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Wednesday, July 16, 2014

My Boracay Trip Expenses and Itinerary

July 16, 2014 3 Comments
sunset in boracay

     It is our (me and my beau) first time to visit the world famous Island of Boracay and definitely will not be our last. We really enjoyed our 3d/2n trip and still want to go back because this island still has a lot to offer. We haven't explored even half of it but here's a simple computation of our expenses for 3 days & 2 nights on a low season.

boracay expenses for 3d2n


     DAY 1: We arrived at Caticlan in the afternoon so we just rested a bit and then explored D' Mall and watched the sunset at the beach. We had our dinner at a cheap, beachfront restaurant near Frendz Resort where we are staying.


This Sisig is gooood!

     DAY 2: We decided to go to Ariel's Point because this is the only whole day we can spend in the island. We aren't brave enough to cliff dive but the whole experience there is worthwhile. After that activity, we went to D' Talipapa to grab some souvenirs.
Souvenir from Ariels Point
Souvenir from Ariel's Point
jonahs fruitshake
Tried the famous fruit shake while waiting for the start of orientation 
the highest cliff
 Ariels Point
Old Captain Rum
Old Captain Rum - Drink-all-you-can


     DAY 3: Our flight back to Manila is 11 am so we didn't do much on our last day, just had some breakfast and stayed a little while in the beach. Enjoying the serene feeling brought by the cool breeze at the sea shore. Our Boracay trip isn't that jam-packed that's why it is not too expensive but this is a much needed vacation for me.

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Island Hopping Tour A and C Combination at El Nido Palawan

October 06, 2013 0 Comments
El Nido Beach Front
First, here's a plain itinerary of our 4D/3N Vacation at El Nido & Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

Day 1:     Flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa
               Arrival at Puerto Princesa Airport
               Ride a shuttle van going to El Nido
               Check in at Strong Tower Inn
               Sleep           

Day 2:     Wake up
               Quick breakfast
               Start of Island Hopping Tour A and C Combination
               End of Island Hopping Tour
               Shower, Dinner, Idle time, Sleep

Day 3:     Wake up
               Quick breakfast
               Start of Island Hopping Tour B
               End of Island Hopping Tour
               Shower, Dinner
               Ride a shuttle van going to Puerto Princesa
               Check in at Duchess Pension
               Sleep

Day 4:     Wake up
               Underground River Tour
               Side Trip to Ugong Rock
               Buy Pasalubong at LRC Market
               Check out from Duchess Pension
               Dinner at Airport Café to eat Crocodile Sisig
               Check in at Puerto Princesa Airport
               Departure from Palawan
               Back to reality este Manila


Island Hopping Tour A & C: 

Hidden Beach
Our first stop was Hidden Beach. Our bangkero said we can't go to Helicopter Island because of the high waves. 
Matinloc Shrine
Next stop Matinloc Shrine. A very nice place. :)
Top View @ Matinloc
After Matinloc, we went to another island where our guides prepare our lunch. 





I forgot to take a photo of the shrimp that is in the tupperware with pink cover (FYI: I ate most of it and i love it!)

Small Lagoon as our background
Sorry for our sweetness overload in this picture. I didn't think of taking picture probably because I enjoyed there. Our boat was anchored a bit far from the actual lagoon because the water is too low for the boat so we walked in the water then go underneath a limestone tunnel to get there. 
Reissa with the fishes of Shimizu
Next stop - Shimizu. The boat just stopped at the middle of the sea and the guide said we'll have fish feeding there. Reissa, our new found friend, jumped into the water and have a picture taken.

I really can't remember the name of this next island, sorry. And I don't want to mislead you guys so I will just not guest the name but you can still produce great shots in this island full of smaller form of limestone rocks. 

Big Lagoon
Since its low tide we walked to explore what Big Lagoon has to offer. Our guide told us to walk at the right side because they already cleaned that side of the lagoon from the sea urchins.


Our long day ends at 7 Commando beach where we experience the beautiful sunset at El Nido. 
7 Commando Beach
Sunset at 7 Commando
We had our sumptuous dinner at El Nido Skyline Grill. Oh uh! These pictures make me hungry. Haha! :)
Fresh Buko Shake



Check out my other Palawan Travel posts:



Friday, August 30, 2013

El Nido - Puerto Princesa Travel Expenses 4D/3N

August 30, 2013 0 Comments


          Here's a simple computation of our travel expenses when we went to Palawan last Aug 17-20, 2013. Me and my significant other decided to stay longer in El Nido rather than in Puerto Princesa because of the long travel hours going to El Nido. And if we are lucky enough to go back again, we can just stay in Puerto Princesa and experience the city in Palawan.

Check out my other Palawan Travel posts:

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Tribal Hills Mountain Resort Review

June 25, 2013 0 Comments


While I'm surfing the internet, I've been thinking of where to go to this summer together with my significant other. So while I'm on my routine of checking deal sites, I saw this deal in groupon: "Puerto Galera Trip Package with Accommodations at Tribal Hills, Breakfast, and Activities: For Two, Four, Eight, or Twelve Persons". I checked their website, some reviews, and came up with a plan. I discussed it with him and we both agreed on the price of the deal which is Php 3,960 for 2 persons - 3D/2N Package.

This will be our first time to go to Puerto Galera so we're both excited. I just asked some "gala na friends" for directions how to go there and thankfully with God's travelling mercy, we got there safe. The original plan was, he will make sundo of me from work and will go to Cubao to look for terminals going to Batangas Port but we were advised to just wait for a bus in Shaw Crossing so that's what we did. Luckily we are just on time for the boat ride so we didn't wait too long in the Port. (the boat ride goes from Batangas to Muelle Port)

Arrival at Muelle Port. Yey!!! Its Puerto Galera beybi! This is it!
In Muelle Port there is a shuttle that will take the tourists to their designated resorts (but you have to confirm that from the resorts that will accommodate you).

Arrival at Tribal Hills Resort

little fellow that welcomed us
Reception Area
Our Room. We checked-in at room 8. A very spacious standard room. The bed has another sliding bed underneath (sorry dunno what to call it haha!). 
The bedroom with 2 bath towels
Cable TV with red Remote :)
A Cozy Bathroom with Soap and Hot & Cold Shower
Veranda
Morning View from our room


It's there until we checked out
Cutie parrot that mimics some words I can't understand haha lol
Swimming pool & Jacuzzi




Our Breakfast
Good Points:
  • Accommodating and friendly staffs
  • A very nice place. Quiet and clean
  • Big standard room (I saw a mini ref in our room but its not necessary for us to use it)
  • Delicious food
Needs Improvement:
  • The shuttle car only has 3 schedules for rides going to white beach.
  • Food is a bit expensive. (But I think that is normal for a resort not near the beach)
  • No service phone. (It doesn't really bother us because they will give you cellphone numbers to call or text if you need anything)
The Verdict. Our experience in Puerto Galera is even greater because of Tribal Hills Resort. If you're not into night life and just want a relaxing weekend trip with family or loved ones, this place is best for you. Puerto Galera is one of the beautiful place the Philippines has to offer so don't miss it! ☺

Tribal Hills Mountain Resort
http://tribalhills.com/
(63) 917-575-0599
Facebook Page here

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Mini Adventure in Panguil River Eco Park

April 28, 2013 1 Comments

          It's summer! The temperature in manila everyday range from 30°C to 34°C, and this is the perfect time to relax and enjoy the heat. Last Sunday, my loves' family planned a family outing to celebrate his uncle's birthday. We gather at his uncle's place in Binangonan and since we rented a van, the transportation is hassle-free. I think its about 2 hours to get there from Binangonan because we did a stop over to eat a quick & light breakfast (and a bit of picture taking, too).