Sunday, September 5, 2010

Boracay 2008

Again, another overdue post. Our Boracay trip in 2008.

This is my first time to ride a propeller plane, and I swear, I don't wanna ride this plane again. But I have no choice when I was tasked to go to Davao and from Davao I flew to Zamboanga via guess what...a propeller plane.


The Paraws. though I wqas not ablle to ride one that time.


The shore in station 2 is a bit messy that time because of the weather.



Nice sand castle.


Seafoods Galore at La Reserve.




Pasalubong and food trip at D'Mall. Our accomodation was just a few tumble away from D'Mall.



Cute ref magnets. I still have one lobster in my fridge now.



This is where e stayed. You can check out www.bansbeachresort.com. We got the standard aircon room and booked through www.boracay.com.ph.


The rooms are made of native materials and has a veranda where you can chillout at night. Ban's Beach Resort is a beachfront resort in between stations 1 & 2.

The room has a private bath, TV, aircon and mini fridge. 1 double bed and 1 single bed. The price is around Php 1,500 per night with breakfast. not sure how much is it now.

Boracay is breathtaking, The sand is just too fine like no other.



The famous Willy's Rock.


Lounging infront of Pearl of the Pacific on Station 1.



i think this is their Presidential Suite.






Discovery Shores that time is the newest resort in Boracay. (2008)

Discovery Shores' beach beds. They have the widest and nicest beachfront in Station 1 that time.


The Sands Bar






Discovery Shores' pool. Small but sophisticated.
Bean bags! It is really nice to have coffee here.








Fridays Station 1



Bamboo Lounge. This is where Bans Beach guests are served sumptous breakfast.



They also have a fine selection of drinks.

Juices galore!



What is Pinoy's breakfast without the "silogs'?



Nice ornaments.


tatoo anyone? Make sure you don't stain your resort's sheets 'cause they will seriously charge you for it.

We were able to visit our friend who works in Alta Vista de Boracay. The property is uphill and gives a super nice view ontop.

The Clubhouse






Inside one of the units. A view from the loft. This is nice for a small family who doesn't want the "busy" feel of the main beach.

The loft has 2 double beds which can accomodate 4 adults.


Alta Vista's Macapuno Leche Flan




Infinity Pool




We also walked through the resorts in Station 2. We tried Boracay Regency's Zhu Asian Cuisine.





Shakes and Cocktails from Zhu.


fire dance. These dancers are really fierce and fabulous!



On our last day in Boracay, we went back to Discovery Shores to cherish our remaining vacation hours.




And lastly, we went to Cyma for lunch. If I am not mistaken, this is the original Cyma branch befor it reached Greenbelt.


A Cyma visit is not complete without a Spinach and Artichokes Fondue.







Alona Beach, Panglao Island, Bohol

Though this is a bit overdue (as in super overdue), I would like to share our photos durring our first Bohol Trip in 2007. This is also our first plane ride together (my hubby, bf that time)

Alona Beach in Panglao island is a very serene resort. A perfect getaway from city life.
We stayed in Alona Tropical Beach Resort. For info, you can browse their website at http://www.alona-tropical.com/. During that time, we do not know yet how to do DIY tours so we booked through Filipino Travel Center (http://www.filipinotravel.com.ph/)

Here's a glimpse of their beachfront restaurant which serves sumptous foods. They even have gigs at night so it's really nice to chillout here and listen to the waves and wind while having cocktails.




white sand. white sand. white sand.







Here's a photo of their pool. Our room is a Poolside Fan room so we have easy access to the pool.



Too bad, the jacuzzi isn't working that time.


Mango Shake, yumyum!We rented a car from Alona Tropical to have a stroll of the city. First stop is a lighthouse (according to the tour guide, this is where Cesar Montano proposed to Sunshine Cruz. He even hired the Loboc Choir on this occassion)
Baclayon Church


The Loboc River Cruise is such an experience. The Boholanos really have a unique way of entertaininng people. They are sooo talented!


I did not enjoy the food much in this cruise, but the experience is really something remarkable.



Hello tarsier!






The hanging bridge. I'm too afraid of heights so I am the official photographer here.




Man Made forest. This is just so breathtaking. I hope we can preserve this place. One of a kind.


And of course, a Bohol trip wouldn't be compete without seeing the.....CHOCOLATE HILLS!





Below is the stairs to Hinagdanan Cave. There's a part inside where you can swim. The water is too cold in there!


Bohol Bee Farm is Bohol's rendition of Ilog Maria in Cavite where you can buy organic bee products.


Can't wait to go back to Bohol next year. this time with my family. I hope we can do island hopping to Balicasag next time!