CARBIN REEF IN SAGAY CITY

Sagay Marine Reserve or Carbin Reef in Sagay City has been in my bucket list for a long time and I was so happy that my colleagues, our kids and I had the opportunity to visit this famous sandbar.

Sagay Marine Reserve is a protected area in the Philippines located in Sagay, Negros Occidental. It is established in 1999 to protect marine life in Carbin and Maca reefs. Sagay is the largest marine reserve in the Philippines, covering an area of 32,000 hectares. Wikipedia

Going there one need to take a Ceres bus at the North Terminal in Bacolod City if you are coming from the south and central area of Negros Occidental. Upon arrival in Sagay City bus terminal, you may take a tricycle going to the port of Old Sagay. Pay the entrance and boat fee and traverse the sea for about 20 minutes going to the sandbar. 

this where one pays the entrance and boat fee to the reef

the Museo Sang Bata Sa Negros is right beside the port terminal

our view of the sandbar from the boat

Day cottages are for rent and paid at the terminal, only a limited number of visitors is allowed daily

the watch tower at the edge of the sandbar

     pictures cannot do justice on how marvelous the place is, teeming with sea life and refreshing seawater

the view at the watch tower

the boats will wait for their passengers until it's time to go home

our adventurous group

We all enjoyed our day trip at the Carbin Reef. I can swim all day long in its blue, refreshing and clear waters. If you want to reserve a cottage or inquire you may call (034) 4880649.

WISIK RESORT IN SAN ENRIQUE TOWN

If you are living in San Enrique, Negros Occidental or nearby towns and cities, you might want to visit Wisik Resort in Brgy. Tibsok. The place is very accessible as it is right beside the main highway of Negros Occidental going south. For more information you may call the resort staff at 09292641455.

the popular red pool for adults

blue pool for kids

cottages for rent overnight

day tables

lifesize statues of superheroes

overnight cottage

hall for large gatherings

day cottages

shower area

fishing area

 

 

 

BULUBITO-ON BEACH RESORT UPDATE

Bulubito-on Beach Resort has always been a special place for me and my classmates in high school. Summer means heading to the beach and enjoy the sun and sea, and that's just what we did since we are living in a coastal town of Hinigaran. Bulubito-on Beach Resort emits wonderful memories for me and my friends. Entrance fee to the resort is at P15 per adult, P10 for kids.

Beach front 

Day cottages that can be rented for the day.
Rates ranging from P200 to P500.

Justino's Hall can be rented for P2,500.
It can accommodate 20-50 pax

Justino's Place is an overnight 
cottage that can accommodate 8-10 pax. 
Overnight stay is at P4,000.

Resort Canteen where you can 
order food and drinks

Social Hall can be rented at P3,500.
It can accommodate 60-80 pax. 

Resort entrance

The beach terrain is plain that makes
swimming with kids safe

You may get in touch in this number 0947-1951152 for inquiries and reservation. Hinigaran is 55 kilometers away from Bacolod City going south of Negros Island.

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CAMPO QUINO BAY BEACH RESORT, SIPALAY CITY

I visited Campo Quino Bay Beach Resort three (3) times and I still can't get enough of the place and Sipalay City as a whole. Sipalay is host to so many resorts, natural aquamarine resources and still undiscovered islets and tourism possibilities.

Most aircon rooms are good for 4 with 
a rate of P2,000 to P3,000 per night

The resort's restaurant. They accommodate cooking service with a fee. Order breakfast the night before,

Arcon rooms with own toilet and bath

More aircon rooms

Non-aircon cottages that can accommodate a group of 10 or more at the upper level. You can bring your own beddings. Bring your own food or buy at the local market and cook them by yourselves at the lower level. Cottage rate is P2,500.00. 

Beach area

Day trip cottages

Camping area

Beach scene. You can bring a kayak or rent 
one and enjoy paddling at the bay.

The beach is quite safe for little kids.

The resort staff can arrange for an island hopping tour for you. The boat will pick you up right at Campo Quino's beach. We paid P1,700 for a three (3) hour tour for seven (7) pax.

More of Campo Quino Bay Beach Resort in their Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Campoquino-Bay-Hi-jo-Beach-Resort-125286080963533/ 

BANTUG LAKE RANCH

We recently spent a day with my son's classmates and their families at Bantug Lake Ranch. It was a farewell party for some since they just graduated from Grade 6. Others will transfer to other schools it seems. Bantug Lake Ranch is three kilometers away from Brgy. Granada and belong to Brgy. Alangilan already. I like the place since it has elements of nature that kids can enjoy such as horseback riding and boating. Entrance fee is P50 per person.

The Horse Bullring where you can ride a horse
for P50 for two rounds or P150 for 15 minutes

The ranch's horses

Swimming fee is P120

Kiddie's pool

Boating Lagoon - P50 for two rounds

Park area where you can rent a table for P200

Tables under the tree. Those who wants a table under a canopy, you can rent it at P500 or  P1,000  for 2 tables.

One thing I appreciate at Bantug Lake Ranch 
is their spacious shower room

You can get in touch with Batug Lake Ranch through these contacts details - Mobile: 0927-341-0134 Landline: (034) 213-1916 or Email them at bantuglakeranch@gmail.com. 

You can also check their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/bantuglakeranch 

Address: Barangay Alangilan, Bacolod City 

Lakawon Island Resort and Spa

My favorite island resort has recently changed management. It is now known as LAKAWON ISLAND RESORT AND SPA. For everybody's information, please find herewith the new contact numbers. Photo credit to Cadiz City Tourism Office.  

As of the moment, Entrance Fee is P100/person, Day cottage rental is P1,000, Roundtrip boat fare is P150/person, minimum of 10 pax per trip. However, there is a different boat rate for those who are less than 10 - 1-4 pax is P1,000,  5-7 pax is P1,200 and 8-10 pax is P1,500. Terminal Fee is P20/person. Corkage Fee is P50/pax.

No corkage fee for outside food at the moment because their restaurant is not operational yet. I was told they will charge corkage fee starting January 2016.

You may also check the FB page of Cadiz City Tourism Office for pictures of the developments in the island.

Raymen Beach Resort in Guimaras Island

Recently, I was assigned to assist students in their Guimaras trip. And, I couldn't resist documenting our travel from Negros to Guimaras Island since this is my first time to go to the main island. Going to Raymen Beach Resort from Negros takes 1 hour and 20 minutes fast ferry boat ride, 15 minutes boat ride from Iloilo City wharf and another 45 minutes land travel.

Raymen's information office and entry to the resort

hotel type accommodation

the covered walk going to the beach front

small canteen near the day cottages

day cottages that one can rent from 8am to 6pm

the infamous Alubihod Beach where three (3) resorts
are located including Raymen

my airconditioned room that cost P1,350 overnight

the resort's restaurant that serves delicious food

the billiard hall

the fan room cottages that can be rented overnight too

Raymen Beach Resort have this mini-Boracay feel. And wonders of wonders, it can accommodate big groups such as ours. The resort can book island hopping tours,snorkeling, jet ski and banana boat ride. 

For more information, you can check out their website: www.raymenresort.com or call 0918-5207271.