Gian and Sheila
Exotic Islas de Gigantes: A Teaser for a Well-Deserved Summer Weekend Reward
Life is a beautiful reward. It is not just about working all day and all night, being continuously depressed over a loss or disappointment, being obsessed over perfection, or securing a positive social perception. Life is also about cherishing the company of good friends, family members, and loved ones. It’s about appreciating Mother Nature and […]
Experience Wood Carving with Backstreet Academy
Traveling is not just about seeing popular attractions, engaging in exciting adventures, or tasting delicious local food. It is also about taking part in the destination’s culture. It is about appreciating the unique trades, arts and crafts that locals uphold proudly. It is all about meeting humble locals and being mesmerized by their skills and […]
12 Amazing Videos To Encourage You to Travel Around the Philippines
The Philippines—this is it! This is the tropical paradise that you have been looking for all your life. Now, it’s time to visit our archipelago of 7,107 beautiful islands. These videos provide an infinitesimal glimpse of what the Philippines is all about and the wonders that await you. Whether you are a local, balikbayan, or […]
Bakhawan Eco Park: Knowing the Protector of the Shores
Mother Nature is harsh, powerful, uncaring and destructive. Her storms, tsunamis, sudden tidal rises and other natural calamities can snuff out hundreds and thousands of life in a single minute. Yet, she is also kind and considerate, and she has provided us landscapes and ecosystems that protect us from her awesome wrath. The Bakhawan Eco […]
Kawa Hot Bath and Bugtong Bato Falls: Cool Rewards for a Climb Well Done
One of the best things that mountaineering has to offer is often the reward that comes after it. The outdoor community calls these rewards “side trips,” and sometimes, they are even more anticipated than the main adventure itself! For Team Sweetie, we always strive to insert side trips during our climbs. After all, we deserve […]
Mt. Guiting-Guiting: The Majesty of Sibuyan Island’s Mountain King (Part 2)
For us, climbing mountains is more than just a sport. It is foremost a spiritual experience. We ascend mountains to seek an understanding of our place in this world, an explanation of our life’s purpose, a deep exploration of our souls, and an opportunity to face our fears. Mt. Guiting-Guiting, the toughest mountain we ever […]