Living in the South PH

If you are looking for total relaxation, the River Ranch Resort in Palian, Tupi, South Cotabato is perfect for you. Whether it's a solo trip or camping with friends and family, it can be done here. Surrounded by lush greens, accompanied by the sound of a rippling brook, chirping birds and humming cicadas, it's nice to pass the time and release stress. They have A-shaped houses with a somewhat secluded location. A tent can be set up in the area. If there are many of you, you can rent all the A-houses, while others may set up their tents around the activity area, where there is a fireplace that could serve as the centerpiece for your conversations. Of course, for those who want to cool off, they have swimming pools complete with cascading waterfalls and fountains. Aside from the A-houses, for bigger groups, they have farmhouses that come with free entrance for as many as 12 people. The farmhouses are very spacious and have amenities for your comfort. You can also cook here, just...

Lake Sebu in South Cotabato is one of the favorite destinations of those who come to visit the southern Philippines. A lot of tourist have fallen in love with the idyllic town. Last April, my sister and her hubby wanted to visit Lake Sebu. So I, having been to Lake Sebu for countless times, acted as their tour guide. I made this itinerary below: 6:30 AM ETD from Alabel 7:30 AM ETA at Mariano's Blooming Petals Agri-Venture 8:30 AM ETD to Lake Sebu 9:30 AM ETA at Lake Sebu Seven Falls Adventures 9:30 - 11:30 AM Trekking to Falls No. 2 and Zipline Adventure 11:30 AM ETD to Punta Isla 12:00 NN Lake Cruise at Punta Isla with Lunch 2:00 PM ETD to Marbel 3:00 PM ETA at Apareja Buko Halo-Halo (Cancelled due to rain) 3:30 PM ETA at Durian Garden (Durian Pie) 4:30 PM Home Sweet Home MARIANO'S BLOOMING AGRI-TOURISM PARK Who can resist taking selfie with these sunflowers? They schedule the planting of sunflowers so that there will always be sunflowers in full blo...