Showing posts with label Holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Holidays. Show all posts

September 7, 2014

Buddha's Surf Resort Siargao, Phillippines

After booking our tickets to Siargao through Cebu Pacific's Piso fare, I spent whole night looking for a place to stay in Siargao. Since it will be my first time there and none of my friends can actually give me a good tips about there so I had to do a research on my own.

So all my search lead me to Buddha's. So I inquired and made a reservation online by emailing them. I booked the superior room with breakfast at P 2650.00 per night. I initially booked for 3 nights only, then our flight was re-booked so I had to add another 1 night.

At the airport we were greeted by the driver with my name on the sign board. It was a good idea to book your airport transfer as I don't notice any public vehicle around the airport. The trip from the airport to the resort is almost 1 hour at 60/km drive. At the resort, we were greeted by the staff with all smiles that will make you feel really welcome. As you enter, there bar is on the right side, a place to a volleyball and a little walk will be 5 room building. Ours was the only room on the second floor. After the staff showed us our room, about 5 minutes our welcome drinks was serve. Too bad I was not able to enjoy it as it has a cola. I don't drink cola.

Birthday boy playing candy crush

This is the view from our room. The place is well maintained and very clean. The green grounds where you can play or just relax at the hammocks. You can play badminton here, you can borrow rackets at the bar. 

Our room was big and very spacious. I didn't had the to take a picture though but it was really neat. It has its own walk in closet so no need worry about cluttered clothes all over. The bathroom was also huge. Mattress is very comfortable plus the very large flat screen TV is our favourite. The room is quite pricey from but from the amenities and the service I receive from staff. It was all worth it.

Aside from the excellent accommodation, the food at Buddha's Surf Resort Siargao was the best and is a must try. They serve one of the best sandwiches I have ever tasted. There Angus beef burger and Tuna Sandwich was really delicious. The only downside is that the serving time which takes longer than usual. But it was all worth the wait. You should also try their Burrito and Curry. My bf loves their curry.



Surprisingly, the internet connection in Siargao is pretty good. I didn't have problems doing my work while I was there. Also, Cloud 9 is a bit far (2.5 km) from the resort, but you can rent a motor bike.


It was fun staying here. :)

September 7, 2013

Hof Gorei Resort, Samal

Category: Travel
Destination: Samal Island, Davao

It was my birthday treat for my BF's birthday. Thanks to Cebu Pacific's piso fares for making it happen. I booked 2 tickets to Davao for his birthday and stayed in Samal Island for 2 nights.

After doing a research whole night on where to stay in Samal, we finally decided to stay in Hof Gorei. We booked the Romantic Getaway Package which is P3500 each. Bookings were very easy and the customer service who attended to our queries via email was prompt and accommodating.

We arrived at Davao Airport at 8:00 AM so we ate our breakfast first while waiting for the time to pass since the boat transfer from Davao to Samal will arrive at 10:00 AM. From the Airport, we rode a taxi going Sta. Ana wharf. Mind you, the wharf has no place for waiting passengers. If you go there earlier than your scheduled time, you may need to deal with the heat of the sun plus the dusty atmosphere coming from trucks loading and unloading products. Not to include the persistent pearl sellers.

So finally our boat has arrived. The trip going to the resort took almost an hour. So better bring with you some foods to eat while on board. At the resort wharf, we are greeted with our personal butler with our drinks and our cool towels. That was nice! After sightseeing for a while, I noticed how clear the sea is. You can see the ocean life clearly.

Our villa was a few meters from the beach. I really like the atmosphere there. The place is perfect for couples who want to spend time relaxing with themselves. The place is free from any noise of the city life. Beach with white sand is so adorable, you can set your breakfast, lunch or dinner there if you want for a romantic feel. Rooms are quite spacious, with a separate toilet and bath and a private veranda. And foods are so delicious. It's worth to mention specially their Tinolang Manok, my favorite among the foods we have ordered.

The downside on this resort however is the internet. I really had a problem connecting to the internet as a result, I was not able to work most of projects while there. Internet connection is only available on the wharf area that is about 100 meters away from the resort. The connection too is not stable.

Also, if you are staying here, the price is 3 times higher than the regular price but don't worry, they accept major credit cards so you don't have to worry if you have no cash with you. Also, no grocery stores or ATMs nearby.

Island hopping was included in our package. It was a whole day activity. We were lucky we are only 2 groups to have Island Hopping that day and the other couple was also cool. The whole day activity felt more romantic and exclusive because there are only few people on board. Less noise and possible annoying individuals. :) The only thing I was disappointed with during that day was food. I didn't know I have to pay for it and was charged almost P1000 for that. If I would have known that, I should have ate more or ordered the ones that I love to eat on the beach.

But overall, my Hof Gorei stay was memorable and worth every penny I have paid for. Thanks to Micoy our personal butler who attended to our needs during our stay.

Samal Island, Snorkeling
Crystal Blue Water
Hof Gorei Beach Front
It was fun to be there!

December 26, 2012

Merry Christmas 2012


Merry Christmas!

I am glad I went shopping for presents. It wouldn’t be that fun if I didn’t. It’s a joy seeing them laughing while seeing opening their gifts. Of course, I didn’t forget to wrap for myself. J


I got myself, Mom and Sister-in-law a Terranova pull over. I was tempted to buy the Buy 2 Take the 3rd one for 65 pesos. I bought bro a file manager for his messy papers in his workshop. I got condiment bottles for my Cook brother, a Fender picks for younger brother and the new phone for paps. I decided to give it as a Christmas present instead of letting him borrow the money to buy coz I know, he will not pay either. (Hahaha!) BF got a tshirt when I visited him in Cebu. Got toys for the kids. And BF gave me new Lee Cooper polo. Can’t wat to wear that! :D

It's not about the presents though, it's about giving back to the people who cared for you! That just my way of saying thank to my family. 


December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas 2011!

Merry Christmas everyone! Hoped everyone have enjoyed their Christmas this year.

Hmmm. For me this year, I enjoyed shopping gifts for my family and kids. This is the first time I have spent too much buying gifts for everyone. Though it's expensive, but I have enjoyed purchasing them. hahah. It's better to give than to receive right? And now I feel my card is worn out and exhausted from swiping on the POS and so as my little savings. J

This is also the first time I saw our Christmas tree with this number of gifts. hehehe.

Less food but more gifts for everyone this year! But as long as family is complete and healthy and everyone is merry, that’s all that matters!

SM Cebu Northwing
Anyways, Merry Christmas everyone!

New year is coming up, what are your new year’s resolutions?

December 21, 2011

Early Christmas Present

I just got my early Christmas present from my sweet baby love, KC.


It’s a chocovoron in an Ice cream cone. Hahaha. I think the last time I ate something like this was when I was still in my elementary years. Mom gave it to me this morning. After simbang gabi, she stopped by at my aunt’s house and KC give told her to give this to me. The kid gave her 2 of this and told to give the other one to Kuya Epe too (my boyfriend), but mom refused and said Kuya Epe is not here but still in Cebu. I just don’t know why this kid always looking for his Kuya Epe. KC is the sweetest kid I have known in my entire life. That’s why everybody in our house loves her. KC and my BF are also close with each other.

Thank you KC! Love you baby!!

July 5, 2011