The Beach

This is the place closest to heaven and paradise. See our blue and pristine beaches with white powdery sand as white and gorgeous as the clouds.

BEACHBUM :)

With more than 7000 islands, the Philippines is a beach bum’s delight

FUN in the SUN! getting tanned :) SAND BAR Manjuyod, Negros Oriental

Manjuyod White Sand is a place you won’t wait to see. It is a stretch of white sand about 7-kilometers long in North Bais Bay that appear during low tide and disappear during the high tide. That is exactly how interesting to discover and explore and take adventure to that wonderful and beautiful tourist spots of Bais City, Negros Oriental

There are many things to do when you get there. During the low tide, you will enjoy sunbathing, playing and walking along the long stretch of white sand. During the high tide, of course, if you love swimming, the place is very ideal and perfect because of the clear water that attracts you that you cannot resist. Also Scuba diving is perfect as well as fish catching by hook.

Manjuyod is accessible from Dumaguete City by cruise of about more than 1-hour cruise travel and that is 58.2 kilometers from Dumaguete City.After all enjoyable activities is over, you can relax to the available bamboo cottages for rent. Foods and beverages are not a problem. There are many Cebuano delicacies can be offered like fish and other sea foods as well as grilled pork. You can stay overnight lodging if wish too.

CARBIN REEF Old Sagay, Negros Occidental

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Every drop in the ocean counts…CARBIN REEF Old Sagay, Negros Occidental

Carbin Reef is a huge, tongue-shaped, white sandbar 15km within Sagay City limits and is bounded on the north by Asuncion Pass and the Visayan Sea. It’s the center of the 32,000-hectare Sagay Marine Reserve.

The sanctuary was established in 1999 and abounds with a wide variety of underwater species, such as thriving coral formations, the occasional turtles, and large schools of fish.

Above the water, the reef seems to be a mere strip of sand, but below the surface is a wealth of natural beauty.

Due to the shallow water, diving is discouraged. Swimming and snorkeling conditions, however, are just about right. The reef itself can accommodate up to 100 people at low tide conditions.

*May of 2014- with my childhood friends, cheers to more than 30 years of friendship and counting for more 🙂

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UNSPOILED MALALISON ISLAND : The Visayan Batanes

Serenity of a destination depends on its remoteness. Travel time is always considered by everyone and a great factor that affects their decision in visiting a  certain place. The longer the travel time the greater the possibility of having a tranquil, isolated, and off-the-beaten destination. Luckily, an island just 15 minutes away from the coastal municipality of Culasi, Antique has these qualities.
Its name is as majestic as the local legends to which the island was said to have originated. One version tells of how the islands of Culasi–Mararison, Batbatan and Maningning–were the three offspring of the beautiful Madja-as and the noble Kanlaon.

EXPLORING MALALISON ISLAND

Malalison Island has been popularly called the “Batanes of Antique” because of its landscape. Prepare for your legs to get tired during your uphill trek.

DANJUGAN ISLAND

Resting 3 kilometers Southwest off the coast of Negros Occidental, Danjugan is a lush, 43-hectare island rich in marine and terrestrial biodiversity. This island, about 1.5 kilometers long and 0.5 kilometers at its widest point, has 5 lagoons and is covered with limestone forests providing asylum to many wildlife species that struggle to exist in the mainland.

Together with Sipalay City and the Municipality of Hinobaan, it forms the southern border of the province and is situated in the Sulu Sea, an important eco-region for marine biodiversity.  The island’s surrounding reef is under the Danjugan Island Marine Reserve and Sanctuaries

Punta Bulata, Cauayan Negros Occidental

Approximately 150 kilometers south of Bacolod City.  One of Negros island’s best kep secrets…The beach was not really white but more ivory colored. We stayed at our friend’s private resort fronting Danjugan Island.

TANKE ( SALT WATER LAGOON )

Many myths surround this interesting natural attraction. One such story says that during the feast of Saint John the Bapist (San Juan de Bautista) on June 24, the water level inside tangke would magically rise significantly. Locals also warn visitors not to make too much commotion and noise in tangke as this would disturb the enkantos, or enchanted beings, which could cast nasty curses to those who upset them.

The only saltwater lagoon in this group of islands, this is Isla de Gigantes’ star attraction. Here, you will find yourself in the middle of a saltwater lagoon that is surrounded by limestone rock formations. Its blue-green and shallow water (during low tide) are reasons enough for one to take a dip, sit down and look up to appreciate natureMany myths surround this interesting natural attraction. One such story says that during the feast of Saint John the Bapist (San Juan de Bautista) on June 24, the water level inside tangke would magically rise significantly. Locals also warn visitors not to make too much commotion and noise in tangke as this would disturb the enkantos, or enchanted beings, which could cast nasty curses to those who upset them.’s beauty and listen to the numerous bird calls. This breathtaking lagoon is supposedly where the old Filipino film “Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Lupa” was shot.

ISLA de Gigantes ( CABUGAO GAMAY ISLAND )

CABUGAO GAMAY ISLAND – Composed of “two” beaches and beautiful rock formations, this is our favorite beach among all. Its inviting waters is perfect for swimming, while you can choose your sunbathing spot on its spacious soft sands. Do not miss climbing the rock formations for a great view of the beaches and the vast ocean

Enjoying the crystal clear waters!!!!

a great view of the beaches and the vast ocean

We are ready to climb 🙂

Climbing the rock formations for a great view of the beaches and the vast ocean

It was a dream come true travelling to Gigantes Island because since 2001 i  really wanted to see the beautiful paradise.

I was with my teamates and supervisors when we went to ISLA de GIGANTES.  To make the story short, i convinced my teamates and supervisors to have our team building in ISLA DE GIGANTES! hehehe 

Since i know someone who always go to Gigantes, a friend gave me the number of the owner of Gigantes Inn.  And that was fantastic! He gave me the number of JOEL DECANO, their family owns 2 islands and some islets in Gigantes and he was the tourism officer of Municipality of Carles.  I contacted him thru text and he replied to let him know what is the exact date of the visit because they need to check the availability of the rooms.  He also provided the van who will fetch us up in Dumangas Port since we are in Bacolod, and he will personally meet up in the Estancia Port to introduce the Tour Guide and give the itinerary.

JOEL DECANO/ GIGANTES INN – 09184685006

I dont have the number of the Van’s Driver ( I changed my phone and i lost the number )