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Exploring Kalinga Province

Exploring Kalinga Province

Nestled in the middle of the Cordillera Mountains, Kalinga is a province in Cordillera Region rich in natural, historical, cultural, and even man-made attractions. It is surrounded by its neighboring provinces of Cagayan and Apayao in the north, Mt. Province in the south, and Abra in the west. Greater sections of Cagayan and Isabela are found on its eastern part.

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Published at 2018-03-10 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: Kalinga, exploring

Exploring the Agusan River in Mindanao

Exploring the Agusan River in Mindanao

I had been to the Agusan provinces several times before, primarily to take pictures of the majestic marshlands, but in April this year, I packed my bags for something else entirely. To call it a river cruise is a stretch, although there promised to be lots of hanging around the deck and looking at the sights. But perhaps “exploratory mission” provides a better description.

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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: Agusan, Mindanao, exploring, river

Exploring the Charms of Cuyo Island, Palawan

Exploring the Charms of Cuyo Island, Palawan

Towards the end of a 14-hour voyage from Iloilo City, I caught sight of land, lit by the orange glow of sunrise. The ferry I was on had bobbed across the sea through the night, rocked by monsoon winds, so finally stepping onto terra firma was no small relief. I would’ve kissed the ground if there hadn’t been a frazzled crowd, burdened by bags, eager to disembark and leave the port.

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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: Cuyo, Island, Palawan, charms, exploring

6 Must-Visit Dive Destinations in the Philippines

6 Must-Visit Dive Destinations in the Philippines

The Philippines is made up of a whopping 7,107 islands, many of which harbor pristine diving sites, so you’d really be missing out if you didn’t spend time exploring the nation’s underwater realm. From majestic pelagics to wonderfully weird macro critters and sunken ships, you’ll find all subaquatic life around our archipelago. But choosing from so many places can be a difficult process, so we’ve narrowed it down to just six:

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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: destinations, diving, diving, exploring

The Best Hiking Trails in the Philippines

The Best Hiking Trails in the Philippines

There’s more to holidaying in the Philippines than island life and endless white-sand beaches. Explore these six trails for a taste of adventure

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Published at 2018-03-03 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Documentary, Leisure, Travel

Tags: Tourism, adventure, exploring, hiking

Exploring Lanao Del Sur: 6 Things the World is Missing out

Exploring Lanao Del Sur: 6 Things the World is Missing out

MANILA, Philippines – In a land where tourism is largely unheard of, I ask myself, “Is journeying to Lanao del Sur worth braving the unknown?”

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Published at 2018-02-16 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: Lanao del Sur, exploring

The Best Day Trips from Manila

The Best Day Trips from Manila

While Manila has heaps to offer travelers of every stripe, the temptation to explore further afield and escape the city – even just for a day – has always been strong. Thankfully, you don’t need to venture far for a change of scenery. Whether you’re interested in a historic excursion, a bit of nature therapy, or an artsy adventure, make the most of your time with these handpicked day trips from Manila.

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Published at 2018-02-06 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Travel

Tags: Manila, adventure, exploring

In to the Twilight Zone

In to the Twilight Zone

At a spot that looks no different at the surface than the rest of the swirling blue-black that surrounds the bright yellow Filipino banca, two stoutly built crewmembers heave a 50-pound sandbag into the water and watch as nearly 300 feet of rope whiz past. When the line stops, they tie it off to two empty 20-gallon plastic drums and toss those overboard as well.

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Published at 2017-05-21 by Puerto Parrot

Categories : Documentary, Fauna and flora

Tags: biodiversity, exploring