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APO Island Dauin Negros Oriental

9/7/2015

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Diving and snorkeling are the two top activity recommendation in this Island. Since I don't know how to swim, I am not interested with these 2 activities at all. Yes, you don't need to emphasize that...I'm such a big loser. Pppfffttt!!! :)))

But that would not stop me from going to this place. Just for the heck of it as they say, I decided to take a trip in this famous island. So I can relate. So to experience. 

Mennnnn, all blogs about APO Island comes with so many underwater shots/pictures. Yeah again a loser. But I can still be a good help by giving you the HOW-TOs, Where TOs. *wink*
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Excited to see this Pawikan? Then below's the How TOs. (Photo from the net, liquiddumaguete.com)
TRANSPORTATIONS (From Cebu City):
- Take a bus from South Terminal To Liloan Santander, around 3-4 hours
- From Liloan, take a ferry to Sibulan Dumaguete, around 30 minutes
- From Sibulan, take a tricycle to Dumaguete Terminal 
- Take a jeep going to Malatapay market (around 30 minutes) and rent a boat going to APO Island
- Upon arrival, register and pay marine sanctuary fee for maintenance and preservation of the island

ACCOMODATIONS:
Would you believe for someone who does not dive, snorkel, or swim in general been in this island twice?! Haha! I can recommend you two accomodations I've tried although a number of Homestays are available and cheaper. 

- APO Island Resort (http://www.apoislandresort.com)
It has an exclusive beachfront, has a generator (which by the way the island's electricity is only available from 6PM to 9:30 PM) and gives you a clearer view of the rock formations.

- Liberty Lodge (http://www.apoisland.com)
The view of their beachfront room is stunning and a good spot for relaxation, read books while everybody's busy interacting with the turtles. 

ACTIVITIES:
- Diving 
- Snorkeling
- Hiking (do not miss going to the lighthouse) or to the Mangrove Area
- Get some Henna tatoo
- Shop and support local products there

DINING:
Have it prepared by the staff of where you are staying. Say in Liberty Lodge, room rates included meals already 3x a day. That can be arranged and prepare your tummy to a very delicious seafood and lutong-bahay meals.
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the spot!!! and say Pawikan here I come! :))
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the loser will just take picture of herself and get a henna tattoo :)))
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APO Island Resort
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the famous rock formations in front of APO Island Resort
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sunset drama ^_^
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such a beauty
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view from Liberty Lodge Beachfront Room balcony
Going to places like this makes me always realize how beautiful the world is and how blessed I am to have all these opportunities to travel and see other aspects of life and widen my perpectives. The locals teach and remind me that life doesn't need to be complicated and there is so much beauty in simplicity.
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Coco Grove Resor and Siquijor Philippines

9/7/2015

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It was such a blessing to visit Siquijor and to stay in one of the famous and expensive resorts in the island, The Coco Grove. There’s so much to love in the place. From their amazing beach to the friendly staff and very good resort facilities and amenities, I can stay here for days and just do nothing.

The waves this time were a bit strong due to hanging habagat so swimming was not enticing. But good thing the resort has 2 large swimming pools (I heard it’s 3 now).  Coco Grove is really beautiful. Their spacious property is surrounded by trees, beautiful architecture, huts and recliners. Really wanna go back and promise to take a more meaningful detailed pictures Haha!
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Breakfast at Sunset Reaturant. How beautiful when mornings are always like this, isn't it? :)
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trust me they have an awesome sunset my camera just sucks haha!
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Of course there’s so much about Siquijor than Coco Grove and its beaches. Let me give you some How-TOs:

TRANSPORTATIONS:
From Cebu City:
- Take a bus from South Terminal to Liloan Santander
- Take a Ferry to Sibulan Dumaguete
- From Sibulan, flag  a tricycle to  take you to Dumaguete Sea Port
- You may opt to ride the fast craft or RORO ferry to either town of Siquijor or Larena

PLACES TO VISIT:
- Capilay Spring Park
- Old Balete Tree
- St. Isidore The Farmer Church
- Cambugahay Falls
- Lazi Church
- Salagdoong Beach
- Butterfly Sanctuary
- Cantabon Cave
- Bandilaan National Park

You may have this tour arranged by your resort or contact tricycle drivers. One that I can recommend is Manong Joam. His number is 09276932095.

This island has been associated with black magics, witchcrafts and sorceries, but the traveller genes on me are stronger enough than those stories. It’s now a popular destination so I must go. So I can relate. So to experience. =)
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