“Work hard, More Savings, Travel, and
Repeat.”
Life is so beautiful, and Time is too precious to waste.
We are not getting any younger
and I always believe that there is more to life. Being happy is always a Choice and being miserable in life is
just an option. If you choose to be
happy then it’s time for you to “PA-EEG”!
Reward your hardwork, Go and Explore, Experience and getting around your
country, or even the whole world rather. Travel
is Life!
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| Waiting for our flight from Davao to Siargao |
Last
October 1, 2018, me and my sister, my best friend, my TL loves Jerika Arellano
decided to have an abrupt travel. So, we unanimously agreed to visit Siargao Island
for the second time! Below, you can see our Siargao
Island Budget Friendly Environmental Scanning for 5 Days and 4 nights.
First Day
Good
News! If you are from Davao – Philippine Airlines now has direct flights to
Siargao. Feel free to check the link below to catch promotional flights.
https://bookings.philippineairlines.com/flypal/AirLowFareSearchExternal.do?pos=PALCUI_SABRE&lang=enc
We
are so lucky that we were able to book Davao to Siargao flight, one-way ticket
for only P1,750 each, because we intend to experience all elements: Air,
Water, Earth, and Fire on the Dance Floor kidding! However, If flying is quite
expensive for your taste, then you can ride either the bus or van to Surigao
City. Fare is P570 (non-AC) ; P720 (AC) and travel could last up to 15Hrs. In
Surigao City, simply hop on a ferry to Dapa Port in Siargao Island.
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| We are now on board, Thank you PAL! |
From
Surigao City – Ride a ferry to Dapa Port in Siargao. There are trips available
daily with the earliest departing at 5:30AM and latest at 11AM. Fare ranges
from P220-P320 depending on the seats.
The Arrival:
Just
so you know, there are a lot of accommodations in Siargao range from the most
affordable backpacker’s hostels to luxury resorts, so you will have a lot to
choose from depending on your budget. Given that in mind, I highly recommend
The Moonlight HomeStay
"The service was excellent! Stayed for 3 nights. Breakfast is great and I had the chance to meet new friends. Great place to stay alone and have the peace and tranquility I needed. Would love to stay here again on my next holiday. It was really perfect and good for the family .....and give some privilage for long staying guest..Their accomodating staff, Lyn and Joy specially the duty manager Mother VIVI or Vivian👍👍👍👍They are all professional...😃😃😃😃😃😃 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I highly recommend this to our friends and family... See you soon!"-Kimma
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| Meeting new friend Philip from Austria |
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| Mother Vivi and Jerika |
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| Meeting new friend Hernan from Argentina |
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| Meeting new friend, Justin from California |
For Bookings at The Moonlight HomeStay, Just simply look for Ms. Vivian, and kindly click the link below to check their Facebook page!
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| Joy, Lyn, Kimma, Jerika -at your Service! haha |
Second Day
Now,
if you are going to asks me where to eat? Well, around Siargao are several
eateries selling meals (rice + viand) for as low as P30. In General Luna (GL)
just along the main strip to Cloud 9 is a fruit stand that sells a variety of
delicious home cooked Filipino food. If you are more into culinary adventure
then you’ll be happy to know Siargao has a wide array of choices such as Buddha
Surf, Warung, Kermit and the most unforgettable ReefCut
Bar Siargao.
100% 5 Star Ratings
“Honestly,
I am on a strict diet but the moment I tasted their burgers. Oh, la la! This
was one of the best vegan burgers I've tried so far! It’s truly one of a kind
and amazing flavor, amazing quantity while the quality is at its best. Fries
are delicious, and beers are cold! They have the friendliest staff that made me
feel very comfortable & cleanliness was outstanding! Kudos guys! ❤️❤️❤️“-Kimma
These guys are, my opinion, making the best vegetarian burger on the island! Thank you for also delivery to our doorstep when we are too lazy to go out. ❤️- Sanne Sevig
Perfectly seasoned tender pulled pork in a sweet tangy barbeque sauce under toasty buns. It's the perfect thing to eat any time of day. And they deliver too!- Camille Banzon
This is the best Pulled Pork burger I've had - even beats the recipe I use when cooking it myself! I didn't think Siargao could be anymore awesome, but you just made my day. Thanks!- Simon Ahm
For your Burger Cravings visit ReefCut Bar. ♥️ Across Baile next to @surfitgym_siargao
Tag us @siargao_reefcutbar or use hashtag #reefcutbar
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| Kimma, Zia, Angel, Jerika- Chillin at the ReefCut Bar |
Curious for ReefCut Bar Siargao? Just simply look for Ms. Angel Katherine or Malte, and Kindly click the link below to check out their Facebook page!
Third Day ❤️❤️❤️
Part
of our environmental scanning process is the “Pa-EEG program” which means to Explore, Experience and Getting around.
Motorcycles are the best when getting around Siargao since the island lacks
public transportation plying the route to or near each tourist destination. This
is the reason why we challenged ourselves to take time in learning how to drive
a motorbike for our come back next year. Yes, we plan to do it at least once a
year! You can also rent a bike for only P150 whole day. Work hard, More Savings, Travel,
and Repeat.
Feel free to click the link below to see how we enjoyed Biking in the Island!
Coffee Break at Cafe Loka 😃😃😃
Chillin at Cloud 9
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| Cloud 9, Siargao Island |
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| Surfer Training Area |
Party at the RumBar
Feel free to click the link below to see how fire burning on the Dance Floor!
Fourth Day
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| On our way to Pacifico River House, Siargao Island |
If you want more detailed recommendations, you may contact
the Tourism Office in GL which offers tour packages. There are also travel
agencies that offer tour services to the best spots in the island. However, for
me, the most flexible and effective way is still to tour on your own. #edukadaknows! As for the boat, you can find plenty of boat operators at the port in GL. Rates
are always negotiable so don’t hesitate to negotiate. Just make sure to be
reasonable not to exploit the locals.
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| Pacifico River House |
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| Jerika- Paddle Boarding while relaxing |
Pacifico River House
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| Soaking ourselves on this brackish water |
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| Rollin in the River with Kimma |
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| Dinner with good friends |
For Bookings and Reservations, just simply look for Ms. Lily dela Cruz to discuss about their Room Rates, Foods, and many more and feel free to access the link below to contact her via Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/jessica.josol1
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| Ms. Lily dela Cruz |
Fifth Day
If you are still in Pacifico, Don't you dare to miss out, The Historical Pacifico Lighthouse
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General Luna (GL) to Dapa you may ride a motor service for P250.
Dapa
Terminal: P200 Student Price (SP) for Ferryboat plus P10 Environmental Fee =
P205
Dapa
Port to Surigao terminal: P120
Bus
Direct to Davao (Star Bus) P 500 student price
Total Transportation Costs: P1,075
To
all my valued readers, the best time to visit Siargao – For non-surfers who
just want to feel the tropical goodness of this island, would be during the dry
months from February up until June. If you want to catch the waves, then
September to January is the most ideal and perfect time for you to visit. Hopefully
it helps!
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| Home Sweet Home! - Traveling back to Davao City |
See you on my next travel, you may email me at paclaunakimma@gmail.com
or subscribe to my page, Kimma, at your
service page: https://www.facebook.com/KimWinchelle/
Yeah! We love to party and Food is life for us, Ha-ha... I know you can do better than this... I just want to be transparent when it comes to our expenses because reality is better than expectation when it comes to travel. Smile!
Yeah! We love to party and Food is life for us, Ha-ha... I know you can do better than this... I just want to be transparent when it comes to our expenses because reality is better than expectation when it comes to travel. Smile!
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Love lots,
Kimma ^_^
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