A trip to Mt. Pinatubo wouldn't be complete without sampling a ride in locally-assembled 4 X 4 jeeps, also known as four wheelers. In fact, they're your vehicular gateway to Pinatubo. Riding these sturdy vehicles of metal and steel makes the whole trip half-fun and half adventurous. Seven of us were able to squeeze in one jeep (including the driver) and our guide was seated by the hood, for lack of space. Anyway, I couldn't help but be amused when I asked the driver about the make and assembly of the jeep. The body was like a surplus Willys jeep, while the engine ... Continue Reading...
Day trip to Mt. Pinatubo: the once-raging volcano is such a beauty
A daytime trek to Mount Pinatubo -with a starting point in Capas, Tarlac - is highly recommended if you're looking for an activity you can do in one day. An overnight stay is also good if you're one who likes camping out. Overall, this was one trip I totally enjoyed this summer. It had the right combination of sightseeing, physical exercise and adventure, such as our rough ride in the those make-shift four wheeler jeeps - only in the Philippines! Viewing Pinatubo's magnificent crater lake for the first time was a breathtaking experience. It was like being ... Continue Reading...
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