After an overwhelming first day in Manila, with an unsettling feeling from all the homeless families near Intramuros, I knew for sure: I needed to head to the mountains. To the ancient rice terraces of Banaue. That decision became one of the highlights of my first Philippines trip. Why the Banaue Rice Terraces Belong on … Continue reading The Ancient Rice Terraces of Banaue, Batad and Hapao: Ultimate Guide