Life as you make it...

Monday, March 5, 2012

Guimaras: The Small Island i called Paradise (Pristine Guimaras)

The pumpboats docked at the port, waiting to Sail you away.

The pumpboat that introduced us to the Pristine Island of Guimaras, which i also called Paradise.

The ride going to the resort was bumpy and exhausting, but i know in my heart that it's gonna be worth it.

Not mindful of the dust, bumps and messy hair encountered on the trail, giddy as a little kid i was able to appreciate each and every view the island offered.

How HAPPY can my heart get? I think I'm inlove with the place with just the sight of these luscious mangoes! Finally, I'm able to taste the much talked about "Guimaras mangoes".

(How i wished i brought some bagoong with me.)

Don't be deceived by the plain, bare and boring exterior of the Resort. It surely has LOTS to offer from extra-ordinary sights (rock formations, caves, sanctuaries) -- adventure trails -- clear, white sand beach and moooooore.

Never stop challenging yourself, take a walk even if it seems like you're going nowhere and get ready to be astounded with every sight you take.

Linger on the beauty for a while, and then capture a vivid picture of it in your mind that will remain a lifetime.

Their resto gives you that under the sea feeling. I loved the sound the shells (decors) made as the wind blew.

How would you feel if this picturesque sight greets you in the morning? If this isn't love, then i don't know what it is. It surely took my breath away.

Bamboo Bridge and Mangrove Sanctuary

Some rooms overlooking the sea...

(Let the waves lullaby you, and the view of the endless sky be a part of your dreams at night)

More astounding creations to awaken your soul and inspire the heart...

I must say that i loved the exclusivity of the place. You can just sit on the shore and let your eyes feast on the beauty of nature or listen to the waves while the clear water splashes on your toes, or maybe just let your imagination play as if you're a princess waiting for your prince, with the sight of the white balusters.

"The Breath-taking CAVE"

Proof that, beauty can't be readily seen on the outside. You must take an effort to see through things deeply and you'll just see yourself surprised on how awe-inspiring it can be. I failed to capture some photos inside the cave with my cam, great thing i have good pictographic memory that i can play over and over anytime i want to.

If you think you've seen enough, this boat will give you the thought that "Oh, there's so much mooooore out there..."

Dance with the waves, challenge your imagination and satisfy your curiosity. Just SAIL AWAY...

Lingering on the thought that "LIFE must be continuously discovered, explored and unveiled." I also accept the fact that i'll be forever ignorant, every chance i let myself seek of "What's out there?" Every adventure, place and experience I've been to never fail to fascinate me. It remains to awaken my senses and feeds my soul. In each venture, I take home valuable lessons and priceless memories.

Before i bid goodbye at this majestic and pristine island, i must thank GOD for such a Marvelous creation. Yet, the BEST things are free and made by YOU.

A day or two is not enough to really traverse the whole place, i shall come back soon...

Might catch your interest:

Villa Igang Beach Resort

Poblacion, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras

Contact Person: Marylou Arcelo (Owner) / Ms. Lorlyn Araador / Lina Rizon

Telephone: (63) (033) 3365507 / 3378074 / 09173110260 / 09263753634

Take me there:

From Iloilo City ride a pumpboat going to Jordan Wharf. (15 minutes ride)

Php15-20 for the pumpboat ride.

From Jordan Wharf, it will take 45 mins going to the resort.

You can rent a pedicab for Php250.

An entrance fee of Php 100-120 is collected for both resort guests and not.

Must not leave without trying these:

Guimaras Mangoes (Pinoy Pride)

Mango Bars and Mango Biscocho from Trappist

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Boracay: My 5th Bolyweek: Why i Just Can't Get Enough!

No Matter how CROWDED the place is, You can still find your own Perfect SPOT to do your favorite thing, either you goof around with friends, play ball with the group, take pictures, be with someone special or just enjoy watching other people have fun. LAZY afternoons definitely ♥. lol

Learn new things for FREE..

FREEDOM to do Anything you want, you just need to find that Perfect spot. "CAPOEIRA at the Beach" Just DO your Stuff!

Dragon boat Team: Their Passion giving you so much INSPIRATION. A place that will give you the right dose of inspiration you need.

Great FOOD...

that will make you crave...

for soooo much MORE!

Where Gluttony is unstoppable...


Funny Fact: After a month of starving self, you'll just give-in to that temptation.. And it feels so good! Buuuuuuuurp. lol

And only in Boracay where Pigging out with just your two piece on is LEGIT! Doesn't really matter if you get bondat! lol

A place where you are FREE to just be yourself. You can Be SILLY as you want to be. Who Cares! FREEDOM from those "judgemental eyes". Walang basagan ng trip. lol (C) to R.Pison.

Boracay never loses it's charm. Foreign people still can't get enough of it. That Makes you a PROUD Pinoy! (C) to R.Pison.

Plus a HOT guy beside you while getting the perfect tan= PERFECT! lol
On a serious note, It's a sweet escape from everything. Diggin to his favorite book while at his favorite place: BEACH! Be with people needing H-I-A-T-U-S like you do, giving you that "guilt-less" feeling! (C) to R.Pison.

LAZY afternoons at the beach= PRICELESS!

A Glimpse of Paradise greets you in the Morning... makes you wanna wish to stay there FOREVER.

Tranquility at its BEST.

Just when you thought you've seen enough, then you'll suddenly realize that you're not even Half way.

This Magnificent Sunset gives the notion that tomorrow is gonna be a BETTER day. Live and Love Life! God is GREAT!


Partying till SUNRISE! You just have to release all those Negative Vibes. Doesn't really matter if you feel Out of Place, you might not be on same HIGH feeling like others. But You're still on HIGH because of that STRESS free feeling even just till the Sunrise! A quick escape from Reality. (C) to R.Pison.

Great friends at the right place.. I love you both! You made it extra special this time. ♥

Plus, a great and gorgeous HOST! Cheers to five years of Bolyweek Together! lol Love you baby.

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Singapore: DORA Unleashed! (First Solo Travel)

My first SOLO travel was successfuL.
Destination--> Pulau Ubin

An Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, discovered the secluded and enchanting island of Pulau Ubin. The island is said to be the home of the last villages or "kampongs" in Singapore. Pulau Ubin is a throwback to Singapore in 1960's. It means "Granite Island" in Malay. Pulau also means "small" and ubin means "squared stone".

On the day of my adventure, i hurriedly packed my backpack, brought third plus mini to capture memories and of course got my handy dandy MAP ready. Rode a bus bound to Changi Village Terminal, then went straight to the Jetty port to ride a bumboat which costs $2 and it's only a 10-minute ride from jetty going to the island.
When i reached the island, Bike stores were everywhere. I rented a $6 bicycle for the whole day to explore the 7 by 3 kilometers island. Passed through different roads/tracks (smooth, bumpy, steep, name it pulau got it!haha) plus got LOST in the Forest a few times (ALONE) but that led me to discover and explore the island even more. The island is BREATHTAKING. It was really tiring but yet everything was all worth it.
The experience was really one of those things you can consider PRICELESS.

A cute note from my handy dandy map: "500 years ago, Christopher Columbus also didn't know geography but being Brave and Adventurous, He persevered Sailed on and discovered the America, the rest is history. So if you get lost, always remember: All roads lead back to Rome."

As for me, I will never stop discovering what life has to offer! Looking forward to my next Dora Adventure.. haha ♥

Itsy Bitsy must haves:

Insect repellant, must apply as often as needed. got lots of souvenir (insect bites) from the island. And i'm really serious about this, the marks are still visible up to now.
Food, and Water, biking will really drain your energy. And just to be ready in case you get lost in the forest. At least you won't starve.
MAP, must be provided when you rent a bike. You should get and save the numbers of the Police Station and the bike rental shop in case help is needed.
Sunblock lotion, if you are very conscious about your skin. You'll really get tanned after the trip. haha
Towel and extra shirt, there are toilets you can use to if you want to change or wash-up. Clean toilets in Chek Jawa.

Words are not enough to describe the place, i took some shots of the island to help you with your imagination. Be creative as you can be, you'll never know what this island has to offer! =)

BUMBOATS!

Adventure starts NOW...

Going gaga over Bikes, Bikes, Bikes and Bikes! Eenie Meenie Miney Mo?!?

Yes, we ARE! haha

In which Direction to go? Big (Y) Road. Better Learn to Trust your instincts.

The map of the whole Pulau Ubin Island.

My Backpack since I was in Grade School.

Sweet Graffiti! ohhh what love can do...

In Chek Jawa (i thought i was in Ireland. haha)

I called this the BLUE lake. It was picturesque! After a very steep and tiring bike trail, this view gave me NO reason to complain at all. Ah-ah. haha!