8 Challenging Hiking Trails in the Philippines

Philippine mountains do not measure to the likes of the great Mt. Everest (highest in the world - 8488masl), not even Kota Kinabalu (highest in Southeast Asia - 4,096masl). Primarily because, Philippines highest mountain - Mt. Apo reaches only to an elevation of 2,954masl. But what our mountains lack in elevation, it makes up for unique trail experiences to get to the summit. 

Here's a round-up of 8 awesome to challenging hiking trails in the Philippines. If you haven't been to any of these mountains yet, you haven't experienced real hiking in the country.

1. Sea of Cloud in MT. PULAG

Mt. Pulag is one of the most scenic hiking destination in Luzon. It boasts a 360 degree view at the summit and a breathtaking sea of cloud at sunrise. Between December to February, the temperature significantly drops and frozen dew in the morning is a common sight. Take Ambangeg trail for an easy hike or the Akiki trail for a bit of challenge. 

(Photo Credit: Jeoff Tan)

5 Ways to Explore Taal Volcano

Every adventure seeker and outdoor enthusiasts bucketlist would include an experience to explore an active volcano. Get a chance to tick off yours with these five easy ways to explore Taal - the worlds smallest active volcano on an island on a lake in an island. Confused? Don't put your mind on it, just choose an adventure and go.. 

Taal Volcano is a complex volcano in the heart of Luzon Island. Its last eruption was in 1977 but has consistently shown signs of unrest and have raised alerts several times in the previous years. Despite the looming danger of yet another volcanic eruption, its shoreline is home to thousands of Filipinos. The unique and beautiful volcanic landscape of Taal also attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. 

Here's how you can explore Taal, five different ways to suit your interest and physical capabilities.

8 Experiences as an Asian Female Traveling Solo in Southeast Asia

When you travel, you get to experience many firsts on the road. As an Asian female travelling solo in neighboring Asian countries, I thought I wouldn't be too surprised of things that will come my way. I was wrong of course, but being Malay, I was flexible enough to adapt to circumstances that welcomed me on my travel. 

Here's a round up of things I experienced from my solo travel around Southeast Asia. 

1. It's great to be Asian travelling in Southeast Asia. 

7 Must-See Coron Places on a Daytour

Searching for an island hopping trip that's easy on the budget? 

Book a flight and fly to Busuanga Island, Palawan, and get hold of the many karstic islands of Coron. 

Coron is located on the northeast tip of the Palawan Group of Islands. Flight to Busuanga takes approximately forty five minutes. There are service vehicles/vans plying around the island to get you to different destinations in Busuanga. Coron town proper is a PhP150.00 van ride from the airport. At the town proper, you'll have access to various hotels or lodgings at different price ranges, with or without travel tour packages.  Cheap places to stay also abound, and you could choose amongst a bunch of fan rooms or airconditioned ones. 

There are so many things to do and places to see in Coron.

 Here are seven must see places in Coron you can easily visit in a day or two.