One of the destinations when in Burias is the now-famous Animasola Rock Formation. When we depart the Port of San Andres going to Burias, I asked the boatman to where we’re going. He pointed out at an island from afar and told me that we’ll be heading at the back of that island as our first stop. He then added that it would take us at least 2 hours to get to the island. After hours of... continue
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BATANGAS… A Fun-filled Day Trip to Fortune Island
We are fond of visiting ruins since we are familiar with some European ancient structures that arere now being one of the top destinations for tourists. As we all know, tourism now in the Philippines is no longer for the rich. Even the lower and middle class can now afford to go to their dream places due to lower travel costs. There are numbers of Philippine destinations that most likely offer... continue
NUEVA VIZCAYA / BENGUET… MT. UGO TRAVERSE
MT. UGO (2,150+) Nueva Vizcaya and Benguet Jump-off points: Kayapa, N. Vizcaya; Brgy. Tinongdan, Itogon, Benguet LLA: 16.31916°N, 120.80166°E, 2130 MASL Days required / hours to summit: 2-3 days, 9-10 hrs Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 5/9, Trail Class 1-3 Features: Pine forests, highland villages, views of Cordillera peaks *From Pinoy Mountaneer Mt. Ugo Traverse is one of the favorites of... continue
NUEVA VIZCAYA… Spelunking Challenges at Capisaan Cave
I have only known few caves in the Philippines and Capisaan Cave is none of them. It starts when I tell a good friend of mine regarding my plan in visiting Northern Luzon. I mention to Jay that I will be visiting the caves in Tuguegarao. Jay then suggests to visit the caves in Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya. I immediately do some research on what cave he is talking about. I have not known any cave in... continue
BATAAN… Heritage Tours at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar
In every house they have at the resort, each one of them surely have some colorful history. Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar is offering free heritage tour to some of the original Heritage houses in place. Actually, it is part of their package when coming to the resort. After fixing ourselves, we go back to the reception area to checkout and avail of the free heritage tour. Upon giving us... continue
BATAAN… A Look Back at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar
Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar is a unique resort in Bagac, Bataan. It features some of the Heritage Houses from several provinces in the Philippines. Most of these houses are of Spanish Colonial themes. The resort also reflects the scenes during Spanish civilization. We are in a world of modernization nowadays. We now have tall buildings, modern bridges, modern technologies, high-tech gadgets,... continue