Tina, Luzette, Doug and I tried the Rock Climbing wall in D Wall at D Mall in Boracay, this is my very first shot at climbing (April 2009). Glad to make it to the top and got to rang the bell, it was quite windy! P 50 / USD 1 per climb. If you beat the fastest climbers record, it’s free!
Rock climbing with Doug and Kolbie at Patio Pacific in Boracay last May 2009. I think it was P 300(USD 7) or P350 (USD 8.50) for an all day climb here. This is just my second time to rock climb. First was at D’Wall also in Boracay at D’ Mall which was just P 50/USD 1.20 (1 time climb). That was easier, even a grade schooler can do it.
Yes, I reached the top! Thanks to Doug who guides and encourages me all the time.
For those who seriously want to pursue rock climbing, you can learn more on the ABC’s of Rockclimbing here such as how to tie climbing knots.
It took Five (5) Different Cebu Pacific Flight Batches from Manila to Caticlan and 1 Ceres Bus Trip from Kalibo before the entire family and close friends became complete in Boracay.
My Mom and i was on the same flight, while my sister Rich and Gracie on another, but just 30 minutes apart last Feb 14, yeah it was a Boracay Family Valentine. Then the following day, friends Karla, Pamela and Sheryl arrived at 630am in Caticlan Airport, followed by Madel, Rene, Yen and Kyle, then Kalibo Party of Tita Laurie, Feby, Ansel, Clane, Lara, Bel, Doods and Samantha came before lunch time. Lastly, Kuya Bong, Ate Jane, Jaepher and Chrysha at 3pm flight..whew!!!
My family and I took 3 Villas at Nirvana Garden Villas, Rene and Company at BNB Resort, then the rest to friends houses. We just gathered together for swimming and meals. It was really a blast… Both of our resorts are all great places for families. Spacious rooms and living areas for kids to move around.
Boracay offers a really great place for fun, relaxation, quality time for the family. It has something to offer for all ages, shapes and interests. 
Boracay Stations took care of all our bookings. We usually swim at Station one, near the Willy’s Rock, at times at Pearl of the Pacific. We like it there because the sand is finest, and kids enjoy creating castles.
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Tags: Boracay, cebu pacific, great vacations, kalibo, willy's 
No Comments »Boracay, is my second home and i love it. It may be the same island, but always a different adventure and experience when i go. I feel so blessed to have discovered going to this island during high school, a lot of our family vacations was spent here.
This particular stay was at Willy’s Beach Club, located at Station 1, right across the Willys’ Rock (Grotto) which they also own. Their promo rate was P 12,000 for the 3 nights/4 (SINGLE occupancy in the room, meaning just me sleeping in the room) days which included daily breakfast and 1 dinner at Willy’s or at Club Paraw. My room had a good view of he ocean from the veranda. Nice Shower area, comfortable big beds, very nice friendly staff. It also included escorted Airport- Resort Land(willy’s nice van), boat transfers and terminal fees. I was satisfied with my stay. Hmmm… maybe i should start writing Boracay Resort, and restaurant reviews.
Enjoyed the Salads and wine at Aria along the beach front in D’Mall, as well as the Mint Shake and Nicoise Salad at Lemon Cafe. Salad is about P 250.00 and fruit share about P 130.00
A must visit for Fruit Shakes is at JONAH’s at the STation 1, Luzette and I went there and saw Gilbert Remulla and Angel Aquino with some other friends, they were quite very busy on their cellphones while on vacation very hard working tv personalities. I had Avocado Shake, i usually like combining mango and chocolate or pinaapple and banana. Fruit shake is about P 80.00 for single fruit, P 110 for mixed fruit.
The beachfront transforms to a line of buffet restaurants at night, offering all kinds of food, Mongolian, a lot of grilled seafoods, steaks, international dishes to satisfy your palate. We ate at Paradise Grill, Liehevol (both at D’Mall) some other restaurants i no longer remember the name lol… In Paradise grill, its not a buffet, you have to choose and buy fish, vegetables or whatever by grams then you select how you want them to cook it for you. Shake Servings are really huge, you can get full with it. Buffet is usually P 285 per person, excluding drinks.
Richie said she feels like her tummy will already explode with all the food lol!
notice how big Tina’s chocolate shake is!
Island Hopping and Snorkeling is always fun for me, we usually go to different spots , this time it was right across the new Shangrila Boracay Resort. Island hopping boat is usually 4 hours with snorkeling, at P 1,800 for up to 5 passengers. The latest i did was the Reef Walk.
Boracay is a wonderful place we are enjoying, so if you happen to be there, and see some trash, lets try to do some help to preserve the beauty and cleanliness of the island by picking up some junk food wrap on the shore. Guys, if you happen to see any trash on the shore, please do take part, pick it up and throw it in a trash can. tnx
Look at the fish trying to swim, let’s keep the beach clean.
Btw, for a great place to stay in Station 1, where the sand is finest and usually resorts are most pricey, that will not cost you much, try Boracay Breeze, its just a minute walk to the beach front yet the price is really really friendly, you will save 50% on hotel cost yet you are at station 1.
I took this shot from the plane, Cebu Pacific Air via Caticlan last March 10, 2009. Boracay is located in Malay, Aklan in Panay. The island is about 7 kilometers long, with a very long white sand beachfront of 4 kilometers on one side alone.
We (my family and friends) have been using Cebu Pacific for several years now. It was always Philippine Airlines then. Â We switched to Cebu Pacific because of the lower pricing, its fine even if they don’t serve snacks, the price difference was very significant specially that we travel in groups. Â
My friend Julie alone had 24 flights with Cebu Pacific this year, i only had about 20 ( 1 of which was via Pal Express Air from Caticlan to Manila). Most of those flights were bound to Boracay. We have probably taken more than 100 flights (counting those of my family this year).
Our most recent flights were already FREE courtesy of Cebu Pacific Air, we enjoyed flights to Boracay, Manila and Cebu this last quarter. During the early part of this  year, the flights were always late, there was one time when they already had to serve us lunch because the plane was later for more then four (4) hours alread, but as time passed, by the end of the year as i write, our flights has been ON TIME. Â
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Boracay Philippines favorite destination
My favorite destination, BORACAY, seems to be the favorite of a lot of locals too, being on Yahoo Philippines Top searches for 2008. The Top search is American idol, second is already Boracay.
I took 8 round trip flights to the island this year, 7 of which via Cebu Pacific Air and 1 via Pal Express Air, 3 days as the shortest and 30 days being the longest stay.Â
Five (5) things i like about Boracay?
1. The Beach – since i first set foot in Boracay in 1989, i immediately fell in love with the place and kept coming each time i could during summertime, and eventually it became an annual family destination. Water is crystal clear blue, i could see my feet and some fish even im standing on water up to my neck high. And when i swim at night, and i waggle my hands on the water, it seems to glitter. And the sand doesn’t get hot even on broad day light, playing anytime of the day on sand is alright. Until today, the beach continous to allure me, and many from Korea, Taiwan, Europe and the United States.
2. The Food – seafoods are really fresh, i remember my cousins waking early to wait for fishermen coming in their boats with baskets of catch. Now that fishermens no longer dock on the beach front, you have to go to the market already. Now, there is already a really wide variety of international cuisines on the four kilometer stretch beach. There is Filipino (of course), Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Morrocan, Indian, American, Mexican, Italian, Norwegian Cuisines and more.Â
3. WaterSports – back then, it was only boating and speed boating, now? there are a lot of water sports to enjoy, like Banana Boat Ride, Jetski, Diving, Parasailing, Speed Boating, Wake Boarding, Kite Boarding and so much more.
4. Night Life – There is no nightlife like Boracay as some foreigners would say. Bars line up the beach front walk way, with techno, disco, reggae, live bands, folk singers and more while you enjoy some rhythm and hues. Our favorite is Summer Place in station2 .
5. Resorts – The kind of resort you stay at depends on your needs. There are budget resorts, luxury, backpackers, family room resorts and more to choose from. I have stayed in more than a couple dozen resorts already.  Almost each time i go, we stay in a different resort, in different stations (Boracay has there major stations, which are stations 1, 2 and 3). My family
Station 3 - is located on the left side of the Island which is mostly part of Manoc Manoc. Resorts here are mostly on the lower priced rooms. My family stayed in La Isla Bonita a number of times, and we get about 4 – 5 rooms here.
Stations 2 – is located on the middle, mostly part of Brgy. Balabag , a lot of new resorts are here, price are also very reasonably priced, this is where D Mall can also be found, D Mall is where the mini marts, restaurants, souvenir stores are.  This area is the most dense at any given time. I stayed in Giulius Resort in this area, near the Tourist Center
Station 1 – located on the left side of the island, this is where the sand is really finest, like powder. Most of the resorts here are quite pricey (but not all). This is where i like to stay the most. I stayed one month at Boracay Breeze Resort, the castle like resort near the Willy’s Rock.Â
To go to Boracay, you can go by boat of by plane. By boat its a 13 hours or so ride from the Pier in Manila, or yuo can take the RORO (bus to Batangas, then Boat from Batangas to Caticlan).
By plane its about 45 minutes via Cebu Pacific Air, Pal Express Air, Seair and Zest Air. Airfare is about P 3,500 and up round trip.
Resort Accomodation is about P 1,000 and up at Station 3. P 2,000 and up at Station 2 and P 3000 and up at Station 1. There are hotel rooms as much as $300-500 per night.
Condominium hotels are also an excellent investment in the Island. There is Alta Vista De Boracay, Crown Regency, The Pearl Residences and The Shambala among others.
Come and enjoy Boracay…
Posted in Arelle, Boracay, Boracay Life, boracay food Tags: alta vista, Boracay, boracay stations, Crown Regency, station 1, station 2, station 3 No Comments »June 27, 2008
BoracayStations, Inc. SEC registration is out and we are all very excited to launch our boracay online reservation website what would offer the best service in getting a cheap to luxurious accommodations in the island.
The next thing is to secure the Mayor’s Permit and the BIR registration and we are good to go. As of June 18, 2008, we have partnered with 112 Resorts in Boracay and counting.
It has been a great experience talking to Resort Managers and having photo/video shoots.
I feel like I’ve stayed in all those resorts…its just lovely…Each resort has it’s own uniqueness. Some are in the beachfront and some are not but all has its own charm that has been very inviting to tourists worldwide.
I personally like Boracay Breeze because it’s reasonably priced and located at Station 1. It’s not in a beachfront, rather a minute walk away but I don’t mind, it gives me the quiet night I need after a full day.
I also like Boracay Terraces because it has a very good view of the ocean and the beach front is really impressive, very powdery and fine white sand and crystal clear blue waters greet you at your window. It’s very private too, located at an enclave part of the island.
Nigi Nigi is Julie and Gerard’s favorite resort, as Julie put’s it, you just have to tumble and you are already on the water. It’s a nice beach front resort, where we spent several dining together and had our laughters. I still remember the bailey’s with the Razo’s.
Grand Vista is so far the grandest I’ve seen that’s perfect for honeymooners, it has a breathtaking view of the ocean from any suite room, and from the Swimming pool compensates for it not being in the beachfront. They have an hourly transport to the main beach so going for a swim there is not a problem.
Giulius Bamboo Italian Resort is great too, it’s totally brand new with nicely done rooms with Queen Size bed, Superior Rooms with two Big Beds and even a 2 Bedroom loft for families who want some space. They are offering 50% off as Promo, as low as P 1,500 per night which is really a bargain.
In whatever Boracay Station you would like to stay in, im sure there is something that fits your preference.
 I’m blessed to work in this beautiful Island, Boracay. I’ve been enjoying this view daily.
I took this beach front shot at Boracay Terraces last June 2, 2008. Boracay has always been our best choice for family vacations. Bigger and new hotels are opening up year after year. When i started going to Boracay in the early 90′s, it was mostly just Nipa Huts but now, luxurious Villas have sprouted, the island is now a favorite luxury vacations destination especially among honeymooners.
I have been staying at Boracay Breeze since May 26, and its been a great stay…
Located just a minute walk away to the Beach front. I highly recommend it. It’s also very near Club Paraw and Cocomangas Bar and Restaurant for a great evening chill.
Start Slide Show with PicLens Lite May 26, 2007 I’ve been wanting to really make my website a real journal (and not an advertising thing lol,which is what it has been lately) of what’s keeping me busy and to also attempt to document my real estate internet selling progress. Now that i really have no much choice but to hang around where im sitting, i thought i might as well get back to blogging.
Im currently at the domestic airport terminal listening to Almighty Praise Album on my laptop to start my journal, enroute to my usual monthly trip to Boracay Island. As usual, Cebu Pacific is late, but the wait seems to be getting shorter, improving hahaha.
O Oh,I just heard an announcement that goes something like, “Flight Cebu Pacific 5J 343 bound for Kalibo aircraft will be delayed due to late arrival of turnaround aircraft. The new expected time of departure will be 5: 10pm (instead of 4:20) We apologize for the delay.” I have been hearing this in the last few flights too, bound for Tacloban and Bacolod. I dont know if this is something that’s an everyday thing, but it seems to me it is. I remember in my January flight this year along with my Mom, ate Janet and Nelson, it was 3 or 4 hours delayed apparently for the same reason. My friend who were bound for Cebu with her fiancee was also delayed that day, (its my first time to meet her Irish soon to be husband). It was too long delayed that Cebu Pacific gave us Free Jollibee Lunch. Then in Feb, when i was travelling with friend Julie, the flight was delayed for two hours too. Same thing happened on May 3 (my supposed April trip) they were delayed for more than an hourl. From 3 or 4, down to 2, then 1, now 40 minutes…that’s a development isnt it? hehe…
Oh by the way, since im travelling alone this time, and no one to share my load of luggage with, i paid P800 on excess baggage, its P 50/kilo including VAT 
In fairness, i still enjoy taking Cebu Pacific flights because of convenience in buying tickets, i just have to print my ticket and check in, and not have to pass by the ticketing office upon arrival at the airport unlike when i ride Philippine Airlines. It seems cheaper by a thousand or two also. Its just that they dont offer snacks free with the ticket, but they do sell at P 50 per meal and drink onboard in case one gets hungry. PAL goes with a drink and bread. Well, i don’t mind, i usually eat before travelling. Cebu Pacific does some programs of ‘Bring me” or “Question and Answer” on board and give out a few prices to the winners.
It’s 18 minutes to 5:10pm yet. I hope there will be no more further delays. Because when i arrive in Kalibo Airport, i still have to take a van to Caticlan for an hour and 30 minutes, and that means i have to take a 15 minute boat ride at night time which i dont really prefer, I don’t like being in the water in the dark. Il be fetch in Caticlan so travelling on boat scares me less knowing i have someone i know with me. Well, im just thinking right now, that when I reach Boracay Island, a great dinner is up along the lively beach front. Oh no….as of this writing this very minute, another announcement just came out saying something like, “Passengers bound for Kalibo on Flight 5J 343 will be delayed, your new expected time of departure is at 5:35 p.m, please remain inside the departure area and wait for further announcement. Please accept our apologies for the delay, thank you”…
I just texted Richie who’s fetching me that il be delayed… I’m just glad that even if my flights get delayed, my Boracay trip has always been successful, so it’s all worth it. But to have an ontime flight would greatly add to the success! lol… Hey guys, if you are planning on getting a trip to Boracay soon, we are launching a Resort Online Reservation Website that will give the deals in room bookings on your resort of choice in Boracay.A lot of nice rooms are in the island, cheaper than you can find in most websites right now, primarily because a lot of smaller resorts doesn’t have a website to promote their rooms that are very friendly in pricing,watch out for it soon. It will be at BoracayStation.Com
We will help you find a room at lower and reasonable rates in a location that will best suit your boracay get away preference. Do you want something located at Station 1, Station 2 or 3? A room thats in the beachfront or the back (maybe 5 minutes walk to the beach front)? A room near party places? Budget Rooms, Transient Rooms? Long term stay cheap boracay rooms? Family-friendly rooms? (that offer facilities for baby bottle heating, etc.) Do you want something that’s very private away from the Crowd? Do you want a villa where you can do some cooking? A luxurious room with swimming pool? Name it and we will do our best to help and assist you. Well, i think that’s about it for now, im getting low bat.Mabuhay!
