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| Inampulugan Island across the Strait |
The Costa Aguada Island Resort is a great getaway place if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated in Inampulugan Island, Province of Guimaras, the resort offers a variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy.
My family and I went there to spend the holy week. They got this great package that cost us P15,000.00 for 3 days and 2 nights inclusive of welcome drinks & lei, full board meals, room accommodation, boat transfers, guided tram tour of the island and free use of swimming pool.
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| The old port across the Turtle pond |
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| Striking a pose at the pool |
On our first day, we had a tour of the island on a tram. The staff that met us at the port, sang a welcome song and served us lunch were our tour guides too. We were informed that the resort employees were trained to do various tasks just in case they will be short of staff. The tour brought us to the village where residents are families of the resort employees. They showed us an exhibit area where the soaps used at the resort are being made. They make organic soaps that you can buy really cheap P15 each great for souvenirs and give-aways. Then we were brought to the turtle pond where turtles are raised. Unfortunately, only one turtle remained. We were told that the turtles died when a damaged bunker ship spilled crude oil in the area. Next stop were two cemented bunks used as a look out point by the Japanese during WWII. Last stop was the recreational facilities - horse back riding, swimming pool, billiard hall, children's playground, etc. Dinner was served at the poolside. We were treated to a night of songs and music. Funny though, the band they hired that night was from Bacolod City and the singer was someone I knew. Small world indeed. First day impression on the resort - what a great big place!
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| Us-usan Island |
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| Nagarao Island |
Second day was quite an adventure. Breakfast was served under the coconut trees and near the beach. At around 9am we joined the other guests to an island hopping trip. First stop was Nagarao Island. Nagarao is smaller than Inampulugan. The resort also offers overnight accommodation at a package. After touring the islet and taking pictures, we transferred to Us-Usan Island, a much smaller islet. It is a sandbar, pearly white beach, clear blue waters with mangroves and coconut trees. There's only one single hut in the islet. The area facing the Panay Strait looks scary though coz the waves were really big! We were allowed to swim for two hours on the side where the sea is calm. Surprises of all surprises...the staff brought our lunch and served all the guests buffet style right on the beach. Imagine we were served hot soup in a sandbar with a waiting staff to boot. How cool is that? A little downside on my part though, the water is so deep I was constantly worrying about my kids.We headed back to the resort late afternoon and the ride was rough. Waves are choppy so we got soaked in sea water, again! Thank God we arrived whole, tired, hungry and full of happy memories for the day. We still have time for personal activities before dinner so my kids went back to swimming again this time at the resort pool while making friends with the other kids. Dinner was served in an open field near the pool with a bonfire. Magical!
On our last day, we decided to leave after lunch so we took a swim at the beach in front of our cottage and bought some souvenirs. Our boat ride back was a little scary though. Big waves! The boat was going down and up, one can see walls of water on both sides of the boat. I realized that it is always best to travel early morning if one is taking a boat. Since the sea is calm even on high tide but if its between 1pm-3pm the sea is really choppy. It's just my observation.
The pick up point for Costa Aguada is at the town of Pulupandan. We arranged for a taxi to pick us up at house and bring us to Pulupandan and vice versa. The resort can also arrange airport pick-up if one is flying in from Manila or Cebu. Over-all the service was great, the food was excellent, our stay is unforgettable. The children kept asking us when will be our next trip there.Who knows?
Just one last thing - the drinking water in the island is spring water. Clean, sparkling, sweet and a great body cleanser ^^
thanks for the info mylene. i fell inlove with ur stories about the resort. i just want to know how many people can be accomodated with the P15k package? we plan to go together with my in-laws and we are about approxmately 25 persons but most us are children. i hope u will reply on my queries.thank u again and more power.
ReplyDeleteHi Jazzle! Thank you for your feedback on my blog. Really appreciate it ^^
DeleteThe P15K package include I, my ex and 3 kids. You may want to check their website for more info - http://www.costaaguadaislandresort.com/contactus.php
Don't forget to ask them about their packages. Enjoy!