Travel Diary and VLOG: Year End Trip in Bantayan Island Cebu

As the year 2019 comes to an end we were all busy with work, the holiday spirit possessed me and my friends by thinking of something that we could do together before we will have our holiday break with our families.

It was a good morning conversation in our group chat when we all decided to go to Bantayan Island in Cebu to have our year-end trip for five days! Sounds like we were tired of the North Luzon beach getaway for just over a weekend.

So we booked our flights that day and accommodation. I was excited because my friends from Manila will be going to Cebu once again and some are first-timer visiting the island.

Hagnaya Port - Ferry Ride

After a three to four hours bus ride, we arrived at Hagnaya Port where we will embark on the ferry for another two hours trip to the island.

Kota Beach Resort

This resort became popular when it was the location shoot for the movie "Camp Sawi" also known as "where do broken hearts go camp" but then we are not heartbroken, actually not all. So the resort decided to remove the Camp Sawi signage at their entrance to refrain non-guests to flocked in and having photoshoots a few years ago.

We booked two rooms.

Motorcycle Rental

We rented a motorbike for PHP300/day as our transport around the town. Joy is a local from Bantayan Island and hasn't been home for a long time since she became based in Manila for work. It was so refreshing for her to be at home and embraced being an island girl once again.

Virgin Island in Bantayan

It was 2013 when the last time I stepped in this island when there were no enough cottages, no stores to buy your drinks and food and other cliff diving spots to jump off with. So when I went there, the island is more on the touristy feels and no longer virgin for me because of the new photo opts spots, tables and cottages, toilets, stores and entrance fee that you have to pay once you entered the island.

The Ruins

It was my first time to visit this spot because whenever I visit Bantayan Island, I just stayed at the beach because that's what we came for after five hours of travel. So it was a good side trip to sight when you on a road trip with friends.

Mangrove Farm

We spent our sunset session in this area where it was quiet and scary because of the mangroves. It was a great location for some photo opts too because Camp Sawi signage is there! HAHA

And there is also a Camp Wagi signage which means you are a "winner!" for all aspects of your life.

Here's the VLOG of our trip. Thanks to Quinan for the video! Keep it up!

So Fine as Pineapples

The beach is always the best escape from the city life. That is why I am lucky that Cebu is always my go to. Not as my get away, but to visit home where my family. In Cebu, you will never go wrong with Bantayan Island for white sand and clear blue water to relax and enjoy swimming. I don't mind traveling for four hours for this paradise.

Everything has been so fine, just like these pineapples printed on my swimsuit from Light in the Box. Do you know that this is reversible swimsuit? I can wear this to my another beach trip. A must have for a girl who loves going to the beach. 

Swimsuit by: Light in the Box

See you again, Bantayan Island.
Read my previous post here.

I can't wait to for my getaway in another paradise soon.

Have a great day everyone!

xx

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Camp Saya at Kota Beach Bantayan Island

Last month, I went home to Cebu for my braces adjustment (expensive ha) but really also to visit the family and bond with them. We went to our hometown last April and unfortunately, the weather was raining during our entire stay and we left without enjoying the beach. Cries. We decided to catch up with waves again so I hurriedly booked my tickets home. Everything was perfect. We went to Bantayan Island in Sta. Fe and stayed in Kota Beach, also known now as "Camp Sawi" a movie for those heartbroken that would like to forget everything about their past relationship. 

But I called it Camp Saya (happy) because everything was perfect when we went there the weather, the hues, the waves and I was traveling with my family. 

I am so happy that I finally wearing one of my new swimsuits from Light in the Box. I really love their online shop. They have the perfect collection of all seasons! Got my winter clothes when I was in Japan, spring dress when I was in Taiwan and now swimsuit for summer. 

I love the details of this swimsuit.

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Style blogger @jewelclicks featured her LightInTheBox bikini ($8.09) on her island vacay. 💙 On LightInTheBox site or app, search “4808322” for it - $8.09.

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Have a great day everyone! 

xx

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Maximize Your Stay at Maxwell Hotel Cebu

Let's get real here: Long weekends are all we wanted since the start of the calendar year we plan already what are we going to do and where to go for a long weekend. But what if you only have a weekend? Oh well! That's not a problem.

Whenever I travel, to maximize my time I always scheduled everything from my arrival until a few hours before going back to reality Manila. Now that I am based in Manila, Cebu is now my sweet escape from stress and break from work.

Simple, Clean and Affordable

This 2-Star hotel perfect for business trip and weekend trip offers a great service and relax staycation.

They have a fast internet connection! Issa can catch up with her work online.

Facilities

Conference rooms for events.

Deck! I wish they had a mini bar here at night and chill. :)

Great Location

Are you planning to visit Cebu for Sinulog 2017? :) The Maxwell Hotel is a two-star hotel strategically located along N. Escario Street, Cebu City. It is within walking distance of the city's newest lifestyle and dining destinations.

Relax

You can book an appointment for massage, room service at Agua Spa. Gosh, I felt so relaxed when I had my massage in the room.

Good Food

You will never feel hungry if you want to eat without going out of their premises. They have Lechon Belly that is open for 24hours! YES!

Spicy Lechon

eat your heart out!

Ola Restobar

I just discovered Ola Restobar! Oh my gosh, this restobar is perfect for an intimate date with your special someone. They are now serving breakfast for hotel guests. Which I missed, but I enjoyed their good food.

Look how I excited I am. 

Siesta after dinner

Philippine School of Culinary of Arts

Hotel guests will have their breakfast at the cafeteria located on the 3rd floor.

Since I missed Cebu so much, I ordered Danggit and bacon for Issa hahaha 

Highly recommended to friends who are planning to have their trip in Cebu.

I love their personalized service. I enjoyed my stay. I will definitely come back!
Explore their website and discover what The Maxwell Hotel can offer you!

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