Chocolate Hills of Bohol

Bohol is not part of Davao City but it is my birthplace! Yes I am a Bol-anon and I love soup xD. I was just born in Bohol but I grow up in Davao. After leaving Bohol (When I was still a baby) I never had a chance to go back there but last year March 2014 I had my first trip to Bohol with my friends! Thanks to peso fare of Cebu Pacific hehe.


When we arrived in Mactan Airport it was already evening and it was raining so we just had our dinner and slept early because we need to wake up early for us not to be late on the first trip of fast ferries going to Bohol.


 It was a long travel from Cebu to Bohol I don't know how many hours it took because I was just sleeping ~__~ sleepy cat..



It's Adventure time in Bohol!

Bilar Man made Forest

Going to Carmen we passed by a man made forest! We stopped for a moment to take photos of course. These Mahogany trees were planted by boy scouts before as a part of reforestation project. It was really cool. The trees were stunning!

Next is the Butterfly Habitat!

Ohhh We have Butterfly Wings!!

This was a good visit love seeing those butterflies and get in touch with them. Their tour guide were also entertaining . They can make you laugh while teaching you facts about butterflies. xD

One of the cutest thing you will ever see in Bohol, Tarsier!

Tarsier Conversation Area.

Actually this was my first time seeing a tarsier in person.. Gosh They are so small.. I wish I could touch them but we were not allowed.. We were not even allowed to be noisy. Camera flashes were also not allowed. These things might stress them because Tarsiers are often shy and nervous. They might commit suicide if you do those things that are not allowed.

 

Tarsier!!

Shhh Silence Please I am Sleeping

The most awaiting part. One I am dreaming of is to see the chocolate hills but when we went there it was raining and the fog covered the chocolate hills. : /

They are behind those fogs T^T

We were sad because we didn't see the chocolate hills T-T ... Just a tip if you are planning to visit chocolate hills make sure you are going there during dry season (They are covered in green grass that turns brown (like chocolate) during the dry season, hence the name.)  Otherwise either you will see it in green color or you will end up like us.



We had our lunch at Loboc River Floating Restaurant. Our trip will not be completed without this experience. While cruising in the river we enjoyed the buffet style food, the sight seeing of the river and the serenade of the local singers. There were lots of foreigners enjoying the floating restaurant and most of them were koreans.. xD

For a few minutes we stopped in a place where there were people wearing tribal clothes.

I am the tribal Queen woohhh!

After lunch we went to different old churches of Bohol which were unfortunately ruin by the strong earthquake. Well I still like it.. I love ruins.

Unfortunately I can't remember the name of this church xD

We also went to see the blood compact monument..

The view behind the Blood Compact Monument

Since we love beach we won't leave Bohol without going to beach. We went to Baclayan Beach. I can't remember what is the name of the beach. We would like to go to Panglao where there are tons of beautiful beaches but we don't have time anymore we have to go back to Cebu.

I will surely go back to Bohol to see the Chocolate Hills (Of course w/o the fog hehe) and visit Panglao ^___^



By: Doris Jamoner

Hagimit Falls!!

Samal Island does not only offer beautiful beaches but also this amazing falls in Hagimit Falls! We decided to have an overnight stay in Hagimit falls even though there is nothing much to do at night. However it is a good time to have an overnight chit chat. Almost the whole night we just talk, eat and drink but eventually we fell asleep because of the cold breeze and peaceful sound of the gushing water.

This our close cottage

Though we slept late we still manage to wake up early because we want to enjoy the falls before many visitors will arrive. After we had our breakfast we start strolling around, swimming and jumping.

Though the falls are not that tall but there are many of them!

Rates:

Adult( Day Tour )- Php 40.00
Kids ( Day Tour )- Php 20.00

Cottage:
Open Cottage – Php 500.00
Close Cottage – Php 1000.00
Tables with Chair – Php 150.00

While searching for a beach resort in Samal where we can have an overnight stay, Villa Amparo caught my attention because of its man made Island, their sunbathing area and beautiful gazebo. Then it was decided that we will go to Villa Amparo!

From Sasa barge we rode a tricycle. My gosh it was quite a long ride and we paid 50 pesos each. I almost forgot to tell that going back to Sasa Barge might be difficult if you don't have your own car so I suggest to tell the tricycle or motor driver to pick you up again or you can ask his number. When we arrived at the beach resort we paid for the room. We don't have to pay for the entrance fee since it was included in the room fee. We bought Lechon manok good thing they didn't find out because food is not allowed.

We rested near the beach area while waiting for our room. They were still preparing it.  I look at the place and I said to myself "The long ride is worth it. This place is so great!"

View from the balcony of our room..

I like staying at the balcony of our room. The ambiance is so peaceful

Though the place was not that big but I really enjoyed their landscape and beautiful coast line.

Just love their tables and chairs they were made of woods.

Sunbathing area.. Relax yourself and forget your worries

Man made island in low tide

I wish I had tried sitting in the swing under the gazebo.

Relaxing in the Island and just stare in the ocean.. I can also hear birds while sitting there. It is really a good feeling.

Rates:

4 Years Old Below – FREE
Kids (5-12 years old)- Php 70
Adult – Php100 , Php200 for overnight

Room Rates
Non-Aircon room ( 4 persons) – Php 1800.00
Air-con room ( 4 persons) – Php 2500.00
Family Room(air-con) – Php 4500.00
Pent House – Php 100.00/pax

"La Isla Bonita!" This Spanish phrase is a great description for Isla Reta Beach Resort! Truly Isla Reta is beautiful!

Tired? Stress? Do you think you need a vacation? Whether you want to go alone, with your special someone, friends or family Isla Reta will be your great escape! A perfect place for you!

I have been in Isla Reta twice. First it was my birthday and the second one was when I and my friends at work filed for a vacation leave. All my experience in Isla Reta was great and awesome! Isla Reta is one of the best beaches in the Samal for me. No words can describe its beauty but I believe photos can ^__^

I am not familiar with Sta. Ana pier that's why the first time we went to Isla Reta we did a research for the boat schedule and of course we choose the first trip since it will go directly to Isla Reta.

Sta Ana BOAT SCHEDULE

FROM STA. ANA PIER TO ISLA RETA
ISLA RETA – 9:00 AM
PACIFIC – 10:00 AM
JESSA – 12:30 NN
SHIRLY – 2:00 PM
GRACE – 3:00 PM
HOG GOREI – 4:30 PM

FROM ISLA RETA TO STA. ANA PIER

SHIRLY – 6:15 AM
JESSA – 6:30 AM
HOF GOREI – 8:00 AM
ISLA RETA – 3:00 PM
PACIFIC – 3:00 PM

FARE:
4 years old and above – P80.00/head/ride

• SCHEDULES MAY CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICED.

Aside from the white fined sand, clear water and the trees in the seashore what I like about this place is that you have many choices when it comes to food.

1. You can bring and cook your own food

2. You can just buy food in the nearby market and cook it or you can ask the staff in Isla Reta to cook it for you.

3. You can just order ready to eat food in Isla Reta.

I Just love the Talisay Trees in the seashores. Such a refreshing view.

We just brought our own tent and set it up under the Talisay Tree. If you don't have tent they have tent for rent, concrete room, native room and dormitory room for large group.

As I said earlier I really have no words to describe the beauty of Isla Reta that's why I will just be posting photos below for you to see how beautiful is this place.(I am not a professional photographer)

Imagine yourself relaxing under these trees while enjoying the view of the sea. Simply Amazing!

Sunrise or Sunset? XD

When we are heading back home it was raining a little bit and then we saw this rainbow! Such a pretty thing!

What a memorable experience!

Rates:

Entrance Fee:

• Daytour – Php 75.00/head
• Overnight – Php 150.00/head
• Overnight(Kids) – Php 75.00/head
• 3 years old and below – Free
• 4 to 10 years old/half – Php 35.00

Cottages:

• Picnic Hut – Php 150.00/night
• Open Cottages – Free

Bedding’s Rental:

• Complete bed – Php 80.00/set
• Mattress – Php 40.00
• Blanket – Php 20.00
• Pillow – Php 20.00
• Mat – Php 30.00

Rooms:

• Concrete Room(max of 2 persons) – Php 800.00/night
• Native Room(max of 3 persons) – Php 700.00/night
• Dormitory Type(max of 15 persons) – Php 3,500.00