Underrated Beauty of Masbate

          

          Known as the Rodeo Capital of the Philippines. Masbate is an island province in the Bicol Region, which lies roughly in the middle of the nation's archipelago. Its capital is Masbate City, and consists of three major islands: Masbate, Ticao and Burias.

Halea Nature Park (one of Ticao's gem) see more for details 

Masbate is endowed with rich natural resources, and other industries such as large farming, livestock and poultry raising. Along its coastal areas, fishing industry predominates. Agricultural lands are planted with rice, corn, root-crops and coconut.

Video of our 4d3n Masbate trip

(Full itinerary and budget below)

Mt. Ulap: Ampucao - Sta. Fe Ridge Traverse

         Mt. Ulap - the "mini Mt. Ugo", is one of the popular mountain situated in Itogon, Benguet. The trail opened to the public last October 2015, and has quickly gained numerous of hikers and trail runners.

Mt. Ulap Eco-Trail
Jump Off: Brgy. Ampucao, Itogon, Benguet
Exit Point: Brgy. Sta. Fe, Itogon, Benguet
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-4 hours
Specs: Difficulty 3/9, Trail Class: 1-3
Features: Grassland and pine ridges, scenic views of the Cordilleras, burial caves
Elevation: 3 Peaks: Ambanao Paoay 1788 MASL, Gungal 1814 MASL and Mt. Ulap 1846 MASL

Who's excited to bring their squad and brave that famous Mt. Ulap's Gungal Rock? Itinerary, budget breakdown and the things to expect before hiking the said mountain...

Two-day Jomalig Island Trip

There is more than meets the eye. Jomalig island is not just about its prominent creamy golden sand, or pink sunsets.

Touring Jomalig for 2 days and 1 night may be quick, and truly "bitin", but that doesn't mean we didn't enjoy our short stay. It is always up to us how we spend our time, yes?

Here's a video of our trip:


How to make the most of your two day stay in Jomalig?

Jomalig Island: One More Day In Paradise

          Why you should visit Jomalig Island? 

Jomalig Island is the smallest and farthest island in Quezon, its name came from the word "Humalik" meaning kisses, and later became Jomalig.

Not only its famed creamy golden sand is a target to all tourists and travelers, but also its pristine natural beauty that features agoho pine trees, clear turquoise colored water and lovely locals, the "Jomaligins". (SEE MORE)