backpacking

Real deal backpacking in the mountains.

hangout

Sitting on top of the world famous rice terraces is a refreshing way to hangout. It was field preparation when I was there and the view was already stunning. Must be mind-blowing then when it’s almost harvest time, when the grains ripen, painting the fields golden yellow to brown.

FOOTage

Taking a breather on the Viewpoint-Bocos Trail a.k.a Bannawor Trail, in Banaue, Ifugao, Philippines. One of the nicest things I’ve done while home. Difficult, tiring yet awe-inspiring!

Just From My Window No More

I looked out the window and saw two round giant steel structures up the mountain towering over Marcos Highway. “That’s Mickey Mouse’s ears,” my older brother quipped. “Nah, those are radars on Mt. Sto. Tomas,” he tweaked with a grin. From that day on, I promised myself to one day make it there. Come rain