Adrenaline Romance

Cebu Southern Ecological Farm: A Glimpse of Sustainable Organic Farming

Posted by Gian and Sheila on April 12, 2016 in Cebu, Special Posts

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 and pesticides to protect their produce from the ravages of pests. While these substances can surely help in improving the volume of harvested crops, they also find their way into our bodies through the food we eat. They can wreck untold havoc in our systems without us knowing it!

Tags: Cebu Southern Ecological Farm, compost, Danao, fertilizer, Gloria Pocot, Healthcamp, organic farming Permalink

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HealthCamp: Snorkeling, Camping, Cooking, and Yoga by the Beach

Posted by Gian and Sheila on April 5, 2016 in Cebu, Special Posts

The demands and the fast pace of living in this modern society have resulted to people adapting a dangerously unhealthy lifestyle. We eat unhealthy food and drinks, exercise infrequently, work too much, rest inadequately, or drown ourselves in stress. No wonder there is an alarming increase of the number of people being afflicted with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and other health-related ailments.

Tags: Cebu Southern Ecological Farm, gourmet cooking, health, Healthcamp, Moalboal, Outpax, snorkeling, swimming, Tuble Marine Sanctuary, Yoga Permalink

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Sambawan Island: A Unique and Picturesque Gem in Biliran

Posted by Gian and Sheila on March 28, 2016 in Biliran, Island Hopping

The Philippines has more than 7,100 magnificent islands, each one with its own set of particular features and characteristics worth discovering. The uniqueness of each island, islet, outcropping, or sandbar is one of the things that makes our country so appealing to locals and foreigners alike. We had a chance to visit Sambawan Island, one of the most picturesque islands we’ve ever been to, right off the coast of mainland Biliran.

Tags: beach, Biliran, island hopping, Joni Bonifacio, Sambawan Island, summer adventure, Trexplore the Adventures, white sand Permalink

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Canyoning in Biliran: Daring to Take the Challenge of the Mighty Sampao River (Part 2)

Posted by Gian and Sheila on March 17, 2016 in Biliran, River adventure

Canyoning, or canyoneering, in the Philippines is a relatively young outdoor activity. But with all our country’s beautiful rivers and ravines, canyoning is definitely a great potential come-on for adrenaline-seekers all over the country and the world. Adventurers get to see incredible vistas as described exactly in fairy tales. They experience adventures that will make their hearts quake in excitement. More than that, they get to meet friendly people, experience the legendary Filipino hospitality, and visit amazing destinations as side trips. The stunning ravines of Sampao River in verdant Biliran are among the geological features that are deemed perfect for true world-class canyoning in the Philippines.

Tags: Biliran, Canyon, Canyoneering, canyoning, Canyoning in Biliran, Joni Bonifacio, Recolletos Falls, river, Sampao River, Trexplore the Adventures, Ulan ulan Falls, waterfalls Permalink

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Canyoning in Biliran: Daring to Take the Challenge of the Mighty Sampao River (Part 1)

Posted by Gian and Sheila on March 10, 2016 in Biliran, River adventure

Summer is here! We know you’re itching to spend it on something spectacular and exciting. So rather than simply head to the beach or the local pool, why not try to engage in an outrageous, crazy, and memorable extreme adventure that will both heat you up and cool you down? Summer 2016 is the perfect time for extreme adventures. Make yours an adrenaline-pumping one by canyoning in Biliran’s powerful Sampao River. We did it, and we’ll tell you outright that it is one of the best and wildest activities we ever did!

Tags: Biliran, Canyon, Canyoneering, canyoning, Canyoning in Biliran, Joni Bonifacio, river, Sampao River, Trexplore the Adventures, waterfalls Permalink

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Fast and Light Backpacking: A Talk About the Latest Scientific Way to Lighten Up Your Pack

Posted by Gian and Sheila on March 7, 2016 in Special Posts

Everyone who has been in the outdoors knows this horrible experience. We want to enjoy our trek, climb, or travel. But our backpacks, filled with everything including the kitchen sink, is wearing us down! Every step is a torture, and our shoulders feel as if they’re going to be wrenched off our bodies. If it’s only possible to simply throw away our ultra-heavy backpacks and go home!

Tags: backpacking, Leo Glenn Lao, light and fast backpacking, Outpax, ROX, Trekking, Upward Trail Permalink

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Binalayan Hidden Falls: Three Flows of Magic, Beauty, and Charm

Posted by Gian and Sheila on March 4, 2016 in Cebu, River adventure

“Beautiful things don’t ask for attention,” adventurer-photojournalist Sean O’Connell told Life negative assets manager Walter Mitty after seeing a magnificent but rare snow leopard through his camera. It may be just a quote from the 2013 adventure-comedy-drama movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. But the phrase rings true in real life—and in many destinations. The municipality of Samboan has its own gorgeous hidden wonder called Binalayan Falls in Barangay Bonbon.