A famous pastime in Cebu is going up to the mountains! Last Wednesday was an "open" day with my relatives, so decided to take them to Balamban for some cool air, ziplining, Bibingka - a type of rice cake - and sweet corn!
It is roughly a 1 hour drive from the city to Balamban. First stop was Adventure Cafe where everyone went on the zipline! Next, we went to West 35 (the name based on the 35 km distance from the city centre).
The moment we got there, the kids (teens) rushed to the playground! We did the rope course, used the mini zipline, and ran around like children. We then had some bibingka (Balamban's speciality) and hot chocolate for snacks.
Checked out the rooms there, and started to plan when we can stay over. With a private jacuzzi and bonfire, the honeymoon suite and the barakada rooms are totally worth it! Costing 6000 pesos and 5000 pesos respectively. Plus a view like that, who could say no!?
Enjoyed the cool and fresh air; definitely a relaxing day. Such a good way to relieve ourselves from the hustle and bustle of the city!!
