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Gabii Sa Kabilin Balangay: A Memorable Night Of Nostalgia
In a fast-paced metropolis where everyone’s in a mad rush, people in general don’t really care much about the past. With our technology evolving at a fairly rapid pace, we tend to focus on what’s new and trending. Every day, we browse our social media channels, hoping to find the latest trends and juiciest news on our favorite celebrities or smartphone brands. And, while there’s nothing wrong with keeping up with latest crazes, it’s still essential for us, to look back at the yesteryears, and admire the contributions of our forefathers. As they say, “the past is the key to our present and future”. And, luckily for us, Cebuanos, our…
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Cebu Safari And Adventure Park: An Irresistible Up-And-Coming Wildlife Haven
“The noblest art is that of making others happy” – P.T. Barnum. For movie connoisseurs, you may have caught a glimpse of this quote in the pre-closing-credit of the inspirational Hollywood musical, the “Greatest Showman”. And, in many ways, Cebu Safari and Adventure Park embodies this quote and reminds me of this heart-warming celebrated blockbuster movie. Just like the film’s protagonist, Cebu Safari and Adventure Park has been a little controversial, with so many naysayers, doubters and bashers bad-mouthing this wildlife haven. On popular Cebu travel Facebook pages, you’ll see heaps of people roasting it, saying that it’s inhumane and extremely expensive. But at the end of the day, both…
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Balirong To Lamac Traverse: Uncovering Naga, Cebu’s Unseen Natural Beauty
My new-look hiking crew has been truly a godsend, spicing up my getaways in 2018 in a variety of ways. Ever since I added a new bunch of hikers to my trips, my outdoor escapes have been nothing short of thrilling, eye-opening and mind-blowing. With their enthusiasm, cheeriness and insatiable craving for adventure, these wanderers have reinvigorated my spirit, injecting new life into my hikes. What’s more, their innate adventurous nature and lighthearted attitude have led to a multitude of new discoveries, such as Balirong and Mount Makatol. Even with all the scars and bruises in our escapades, I must say it has been a hell of a ride, exploring…
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Mount Bandilaan And Mount Alpaco: The Beauty Of An Unplanned Adventure
When I first saw Mount Bandilaan online, I wasn’t so thrilled and psyched to see it in person. Unlike most of the mountains that I’ve been to in Cebu, San Fernando’s peak doesn’t have awe-inspiring panoramas or a wondrous natural backdrop that will unleash your inner shutterbug. What’s more, there’s not an exciting or picturesque trail that leads to the summit of Mount Bandilaan. Truthfully, I was about to give it a pass, and even had plans to hike other trails or picture-perfect peaks that can quench my thirst for adventure. Yet, for some reason, I felt like there was a fascinating outdoor escape waiting for me in San Fernando,…
