Cebu

Payag Bouldering House: Pump it Up

By Gian and Sheila September 15, 2016 14 Comments

Rainy day. No budget for now. Crag is too far. Guide is unavailable. Uneasy at the company of pro climbers. No experience in climbing. Need more power, strength, and practice. These are all common reasons why people shy away from ascending their favorite routes in the crag, continue honing their techniques, or pursuing their interest […]

Malapascua Island: A Stunning Island Getaway for Your Ber and Summer Sojourns

By Gian and Sheila September 9, 2016 13 Comments

The ber months are here! For Filipinos, September is the start of the joyous Yuletide season, and the celebration lasts until January next year. But while other countries are gearing up for the bitter, cold season, the Philippines is blessed with a perennial tropical sun so everyone can continue to frolic in warm, pleasant weather […]

Malapascua Budget Inn: A Cool Haven for the Budget-Conscious Traveler

By Gian and Sheila August 30, 2016 17 Comments

We want to spend the bulk of our travel money in our activities and adventures. Thus, like many travelers, we always look for ways to keep their expenses for accommodation as low as possible. To keep our accommodation expenses to a minimum level, we rarely book in hotels. After all, why would we pay for […]

Experience Wood Carving with Backstreet Academy

By Gian and Sheila June 30, 2016 21 Comments

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 […]

MyBlueArth: Doing Our Share of Cleaning Our Seas

By Gian and Sheila April 27, 2016 23 Comments

Oceans cover 72 percent of our planet. This aquatic blue world influences weather patterns, forms part of the carbon cycle, and is home to an estimated 200 million species of marine organisms. The world ocean is a fundamental component of the planet’s hydrosphere, thus, it is essential for the survival of all known life. Sadly, […]

Wilderness First Aid Workshop: Training to Save Lives in the Outdoors

By Gian and Sheila April 22, 2016 14 Comments

You are happily trekking with your team deep inside a jungle-covered mountain. Suddenly, you hear a horrible scream! One of your teammates has slipped and fallen into a deep ravine. He lies in a heap, and you can see blood soaking his trekking pants. He seems to be drifting in and out of consciousness. With […]

Cebu Southern Ecological Farm: A Glimpse of Sustainable Organic Farming

By Gian and Sheila April 12, 2016 8 Comments

Are you sure that the fruits, vegetables, and grains that you are eating are safe and good for you? Chances are, it’s not. Sadly, that is the consequence of commercial farming, which is virtually the only way to feed millions of people. You see, farmers use synthetic chemicals to improve the yield of their crops […]