Club Paradise In Coron, Palawan
I love nature… I love beach… I love the feeling of sand on my feet, walking and smell the sea breeze. Whew! Its summer again in the Philippines, school vacation and most family will take their vacation. I’ve been to Club Paradise in Coron, Palawan last year. Too bad that I’m active to moblog and not to “real” blogging. It didn’t cross my mind that someday, I’ll be needing more pictures to show the world the beauty of Palawan.
A mere 60 minutes by plane southwest from Manila, and another 60 minutes ride by land and by sea is the 19-hectare island of Dimakya, home to Club Paradise. This island resort, blessed with 700 meters stretch of sun kissed talcum soft white beach and turqoise waters, serves as a sanctuary to a wide array of unique flora and fauna. – taken from Club Paradise website
We took the Asian Spirit flight, from Manila to Busuanga (Coron). Their price are much better compared to other airlines and they have once a day, 5 days a week Manila – Busuanga -Manila flight. There is also a Php 200.00 terminal fee to pay in Manila, a Php 10.00 terminal fee at Busuanga, and a Php 150.00 charge for ground transportation, via jeepney, from the Busuanga airport into Coron town. 
This was the picture I’ve taken when we were on the ferry before we land at Dimakya Island. Its really a paradise even looking from afar, no wonder they named it “Club Paradise”. My sister in law invited us there, actually, she wanted to visit Amanpulo, the most expensive resort in the Philippines. Food and accomodation at Club Paradise is not cheap and in dollar rates but its really worth the single centavo. My youngest son even told me that he wants to live there and don’t want to go home. The Club Paradise Restaurant offers sumptous Filipino, Asian and International Cuisine usually served buffet style.
If you’ve been to Boracay, the first thing you will notice is the sand. They’re almost the same, fine and white sand. The only difference is… you can’t walk barefooted on Palawan sand at noon when the sun is high. Sand in Boracay is always cold.
See the evidence? They never get tired. We’ve just finished swimming, dressed already and waiting for dinner at 7pm but insisted on playing on the sand. LOL
We’ve stayed at Seaview Deluxe Cottage fronting the Sunrise beach and you can see “Islang Walang Lang-Aw”, a small beautiful island and a romantic getaway. The water current of the beach in our place is not ideal for swimming but a good place to explore. From the cottage via wooden bridge is the best place to snorkle, delight your eyes with beautiful underwater sea creatures, see Nemo in action. After seeing the map, I just learned now that the area is prohibited from swimming and snorkling, it is the protected area for dugong.
Calauit Island Wildlife Sanctuary is a boat away from the island. How come I didn’t know that? There are many activities you can explore at Club Paradise… billiards, table tennis and dart boards are available at the club house at noon time. I got excited when I saw James Patterson’s picture at the club house’ bulletin board, he’s my favorite author. He was there few years ago. Sayang!
If you don’t want to miss any news back home or office, make sure that you are using smart sim. My cellphone is useless with globe simcard in the island. You can buy a smart sim at Aqua Sports Center for php 300.
I’m hoping someday that I could come back and explore more places in Palawan. I don’t want to be a tourist in my own country.
Misa Para Sa Katotohanan
“Only the truth, not lies and deceits will set our country free. This truth challenges us now to communal action. – Juan 8:32″
“The truth is our Perpetual Help.”
On the occasion of the 22nd Anniversary of Edsa People Power Revolution, I’ve attended “Misa Para Sa Katotohanan” held in Our Lady of Perpetual Help church in Baclaran. I was there early before the mass started, many people were there already. Some of them looks like that they came from different places or they belong to the rallyists. Streamers were everywhere indicating their anguish with the present government. Overall, there were many private individuals including me.
Its totally different from the usual mass I’ve attended here, I can’t compare it to novena mass every Wednesday either. Security is impressive, some gates were closed and people are not allowed to come near the altar where Jun Lozada and President Cory Aquino were sitted. The choir sang different church songs intended for the occasion. People clapped their hands when Fr. Joseph mentioned the presence of Jun Lozada and President Corazon Aquino. Fr. Joseph also stressed what happened during the Edsa Revolution, that it shouldn’t be forgotten especially now. We shouldn’t kept our silence to the government’s anomalies and corruption. The message was very well said. Where are we now?
*The last four pictures were taken by my son. Thanks.
Categories: Events Tags: church, people power, zte nbn
The Okray Award Goes To…
As I woke up, I saw and watch part of the Oscar Awards’ Live Telecast in the Philippines. Although I love watching movies, I’m not really interested with Oscar Awards or any movie awards. Today is the 22th Anniversary of Edsa Revolution and a non working holiday. A good timing for those who want to stay at home and watch the Oscar Awards night in Hollywood.
It just so happen that to commemorate the People Power Revolution, cause oriented groups in Cebu will be having their “Okray” Awards for corrupt Government Officials. “Okray” is a popular Filipino slang word which roughly means to demean or criticize.
The nominees for…
The “Best Corruptor/Corruptress” award – President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, Former Presidents Joseph Estrada and Fidel Ramos.
The “Best Corrupter” award – former Commission on Election Chairman Benjamin Abalos Sr., Maguindanao election officer Lintang Bedol and former election commissioner Virgilio Garcillano.
The “Bootlickers” award – House Speaker Prospero Nograles, Press Secretary Ignacio Bunye, Philippine National Police Director General Avelino Razon and Presidential Management Staff head Cerge Remonde.
The “Missing Link” special award – former National Economic and Development Authority (Neda) and now Commission on Higher Education (Ched) chairman Romulo Neri.
“Star of the Year” awards – ZTE-NBN deal star witness Rodolfo “Noel” Jun Lozada Jr. and “Hello, Garci” controversy witness Vidal Doble.
The award goes to…
Categories: Lifestyle Tags: okray award
The Two's Of Edsa Revolution 22nd Anniversary
Priorities always comes first and made me impossible to update my blog but there’s no way that I will not make a post regarding the 22th Anniversary of Edsa Revolution. Something odd with my title? Nah…
22 years ago, February 25, 1986, President Ferdinand Marcos was ousted by People’s Power on his 20th year regime. The majority of the demonstrations took place at Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, better known as EDSA, involving over 200,000 Filipinos which later on became 1 to 3 million Filipinos. The revolution occurred from February 22 to 25 in 1986. That was “first” Edsa Revolution. February as the 2nd month of the year. This year 2008 marks the 22th year anniversary.
The Edsa Revolution 2, also called as EDSA Dos or Edsa II happened in 2001 also made the People Power overthrew President Joseph Ejecito Estrada involving him with the Jose Velarde case. He was succeeded by then Vice President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
There are 2 Presidents removed in their presidential position by the people power, President Marcos and President Estrada. Based on GMA’s past strategies, she almost imposed “martial law” and that made her the 2nd President/Dictator. I don’t think that there will be another Edsa Revolution despite the present political situation we have now. Most Filipinos support and believe that Jun Lozada is telling the truth about the ZTE Broadband Deal involving the First Gentleman Mike Arroyo and other political figures of corruption. People are sick and tired of GMA Government. She should resign now and let the people decide in a Snap Election. But please… no to “trapo” and “rigodon”.
Where are we now after 22 years? What kind of future our kids will have? Think about it.
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Social Climbing Logo Contest by Reyna Elena
Pinoy’s Social Climbing “Queen”, Reyna Elena launched a contest to filipino blog community. Social Climbing Logo Contest have 5 five contestants and they are already sure winners! Voting is officially open and these are my votes.
According to Reyna Elena, these entries are subject to public humilation. ahehe… Oh, well… I love most of the entries but I have to vote the best among the entries. Logo entries above are my chosen entries, from left to right.
- 1st choice goes to itot54joni = 5 points vote. Whew!
- 2nd choice goes to kotsengkuba = 4 points
- 3rd choice goes to ambo = 3 points
- 4th and 5th choice goes to chuva with 2 and 1 vote respectively
All entries are indeed impressive. It just so happen that I haven’t heard of the contest. I even saw manilenya logo for that contest. I guess, she’s too late to join the contest. To our generous Reyna, more contests to come. ahehe…
