been there done that! Hi...thanks fo your comment. We also went to Cebu, Bohol, Siquijor, Palawan, Boracay, Malapascua etc and enjoyed some of them very much (see our blog entries). We like the PI bu it has its good sides and its bad sides....like anywhere. Just a shame that some foreigners dont venture away from Boracay, Mindoro and Manila to see some of the less travelled areas!
understanding you! hey guys, i feel so sorry about your experience here in my country. just like you, i enjoy travelling a lot. i enjoy going to different beaches here in the philippines. unfortunately, sabang beach is not included in my list cause it's really not that famous for its white sand and crystal clear water. how is wish you went to the beaches in palawan, cebu, bohol or camiguin island. well, boracay beach is a very nice one, but it's too commercial. i think you prefer serene/peaceful place (just like me). anyway, who knows, you might change your mind and come to the philippines. afterall, my country has 1,100 islands with lots of ethnic groups, with different culture and tradition. wish you good luck in your next travel to whatever destination it is.
Picture Perfect Paradise! Your pictures look awesome, I'm heading to Palawan myself In January with a couple of friends. I'll be heading from Sabang to El Nido. WOndering what is the name of this island? What's the name of the resort u stayed at? Is it easy to get to from either Port Barton or Sabang?
Tacloban? What the hell are you guys doing in Tacloban? lol.
Be sure to head out to Siargao next.
Even Batanes up north...it's like the Irish countryside...sloping hills, verdant and green and not a whole lot of tourists. Really great scenery. And it's not as HOT.
Ciao!
What can I say... I hope that inspite of the "downs" you guys have experienced, your trip was well worth it. I bought that issue of Conde Nast, lucky you guys have been to Palawan and got to see the best beach in Asia!
And it's never been more true what you said about the Phils. Once you've accepted her craziness, idiosyncracies and transportation shortcomings, there's something about her you just can't quite put.
Besides, there's 7,050 more islands to explore and discover. So, keep it to ourselves while the tourists are still in the mainland.
And be back soon...I will be in November.
Rock On! Hahaha....great blog guys...I've been frustrated myself with the Philippine transport system but I can only laugh about it now. Looing forward to your next entries.
Try Batanes Don't know if you guys will still be in the Philippines when the rains are over, but consider a pit stop to Batanes. It's the northern-most province in the archipelago and is actually closer to Taiwan than it is to Manila. It has awesome views, and the people are quite friendly. I remember eating a lot of lobsters there (US$6/kilo) so that alone was worth it for me! You can take an Asian Spirit flight out of Manila.
chuckie is indeed the best chocolate milk in the world. it kicks yoohoo's ass.
too bad you didn't see too much of the island. if you ever visit again, stay at coco grove instead. much better resort than kiwi, imo. :) of all the places i've been to in the philippines, siquijor was my favorite. and when i find my way back home, i hope i can retire there.
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wow! The photos are fab.. so fab we are now thinking of adding this to our list of places to go! Looks like the fun you two are having is never ending! x
Hello long timer.... Hi,...yes we did wonder who you were in our subscribers list. Its good to see your still enjoying reading our blogs. One day we hope to make it back to Argentina for more wine and steak....YUMMY!
wow hey there! the short legged swedish girl would love to go back to el nido, what a place! hope you enjoyed the rest of the time too!
many regards and happy travelling, jul
lucky bastards!!!!!!!!!!!!! It looks and sounds amazing. i'm sure the two of you must have big beards of wisdom by now from all that pondering in paradise, and that you cleverly remove them for the photographs! Lots of love, Lee and family x
We saved for 3 years and then went Hoff to travel the world. Chris Columbus and Magellan eat your heart out...do you reckon other people will have already discovered the places we are going to? You bet!
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Oh no...Phi Phi is a disappointmet?
Too many tourists? Too many developments? That's sad. Good thing we'll only be here for a day.