This would be my 3rd time to surf — first is in Siargao and second is in Elyu (La Union) so it’s not that difficult anymore and I’m confident enough to surf in bigger waves this time. **smirks**
Last 2013, I wasn’t able to visit Magpupungko Rock Pool ’cause of the bad weather and lack of time. But on my second visit to Siargao, I didn’t waste my time and headed to Pilar after we check in to our homestay in General Luna. After almost 2 hours of travel by a tricycle, we reached the enticing Magpupungko Rock Pool in Siargao Island. Magpupungko Rock Pool in Siargao Island is only visible during low tides. This is also the reason why others call it Magpupungko Tidal Pool. Simply, something Pilar should be proud of.
I’ve always wanted to visit the enchanting Sohoton in Bucas Grande Island, Surigao del Norte because of its stingless jellyfish (I have a thing for jellyfish). They can also be found in places like Palau, Indonesia, and of course, here in the Philippines. During my Siargao trip in 2013, my guide recommended the place. However, since it’s about two hours away from Siargao Island and the pump boat would have cost ₱5,000, which was quite expensive, I decided not to go. Fortunately, my workmates invited me (or I invited myself haha) to Siargao Island and since I promised I’d return there to surf, and because Bucas Grande is part of the itinerary, I didn’t need to think twice.
Last 2 years, it should be my first solo travel and supposedly, it should be here in Camiguin. I have my round trip ticket already and everything’s packed in my back pack. Unfortunately, I didn’t go *rolling eyes*. But as far as I know, Camiguin is one of those safest travel destination for female solo travelers. It is known for its seven active volcanoes, which is why it is called the Island Born in Fire. It is also one of those destinations that makes it onto every traveler’s bucket list. Why? Simply because it has almost everything — from hot and cold springs to white sandbars and magnificent waterfalls. I hope this article inspires you to visit Camiguin, although I
It’s Team Building time again and I’m very excited ’cause this is my first TB with my new team! *hoooooraaaaay!* Aside from that, we are also looking forward to visit the newest venue for team building — the Chateau Blanc in Guadalupe. Another privately owned rest house that is hidden somewhere on the top of the mountains lol. But honestly, it is really hidden ’cause no one really knows that this place exists until our supervisors went there for their team building. So whoever discovered this place? Bless your soul.
This trip is one of the most memorable ones I’ve had. A lot of unexpected things happened along the way — long bus rides, riding on top of jeepneys, landslides, and trekking through the unfamiliar Cordillera mountains while being drenched in rain. At one point, I even thought it might be my last day. Still, it was all worth it! Again, this is my Do-It-Yourself DIY Cordillera trip. Thanks to all the blogs as my resources, the trip was successful and an achievement to be proud of.
Sagada of Mountain Province is now getting a lot more of attention after a Filipino movie featured the jaw-dropping view of Kiltepan. There’s also a lot of package tours for friends and family around Facebook that will make the trip easier and convenient. But how about those who doesn’t want to book these package tours? How easy to reach Sagada by commuting? Well, it’s as easy as throwing a rock to someone you hate *insert evil face here*. Just kidding, of course it’s not that easy to throw a rock to someone. But going to DIY Sagada trip? Well, maybe?
There were so many things that happened on the way to Buscalan Village to get a traditional tattoo from Apo Whang-Od. At times, I though of heading back to Bontoc and just forget about it, but then, in the next moment, I decided to continue with the plan. It was an unexpected trip and I had to hike steep mountains in the Cordillera just to reach the village due to a landslide. However, I believe everything was worth it and something to be proud of in the end.
Baguio City is the summer capital of the Philippines and to tell you honestly, I’m not really planning to go there. My friends keep on telling me to go with them but I’m not really interested. The movie ‘That thing called tadhana’ didn’t change my mind as well ’cause after the movie, I’m still not interested to go there (no offense to Baguio peeps). But hey! There are more things aside from parks that will make you love Baguio City. Aside from it’s cold weather and strawberries, I love how people dress up in Baguio. lol Also, when you are in Baguio, it seems like you are not in the Philippines anymore. etchos! So what did I do in Baguio?
When I started traveling, I always preferred DIY (do-it-yourself) trips rather than packages. Why? Simply because I wanted to manage my own time and explore places on my own. So when I decided to take an Ilocandia tour last year, it made me think about whether I should get a package and just follow the itinerary they would provide. Since the Ilocos Region is very far and it would be my first trip traveling by land, I almost booked us with one of those travel agencies on Facebook. Then I thought about it again, reviewed the itinerary, and told myself it was soooo boring. You basically just sit in a van the entire time, waiting for the guide to tell
