Boracay: Still a Paradise ❣ ❣ ❣

It’s been straight 3 years that I visit Boracay yearly with family. Still it excites me and looking forward for a fun and adventure vacation.

This 2011 visit is quite different from my previous visit here. I’m with my family, my sister and brother-in-law based in London and my childhood friend who is first time to visit the place.

From Iloilo City, we traveled 5 hours via Iloilo-Antique-Aklan road  to Caticlan Port; gateway to Boracay Island.

After a hustle and bustle at the port terminal, we’re off to the Island. A 15-minute boat ride to the port terminal of Boracay Island.

our boat to Boracay

… and Boracay welcomed us with a smile!! ☺

From Boracay jetty port, we rode a Tricycle to station 2 where Bonzai resort is situated.

@ the trike

… and the Boracay escape begins ♥

✔ Accommodation

entrance to Bonzai Resort

Bonzai Resort is located in Station 2. It is beside La Carmela de Boracay and pass-through Villa de Oro Resort. It is walk away from the white sand beach. It is also near “Talipapa” and some food chains like Andok’s.

Bonzai resort is an affordable accommodation and it’s worth it.♛

☞ Contact Details:

Bonzai Resort

Station 2, Boracay Island

Cel #: 09177237064

✔ Island Hopping

before going to the island hopping

Island hopping is really not new to us but it’s still thrilling to do such. Though the Island is already progressive still the beauty of nature is still preserved.

the family

the known Pacquiao Resort

Along with the island hopping, we do snorkeling on the other side of the island.
Blue cool waters and colored fishes fascinates us to swim.

snorkeling

We also visited the known Puka Beach, and we enjoyed the beach and the sumptuous seafoods.

the puka beach

 After 4-5 hours of exploring the whole island we’re back on the main island for some rest.

☞Island Details:

Boat rental – Php 1200 (good for 10 persons)

                w/ snorkeling

✔ Adventure Trip

✔ Helmet Diving

from station 3, were transported by this speed boat to the helemt dive area

@the helmet dive boat

 This is my 2^nd time to experience helmet diving and it still feels like the first time; I’m sooo thrilled!!!  ツ

the beauty under the water

Lucky us!!! Lots of fishes in the ocean and they bonded with us… ♡♡♡

☞ Helmet dive fee: Php 600 per person (oxygen type)

    Contact person: Johnny Hernandez

                            Cel #: 09063192136

✔ Exploring the Island

way to station 3

 Boracay Island is a long stretch of white sand beach. One way of exploring the island is by walking.

a walk with my havvy

As you walked from station 3 to station 1 you’ll pass-thru resorts from 5 stars down to 1 star. You will also pass different food chains and shops.

relaxing

At station 3, you will find the boat terminal for the island hopping and some water adventure such as banana boat ride and flying fish. This is also where you will be transported if you’ll go helmet diving. There are also lots of resorts if you want to have a peaceful rest away from bars and the sounds of music.

banana boat ride

Station 2 is the liveliest in the island. Almost all resto bars and disco house are in this station. D’mall is also located in station 2. There are also lots of resorts in this station, from the expensive ones down to the cheapest.

@ d'mall

At station 1, you will find almost all the first class resorts in the island and high-end restaurants like Fridays, and Astoria.

At the outmost end of station 1 you will find the famous Willy’s Rock and the Groto of Mama Mary.

As you walked on the beach, especially during night time you will pass fire dance performers just everywhere. You can have a pic with them and do some tricks with you just donate a little amount.

✔ Swimming while waiting for the Sunset

lifeguard post

… and it’s swimming time!!! ☀ ☀ ☀

Lying, swimming and playing on the sand while waiting for a beautiful sunset.

❤ ❤ ❤Little things we do in the beach made our stay fun and memorable.