Fun Flying

This weekend adventure made me a happy wanderlust! It's a blessing to have family in such far away land. I consider my Tito Dan the coolest uncle/loving father/dream husband/karaoke king among the few men that I know, that's the kind of man he's made of. Plus I earned two little sisters from him - the bibang biba Carmella and charming baby Claire! Thanks to him for having us tag along on one of his hobbies - flying RC planes - just like a child opening toys on Christmas day! Waking up as early as 6AM is not a thing here in the UAE. Which is why bringing myself out of bed was well worth it. A roadtrip towards the middle of the desert - that's my thing! And the desert summer heat is surely starting to bite, but it didn't stop us from going out to play. Dubai-Al Ain Road was the makeshift runway for enthusiasts hobbyists flyers to put their toys on play. I took the chance to be on the controls (for the first time!) and what fun and freedom it gives you seeing your plane fly in the air! I mean, that's the closest thing I can get to piloting my very own airplane :)  

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I know it's been long overdue, but it's finally here! Our Dubai Miracle Garden Adventure (in squares).

Some photos have actually been uploaded to my Instagram Account, and some mmmmnnn may not!

Enjoy :)

Fujeirah

 

 

As part of the catching up to-do, I have something to blog about... Me and my silly adventures ;)

 This trip is a proof that my being a wanderlust is just too strong and unstoppable. Well, I'm not always sure what I'll do, but I'll do it. Seriously, travelling to Fujeirah with my Kuya's barkada, which is named under the alias 'Power Puff Rangers' (don't ask me why), was uncalled for! It took some 2 hour drive from Dubai and me at the back of a 2-seater Peugeot was well worth the sikip! (Lol! That's what I get being the bunso of the group. No harm done. Promise.)

The road to Fujeirah is an endless view of sand, a few camels (yup!) and a range of rocky mountains! We even had to stop for a few snaps of those natural wonders. First time to see UAE's nature in all it's glory, which is a testimony that I'm finally out of Dubai!

We spent the whole day chillax-ing, barbecue-ing, and lounging on our banig on the beachfront. Naaaks, Pinoy-style! The best part was at sun down when the group finally decided to get into the water. The speedy boat ride that brought us to "Shark Island" reminded me so much of the Philippines, Bohol to be exact. I just love the salt in my hair, sea breeze and clear blue waters. Made me feel close to home in that moment. Since we reached Khor Fakkan beach, water activities like parasailing and jetskiing grabbed our attentions at once. I really wanted to parasail. I just want to! To quench my wanderlust and thirst for adventure. And unexpectedly, I did fly that day! The fright and nervousness you feel just by watching other people do it slowly drifted away. (Wave after wave *wink) Once we were released from the boat, the feeling of smoothly taking off the ground was amazing!! Just letting go. Up there, all noise was shunned, the gush of the waves was enough pleasant sounds to listen to while the view of the mountains shaping up the coast makes you want to stay, up there. I've come to realize what peaceful really is. I was suddenly jealous of what the birds get to view at their own will. Sadly, I couldn't document that experience which I'd love to share! I should invest on a GoPro real soon.  

Unexpected rocky mountains and some parasailing action, Fujeirah will be a memory of firsts!

 

 

(c) photos grabbed from Kuya Jun, Ate Mich, Ate Che and Ate Jojie



Pico de Loro

I'm not exactly a sporty person, I don't do sports, but I sure am an Adrenaline Junkie! On this same day, exactly a year ago, I had this AMAZING experience to climb a mountain! Climbing a mountain sounds oblivious, but it is truly life fulfilling and changing. My sister and I happily joined a group of experienced mountaineers and were Drop. Dead. Excited! Recalling that day, we had our water bottles filled, rucksack ready and camera fully charged! 

An early morning jeepney ride to Maragondon, Cavite got us started that will take us to the site. People from all walks of life, men, women, teens, adults, buff, fit, experienced, non-experienced came together for one and the same goal: Climb up the mountain (which is optional) and Go back down (mandatory). At the sheer look of participants, one could tell who would make it or not. But that's not how it works for mountaineering. Sure one has to have the physical strength, but those who make it to the top are the ones with a lot of heart. Hours were spent walking and hiking trails, terrains, water streams, rocks and thick foliage. Nature will be your best friend on the journey, a little twig will help you lift yourself up, a steady rock will secure your every step and a tree's shade will give you a good spot to rest. And then, Mother Nature rewards! Reaching the peak of Mt. Pico de Loro was nothing I've ever seen or experienced in my life. I never knew such beauty. You feel VICTORIOUS that a small person, like me, has conquered a huge mountain. It's true that the hardest, most hidden places to go to, is a place worth going. This ADVENTURE I had is inexplainable. One must struggle to understand. But this I can promise, it is worth EVERYTHING!    

Pico de Loro, my baptism of fire in mountain climbing!

It's always further than it looks

It's always taller than it looks

And it's always harder than it looks