The Haven Spot in Bukidnon

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                   Malitbog, Bukidnon

 

Malitbog, Bukidnon. is a municipality located in the northeast part of Bukidnon province?  According to locals the first name of the town was “Abo-on” its from the name of those first groups of people who settled in the area. Now the name was then changed as “Malitbog” came from the name of their river itself “Malitbog River” where most people go fishing as their main source of livelihood.

Today, the town is a booming tourist destination by the help of the locals and private sectors, most of the site especially in the highest location people are now developing it for attraction purposes because of the stunning view of their mountains, will somehow locals can benefit as a tour guide and to as a major source of income. One of those booming spots in Malitbog is situated in Sitio Pigsuguan – perfect for those who wanted and witness the beautiful appearance of sunrise and the magnificent disappearance by sunset. And in Sitio Lower – for the adventure seeker, while a place like no other awaits you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights either Cagayan de Oro City which is the nearest entry point to Bukidnon and Davao City which also an entry point of going there.
2. Davao City. Coming from there, take a signed bus “Cagayan” at Ecoland Bus Terminal. The fare is around Php400 – Php650/head per one way depending on the bus (non-air/aircon bus) and roughly 6hrs to 7hrs bus ride of getting there. Just tell the driver to drop you at Gaisano Puerto, then ask the locals to guide you along with the terminal station to Malitbog.
3. Cagayan de Oro City. From there, take a tricycle “pedicab” or motorcycle “habal-habal” and tell the driver that your off to Malitbog terminal station just near Gaisano Puerto. The fare is Php50/head oneway and took you around 1hr and a half to reach the town of Malitbog.
4. Note: For those coming from Davao and wanted hassle-free especially groups. I know someone who can handle and arrange your tour the same as this itinerary, just feel free to message me on Facebook and will give you the said person (highly recommended). 
5. When you reach the town proper of Malitbog, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to/from “La Prisha” in Sitio Pigsuguan. The fare depends on the driver or on your haggling abilities. Most probably, 30min and then you’ll reach the said place.
6. From there, the “Sampiano River” in Sitio Lower is accessible by the use of motorcycle “habal-habal” which is available in La Prisha and better ask the staff for them to book the said trip. The road is much worst than the first one but definitely worth the travel.

Note: The place is accessible to any type of vehicle but suggests to use a 4×4 truck because of their road conditions. Van/SUV will do. 

Note: Always ask the locals. 

 

Where to stay: 

Apparently, the site designed for camping, so their accommodation is an outdoor style using tents. I suggest for those who wanted an overnight stay in the place and having a brew in front of their epic sunrise, you just need to bring your tent or camping materials with you although it is available there it’s only limited and better to secure your own than having a necessary cost of Php300 – Php400 per tent depends on the size. For inquiries and reservations, you can visit their page at click here and or you may contact 0917-6252-884 and look for Ms. Cassandra/the Owner. 

 

Where to eat:

Food stalls are available neither in La Prisha or Golda’s and also they can cook simple meals/breakfast for you (see image below) with coffee for a reasonable price. They can also prepare your lunch while you’re in the Sampiano river having a nice time, and of course, the place is absolutely corkage free so the best idea for you to bring your own food by your own taste.

 

Their About:

1. Entrance Fee: (Php20/head – La Prisha de Jamela, Php20/head – Golda’s and FREE – Sampiano River)
2. Tents: Php300/depends on the size
3. No Food Corkage
4. No Parking Fee

Note: not fully developed and still on progress.

 

Things to do:

1. Picnic
2. Picture Taking
3. Day & Night Camping
4. River Trekking (Sampiano River)
5. Roaming with the Locals
6. Unwind and Relax

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the influx of tourists)
• Summer (for its nice weather)
• Best for Side Trip (when you’re in CDO)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events. (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Also, preparation. (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
10. Lastly, be a responsible tourist and a traveler.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

If you have more questions you can reach me at my Facebook account at

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The Cascading Beauty of Davao del Norte

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                     Panas Waterfalls, New Corella

 

Panas Waterfalls is an eco-friendly and protected site situated in Brgy. Carcor, New Corella, Davao del Norte. These natural cascading waterfalls are famed in New Corella, makes the town as one of the ideal getaways for those people who are nature lovers and liked outdoor escape such as; river trekking or any water adventure. New Corella, in fact, is one of the top eco-tourism destinations in the Davao region and lined as one of the popular choices by travelers in the province.

The resort is operated by LGU’s of New Corella, they developed the site and still on the process of progress to make the place as one of the most visited eco-tourism sites not only in town but the entire province of Davao del Norte and to their neighboring provinces. Panas Inland Resort, offers differently layered of streams that anyone can enjoy and relax, each basin has its own spot for you to dip and chill, and the water is really clean, clear and soothingly cold.

A must-visit destination to embrace and experience Mother Nature at her finest.

 

 

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How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is the entry point to Davao del Norte particular in New Corella.
2. From the airport, the best way is to catch a bus/van right in front of the airport. Actually, those bus/van passes there are off to North of Mindanao. Just take any bus/van, they are most likely going/passing in Tagum City. The fare is Php100 and took you an hour of getting there.
3. Upon reaching the terminal station in Tagum City, the terminal to New Corella is on the other side in front of their bus terminal. Jeepneys are basically, the primary mode of transportation from the city to other nearby municipalities.
4. Of those, take a “New Corella” route jeep and took you only 30 mins travel time to reach the town proper of New Corella. The fare is only a Php30/head basis.
5. From there, tricycle “pedicabs” and motorcycle “habal-habal” are available off/to Panas Waterfalls. Just tell the driver where you headed off and the fare is Php30 individually and took you less than 25 mins to reach the said falls.

Note: always ask the locals.

 

Where to stay:

I highly suggest only a day tour since the place is still on the process of improvements. Day tour cottages are available with a minimal fee but for those who wanted to stay there overnight, sad to say but there are no available rooms (on-hold) and cottages to stay for a night. And of course, they highly discourage camping in the area for the moment, I guess for mosquitoes bites, and or most important thing is for safety and security purposes.

Note: In case, you bring your tents, camping materials and wanted to stay there for a night, please ask assistance to the people there especially the LGU-Tourism Office, since they are the ones who operated the resort and most likely staying there overnight is subject for approval. 

 

Where to eat:

Food stalls are available near the entrance and also across the river, there is a store that is owned privately which you can buy your basic needs, snacks, and drinks. I highly advised bringing your food with you because the restaurant is not available in the area and or nearby.

Resort About:

1. Entrance Fee: Php30/head
2. Parking Fee: Php10/vehicle
3. Table & Chairs: Php100 – actually it depends
4. Cottages: Php300 – Php400 – good for groups
5. No Food Corkage

 

Things to do:

1. Picnic
2. Swimming
3. Day Camping
4. Falls/River Trekking
5. Eat and Play
6. Unwind and Relax

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the influx of tourists)
• Summer (soothing cool water)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, neccessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events. (summer, the influx of tourists and the most important is the weather).
9. Also, preparation. (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
10. Lastly, be a responsible tourist and a traveler.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

If you have more question you can reach me at my Facebook account at

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You can follow my travels on my Facebook page at

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The “Bali Village” in North Cotabato

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Sitio Maupot, Magpet

 

Sitio Maupot is a Bali Inspired Resort situated in Brgy. Pangaoan, Magpet, North Cotabato which features a sky cafe and bar, the scenic and overlooking view, picturesque and instagrammable escapade. This resort is not only for those who seek peaceful settings, but they also provide activities such as ATV and UTV rides for those who feel their stay boring. And I loved the idea where the resort nestled right on the cliff facing the beautiful and majestic view of Mt. Apo.

The resort is a perfect place for quick escape and relaxation, best for any occasion and a must travel destination for those who wanted to be back with nature. This place is the newest and one of the best spots in the province of North Cotabato, some called it the “romantic getaway” because of the atmosphere and the cool breeze, clean and refreshing perfect for couples and lovers. Surely a great place for rest and relaxation for those who wanted away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

 

near at Sky Cafe – View deck

 

Infinity pool facing Mt. apo

 

Bali inspired – accommodation

 

View from the Restaurant

 

Village entrance

 

Lake Agco in Kidapawan best for a side trip

 

Monkey Village in New Israel for a side trip

 

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How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights to Davao City, which is the nearest entry point to Magpet, North Cotabato.
2. From the airport, you can ride a taxi if your not familiar with the city or either bus right in front of the airport (Davao signed bus) straight to downtown, they most probably heading to the bus terminal station.
3. At the bus terminal, you can take “Kidapawan or Cotabato” signed buses and make sure your stop would be in Kidapawan City. From Davao, it took almost 3 hrs to reach Kidapawan and the fare is around 160php per head basis. Same if you ride via van.
4. In Kidapawan, motorcycle “habal-habal” is the most convenient way to reach Sitio Maupot in Magpet. The usual fare is 50php (according to locals) maybe you can ask where the terminal is or better negotiate any “habal-habal” in the area and your fare will depend on your haggling abilities. Travel time will be approximately 20-30mins to reach the village.
5. And or, make a reservation to Sitio Maupot because if you do, they have a shuttle bus to get and pick you up in the city proper and vise Versa. A shuttle bus also applicable for day tour guest but you have to pay 100php for the trip and for the details visit their page –
6. For those who bring their own vehicle then that would be more convenient like what we do, just follow the “Magpet” road signed right when you reach the Roundball in Kidapawan and the rest there will be signage along the way for you to reach the said village.

 

Note: always ask the locals.

 

Where to stay:

Sitio Maupot is strictly don’t allow any walk-in guest, day tour will do but they will only cater clients who made their reservation and paid 50% initial payment for their bookings. Why? the only guests who had their reservation can fully use their amenities and enter the Bali Village where you can find the infinity pool facing in Mt. Apo, jacuzzi, lovely sites, and many others. Since it is a family type resort so most of their accommodations are family rooms and dormitory type rooms range from 7,200php – 12,200php depends on the number of guest and also they have suite rooms for two range from 4,500php – 7,600php, the cost of your room depends especially on your room amenities and the location of your room. For details and reservations, you can call 0946-1745495/0995-1027375 or visit their page at click here or their webpage at click here.

For day tours, they have their own specific place where they can enjoy some of the activities, picturesque site and most important is to relax with nature. Food will not be a problem anymore because once you get there it will be included in your entrance fee either Lunch Buffet or Merienda Buffet and also they have their own resto-bar and cafe that offers good food at a good price.

 

Resort About:

1. Entrance Fee – (Php112/adult, Php90/senior and Php56/kids)
2. Consumable – (Php200/adult, Php160/senior, and Php100/kids – guest can order food at their Resto or at their Coffeeshop)
3. Swimming Pool/separate – (Php50/adult and Php25/kids)
4. Corkage Fee – (likes; snacks, Lechon, liquor, soft drinks and etc.)
5. And also, they offer deals and packages for both day tours and overnight staying guests.

 

Things to do:

1. Infinity Pool – Exclusive for checked-in guest
2. ATV Rental – Php2500/hour (4 pax)
3. UTV Adventure to Bongolanon Falls – Php5000/4 pax with free lunch
4. Body Massage – Php590/1 and a half hour
5. Hello Kitty Playhouse – Php80/hour (kid & adult)
6. Viewing Deck – a picturesque view of Mt. Apo
7. Dine and Chill at Sky Cafe
8. Cultural Manobo Spot
9. Billiards – Php100/hour
10. Videoke Room – Php300/hour
11. Eat. Play. and Relax.

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the influx of tourist)
• Summer (cool weather)
• Timpupo – Kidapawan Festival (Month of August)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourists and the most important is the weather).
9. Also, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
10. Lastly, be a responsible tourist and a traveler.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com

If you have more questions you can reach me at my facebook account at

joseph.jakealexus

You can follow my travels on my facebook page at

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and more exploration in my Instagram at

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“Fetam Klego” Sinapulan Underground River

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                 Columbio, Sultan Kudarat

 

Fetam Klego is a hidden gem nestled in Sitio Asmakul Basag, Brgy. Sinapulan, Columbio, Province of Sultan Kudarat right at the boundary of Brgy. Colonsabak, Matanao, Province of Davao del Sur. The term “fetam klego” came from the B’laan word means “underground river”, serves us one of the tourist spot in Columbio and same with the municipality of Matanao. Both sides of either barangays are mainly composed of native B’laan tribe where the rich culture and dialect are preserved.

The trek to the underground river is very picturesque, where you’ll be amazed by beautiful views and landscapes, stunning hills and mountains, fresh air and clean water that soothes your skin, embrace one true color of nature, and experience the thrill of fun while hiking. The said event is perfect for those who seek an adrenalin dose and nature lovers looking for a spot to dig and dip and divert the hustle and bustle in the city.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City which is the entry point to Matanao, Davao del Sur.
2. At the airport, you can ride a taxi off to Ecoland Bus Terminal. Or bus (easiest way) right in front of the airport, most likely bus that is passing/going to city proper will stop at Ecoland bus station.
3. From there, take a signed bus “Bansalan” “Kidapawan” and even “Cotabato” those routes are passing in the town of Matanao. Van is available outside of the terminal or in front of SM, same sign if you will take a van going there. The fare is Php100/head oneway and took to 1hr and half or 2hrs to get there.
4. Tell the driver to drop you down at Km. 71. From there, motorcycle/tricycle are available off to the town proper of Matanao. The fare is Php20/head and took only minutes to reach the town.
5. From the town motorcycle, “habal-habal” are available or if you are lucky enough to catch a jeepney either from km. 71 or from the town heading to Brgy. Bangkal much better (fewer expenses).
6. Then from Brgy. Bangkal motorcycle is available to rent and your haggling abilities are needed in dealing “habal-habal” drivers.

Note: This is the easiest way to get there since it is situated right at the boundary of both province of Davao del Sur and Sultan Kudarat. Better to book a guide/driver first from Matanao or bring your vehicle with you and ask a guide at the tourism office in Matanao because transportation is a bit lacking in these part of Matanao.  As I always said, “ask the locals”.

 

Where to stay:

If you guys planning to stay a night there, I’m sorry to tell you but there’s no available accommodation in the area and even in the town proper of Matanao. I guess, better to have a contact person in Matanao if you want to stay a night before and plan to trek early morning in the said spot.

 

Where to eat:

I highly advise to bring your own food or buy some, either in the town proper of Matanao or Brgy. Bangkal, small restaurants/canteen “carenderia” are available, because of theres no available food stall in the area or along the way going there.

 

Things to do: 

1. Trekking/Hiking
2. Picture Taking (views and scenery)
3. Fetam Klego (underground river)
4. Seven Falls
5. Swimming
6. Caving
7. Roaming around (embracing locals)
8. Side Trips (famous bibingka by MERS, hopia by JOPOYS both in Digos City, Federico’s Resort and Bugak Spring also in Matanao)

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the influx of tourist)
• Summer (for its cold water)
• Araw ng Davao del Sur (21st of June onwards)
• Matanao Fiesta (24th of September)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note for the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Also, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
10. Lastly, be a responsible tourist and a traveler.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

If you want to know more about me you can reach me on my Facebook account at

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Follow my travels on my Facebook page at

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“Summer Capital” in Davao Region

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                Maragusan, Compostela Valley Province

 

Maragusan is a landlocked municipality and located in the mountainous province of Compostela Valley. It is formerly named as “San Mariano”. The municipality is known as the “Summer Capital” in Davao Region (includes; Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, and Davao Occidental). It’s a hidden gem perfect for those adventure seekers and nature lovers.

The town celebrates “Pyagsawitan Festival” its a thanksgiving celebration for bountiful harvests and the rich cultural heritage of the Mansaka tribe. Apparently, the municipality has a lot to offer to the tourists from majestic waterfalls down to springs. Beautiful scenery of hills and mountains, overlooking views and stunning landscapes.

It is surely worth the waits.

 

Heaven’s Peak top view

 

Tagbibinta Falls

 

Kanlawig Hot Spring

 

Heaven’s Peak “accommodation”

 

Heaven’s Peak “pool”

 

Random Photos:

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is the entry point to Maragusan in Compostela Valley Province.
2. From the airport, the best way is to catch a bus/van right in front of the airport. Actually, those bus/van pass there are going north of Mindanao.
3. Just take a bus/van going or passing in Tagum City. The fare is around Php80 and took you an hour of getting there.
4. When you reach Tagum terminal, take/ride a bus/van with a sign “Maragusan”. The fare is around Php130/head and took you another hour to reach the said place.
5. Or else, from Davao catch a van directly to Maragusan. They actually pass at the airport and the fare is around a Php220/head basis.
6. From there, tricycle “pedicab” and motorcycle “habal-habal” are available to rent depends on your point to point destination. The town minimum fare is Php8 by tricycle.

Note: Most of their tourist attractions are located right in the town itself. So always ask the locals.

 

Where to stay:

If you wish to stay there a night, there is a lot of accommodation to choose from and most of them are resort type. One of the town’s pride is the “Heaven’s Peak Highland Resort” it’s an overlooking resort offers many options from a tribal room down to dorm type accommodation. They also have a restaurant for your meals and amenities like swimming pool (click here) for details and inquiries or you may call +63997-8324-250. 

Next on the list is the “Kanlawig Hot Spring Resort” it’s another ideal place to stay a night in the town offers affordable cottages, in-house store for your needs, and perfect warm water to relax your evening. For details and inquiries (click here). And lastly, the resort that offers a natural cold water pool the “Aguacan Cold Spring Resort” they also offered accommodation to those who wanted to stay and for the rest of the night. A restaurant is also available in the resort and other amenities for you to enjoy with (click here) for details and inquiries.

Next two mention resorts don’t have any contact numbers. Please refer to their page!

I included them in case you need another option. Thanks.

Note: Just in case you want to bring your own tents, those mentioned resorts will allow you but have to pay for a certain amount as space rent. 

 

Things to do:

1. Heaven’s Peak (Php30 entrance fee)
2. Tagbibinta Falls (Php30 entrance fee)
3. Kanlawig Hot Spring (Php50 entrance fee)
4. Aguacan Col Spring (Php40 entrance fee)
5. Pyagsawitan Festival (25th of November)
6. Mt. Candalaga (Rafflesia Mira – known as the largest flower in the world)
7. Roaming around (beautiful landscapes, sceneries, and views)
8. Side Trips (Toyozu Spring, Bibingka, Provincial Capitol all in Nabunturan – the capital town of the province).

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the influx of tourist)
• Summer (for its cool weather)
• Pyagsawitan Festival (25th of November)
• Bulawan Festival (8th of March – Province festival)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note for the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com

If you want to know more about me you can reach me on my facebook account at

joseph.jakealexus

Follow my travels on my facebook page at

tisoytraveler

and more exploration in my Instagram at

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“Romantic Getaway” in Kaputian, Samal

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Goes to…

                        Pangubatan

 

Pangubatan is the “romantic getaway” in the island situated in Bgry. Pangubatan, kaputian District, Samal Island in Davao del Norte. The place is one of the hidden gems in Kaputian were most of the people don’t know about. Apparently, the Sitio is located in the southern part of the island facing the province of Davao Oriental.

The Pangubatan cove is a wide white sand beach rich in colorful stones and corals. Its a perfect place for those lovers who want to enjoy and relax, for travelers who seek a peaceful getaway, and even those who want to pamper themselves and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Pangubatan offers a variety of resorts from private beach house down to budget style accommodation for you to choose of. 

 

during sunset

 

taken from Pangubatan Private Beach House

 

taken from Island Garden Resort

 

during noontime

 

taken from the left side of the cove

 

Random Photos:

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Samal Island located.
2. Airport. The taxi cab is the fastest way since no route from the airport to Magsaysay Port or Barge Station in Sasa 11. The fare is around Php80-Php120 depends on the traffic.
3. Magsaysay port is one of the entry points going to Kaputian, Samal. From there, take a ferry boat off to Kaputian where Brgy. Pangubatan situated (best way to get there). Note: Trips start at 8am – 3pm (depends on the boat condition). 
4. Usually, ferry boats are likely going there or make a stop in there. It took you 45min to reach Kaputian and the fare is Php80/head per way.
5. From there, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to rent. Actually, they will approach every passenger upon arrival. The fare to Pangubatan is Php80-Php100/head per way and took you almost an hour to get there.
6. Barge Station. The most-known entry point to Samal Island in Sasa 11. Tell the driver to drop you down there. Barge fare is Php10/head per one way.
7. When you reach Babak station in Samal Island, a motorcycle is available to rent just tell them where are you off to. The fare from there to Pangubatan is around Php220 per head per way.

Note: Make sure to get the mobile number of your driver for your return trip soon. Transportation is a bit lacking in these part of Samal, and always ask the locals.

 

Where to stay:

Pangubatan Private Beach House. Its an exclusive beach house where they offer a rent basis type accommodation for Php6,500 good for up to 20pax and Php100/head for any additional pax with a complete house and kitchen utensils. All you need to do is bring your food and stuff for consumption only. This private house has 3BR, 2TB, basic amenities, shoreline with 2 small cottages and 3 hammocks, nice for friends or any group. For reservation, you can call +63946-3479-915 or visit their page (click here) for inquiries.

Island Garden Resort in Pangubatan. This resort offers a unique type of stay from tree house down to budget accommodation entrance fee included, ranges from Php350-Php1,200 per overnight stay depends on your choice and type of stay. Its hassle free coz they already have a restaurant for any type of meal and basic amenities for basic needs. This place is best for budget backpackers and travelers who seek a peaceful getaway just you and nature itself. For reservation, you may call +63936-6650-153 or visit their page (click here) for inquiries.

 

Things to do:

1. Beach camping
2. Swimming and snorkeling
3. Beach sports (volleyball and etc.)
4. Beach bumming and hopping
5. Boating or kayaking
6. Eat & Unwind (chill and relax)
7. Soul searching
8. Beach yoga
9. Roaming around with locals
10. Side Trips (Monfort Bat Cave, Taklobo Tours, Hagimit Falls, Kaputian Beach Park, Talikud Island, Coral Garden, Canibad, and Alorro Beach.)

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (to avoid the crowd and influx of tourist)
• Summer (to relieve sunny days)
• Cultural Festival (month of July)
• IGaCos Festival (1st week of March)
• Kadayawan Festival (month of August)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note for the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

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“Sea of Clouds” in BuDa

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                  Hills View Mountain Villa

 

Hills View Mountain Villa is located at Brgy. Datu Salumay (Tribal Village) Marilog District Davao City, along BuDa national road right after the Philippine Eagle landmark before Highway 81 and well-known Seagul Mountain Resort. It’s an exclusive rest house and a private property of Lizardo family that is now open to the public. The place is great and so much with the cool weather.

The villa is located right on top of the hill with overlooking hills and mountains. Its a beautiful paradise at the back of the hill, famous for its heavenly scenery and the sea of clouds while having a brew on top of it. You can experience a true beauty of nature, breathtaking views from above, and witness its mother nature at her finest.

 

front view of the villa

 

me having my breakfast

 

for Instagram post “lol”

 

view from upper cottages

 

at Highway 81

 

at BemWa Farm

 

Random Photos:

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City which is the nearest entry point to BuDa.
2. Davao City. Coming from there, take a bus with a sign “Bukidnon” or “Cagayan” (aircon bus) at Ecoland Bus Terminal. The fare is around Php80/head per one way and took more than an hour bus ride of getting there.
3. Just tell the driver/conductor to drop you at the crossing where BemWa Farm located (same way) right after the Philippine Eagle landmark.
4. From there, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to rent for Php80/head per way, make sure to book him for your return trip soon and for him to pick you up at your time scheduled.
5. It took only a few minutes to reach “Hills View”

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

Where to stay:

Actually, the place is now offering an overnight stay for those who want to enjoy the heavenly view until sunset and sea of clouds until sunrise while having a coffee or any stuff your fun with. They offer rent basis type accommodation for Php10,000 good for 15pax and Php200/pax for any additional and can cater up to 25-30 persons maximum and also for the small group. They have a complete house and kitchen utensils so all you have to bring is your food and other consumption. For reservation better call +639-777493-408 or visit their page (click here) for inquiries and look for Mam Emalin (owner).

Hills View Mountain Villa

• Day tour – Php50 all days
• Overnight – Rent type (depend on pax no.)
• Tables & Chairs – Free of use
• Corkage Free – You can bring food items

 

Things to do:

1. Sea of clouds (while having coffee/breakfast)
2. Picture taking (any photoshoot; prenup and etc.)
3. Gatherings (for family, friends and nice for lovers)
4. Eat and Unwind (chill and relax)
5. Soul searching and others
6. Side Trips:

Garden of Gethsemane (picture taking) Captain’s Haven (resort with pool) Bemwa Farm (for tsokolate, suman, strawberry taho) Highway 81 (for lunch) and Philippine Eagle landmark.

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or lean days (avoid the crowd and influx of tourist)
• Dawn or early morning (on/before 5am to catch “sea of clouds”)
• Summer (for its cool weather)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, a time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note for the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“Hidden Spring” of Matanao, Davao del Sur

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                             Bugak Spring and Resort

 

Bugak Spring Resort is situated in Sitio Bugak, Km.71, Matanao, Davao del Sur. The resort promotes eco-friendly environment as they maintain the clean and fresh surroundings. It stands as a weekend getaway in the locals and nearby towns like any other because of the cold water that gives you a soothing relief and feels you better. A place like in the middle of nowhere.

The spring is a hidden gem of the town of Matanao, because of its location buried at the bottom of the cliff, were so many species of trees around, different plants, serene of birds and the beautiful sound of nature.

The resort is the best place for friends and family gatherings, simple occasions, picnics, and a great place to chill and relax because they offer sweet acoustic and band session at the weekend was people can be more enjoyable at their expense of stay at the resort. Offers valuable trip for those who seek simple getaway yet very fresh and relaxing comes with natural spring water of the place.

Peaceful and quiet. Just nature as it should be.

 

their big pool “weekend”

 

big pool on regular days

 

The 1st pool of Bugak Spring Resort

 

Photo from the tree house

 

3rd pool photo beside their stage

 

Random Photos:

 

 

 

 

How to get there:
By Air

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is the entry point to Matanao, Davao del Sur.
2. At the airport, if you don’t know nothing about the city, you can a ride a taxi and tells the driver that you’re off to Ecoland Bus Terminal. Or bus (easiest way) right in front of the airport because the most likely bus that is passing/going to city proper were stopped at Ecoland station.

Via Bus/Van

3. From there, take a signed bus “Bansalan” “Kidapawan” and even “Cotabato” they are those route passing through the town of Matanao, Davao del Sur. Van is available outside of the terminal same sign if you take a van going there. The fare is Php100 per/head oneway and takes to 1hr and half or 2hrs to get there.
4. Tell the driver to drop you down at Km.71 or else at Mabuhay Elem. School. When you reach there motorcycle “habal-habal” are available in the area to rent for only Php20 depends on how many are you and of course, don’t forget to book him again for a return ride.
5. Minutes away and then you’ll there “Bugak Spring Resort”.

 

Note: always ask the locals.

 

 

Where to stay:

Actually, they are now offering accommodation for those guest who wanted to stay overnight. Newly improved and innovative ideas of the resort, so if you are planning to stay longer you can book a room for a night stay (see details below) and you can leave a message to their page click here or you can contact them for reservation at +639 489903-993. For food, still don’t know yet if they offer now but as I can see they don’t have it, but they have a mini store at the resort where you can buy some of your stuff, snacks, drinks and etc.

 

Bugak Spring and Resort

• Resort Entrance – Php30 (weekdays) Php50 (weekend)
• Cottages – Php50 (umbrella type) Php300 (tree house) Php300 – Php500 (small-big cottages)
• Room Rates – Php700 overnight stay (depends on no. of pax)
• Corkage Fee – Php120 (per case)
• Mini Store
• Grilling Station
• Toilet and Bath

 

 

Things to do:

1. Swimming (three different pool)
2. Live Bands (every weekend)
3. Fishing Pond
4. Picture Taking
5. Chit Chat
6. Enjoying the sound of nature
7. Best to chill and relax
8. Town Visit “Municipality of Matanao and Bansalan”
9. Side trip: Digos City (famous Mers)

 

When to go:

• Weekdays or regular days (lean time, crowd and influx of locals)
• Summer (because of its very cold water)
• Weekend (that’s if you want to catch their live bands)

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“City of Fruits and Highland Springs”

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Goes to…

                           Kidapawan, North Cotabato

 

Kidapawan, officially the City of Kidapawan, is a 3rd class city and a provincial capital of Cotabato, Philippines. It is located at the foot of Mt. Apo and home of our Muslim families. A popular destination in summer for its cold weather and especially for those tourists who loved hiking and climbing the country’s highest mountain “Mt. Apo”.

The city holds a festival in every month of August called “TIMPUPO Festival” known as fruit festival, celebrating the harvest and abundance of exotic fruits that commonly grown in the area. One of the main reasons why Kidapawan is really a visited spot because it is a starting point for trekking on Mt. Apo.

Lake Agco in Sitio Agco, Ilomavis, Kidapwan is a well-known tourist spot in the place. There you can see literally the lake is boiling so hot with smoke. Surround the lake are muds that are rich in sulfur that people believed its good for the skin, that’s why people go there have it all over their body and some use it as a facial mud mask and one is the healing spring that people say it can cure certain illnesses and removes toxins from your body.

 

Boiling Lake of Agco

 

Walkway to Lake

 

Agco Mahomanoy Mountain Resort

 

Endemic Flowers from the area

 

 

Random Photos:

 

Lake Agco in Kidapawan best for side trip

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is the entry point to Kidapawan City, North Cotabato.
2. From the airport, you can ride a taxi and tell the driver that your off to Ecoland Bus Terminal and or bus/van right in front of the airport, bus/van passing there are most likely going to Ecoland Terminal (going south or Davao signed bus/van).
3. When you reach the terminal station, take a “Kidapawan” signed bus or else “Cotabato” they usually stop at Kidapawan bus terminal. It takes about 3hrs bus ride and the fare is around Php150 same as you ride via van from Davao City.
4. In the city of Kidapawan, their mode of transportation is motorcycle “pedicab or habal-habal” jeepney and multicab that are available to rent were to/from depends on location and destination.
5. From city proper, better seek and rent a multicab (group travel) motorcycle “habal-habal” (backpacker/solo) to reach “Lake Agco” and Mountain Resort, rent will depend on your haggling abilities and it takes an hour to get there.
6. If you ride a motorcycle “habal-habal” usually fare per head is Php100.
7. “Lake Agco” is right after one of their falls there called “Paniki Falls”.

 

Note: always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Agco Mahomanoy Mountain Resort in Sitio Agco, Ilomavis they offer accommodation for those guest who wanted to stay overnight in the place. They have also a restaurant where you can order some food for your meal and store where you can buy some goods. It really nice and good, offer a selection of hot and cold pool and also steam room (sauna). For Inquiries & Reservation: +639489752052 / +639265721866. The resort is managed by our Manobo families and they are nice, friendly and accommodating.

Resort Abouts:

1. Entrance fee – Php25 (daytour) Php35 (overnight)
2. Cottages – Php100 – Php350 (daytour) Php150 – Php400 (overnight)
3. Open Stage – Php1500
4. Corkage fee – softdrinks and liqour drinks Php60/case
5. Rooms w/out CR – Php300 – Php500
6. Rooms with CR – Php500 – Php3000

 

 

Things to do:

1. Famous Mt. Apo climbing
2. Lake Agco “the boiling hot lake”
3. Paniki Falls, Mawig Falls, and others
4. Timpupo Festival (month of August)
5. City/Town tour
6. Culture and traditions
7. Fruits and Endemic flowers

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourists and the most important is the weather).
9. Also, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be organized.
10. Lastly, be a responsible tourist and a traveler.

 

I hope all your questions can be found on this blog. If not, my pleasure to answer those.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“The Oriental Paradise”

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                     Baganga & Cateel, Davao Oriental

 

Baganga, officially the Municipality of Baganga, is a 1st class municipality in the province of Davao Oriental, Philippines. Baganga got its name from referring to a big mouth of a river that traversed the central part of the town. It is the largest among the municipalities and city in the province in terms of land area.

The municipality holds a festival in every 2nd-3rd week month of May called “KALIMASDA Festival” known for a unique culture from the town of Lucod in Baganga, that best reflects the diversity, solidarity, and prosperity of the town, that quite somehow attract the tourists.

If you think about the Pacific destination, Davao Oriental in Baganga is very known of that. This small town has a lot to offer and no wonder why tourists, both local and international loved to visit the place so called “Oriental’s Paradise”. From sea and green, name it and they’ll have it. Home of the famous “Aliwagwag Falls” known as the highest cascading waterfalls in the country and one of the main reason why tourists keep on coming back Davao Oriental.

These and among the others await you there.

 

San Victor Island in Brgy. San Victor

 

Curtain Falls in Brgy. Campawan

 

Lake Caroline in Brgy. Salingcomot

 

Aliwagwag Falls in Brgy. Aliwagwag

 

Sunrise Boulevard along the highway

 

Random Photos:

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is the entry point to Banganga, Davao Oriental.
2. From the airport, either you ride a taxi or bus right in front of the airport, most likely bus and a van that is passing there are going to Ecoland Bus Terminal (Davao signed bus/van, off to south or downtown area).
3. In there, best to catch is van just right in front of the terminal station (easiest and fastest way) to get off to Banganga and Cateel. Going there is two way, either via Mati (6-7hrs) or via ComVal (4-5hrs), I guess they are most likely passing the ComVal way now. The fare is around Php350/head.
4. When you get there, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to rent were to/from for Php500 package for the whole day trip.

 

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

Suggestions:

1. Best to leave at dawn like 2am/3am.
2. Banganga trip is best for group travel, (multicab rental is available in the area for Php1500).
3. For solo and backpacker, (you can rent a motorcycle for Php500 day tour trip)
4. Tourist spots are a bit far from each other, (secure a plan/itinerary).

 

 

Accommodation:
One that I can recommend to you especially for those backpackers and solo travelers like me is the San Victor Island in San Victor, Banganga they offer accommodation for those who wanted to stay overnight at the small island. They have rooms for two and even for groups, also offer tent rental for those who don’t bring their camping tent with them, because the island is best for a camping site. A simple and tiny island with its own perfect beauty of nature.
Also, I can suggest the Edar’s Place in Cateel, located nearly at the Mallen bus station where you can book your bus ticket going back to Davao soon. The place is nice and clean, just don’t ask for more especially a kind of province that is not booming yet. They offer room stay for two or for a group of people, price range to Php1000 up to Php1500 for a night stay accommodation.

 

 

Things to do:

1. San Victor Island (Php25 boat fee, Php25 island fee, Php10 environmental fee)
2. Curtain Falls (Php5 entrance fee, Php100 table fee)
3. Aliwagwag Falls (Php50 entrance fee)
4. Lake Carolina (Php5 entrance fee)
5. Kalimasda Festival (12-20 of May)
6. Seaside/ Boulevard
7. Mangrove Sanctuary
8. Town Tour

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be organized.

 

I’m very hoping that this blog helps you guys as your guide, as you explore the oriental paradise of Baganga, Davao Oriental.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“Land of Pineapple Shore”

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Goes to…

                     Polomolok, South Cotabato

 

Polomolok is located between General Santos and Tupi. Officially the Municipality of Polomolok is a 1st class municipality in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. It is the wealthiest, richest and one of the most competitive Municipality in Mindanao. Polomolok got its name from a B’laan term “flomlok” which means hunting grounds and being known for its abundance of wildlife.

The municipality is nestled at the based of the prominent and majestic “Mt. Matutum”. A cone-shaped volcano like the famous “Mt. Mayon” in Albay, and looms over the provinces and perhaps the most imposing landmark. They held a festival that represents the early inhabitants of the town called “FlomLok Festival”. It is the home of the DOLE Philippines, the largest industrial firm in growing, processing and exporting of fresh and canned pineapple.

 

The sign along Cannery road

 

Mt. Matutum

 

Municipality Center

 

Dole Plantation

 

Pineapple from the filed

 

Trappistine Monastery

 

Dolores Farm Resort

 

Random Photos:

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao and General Santos City, which are entry points to Polomolok, South Cotabato. 

From Gensan Airport (easiest way)

1. From the airport, just ride a tricycle “pedicab” or taxi where Gensan often has. Tell the driver that you are off to Bulaong Bus Terminal or Gaisano Mall.
2. The van terminal going to Polomolok is in front of the mall. It takes you about half an hour to get there and the fare is around Php25 per head per way.
3. From bus terminal take a signed bus “Polomolok” or signed bus “Marbel” that most likely going/passing there. It’s either way. 

From Davao Airport

5. Coming from the airport, ride a taxi and tell the driver that you’re going to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
6. From there, you can ride a bus bound directly to General Santos City. It takes you 3-4 hours of going there. Fare most likely around Php250.
7. In the bus terminal take a signed bus “Polomolok” or bus that is going or passing there. Or you can drop down at Gaisano Mall, there are vans directly to Polomolok right in front of it. The fare is only Php25 and half an hour van ride. 

   Note: Always ask the locals.

 

 

Accommodation:
If your planning to stop and stay overnight in the place, better check this one accommodation. Since I’m quite often visiting the town, so here’s my suggestion. They are actually quite good and nice seems the municipality is not a tourist booming yet. Dolores Farm Resort, located along national road of Polomolok in Brgy. Pagalungan. A cozy type resort and very cool as you embrace farm atmosphere. They have function hall for big groups and meetings, a restaurant that offers Filipino dishes and swimming pool for you to enjoy. Probably the best in town. Room rates start at Php1500 – Php2500 per room stay overnight. For inquiries better call +63917779-4250 / +63933862-3142 or click here for details.

 

Things to do:

1. Famous “Mt. Matutum”
2. Sweet Pineapple “DOLE Cannery”
3. Dole Kalsangi Club House
4. Trappistine Monastery
5. FlomLok Festival
6. Town Tour
7. Best for a Side trip to/from Gensan and Koronadal City

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be organized.

 

Hoping that the above information will help you reach and experience Polomolok, South Cotabato.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

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The Buried Treasure “East of Samal Island”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…
                   Canibad, Samal

 

The island always never cease to amaze me. It keeps on telling me how magnificent it was when it comes to white sand beaches, majestic waterfalls, abundant marine life and of course a perfect crystal clear water of the beach. The scenic views and shoreline are really perfect come with a very quiet wave. The island is dotted with so many scenic spots, breathtaking views and for any water activities. Samal is just a minute away in Davao City proper and 24/7 barge transfer from Davao – Samal and vise versa.

Canibad is a hidden gem located in the east part of the island. It is located in Brgy. Aundanao, Penaplata District, Samal Island. The place is very famous in the island and by locals like if you talked someone from there and asked where you can find for a perfect beach that is truly be amazing, for sure the first beach that comes out in their mouth is Canibad. Unlike any beach resort on the island, Canibad is a perfect getaway experience that you never had before. Here you will find the best beach compose of the real beauty of nature, extraordinary landscape and stunning views above and beneath the sea water.

Primarily consist of many beaches namely; Canibad Hillside Resort, Canibad Hidden Resort, Canibad Paradise Resort, Madyaw Canibad and a many more. The place offers thrill to those who loved adventures, coz on the left side of the beach you can see a cliff that is pretty cool and you can never resist to try it, and in the right side of it is much more of beautiful different species of corals and fish for those who loved snorkeling with matching of magnificent view of the mountain. Sounds interesting, right?. Some days the beach has strong waves that are really entertaining quiet best for those who are fun of skimboarding, but for those who seek a very simple weekend getaway still, the beach offers a lot.

It’s Mother Nature at her finest.

 

front beach

 

view from “Canibad Hillside Resort”

 

view from the left

 

famous “diving cliff”

 

 

view from “Madyaw Canibad Resort”

 

front of “Canibad Adventure Resort”

 

open cottage “Coshean Resort”

 

room view “Coshean Resort”

 

 

view on top

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Samal Island located.
2. From the airport, riding a multicab/jeepney going to Sasa Wharf is a complicated route unless you know the area and routes around the city. Better ride a taxi to make it easy, just tell the driver to drop you down at Sasa Wharf where you can ride a barge and ferry boats off to Samal Island.
3. The said wharf is the entry point to Samal Island for those who have car or motorbike with you. Where buses, trucks and other vehicles take a barge ride to the island. Fare per person is Php10 per one way while vehicles depend on the types you are bringing with.
4. Ferry boats are on the other side, the landmark is the overpass along the way. When you reach there just go inside the market till you reach the beach side where ferry boats park. The fare is Php12 per person per one way. Both drops down point are Babak in Samal.
5. From Babak, tricycle and motorcycle local name “habal-habal” are available for rent where from/to. depends on how far the place is. Usual fare per way is Php20 and around Php200 for the farthest place in Samal.
6. Basically, drivers from there ask you if you’re way off to Canibad, that’s how the place made really famous. It takes you 30-40mins to reach there and the fare is Php100 per way per person. 
7. Note. make sure to book the driver for your return trip to Babak soon, because transportation is a bit lacking in these part of the island.

 

Note: Ask always the locals.. so that people will not take advantage of you.

 

Accommodation:

The place is newly improved unlike before, now most of the resort in Canibad offers accommodation to their guest but quite expensive I guess, I knew it because from the rate of their table and chairs, open cottages, I don’t know if it is reasonable so if you are planning for an overnight stay in Canibad, better yet bring your tent with you. Food, still no restaurant but in every single resort there is a mini store for you to buy some goods so I encourage you to bring your own food, it’s okay coz there’s no corkage on top of those.
I talked three different person who’s from there asking some details and you know some of the price range. So we stayed all throughout the day at the first resort in Canibad and that’s Coshean Resort very nice and clean. It is the nearest to the jumping/diving cliff.

 

Canibad (Coshean Beach Resort)

Entrance Fee – Php40 day tour and Php80 overnight

Tables and Chairs – Php200 (under Talisay tree)

Open Cottage – Php1,600

Rooms Rates- ranges from Php3,000 and above per overnight stay

Tent – Php100 space rental

 

Note: you can make a selection among that in-lined resort if you want and rates are always different.

 

(Gathered Information) generally.

Entrance Fee – starts at Php30 and up (day tour)

Tables and Chairs- starts at Php200 and up (day tour)

Open Cottages – starts at Php800 – Php2000 (day tour)

Room Rates – starts at Php2500 and up

Tent – Same rates

Differences – style, amenities/facilities, accommodation, and rates.

 

Things to do:

1. Best for camping
2. Swimming and Snorkeling
3. Great place for scuba divers
4. Beach Sport: volleyball and etc.
5. Cliff jumping/diving
6. Beach Bumming
7. Boating or Kayaking
8. Skimboarding
9. Fishing
10. Beach view (perfect sunrise and the rest)
11. A better place to: chill and relax

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

If you can visit Davao soon never forget to escape in this beautiful paradise in Samal island.

Hope that this blog helps your way off there.

Enjoy and have a safe trip!.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me @; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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The City of Parks “Tagum”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…                 

                       E Park, Tagum City

 

Tagum city has so many names/nicknames, aside from the City of Parks it is known for Music Capital of the South, Tourist Capital of the South, Palm City of the Philippines, City of Festivals and City of Perfect Harmony. Tagum holds many festivals that bring tourists, locals and even internationals to the city. Among of those festivals are Musikahan, Durian Festival and the celebration of Christmas and New Year, is the famous one where people from nearby city and municipality gathered here to witness a fireworks show once every year.

 

E Park is one of those parks and tourist attraction in the city. It is primarily located in Barangay Apokon, Tagum City. The place promotes awareness to the youth on how to protect and taking care of the environment. Here you will find a true beauty of nature; very clean and green, the sounds of different species of birds on the background, a fresh air to breath, different and nice growing trees, and the experience that life is not all about gadgets, internet, shopping, and nightlife. Just nature as it should be.
The park is great for family and friends bonding, even couples and for those who seek and embrace nature living. It offers a relaxing view, very nice surroundings, quiet ambiance and peaceful ways that are truly different from your daily life in the city. It is a perfect weekend getaway for you to enjoy an unusual day, everything around just seems so relaxed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is an entry point to Tagum City.
2. From the airport, the best way is to catch a bus or van right in front of the airport. Actually, those bus and van pass there are going north of Mindanao.
3. Most probably any bus and van pass there are likely going or passing in Tagum City. The fare is Php80 and it takes you an hour of getting there.
4. Tell the driver to drop you down at Jollibee just along the highway in Tagum proper.
5. From there tricycle and motorcycle are everywhere, get one and tell the driver that you’re off to E Park. It takes you only minutes to reach there and the fare is the only Php20.

 

Note. Always ask the locals.

 

 

Park Details:

1. No Entrance Fee.
2. Food/Restaurant – canteen, bakery, snack house (in front of the park)
3. You can bring food & drinks inside (no fee and not prohibited)
4. Restroom – a lot inside
5. Pasalubong Center (inside of the park)
6. Reminders: particularly ( garbage, belongings, actions, anything about bad doing.)
7. Strictly by 8:00PM, the park will be close

 

Things to do:

1. Picnic
2. Biking (Php40 per hour/rental fee)
3. Photoshoot activities
4. Group studies
5. Any activity rehearsal (dancing and etc.)
6. Any park activities (frisbee, soccer and etc.)
7. Encounter some of the endemic species of animals (no fee)
8. It’s more of sweet escape (relaxation)

 

 

Make this place as your side trip if you’re off to North, Northeast, and East of Mindanao.

Hope that this information finds your way there.

Enjoy and have a safe trip!.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me @; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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Samal Island Destination

Tisoy Traveler

 

Goes to…
                               

                    Club Asiano Beach Resort

 

The island is a perfect getaway to enjoy and relax, breath a fresh air, hopping around the island, camp at the beach and experience the beauty of nature and its people. The island offers over 70 beach resort where you can choose to stay, pamper yourself and escape the city life. And one of those is Club Asiano.

 

Club Asiano, is one of the newest built resort in the island, primarily located in Brgy. Camudmud, Babak, Samal. The resort offers a very relaxing accommodation and cozy type surroundings that somehow ease those stressful events in your daily life and gives a pleasant and relief feeling to your body and soul into a refreshing one. Club Asiano is really designed for family and friends outing, small gatherings and of course for those lovers who find time for themselves.

The resort is quite small to cater to a large number of guest. The amenities and facilities are really nice and good enough to offer good service to their clientele. Now they have a newly built restobar/restaurant just to improve the area and provide more service that satisfied the needs of their guest. Accommodation is really good for every group of people and for a couple, reasonable I guess for a night stay at a very modest resort; sorry about my words coz I’m a backpacker traveler.

 

So what are you waiting for?. Come! chill and relax at Club Asiano.

 

“Ohana House”

 

 

 

“Badjao Room” at my back

 

 

 

 

 

 

“sunset view”

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Samal Island and the said resort located.
2. From the airport, riding a multicab or jeepney going to Sasa Wharf is a complicated route unless you know the area and routes around the city. Better ride a taxi to make it easy, just tell the driver to drop you down at Sasa Wharf where you can ride a barge and Ferryboats off to the island.
3. Sasa Wharf is the entry point to the island if you bring a car or motorbike with you. Where buses, trucks and other vehicles take a barge ride to Samal Island. Fare per person is Php10 per one way while vehicles depend on the types you are bringing.
4. Ferry boats are on the other side, the sign is the overpass along the way. When you reach there just go inside the market till you reach the beach side where ferry boats park. The fare is Php12 per person per one way. Both drops down point are Babak in Samal.
5. From Babak, tricycle and motorcycle “habal-habal” are available for rent where from/to depends on how far the place is. Tell the driver that you are off to Club Asiano and they knew it. Fare? we pay Php100 for the three of us, so around Php35 per head per way.
6. The resort is right beside Cavanico El Mari Resort. Make sure to book the tricycle for your return trip. Transportation is a bit lacking in these part of the island.

 

Note: Ask always the locals.. so that people will not take advantage of you.

 

 

Accommodation:

Ohana House – Php10,000 exclusive for a group of 15 person

Dormitory Type – Php7000 per overnight of 12 people (new built)

Php4000 per overnight of 6 people (new built)

Air Conditioned Room – Php3000 per overnight of 4 people (duplex type)

Non-Air Conditioned Room – Php1,500 per overnight of 4 people (duplex type)

Badjao Room – Php1,300 per overnight of 2 person

 

I must have to refer their page/site about this stuff just to make sure you’re on the right page and the list of updates that might have. So if you want an advance reservation and or something about to ask?.

Just click the link and there you go www.clubasiano.com

 

(updated details are below)..

 

Club Asiano Beach Resort

Contact Number – 09228665881

Entrance fee – Php100 day tour and Php300 overnight

Open cottage/Tables and chairs – Free

Tent – I don’t know if they allow it and if yes (space rental is ?.)

Resto Bar – Food starts at Php150 – Php320 per order

Food and drinks – they have corkage on some items (usually lechon, soft drinks, and liquor)

Strictly NO PETS allowed.

 

 

Things to do:

Actually, the place is more on relaxation and chill all throughout the day. They have a small area that you can’t do your beach activities like volleyball and etc., only you can do there is swimming all day, videoke room to sing along, small billiard to play, a small activity area for small gatherings and nothing more I guess.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Very hoping that these information guides you all throughout before going there.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

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South Cebu Destination

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

1. Kawasan Falls
2. Kabotongan Falls
3. Aguinid Falls

 

Kawasan Falls is a getaway destination in the southwest part of Cebu to locals and foreigners alike. With its lush tropical trees and plants everywhere, the peaceful flow of the river as it gracefully rushes to the distant sea, the sound of the waterfalls on the background and the cool and deep freshwater, everything around just seems so relaxed, simple and very serene. Just nature as it should be. A gentle hush of rushing ice cool water. All these and the most famous now is Canyoneering in Badian Kawasan Falls!

Just 130 kilometers southwest of Cebu City and about 3 hours bus ride, the Kawasan Falls is located in the mountains of Barangay Matutinao, Badian. And from there the two remaining destinations are so easy to get into by renting a motorcycle or “habal-habal”.

Kabotongan Falls, primarily located in the next town in Malabuyoc. One of the hidden waterfalls in the south because of its location and the trek off to there, the falls is best for those who seek adventures and ultimate feeling. Kabotongan is a bit difficult to conquer that might pump your adrenaline and enough to feel that your muscles are working, its okay to felt that way when you knew that there is a satisfying waterfall awaits you at the end of those efforts. I guess the falls remains un touristed because of its wondrous beauty and magnificent rock formation.

Just less than 10 kilometers going south from Badian and about less than an hour bus ride or by just renting a motorcycle to reach Malabuyoc.

Aguinid Falls offers such escapade for those who loved the amazing beauty of waters and much of magical surroundings. Aguinid is situated in the town of Samboan right after those town mentioned above and about a couple of kilometers after Malabuyoc. The falls promoted as an ecotourism destination because of its majestic beauty and a multi-tiered waterfall system. It is a unique waterfall because you can see not one but more than a single waterfall that rock is beautifully shaped, amazing water compositions and you will be rewarded with a breathtaking experience with the underlying beauty of the waterfalls at the end.

Kawasan Falls/Canyoneering

Kabotongan Falls/Mountaineering 

Aguinid Falls

How to get there:

1. From the airport, you can ride a bus going to the city proper and it takes 30 mins to get there, bus fare is the only Php25.

2. From SM City Cebu where bus stop. SouthWing part of the mall you can find there the jeepney terminal and from there ride a jeep 10M (signed) or in front of the mall 10H (signed). The fare is only Php8 and tells the driver to drop you down at the crossing where South Bus Terminal located. if you can’t you can ride by taxi just tell the driver that you’re going to South Bus Terminal.

3. In there just take a signed bus Bato via Barili not via Liloan coz its two way. Tell the conductor to drop you at Brgy. Matutinao in Badian where Kawasan Falls situated or better way tell them that you are off to go there and they will drop you down there. It takes almost 3-4 hours and fare of around Php170.

Canyoneering will cost you a lot, before were just paying Php1000/head for the entire exploration including our meal after, the updated price, for now, is Php1200 – Php1500/head depends on the pax/participants and no meals included.

4. Right after your Kawasan Falls the closest falls next to it is the Kabotongan Falls where located in the next town in Malabuyoc going south. Better ride a motorcycle and tell him that you are off there. Actually, drop down point is along the highway and there’s no landmarks/signage so better ask the locals or the driver if he/they know it but I guess they knew it. Fare if the bus is Php25 and by motorcycle is Php50. It takes you half an hour to reach there.

Sometimes price depends on how good you are in terms of negotiating or your haggling abilities.

5. After your Kabotongan Falls adventure your next stop would be Aguinid Falls, so you must be in the same location where the driver drops you down. In there you can wait for either bus or motorcycle and off to south again. Take a signed bus Bato and tell the driver that you are off to Samboan, actually, there is a signage about the falls when you reach or pass by there, a landmark I guess the small gym and there’s a small church/chapel. The fare is around Php50 and it takes about 30-40mins to reach there.

Note: Always ask the locals.

If you can catch an early trip at South Bus Terminal by 2:30am you can have that tour/itinerary in just one day. Always remember the signed bus Bato via Barili coz you are going southwest part not via Liloan coz that southeast part most likely going to Oslob.

Accommodation:

In these part actually is a bit lack of accommodation, I guess the nearest that have are in Moalboal before Badian, Alegria. There is the one actually right beside the Seven Eleven (7/11) store in Badian the name of that is Ging-Ging Inn. The rates per overnight stay are Php800 good for two people and not bad at all, just don’t expect too much for such a great accommodation coz its more than a hundred kilometers away from the city, but if you are a backpacker/traveler it doesn’t matter anyway. In Kawasan Falls they are also offering accommodation to their guest because now they are accepting guest who wants an overnight stay in the area. Range most probably around Php1000 per stay overnight, I don’t know if it is good for solo, two or group of people but that’s exactly the amount when I asked information. The place has its own restaurant offers foods and beverages were anytime you can make request/orders, so there’s nothing to worry about it.

 

Things to do:

1. The adventure of Kawasan Falls Canyoneering.

2. Kabotongan Falls Mountaineering

3. Embracing the breath-taking cascade of crystal waters of Aguinid Falls.

4. And the simple, very serene and relaxing sound of nature.

5. The view of Negros Province from the sea.

6. Beach hopping to/from that area.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Planning your Cebu destination? This blog might help you and your itineraries.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

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The Hidden Paradise “South of Samal Island”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…
                          San Remigio, Samal

 

San Remigio. The called “virgin paradise” in Kaputian District, Samal Island, Davao del Norte. Located in the southern tip part of the island. The place is one of so many Barangay or “Sitio” in Kaputian that most of the people even in Davao don’t know yet that there is a hidden paradise in Kaputian, Samal and that would be in San Remigio.

 

Alorro Beach Resort

The resort is very quiet and simple opposition to the very expensive and majestic beauty of the beach in San Remigio, rich in colorful stones and corals, very authentic like sand and crystal clear water that stand out among those beaches and resort in the island. You can truly enjoy the entire vicinity of the place. It is another spot to those who loved beaches like me.

What I love about Samal?., is that the island has always the best white sand beaches and a crystal clear blue water, that somehow you can’t even tell if that is a deeper or not. The scenic views and shoreline are really perfect come with a very quiet wave. The island is dotted with so many scenic spots, breathtaking views and for any water activities. Samal is just a minute away in Davao City proper and 24/7 barge transfer from Davao – Samal and vise versa.

This is a must try resort. I can assure you that you will surely be amazed.

 

woah! what a magnificent view

 

entire view of the beach

 

perfect “crystal clear blue water”

 

morning view “sunrise”

 

late morning “breathtaking view”

 

the best place to chill and relax

 

12 high noon (photo)

 

“white sand shoreline”

 

 

 

 

late afternoon

 

best for camping

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Samal Island located.
2. From Davao airport, catch a bus going to Ecoland Bus Terminal passes by Cabaguio or Dacudao road. Tell the driver to drop you down at Magsaysay port. Or better yet, ride a taxi to get there.
3. Magsaysay Port is the entry points going to kaputian, Samal, Talikud Island and other private beaches in Samal Island. From there, take a ferry boat way to Kaputian where San Remigio located.  Note: That’s the best way to get there.

Note: Morning is the best time to go there. Trips start at 8am – 3pm.

4. Usually, ferry boats are likely going there or make a stop in there. It takes you 45 mins to reach Kaputian and fare is Php80/head per way.
5. From there, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to rent actually they will approach every passenger upon arrival. Fare to San Remigio is Php70/head per way and it takes you almost an hour to get there.

Note: Make sure to get the contact number of your driver for your return trip. Transportation is a bit lacking in these part of Samal.

6. Another way in is in Sasa Wharf in Sasa 11. Tell the driver to drop you down there. Barge fare is Php10. When you reach Babak in Samal Island motorcycle are available to rent just tell them where are you off to. Fare from there to San Remigio is around Php170 – Php200 per head.

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

 

Accommodation:

The resort offers an accommodation to their guest and price range depends of course to what type of room do you want for., take note accommodation there are very modest but I assure you that is really cozy one (see details below). In our case, we don’t actually rent a room in there but what we did is we bring our own tents with us and only rent an open cottage in there (best way to do guys).

 

Alorro Beach Resort

Entrance Fee – Php20 day tour and Php40 overnight

Tables and Chairs – Php100 (under Talisay tree)

Open Cottage – Php250 day tour and Php300 overnight

Rooms – ranges from Php500 – Php1200 per overnight stay

Tent – Php100 space rental

Amenities:

1. Grilling station (open kitchen)
2. Mini store
3. Toilet and Shower room
4. Don’t expect too much…

Note: very quiet simple resort, but beauty speaks a lot.

 

Things to do:

1. Camping
2. Swimming and Snorkeling
3. Beach Sport: volleyball and etc.
4. Beach Bumming
5. Beach Hopping
6. Boating or Kayaking
7. Fishing
8. A better place to: chill and relax

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m cascading this information and how to get there, just like me. I want you to experience the real beauty of San Remigio and how magnificent it was.

Enjoy and have a safe trip!.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me @; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“The Land of Pineapple”

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                                Bukidnon

 

Bukidnon. The eighth largest province in the country. Is located in a landlocked province at the central Mindanao and a total land area of 829, 378 hectares. Its capital is the city of Malaybalay. According to the 2015 census, the province has a population of around 1,500,000. The name “Bukidnon” means “Highlander” or “mountain dweller”. The province is considered as a food basket in Mindanao, they are the producers of rice and corn in the region, the province also includes pineapples, bananas, and sugarcane.

Bukidnon is a mountainous province considering Mt. Dulang-dulang, the 2nd highest mountain in the country, (9,639 ft) located in Kitanglad Mountain Range., and of course the 4th, 5th, 8th, 17th and 30th highest mountain in the country are also found in the province. The place is the best spot for those outdoor adventure enthusiasts. Their tourist attractions are really fit for those who loved eco-adventure like mountain climbing, hiking, trekking, rappelling and etc. Recently, they establish an adventure park “Dahilayan” that somehow catch the attention of many tourists.

The province celebrates the “Kaamulan Festival”, which means “to gather” an ethnic cultural festival held annually in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon from 3rd week of February up to 1st or 2nd week of March. It is held to celebrate the culture and tradition of the seven ethnic tribal groups in Bukidnon, namely; Higaonon, Talaandig, Manobo, Matigsalug, Tigwahanon, and Umayamnon that originally inhabit in the province.

 

welcome view of Quezon, Bukidnon from Davao

 

Mt. Capistrano

 

“Mt. Capistrano” view from the east

 

“Nasuli Cold Spring”

 

“Blue Water Cave”

 

famous “Quezon Overview”

 

“Bemwa Strawberry Farm”

 

bloom flowers of “Bemwa Farm”

 

must try; “binignit”

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights to either Cagayan de Oro City which is the nearest entry point to Bukidnon and Davao City which also an entry point of going there.
2. Cagayan de Oro City. From there, just take a bus going or a “Davao” signed bus. It takes only more than an hour going to Bukidnon, tells the driver/conductor to drop you down at Malaybalay Bukidnon. The fare is around Php150 per one way. Also, there are multicabs/jeepneys that are actually going/passing there. (Route: Manolo, Malaybalay, Valencia, Maramag, and Quezon) these are part of Bukidnon Province.
3. Davao City. Coming from there, take a bus with a sign “Bukidnon” and “Cagayan” (aircon bus) at Ecoland Bus Terminal. The fare is around Php350 – Php380/head per one way and roughly 4 and a half to 5hrs bus ride of getting there. Just tell the driver/conductor to drop you at Malaybalay in Bukidnon.
4. From there, rent a motorcycle “habal-habal” to reach your first destination in Brgy. Simaya, Malaybalay, Bukidnon (Mt. Capistrano) tell the driver to drop you down where locals and public officials accommodate those tourist, travelers, backpackers, and etc. who will hike Mt. Capistrano. The fare is Php25 – Php35/head per way.
5. Thereafter, motorcycle “habal-habal” is available to rent where from/to just tell where you off to and if necessary better use your haggling abilities in negotiating price.
6. For the “Blue Water Cave” and “Quezon Overview” both are in Quezon, are easy to get into they are along highways like BuDa the famous “Seagull” and the newest I guess “Highway 81” you can go there by riding a bus just tell the driver/conductor where to drop you.

Note: Always ask the locals.

Note: Bukidnon is a huge province with a lot of destination/things to do. Organize and sequence itinerary helps you guys a lot.

 

Accommodation:

Bukidnon has a lot to offer when it comes to your accommodation, so if you are planning to explore the entire province of Bukidnon I guess you are really in need of a place where you can stay for a night. From the south part upon entering Bukidnon or “BuDa” the boundary between Davao and Bukidnon there’s a lot of accommodation in there like “Seagull” and “Highway 81” the place is great and so much with the cool weather (click for details) Seagull Mountain Resort and Highway 81. The capital town of Bukidnon in Malaybalay has accommodations to offer either a Vacation room, Inns, Lodging or Transient down to a budget one (click for details) Malaybalay Hotels. Of course the famous “Dahilayan” in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon is an adventure park and resort offers accommodation to their guest, the place has an accommodation with different choices in the different room price and the cool thing is., there so much to do in there (click for details) Dahilayan Accommodation. 

 

Things to do:

1. “Kaamulan” Ethnic Cultural Festival (end of February to 1st week of March)
2. famous Dahilayan Adventure Park
3. Pineapple Plantation (Delmonte)
4. must try- Mt. Capistrano
5. Mountain Climbing at Mt. Dulang-dulang (2nd highest mountain)
6. Relax at Nasuli Cold Spring
7. Trekking at Blue Water Cave
8. Quezon Overview
9. Try to visit Bemwa Strawberry Farm
10. Check these out;

Lake Apo, Malaybalay Falls, Monastery of the Transfiguration, Alalum Falls and etc.

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

That information above serves you as your travel guideway to the land of Bukidnon.

Enjoy and have a safe trip!.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me @; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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“The Summer Capital of the Philippines”

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                          City of Pines – Baguio

 

Baguio. Called the “City of Pines”, it’s particularly popular in summer due to unusually cooler weather. Famous “Burnham Park” is at the center or heart of the city, with gardens and lake. Session Road is the main street in the city were lined with shops, restaurants, and entertainments. Baguio, is part of Luzon island in the Philippines, is a highly urbanized city in northern Luzon, now also known as “Summer Capital of the Philippines”. Geographically located within Benguet, serving as the provincial capital.

Baguio, is a very well known place when you heard; where to spend your summer getaway?., not just because of the cool weather they have but of course the place has the best gift of culture, history and scenic attraction that make it interesting getaway, ranked as favorite place to visit by local and foreign tourists and one of the country’s top destinations. “Panagbenga Festival” is one of the local festivities that also attract tourists.

 

famous “Burnham Park”

“Pine Trees” are everywhere

“Baguio Museum”

“Baguio Cathedral” Our Lady of Atonement

 

Overview “Porta Vaga Mall”

“The Mansion”

“Burnham Lake”

“Rose” a lot in Burnham Park

flowers in “Botanical Garden”

“Botanical Garden” one of those many architectural spots

embracing their culture “tribal suits”

“Wright Park”

must try; kakanin Baguio

“Mines View Park”

“Souvenir Shops”

“strawberry Taho”

How to get there:

1. Manila airport is the entry point to Baguio City.
2. From the airport, taxis are available outside. Note; better to ride a white taxi rather than a yellow one (honest and cheap) just tell the driver to drop you down at Victory Liner Bus Terminal or North Genesis Bus Terminal in Cubao and Pasay, EDSA. The said two bus terminal has an available station in those both location.
3. Or else, there are buses outside at the airport heading to Northbound like Quezon City via EDSA. That’s if you have enough time (better and cheap by the way).
4. From there, take a bus with a sign “Baguio” (aircon bus). The fare is Php445 per one way and approximately 5-6hrs travel time. Better to catch the early trip by 1am and 1hr interval time (recommend a dawn trip) most probably breakfast time by 6am you’ll there and you can start strolling the beautiful city.
5. Actually, when you reach there, the bus terminal is in the heart of the city where the upper corner is where SM Baguio located so it easy for you to go in one spot to another. The nearest spot for you is their Cathedral, City Museum, Burnham Park, and a lot more.
6. Fare in Baguio (public jeepney) Php8.50 – Php10 depends upon the spot/location you’re off to. No entrance fee for all parks and tourist spots (not cost you a lot actually).

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Actually, if you are following same as my itinerary, you can explore the city with their beautiful spots in just one day same as mine. But if you wanted to spend like two to three days in Baguio just because you want to escape those stressful events of your life, actually the place to stay is not to worry about, there’s a lot in there who offer the best accommodation at an affordable price from the luxury hotel down to the budget hotel. There are over 70 hotels and inns available in the city (click for details) Baguio Accommodation for inquiries and reservation. Foods are great in Baguio especially their delicacies “kakanin” for local terms, strawberry soya “taho” and must try their “bulalo” Baguio.

 

Things to do:

1. “Panagbenga” Flower Festival (month of February)
2. Town Tour (walking or by jeepney)
3. Baguio Museum (Art Museum in Baguio)
4. Baguio Cathedral (Our Lady of Atonement)
5. City Overview (SM Baguio and Porta Vaga Mall)
6. Famous Burnham Park (a lot to do in there)
7. Botanical Garden (a lot to embrace in there)
8. Wright Park (horseback riding)
9. The Mansion (Summer Palace of the President)
10. Lion’s Head (along Kennon Road)
11. Mines View Park (overview)
12. Souvenir Shops
13. Food Trip
14. must try to visit;  Benguet (there so much in there)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m really hoping that those details above help you in making a planned visit to the place.

Enjoy and have a safe trip!.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me @; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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The Hidden White Beach.. “Little Boracay”

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                               Santa Maria, Davao Occidental

 

Santa Maria is a municipality located on Mindanao Island, is about 40 kilometers north-west of province capital municipality of Malita and about 1,024 kilometers south and south-east of the Philippine main capital Manila. The municipality is located at the foot of Mt. Cuiawa, were standing about more than a hundred meters above sea level.

The municipality is one of the best destinations in Davao Region. When it comes to beautiful beaches, this is the home of famous “Little Boracay” and other hidden white sand beaches nearby. The beach is situated on the coastal side of Brgy. Sto. Nino. This resort is very simple, quiet and untouchably beautiful. It has a very unique of natural powderize white sand and the water is very pristine. In there you can feel like you return back to nature, no stalls and shops, parties at night, not crowded and very clean and green.

So!. Let the tour begin!. It’s been waiting for you.

 

“The View” from the road

 

“Little Boracay” facing Mt. Cuiawa

 

“Little Boracay” by morning

 

“Beach Hopping”

 

“White Beach” reach by boat

 

“White Beach” 20mins by boat

 

“White Beach” far right

 

“White Beach” far left

 

at Little Boracay “Cottages”

 

“Little Boracay” by afternoon

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is an entry point to Sta. Maria in Davao Occidental.
2. From there, catch a bus right in front with a sign “Davao” they are actually off to Davao Bus Terminal in ecoland. Or a taxi just tells the driver that your way to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
3. Take a bus going/passing to Sta. Maria. Ride with a sign “Sta. Maria” if not take “Malita” signed bus. Tell the driver/conductor to drop you down at Sta. Maria and that’s before Malita. The fare is around Php150. It takes almost 3hrs of travel time going there.
4. In there, ride/rent a motorcycle “habal-habal” that would take you to the place. The fare will depend actually on negotiation, sort of your “haggling abilities”. We are paying Php30 per head. 

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

 

Accommodation:

For travelers and backpackers, tents will do and you can rent an open cottage for Php50 or Php100-Php400., but actually, they have accommodation. Air Conditioned rooms/cottages range is around Php1000. They have dormitory type rooms for groups for Php3000. The resort can accommodate tourist even if you’re a solo traveler, duo, or with the group, also they cater events like seminars, training, conventions and etc. (see details below) for inquiries and reservation.

Little Boracay Beach Resort

Brgy. Sto. Nino, Colongan Road, Sta. Maria

8011 Sta. Maria, Davao Occidental

Phone: N/A

Mobile: 09399064036

Website: N/A

Facebook page: @littleboracay/sta.maria

 

 

Things to do:

1. Entrance Fee – Php20 +Php10 for overnight
2. Town Tour
3. Swimming and Snorkeling
4. Boating or Kayaking
5. Camping
6. Beach Sports: Volleyball and etc.
7. Beach Hopping (White Beach/Haven)
8. Must try: Bulalo (town proper)
9. More on: relaxation

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping on the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that I cascade the helpful tips and details of coming there.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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Explore Ilocos.. “The Sunshine City”

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                                 Laoag, Ilocos Norte

 

Laoag, officially the City of Laoag is a third-class city and capital of the province of Ilocos Norte in the Philippines. The City of Laoag is located in the west-central part of the Province of Ilocos Norte bordering the South China Sea. The historic scenic tourist spots, availability of internationally competitive accommodations and facilities, and the presence of supportive national government agencies makes Laoag an ecotourism center, as classified by the Department of Tourism.

Laoag City has been named as one of the top tourist destinations in Region I and in the country. Tourism has become a major economic driver of Laoag City, paving the way for new commercial investments and infrastructure development. Fort Ilocandia Hotel and Resort. Other places of interest include a tour of heritage sites featuring Spanish colonial buildings, baroque churches, white-sand beach resorts of Pagudpud, and Marcos-era mansions.

 

“City of Laoag” city proper

 

“Laoag Plaza”

 

“Heritage House”

 

“Laoag Museum”

 

“Bell Tower”

 

“Famous Paoay Church”

 

“Snack House & Souvenir Shop”

 

“Famous Empanada” Ilocos

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, I guess there are daily flights directly to Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.
2. You can follow my itinerary or you can create your own as for where I started my Ilocos Tour. If you will here be the link from Manila to Vigan. Travel Guide to Ilocos
3. Same station “Partas Bus Terminal” in Vigan. Take a bus with a sign “Laoag” it takes you a 2hrs bus ride. The fare is Php135.
4. Vigan and Laoag are mostly the same when it comes to fare. Get around by tricycle is Php10 and by jeepney depends from/to point of stop.
5. Most of the tourist spots in Laoag can be seen in their town proper. Unlike Paoay Church to get there is by jeepney. The fare is around Php35.

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Suggestions for affordable and cheap price accommodation for backpackers are Starlight Lodging House, Texicano Hotel and Pichay lodge. The place is enough good for a short stay in Ilocos.

Starlight Lodging House, Php500 per overnight stay. The room was quite big for two people, has its own bathroom, with television and air-conditioned.

Contact # +639228700433/ +63(77) 772-0921

Texicano Hotel, Php320 per overnight stay. The room was good, for solo, duo or group, has a television set, air-conditioned and even wifi. Closest to landmarks of course.

Contact # +63(77) 772-0290

Pichay Lodge, Php350 per overnight stay. The room was spacious enough, has a bathroom but not air-conditioned. Not maintained well.

Contact # +63(77) 770-3972

 

Things to do:

1. City Tour
2. Belltower
3. Famous Paoay Church
4. Fort Ilocandia Resort
5. Malacanang of the North
6. St. William’s Cathedral
7. Ruins and Museums
8. Batac Riverside
9. Must Try: Famous Empanada and Longganisa

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that I’m giving you guys the best tips for your travel.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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Explore Ilocos.. “The Oldest Town & Heritage Village”

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Goes to…
                                 

                              Vigan, Ilocos Sur

 

Vigan, officially the City of Vigan is a fourth-class component city and capital of the province of Ilocos Sur in the Philippines. It serves as the capital of Ilocos Sur and has been a major political and trading center since before the Spanish colonizers arrived in the Philippines. It is 407 kilometers away from Manila, 82 kilometers away from Laoag City, and 138 kilometers away from San Fernando, La Union, the regional capital of Ilocos Region. 

Vigan is a city in the Philippines, on the west coast of Luzon island. It’s known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial and Asian architecture. Calle Crisologo dominates the Mestizo district, with its cobblestone streets, malecón, horse-drawn carriages and rustic mansions. Near the white baroque Vigan Cathedral are Plaza Salcedo, offering fountain light shows, and Plaza Burgos, known for its street-food stalls. it is the country’s most extensive and only surviving historic city that dates back to the 16th century Spanish colonial period. Vigan was an important coastal trading post in pre-colonial times.

 

“Famous Calle Crisologo”

 

“Baluarte”

 

“Kalesa” Vigan

 

“Bantay Bell Tower”

 

“Vigan View” from Baluarte

 

“Safari Gallery”

 

“St. Augustine Church”

 

“St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral”

 

“Plaza Salcedo”

 

“Souvenir Shop”

 

“Famous Empanada” Ilocos

 

How to get there:

1. Manila airport is the entry point to Vigan, Ilocos Sur.
2. From Manila airport, you can book a flight to Laoag which is the closest airport in Vigan. In there, take a bus with a sign “Vigan” or a bus passing in there “Manila” and “Baguio” signed bus just ask the driver if they stop in Vigan. The fare is around Php120 Vigan to Laoag.
3. As I told you, ride a white taxis rather than yellow taxis in the airport (honest and cheap). Tell the driver to drop you down at Partas Bus Station in Pasay or in Cubao, EDSA.
4. From there, take a bus with a sign “Vigan” (aircon bus) it takes you 10hrs to get there. The fare is Php665 (recommend a night trip).
5. When you reach Partas Bus Station in Vigan. Take a ride by tricycle off to town proper. The fare is Php10 according to locals.
6. You can start your day/tour in their town proper. You can have you tour there by means of walk or by riding their famous “kalesa” for Php150. The driver of that “kalesa” serve as your tour guide in the city.

Note: Always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Actually, I had an only day tour in Vigan and my accommodation was in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. One whole day is more than enough for you to tour around in Vigan. But if you wanted to stay there for a night, I do suggest “Hotel ni Among” as your accommodation as my friend recommended me. The place is very known in Vigan actually as the most affordable and reasonable price for travelers and tourists. Best for solo, duo and even group. Price range starts at Php500 to Php1500 per overnight stay. Dining and food in Vigan are everywhere from restaurants to street foods, just go to their town proper actually all there is walking distance.

 

Things to do:

1. City Tour (walking or “kalesa”)
2. Vigan Festival (month of May)
3. Vigan Fiesta (month of January)
4. Famous Calle Crisologo
5. Baluarte
6. Bantay Bell Tower
7. Churches (St. Augustine & St. Paul Cathedral)
8. Plaza Salcedo (dancing fountain)
9. Museum and Souvenir Shop
10. Must try: famous Empanada and Bagnet

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that the above information and details help you guys as your travel guide.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

Part II. “The Sunshine City” Laoag, Ilocos Norte.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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The Magnificent Beauty of “Glan, Sarangani”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                          Gumasa White Beach

 

Glan is located on the west by Sarangani Bay, on the north by Davao Occidental, and on the south by the Celebes Sea. At the southernmost tip of the Philippines, Glan boasts of pristine shorelines dotted with strips of the powdery white-sand beach of Gumasa facing the Celebes Sea which hands down, is among the Philippines’ best beaches. Among the earliest Christian towns in Mindanao, Glan has heaps to offer both for tourists and investors. Colonial-era structures make Glan even more alluring to visitors.

Glan is a leading producer of copra in the region and has survived the ups and downs of the coconut industry. Every October, Glan showcases the “Lubi-Lubi Festival”. There is more to the costumes, choreography, and musicality in this yearly competition. The colors and faces of Lubi-Lubi Festival every October reflect Glan’s industry and tradition altogether. While Gumasa celebrates a long day of beach party which is very known to the neighboring provinces and cities, “the Sarangani Bay Festival” also known to the locals as SarBay Fest, an annual event in the province. The festival is held on every month of May.

 

“Gumasa Beach” in Coco Beach Resort

 

“right side view” Rosal Beach Resort

 

“Sunset View in Gumasa”

 

“Morning View”

 

 

 

“Baluyan” Overview

 

 

‘MERS” famous Pasalubong Center Digos

 

Random Photos:

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao and General Santos City, which are entry points to Gumasa.

Note: From Davao Airport

2. Coming from the airport, ride a taxi and tell the driver that you’re going to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
3. From there, you can ride a bus bound directly to General Santos City. It takes you 3-4 hours of going there. Fare most likely around Php250. Just tell the conductor to drop you down at Gaisano Mall and from there you can walk to KCC Mall.

Note: From Gensan Airport

4. From the airport, just ride a tricycle or taxi where Gensan often has. Tell the driver that you’re going to KCC Mall.
5. The terminal going to Gumasa is right beside at the mall. You can take a van bound to Glan for Php100 and it takes you for more than an hour. Drop down station is Alegado Terminal at Glan.
6. From the terminal, tricycles are everywhere you can rent them for Php100 going to Gumasa. Takes you there for about 20 mins.

Note: Make sure to book the tricycle for your return trip soon to Glan. Transportation is a bit lacking in these part of Sarangani.

Note: always ask the locals.

 

 

Accommodation:

Better to bring your tent with you because accommodation there cost you a lot. You have a choice of Coco Beach Resort, Rosal Beach Resort, White Haven Resort, Davak Beach and Isla Jardin Gumasa most likely range starts at Php1500-Php2500 per overnight stay. Even their cottages are little bit pricey range starts at Php450-Php1200 and of course food also there and bit costly. Just take note that you cannot order a food from them if you’re not a guest in them, what I mean is Gumasa is a public wide beach so you can stay anywhere you want as long as it has a shoreline to stand your tents, and mats or whatever you are bringing with. But if you are really wanted a cottage or room for you, I’ll suggest Coco Beach Resort. Entrance fee is Php50, cottages there are good enough for your things just bring your tents with you so that you will not cost a lot there.

Coco Beach Resort, Gumasa

Gumasa, Glan, Sarangani Province

9517 Glan, Sarangani, Philippines

Phone: (083) 893-0324

Mobile: 09195330408, 09278237780 or 09182965217

Website: http://www.cocobeach-gumasa.com

Visit their Facebook page @ Coco Beach Resort, Gumasa

 

 

Things to do:

1. Scuba Diving
2. Snorkeling and Swimming
3. Kayaking and Boating
4. Long Beach walk at Gumasa
5. Beach Sport: volleyball and etc.
6. Camping at Gumasa
7. StopOver: Baluyan View, General Santos City, MERS Digos

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Hoping that the above information will help you reach and experience Gumasa.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

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Follow my travels on my Facebook Page

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My next blog. Let’s explore. “The Summer Capital of South Cotabato”, Lake Sebu.

Let experience the adventure of the Highest Zipline in Southeast Asia…

Explore: Mati, Davao Oriental

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

 

1. Dahican
2. Masao
3. Sleeping Dinosaur

 

Mati is the only city in, and the capital of the Province of Davao Oriental, Philippines, it is located in the south-eastern part of Mindanao. Mati knows as Coconut Capital of the Philippines.

Mati celebrates two annual festivals: the Pujada bay festival every month of June, to promote and protect the Pujada Bay and the Sambuokan Festival every month of October, to unite Martinians. In years, both festivals have become an alternative tourist destination.

The province is the home of beautiful beaches in the Philippines that waits for you to explore, pristine white sand and crystal blue waters of Dahican, which is very famous when you heard the place. Undeniably Mati is a great spot of natural wonders.

 

So what are you waiting for? it’s been waiting for you.

 

“Sleeping Dinosaur” along the way

 

“Masao View”

 

“Beach of Masao”

 

“Masao Cottages”

 

 

 

“Dahican”

 

“Beach of Dahican” crystal blue-water

 

“Sand in Dahican”

 

“Baywalk, Mati”

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is an entry point to Mati.
2. Coming from Davao International Airport, if you don’t know the place yet ride a taxi and tell the driver that you’re going to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
3. In there, you can ride a bus directly going to Mati City. Travel time takes you 3-4 hours and fare of Php250 and plus, I don’t know exactly how much but I guess cost is most likely in that range.
4. Or you can ride a van offers direct way too. Vans are located in Ecoland Terminal, Malls like; G-Mall, SM Mall, NCCC Mall and even Victoria Plaza. Vans are the easiest and fastest way to get there.
5. When you reach there, tricycle or motorcycle are everywhere, you can rent them where to/from. People, there are very accommodating. (Ask always the locals) if you don’t know yet the place.

In my case, I travel there with a group so we decided to rent a van in order to make use of our time. We rented the van for 2 days of Php2500 including the gas.

Note: Some tourist spots are along the way and to experience those you have to make a stop and take a picture in it or else you can see that attraction only at the window of the bus/van where you at.

 

 

Accommodation:

For a group of people, I highly suggest the Cinco Masao Beach Resort, a resort where we stay in for a night too. The resort is very affordable when it comes to rooms and cottages rates. Cottages are like villas that stands near and above sea waters where views are absolutely amazing and the calm waters that surround you feel you good and relax. Rates start at Php400-Php600 per overnight stay. If you forgot to bring your foods, the resort offers delicious foods too that are reasonable in your pocket.

Cinco Masao Beach Resort

Sitio Masao, Tamisan, Mati City

8200 Mati City, Philippines

Phone: N/A

Mobile: 09368606034, 09066794267, 09268769733 or 0906011481

Website: N/A

Visit their Facebook page @ j.mp/MasaoBeach

 

 

Things to do:

1. Island Hopping to their untouchable islands
2. Surfing and Skimboarding at Dahican
3. Camping at Amihan
4. Beach Sports: frisbee and etc.
5. Swimming and Snorkeling at Masao
6. Long Beach walk at Dahican
7. StopOver:  Sleeping Dinosaur, Mati City proper, Baywalk, Subangan Museum, Famous empanada

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.
7. (Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
8. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
9. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
10. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that I’m giving you guys the best tips for your travel.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

joseph.jakealexus

follow my travels @ my Facebook Page

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and more exploration in my Instagram @

tisoy1523

 

 

My next blog. Let’s be amazing.. “The Magnificent Beauty of”, Gumasa.

Let see what magnificent beauty be like…

Exploring “The Land of Seven Falls” “Summer Capital of the South” “Highest Zipline in Southeast Asia”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                         Lake Sebu

 

Lake Sebu is a natural lake located in the municipality of Lake Sebu, in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. Lake Sebu has a very rich culture. They are famous for their product known as T’nalak because 6o percent of their population is T’boli tribe. The economy there is based on aquaculture of St. Peter’s Fish also known as Tilapia grown in a large cages floating in the lake.

The lake is the biggest of all three lakes in the municipality with an area of 354 hectares, located just within the Poblacion that tourist can go by riding a traditional boat and fishing, another one is bigger boats for you to explore around the lake. Lake Sebu has known for their zip line as “The Highest in Southeast Asia” at a height of 200 meters. The zip line passes by the majestic view of waterfalls.

The Municipality of Lake Sebu is very fresh and cool, that’s why people of the south called the place as the “Summer Capital of the South” because the area is at 1000 meters above sea level. It is the number one stop destination for tourists and travelers who like adventures and get some refreshments for their souls. One of the best places in the country to experience a different culture, discover the thrilling adventure, explore the magnificent creation and embrace the beauty of wonders.

Just nature as it should be.

 

“The largest Falls of all Seven Falls”

 

“First falls in the Seven Falls”

 

“Zipline in Lake Sebu” Highest in Southeast Asia

 

“Dolores Lake Resort”

 

“Lake View” from Dolores Lake Resort

 

“Lake View” from Punta Isla Lake Resort

 

“Floating Restaurant” Punta Isla

 

“View from the Boat” Lake Tour

 

 

“Lantaw Marbel” in Koronadal City

 

“Mt. Matutum” Tupi

 

‘MERS” famous Pasalubong Center Digos

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao and General Santos City, which are entry points to Lake Sebu, South Cotabato.

Note: From Davao Airport

2. Coming from the airport,  catch a multicab or bus going or passing to Ecoland Bus Station, or better yet ride a taxi and tell the driver that you’re going to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
3. From there, you can ride a bus bound directly to Marbel or Koronadal City. It takes you 4-5 hours of going there. The fare is around Php350 and your drop down station is Koronadal Bus Terminal.

Note: From Gensan Airport

4. From the airport, ride a motorcycle or habal-habal way to Bulaong Bus Terminal, Gensan.
5. In there, take a bus bound to Marbel or Koronadal City for about an hour. Fare around Php100. Drop down station is Koronadal Bus Terminal.
6. From the terminal, ride a bus going to Surallah. Travel time is 30 mins I guess and fare is around Php30.
7. When you reach Surallah Bus Terminal. Van or jeepney is available in the area that will take you to Lake Sebu. It takes you for about an hour to get there and the fare is around Php50.
8. From there you can rent a motorcycle or habal-habal where to/from for Php50 per person.

 

Accommodation:

By that time I traveled with a group of people, I guess accommodation by then was Punta Isla Lake Resort and Dolores Lake Resort, which as far I know. Now a lot of accommodation is existing in the area, Sun Rise Garden Lake Resort, Lake Sebu Mountain Log Resort, Monte Cielo Resort and a lot I guess. Were in two groups, one group stayed in Punta Isla Lake Resort and our group stayed in Dolores Lake Resort, the two resorts are both walking distance. Both resorts are great when it comes to amenities and facilities, offers good food and good quality service. Rooms are very affordable solo or group, they have Dormitory type room, Barkada room, Family room and Single type or for Double. You can contact them right down below. Dolores Lake Resort has the biggest pool and while Punta Isla Lake Resort has the floating restaurant.

Dolores Lake Resort

Sitio Tukofol Lake Sebu, South Cotabato

Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Philippines

Phone: (083) 236-1058

Mobile: 09175214661, 09175214666 or 09175214659

Website: http://www.doloreshotels.ph

Email Add: info_doloreslake@dolores.ph

Visit their Facebook page @ Dolores Lake Resort

Punta Isla Lake Resort

Sitio Tukofol Lake Sebu, South Cotabato

Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Philippines

Phone: (083) 236-1053

Mobile: 09194515015 or 09052895134

Website: Punta Isla Lake Resort

Email Add: reservation.puntaisla@yahoo.com

Visit their Facebook page @ Punta Isla Lake Resort

 

Things to do:

1. Zipline – 250/head (easiest and best way to see those majestic falls)
2. Seven Hikongs or Waterfalls
3. Trekking to Falls and Virgin Forest
4. Learn and Experience T’boli culture
5. T’nalak Weaving (how it is done)
6. Taste of Tilapia (St. Peter’s Fish)
7. Lake Tour and Boating
8. Visit the T’boli Museum
9. Helobung Festival (month of November)
10. Stop Over: Lantaw Marbel, Mt. Matutum, Gensan, MERS Digos

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that this blog helps you guys details to details if you’re planning to go Lake Cebu soon, and provides all the information you’ve wanted to know about the travel.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have something to know about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

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Follow my travels on my Facebook Page

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and on Instagram at

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My next blog. Let’s back were all started. “The Home of Durian”, Davao.

Explore, Embrace, Experience and Discover the beauty of Davao…

Davao Destination: Embrace Samal Island

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                                   Samal Island, Davao

 

Samal Island is a fourth income class city in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. The Island Garden City of Samal is the official name and composed of Samal Island and Talikud Island in the Davao Gulf, Mindanao. Samal is the beach of Davao City because this is part of Davao just two kilometers away from the city. 

The island offers the best beaches in Davao Region. Home to white sand beaches, majestic waterfalls, world’s largest colony of fruit bats, and best diving site which considered as one of the best in the world. Samal was known as the “Largest Resort in the Philippines”.

Samal Island is a perfect getaway to enjoy and relax, breath a fresh air, hopping around the island, camp at the beach and experience the beauty of nature and its people. The island offers over 60 beach resort where you can choose to stay, pamper yourself and escape the city life.

Come and embrace the beauty of Samal Island.

 

“Monfort Batcave”

 

“Kaputian Beach Park”

 

“Hagimit Falls”

 

“Club Asiano”

 

“Isla Reta”

 

“Babu Santa”

 

 

“Canibad”

 

 

“Coral Garden”

 

“Island Hopping” Angel’s Cove

 

“San Remigio”

 

front beach “Babak Samal”

 

 

“Samalan”

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Samal Island located to.
2. From the airport, riding a multicab or jeepney going to Sasa Wharf is a complicated route unless you know the area and routes around the city. Better ride a taxi to make it easy, just tell the driver to drop you down at Sasa Wharf where you can ride a barge and Ferryboats off to Samal Island.
3. Sasa Wharf is the entry point to Samal Island if you bring a car or motorbike with you. Where buses, trucks and other vehicles take a barge ride to Samal Island. Fare per person is Php10 per one way while vehicles depend on the types you are bringing.
4. Ferry boats are on the other side, the sign is the overpass along the way. When you reach there just go inside the market till you reach the beach side where ferry boats park. The fare is Php12 per person per one way. Both drops down point are Babak in Samal.
5. From Babak, tricycle and motorcycle local name “habal-habal” are available for rent where from/to depends on how far the place is. Usual fare per way is Php20 and Php100 for the farthest place in Samal.

Note: Ask always the locals.. so that people will not take advantage of you.

 

Accommodation:

When it comes to accommodation, Samal Island offers a wide range of accommodation from fancy to budget resort. If you want a very nice and fancy one these resorts are best for you; Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Hof Gorie Beach Resort, Bali Bali Beach Resort, Buenavista Island Resort, SECDEA Beach Resort, Camp Holiday Resort and a lot more just browse on the internet. Those resort I’ve mentioned are really great when it comes to high quality of goods and services. For those who seek for their budget but looking for a very good and reasonable price for their stay, maybe these resort are your looking for; Blujaz Beach Resort, Paradise Beach Resort, Fernandez Beach Resort, Leticia by the Sea, Chema’s by the Sea, Bluewater Beach Resort, La Familia Beach Resort, Seagrass Beach Resort, Club Asiano Beach Resort, Amparo Garden Beach Resort and a lot more. And for those travelers and backpackers who are using their tents to stay in a night, I highly suggest; Kaputian Beach Park, Samal Camp Park, Canibad Secret Paradise, Seaside Campsite, and Isla Reta. Those resorts are not fancy as you think like those resorts above but when it comes to the beach there’s no beautiful other than those, the white sand beach and crystal blue waters will satisfy your needs and wants. So if you want an advance reservation and or something about to ask?. (details are below)..

(A)…

Pearl Farm Beach Resort – 235-1234 to 36 / 235-0779

Hof Gorie Beach Resort – 286-0238

Bali Bali Beach Resort – 234-3068

Buenavista Island Resort – 299-2992

SECDEA Beach Resort – 305-2774 / 305-4028

Camp Holiday Resort – 227-5055 / 303-3294

(B)…

Blujaz Beach Resort – 301-5529

Paradise Beach Resort – 234-7188

Fernandez Beach Resort – 286-0117 / 0917-3087202

Leticia by the Sea – 227-7997

Chema’s by the Sea – 286-1352

Bluewater Beach Resort – 303-2618 / 302-2223

La Familia Beach Resort – 0922-8142509

Seagrass Beach Resort – 221-1392

Club Asiano Beach Resort – 221-5204

Amparo Garden Beach Resort – 284-0692 / 286-5807

Maxima Resort and Aqua Fun – 221-4671

(C)…

Kaputian Beach Park – 0917-3111489

Samal Camp Park – 0917-7186208

Canibad Secret Paradise – 0929-8586503 / 0939-2433333

Seaside Campsite – 0926-3650438

Isla Reta – 0928-2141487

Sunset Beach Resort – 0923-7268898

 

 

Things to do:

1. Best time to visit (month of April-July)
2. Samal Cultural Festival (month of July)
3. White Nights Festival (2nd week month of June)
4. Kabasan Festival (last week month of May)
5. IGaCos Festival (1st week month of March)
6. Experience the majestic waterfalls of Hagimit
7. Visit Monfort Bat Cave
8. Taklobo Tours (giants clams)
9. Canibad (cliff jumping)
10. Explore Tamburong Cave
11. Scuba Diving (Talikud and Ligid Islands)
12. Island Hopping
13. Swimming and Snorkeling
14. Camping at the beach
15. Beach Party at night (Sunset Beach Resort)
16. Maxima Adventure (Maxima Beach Resort)
17. And a lot more… (it’s been waiting for you to explore)

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m very hoping that above information and details help you guys when you visit Samal Island soon.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

joseph.jakealexus

follow my travels @ my Facebook Page

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and more exploration in my Instagram @

tisoy1523

Davao Destination: Discover Talikud Island

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                              Isla Reta, Talikud Island, Samal

 

Talikud Island is an island located in the southern part of the Island Garden City of Samal. It is named as “Talikud” because of its location where found at the back of Samal. The island is another getaway destination in Samal, which is really amazing with its beautiful white sand beaches and crystal blue waters, that’s why this is the place where people wanted to visit during summer days. Both sides of the island have something great to offer and it is the perfect place for divers and swimmers.

Islands best beaches are Babu Santa and Isla Reta. Babu Santa is usually a stopover for those who have their island hopping and for scuba divers. While Isla Reta is perfect beach resort to chill and relax. Both resorts are really beautiful when it comes to white sand beach and crystal clear waters. The island is the home for scuba divers because of its bountiful marine life. The famous “Coral Garden” is one of their best spots, you can see where the natural beauty beneath those waters and amaze those hectares of corals. The beauty beneath the earth.

 

The island is been waiting for you to explore and experience, and see yourselves how beautiful it is.

 

“Isla Reta”

 

“Front Beach”

 

 

 

“Isla Reta”

 

 

“View from the left”

 

“White Pristine Sand” Isla Reta

 

“Crystal Clear Water” Isla Reta

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Talikud Island located.
2. From Davao airport, catch a bus going to Ecoland Bus Terminal passes by Cabaguio or Dacudao road. Tell the driver to drop you down at Magsaysay port. Or better yet, ride a taxi to get there.
3. Magsaysay Port is the entry points going to kaputian, Samal, Talikud Island and other private beaches in Samal Island. From there, take a ferry boat way to Sta. Cruz, Talikud where the boat stops (ask the locals).

Note: Morning is the best time to go there. Trips start at 8am – 1pm.

4. There is a direct boat going to Isla Reta which is very known in the island. It takes you 45 mins to get on the island and fare of Php70.
5. If you’ll take a boat which is not directly to Isla Reta, tell the ferry boat conductor to drop you down there, but usually, they do if most of their passenger is going there.
6. Upon reaching the place of Sta. Cruz or Brgy. Pacipit, motorcycle or “habal-habal” are available to rent if you’re planning to go around the island. From there, Isla Reta is a few minutes of walk to reach.

 

 

Accommodation:

I don’t know how many times did I visited the island, every time I came back,  Isla Reta was one of my favorite destinations. In the island, the best place to stay if you’re planning to stay overnight is Isla Reta Beach Resort, I posted details about the resort if you want an advance reservation or to ask some question (see below). They are best when it comes to wide pristine white sand beach and amazing crystal blue waters on the island. The best way to experience the beauty of the resort is to stay overnight, a day tour is not enough because the last trip from the island off to the city of Davao is 3pm. The resort is very affordable in every way, foods they offer and of course their accommodation. The area is very clean, white and green.

 

Resort Details:

Entrance Fee: Php100 for a day tour. Php200 for an overnight stay.

Cottages there are free of use no matter how big or small it is (entrance fee included).

Cottages: simple and very refreshing, under Talisay Tree and a lot more.

Tent rental fee is Php100, if you don’t you can rent for Php200.

Rooms: there you can choose from bamboo made to cement type of rooms good for groups, rooms price start at Php800.

Foods: orders starts at Php180 good for 3 people.

 

Isla Reta Beach Resort

Talikud Island, Davao del Norte

Davao del Norte, Philippines

Phone: (082) 234-7903

Mobile: 0928-2141487 / 0998-9916690

Email Add: islareta@gmail.com

Website: N/A

Facebook page: @IslaReta.beach

 

Things to do:

1. Camping at Isla Reta
2. Swimming and Snorkeling
3. Beach Sport: volleyball and etc.
4. Better to: chill and relax

Around Talikud Island:

1. Island Hopping
2. Best spot for Scuba Diving
3. Babo Santa (white sand beach)
4. Swimming and Snorkeling
5. Boating
6. Coral Garden
7. Angel’s Cove

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that the above information and details help you guys as your travel guide.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

 

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Davao Destination: Explore Eden Nature Park

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                                    Eden Adventure and Nature Park, Davao

 

Eden Nature Park is located at Toril District in Davao City, right at the foot of Mt. Talomo. Consist of 80 hectares man-made nature park. In almost 3000 feet above sea level, the place offers a very cool and perfect getaway destination for those who love adventure, something fun, people who want to embrace in nature, attractions, activities, foods and even to chill, relax and somehow refresh your soul.

The mountain resort offers a complete package to their guest from a simple occasion, gatherings, bonding with friends, weddings, birthdays, business meetings, or any functions. All are in there, amenities and facilities are great, they offered the best experience for us to enjoy even in just a single day.

The park is a wide garden of various tropical flora, pine trees, other plants, organic vegetables and some endemic birds and butterflies. A true nature experience is waiting for you when you come to Eden Nature Park.

 

“Eden’s Park”

 

 

“Skycycle”

 

“Skyrider”

 

“Eden’s Pool”

 

“Fishing Pond”

 

“Butterflies Garden”

 

“At the Park”

 

“Rope Gliding”

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, where Eden Nature Park particularly located.
2. From Davao airport, catch a jeepney right in front which way to Roxas Avenue usually the bigger ones and fare is Php13. Or a taxi just tells the driver to drop you down at Roxas Avenue where Toril jeepney passes and stops for a while.

Note: You can ride a taxi from the airport to Eden if you want, but that’s will cost you a lot.

3. In there, ride a Toril bound jeepney. Takes you 30-40 minutes travel time and the fare is Php20. Tell the driver or conductor to drop you at Mercury Drug Store.
4. From there, motorcycle or habal-habal offers service for Php50 per person per one way going up to Eden Nature Park. The driver will carry you right in front of the reception area and that’s part of their service I guess.
5. Upon reaching there, from the guard station they will ask you first if you had your reservation or just a walk-in guest. Transactions and negotiations start in the reception area.

 

Accommodation:

Eden Nature Park offers a wide classification of accommodation from villas down to cluster. Price range starts at Php1300 up to Php12000 per overnight stay. The place has a restaurant and cafe so foods and drinks are no worry about. If you’re not you can go back to the city where a lot of cheap and very affordable accommodations are in there, it’s just minutes away from the city proper.

Eden Nature Park

Bo. Eden Toril, Davao City

Toril, Davao City, Davao del Sur

Phone: 299-1020 / 296-0791 / 301-0301

Mobile: 0918-9307590

Email Add: info@edennaturepark.com.ph

Website: http://www.edennaturepark.com.ph

Facebook page: @edennaturepark

 

Things to do:

1. Tour Packages: Buffet Lunch (Php550) or Plated Snack (Php220) entrance fee included.
2. Guided Shuttle Tour – Php120
3. Skyrider – Php150
4. Skycycle – Php200
5. Sky Swing – solo (Php300) duo (Php400)
6. Horseback Riding – Php85
7. Kalesa – Php150
8. Fishing at the pond – Php55
9. Swimming at the pool – Php80
10. Tinubdan Tour – Php85
11. Lola’s Garden
12. Flower Garden
13. Butterfly Garden
14. Mayumi’s well
15. Rope Gliding

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m glad if that above information and guidelines help you guys when you have a plan to visit Eden Nature Park.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

 

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Discovering the Hidden Spring of “Toyozu”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…
                                           

                                         Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province

 

Nabunturan is a first class municipality in the province of Compostela Valley, Philippines. It is the capital town of the province. The municipality is the home of The Biggest Gold Ring in the Philippines. Also the home to The Mainit Hot Springs Protected Landscape. The origin of the name came from a Cebuano word “buntod” which means “mountain” and since the place is surrounded by mountains that’s why they got its name “Nabunturan”.

Toyozu Mountain Resort is a well-known destination in Nabunturan because of certain hot spring. The resort is very natural and refreshing offers a Japanese type of relaxation. There’s a lot of pools in the area public and even private which filled with hot waters. According to the locals and those people who had been there the water can heal your body pain, muscle pain, blood circulation and etc., serve them as a therapeutic one. There is a cave, serve as Sauna where people can sweat and easily removes the toxins in their body.

 

“at the entrance”

 

 

 

“Sauna”

 

 

“Pool” with different heat temperature

 

 

“Private Pool”

 

“Town Proper”

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Cebu, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is an entry point to Nabunturan in Compostela Province.
2. From the airport, the best way is to catch a bus or van right in front of the airport. Actually, those bus and vans pass there are going north of Mindanao. Just take a bus or van going or passing in Tagum City. The fare is Php80 and it takes you an hour of getting there.
3. Or else, you’ll go to ride a taxi to Ecoland Bus Terminal. From there, you have to take a bus going or passing in Tagum City. Fare and travel time are the same. And the usual those bus or vans going north are passes by in the airport.

Note: Bus and vans going north aside from binding to Bukidnon, Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Occidental and other northwest bound are not passing in Tagum City.

4. From Tagum City Terminal, take a trip bound to Monkayo usually they stop in Nabunturan. Or else van or bus going or passing in Nabunturan, just tell the driver to drop you down there. It takes about 45 mins of going there. The fare is around Php50.
5. When you reach there, motorcycle or habal-habal are available for rent depends where from/to.

We traveled there by group, so we rent a multicab for Php600 going up and down to Toyuzo Hot Spring Resort. (gas is not included)

 

Accommodation:

The mountain resort has an accommodation to offers, there are cottages for day tours and rooms available during overnight stay. They have cottages with private pool range from Php300-Php500. Open hut cottage with table and chairs for Php100. Rooms that accommodate 4 person rate is Php750. And family rooms good for 10 and up rate is Php1500. (see below) for inquiries and reservation.

Toyozu Mountain Resort

Brgy. Bukal, Nabunturan

Nabunturan, Compostela Valley, Philippines

Phone: 221-6770 / 221-6771

Mobile: 0917-7538615

Email Add: N/A

Website: N/A

Facebook page: @toyozumountainresort

 

Things to do:

Entrance Fee: Php40

Cottages Fee: Php100

1. Swimming
2. Picnic with friends
3. Cave serve as Sauna
4. more on: relaxation
5. Town Tour

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that that above information and details help you guys when you visit the place.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

If you want to know about me you can reach me on my facebook account @

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Embracing “Province of Cebu”

Tisoy Traveler Part I

Goes to…

                     

                               Queen City of The South

 

Cebu is a province of the Philippines, in the country’s Central Visayas region, comprising Cebu Island and 150-plus smaller surrounding islands and islets. Its prosperous port capital, Cebu City, retains landmarks from its 16th-century Spanish colonial past, including the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño church and triangular Fort San Pedro. It’s also a gateway to the region’s renowned dive sites, beaches, coral atolls, islands and rich fishing grounds surround Cebu.

Cebu is located to the east of Negros, to the west of Leyte and Bohol islands. The province consists of Cebu Island, as well as 167 smaller islands, which include Mactan, Bantayan, Malapascua, Olango and the Camotes Island.

Cebu has become the country’s favorite tourist destination. In contrast to the bustling metropolis, the rest of Cebu ’s 167 islets and islands are lined with idyllic white sandy beaches and pristine clear waters. Cebu has gained wide popularity for fantastic diving grounds evidenced by the proliferation of resorts which offer luxurious accommodations, excellent dive facilities and the services of competent dive masters and dive guides. Cebu ’s strategic location makes it ideal for those who wish to travel to the other islands and provinces by plane, boat or bus. No place could be too far from Cebu.

 

“Famous Magellan’s Cross”

 

“must-try Lechon de Cebu”

 

“Basilica del Santo Nino”

 

“Cebu Heritage”

 

“The Pyramid” IT Park Cebu

 

“Cebu Cathedral”

 

“Fort San Pedro”

 

“Plaza Independencia”

 

“Robinson Galleria Cebu”

 

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila and Davao, there are daily flights directly to Cebu City. I guess some of the neighboring countries has its direct flights too because Cebu Airport is an International Airport.

2. From neighboring provinces like Negros, Leyte, Cagayan, Misamis and etc., you can travel by boat and bus or plane if your location has its own Airport.

3. From the airport, you can ride a taxi or bus going to the city proper, but I’ll do suggest that you’ll take a bus right in front of the airport coz its the cheaper one cost only Php25 route going to SM City Cebu.

4. From there, public vehicles are everywhere or you can ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Hotels, Inns, Dormitories, Pension Houses, Economy or even budget accommodations are available in the city and don’t worry about that because Cebu is lots of accommodations in cheaper prices of course foods there too are cheaper. If you reach the city proper in Osmena St. and Maxilom Avenue all accommodations are just within walking distance and so you can choose the best but affordable.

 

Things to do:

Actually, there are a lot of things to do in Cebu but it will depend on you what’s on your mind of interest, some of them are in the city but if you want to experience the real beauty it is located outside the city right after this chapter, here are some;

1. Sinulog Festival in the month of January (cultural and religious celebration).
2. Visiting churches, museum, and ruins like Basilica del Santo Nino, Cathedral Museum of Cebu, Magellan’s Cross, Fort of San Pedro and a lot more.
3. Scuba diving and snorkeling in Mactan.
4. IT Park (skywalk).
5. Nightlife in Maxilom Avenue.
6. Trek to Sanchez’s Peak
7. Malls are a lot in there.
8. Lechon Cebu (pride of Cebu), and a lot of good food.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

     7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.

     8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

     9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that the above information and details help you guys as your travel note.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

Part II Let’s Experience Southern Cebu… See yah!.

 

 

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Embracing “Southern Cebu”

Tisoy Traveler Part II

Goes to…

                 

                                Oslob and Badian

 

Part I..  TravelGuide #1

 

Oslob is very popular when it comes to the tourism industry, becomes instant when those gigantic migratory whale sharks or “butanding” that are in there and put the town in the spotlight. According to the locals even before this kind of creatures came to the shore of southern Cebu, Oslob is one of the best experience if you’re going to Cebu and I don’t think so that this will left out in your itinerary. There are a lot of things to do in Oslob and when I’m there I just checked out some of the Spanish-era structure, majestic falls, beautiful beaches and encounter the whale sharks.

Just 120 kilometers southeast of Cebu City and about 3 hours bus ride, all of those are located in the heart of the municipality and from there all those attraction are so easy to get by renting a motorcycle or “habal-habal”.

Badian is the home of the most popular falls the Kawasan Falls a getaway destination in the southern part of Cebu to locals and foreigners alike. With its lush tropical trees and plants everywhere, the peaceful flow of the river as it gracefully rushes to the distant sea, the sound of the waterfalls on the background and the cool and deep freshwater, everything around just seems so relaxed, simple and very serene. Just nature as it should be. A gentle hush of rushing ice cool water. All these and the most famous now is Canyoneering in Badian Kawasan Falls!

Just 130 kilometers southwest of Cebu City and about 3 hours bus ride to, the Kawasan Falls is located in the mountains of Barangay Matutinao, Badian. But if you are in Oslob already it takes you only an hour to reach Badian by bus too.

 

“Whale Shark Watching”

 

“Tumalog Falls”

 

“Oslob Beach Park”

 

“Cuartel”

 

“Church of Immaculate Conception”

 

“Famous Kawasan Falls”

“Kawasan Canyoning”

 

How to get there:

1. From the airport, you can ride a bus going to the city proper which I do in part I of this travel and it takes 30 mins to get there, the bus fare is only Php25.

2. From the city proper if you don’t know yet you can ride by taxi just tell the driver that you’re going to South Bus Terminal.

3. In there just take a route going to Oslob or Bato and tell the conductor to drop you at Brgy. Tan-awan in Oslob where whale shark watching is located and don’t worry its just along the highway and you can see it if you already there and it takes almost 3 hours and fare of Php125.

The whale shark watching cost Php500 including boat, vest, mask or snorkel. And if you don’t have an underwater camera with you, you could rent also for Php500 including the copy of those pictures.

4. Right thereafter which is closest to the area is the Tumalog Falls is just along the highway, you can rent a habal-habal going up and walked all the way from the falls and back and it takes an hour I guess.

Sometimes price depends on how good you are in terms of negotiating or your haggling abilities.

5. Getting to Oslob town proper where the cuartel, church, baluarte and their beautiful beach park located, it’s a minutes distance by jeepney.

6. From there you can take a bus bound to Bato or Santander and drop down there at the terminal, the fare is Php50 and ride another bus going to Moalboal, Badian or Cebu City going west, better ask the locals if you don’t know the place or else you’ll be going back where you started first.

Note. Oslob is eastern side while Badian is a western part.

7. When reaching there at Brgy. Matutinao in Badian, locals will swarm around you offering their guiding services like the most well-known in the area the Kawasan Canyoneering which I’ve wanted to experience.

Canyoneering will cost you a lot, but what I’ve told you just do the best to cut and cut the price. Were just paying Php800/head for the entire exploration including our meal after.

Guess what!. did you know that I’m doing all of that for just 1-day tour, just to make sure that you can catch up the early trip at South Bus Terminal by 4:30AM to bypass the traffic of course and things to do first is the whale shark watching since it last only until lunchtime.

Accommodation:

If you’re following the itinerary I made you can get back to Cebu City by night, if not you can stay in Moalboal for a night which is the nearest one and the place has a lot to offer in terms of accommodation and food, of course, the place was known to the public because of their white beach. Inns in there are quite expensive, the price starts at Php1000 and above per night. Better ask the locals as I said always it really helps a lot.

Things to do:

1. Whale shark watching and of course swimming with them.

2. Scuba diving and snorkeling in Sumilon Island.

3. Embracing the breath-taking cascade of crystal waters of Tumalog Falls.

4. Visiting the ruins of Baluarte, Cuartel and the old church in town.

5. Sit down and relax the white beach view park.

6. Riding a bus where you can see the neighboring provinces of Negros Oriental, Dumaguete and of course Siquijor Island.

7. The adventure of Kawasan Canyoning.

8. And the simple, very serene and relaxing sound of nature.

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.

8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m hoping that I’m giving you guys the best tips for your travel.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

Part III.  Let’s Embrace Northern Cebu… See yah!.

 

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Embracing “Northern Cebu”

Tisoy Traveler Part III

Goes to…

                     Camotes Island

 

Part I..  TravelGuide #1

Part II.. TravelGuide #2

 

Camotes Island is situated in Central Visayas, in the Philippines. It is a part of the province of Cebu. It is located east of Cebu and west of Leyte. Camotes Island is made up of three main sub-islands and divided into four municipalities. These four capital towns are Pilar, Poro, San Francisco and Tudela. It is a small piece of paradise.. of the majestic beauty of white sand beaches, treasures beneath the sea water, amazing caves, and lake. Camotes Island’s photography is hilly. Its climate is characterized by distinct dry season. The island has a total size of 20,964 hectares.
Camotes as a whole enjoys tropical weather the whole year round. They only have 2 seasons. The dry and the rainy season. The dry season is from March to June while the rainy season is from July to February. People, there are very accommodating and lovely and the island is very rich when it comes to culture and history.

Try to get out the usual Cebu. Explore, experience and embrace the beauty of Camotes Island., it’s been waiting for you.

 

“Danao Church”

 

“Motorbike” best way to explore the island.

 

“Mangodlong Rock Beach Resort”

 

“Santiago Bay” best in sunset

 

“Paraiso Cave”

 

“Timubo Cave”

 

“Lake Danao”

 

“Buho Rock” cliff diving

 

How to get there:

1. From Mactan airport, there’s a bus right in front going to city proper, the fare is about Php25 and it takes you 30 mins ride to reach SM City Cebu where is their drop down point.
2. From SM City Cebu, catch a jeepney or bus going or passing in Danao right beside the Mall or better ask the locals if in case you are lost. It takes you an hour travel time going there and the fare is Php30.
3. Tell the driver to drop down you at Danao Port if you get a bus. For jeepney your drop down station is their Market which also closest to Danao Port, right there you have to ride a bicycle, the fare is Php10 only.
4. You can see the island if you’re in Danao Port already. Getting there takes you 2 hours by ferry boat and fare of Php180.

           Note: There are several ports around the islands.

          Poro is the main port, where the ferry from Cebu arrives.

         Consuelo, for the service to/from Danao. ( town of San Francisco)

         Pilar, for Ormoc and Leyte.

Just in case, make sure to ride the ferry boat going to Consuelo and back.

5. In the port, there are multicabs and motorbikes (habal-habal) that offer transfer to/from.

 

 

Accommodation:

The island has a lot of accommodation, most of them are located in Santiago Bay in Brgy. Santiago, San Francisco, where most tourists stay. They offer cheap room price for as low as Php800 a night. Santiago is the best location to stay in because aside from reasonable room rates, the place is great when it comes to good food but good price. The beach has a wide range of pristine white sand shoreline and you can see and experience the beauty of sunset in there.

If you’re a solo traveler like I do most of my travels. Suggest finding a way that will not compromise your pocket that can carry you all throughout. Php800 a night accommodation, that cost a lot for me. Make the use of your phone and access to the internet there’s a lot in there who offers services that help you. My Camotes Island tour was great, you know why? I spent Php1000 for my accommodation including the motorbike rent and gas in it because the best way to explore the entire island is to rent with you a motorbike. And the accommodation they have was good can cater not only for one or two but of course for a group of 5 people. I can give you details in it but I forgot the name of the girl who I have a contact in there +639083166414, I saved her number by the name of the island Camotes. Just in case you can’t contact her, the location of their house is right beside or in front of Mangodlong Rock Beach Resort, the house with a mini store, refilling gas bottle and you can see the motorbike is there. The family is very accommodating and lovely, they will tell you where to go for a good meal and what to do best on the island and no limit use of their bikes. Including of that payment is a free transfer to/from the port. The family has a good and kind heart. Thanks to them.

 

 

Things to do:

1. Diving and Snorkeling (operator- Ocean Deep Dive in Mangodlong)
2. Beach Sports: volleyball and etc.
3. Island Tour: Lake Danao, Baywalk, Paraiso Cave, Busay Falls and a lot more.
4. Sunset view in Santiago Bay
5. Beach walk in Santiago Bay
6. Boating and Swimming
7. Mangrove Forest Park
8. Cliff jumping in Buho Rock Resort
9. Exploring the caves: Paraiso, Timubo and Crystal Cave
10. Kayaking in Lake Danao

Note: all entrance fee is most likely Php5-Php20 and some are no entrance fee, so no worry at all.

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.

8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I hope that I provide you guys the helpful tips and details of coming there.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

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The Summer Capital of Davao del Sur

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                             Kapatagan, Digos

 

Digos is a second class city and capital of the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines. The city lies on the western shores of Davao Gulf and southern foothills of Mt. Apo on the island of Mindanao, centrally located between two major cities in Mindanao, Davao City, and General Santos City.

It is known as City of Sweet Mangoes, sold locally and abroad. It is also considered as The Gate City of the South. And Clay Capital of Mindanao.

Kapatagan in Digos is the most popular outdoor adventure destinations because of the unique beauty of the place and the sights to see and for you to experience, a different kind of adventure that anyone can enjoy and explore. Kapatagan is the home of numbers of flora and fauna species and also the King of Philippines Skies, the Philippines Eagle. It is pretty close to Mt. Apo, the Philippines highest mountain peak makes for the climbers best spots to trek.

For those who want to go in there and love the outdoor adventures, there are many popular destinations in the area and a lot of things to do (posted below). Kapatagan is the Summer Capital of Davao, because the place is at 1,160 meters above sea level, makes the area cool and fresh, day and night that’s why it is the best destination in Davao Region to chill and relax especially in sunny days.

 

“Mt. Apo Highland Resort”

 

“Camp@tagan Rooms”

 

“Mt. Apo” perfect view is in the morning.

 

“Virgin Falls”

 

“Lake Rosario”

 

“Tibolo Village”

 

“Agong House” famous Kublai Art Garden

 

“Endemic flowers in Kapatagan”

 

“Camp Sabros Overview” fronting Mt. Apo

 

“Camp Sabros Zipline”

 

“Camp Sabros Cable Lift”

 

“Pine Trees”

 

‘MERS” famous Pasalubong Center Digos

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights directly to Davao City, which is an entry point to Kapatagan, Digos.
2. In Davao International Airport, catch a multicab or bus going or passing to Ecoland Bus Station if you don’t know better ride a taxi and tell the driver that you are going there.
3. From the terminal ride a bus route going to Digos City, either via Gensan, Kidapawan, Cotabato, Malita, Marbel and etc., anything bus or van going to the south. It takes you an hour travel time and the fare is Php80.
4. From the Bus terminal, ride a tricycle going to old Digos terminal. It takes you only minutes of travel and fare of Php10.
5. In there you can take a van going up to Kapatagan. Takes you an hour. Van fare is Php100.

 

Accommodation:

The best place to stay in kapatagan is the Mt. Apo Highland Resort, it is a hillside resort. There we stay for a night. I don’t know exactly how much did we pay, but I guess it will not cost you a lot because they offer a very reasonable price for foods and services. All hillside rooms are villas type right beside of the breathtaking view of Mt. Apo and the small Lake Mirror which filled a lot of beautiful lotus flower.

The place can cater a group of people. If you bring your tent with you there is a camping space for that and even tent for rent. The place is very green, fresh and cool climate, like when you wake up in the morning you can hear the sound of the birds and nature itself. There you can do a lot of things: swimming in the natural pool, boating in the lake and fishing.

Camp@Tagan Lake Mirror and Hillside

(formerly Mt. Apo Highland Resort)

Kapatagan, Digos, Davao del Sur

8000 Davao City, Philippines

Phone: (082) 300-8636, (082) 286-8883

Mobile: 09298256606, 09228569972

Website: psdgroupph.com

Visit their Facebook page @ Mt. Apo Highland Resort

 

 

Things to do:

1. Camping
2. Swimming and Boating
3. Lake Rosario
4. Zipline and Cable Lift at Camp Sabros
5. Kublai Art Garden (Agong House)
6. Visiting Tibolo Village(Bagobo culture-famous Nilutlot)
7. Famous Virgin Falls
8. Hiking and Climbing Mt. Apo
9. Amazing view of Mt. Apo
10. City view
11. Stop Over: MERS Digos (Pasalubong Center)

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (the availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.
7. (Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
8. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
9. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
10. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

I’m hoping that the above information and details help you guys as your travel note.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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My next blog. Lets touch. “The Untouchable Paradise of”, Dahican, Mati.

Discover and embrace the beauty of the east…

Discovering “Island of Camiguin”

Tisoy Traveler

Goes to…

                “The Land Born in Fire”

 

Camiguin is an island province in the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea, about 10 kilometers off the northern coast of Mindanao. It is politically part of the Northern Mindanao Region of the country and formerly a part of Misamis Oriental province. For more than 7,000 islands in the Philippines, it’s hard for one to stand out but this island absolutely does. Camiguin is the second-smallest province in the country both in population and land area after Batanes. The provincial capital is Mambajao, which is also the province’s largest municipality both in area and population.

The province consists primarily of Camiguin Island, as well as a few other surrounding minor islets including White Island, about 5 kilometers west of the town of Mambajao. Mantigue Island, about 14 kilometers south of Mambajao. The island is a volcanic island, with seven volcanoes, that’s why people called the island as the Land of Seven Volcanoes, sometimes I heard it as A Land Born in fire. Vegetation and natural springs make the island’s climate cool and mild. Usually, dry season starts in the month of April and lasts for three months and November to January are the coldest months.

Tourist Spot:

White Island, a sandbar that is well-known in the island because of its beauty, and Mantigue Island, a smaller island off the shores of Camiguin, are great for swimming, snorkeling, and diving.

Katibawasan Falls and Tuawasan Falls, Cool, refreshing waters amid trees, ferns, and boulders can be found at these two majestic waterfalls.

Santo Niño Cold Spring. It offers waters at 20 degrees Celsius and small fishes that will give you a unique message, and it’s a refreshing one because of its natural coldest water.

Ardent Hot Spring is in contrast, 40 degrees Celsius waters heated by Mt. Hibok-Hibok, an active volcano. The idea is like your in jacuzzi because of the warm waters that flourish in your body.

Walkway to the Old Volcano and Stations of the Cross is a walkway leading to the peak of Mt. Vulcan and with 14 stations of the cross and along the way you will see the amazing view of the town and the beautiful color of the ocean surrounding the island.

Sunken Cemetery, is a landmark of the Catarman town, the cemetery that sank during the first volcanic eruption I guess, is a popular spot for tourists to enjoy the dramatic view especially sunset.

Hikers and mountaineers will enjoy the area because it’s an adventure island. The steps to volcanoes are a trekker’s challenge. There are forests and dive sites for exploring too. This island is a nature lover’s theme park because of so many things to do.

Apart from that natural beauty, side strips are a lot in there like the stories of the island about volcanic eruptions, old churches, ruins of past and ancestral homes from those past periods and a lot of Camiguin’s history.

 

“White Island”

 

“White Island”

 

“Katibawasan Fall”

 

“Tuawasan Falls”

 

“Sunken Cemetery”

 

“Catarman Volcano”

 

“Old Ruins”

 

“Sto. Nino Cold Spring”

 

“Ardent Hot Spring”

 

“Walkway to Old Volcano”

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights either to Butuan City and Cagayan de Oro City, which is the nearest to the island. Surigao City, and Davao City which are entry points to Camiguin Island.
2. Ferries and fast crafts travel from Cagayan de Oro, Bohol, and other provinces especially Balingoan Port daily.
3. Butuan City. You have to take a bus going to Cagayan de Oro City and tell the driver to drop you at Balingoan which is along the highway and part of Misamis Oriental where Camiguin Island belong too. I don’t know exactly the fare but I guess not more than Php150 coz it takes only an hour going there.
4. Cagayan de Oro City. Coming from there you will take a bus going to Butuan City, tell the driver to drop you at Balingoan Misamis Oriental right next to Cagayan. About the fare still, I don’t know exactly how much coz I’m coming from Davao City, I guess not more than Php100 because Balingoan is near in Cagayan City like it takes only minutes of going to the port.
5. Davao City. From there you have to take a bus going Cagayan City or else Butuan City and then follow those steps above because those cities most closest to the port since no bus directly going there. Going those cities consume you a lot of time like 8-9hrs of travel and fare about Php400 above.
6. Suggestion. like ours, we decide to rent a van co’z we travel by group, the advantage is you can control your time of travel and the places you’ve wanted to see along the way and stop for a few minutes.
7. When reaching Balingoan, actually the port is right in front of you. The fare is about Php120 per head I forget how much exactly but almost like that, takes about 45min-1hr by ferries.

 

Accommodation:

There are a lot of places that you can stay in Camiguin offering from economy rates to luxury. Resorts and inns are mostly located in Mambajao, the capital of Camiguin and are a jump-off point to many of its tourist attractions. If you are in a group like we did and would like to save up in accommodation, Pabua’s Cottages is a great resort. It is located in Yumbing, Mambajao and offers as low as Php800 for 2 persons and rooms for a maximum of 6-10 persons start at Php1,800. Actually, there’s a lot of resort in there so it depends on your choice to where to stay but I do suggest that because aside from the cheapest one the accommodation and food was great. The resort is fronting the beach and just a walking distance from the port going to White Island.

 

Activities:

1. Lanzones Festival (month of October)
2. Hiking (best on the island)
3. Scuba Diving, Swimming, and Snorkeling
4. Fishing and Boating
5. Touring around (spots above)

 

Travel Notes:

• Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
• Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (like where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to sleep and etc.)
• Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
• What to bring. (like camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and many more importance to bring.
• If you travel with group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
• If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

• Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
• You have to consider the events (like summer, peak season) and the most important is the weather.
• Lastly, preparation (like when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Touring around the island was one of the best places I’ve ever been because aside from the stories about the island, I can’t deny the fact that the island is really majestic and full of beautiful wonders. Concluding what I say; seeing is believing..

I’m hoping that this blog helps you guys details to details if you’re planning to go Camiguin Island soon, and provides all the information you’ve wanted to know about the island like how to reach there, accommodation, tourist spots and etc.

 

If you have some queries, just comment down below and feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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My next blog. Let’s explore. “The Queen City of the South” Let’s embrace the wonders of Cebu, not just Central Cebu but the entire Province South to North. I’m excited to publish it soon!.. See yah!.

General Islands, Surigao Exploration

Tisoy Traveler Part IV

Goes to…

1. Huyamao Island
2. Casarica Island
3. Libtong’s Blue Lagoon

Part I..   Travel Guide to Surigao no. 1

Part II.. Travel Guide to Surigao no. 2

Part III..Travel Guide to Surigao no. 3

 

Exotic and Beautiful, that’s how they describe the Islands of Surigao del Sur. The province is home to too many extraordinary beauty of those natural resources. Like the other best destinations in the country is an exciting getaway for those weary traveler, it is eye-catching as it showcases fine white sand, clear sea water, and a breathtaking view from the shore.

Huyamao Island. This majestic island covered with very fine white sand. You should notice the white sand along the mountain island that is compatible with the other sandbars we have in the country. Its water is so pristine, you can even clearly see the seabed while riding a “banca”.

Casarica Island. The island is lined with pristine white beach with crystal clear waters which are only a 10-minute away from Consuelo Port. It is well-known to the locals because the island is open to the public and free.

Libtong’s Blue Lagoon. The secret paradise is situated in General Island next to those islands above, a deep-blue water covered with different rock formation, cliffs and green trees. Like Palawan majestic lagoons there have it too.

 

“Huyamao Island”

 

“Huyamao Island”

 

“Casarica Island”

 

“Casarica Island”

 

“Libtong’s Blue Lagoon”

 

“Libtong’s Blue Lagoon”

 

How to get there:

1. If you read the whole part of my Exploring Surigao del Sur I mean from I to III the itinerary and the sequence of travels are there from starts to when you get here, anyways links are above.
2.  From City of Tandag we decided to rent a motorcycle or “habal-habal” for the whole travel because the idea was to stop in those places we knew we cant when we ride a van, like the overview in Cortes, the skim-boarding in Lanuza beach, the waterfalls meters away from the highway in Carmen and a lot of natural views. We pay Php500 for that entire travel almost 6hrs because of those stops we made and right ahead is direct to Municipality of Cantilan, where our last stop, of course, the boundary of South and North Surigao.
3. If you ride a bus or van there’s a lot too, just go to their terminal and fare is about Php8 per head by tricycle. Vans are direct to Municipality of Cantilan and fare per head is Php100. If the bus you have to take a route going to Surigao City and tell the driver or conductor that you will drop in Cantilan, actually all the bus passes in there.
4. If you reach the said Municipality, ride a tricycle and tell the driver that you have to drop in Brgy. Consuelo where those Islands specifically situated and the fare is Php30 per head.

 

Accommodation:

We got there late because of those stops and tired already, so we decided to stay there for a night and have this Island Hopping by the next day. Since the place is nearby the sea, resorts and accommodations are available in the area but I do suggest to look for “Mahayahay Beach Resort” the resort is just a simple one so don’t expect for the better one, like two simple houses but the rooms are fully airconditioned, two cottages outside and there is karaoke bar for you to sing-a-long. The resort is good for group or “barkada”‘. And the owner of that beach is Mrs. Lolita Luga and her contact no. is +639493373442, she is very accommodating, will treat you the best she can do because she wants you guys satisfied during your stay, feeling at your own home and she knew where to rent a boat or “banca” to use for a cheaper price. For that, we pay Php2000 only including accommodation and food, and island hopping to those islands above, it will not cost you a lot if you will be at the same resort as we did.

 

Activities:

1. Island Hopping
2. Swimming
3. Kayaking
4. Scuba Diving
5. Fishing
6. And other water activities.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to sleep and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel with group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.
   (Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist, crowd) and the most important is the weather.
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

These were the amazing part for me because those islands above are extremely extraordinary beautiful as it is. You will appreciate the white sand beach under the heat of the sun also the deep-blue lagoon, how the sun affects the color of the water like there is a crystal on it, even how deep it was you will see yourself like having a mirror in front. How lucky you are if you reach those mesmerizing island like you’ve never seen before, and embracing that beauty is one of the most wonderful experience you’ll have in your entire life.

 

Hoping that the above information will help you reach and experience that destination.
So, if you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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This is the end of my blog about Exploration in Surigao del Sur, and my next blog., let’s explore the Island of Camiguin. I’m excited to that and will keep you update with details guys… See yah!.

Boracay of Caraga & Green Falls, Surigao Exploration

Tisoy Traveler Part III

Goes to…

1. White Sand Beach “Boracay of Caraga”

2. Green Falls

Part I..   Travel Guide to Surigao no. 1

Part II.. Travel Guide to Surigao no. 2

 

In this part, I will show you one of the best of Caraga Region aside from their main tourist attraction. Cagwait White Sand Beach well-known as “Boracay of Caraga” because of the extraordinary white sand beach, huge shoreline and wide-blue water like Boracay has. The beach is located in the Municipality of Cagwait right next to San Agustin Municipality. Most of the people don’t know these places because when they went or heard Surigao they only knew about Tinuy-an Falls, Enchanted River, and Britania Islands, which they are wrong because there’s a lot of extraordinary places in the Province of Surigao.

Green Falls is situated in the Municipality of Tago specifically in San Miguel. Tago, is a second-class municipality in the central part of Surigao del Sur, has many waterfalls. The falls are not well known to the other near cities or provinces that’s why few people are going in there. Green Falls also known as “Cagpangi Falls”  is composed of seven falls, with the main being a ledge. The other six are mostly horsetails that come in multiple variations and the water was so cold, very natural and majestic falls.

 

“Cagwait White Sand Beach” the whole view

 

“Green Falls” Cagpangi Falls

 

“Cagpangi Falls” right at the top

 

“Tandag City” the Boulevard

 

How to get there:

1. If you read my Part I and Part II the links are above, the sequence of travels are there., I mean the itinerary.
2. From Municipality of Barobo or Municipality of San Agustin, you have to ride a public bus, van or even motorcycle known as “habal-habal” which is the easiest way for almost 2 and half an hours. Barobo fare is about Php100+ per head above that’s by bus or van because you will pass three Municipality to reach the place.
3. From San Agustin, we pay Php100 per head by motorcycle directed to Cagwait White Sand Beach because that the easiest way of transportation there. When reaching the place we stayed there for almost 3-4hrs and have our lunch there too, then move up to our next destination.
4. Coming from the Municipality of Cagwait we ride a motorcycle “habal-habal” again and it takes about more than an hour by that, the fare of Php125 per head and that’s direct to where the falls located. We stayed in the area for almost 3hrs to relax and chill to their cold waterfalls and having our snacks “merienda” too.
5. From the falls it’s a walking distance to get into the highway where there’s a lot of public transportation “jeep or tricycle” who passes by going to the City of Tandag the capital of Surigao del Sur Province, it takes about 45min to reach in the city.

 

Accommodation:

We got in the city late afternoon so we decided to stay overnight there, actually, there’s a lot of accommodation in the city range from Php600-Php1200 not bad. In the evening foods are not a problem anymore it’s within the city but I do suggest to go near the Boulevard, there’s a lot of grilled items or even deep-fry items for you to enjoy too. Foods there are at a cheaper price and there is a bar within the Boulevard for you to chill a bit.

 

Activities:

Cagwait White Sand Beach. Php20 at your environmental fee. The beach is open to the public and there’s a lot of cottages out there for you to stay and its free. It has a wide shoreline for you to do some of your favorite games that acquired a lot of space like volleyball, frisbee and etc., or even walking to see and experience how really beautiful the beach is. You can do kayaking or other water sports you know there too if you have that equipment in you.

Green Falls. Php50 entrance fee. Cottages ranges from Php200-Php500 depends upon the style and there are some for free. The area is designed for relaxation. If lucky, a tourist may touch a dazzling rainbow forming in the spray at the bottom of the falls. Or he may send his adrenaline to orbit by clambering up then crawling to the edge of the precipitous overhang and looking down at the roaring curtain. And if you want to stay for a night, there are accommodations, great food, and mini bar.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Map and Guidelines.
3. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to sleep and etc.)
4. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
5. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and many more importance to bring.
6. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
7. Preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

 

I loved these part because in the first place I am so excited and really interested to see and experience the “Boracay of Caraga” and it was really “Whoa., WOW! what an extraordinary place it was, like one of the best destinations in the Province.

Hope that the above information helps you guys for real.

 

If you have some questions about this blog, just comment down below or feel free to message me at; albarandojakejoseph@yahoo.com or jakealbarando@gmail.com.

 

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See you guys in my Exploring Surigao del Sur Part IV which I’m excited too and that is the last part of my travel in Surigao. “General Island Blue Lagoon and Huyamao Island”. I will keep you detailed.

Thank you and God bless!.

Cabgan Island, Surigao Exploration

Tisoy Traveler Part II

Goes to…

                 Cabgan Island

Part I..   Travel Guide to Surigao no. 1

 

And when I went back to the place for the 2^nd time around my main target was not just their main tourist attraction but to explore the entire province of Surigao del Sur, because I found out that they have more. Did you know that they have the best beaches and islands too and one of those is “Cabgan Island” found in Municipality of Barobo right next Tagbina and Hinatuan?

The island is never been discovered by the public like it was so virgin and untouchable even people of Barobo but it really safe. There are two families who lived there according to people of Barobo but I never encountered them maybe in middle part, the island is just a small one that you can walk around for more than an hour, full of tress and there’s a cliff right behind, no accommodation, no electricity, water to drink, even comfort room and if you’re planning to go there just bring your own food, because the feeling when you reach there like you’re feeling lost or “Survivor philippines” if you knew that, but I like idea. The island is extremely beautiful, white shoreline and of course crystal blue water. Right beside the island is an island too named “Turtle Island” it is because of the shape like a turtle.

 

“Cabgan Island”

 

“Turtle Island”

 

“Cabgan Island” when you get there

 

“Cabgan Island” fronting Barobo

 

“Cabgan Island” facing “Turtle Island”

 

How to get there:

1. If you read my Exploring Surigao del Sur Part I in the above link, actually the sequence of itinerary is there.
2. Coming from Hinatuan you have to ride a bus or motorcycle “habal-habal” to reach Barobo in North part for about an hour. Bus fare around Php50/head but you have to wait and motorcycle fare around Php100/head which is the easiest way.
3. When you reach Barobo tell the driver to drop you at the old public market nearby the sea.
4. Boatmen “bangkero” are available in the area but most of them are taking advantage of you, so I do suggest Kuya Jojo +639488573810 if he’s not around there’s another one Kuya Danny +639488656460 you can contact them thru that number, they will not take advantage on you and they have a good heart like we pay Php1000 back and forth.
5. Going in the island it takes about 25min-35min to reach there. You can see the island already.
6. We stay there for a night and we bring our tents there.

 

Accommodation:

You will never be spending money there. Since the island has no accommodation yet all you have to do is bring with your tents and your food during your stay.

 

Activities:

1. You can do camping on the island.
2. Swimming in the crystal-blue water.
3. Bonfire at night.
4. You can do your games there since the island has a huge shoreline.
5. Walking the entire island if you wanted to.
6. and etc.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Map and Guidelines.
3. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to sleep and etc.)
4. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
5. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
6. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
7. Preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).

 

That was part of my itinerary because I am very curious about the island of how beautiful it is as I heard it. And I’m not disappointed because the island is really amazing and that’s the first time in my life to go a virgin island like that who has nothing and I like the idea.

 

Hope that these details help you guys like me who loves travel and tour.

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Thank you and God bless!.

Exploring Surigao del Sur, Philippines

Tisoy Traveler Part I

Goes to…

1. Tinuy-an Falls
2. Enchanted River
3. Britania Group of Islands

 

Surigao del Sur is a province in the Philippines located in the Caraga region in Mindanao. Its capital is Tandag City. Surigao del Sur is situated on the eastern coast of Mindanao and faces the Philippine Sea to the east.

The main tourist attraction is the Tinuy-an Falls, known as the little “Niagara Falls of Caraga”. It is also known as the widest waterfall in the Philippines. “Deep-blue water” of the Enchanted River is found in Barangay Talisay, Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur. It is called “enchanted” because no one has ever reached its bottom, and that according to them., and Britania Islands a “group of beautiful, untouched and breathtaking islands” in Surigao del Sur in the municipality of San Agustin.
Surfing in Surigao del Sur is widely known and has been one of the local tourist attractions. This extreme sport is often practiced in Cantilan and Lanuza the “Skimboarding”.

 

Tinuy-an Falls (The little Niagara Falls of Caraga)

 

Deep-blue Water of “Enchanted River”

 

Britania Group of Islands (Buslon Island)

 

Britania Group of Islands (Hagonoy Island)

 

Hiyor-Hiyoran Island

 

How to get there:

1. From Manila, there are daily flights either to Butuan City, Surigao City, and Davao City which are entry points to Surigao del Sur.
2. If you’re coming from “Davao International Airport”, to reach those places you can ride a “taxi” which the easiest way and tell the driver that you’re going to Ecoland Bus terminal for almost Php200 fare and from there you can ride a bus or van going to Mangagoy in Bislig, Airconed Buss Php300+ and Non-Aircon Bus for about Php265 but mostly the bus going there are non-air so you don’t have any choice and the travel time going there are about 6hrs.
3. Or you can ride a public jeepney in the highway in front of the Airport just take a route going to Roxas for Php13 fare and from there you can ride a jeepney going to Ecoland Terminal, the route is Ecoland of course for php8 fare and tells the driver you have to drop off at the terminal. Or else you can ride a bus outside at the Airport right across the street with a sign “Davao” and those buses are likely going to Ecoland Bus Terminal.
4. When you reach Mangagoy, right at the terminal there’s a lot of motorcycle or “habal-habal” in the local term, they probably ask you about your itinerary. Actually, they already know where you go and then start negotiating you but I do suggest the motorcycle who has an ID because they are the one who is following the local guidelines, about the price per head or group and they do have discounts too, and they are actually the local tourist guide from the area.
5. From the center it takes about 45min-1hr to reach Tinuy-an Falls the little “Niagara Falls” by motorcycle and we stayed there for almost 2hrs and then right after we are heading to our next destination which is the”deep-blue water” of Enchanted River in Hinatuan the next Municipality after Bislig, and it takes about 2hrs of travel and its okay because the driver will stay till the contract of payment is done. After Enchanted River staying there for 2-3hrs and have our lunch there too, we tell the driver to drop us to the highway where the bus/van pass and we pay Php400 per head for the whole travel.
6. From the highway, we ride a bus from Hinatuan to Britania where those Islets located or Britania Group of Islands for about an hour and we pay Php95 per head and stay there for a night because we reach there late afternoon.

 

Accommodation:

If you follow that itinerary you will be staying your night there too and you can start your Island Hopping by early morning. When you reach Brgy. Britania you have a lot of choices because there’s a lot who offers accommodations in the area range from Php700-Php1200, but in our case, we prefer to use our tents like I do most in my travels so that we can save some of our money, since the area nearby the sea.

 

Activities:

Tinuy-an Falls. Php50 per head entrance fee, I forgot how much exactly but I guess it is, you can do what you want there like going up where the waters come from, there’s a tour guide from the area who will assist you and or you can ride a bamboo boat i dont know whats the name of that in there like it’s a lot of bamboos were tied up and float like a boat too that can carry huge number of person where it can go to the area where the water drops and stay there for a while.
Enchanted River. Php25 per head entrance fee, you can swim all you want to their bluest clear water together with different kinds of fish, that’s it.
Britania Island. We pay Php1000 for our Island Hopping trip, actually, there’s a lot of bangkero out there who can negotiate with but this one is the cheapest we’ve seen and he is a very courteous boatman, that is kuya Andy and you can contact him thru this number +639305353703. You can go 4-5 islets that have shoreline out of more than 20 I guess of islets, namely Hiyor-Hiyoran Island, Naked Island, Buslon Island, Hagonoy Island and Twin Island.

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to sleep and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, the tent just in case, and much more important to bring.
5. If you travel with group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.
   (Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)
7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, influx of tourists, crowd) and the most important is the weather.
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Hope that this information I provide help with you as a travel guideline and be safe always. in your travels. Do not hesitate to ask me questions, just comment down below or feel free to message me. Thank you and God bless!

I will post my Surigao del Sur Exploration Part II, soon and keep you updated on my travels.

 

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Experience “The Holiday Town” South of Manila

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                                            Tagaytay, Philippines

 

Tagaytay, officially the City of Tagaytay is a component city in the province of Cavite, in the Philippines. It is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations because of its outstanding scenery and cooler climate provided by its high altitude. It sits on a ridge above Taal Volcano, the smallest active volcano in the world, surrounded by Taal Lake. Overlooking the area, People’s Park in the Sky occupies the grounds of a never-finished presidential mansion. Picnic Grove is a recreation area with trails and a zip line. Tagaytay is considered to be the second Summer capital of the Philippines with the first being Baguio due to its cool climate this is a favored destination for those relatively more humid areas of the Philippines.

Tagaytay has a total land area of 66 km, which represents about 4.37% of the total area of the Province of Cavite. Overlooks Manila Bay to the North, Taal Volcano and Lake to the south and Laguna de Bay to the east. Tagaytay is relatively close to the capital city of Manila, only 59 kilometers away via Aguinaldo Highway, providing an easy escape for the locals from the heat of the huge metropolis.

“Tagaytay”, is a Tagalog word for “ridge”.

 

“Taal View” from View Site

 

“Taal Volcano” Picnic Grove

 

“Taal Lake View” from People’s Park

 

“People’s Park in the Sky

 

“Souvenir Shop”

 

“Tierra de Maria

 

“Famous Bulalo” Tagaytay

 

How to get there:

1. Manila airport, is the entry point to Tagaytay.
2. From there, ride a white taxi instead of a yellow taxi because drivers of white taxis are most honest and cheaper than yellow taxis. Just tell the driver that you are going to South West Integrated Bus Terminal routes are for Batangas and Cavite.
3. Take a bus with “Tagaytay” sign, of course, you can ride also a “Mendez” and “Nasugbu” signed bus. Just make sure that your drop down point is Olivares Terminal in Tagaytay City. Actually, the terminal is located in the city proper so no worry at all. Fare around Php120.
4. In there, you can ride a jeepney bound to different spots in Tagaytay. Actually it so easy to ride because they use the name of the spots as their signage.

Note: When in doubt. Always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Tagaytay is a famous getaway, pertaining to hotels, inns and budget accommodations. Tagaytay has a lot to offer. Affordable and cheaper accommodation is usually in their city proper and when it comes to the best one it is quite more expensive, they are located actually more closest to the spots, highways and where the view of Taal Volcano can be seen. Budget hotel ranges from Php600-Php1400 and while that luxury hotel ranges from Php2500-Php8000 per overnight stay. Dining and foods are a lot in there and must try their “Nilaga” and “Bulalo” best for their cold weather. Pinoy delicacies “kakanin” and check out their famous “Pasalubong Center” just along the highway.

Actually, our accommodation was in Manila so we had a day tour only in Tagaytay.

 

Things to do:

1. Sky Ranch & Sky Eye (new tourist attraction) entrance fee – Php100
2. Picnic Grove & Eco-Adventure Trail
3. People’s Park in the Sky
4. Amazing view of Taal Volcano surrounds Taal Lake
5. View Site
6. Tierra de Maria
7. Souvenir Shops
8. Pasalubong Center

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

Hoping that the above information will help you reach and experience Tagaytay.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

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The Capital City of The Philippines

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Goes to…

                                 Manila, Philippines

 

Manila is located on the eastern shore of the Manila Bay on one of the finest harbors in the country. The city is composed of 16 districts: Binondo, Ermita, Intramuros, Malate, Paco, Pandacan, Port Area, Quiapo, Sampaloc, San Andres, San Miguel, San Nicolas, Sta. Ana, Sta. Cruz, Sta. Mesa and Tondo. The city has six congressional districts for the lower house of the Philippine Congress.

Tourism is an important industry in Manila, Philippines. In 2012, the city and region welcomed 974,379 overnight visitors. As the main gateway to the Philippines’ many destinations, the city is visited by the majority of international tourists to the country registering a total of 3,139,756 arrivals in 2012. Global Blue ranked Manila eleventh in its “Best Shopping Destinations” in Asia.

The National Capital Region, with an area of 619.5 km2, has a population of 12,877,253, making it the most populous region in the Philippines, as well as the 9th most populous metropolitan area in Asia. The total urbanized area, referring to its continuous urban expansion into the provinces of Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, and Batangas, was listed as having a population of 24,123,000 by Demographia, making it the 4th most populous urban area in the world.

 

“Rizal Park” Luneta

 

“Lungsod ng Maynila”

 

“Luneta Park”

 

“Manila Ocean Park”

 

“SERILAND” Manila Ocean Park

 

“Manila Bay” best for sunset

 

Mall of Asia facing West Philippines Sea

 

Metro Manila ” window view”

 

“Archdiocesan Shrine of Jesus” Pasay

 

“Museo ng Sining” GSIS Manila

 

 

How to get there:

By air

1. The best way to reach Manila is by air. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is the country’s primary airport from anywhere you are.
2. Upon arrival, there are buses outside heading to the downtown area. Makati City and Quezon City via EDSA. I don’t know exactly how much the fare is but there is and the most practical way of course.
3. Or else you can ride a taxi cab. Airport taxis are colored yellow, better keep an eye on the meter at all times because yellow taxis are frequently scammers about your meters charge. I do suggest to take a white taxis outside because they are much more honest and cheaper.

By boat

4. Ferries from/to most major cities/provinces will stop at the Manila South Harbor, the city’s main passenger seaport.

By bus

5. In Manila, provincial bus companies have their own terminals which mostly located in EDSA in Cubao. From most major cities/provinces throughout the Philippines bus actually stop there.

Get around

6. In Manila, buses and jeepneys routes actually displayed on the side or on the dashboard. Fares begin at Php8.00 for the first 4 kilometers.

Note: When in doubt. Always ask the locals.

 

Accommodation:

Manila has a lot to offer when it comes to accommodations. Most of the hotels, inns, apartelles, and dormitories are can be found/located on Roxas Boulevard right in front of Manila Bay. Some accommodations are in the district of Ermita, Malate, and Paco. There are hotels offer as cheap as Php500 per overnight stay if you wish. There are dorms also for Php99 per overnight if you want, and you can check those through the internet. Or better yet to stay with your friends, family, or someone who you knew of course to lessen your expenses. When it comes to dining or foods, actually they are everywhere side by side from restaurants, buffet, fast food, roadside stalls or “carinderias”, snack house, to street foods.

 

Things to do:

1. Rizal Park Tour (Luneta Park)
2. Intramuros Tour
3. Metro Manila City Tour (by train) LRT Line 1 – yellow line for tourist sites
4. Visiting Museums (National Museums, Art Gallery, and etc.)
5. Manila Ocean Park
6. Manila Zoo
7. Manila Cathedral and other churches
8. Fiestas and Festivals (Santacruzan Festival and etc.)
9. Downtown Manila Tour
10. Baywalk
11. Explore Neighboring Cities (Pasay, Makati, Taguig and etc.)

 

 

Travel Notes:

1. Search the area first before going there. (safety and security first, availability of transportation, accommodation, foods and etc.)
2. Create your itinerary for the sequence of your travel. (where first, stop for your meal, activities in the area, the time you’ll be spending in that area, the most important is where to stay and etc.)
3. Budget or Money. (the cost or expenses of your travel.)
4. What to bring. (camera, phone, power bank, charger, necessities or travel kit, your medicine, tent if you are camping in the beach/island, and more important to bring.)
5. If you travel in a group better to seek a rented van or what depends on you so that you can go with your itinerary directly and less budget of course.
6. If you’re a solo traveler, you own your time so better to have a map or guidelines and extra money of course.

(Solo or Group has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to travel.)

7. Take note of the travel time and how long you will be staying in that particular area.
8. You have to consider the events (summer, the influx of tourist and the most important is the weather).
9. Lastly, preparation (when, where and what to do) so that everything will be okay.

 

I’m very hoping that that above information and details help you guys when you visit Manila., soon!.

Enjoy and have a safe trip.

 

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