiasts like me, there’s no better way to spend a weekend than to hike a picturesque mountain. Even if it’s a relatively unknown trail, hiking a mountain like Mount Kalbasaan simply completes my week as a young adult. Not only do mountains give me a healthy dose of Vitamin D and adventure, but it also unleashes my inner shutterbug, thanks to its mesmerizing bird’s eye views and panoramas. What’s more, it’s, to me, a much cheaper pastime, as compared to a movie date with a bunch of your beshies at a nearby mall. And, that’s why I just can’t stop thinking of hiking mountains. Even though I just…
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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…
