• New Bucao: A Gritty, Muddy Uphill Climb To Toledo’s Unsung Mountain
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    New Bucao: A Gritty, Muddy Uphill Climb To Toledo’s Unsung Mountain

    My first visit to Barangay General Climaco was an exciting adventure packed with enthralling sights and colors.  From the moment we set foot on its grounds to our thrilling top-load jeepney ride, every moment of Team Bang’s quick weekend adventure in this playground was a blast. And with all the treats and surprises we got on our trip, going back to this extraordinary barangay was a no-brainer for us. So, once again, we packed our bags to venture into Casoy.  This time, we explored three unsung and relatively unknown places in this part of Toledo, Cebu – Manutu River, Mount New Bucao and Mount Tagaytay. Unlike our first visit, though,…

  • Mount Babag: A Fun-filled Escapade With A Bunch Of New Friends
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    Mount Babag: A Fun-filled Escapade With A Bunch Of New Friends

    Metro Cebu, with its seemingly endless stream of traffic and relentless energy, can sometimes overwhelm the fittest and the mentally strongest people. And just like any busy Cebuano with a full-time job, I’ve been feeling a little burned out for the past couple of weeks, working ceaselessly on a variety of projects. Thankfully, though, Mount Babag and a few of travel buddies came to the rescue to help me stay sane and break the monotony of my daily grind. After our unforgettable Candongao Peak trek, me and my new crew couldn’t stop talking about our next outdoor adventure. From Mount Naupa to Mount Mago, there were plenty of suggestions and…