Archive for July, 2010

2July 30, 2010
Romblon: Exploring Carabao Island

So is Carabao Island the "emerging island paradise" that it claims to be? Well, visiting the island today it's hard to imagine that this island will ever become "the next Boracay". The San Jose beach is certainly beautiful, however the infrastructure on the island has a long way to go, and it will take a lot of investment for it to become a world class destination. Certainly if the planned international airport pushes through (some residents on the island are skeptical that it will) it will provide the boost needed to propel the island into the limelight.
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0July 29, 2010
Romblon: An Unexpected Side Trip at Lambingan Falls

Lambingan Falls are a beautiful series of cascades in the foothills of Guiting-Guiting, just north of the town o f Magdiwang. Its natural crystal clear pools are good for swimming while its cool and green surroundings are ideal for picnic.
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0July 17, 2010
Burdeos Attractions: Island Hopping Day 2

Exploring the islands around the remote municipality of Burdeos the previous day had been a very satisfying experience for us, as we enjoy exploring the off the beaten track as much as the well-trodden path. Secluded and unknown, our journey to Burdeos had been a challenging quest, but certainly not an inconvenience. Our first day [...]
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0July 12, 2010
Romblon: Aglicay Beach Resort

Aglicay Beach Resort is located just south of the town of Alcantara on the east coast of Tablas Island, which is part of the Romblon group of islands in the Philippines. It has its own private beach which is lovely although it has obviously been "engineered" somewhat to extend the sand back further inland from the water.
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0July 11, 2010
Mackay:Fishing at Pioneer River

Fishing is quite an obsession in Mackay. It seems to be a paradise for those who love fishing. Its unique location where the northern and southern fish species meet makes it a great place for salt and freshwater fishing. It amazes me how easy it is to find a good fishing destination around the area. [...]
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0July 10, 2010
Queensland: A Glimpse of Mackay

Spending a few days at Charles’ parents in Mackay, Queensland gave me a bit of a glimpse of how much the Aussies love the outdoors. Looking at the family’s photo albums revealed countless camping expeditions, bushwalks, treks and road trips which seemed to be a favorite pastime. Often times they spend their family gathering with [...]
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