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First Travel Abroad! (Part One)

Before going to the airport:

Step 1: Secure a Passport

Regular Processing: 950php (10-15 days)

Expedited: 1200 (5-7 days)

I got mine at DFA SM Manila and the processing time only took less than 30 minutes.

Step 2:  Print all necessary documents 

- Hotel Booking

- Flight Itinerary

- COE 

- Photo copy of your own company ID, PSA birth certificate

Airport Process:

Note: Make sure to go to the airport 2-3 hours before your flight to complete all the necessary procedures.

Step 1: Make sure to identify which Terminal you should go to. Terminal 1-3 are for International flights.

Step 2: Make sure to prepare your e-ticket or boarding pass upon entering the facility as most security guards would as for it

Step 3: Continue with the security and baggage check 

Step 4: Pay the travel tax worth 1620php at the airport cashier. Make sure to get the receipt as you need to present it upon check in.

Make sure that the travel tax you would be paying is not yet included in your ticket purchase or else you would have paid doubled. lol

Step 5: You may opt to do early online check in to save some time but you would still need to look for your airline’s counter to retrieve your boarding pass. The airport crew will inform you about your gate number and boarding time so be attentive.

The airline check in counter usually opens 2 hours before your flights. There are monitors around the airport that would show your airline and flight’s information.

Step 6: Immigration

Fill out the departure form that needs to be submitted to the Immigration officer. 

You can fill it out will in queue to save some time!

Line up to the Immigration area and prepare all the necessary documents to be shown to the airport officer. It’s important that you stay calm, polite and honest. The officer might ask you different questions like (where would you stay? what will you do in that specific country? Where are you currently working?) Answer only the questions that are asked. No need to explain! Show the documents IF they only asked for it. Wait for your passport to be stamped.

Step 7: Final security check

You would need to again pass a conveyor belt and have all your belongings scanned. 

Step 8: Boarding gate

Look for your boarding gate and make sure to just wait near the area to avoid no show.

Other helpful information to consider for NAIA Airport:

You may schedule your passport appointment here: https://www.passport.gov.ph/appointment

Your passport could either be delivered to your chosen address or you may pick it up at the same DFA you went to

You may request for your PSA birth certificate here: https://www.psaserbilis.com.ph/Default.aspx (This will be delivered to your chosen address in 2-5 days via 2GO) Fee is 365php

At the airport always practice active listening. Make sure to be attentive in most public announcements. 

There are security personells scattered around the airport so do not hesitate to ask.

Upon arrival:

We would basically follow the same procedure. Once the plane lands we would need to follow the queue that would lead us to the new country’s airport.

Step 1: Immigration 

In my case, I went to Vietnam for my first travel abroad and their Immigration officer didn’t ask for any documents. I just waited for him to look into my passport and stamp.

Step 2: Look for airport monitors to find the information where you should claim your check in baggage. 

Step 3: Secure a sim card or pocket wifi 

As for us, we paid 300php for a 5GB sim card. We purchased it online and claimed it at the Vinaphone’s counter.

Now you are good to go! I hope this blog post will help you. Enjoy!

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TRAVEL DIARY | BAGUIO 219

We are down to the last 2 months of 2019 and I am so glad I was able to squeeze in a little trip up North with the B! We are excited to finally escape our daily work routine. It was a great time to visit my brother Choi too, who is currently studying in Baguio.

I booked our hotel via ZENROOMS. (which is now my favorite hotel app! I love how they offer clean, comfortable yet very affordable rooms!) We chose Casa Bel Baguio that only cost us 1810.00php for 2 nights. (I used a 20% promo code too!) You can’t expect much from it as it is very basic though I was surprised that ours included a balcony and a decent parking space. This is probably one of the reasons why we didn’t opt for the prettier options on AirBnB. Madaming mas maganda but it’s either mahirap puntahan or there are no guaranteed parking space. Casa Bel located along Marcos Highway which is 15-20 minutes away from the city proper.

We didn’t visit the other common tourist spots because we’ve been here a few times already. We only went to Camp John Hay just for some photo ops. They do offer a lot of cool adventures but were too lazy (or scared lol) to try any. You can check the list here: https://campjohnhay.com/explore.html

Inside Camp John Hay is a garden called Bell House. We paid an entrance fee of 48php/head.

WHERE TO EAT IN BAGUIO:

ARCA’S YARD

Location: Tiptop, Ambuclao Road, Baguio City

We had our first breakfast in Baguio at this very dreamy cafe called Arca’s Yard. It is located approx. 15-20 minutes from the city proper. It is an old 3-story house converted into a very cozy and homey restaurant. We sat on a table beside a white wooden window where I enjoyed sipping my hot chocolate drink while I appreciate the beautiful view of tall Pine trees swaying outside.

WE ORDERED THE FOLLOWING:

LONGGANISA - (165)

HUNGARIAN SAUSAGE WITH BACON AND GG - (210)

CACAO HOT CHOCOLATE - (75) ugh! this one set the bar up high. I love how authentic it tastes.. it’s perfect for the cold breeze outside.

CREAM OF MUSHROOM - I forgot to take note of the price. The B ordered this one and he really liked it. He said the smooth texture of the soup is very creamy and tasty. It’s like the ingredients melt and dance in his mouth which he really liked.

HODORI KOREAN AND JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Location: Mabini Street | Session Road

I craved for Samgyupsal on our first night in Baguio. This one is located near Session Road so we gave it a try.

390PHP/per person for unlimited meat and serving dishes

You’ll get 4 types of meat: Samgyupsal (Pork Belly) Woosamgyup (Beef Belly) Pork Bulgogi and Beef Bulgogi

They also offer additional serving dishes: (which are also part of the unlimited)

- Shrimp Tempura (which to my surprise doesn’t really taste like one. PLEASE SKIP THIS)

- Fried Chicken

- Seasoned Chicken

- Kimbab

- California Maki _(This together with the Japchae were okay)

- Japchae

*Note that they do offer Korean ice cream but it is no longer part of the unlimited :)

GLENN’S 50′S DINER

Location: 92 Upper General Luna Road**, Corner Brent Road

I honestly have high expectations with this diner as a lot of bloggers have been raving about this. (There is another branch which is only called “50′s Diner” located inside Porta Vaga mall) The B and I arrived there just in time for lunch so we had to wait for about 10 minutes before we got our table. I was expecting it to look close like the Filling Station in Makati but the retro vibes was not really there. Maybe because it was too small and the place was packed with customers when we went there.

WE ORDERED THE FOLLOWING:

GRILLED PORK BELLY - 135PHP (Soft and tender meat. It was good!)

BLT - 1150PHP (The bun was really big! I enjoyed my burger though nothing was really special about it)

CREAM OF MUSHROOM - 60 (This one doesn’t taste home-made. I feel like they used those easy-cook sachets to make this)

STRAWBERRY MILKSHAKE - 70 (I am a sucker for Strawberry milkshakes and this one was what I really loved. The combination of milk and strawberry was perfectly blended. It was not too sweet and I find it very affordable for the big glass.

BAGUIO CRAFT BREWERY

Location: Marcos Highway

This is another must-try place in Baguio as it gives a whole new social drinking experience. Too bad we went there during a black out in the area so we were only able to check out the roof top without experiencing the view of the city lights below the building. It was a great experience as it was my first time to try craft beer. How it works is you have to go to the cashier where all the craft beers are located. You may ask for free taste until you find what beer really suits your liking.

We ordered the following:

Lagud - Strawberry Fruit Beer - (180PHP) I played safe and ordered this one. hehe This was actually my brother’s first choice. It was good. It tastes like wine to me!

Kraken - mixed with coffee - (190PHP)

English Man in New York - mixed with caramel - (190PHP)

SIZZLING PLATE

Location: 116 Session Road

The B has been eyeing this the moment we passed Session Road. We could see a lot of people dining in so we finally gave it a try on our 2nd night in Baguio. We were surprised that this restaurant is the same one we see inside SM’s food court. However they do offer bigger serving that still didn’t hurt our pockets.

WE ORDERED THE FOLLOWING:

GRILLED PORKCHOP 

T-BONE STEAK - 240PHP

SALISBURY STEAK - 161PHP

CREAM OF MUSHROOM 

ILI LIKHA ARTISTS VILLAGE

Location: Assumption Rd

You should definitely consider going to this place when you go to Baguio. It’s not your typical food hub as the entire place was built with big trunk of trees. All the pieces made to assemble the food hub are recycled which is really evident if you would walk around the place.While appreciating the crazy aesthetics of the entire place, you could fill in your stomachs from the different food stalls inside. You can order from any of the stalls and they would bring you your food wherever you want to be seated.

We ordered the following: (We ordered these from 3 different merchants but I wasn’t able to take note of each names)

BALBACUA - 75 (I’ve been curious about this too as I’ve read this dish in a lot of other blog post. They said it taste like “pares” which I don’t really eat but I gave it a try anyway... locals, please don’t get mad at me but I feel like matabang siya. :(

RICE - 35 (I ordered one rice because the dish doesn’t include it yet)

BULLET PROOF COFFEE - 110 (Coffee is always a good idea anyway. I loved this!)

PINIKPIKAN - 110 (Here’s another dish we got curious with. It turned out it taste exactly like Tinola hehe masarap!)

ALIGUE RICE WITH BAGNET + 1 STEAMED RICE - 170 (I enjoyed the Aligue rice as it was very tasty and flavorful pero naumay kami with the rich taste so mixed it with steamed rice hehe)

SAGADA COFFEE with 1 free refill - 50

This is a little bridge going to the other side of the food hub. 

you can dine wherever you want!

This one is pretty awesome! They have a small theater designed with wood and trunks. I believe this is where they would invite people and play indie films.

OTHER INFO I WOULD LIKE TO SHARE :)

- Total gas was 2000.00 for an AT Sedan Hyundai Accent (departed from Tandang Sora, Quezon City. 3 days stay. Including city driving)

- Total toll gate was around 1300.00

- Total budget for pasalubong was 600-1200.00 (Dun kayo sa Public Market nila bumili kasi mas mura yung mga pasalubong dun. Mas makakatawad din. Sample pricing: 120php for the big Choco Flakes, 80php for 1 pack of cheese bars, 100php for 7 Fuji Apples, 80php for the Lengua)

- If it’s your first time going to the night market. Only bring a small bag or purse. Expect na sobrang daming tao talaga. They open at 9PM :)

- Looking for the best cake? YOU MUST TRY VIZCO’S STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE! Located along session road :)

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VIDEO DIARY | BAGUIO 2019

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Travel Diary | Byaheng Norte | Ifugao, Bontoc, Sagada and Baguio

“I was tucked in our velvety soft comforters as I enjoy the cold wind breezing in our room’s open window. I couldn’t remember any of my dreams that night but I felt like I had a lot. It was one of the best deep sleeps I had in awhile”

This was the second road trip I had with my grand parents. (First one was in La Union. Click ME for the blog post) I love travelling with them because we both enjoy almost the same things. They’re fun and cool and let us do whatever we want to do.

My Abuelo and Abuela were scheduled to visit some relatives in Mountain Province. I, together with the B and my 2 uncles tagged along for the adventure. We left Manila at around 9:30 in the evening and arrived in Mountain Province after almost 11 hours of travelling.

Before reaching our main destination, we stopped at one of the viewing decks for Banaue Rice Terraces. The famous Hagdang-hagdan palayan that we only see in our elementary text books was now in front of us in real life! It looks very magnificent tho it makes us sad to see that there are already a lot of houses being built in and around it.  

From Ifugao, it was another 45 minutes travel time before finally reaching Bontoc. I couldn’t imagine seeing a whole new community living mountains away from the metro. It felt like the whole rural place was like Riverdale where in they have their own world and life on their own.

Life in Bontoc is very simple. They don’t have shopping malls or any of our favorite fast food places. They only patronize their own local shops, mini bars and restaurants. Just like any other Filipinos, they do love to sing and drink together with their barkadas but to my surprise they still strictly follow the 10PM curfew.

HOW TO GET TO BONTOC, MOUNTAIN PROVINCE:

1st Option via commute:

Take Coda lines that is bound to SAGADA (It will pass through Bontoc and you can alight there) (Coda lines is located along Cubao, EDSA in front of 5 star) (Fare is at 760/each regular - 980php/each deluxe) (You may opt to book online via biyaheroes.com but note that service fees apply)

Other notes to consider:

2 stop overs

If you will alight Bontoc fare is at 725php/each regular and 935php/each deluxe

Available schedule are at 8:00pm, 9:00pm and 10:00pm DAILY

Online booking should be done 2 days before your travel time. Walk ins are also an option but make sure to go there an hour before to secure a slot.

2nd Option via commute:

Take Victory Liner that is bound to Baguio (click ME to check the fare and schedules available)

From Baguio take the Rising Sun liner bound to Bontoc

Other notes to consider:

2 stop overs

Travel time from Baguio to Bontoc is around 5-6 hours

Expect that there are no fancy hotels in Bontoc. We stayed at an old hotel that offers 800php a night, for 4 people. The hotel is not maintained yet it was clean. Globe reception can also be a little difficult inside their establishments. It’s also very strange that there are a lot of stray dogs around. I heard horrible rumors that locals there love to eat dogs too. :( It’s a disturbing culture I will never understand. Just the thought of it makes me sick and angry. 

After 3 nights in Bontoc we planned to stay another night in Baguio before heading back home. Sagada was just 20 minutes away from Bontoc so we decided to eat brunch there first. Temperature was 3x colder up there. Too bad we hadn’t have enough time to check out their tourist spots because all attractions require at least 30 minutes to an hour trekking time. 

The cold wind and rain collide as we bravely travel the crazy zig-zag path to Baguio. The air was covered in thick fog but thankfully we arrived safely after 6 hours travel time. 

We stayed at City lights hotel. It was strategically located a few blocks away from the famous Session Road. We ate dinner at Rose Bowl (authentic Chinese restaurant) then the B and I decided to take a stroll down their night market. I was able to finally try their famous Strawberry Taho (30php/cup) (It was gooood but I didn’t finish the whole cup ; thinking I might get diabetes in an instant lol)

We also scored a few good deals in their Ukay-ukay. I found a nice red sweater for Bri that only cost 30php! Imagine that! We head home at around 10 or 11pm to finally call it a night. 

I was tucked in our velvety soft comforters as I enjoy the cold wind breezing in our room’s open window. I couldn’t remember any of my dreams that night but I felt like I had a lot. It was one of the best deep sleeps I had in awhile. 

We went to Strawberry Farm, SM and we ate at a Steakhouse the follow day before heading home. I wish we had more time to visit all the other beautiful places Baguio has to offer. Surely the B and I will go back soon!  

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Travel Diary | L’Sirene Boutique Resort | Baler, Aurora

Finally, Baler has been ticked off our getaway list (thanks to the B’s family outing!)  We had the best 3 days of our lives at L’Sirene Boutique Resort located at Purok 6, Barangay Reserva, 3200 Baler, Aurora. Our travel time was around 6-7 hours from Manila. (I am not sure tho on how to commute going there because we rented a van for this trip)   

Baler is a famous surf spot in Luzon and most people would consider staying in Barangay Sabang where all the other hotels and restaurants are located.  However our beach front resort is located at Barangay Reserva which is an 8 km drive from all the buzz and it is actually the only resort in the area. The entire place is very peaceful and quiet so you will definitely have an easy-breezy moment taking those wide angled OOTD shots ;)

The resort offers a fresh and cozy Mermaid vibes theme. Each room have a very cute Mermaid blanket and a hammock hang near each door. There is also a long 3-feet pool in the middle of all the rooms making it easy for parents to look after their kiddos. 

They also offer a bar and restaurant called HNGRY MRMD. The food were all good but let me at least share with you my favorites: Surfer’s Breakfast (189php) (tocino with fresh tomatoes, eggs and garlic rice), Pork Tonkatsu (249php), Sinampalukang Manok (269php) and Dabarkad’s Bagnet Pancit. (269php) The main courses are good for 2-3 people. 

Of course, another way to enjoy the serenity of the place is to stay at their open lounges with a happy glass of cocktail or an iced cold bottle of beer. Too bad they do not offer my favorite drink (Mojito) but i found a pretty good substitute. The B’s sister and I fell in love with their Spiked Basil Citrus Slush (169php/glass) The boys ordered Red Horse and Pale Pilsen but they do also offer hard drinks just so you know.

Other things to consider:

The place is PET FRIENDLY. Yey for my co-fur mommas out there!

Weak to zero connection for SMART users

Don’t expect much on the hotel’s WIFi too (but LTE and 3G is available for Globe users)

Surfing lessons are available (price starts at 400php. 200php for 1 hour lesson and another 200php for the surf rental)

Bonfire by the beach (500php per night) Remember to reserve a slot at the reception because they only offer 2 or 3 sets per night

Expect to see a lot of frogs hopping around at night time :)

They offer FREE parking

For more details please check their website: http://lsireneboutiqueresort.com/

If you want to try out a different restaurant you may opt to go to this 200php buffet called Gerry Shan’s place located at Barangay Sabang. They offer a wide variety of Filipino dishes.The food were okay but most dishes tho were too salty for my liking. 

We playfully laugh and jump in the middle of the shore as the waves wildly approach us. indeed this is another summer story to remember.

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Travel Diary | Bukal Falls

After almost a year of not exploring new adventures and places, I am finally back with a new travel diary! Gosh, at last after 11 long months I can finally use my hashtag #toldyoushecangoplaces again!  

The B and I initially planned a day trip for just us two but we ended up tagging along all my siblings. It was exciting because it was our youngest sister’s first trek and travel with us. We agreed to try Bukal falls. I’ve searched about this place before and the photos on the internet were all magical and beautiful. I just knew it would be a great experience for all of us. Also, my brother, Ryan, have already been there so it was a breeze for me to no longer worry and plan about our whole itinerary. 

HOW TO GET THERE:

(From Santa Rosa, Laguna)

Ride a jeepney bound to Crossing - 20php/each (Balibago terminal or you can wait for them to pass along Waltermart, Santa Rosa)

alight along Waltermart, Calamba then wait for buses bound to Santa Cruz - 61php/each

drop off is at DLTB station (approx 2 hrs travel time)

Ride a jeepney bound to Majayjay - 33php/each 

alight tryk terminal bound to Bukal falls  (approx 45 mins travel time)

take a tricycle going to the Brgy. Bukal Multi Purpose Hall - 15php/each (5 mins travel time) (This is where you will register and start the trail)

(From Manila)

Ride a bus bound to Santa Cruz (Jacliner Cubao/Buendia terminals or DLTB Buendia terminal)

drop off is at DLTB station (approx 2 hrs travel time)

Ride a jeepney bound to Majayjay - 33php/each 

alight tryk terminal bound to Bukal falls  (approx 45 mins travel time)

take a tricycle going to the Brgy. Bukal Multi Purpose Hall - 15php/each (5 mins travel time) (This is where you will register and start the trail)

It took us about 30 minutes trekking time to reach the falls. The trail was easy even for beginners yet there are still parts that can be challenging, steep and slippery specially when you are about to reach the stream and waterfall. Proper trekking shoes/sandals are very much encouraged to avoid accidents. 

We went there on a Sunday and I was surprised to see a huge number of visitors! It seems like the municipal doesn’t limit head counts per day.

(You will have to cross this man-made bridge to reach the falls)

We brought packed lunch and had a little feast on top of some big ass rocks.

If you try to search Bukal falls on Google most photos will give you a very peaceful thin little falls with crystal clear blue and green plunge pool. Yet when we arrived there, the weather was gloomy and it was drizzling almost the entire time making the current (I guess) 2-3x faster and the volume bigger than usual. Tho we were not able to see the enchanting plunge pool I am really happy to experience such spectacular waterfall. 

Things/Info to consider:

Given the fact that there were many visitors when we came there, I am happy to see that the entire place is still clean and trash free. (May we all keep it this way please!)

There is a Sari-sari store available in the middle of the trek 

Expect to swim in an ice cold stream

TAKE NOTE that the last trip for jeepneys that are bound back to Santa Cruz is at 6-6:30PM

(If you are also from Santa Rosa, Laguna) You may opt to get off at the Balibago van terminal near Jollibee Pagsanjan (jeepney drivers are familiar with it) (1oophp/each)

There is a small Bed and Breakfast hotel available in front of the Municipal hall if you want to spend the night there.

Fees to consider:

Environmental fee 20PHP/each (to be paid at the multi purpose hall)

Tour guide fee 300PHP (I think this is the standard fee) (to be paid at the multi purpose hall)

Life vest rental 50php/each (this is optional tho)

Shower fee 10php/each

Budget per head is around 400php (without food) for a group of 5

 “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page” - Saint Augustine

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DIY TRIP TO MT. PINATUBO

I have once said that I will never try hiking again but here I am composing a decent blog entry about our latest adventure to Mt. Pinatubo. The massive destruction it caused back in 1991 is definitely worth to see in person. 

My good friend, Dewey and I originally planned this trip together with some other friends but due to work related issues they were not able to join. GOOD THING my #GoProsWithTheGoBros are always ready for adventure! So the 4 of us ended up travelling. I’ve read a lot of blogs about trekking Mt. Pinatubo and I most of them actually considered booking travel tours but travel tours are better for large number of head counts. So again we bravely went there just following blog reviews and Google Map which is actual cool and more byahero feels. HAHA

HOW TO GET THERE:

1. Take a bus in Cubao/Pasay bound to Capas, Tarlac and asked to be drop in Mcdonalds, Capas

(There are so many terminals to choose from but we chose Solid North because it looks newer and cleaner. Fare is at 172php/per head)

2. Take a tricycle going to Brgy. Sta. Juliana which is where the Tourism office is located 

(Read there are 2 ways to get to the Tourism office. It’s either you ride a jeepney going to Patling then take a tricycle from there going to the Tourism Office. Honestly we don’t find that convenient so we took the tricycle going straight to Sta. Juliana. Here’s a bit of a catch you might want to consider. At first 300php singil for a one way trip for 2 persons ha! Eventually we were able to bargain down to 250php for 2 persons. I can say it’s worth it kasi the travel time took us for around 45 minutes! Naka-kontrata nadin si kuya driver samin going back to Mcdonalds kasi dun din kami mag wait for the bus going back to Cubao)

The 4x4 ride is definitely blood pumping as we drive over rocky and rough roads and streams but let me tell you a bit of a story about our registration! Upon arriving in Brgy Sta Juliana at 8AM we saw that the queue outside the Tourism office was SUPER long. The tricycle driver immediately offered his “kakilala” I was honestly a bit skeptical about the idea because I was worried baka dadalin kami ni kuya sa mga colorum baka mas-hassle. Still we said yes kasi katabi lang halos yung place na sinasabi ni kuya. There we met the owner of Alvin’s Mt. Pinatubo Guesthouse and Tours (Sir Alvin himself hehe) Medjo nega vibes na ako ng konti kasi yung mga reactions nila bakit daw hindi kami naka registration eh weekend.. blah blah. Pero bumawi naman si Sir Alvin assuring us na gagawan niya kami ng paraan as soon as the last 4x4 is fixed. While waiting we were already asked to sign waivers and registration forms. They were kind enough to offer their comfort rooms and sell water without markups. We were asked to pay 1575php/per head (ALL IN which includes the 4x4 registration, Tour guide and Entrance fee) Let me give you the break down:

3000php - 4x4 ride (back and forth)

500php - Tour guide (It’s mandatory to get one)

300php - Entrance Fee

As you expected we were lucky and blessed enough to get a last minute registration kasi nga nagawan kami ng paraan ni Kuya Alvin! :) 

It’s super exhausting and dehydrating walking under the scorching sun because most of the trail are open mountains and rocks. (In short walang lilim! haha) However the experience was ALL WORTH IT. I kept on stopping because I want to capture the beautiful damage the infamous Mt. Pinatubo has created and left. Once you reach the crater it’s breath-taking. Aside from the fact that you can now get shades from the trees there, looking at the crater also gives you unexplainable bliss beause it’s just too perfect.

THINGS YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONSIDER:

We left Cubao around 4:30AM and arrived in Mcdonalds, Capas around 6:30AM (I believe there were 2 pit stops)

We ate our breakfast in Mcdonalds and bought sandwiches for lunch. (Try to consider packing light food. You’ll trek for around 1 hour and it’s more dehydrating so buy or bring lots of water. Kami we didn’t bring any water jug good thing there is a 711 near Mcdonalds.)

You can bring your car with you up to the Tourism office where they offer paid parking around 50php-100php

The 4x4 registration is strictly up until 10AM only! You can start your adventure as early as 6AM I believe.

Many also consider staying overnight to guarantee their 4x4 registration I recommend staying at ALVIN’S MT. PINATUBO GUESTHOUSE AND TOURS. They offer for as low as 500php per head with breakfast. Click the link to be routed to their Facebook page :)

Expect to get a little bit dirty in your 4x4 ride so bring headware, towel or scarf to cover your face.

During the 1 hour trek walang CR pero upon arriving dun sa waiting area after an hour meron public comfort room dun one for male and another one for female. There is another one almost near the crater.

NO RECEPTION! Starting from the tricycle ride going to Brgy Sta. Juliana nawawala na yung signal ng Globe hanggang totaly mawala na siya. I heard Sun Cellular has signal in the area but I’m not 100% positive about it. 

The 1 hour trek was easy and definitely okay for first timers. You just might want to wear shoes that can be wet because you’ll also pass by streams. (I actually dipped my feet intentional kasi super init and ang tempting nung flow nung stream hehe)

SWIMMING IS NOT ALLOWED

You can bring small mat or anything you can sit on (kasi pweds kayo mag latag and picnic dun sa wide view deck sa taas) 

MORE PHOTOS..:)

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DhinMua <3