Tag: Side Trips (Places to Visit)
Serenity at Lake Apo Valencia, Bukidnon
I’ve been to Bukidnon countless times already but Lake Apo has been elusive ever since. I remember my Bukidnon friends inviting me to go to this place after each climb, but somehow those “plans” doesn’t materialize. Until I went there with the Sox Bloggers and Bukidnon Mappers, I realized what I missed in...
Getting “the tan” from the White Island of Camiguin
Perhaps the most famous of all “beaches” here in the Province of Camiguin. You’ve never been to Camiguin if you haven’t been into this white islet just ten minutes away off Brgy. Yumbing. It stands out by being picturesque from above (aerial), on top of Mt. Hibok-Hibok, on the beach level and underwater, like...
Revisiting the Old Camiguin on a day tour
Perhaps one of the more typical tour of the province, Old Camiguin Tour is basically a quick peek into the island’s famed historical landmarks. Without question, I would recommend this tour for first timers in this island, right on their first day. Why? This tour gives you an idea how did this island came into existence-...
Enchanted by the Hinatuan River in Surigao Del Sur
dropcapT/dropcaphere are two ways of reaching the famed Hinatuan Enchanted River. If you don’t have your own vehicle, you can hire a habal-habal (an improvised passenger type motorcycle) from Hinatuan town proper to bring you to the river resort. Alone, this will cost you 200-250php so if you’re not a hurry, wait for more...
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Masjid: Grand Mosque of Cotabato City
Considered to be a masterpiece of islamic architecture, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Masjid or the Grand Mosque now stands as a landmark in Cotabato City. Located at Barangay Kalangan II, it was named after the Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Bolkiah who donated a huge amount just so this architectural wonder and place of worship materializes in...
