Just got back from a wonderful weekend in Boracay, though it was not really a relaxing weekend getaway one would expect from going to the beach due to the cornucopia of activities that we did while we were there.
Boracay is beautiful! I've never seen such fine, powdery white sand in my life. The turquoise-colored water is also beckoning. Boracay is indeed one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. What I don't like about Boracay though was that, it was too crowded and commercialized for my taste. The thing is, my idea of a perfect beach getaway is lounging around in a secluded beach, sun bathing in the powdery white sand while reading a good book and sipping fresh buko juice straight from the shell, getting a good massage, watching the sunset with my boyriend while holding hands and kissing in the beach, having long, senseful conversations and swimming in the warm, crystal clear waters of the ocean. Aahhhh... paradise! Boracay, I can say, is almost paradise (oops, is that a song?) but not quite. Wtf!
Boracay is beautiful! I've never seen such fine, powdery white sand in my life. The turquoise-colored water is also beckoning. Boracay is indeed one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. What I don't like about Boracay though was that, it was too crowded and commercialized for my taste. The thing is, my idea of a perfect beach getaway is lounging around in a secluded beach, sun bathing in the powdery white sand while reading a good book and sipping fresh buko juice straight from the shell, getting a good massage, watching the sunset with my boyriend while holding hands and kissing in the beach, having long, senseful conversations and swimming in the warm, crystal clear waters of the ocean. Aahhhh... paradise! Boracay, I can say, is almost paradise (oops, is that a song?) but not quite. Wtf!
me, remie and jing enjoying Boracay's white sand and clear watersAnyways, as I said, we did a lot of activities while we were there we hardly had time to swim in the glorious waters of Boracay.
1. ATV Driving to the top of Mt. Luho
This was the first activity that we did while in Boracay. Aside from parasailing, the other activity that I was most excited to try in Boracay was ATV. ATV, short for all-terrain vehicle, is a small 4-wheeled truck that you have to drive on the rough, uphill road leading to the top of Mt. Luho, the highest point in Boracay. I almost backed-out at first when I learned that I have to drive it to get to Mt. Luho. I thought I only have to drive it in an ATV course. I mean, I don't know how to drive. I don't even know how to ride a bike, wtf! How do they expect me to drive it all the way to the top of Mt. Luho? Wtf! But when we were test-driving the ATVs, I found out that it was quite easy and that you don't need to know how to drive a car or a motorcycle to learn how to drive it. Unlike cars and motorcycles, all you have to press is the gas and the brakes and you're good to go. Gas and brakes, I can do that. The total drive to Mt. Luho and back was about an hour. It was such a great experience. The view from the top of Mt. Luho was exhilarating! It has been one of the highlights of our trip and I'm definitely trying it again.
1. ATV Driving to the top of Mt. Luho
This was the first activity that we did while in Boracay. Aside from parasailing, the other activity that I was most excited to try in Boracay was ATV. ATV, short for all-terrain vehicle, is a small 4-wheeled truck that you have to drive on the rough, uphill road leading to the top of Mt. Luho, the highest point in Boracay. I almost backed-out at first when I learned that I have to drive it to get to Mt. Luho. I thought I only have to drive it in an ATV course. I mean, I don't know how to drive. I don't even know how to ride a bike, wtf! How do they expect me to drive it all the way to the top of Mt. Luho? Wtf! But when we were test-driving the ATVs, I found out that it was quite easy and that you don't need to know how to drive a car or a motorcycle to learn how to drive it. Unlike cars and motorcycles, all you have to press is the gas and the brakes and you're good to go. Gas and brakes, I can do that. The total drive to Mt. Luho and back was about an hour. It was such a great experience. The view from the top of Mt. Luho was exhilarating! It has been one of the highlights of our trip and I'm definitely trying it again.
all geared-up for the ATV ride
me on the ATV. I can drive! see, I'm not completely useless! =)
the amazing view from the top of Mt. Luho
enjoying the view at Mt. Luho viewpoint2. Parasailing
The ultimate experience! When I was planning the itinerary for the trip, it was the foremost on my list. As I said before in my previous blog post, I wanted to try skydiving at least once before I die. And parasailing is the closest I can get to realizing that dream. I found it so liberating to be strapped in a parachute hundreds of feet in the air while being mercilessly blown by the wind. While I was in the air, I was endlessly screaming due to both excitement and fear, and shouting I Love You to my boyfriend who was strapped beside me. It may sound cheesy, but I found it romantic when my boyfriend and I were shouting I Love You to each other while we were hundreds of feet in the air. Hahaha! Parasailing was an experience to remember. As with ATV, I'll definitely try it again on our next Boracay trip next summer.
The ultimate experience! When I was planning the itinerary for the trip, it was the foremost on my list. As I said before in my previous blog post, I wanted to try skydiving at least once before I die. And parasailing is the closest I can get to realizing that dream. I found it so liberating to be strapped in a parachute hundreds of feet in the air while being mercilessly blown by the wind. While I was in the air, I was endlessly screaming due to both excitement and fear, and shouting I Love You to my boyfriend who was strapped beside me. It may sound cheesy, but I found it romantic when my boyfriend and I were shouting I Love You to each other while we were hundreds of feet in the air. Hahaha! Parasailing was an experience to remember. As with ATV, I'll definitely try it again on our next Boracay trip next summer.
parasailing with my boyfriend
up, up and away! yihee!
the operators asked our friends waiting on the sailboat if they wanted us to get wet, and they said, "hell yeah!". so that explains the water touch-down. wtf!3. Island Hopping
The Philippines is made up of 7,107 islands so naturally, island-hopping is a staple on every beach trip in the country. Our Boracay island-hopping experience was unfortunately unexciting due to the strong waves. The waves got me all dizzy and nauseous. We only got to land on one of the islands, Magic Island, but fortunately our sumptuous lunch made up of sinigang na sugpo (prawns), grilled fish, bananas and fresh buko juice that the island's caretaker cooked for us brightened up our moods and made the grueling boat ride back to white beach much more bearable.
The Philippines is made up of 7,107 islands so naturally, island-hopping is a staple on every beach trip in the country. Our Boracay island-hopping experience was unfortunately unexciting due to the strong waves. The waves got me all dizzy and nauseous. We only got to land on one of the islands, Magic Island, but fortunately our sumptuous lunch made up of sinigang na sugpo (prawns), grilled fish, bananas and fresh buko juice that the island's caretaker cooked for us brightened up our moods and made the grueling boat ride back to white beach much more bearable.
on the boat for the grueling island-hopping
at Magic Island, the only island we were able to land
Boracay love
swimming at Magic island4. Snorkeling
Another activity that I didn't get to enjoy due to the strong waves. Every time I tried to put on my mask and snorkel and dip my head in the water, I have to remove it again because the water would enter the snorkel and would leave me swallowing the salty sea water. Wtf!
Another activity that I didn't get to enjoy due to the strong waves. Every time I tried to put on my mask and snorkel and dip my head in the water, I have to remove it again because the water would enter the snorkel and would leave me swallowing the salty sea water. Wtf!
no comment, wtf!5. Helmet Diving / Seawalking
Helmet diving or seawalking is another underwater activity that Boracay offers. Helmet diving gives you the chance to get up close and personal with the fish in Boracay waters, watch an interactive show featuring your friendly divers, and best of all, have the option to take home the memories (free video and photos are included in the package). Morning is the most ideal time to don the heavy astronaut-like helmet (it weighs 25 kilos on land and 1 kilo underwater, so it's quite a strain on the shoulders) and take the plunge. The fantastic thing about this 30-minute under-the-sea activity is that you don't even have to know how to swim or dive to try it.
while waiting for our turn
taking the plunge
under the sea
honey feeding the fish
seawalking6. Banana Boat ride
I was still able to enjoy this ride despite the coast guard's prohibition on throwing the passengers in the sea. I don't really have any qualms about that fact since I don't really want to be thrown nonchalantly into the sea and consequently drinking lots of salty sea water. Wtf!
paused in the middle of the sea for a photo-op
goin' bananas7. Watching the beautiful sunset
Boracay has one of the most beautiful sunsets ever. It's awe-inspiring! And it was so romantic to be sitting on the beach with your loved one while watching the breathtaking sunset that is uniquely Boracay. Aawww!
Boracay's magnificent sunset
watching the sunset
hmmm... nuff said..8. Nightlife
Boracay is famous for its thriving nightlife and excellent bar scene. But since we were too tired and needing much sleep, we just decided to get a few drinks and sample Aria's pizza while lounging on the throw pillows on the beach before heading back to slumber zone.
Boracay is famous for its thriving nightlife and excellent bar scene. But since we were too tired and needing much sleep, we just decided to get a few drinks and sample Aria's pizza while lounging on the throw pillows on the beach before heading back to slumber zone.
chillin' at Aria
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