with my Cebu City Marathon 2023 medal 42KM @ 42, Cebu City Marathon 2023 is my comeback run after three years. This makes the hype for runners who wants to be on the road again after the pandemic plus an exciting experience of running along CCLEX. This is my 7th Marathon but it feels like a newbie again. I have 3 months to train but I can’t find time to do it. All I’m doing... continue
Tag Archives: TRAVEL
Why is Travel Insurance important?
When we first think of travel insurance is just an additional cost to us. I myself oftentimes travel without it, mostly in my domestic routes. I am not saying that you too must not avail of it. It’s basically the choice of the traveler. Let me explain why I am not availing for travel insurance in most of my domestic routes. Simply because of the insurance coverage they are offering. Not... continue
TRAVEL GUIDE: BALER
Surfing is not new in the Philippines anymore. When talking of surfing, one may come to think of Siargao in Mindanao. In Luzon, there are two popular surfing locations. One in San Juan, La Union and the other is in Baler, Aurora. This is a simple Baler Travel Guide for everyone’s reference. THE DRIVE Baler is a 5-hour drive from Manila. There are two access roads in going to Baler. One... continue
SACRED VALLEY… The Unplanned Visit to Awanacancha
I wake up early to prepare myself for a day of adventure at the Sacred Valley. Breakfast is also early because my pick-up is at 6:20am. I am waiting at the hotel lobby for my bus, then my guide arrive. He give me all the documents for my Sacred Valley tour as well as my Machu Picchu adventures. Everything is also well organized. I have my round trip tickets to and from Aguas Calientes, my Machu... continue
CUSCO… Enjoying the Dinner Show at Tunupa
When my welcome service guide in Cusco asked me if I want to watch a show, at first I am hesitant. I don’t know what kind of show is that. It was not introduced to me by my contact at the agency. Then he shows me the brochure. I became excited when I read that a show was a typical Peruvian entertainment featuring Peruvian music and dances. And what I liked most was the buffet dinner... continue
CUSCO… The Fountains at Tambomachay
The last destination of our tour was at Tambomachay. It was also a short drive over the hills near Q’enqo. Before reaching Tambomachay, you can pass by some adobe houses along the road. The Puca Pucara which guarded the city’s entrance was also along the way with its beautiful panoramic view. We reached the place at 5PM and it was getting dark maybe because of the weather, a... continue
CUSCO… Exploring Q’enqo
Another archaeological site on the Sacred Valley is the Q’enqo. The location is also a short drive from Sacsayhuaman. When driving towards Q’enqo, you may not notice the place because its location is right on a hillside. Q’enqo is said to be one of the largest holy places in Cusco. It is also known to be the place for sacrifice and mummification. Different from other... continue