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Hidden Beach Resort, Aloguinsan Cebu

I love going on out of town trips during weekdays when there are not much people in Cebu’s tourist spots. Just recently had some foreign friends over and toured them in Aloguinsan. About 59 kilometers southwest of Cebu City, the Municipality of Aloguinsan boasts of two charming attractions – Bojo River and Hermit’s Cove. The drive from Mactan to Aloguinsan is about 2.5 hours, and hammed up our stay by checking in for a night at Hidden Beach Resort.

About Hidden Bech Resort Aloguinsan Cebu
Its 1 kilometer stretch of white sand beachfront and the sunset are the resort’s prime attractions, and those cute friendly dogs too! We were booked in the resort’s cheapest overnight accommodations – P600 bucks for 2 persons, inclusive of resort entrance, without breakfast. The room is a small hut with a patio, a queen-sized bed and an electric fan. Nothing fancy, just the very basics. The toilet and shower are outside of the room, and shared with guests staying at the other basic fan rooms. Air-conditioned rooms with their own toilet and bath are also available for P1,500 a night per person. (Posted price as of 7 February 2019)

The property has a canteen but food choices are limited. And there’s only one restaurant, a cafe, that’s a bit close from the resort. I highly suggest you bring your own cooked food, drinks and snacks if you plan to stay at Hidden Beach Resort. You may also bring raw seafood and meat and have the caretakers cook them for you for a fee. Be sure to tell them ahead through the number provided.

Guests can drop by for a day use from 6:00AM to 6:00PM. Tables and cottages are available for rent.

How to get to Hidden Beach Resort by public transport:
From Cebu South Bus Terminal, hop on a bus bound for Aloguinsan and the bus ticketer that you’ll be alighting at Aloguinsan Public Market. The bus ride is about 2 hours. From the market, take a 20-munite motorcycle ride to Hidden Beach Resort. Be sure to get off at the resort gate and not by the road sign since it’s still about a 15-minute walk from the main road to the resort gate.

Resort Information:
Hidden Beach Resort
Address: Aloguinsan, Cebu
Telephone: 0928 870 4575

If you are driving to Hidden Beach Resort, you may use Google Maps to navigate. See Pin Location below for your reference.

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Montebello Villa Hotel Cebu

Located just a few minutes away from the bustling road of Gov. M Cuenco Avenue, Montebello Villa Hotel is set in a 4 hectare hacienda that is surprisingly serene. Never knew a tranquil and quiet spot still exist in this area of Cebu, ’til we checked-in for an overnight staycation.

Cebuano hospitality is evident as smiles greeted my brothers and I the moment we stepped in at the lobby and at the reception upon getting our keycards; hinting us that our stay is going to be a cozy sojourn.

The Premier Rooms

Montebello Villa Hotel has one hundred fifty (150) guest rooms and suites amidst gardens – giving a more relaxing setting and perfect for unwinding. Forty-three (43) Premier Rooms, located at the third wing of the hotel, have been fully refurbished and made available just February of this year.

We made ourselves comfortable in two (2) Premier Rooms – one (1) with two (2) double beds and one (1) with one (1) king sized bed. The complimentary hi-speed wireless internet access and the 32″ LCD TV with digital cable channels are basic amenities we took advantage the moment we settled in. The Premier Rooms also give thoughtful nicety from a fridge to keep our drinks cold, an electric kettle to fill my constant need for a cup of coffee or tea, an in-room safe and a hair dryer so I’d not be hassled of bringing my own. The bathroom is equipped with hot and cold rain-shower and toiletries.

The Premier Room is approximately 30 sqm. space with a refreshing, contemporary resort ambiance; fresh, bright and warm – each having a color scheme of either chartreuse, terracotta, bougainvillea pink(fuchsia), blush pink and golden yellow. And one of the awesome things of staying at the Premier Rooms is you get the best view of the colorful Bougainvillea Garden.

Other MonteBello Villa Hotel room types: Standard, Superior, Deluxe, Poolside, Junior Suite, Premier Suite, Garden Suite and The Penthouse.

The Food

Montebello Villa Hotel offers four hotel dining venues to choose from – La Terraza, Cafe Bouganvilla, The Lobby Lounge, and at the comforts of your hotel room.

Right after we got settled in, we headed to La Terraza – MonteBello’s Asian and International Restaurant. The al fresco dining outlet offers a menu of signature recipes, Asian picks, Spanish fare and American favorites.

We were able to sample and enjoy some of the house’s specialties for our late lunch. Fat, juicy and fresh prawns sautéed in olive oil, garlic and chili, La Terraza’s Gambas Al Ajillo is straightforward, deliciously good and one of my personal favorites. Another must-try at La Terraza is the Fried Tilapia – fried tilapia fish with Asian spicy sauce and coconut milk.

La Terraza is situated just beside the hotel’s main pool area curtained with lush bougainvillea, giving you that hacienda-ish and laid-back feel when dining. La Terraza is open from 6am until 2am everyday.

Location

Montebello Villa Hotel is conveniently nestled near the metro’s business and commercial districts, major shopping malls and entertainment. It’s pretty much a few minute walk from Gaisano Countrymall and Banilad Town Center – two (2) shopping complexes with restaurants, supermarket, pharmacies and retails boutiques. It’s about a 10-minute cab ride to Asiatown I.T. Park and around 20-minutes to Cebu Business Park.

University of Cebu is also a walking distance from the hotel. University of San Carlos- Technological Center is about 20-minute cab ride; while University of the Visayas- Gullas Campus is 15 minutes away by cab.

Ampersand at Banilad Town Center (5-minute cab ride or 15- minute walk), The Distillery at The Crossroads (10-minutes by cab), Sky Lounge by Blue Elephant at Apple One (20 minutes away by cab) and Liv Superclub at City Times Square (30 minutes by cab) are the most hip and happening night spots to chill and party near MonteBello Villa Hotel.

Amidst the active and bustling Cebu metropolis, Montebello Villa Hotel is an oasis in the city; a garden resort in the heart of this concrete jungle. Our staycation was an escapade – even without going out of the metro; indeed it was an escape within reach! Can’t wait for the next one. ‘Til we meet again Montebello. 🙂

Montebello Villa Hotel is located in Banilad, Cebu City. Visit www.montebellovillahotel-cebu.com for more information or to book an accommodation. Contact them through phone, 63-32-2313681.

Have you stayed at Montebello Villa Resort? Drop your review by commenting below. 🙂

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Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

Five-star Mediterranean-inspired Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu gives both leisure and business travelers a fun and fresh appeal. Since its grand reopening in December 2012, the multi-million dollar transformation incorporating newly designed rooms, out-of-the-box dining concepts and the unparalleled beach club facility, unique to the Philippines, Ibiza beach Club.

The sea breeze welcoming you to the hotel upon stepping in the lobby makes you giddy to throw in your bags in your hotel room, put on your swim wear and hit the beach or the pool. But with all the excitement rushing through me, can’t help but notice the elegant and stylish lobby, seamlessly blending white with soft blue, green and gray accents, emanating sophisticated elegance and contemporary Mediterranean style.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

The check-in process was a breeze and you get the local Mactan hospitality as a bonus from the hotel staff. After we were settled in our two bedroom suite, it’s time for lunch! We headed down to Sails, Moevenpick’s all-day dining restaurant serving a wide range of Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and other international dishes. Click here to know more about the Sails.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

After lunch, we went back to our suite to rest for a bit before going swimming. Here’s a quick tour of our two bedroom suite.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan‘s two bedroom suite comfortably accommodates 4 adults and 2 children in a spacious 105 sqm room. There are two separate bedrooms adjoining the living area and dining area. Bedrooms are furnished with 1 king-size bed and 2 single beds respectively. The room features a private balcony which allows you to enjoy the full ocean view of Mactan Island. The two bedrooms are equipped with 32″ LED TV and a 42″ LED TV in the living room. There are 2 bathrooms and a jacuzzi at the Master’s bathroom.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

With my excited nephew and niece, we hurried down to the pool for an afternoon dip. Kids just love the pool, don’t they? It’s where we spent all our afternoon and waited for the clock to turn 6pm and prepare for dinner at the famous Ibiza Beach Club.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

We had an awesome dinner, indulging in authentic Churrasco grill accompanied by world class entertainment. (Click here to know more about Ibiza Beach Club)

Ibiza Beach Club, Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

With great company, time seems to go so fast. We ended dinner at around 10:30PM and the kids need to hit the sheets. My friends who were also checked in at the hotel, gathered at our suite’s living room and enjoyed chit chatting over tequila and chips. ^_^ Ended up sleeping at 1:30am. With the kids wanting to go swimming at 6:30am, I should now retire and go to bed as well. zzzzzzz.

7AM, Kriiiing, the alarm rang and the kids were the first ones to go out of bed and wake everybody up for breakfast. We had breakfast at Sails, where we enjoyed a wide array of local and international breakfast. Enjoyed the pancakes and cream very much and paired it with a cup of local chocolate drink. After breakfast, it’s now time to go to the beach!

And with white sandy beach between my toes, I know it’s going to be one fine day! We enjoyed a bit of snorkeling and swimming at the beach for about an hour and a half, just the right amount of time to get a good sun kissed skin. ^_^ A short swim at the pool then followed before heading to the room and to have a bubble bath at the jacuzzi before checking out.

Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

A wonderful overnight stay which I wish was longer. It was an enjoyable escape from everyday routine giving me a short breather from my usual daily program. Maybe a 3 day, 2 night stay would be more exciting? Next time. 😉

For more information about Moevenpick Hotel Mactan and for bookings, click here: http://www.moevenpick-hotels.com/en/asia/philippines/cebu/resort-cebu/overview/

Hotel: Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Cebu

Address: Punta Engano Mactan Island, Cebu Philippines

Contact Number: +63 32 492 7777

Distance from sights and business spots:

– 900 meters to Mactan Shrine

– 6 KM to Mactan Export Processing Zone

– 18 KM to Cebu Asiatown IT Park

-15 KM to SM CIty Cebu

– 17 KM to Ayala Center Cebu

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Waterfront Mactan’s New Hotel Manager

A seasoned hotelier who honed his skills in the field of front Office Operations from different international hotel chains in the country, Mr. Benhur Caballes is Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino‘s new Hotel Manager.

Mr. Benhur Caballes, Waterfront Mactan’s New Hotel Manager

He started his career in the hospitality industry at the former Westin Philippine Plaza. Found his passion in this business, he then joined Makati Shangri-La Hotel in 1996. Driven by his vision to excel, he filled in several positions in Front Office – Guest Services Associate, Service Leader and Assistant Front Office Manager. In 2007, he joined Alegre Beach Resort as Front Office Manager. During his short stint in the hotel resort, he played a vital role in improving the hotel room’s performance in terms of revenue.

Mr. Benhur Caballes, Waterfront Mactan’s New Hotel Manager

Downpour of opportunities came after he joined Waterfront Manila Pavilion Hotel as Front Office Manager in 2006. His exceptional performance paved way to appoint him as Hotel Manager of GHotel Manila by Waterfront. An advocate of innovation, Mr. Caballes led and represented the boutique hotel for three years, uplifting the services and incorporating the Waterfront standards to provide the best hotel experience to guests and patrons.

Benhur, as he is fondly known, enchanced his hotel management skills when he took up Managerial Core Competencies Program at Les Roches Ji Jiang International Hotel Management College in China.

He was appointed Resident Manager of Waterfront Manila Pavillion Hotel in April 2013, prior joining the Waterfront Mactan family.

“We tailor fit to your needs. With service and commitment, we provide memorable moments to our patrons and guests,” Benhur Caballes.

With his notable attributes and leadership style, Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino will surely remain as one of the premier business hotels in the island.

Mr. Benhur Caballes, Waterfront Mactan’s New Hotel Manager

Photos by Edd Buenaviaje

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Hot Deals and Comfort Food Abound at the Radisson Blu

HOT DEALS AND COMFORT FOOD ABOUND AT THE RADISSON BLU

The rainy days may come and go but cool comfort remains at the Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu with the new and extended in-room dining menu for indulging in the shelter of your own room.

Premier Room

Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu amplifies its exemplary culinary offerings for an in-room dining experience like no other. The new in-room dining menu offers more comfort food at its best, from refreshing salads, piping hot pizzas, heartypastas, sandwiches and soups, savory dimsum, and delectable desserts, plus Filipino and Asian favorites and even beef, lamb, fish and chicken fresh off the grill. Signature breakfasts are also available ‘round the clock, with eggs cooked in every conceivable way or just the way you like it. And with one of the hotel’s latest accolades, the 9^th spot of the Best Breakfast Hotels in the World (the only one from the Philippines in this category to boot) from online travel booking authority Asiarooms.com,there’s no better time to experience uncompromising service and flavor.

Crispy Pata at Radisson Blu

Grilled Fish at Radisson Blu

Sushi plate

Also enjoy more great value for money with the Hot Deals price-off campaign. Book a Hot Deal room at the Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu and participating Carlson Rezidor hotels by September 20, 2013 and enjoy up to 20% off the hotel’s Best Available Rates for bookings of at least 2 consecutive nights, for stay periods between today until December 30, 2013.

Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu is located at Serging Osmeña Boulevard corner Juan Luna Avenue, Cebu City, Philippines 6000. For inquiries and reservations, please call +63 (32) 402 9900 or visit our website at www.radissonblu.com/hotel-cebu for the best online deals. Keep up-to-date with the hotel’s latest offerings by joining us on Facebook (facebook.com/radissonbluhotelcebu) and Twitter (@radissonblucebu).

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Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu takes part in the Great Cebu Sale

The Cebu Chamber of Commerce drums up a flurry of amazing deals this month with the Great Cebu Sale, the first of its kind in the city. From June 1 to 30, 2013, exporters, hotels and restaurants will be slashing their prices and bringing out steals for those hungry for bargains and deals.

Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu – Great Cebu Sale

The Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu also joins the Great Cebu Sale to bring you great stays and experiences at a fraction of the price.With the hotel’s ever-increasing reputation for total customer satisfaction driven by its Yes I Can! service philosophy and commitment to excellence, the Radisson Blu is ready to give you only the best.

Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu Great Cebu Sale

Enjoy 30% savings when you stay for three nights but only pay for 2. Promotion is offered from June 1 to 30, for stay dates from June 1 to September 30, 2013. Not only does each day come with a breakfast buffet at Feria, but your booking also entitles you to a 10% discount coupon on the total amount of your SM Department Store purchase during your stay. Rate is based on the daily rate; terms and conditions apply.

Get the best value for your money with the Great Cebu Sale at the Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu.

For inquiries and reservations, call 4029900 or email reservations.cebu@radisson.com.

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Glow: Earth Hour Celebration at Crimson

Show your sipport for a better Earth. Celebrate Earth Hour at the Azure Pool Bar on March 23, 2013.

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Waterfront Cebu Welcomes the Year of the Water Snake

February 9, 2013. Guests were treated with the traditional lion and dragon dance demonstration at the grand lobby of The Waterfront Cebu City Hotel.

The Waterfront Cebu welcomes the year of the Water Snake

The year of the water snake is the beginning of the nine year cycle. Water Snakes are influential and insightful. They are motivated and very determined about success. They are intuitive, introspective, refined and collective Animal Signs.

And not to forget, the spectacular yearly Chinese New Year fireworks display that lit the night sky and wowed guests and spectators in the hotel.

The Waterfront Cebu welcomes the year of the Water Snake

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Blogged by: Doyzkie Buenaviaje | Photos by Edd Buenaviaje | IT: Reymond Buenaviaje

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Chinese New Year at The Waterfront

Chinese New year at The Waterfront

Celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel!

Welcome the year of the Water Snake with festive performances on February 9, 2013.

6:00PM at the Grand Lobby – Wushu, Lion and Dragon Dance Exhibition

9:00PM at the Hotel Driveway Music and Grand Fireworks Display

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Marco Polo Plaza’s Tree of Hope

Marco Polo Plaza's Tree of Hope

From December 1 til the 31st, get to further light up the Tree of Hope that will brighten up the future of the underprivileged children in Cebu. By donating 200php per ball, get to write your Christmas message and hang your Christmas ball on the magnificent Tree of Hope.

Mr. and Ms. Santa

Also get to meet and have your picture taken with Mr. and Ms. Santa on the 24th of December as they entertain guests at the lobby of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu.

For pledges or inquiries, refer to the Tree of Hope Ambassador at the hotel lobby or call 032-253-1111 local 8353 or email mpplaza@marcopolohotels.com.

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Sundays at The Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu

Sundays at Radisson Blu

Sundays are a day where we relax and enjoy with our family and friends and Radisson Blu offers you a delectable treat every Sunday! Sundays at the Radisson Blu whisks you away to a world of gastronomic pleasures. Enjoy the relaxing musical performances of a variety of local artists. Enjoy food and wine buffet at Feria and the little ones get to have their own world of excitement at the Blu Kingdom, a function room turned into a play area complete with children’s buffet. And don’t miss the mass at 10:30 at Santa Maria Grand Ballroom.

Sundays at Radisson Blue Hotel Cebu - Blu Kingdom

Sundays at Radisson Blu - Blu Kingdom

Buffet at Feria

Brunch Buffet at Feria

Desserts at Feria

Wine Buffet

Lunch at Feria with friends

Make a reservation by calling (032) 402 9900 or emailing them at reservations.cebu@radisson.com.

Keep safe everyone – Doyzkie, Reymond and Edd Buenaviaje!

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Sumilon Island, Cebu

(Post Date: February 2011) It was a gloomy and rainy Saturday morning yet I was excited to enjoy and experience Sumilon! I woke up at 430am and grabbed a pair of board shorts, an extra shirt, a pair of boxers, sunblock and deodorant and slipped it on my camera bag.

Sumilon is about 2.5 to 3.5 hours from Cebu City depending on your mode of transportation. If your renting a car/van (renting a car, one way is about 2,700php/ Van one way is 4800php), it would take you 2-3.5 hours to get to Oslob which is the jump off point to Sumilon Island. You could also take a VHire from the Southbus Terminal which costs 200 per person one way and takes you 3 hours to get to Oslob. Another alternative and the cheapest way to get to Oslob is to take Ceres Liner Bus which would take you to Oslob for just 90php for airconditioned buses and 45php for the non-airconditioned bus. Frequency of the Ceres bus liners leaving the South bus terminal to Oslob would be every hour for the airconditioned buses and every 30minutes for the non airconditioned buses. Estimated travel time for buses to arrive at Oslob would be 3.5hours.

Long trips could sometimes make you dizzy so be sure to bring a mint rub or drink Bonamine to prevent motion sickness and fully enjoy the trip.

My friends and I, assembled at SM Northwing Entrance, hopped on the the resort’s van and departed at around 6:30am. If You are taking a day tour, I would advice you to depart Cebu at 5AM so you could have more time to enjoy Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort. When we arrived at Bancogon, Oslob, we were greeted with a refreshing ice cold Lemongrass Tea which is native to people in Oslob and a cold herby towel to freshen up after a long ride to the drop off point.

We then waited for a pumpboat(provided by the resort) to transport us to Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort. It takes around 15 minutes from the Oslob Drop off point to the beautiful Island of Sumilon!

The 15 minute pumboat ride made me more excited and jumpy more than ever during the whole trip. Though I was wishing the sun would give us hope for a good tan but the sun stayed dark and cloudy.

While storm Jolina is on her full force on the southwest of Visayas, we (on Central visayas) were experiencing stong winds, drizzles and big waves. But it wouldn’t stop us from our excitement in our Sumilon island adventure which was about 8 mins ahead of us.

The pumpdoat toured us around the island giving us a preview of the scenic Sumilon Island. I also took pictures of the Oslob fisherfolks who were fishing. hehe

Our 15 minute pumpboat ride just ended and as we disembark the boat, we were greeted by Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort Staff. It was still gloomy and no sign of Mr. Golden Sun but was still looking forward to all the activities we can do on the island. We then walked our way up to a the Island Pavilion, the resort restaurant, to grab some munchees before we start going around the island.

We munched on a Tuna sandwhich and fries for our mawnin snacks! Yum!

After eating our sumptuous tuna sandwhich, we checked out the room and the facilities of the Island Resort. Sumilon Bluewater Island resort has 14(fourteen) 48sqm rooms which can accomodate 3 guests per room.

Room features a private veranda with lounge chairs, Private toilet and hot and cold shower, mini bar, ceiling fan, WiFi Connection, telephone and airconditioning.

Private Veranda

A private toilet and shower with hot and cold running water

A Mini Bar

After checking out the comfy rooms, we headed back to The Island Pavilion for lunch. Island Pavilion serves a delectable fair of local and international cuisine. We were delighted with a lunch buffet!

After our hefty lunch, Atty. Ethelbert, McBilly and I went to Aquamania to get our snorkel gear and life vest. We then started snorkling and saw some corals and fishes but gave up after 20minutes because waves were big and strong.

We then went to the Lagoon teeming with high mangroves to kayak!

After we took pictures on the mangrove, we then shifted to swimming in the infinity pool and relaxed at the Jacuzzi!

Surrounding the infinity pool are stairs heading down to a “chill cliff” where you can just sit down and enjoy the beautiful sea view and fresh air.

Want a glass of margarita ora shot of tequlia? Order some refreshments and drinks at the bar beside the Island Pavillion.

Chill chairs under the green shades of island trees are perfect when your reading a book, playing favorite games on psp or nintendo ds or even checking your facebook account with the resort’s Wifi connection.

We then went to sand bar, where we spent most of the afternoon enjoying the big waves and the strong winds!

Sumilon sand bar changes shapes and shifts locations around the island depending on the season.

Since the wind was strong and waves were getting bigger due to tropical depression, we headed back to the infinity pool and enjoyed the last few hours of our day tour swimming.

It was 5pm and its time to pack up. But before leaving the island, we had carbonara and tea for our afternoon snacks! Then as I packed my wet boxer (which Wil used because she did not bring swimming clothes) and my boardshorts in my yellow SM plastic Bag, I swore I’d be back!

As Doyzkie and Friends embarked the pumpboat bringing us back to Oslob, I took this pic of a Korean couple having fun and enjoying the beautiful scenery of Sumilon Island! Aneyong hasseyo!

Maybe next time when Doyzkie the explorer and friends visit Sumilon we would go diving? What do you think? hehe

Get your backpacks now and enjoy Sumilon like Doyzkie the Explorer and friends did!

Day tour package on weekdays is priced at 1,500php nett per person and weekends & holidays is priced at 2000php nett per person. Inclusions are day tour lunch, roundtrip boat transfers ( Mainland Bangcogon Oslob-Sumilon Island-Mainland Bangcogon Oslob), afternoon snacks at the Pavilion, Island Activities like Kayaking, trekking , snorkeling and Canoeing and use of resort facilities including beach, infinity pool, beach volley, billiard pool, picnic grove & payags.

And if a day tour is not enough, avail of their Island Discovery Package. Single room is at 8500php. Extra person is charged 3,200php and 1,500 is charged for kid guests. Package inclusions are roundtrip boat transfers ( Mainland Bangcogon Oslob-Sumilon Island-Mainland Bangcogon Oslob), room accomodation good for 2 persons, resort breakfast, lunch and dinner, welcome drink and shell lei upon arrival, Island Activities like Kayaking, trekking , snorkeling and Canoeing and use of resort facilities including beach, infinity pool, beach volley, billiard pool, picnic grove & payags.

Children below 11 years old is free from room accomodation charges but will be charged for meals.

For more information, Contact 63-32-481 0801 or email them at sumilon@bluewater.com.ph

www.bluewater.com.ph

Blog Imported from my blogsite: http://doyzkietheexplorer.blogspot.com

Written and Photographed by: Andrew “Doyzkie” Buenaviaje

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