Mount Makiling is an ASEAN Heritage Park rising to 1,090 MASL in the CALABARZON region. Managed exclusively by the UPLB Makiling Center for Mountain Ecosystems (MCME), the standard 2026 hike requires a mandatory guide (PHP 1,200), strictly enforced cut-off times, and a physical ID for entry. The Mariang Makiling Trail (MMT) is a 4/9 Difficulty minor climb, taking 5-7 hours to complete. Rising like a sleeping giant over the Southern Tagalog plains, Mt. Makiling is more than just a geological formation—it is a cultural institution. For decades, this dormant stratovolcano […]

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Originally published via PJ Media: What follows is a (mostly) unedited excerpt from my critically acclaimed, gold-standard expat travel memoir/existentialist treatise, “Broken English Teacher: Notes From Exile”: The degenerate felon with whom I had come to briefly reside in South Georgia in 2006 through a series of unfortunate events, in my younger years, asked me for a cigarette. Tyrone had none because he refused to buy any. Inhaling deeply the smoke he hadn’t paid for, Tyrone once said to me: “Get it how you live.” For sure. November 12, 2018: Me and […]

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In a world where modern conveniences often dominate daily life, there exists a quiet corner of paradise where you can observe the art of the natural world around you. Welcome to the Big Island of Hawaii, where locals don’t just live off-grid for sustainability reasons—it becomes a way of life generating spiritual nourishment, self-reliance, and a stronger connection to the land. Between the lush rainforests, pristine coastlines, and volcanic landscapes, living off-grid on this island offers a unique opportunity to embrace simplicity and sustainability in its purest form. For three […]

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Q. Tell us about yourself, how you joined the Museum Of Bad Art, and what you love most about working with the volunteers? I am a native Bostonian, retired from a career as a consultant to small businesses. In 1993, when my brother and his friend came up with the concept of a Museum of Bad Art, I offered to take on the role of Director of Financial Enablement. Around 2000, the other founders moved on to new ventures. I assumed the role of Executive Director. We have strived to […]

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Meet Russ Hedge, CEO of Hostelling International USA (HI USA) – The largest hostel network in the United States. HI USA was founded in 1934 and is a non-profit organization that offers hostel accommodations, activities and programs promoting inclusivity and diversity. Russ joins the interview to talk about how HI-USA is more than just an ordinary hostel that provides guests a bed to sleep in for the night. Q. Tell us about your journey into hosteling business. Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, my early interest was all about football, […]

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If you are an animal lover looking for a way to volunteer your time while on vacation, there are plenty of animal hospitals, rescue organizations, and animal shelters that can always use a helping hand when it comes to animal care! Whether you are an experienced veterinary professional or a first time volunteer, this article provides plenty of pointers on everything you need to know about volunteering abroad with animals. Where to Find Animal Volunteer Jobs For those who are new to volunteering abroad, it may seem impossible to know […]

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According to IUCN, there are close to 8410 critically endangered species in the whole world. These include but not limited to African savannah elephant, African wild dog, western lowland gorillas, and Eastern lowland gorilla among several other species. The mountain gorillas have recently made it off the critically endangered species to the category of endangered species because there is hope in the efforts of Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo conservation efforts. However there is more that need to be done given the relatively low population of the mountain […]

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Originally from Stratford-Upon-Avon, England, Howard first came to Sabah in 1995 as the pre-opening recreation manager of a new Shangri-La hotel in Sabah. He was there for 3 years and fell in love with the diversity of the state – mountain, jungle, stunning beaches and its awesome people “It was the gentle, humble and hospitable nature of the people that captivated me, such great people surrounded by such a beautiful natural environment. I knew I would return one day.”  He left Sabah at the end of 1998 and headed back […]

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In 2018, a group of young Thai football players and their coach found themselves stranded in the flooded Tham Luang cave in northern Thailand. The rescue mission that involved countless divers, military personnel and volunteers from many countries took over 2 weeks to safely pull every one of them out of the cave. The incident once sent a shock wave reverberating around the world. A year later, this nail-biting rescue event was made into a major motion picture “The Cave” by Tom Waller. I remember watching it on the opening […]

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This valuable traveler’s resource is based on personal experiences and accounts from a well-seasoned traveler; Brock’s book is a treasure trove of wealth – less so about about actual physical ‘hidden’ locations (although a few of these are sprinkled throughout the book) but more importantly about hidden discoveries relating to behavior, relationships and personal emotional discoveries. Brock digs deep into what it truly means to be a traveler but even more so, how to live a meaningful life that incorporates travel. He shares insights about how to find what matters […]

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Q. Introduce yourself to our readers. I’m Mike Corey, an Adventure Travel YouTuber and BBC Television Host, who helps people overcome their fears so they can travel the world. I have an online travel and lifestyle brand called Fearless & Far, not because I am fearless, but because I’ve built a life around doing the things that scare me most. Sound fun? Haha I’m a recovering scaredy-cat, and spent most of my life with a phobia of public speaking, now it’s my full-time career. A life of adventure and travel […]

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Traveling fast enables us to cover as many places as possible. Traveling slow has its perks, too. Meet Ryan & Emily, also known as The Snail Travelers, a couple who have been backpacking around the world at a snail’s pace since 2018. In 2017, a sudden health scare hit them with a realization that our time on this earth is impermanent, and every breathing moment is precious. A year later, they left their professional careers in the US behind and decided to become a full-time traveler, taking time to savor […]

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Discover an Authentic Modern Day Bonanza for All Ages VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. — Long before theme parks, amusement centers and family resorts there was Virginia City, a thriving modern-day Bonanza that was once the largest city west of Denver. Virginia City made a name for itself in 1859 when eager prospectors struck it rich and the Comstock Lode was unearthed. Seemingly frozen in time, Virginia City’s historical significance has been carefully preserved through the community’s shared culture of keeping the history alive. Today’s Virginia City is steeped in attractions, activities […]

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My trip to Haiti came about in the most random way. Haiti was my last country to visit in the Caribbean – it has certainly been on my radar for some time. A friend took a trip to Cap Haitien in the northern part of the country and spoke highly of his time there. I signed up for the American Airlines Aviator card – made a few purchases in the first few months triggering 60,000 miles. I soon turned around and cashed in those miles for this trip – and […]

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Nordic nation restricts tourists for one weekend in April and invites 100 visitors to join locals in caring for their 18-island archipelago in the North Atlantic New York, NY — March 2019 — The pristine Faroe Islands – a group of volcanic islands in the North Atlantic, halfway between Iceland and Norway – welcome approximately 100,000 visitors each year, attracted by the country’s dramatic scenery, including rugged cliffs, sea caves, spectacular waterfalls and an abundance of birdlife, not forgetting a population of just 50,000 Faroese people and their 80,000 sheep. […]

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