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Sunrise Tour at Phi Phi Islands

5:09 PM

Some people were asking me regarding the tour I took while in Phuket, so I’m going to share my experience with Being Travel and Tours for their Phi Phi Islands Sunrise tour. 😁Actually, my initial plan was to avail the Phang Nga Bay Tour either sunrise or sunset as this timing tend to be less crowded but the tour agencies I found reliable & affordable for a solo traveller was fully booked namely: Elizabeth Andaman Tour, Phuket Sail Tours. I was informed that it was cheaper to book when in Phuket as there were tons of agencies to choose from but because this was a sudden vacay I wanted to arrive with something settled plus I like to join a group tour with less people, more personal and better timing. So, I opted for Phi Phi Islands and ended booking with Beep. She was the main agent, she was easy to talk to and promtly responded to my queries.

I was picked up at the hotel by 5am and arrive at Marina dock around 6am. They provided light snacks, free use of snorkelling gears and fins. So, by around 6:30 were off the sea, watching the beautiful sunrise on our way to discover a paradise. Our boat was the first to arrive at Maya Bay which was really awesome, was able to take pics without much photobomber and chill at the seashore peacefully.

Then we head to the Pileh Lagoon for jumping from the boat and swimming. Next stop was an island I can’t remember the name, we stopped for snorkelling which was one for the books. It was so beautiful underwater and were the only group on that area. There were fruits, chips, water and soft drinks provided in the boat so we never go hungry, the guides were so nice and super accommodating. We also passed by the Viking Cave, Loh Samah Bay and Monkey Beach. The monkeys were pretty aggressive so it’s not advisable to stay at the island. The guides were the one to interact to them and we were just watching from a distance.

Lunch was so so, nothing too special, it was a buffet served at a beach side restaurant. I’ve met couple of black people who were really cool, and chill with me under the shades of trees on our last stop at the Bamboo Island. The overall tour went smoothly as the way they had organized it, up to dropping me off back to my hotel. I would highly recommend the being Travel and Tours for an enjoyable and unforgettable trip. I'm definitely coming back for the Phang Nga Bay tour! 😄

Being Travel & Tours

Website : https://www.beephukettours.com/

Contact # +66 84 190 0132

Phuket Sail Tours

Website : http://phuketsailtours.com/booking.htm

Elizabeth Andaman Tour .Co.Ltd

Website : http://www.elizabethandamantour.com

A Must Food Stop at La Union : S.O.U.L. Cafe (Spice of Urban Life)

4:31 PM

Finding Paradise: South Palms Beach Resort

#bohol #panglao #southPalmsbeachResort #summer #philippinesbeaches #infinitypool 1:56 PM

After our tiring yet super fun adventure with the Sardine Run, Sea turtles, and Whale Sharks (see previous post for the details, click here), it was time for us to move on the tranquility part of our trip. Off to Panglao, Bohol! Our top choices were Eskaya, Mithi or South Palms when we were deciding where to stay. We ended up booking South Palms as I’ve liked most of its reviews in Tripadvisor. No regrets!!

My shots didn't give much justice to this paradise. Sorry😛 But it is too picturesque ❤️

South Palms is a beachfront resort in Bohol that has longest beach in Panglao. We've actually walked at the beach for good 15 minutes without bumping on same guests. The place was so serene and there were lots of hammocks, sun beds, which you can lay down and relax. You can also order drinks & food and they can bring it over to where you were. They’ve got two pools, the one we went to was in front of the main restaurant, the infinity pool which stretches right out over the beach and overlooks the ocean.

Infinity Pool and the view

The staffs were accommodating from the moment we stepped in, to ushering us to our beachfront villa , to showing us the map on what facilities we can use, where we can dine, where was the spa, and the best spot to snorkel at the beach. We were assisted well while dining and the food was delicious. Oh! And someone was serenading everyone while having dinner too.

Date night it is ❤️

If you were wondering if there were extra payments to use their amenities..you can enjoy everything for free. They have kayaks which looked appealing but we opted for paddle boards. They also offer panoramic views plus recreational facilities including tables for billiard and foosball. If you’re looking to burn off some calories, hit the gym, jog or cycle around the property.

Many Memories we've created in here.

South Palms Beach Resort is one of the places I would love to come back and stay longer in the future.

South Palms Beach Resort Website : www.southpalmsresort.com/
Location : Brgy. Bolod, Panglao Island, 6340, Philippines
Tel: +63 38 502.8288/+63 38 501-3088 / +63-38-5029106

2 Days Itinerary in Southern Cebu: Moalboal, Badian & Oslob

#cebu #oslob #badian #moalboal #whalesharks #sardinerun #pescadorisland #kawasanfalls 11:23 PM

Day 1

12:25 AM – 04:15 AM Singapore to Cebu

05:00 AM – Pick up airport (breakfast on the way preferably take out)

08:00 AM – Estimated arrival in Moalboal

08:30 AM – Depart for Pescador Island

how great it is to swim with sea turtles. :)
My go pro broke down at the very start of our island hopping so these pics from my phone doesn't give justice to the beauty of the underwater we've seen. :(

Sardine Run at Moalboal

10:30 AM – Back to Moalboal and go to Kawasan Falls

Canyoneering Guides were called in the municipal hall for drug testing on the day we went :( But on the bight side, we were few people in the place.
So we ended up walking to the Kawasan Falls, enjoying the scenery and had a great afternoon just relaxing, taking a dip while in awe in the picturesque waterfalls

11:00 AM – 02:00 PM Cool down at Kawasan Falls

03:00 PM – Departure to Oslob

04:30 PM – Estimated Arrival in the Hotel

Check-in at Down South Beach 118

Location: Barangay Calumpang, Cebu Cebu Philippines 6025

This is the view I get every morning at Down South Beach Hotel

Day 2

05:30 AM – Wake up call for the Oslob whale shark watching & swimming

Swimming with whale sharks definitely is one for the books. Must do when you happen to go at southern part of Cebu.

06:00 AM – 06:30 AM Swim with the whale sharks (30mins max time allowed per batch)

07:00 AM – Back at Down South hotel for breakfast
08:40 AM – ETD to Bluewater Sumilon Island

My boyfriend and I agreed that we will come back to this place and stay for few days. The place is secluded (only resort on beautiful Sumilon Island) and serene. And all the staff were really nice too.

09:00 AM – 05:00 PM Bluewater Sumilon IslandDay Tour Inclusive of :

Entrance fee
Buffet lunch with one round of non-alcoholic drink
Roundtrip boat transfers (Mainland Bancogon – Sumilon Island – Mainland Bancogon)
Island Activities (kayaking, snorkeling – free use of mask and snorkel, island trekking and fish feeding)
Use of resort facilities including beach, infinity pool, payags and shower rooms