Tuesday, December 3, 2013

El Nido at it's finest!

CNNgo said it all!! According to the prestigious organization El Nido is the best beach and island destination in the Philippines.
Well i would not disagree with them, for I have seen it myself.

El Nido is a 6 hour travel from the Capital City of Palawan, the Puerto Princesa City.

I suggest to take RORO Bus, it travels every two hours from San Jose Terminal, Puerto Princesa City, last trip is at 10pm and resumes at 4am.

And after you arrive in El Nido, take a hotel, well lots of them are at the shore, BUT BUT BUT!
Never forget to do ISLAND HOPPING!!!!

Rock formations that you can see in El Nido

ISLAND HOPPING! - of course! why would anyone disagree to do this! El Nido offers 4 packages of Island Hopping, namely: Tour A, B, C, and D, with each tour package includes 4 to 5 islands.

For group tour you will have to pay 750 per pax.
But in our case we hired a private boat that can accommodate up to 5 pax.
And we paid for only 2,500 pesos, inclusive of Lunch and 2 tour packages, we chose Tour A and B.
It was supposed to be tour A & C but the weather did not allow us to go with the tour C, so we pursue with the Tour A & B.

The shore in El Nido
If you are planning to go for an island hopping in El Nido.
Make sure to contact Kuya Boy Badajos 09073345497.
He's our guy!! Usually he accommodates up to 5 pax, only for 2,500pesos  (inclusive of lunch and 2 tour packages, of your own choice)

But if you wish to make your lunch a bit yummier, you can arrange it ahead of time, but of course you have to pay a little more.

The Big Lagoon
Words are not enough to explain the beauty of El Nido.
So far, El Nido holds the number 1 on my list. Truly an unforgettable experience for my family.
God Blessed El Nido so much, that sometimes I would think that it is a bit unfair because El Nido has it all.

Nevertheless, El Nido is the best place to be!

The fascinating Boracay!

Boracay is well known for its pristine and white sand beach, with it's 7km shoreline, it will be really lovely to have a walk in this prestigious beach.

Sunset at Station 1
Boracay island is part of Aklan Province and can be found at the northwest tip of Panay.
It is approximately 45mins trip through air from Cebu, and more than 1 hr if from Manila.

This magical island offers a lot fun and activities, numerous number of boutiques, restaurants, and bars are along the shore to welcome different guests who would like to have a new experience of fun.

Aside from the night life offered from stations 1 to 2, on the other side of the island, boats are waiting for guests to treat them for another experience of fun.

One of the stops in island hopping
Usually the rates of the boats that offer island hopping ranges from 1,500 - 2,000 pesos and would accommodate up to 5 persons. For more than 5 pax, the price would differ on how many would take the boat.

Group Island Hopping
The underwater world is truly lovely, through snorkeling, you will see different types of aquatic life who will fascinate you with their unique beauty and attracting charisma.

Truly it has been a wonderful experience for me and my family.

No wonder Boracay became so famous whole over the world, it has this kind of magic that you cannot explain, a magic that will always pull you back to that island.

Here are other 10 things to do in Boracay:

10. Reef walking/ Helmet diving
9. Seafoods
8. Henna Tattoos
7. ATV
6. Paraw Sailboat Sailing
5. Water Sports Rides (ex. Banana Boat)
4. Jonahs Fruit Shakes
3. Street Food
2. "15 Shots and Still Standing" Challenge at Cocomangas Bar
1. Cliff Diving at Ariels Point.


P.S.
Be prepared to pay for the price in everything that you do in Boracay.
But trust me. ITS ALL WORTH IT!!