Bumming around Boracay |
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In March 2003 I met up with a friend for a trip to Boracay island. Even though I was living in Japan at the time, I needed a more tropical and warm asian vacation. Boracay met my needs for the do-nothing-hang-about-in-the-sun-beach-getaway.
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The island is truly a small wonder. It's large enough to have a nice beach holiday but small enough to get bored quickly if you need to trek about and adventure. I stayed in three different hotels, none of which are anything special but all of which were facing the beach. If you love white sand beach and clean, decent facilities look no further than SEA WIND RESORT. This was indeed my favourite section of beach which was postcard picture perfect and away from the main tourist drag. Yet, it is close enough to walk to restaurants, shopping, etc. The walk is along beautiful white sand beach. I stayed at MIKA'S PLACE just long enough to find a cleaner place. Very dim lighting and a dank feel although on a very quiet beach called Diniwid Beach. The last hotel I stayed at (Angol Point) was chosen by my frugal friend and is not even worth describing as it was noisy, dark, and dank with a bathroom that left much to be desired. I would not recommend the tours on horseback for those inexperienced with horses. 10 minutes into my ride, my horse freaked out and the guides had to reign my horse in with the help of a kid who happened to be cycling by! Also watch out for the pesky monkeys at the horse outfit - one of the buggers swatted and tried to steal my camera. Boracay island really is best for those desiring a beach bum type of vacation. If you want lots of great local food, distinct local culture and 5-star hotels - go elsewhere. Thailand would be a far better choice for that set of criteria. Boracay happens to have my favourite white sand beach which is the only reason I will return. The clear, azure blue water is warm and a pleasant way to relax after sitting on the beach with a great book to read.
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WHITE BEACH and the walk toward DINIWID beach as there is a little winding path around a rock that separates it from the main tourist drag.
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renting a catamaran and getting a private tour around the island; seeing local children playing on the beaches; sunsets and evening walks along White Beach!
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SEA WIND hotel
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ARIA - for pizza
RED COCONUT - for lunch
TRUE FOOD - Indian cuisine
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Published on Tuesday March 21th, 2006 by hially
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