Tag: pulag

Mt. Pulag, the highest peak on the massive Philippine island of Luzon, is pretty famous. At just under 3,000 meters above sea level, it’s often the ‘first big mountain’ for many local hikers; the summit …

This is how you will enter the playground of the gods: with sleep in your eyes and dread rising in your gut at the prospect of a four-hour hike, a freezing campsite, and an early …

THE LOWDOWN What I Like: A multipurpose, all-weather, jacket that handles different weather systems well, all at a highly competitive price. What I Didn’t Like: Slightly bulky construction and hard-to-find zipper tab placements when wearing …

It’s the end of the year! When in Manila, this is the season when groups of friends and whole families go out of town – especially highlands and mountains – to enjoy cooler weather. I …

At the start of this month, I’ve made a pre-post here in When in Manila about my plans of conquering Mt. Pulag (you can see it here) and when that trip ended, I am here to …

When In Manila and seeking for an adventurous summer, why not try conquering Mt. Pulag? A different adventure where you trek instead of dive, something different yet a good cool-off for the summer heat would …

     The North Face hosts yet another grand adventure for the year called …     “Explore the Great Outdoors at the Great Camp Out“       Up for a weekend adventure with …

  When In Manila, more and more people are heading out into the mountains and beaches of our beautiful jewel of the Pacific.   Whether you just want to reinvigorate your senses in the cool …