Posts

Showing posts from February, 2016

A Glimpse of Manila

Image
When I said I haven't been to a lot of places, I meant I was spending most of my entire life at home. In fact, my first post, about our province Bohol, was also my first all-day long family trip. And it felt great to finally visit these places. Feeling so free and yearning to have more. Our next fam trip was in Manila. We were lucky to have booked a peso-fare promo ticket in Cebu Pacific which costs only 700 pesos round trip. Yes pretty sulit (well worth the value). Our flight was scheduled at past 11 pm but was delayed probably because of the storm coming. It was our first plane ride too so we we’re pretty excited. We departed at almost 2 am and arrived at 3. My sister contacted a rent-a-car, friend of hers which she got at a cheaper price. At first, we were just touring around the city hoping the rain would eventually stop. And because its all new to us, we appreciate the towering building around us. First on our list was of course, the ever famous Luneta Park. ...

Breathtakingly Beautiful Bohol

Image
As a Boholano myself, I am captivated by its distinctive beauty. A small but wonderful island found in the center of the Philippines. Having a land area of 4, 821 sq. km. and a coastline of 261 km., making it the 10th largest island in the country (Wiki). Currently, Bohol has become one of the most visited places because its rich in culture, history and innumerable natural wonders, like the magnificent chocolate hills, the beaches, springs, falls, rivers and caves. Some of which are still waiting to be discovered. How to get there: By Air: Travel by plane from Manila to Tagbilaran City (1 hour) By Sea: a.) From Cebu Sea Port 1 to Tagbilaran City - 2-hour ride via fast craft or 4 hours via regular ferry b.) From Cebu Sea Port Pier 3 to Tubigon, Bohol - 1 hour via fast craft from 200-280 pesos (recommended because its  faster and cheaper) Destinations: Chocolate Hills Be captivated by these perfectly shaped chocolate colored hills. Truly one of Bohol's best...