Trip Ko Lang

Boracay beach

Back in Bora and my 3^rd time to be here! Still loving and enjoying the sun, sand, and the shakes!

For this blog, I’ll be sharing some of my fave shots in Bora… okay, I’m not a good photographer but I did my best to get some good beach shots… hehehe.

Boracay beach

Boracay beach is a perfect place to relax by the beach, chat with friends while enjoying the sun, breeze and the view.

Boracay beach

Of course, I won’t leave Bora without my best sunset shots, so here they are…

Boracay Sunset

Boracay Sunset

A lot have changed in Bora; there were new restaurants and shops, like Shakey’s, Gelato, Starbucks and others. Five years ago, these establishments were not here and so they are all new for me.

Boracay new restaurants

Boracay New Restaurants

Here’s the latest attraction in Bora – the Fire Dance! We were able to see this front seats in the Sand Bar, this fire dance group had 3 shows that night.

Fire Dance in Boracay

They were so great, perfect dance moves and the audience was really amazed with their exhilarating stunts. A must see show at night in Bora.

Fire Dance in Boracay

Beach. Sun. Swim. Massage. A perfect summer getaway from your busy day at work, tight deadlines, and crazy boss…

My best friend and I headed to Puerto Galera on a 6am bus trip going to Batangas Pier (175php fare), rode a Ceres Bus (new and spacious) from Araneta Cubao terminal which we later realized we should have waited for the bus trip via Calbarzon which has shorter and faster route. Total bus travel time =  3 hours.

In Batangas Pier, we bought our boat tickets at Gallerian Lines; 450php for a 2-way ride, one-way ride is 250php per person. We also paid for an Environmental fee of 50php/person and Insurance of 30php/person. We also booked our room from there, 1,500php for an overnight stay for 2 at White Beach Resort, standard room with aircon and bathroom. If you are interested you may check their site at www.whitebeachhotel.com or call 0917-8980393 (Joy) and 0910-3548330.

Puerto Galera

Here are some highlights of our stay in Puerto Galera:

- waited for almost an hour before our boat ride started, we dislike Gallerian, boat from Batangas Pier doesn’t follow their schedule

- White Beach Resort booth in Batangas Pier offered their room just near the beach and with hot/cold shower but when we got to their place, they gave us a room on the 3rd floor and with cold shower only… we felt we were tricked, didn’t expect to have problems with their room when we arrived, already paid and so we just accepted whatever room they offered.

Scramble at Puerto Galera

- went to Galera to eat Scramble, yum yum, you can look for this mini booth in the middle part of the beach, not the vendor in cart, they have really yummy Scramble, loved their powdered milk, mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup and mini sago… refreshing!

- we had henna tattoos at 100php each for a regular sized tattoo, artists were all good!

Henna Tattoo

- we ate and loved Buena Lynne’s fried eggplant with tomatoes, onions and bagoong at 25php only. Enjoyed our tipid dinner by the beach…Sarap!

- had a full back massage at 100php only. Very cheap and really worth it!

- had Puerto Galera’s signature drink called Mindoro Sling at Tia Maria’s at 99php per glass. But if you are in a big group you can have it in pitcher, prices differ in bars, ranges from 150php to 300php.

Puerto Galera 2

- enjoyed swimming in clear and clean water but sometimes a bit itchy; a feeling that something bit you underwater, it was tolerable and just ignore it so you can really enjoy… Hehe.

- had real fun under the sun and enjoyed our food trip.

- went back to Batangas Pier at 1230nn, boat was now on time but travel time was longer, boat ride took us almost most 1 hour and 30 mins. Hot weather and tiring!

- rode again a Ceres Bus (we love this bus), trip is now via Calbarzon, bus ride going home lasted for about 2 hours.

An unexpected trip to the beach which turned out to be a great summer getaway and really helped us relaxed and simply enjoy the heat!

Panglao Island Bohol

Panglao Island is considered as the most popular beach in Bohol.  Tourists prefer this island for its Boracay-like features like having several restaurants and bars along the beach and creating a real night life beach experience.  We decided to stay along Alona beach, where there were more shops and people.

Panglao Beach 2

Personally, I was a bit disappointed seeing this part of Panglao Island – the scenery was dull; no relaxing mood and water not that clear.  I just loved the cool breeze and soft sand.

Panglao Beach 3

It wasn’t hard to look for a resto because there were a lot of options, depend on your preferred cuisine, budget, and ambience.  Restaurants, coffee shops and bars are accessible just by strolling along the beach.

Restos and Bars by the beach

At night, the beach is kept alive by lights, creating a more relaxing and romantic mood.  Dining at night can be a perfect time especially if you are with your partner.

Restos by night

Paluto is also popular here, where they sell variety of fresh seafood and meat which you can choose and have it cooked in your preferred dish.  Some items can be a bit pricey and/or not cooked delicious.  So you just have to try them and find the best Paluto for you.

Paluto by the beach

Panglao Island is a good place to simply relax from your stressful life, enjoy moments with your loved ones, discover a new adventure, take good shots, and a lot more.

A place to simply relax and be with someone you love