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Bohol is an island province (with some minor surrounding islands) in Central Visayas Region in the Philippines, with Tagbilaran City as its capital. It is accessible by both air and sea transfer, either to take an hour flight from Manila (Airlines: Cebu Pacific, Philippines Airlines) or take a ferry departing from neighboring cities like Cebu City or Dumaguete City. Accommodation in Bohol won't be a problem as you can choose a variety of it, from budget class to mid-range to high class hotels either in the city center (Tagbilaran) or beach-side vacation (Panglao Island).
Traveler's Couch shares to you photos of what's in for you when you take the Bohol Day Tour and Panglao Island Hopping Activities.
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Definitely my summer still on the go as I embrace June with major Beach Destinations. I'm done with Panglao Island so the next stop: Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines - June 9, 2012. This island hopping getaway is actually an annual event with my colleagues from college (University of San Carlos - USC Computer Engineering Batch 2011). Actually I had a last minute decision to come along with my friends to this known island destination in the province of Bohol. The island is part of the Municipality of Jetafe, it's around 30-45minutes boat ride from Punta Engano, Mactan Island, Cebu (docking area of boats used for the famous Cebu Island Hopping experience). We used to have the regular boat provider, Eris Tours but my dear friends decided to experience something new this time - an escapade with Islands Banca Cruise. Maybe they call it an "expensive activity" when you avail their services but trust me, it's really worth the rate. ;) You may refer to below photos taken on our way to Pandanon Island via Islands Banca Cruises (click photos to enlarge).
PHOTO: On our way to Pandanon Island, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: On our way to Pandanon Island, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: On our way to Pandanon Island, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: My friend enjoying the trip, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: Crystal clear water near Pandanon Island, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: On our way to Pandanon Island, courtesy of Islands Banca Cruises
PHOTO: Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Arrival at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Islands Banca docking at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
Prior that day, I was already informed ahead that there was an on-going event in the island, the so-called "Bohol WakeFest 2012", a wake-boarding activity which started at May and will end at June (one of the reasons why I decided to join this activity, haha). I envy those who have tried it (I wanted to try but there were already people who got a reservation for such activity), since the rates are OK: Php600 - Half Day activity and Php900 - Whole Day activity. But still, it was worth the visit there in the island because of its prestine white sand beach, the ambiance was really perfect for a group escapade (not so many tourists by that time). You may refer to below pictures taken at the Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines (click photos to enlarge).
PHOTO: White Beach at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Bohol WakeFest 2012 at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Bohol WakeFest 2012 at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Bohol WakeFest 2012 at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Bohol WakeFest 2012 at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Bohol WakeFest 2012 at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
A Video of Bohol WakeFest 2012 (Wakeboarding Festival)
PHOTO: The Ruins at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Swimming at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Jet-skiing at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: White sand beach at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Jump shot at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Jump shot at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Cottage at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Me at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Friends enjoying the prestine island of Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: My soslo jump shot at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Jump shot at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
PHOTO: Jump shot at Pandanon Island, Bohol, Philippines
It was a fun-filled day indeed at Pandanon Island. We had a short stop at Olanggo Island for some snorkeling and swimming on our way back to Island Banca port at Punta Engano, Mactan Island. You may refer to below photos (click pictures to enlarge).
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
PHOTO: Swimming at Olanggo Island
On our way back to Islands Banca Cruises docking station, I took these shots below, interesting views of Mactan Island at late afternoon. (click below photos to enlarge)
PHOTO: Afternoon view of Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines
PHOTO: Relaxing at Island Banca
PHOTO: Afternoon view of Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines
PHOTO: Afternoon view of Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines
PHOTO: Movenpick Hotel, beside Islands Banca Cruises docking station in Punta Engano, Mactan Island
Everything was definitely amazing as planned. Forget about the rates, the fun and excitement with your close friends will definitely make such experience a memorable one. Special thanks to Islands Banca Cruises for that nice service, job well done. Also to my USC CompE Batch 2011 colleagues for another remarkable escapade, til' next time guyz!
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Whenever I hear the place "Bohol", one of the most fascinating places that I can think of with this place is Panglao Island. I heard plenty of positive reviews about the subject, even local celebrities enjoyed its ambiance. It was a perfect plan to have my first night in Bohol spent in this amazing island. From my Antequera Escapade, we ride on a public vehicle on our way to Tagbilaran City. Here's the thing: we ride happily on top of a jeepney. :) What I love with this experience is that the driver did guarantee to the passengers on top that we will arrive safely in Tagbilaran City, speed limit is way to slow that made this trip a safe one. From the city, we ride again for another jeepney that would take us to Dumaluan Beach Resort, Panglao Island. And we arrived at the place around 8:00PM already. Here are my shots on the island the following day (upon sunrise).
Captivating sunrise at Panglao Island, Tagbilaran City on the opposite side
My Friend's Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000 (FYI: Just dummy model)
Another amazing view of the Sunrise at Panglao Island.
Panglao Island Beach Resort at morning.
Crystal clear white sand beach at Panglao Island
One of the best resorts in Panglao Island, offering wide white sand beach
I already posted about my Bohol Philippines Escapade, particularly at Tubigon, Antequera & Mag-Aso Falls. This time, I'll be sharing to you all more exciting & amazing places in Bohol. If you are planning to have a vacation or visit in Bohol, these places are highly recommended & you should not dare to miss! It took us 1 whole day to visit all this places (we rent a van just to have this tour, quite affordable when you're plenty. Plus, you all have the freedom on which places to visit). See my shots below taken last October 29-31, 2011. Enjoy!
Arrival at Hinagdanan Cave entrance
Inside Hinagdanan Cave
Inside Hinagdanan Cave, water stream as well
Panglao Island - View from bridge connecting it to Tagbilaran City
Tagbilaran City - View from bridge connecting it to Tagbilaran City
Bohol Beach - view at Blood Compact Site
The Blood Compact Monument
Me & friends at the Blood Compact Monument
Bell-tower of Baclayon Church, Bohol
Another view of Baclayon Church, Bohol
Inside Baclayon Church, Bohol
Me & friends at Baclayon Church, Bohol
Each color of the candle corresponds to a certain stuff in life
Proning - Bohol's Largest Python
On our way to Loboc River
Me & friends on our way to Loboc River
Hanging Bridge along Loboc River
Flash not allowed in Tarsier Conservation Area in Bohol
This Baby Tarsier is sleepy?
This Tarsier wants to play?
This tarsier is thinking?
Me at Bohol's Man-made Forest
A Chocolate Hill
Me surrounded by Chocolate Hills
The famous Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines
Strike a pose, Chocolate Hills behind
Me at Sagbayan Peak Waterpark
Calape Church, Bohol, Philippines
On our way to Cabilao Island
Cabilao Island, Bohol
Sunset view at Cabilao Island. Argao, Cebu on the other side.
My Friends do swimming at Cabilao Island
Goodbye Cabilao Island!
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