.:::Day 1 (07.14.07)::.
Kerl woke me up at around 5 am. i just dozed-off for merely 30 mts as i spent the night surfing the net for our wedding prep as usual. i decided to leave the house arnd 5.30 or else baka makatulog ulit ako, hehehe.. kerl, btw is an old gimmick buddy way back when i was in my early 20s. i met her thru raiza as they used to work together. kerl is now married with an uber cutie 5-yr old boy and mind u she still got those sexy body (see what i mean later!). by 7.30 am, raiza came rushing (and running late as always!) along with her officemates fritzy and bona. so the five of us boarded the plane and prayed it will be as sunny in palawan as it was in manila that day.
Lola Itang Pension and Restaurant
Located at Roxas St., Lola Itang's pension house is strategically close to most of the comforts of the city. This will be our dwelling place during this trip. Pros: Rooms are well-kept, bathrooms are clean (the first in my must list!), shower and aircon are working. and did i say the rates are so affordable? Cons: No window view (sigh), doors must be kept close to prevent insect bites, tv remote is not working but thats ok (who needs tv anyway).
Chao Long
After dropping off our things at lola itang's, we rode the tricycle (size of tuktuk, so all 5 of of us fit in!) to our first stop: Chao Long Restaurant. This place is famous for its authentic Vietnamese noodles. We each ordered beef stew with noodles and french bread. And my oh my, the noodles are tender, the soup is just right and the bread is feshly-baked! All for 60 pesos per pax. Not bad at all! hmm.. im starting to enjoy this trip :)
Palawan Museum
Few blocks from Chao Long is the Palawan Museum. i was feeling sleepy after that satisfying lunch and excused myself for a quick nap. But the other three (rai, bona and fritzy) who works on a graveshift are all perky and jolly. Nahiya naman ako. So to decided to join them in exploring the city.
There's nothing much to see in Palawan Museum. We just took some photos with artifacts from the Tabon Caves and rushed out kase lunch break na ng staff. (bummer!)
Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm
We rode to the Cathedral but found out it's still close so we decided to go straight to Crocodile Farm. Then we met Mang Jun. He drives a multicab and he willingly served as our tour guide (with all his jokes and stories). He advised that we should proceed to Iwahig first and drop by at the Crocodile Farm on our way back since Iwahig closes earlier than the crocodile farm aside from its proximity. Mang Jun drove us along with the families of inmates (dalaw) to Iwahig. After the 30-minute bumpy ride, we stopped at the penal farm's checkpoint toregister.
The colony is situated in a 37-hectare scenic farm planted with coconut palm trees, rice, and other crops cultivated by the prisoners and their families. In Iwahig prisoners toil their farms unguarded and are allowed to earn an income by working in the many shops which produce various handicrafts. The farm is definitely a good shopping stop for tourists.
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center
(formerly Crocodile Farming Institute)
i may not be a sporty-type gal but neither am i a crybaby. i have one fear though. and reptiles it is! When i was in school, i used to cover my science books with a peace of cardboard just so i wont see the part with drawing of snakes and other reptiles. and so the thought of holding a crocodile is a big deal for me. i fidgeted and perspired as i await my turn.
here's the before :
and after :
wanna see what came in between? click the clip below!
Ka Lui Restaurantis
After our fun trip, we decided to skip the night out and settle for a hearty dinner. We just took a quick shower and went to Ka Lui's. The place is filled with diners as it is already passed 7pm. But unlike other restos, Ka Lui's has a soothing and homey ambience. We were required to remove our footwear and walk barefoot in the cold but clean wooden floor. The music is toned down, fresh flowers serve as the centerpiece and waiters are accommodating. We ordered Ka Lui's specialty composed of: uber yummy treat of seafoods, fresh veggies, assorted fruits in muscovado sugar and buko juice. Bank damage: 300 pesos each for a five-star quality seafood dishes. Wow. Not bad. Not bad at all. :)
Lola Itang's Ballroom Resto
When we got back to Lola Itang's we noticed blinking lights and muted ballroom disco music inside the cocktail bar. Partners dancing in tango reflects the tinted window. We hired a dance instructor and settled for some cold drinks as we waited our turn for some salsa, swing, foxtrot and cha-cha! By 11pm, we called it a night. :)
.:::Day 2 (07.15.07)::.
Dos Palmas Arrecife Island Resort
here we come..
refreshing welcome drink..
aloha..
finding nemo..
fritzy.rai.kerl.jap.bona
jump!
serenity..
fresh fruit w/ muscovado.. yum!
siesta time..
ready to kayak..
poor kerl, rai is a complete klutz! haha ;P
muted fats!
check-out time..
bye :)
They said you haven't been to
.:::Day 3 (07.16.07)::.
Sabang Beach
Underground Cave
....... soon ........
Seaside Restaurant
....... soon ........
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posted by serendipity at 11:28:00 AM