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Showing posts with label Philippine Beaches. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Philippine Beaches. Show all posts

Monday, January 04, 2016

Budget accommodation in El Nido Palawan

Our stay with Joaquinn’s Bed and breakfast El Nido was hassle free.  They arranged all our transfers and island hopping activities. Since we are group of 6 we also got huge discount from our accommodation to island hopping rate. 


Sunrise view from our room - Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido



We chose Joaquinn’s because they have rooms for big groups (max 7) with affordable price at 4500 per night (with discounted price at 4000). We really enjoyed our free breakfast everyday especially the danggit and spam with free overlooking of the mountains. All staffs were so accommodating and they made sure to always attend to our needs especially Angel who always update us with our island hopping and to all the boatmen and guides for taking care of us. 


Party Boat Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido


2nd floor of Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido's party boat.



You can also rent snorkel and aqua shoes from them for only 100 pesos. We also love their party boat that can accommodate 25 person with sound system. Sounds played while on board the Joaquinn’s party boat adds up the relaxation and good atmosphere.  Aside from good service and accommodating staff, Joaquinn’s has the best location in El Nido very near the dock area of boats for island hopping. Very near the beach which is 3 to 5 minutes walk as well as the restaurants, eateries, stores and market. Just make sure to bring cash when going to El Nido as they only have one ATM Machine at the Municipal Hall that limits you to 4000 withdrawal. 


If going back El Nido, we will not hesitate to stay again in Joaquinn’s Bed and breakfast. 

El Nido Municipal Hall

Market Area Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

El Nido beach area

El Nido in black and white

Moutnain view from Joaquinn's Bed and Breakfast El Nido

Beautiful El Nido


Barangay Buenaswerte, El Nido
Email address: joaquinnsbb@gmail.com
+63 927 705 0560

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Alluring Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol

Last Holy Week 2014 we spend our 6 days vacation in Cebu and Bohol. We travelled to Bohol via OceanJet and reserved our tickets online for 400php per head. It was a 2 hours boat ride from Cebu to port of Tagbilaran and we did not regret choosing the open air seats because of scenic view along the way. We even met a retiree from U.S and fell in love with Bohol province proving that Bohol is a perfect zone for retiring hive.

We chose Alonaland resort as our home in Panglao, Bohol for roughly five days and we personally recommend this resort for everyone who loves to travel from one place to another specially to families who are planning to bring their loved ones to Panglao Island in Bohol. Alonaland resort has the cheapest offer among other resorts in Alona Beach Panglao, Bohol. Since we are on a budget we immediately reserved their House 13 good for 6pax for 2,500php per night. We are not expecting any extravagant from this hotel since the rate is so affordable but we’re so amazed when we arrived. Surprisingly you will be captivated by the fusion of Asian-Mediterranean inspired houses, the gardens are well maintained, and at night, you will hear nothing but the sounds of nature, the croaking of frogs, the relaxing noise of cicadas on a fine hot summer's night, I even saw fire flies enchanting a mango tree. Everywhere you look there were scenic views and great spots for relaxation. The whole resort is so huge and not that crowded. Every house or room accommodation assures you a great privacy and relaxation.


Facade of House 13 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol 

 
 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol

 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Our accommodation is a 2 – storey house composed of Living room with television, verandah with big wooden table and chairs, kitchen with complete cooking utensils and refrigerator, a bathroom with shower and washroom, an air-conditioned room on the ground floor with 2 double beds and cabinet, an air-conditioned open room upstairs with 2 double beds and lastly a terrace. They also have grilling areas and billiard table free of use. If you plan to cook for your meal during your stay, plan ahead your menu to save time and trike(150php) fare going to the wet and dry market. Though this resort is 15 to 20 minutes walk away from the beach, they offer a free shuttle service every hour. Their staffs are all accommodating and they even helped us with our transfers and tours (1500 – island hopping/dolphin; 2500 – countryside tour; 600 – transfer).


 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


 
Living room  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Bedroom  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Bathroom / Comfort room  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Wash area  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Wash Area  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Kitchen  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


hammock area  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol
View from the terrace of House 13  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Bed upstairs  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


Terrace  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol

 Bed. Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol



 Their well – maintained swimming pool is so relaxing even at night, and we really enjoyed dipping every day of our stay. Our 5 days stay in this resort was really great and so relaxing most especially seeing greens all over the resort and breathing fresh air. Having said that....this was by far one of the best vacations our group has experienced because of the very relaxing and homey atmosphere in this lovely and huge resort. Highly recommended for a family or group vacation. Two thumbs up!



Billiard table  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol

House 13  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol




Pathway  Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


 Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol


 Lovely swimming pool of Alonaland Resort Panglao Bohol







For further details about  Alonaland Resort please contact Rolf and Elsie Eggli at:

(63) 917 - 3040211

or at their email adress:



Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Boracay at its BEST!

So happy to be back in Boracay for the summer after booking Piso fare from Cebu Pacific late last year and this time I enjoyed the island with my Honey. During our first time visit in this paradise February of 2011 we got to enjoy different fun activities like Reef walking and Automatic Terrain Vehicle Ride to Mount Luho viewing deck (story here). But now, since it’s our second time to visit the place, we decided to just relax and enjoy Boracay beach at its finest. Third week of March when we travelled to Boracay and luckily it was not that crowded even summer has just began. Still, you need to book your accommodation in advance because tourists started to flock for as early as February. Even if we didn’t have a detailed itinerary, enjoying the Sun, Sand, and Sea is enough to have the perfect vacation we’ve been rooting for.

Boracay 2011 Reef walking
 
Boracay 2011 ATV to Mount Luho


Boracay will always be Boracay, a paradise on its own. It is considered as one of the top tourist destination not just in the Philippines but in Asia and the whole world. It is one of the top choices among white sand beaches when visiting the Philippines. Boracay still is a BEAUTY. Even if others say that it is too commercialized, I'm still delighted every time I see the island. Seeing the white sand, blue waters and hearing the sound of the beach waves bring so much relaxation to my mind and body. A proof to that is falling asleep by the beach while lying on a plastic white bench, haha.

This is LIFE in Boracay haha



Our 3 days vacation in Boracay is so refreshing. Fine white sand, crystal blue water, witnessing magnificent sunset, eating seafood, swimming, strolling along the white sand, hearing the sound of the beach waves, and staring at the spectacular scenery of the island are among the words that perfectly describe this island. Boracay is the place I will never get tired of visiting.

Enjoying the pool of La Carmela De Boracay

Boaracay 2014

Boracay 2014

Buffet by the beach Boracay 2014

Rehabilitation of Boracay - widening the white sand part of the beach

Boracay 2014

Beautiful Boracay

Beautiful Boracay 2014

Facade of La Carmela de Boracay

Boracay Station 1

view from La Carmela de Boravay pool area

Boracay 2014

Beatiful Boracay 2014

Even if others find this place overrated and commercialized, I will fall in love with Boracay all over again. Boracay has this kind of CHARM that keeps people coming. No wonder why this alluring place is always among top islands in Asia and in the world. One reason why "It's More Fun in the Philippines!" Now, how could you not fall in love with this place?!




Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014


Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014
 

Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014

Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014


Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014


Magnificent Boracay Sunset 2014

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