Tucked away in the quiet town of Candijay, Canawa Cold Spring feels like one of those places you stumble upon and immediately want to keep a secret. The spring itself is a deep, almost perfectly round pool of unbelievably clear, icy blue water, surrounded by thick jungle that makes it feel even more hidden. Locals …

Binabaje Hills is one of those places that makes you stop and just take it all in. Tucked away in Alicia, in the northeastern part of Bohol, it’s a rolling ridgeline with endless green hills stretching as far as the eye can see. Getting there from Anda took about an hour, with the last 30 …

There’s something about long-haul flights and lengthy transits, which send me into a contemplative realm. I leave behind all of my simplistic daily thoughts and start to analyze my life from an external point of view. I start to question everything about who I am and the direction I am heading in. Thousands of feet …

If you are in the historic town of Cusco in Peru and looking for a day-trip adventure like I was, you need to check out the Humantay Lake hike (also known as Laguna Humantay). The steep but short 1-hour hike leads you to an unbelievably blue lake at the bottom of an enormous glacier. At …

Project Lombok came to a close and I needed to take a breather. A breather for me looks like 9-10 blog posts in a week, 55 kilometers of running, gym sessions daily and meetings. Yes, I have trouble relaxing. It’s an issue. Having said that, just having a base for the week is already quite …

The Adventure Bag Movement began in Panama and the first clean-up event I did was a full-day adventure. More than 70 people came from all over Panama and camped in the parking lot of our sold-out hostel in El Valle de Anton. We did two long hikes that day and collected hundreds of kilograms of …

I’ve put off writing this edition of the Weekly for a few days too many. I just didn’t want to rush writing about such an incredible week. Project Lombok was everything I had hoped it would be.  Project Lombok is a week where each of the participants paid a fee of $1500 USD to be …

Tour C in El Nido is the second most popular of the island-hopping tours, offering a mix of dramatic limestone formations, pristine beaches, and vibrant snorkeling spots. This tour is perfect for travelers looking to explore El Nido’s hidden treasures, including secluded coves and stunning underwater ecosystems. With stops like the famous Hidden and Secret …

Tour B in El Nido is like uncovering a hidden treasure chest of adventure and beauty. Known for its quieter vibe compared to the other island-hopping tours, this trip takes you to secret beaches, mysterious caves, and stunning sandbars that feel like they belong to another world. It’s perfect for those who want a mix …

El Nido’s Tour A is considered one of the best island-hopping experiences in Palawan because it combines some of the region’s most stunning and diverse natural attractions. The tour includes a visit to iconic spots like the Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and Seven Commandos Beach, each offering its own unique charm. …

If you’ve ever seen a photo of Siargao, you too probably resided with the rest of the population by quickly adding it to your bucket list. An island with a wonderfully unique vibe and culture. Siargao’s special culture is definitely a byproduct of its deeply entrenched surfing community. Additionally, it’s home to millions of palm …

Taraw Cliff, located in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines, is one of the most iconic landmarks in the region, offering panoramic views of Bacuit Bay and its karst limestone formations. It’s up there with my favorite viewpoints in the Philippines. It may only be a 30-minute journey to the summit but it’s also incredibly tough with …