Palawan is an island located in the Visayas Region of the Philippines. It is well known for its nature beauty and beaches. Its not really that hard to go in Palawan since they have their own Airport. So theres not a much of those twist and turns.
When we arrived there, it is not really a hassle since you will then be welcomed by a bunch of tourist guide. Or you can contact a tourist guide. Ours is really great and very kind. So if you want, I can give you his contact number. =D
Actually, we have a lot of stops in this vacation. One of this is the Dolphin Watching. We were lucky because when we went to Palawan, Dolphin Watching was just newly found by another tourist guide. It is a really long travel by boat just to get to the location of where the dolphins play. A bit of a rough ride because on the middle of the trip, we have encounter big waves. They say that it is really a normal thing when you travel there, I don't know why. And after those big waves, here comes these small once and try to get into the action. But not to worry. These small waves cant do any harm. It is actually a sign of relief because it states that you will now have a clean and smooth sail and near the dolphins.
So after a 2 hour sail, here comes the dolphins!! I must say that they come in huge group. Once they come out, it is like the most wonderful thing. We have to ready our camera because they are very hard to chase. I think they don't like us to take pictures with them.. hmm, a bit shy dolphins I presume. But not to worry, our boat is fast enough to cope up with the tagging. I did actually get some good pictures with them. How I wish to swim with them a touch them, but I'm holding a camera so... But sooner, our fuel is coming low. So our captain suggest that we will just wait for them to come to us. Which is a pretty much good idea.
This dolphins are actually giving a help to those fisherman. Once they come out, that means there are fish in that area. So the fishermen quickly goes to where the dolphins are. We did bought a small tuna fish for only 50 pesos.
They also say that a lucky tourist once saw a whale shark in the area. They got confused when they saw this huge thing on the bottom of the sea. So they quickly plunge into the sea and there it was, the beautiful whale shark. Lucky tourist, how I wish we did see one.
It is a great experience watching those untamed dolphins. And it is actually my first time watching those dolphins in the open sea. A fun and exciting thing to do, and I definitely recommend for a you to take a visit.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Pearl Farm
If your looking of a place that provides you tranquility, Pearl Farm Beach Resort is the place. It is one of the tourist spot in Davao City, Philippines and is located in the Island Garden City of Samal. If your planning to visit Davao, never leave without having a visit in this marvelous place.
When we went to visit the place with my family, our first step would be going to Pampanga. Well basically a good landmark would be the Grand Mercure Hotel. Just about three kilometer apart going to a place called Beach Club. From there, you will be travelling on a boat. The schedule is 8:00 am, 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm. When we arrived at the place, we were being welcomed like royalty. Offered a welcome juice and you will get to see big fishes being fed.
Cottages are really great and unique. It is actually designed like it is a part of the island itself. They have I think five types of cottages. Ranging from the highest price are located in Malipano Island. It is a place of solitude. If you want to have a relaxing vacation, that is the place for you Next in line is located on the left side of the main island. The design is more likely the same, only a bit smaller compared to those in Malipano. It is great if you want to have an easy access to the white sanded beach. The third one is located in the middle wherein a great view will welcome you upon exiting the cottage. The fourth type is located in the furthest right. If you want to experience life in the shore, this is the right place. The last one is on the top of the hill. The view is overlooking which soothes up your life.
After taking a visit to the cottage, its time to explore the place. They have this wonderful oval type infinity pool. Its great to enjoy the wonders of the sea while at the same time relish the warm water of the pool. The beaches are breath taking and basking in the white sand of the clear water is priceless. The food... ahh out of this world.. Of all the places I have been, I have never enjoyed eating as much as I have here in Pearl Farm. The food is a mouth-watering which gives you an idea of how great delicacies are in the Philippines.
Well that experience gave me an idea of how beautiful a place can be with a touch of the simplest nature. Gives me refreshment from the busy life in the city. It is also a worthwhile experience and definitely worth having a second time visit.
When we went to visit the place with my family, our first step would be going to Pampanga. Well basically a good landmark would be the Grand Mercure Hotel. Just about three kilometer apart going to a place called Beach Club. From there, you will be travelling on a boat. The schedule is 8:00 am, 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm. When we arrived at the place, we were being welcomed like royalty. Offered a welcome juice and you will get to see big fishes being fed.
Cottages are really great and unique. It is actually designed like it is a part of the island itself. They have I think five types of cottages. Ranging from the highest price are located in Malipano Island. It is a place of solitude. If you want to have a relaxing vacation, that is the place for you Next in line is located on the left side of the main island. The design is more likely the same, only a bit smaller compared to those in Malipano. It is great if you want to have an easy access to the white sanded beach. The third one is located in the middle wherein a great view will welcome you upon exiting the cottage. The fourth type is located in the furthest right. If you want to experience life in the shore, this is the right place. The last one is on the top of the hill. The view is overlooking which soothes up your life.
After taking a visit to the cottage, its time to explore the place. They have this wonderful oval type infinity pool. Its great to enjoy the wonders of the sea while at the same time relish the warm water of the pool. The beaches are breath taking and basking in the white sand of the clear water is priceless. The food... ahh out of this world.. Of all the places I have been, I have never enjoyed eating as much as I have here in Pearl Farm. The food is a mouth-watering which gives you an idea of how great delicacies are in the Philippines.
Well that experience gave me an idea of how beautiful a place can be with a touch of the simplest nature. Gives me refreshment from the busy life in the city. It is also a worthwhile experience and definitely worth having a second time visit.
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