bohol's virgin island

11 august 2011, bohol

after having a sumptuous meal, we headed next to bohol's virgin island. the long white sand bar greeted us hello as our boat approches the place. the boats were docked just on one side of the bar. this island was really relaxing, it gives comfort and unwinding feeling - nature at its best :)

what loosened up us more was the coconut which was available for P40 each. i just find it cool drinking coconut while my feet were immersed in the ocean.

my brother enjoying his coconut

we walked within the stretch of the island. the sand was fine and white. we did not mind the heat of the sun, but enjoyed the sight, breeze and the water.

babies on the sand

for this bohol trip, this is my favorite. this is a really beautiful place, a paradise. *camiguin also has a version of this island, they call it the white island.

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balicasag island

11 august 2011, bohol

after our fun-filled experience with the dolphins, balicasag island is our next stop. "balicasag island is a 1.5 acre island that is famous as a marine sanctuary and place for snorkeling and diving. balicasag island is a 30-45 minute boat ride from alona beach, panglao island in bohol, philippines. panglao is most noted for its pristine white beaches, diving sites, and world-class resorts." (source)

we had our breakfast first, just noodles, bread and coffee. before we go snorkeling, we ordered some fresh fish for our lunch. the sellers are going to cook your preferred ulam, with a charge of course. prices of fish and cooking charge is not so expensive, and food was great!

photo courtesy of virtualtourist.com

we then prepared for snorkeling. we were charged P150/head for the boat ride and guide going to the sanctuary, and P150 for each set of snorkeling gear. The boat was quite small but the boatman said it can carry all of us. he paddled till we reach the site.

there were lots of fish and corals. i can't help myself trying to touch the cute little fishes passing within my sight. our baby boy louie also dipped into the water and enjoyed playing with the fishes.

my dad helping louie with his vest

we went back to the shore and get ready for our sumptuous lunch. nom nom!  

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singapore : a really fine city

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officially the Republic of Singapore, is a southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, 137 kilometres (85 mi) north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the Singapore Strait to its south. The country is highly urbanised with very little primary rainforest remaining, although more land is being created for development through land reclamation. (wiki stuff)

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