First Fall | Busay Falls of Loboc

Welcome to Busay Falls! The singer performer of Loboc River Cruise sounds proud while introducing this majestic water falls. At first I was disappointed of how small it was at a distance, but when the boat gets nearer to the falls, i realized that it wasn't really that small after all. 

Bohol: Dauis Church | The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption

The town of Dauis is located in the Island of Panglao, on the side facing Tagbilaran City. Panglao Island nestles closely to the main province of Bohol and is connected to the mainland by two causeways. Located 3.1 kilometers southwest of Tagbilaran, the Dauis Church is visible across the narrow channel from Tagbilaran and can be reached by hiking through a pleasant path, or by riding a motor bike or car. Passenger jeepneys and mini-buses ply the Tagbilaran-Panglao route through three directions; a tourist may simply ask at the terminal as to which ride passes thru Dauis town. Fare: P6.50.

The church occupies a strip of land on the shore of Panglao Island opposite Tagbilaran City. One of the most beautiful churches of Bohol, one gets an excellent view of the church and convento from the Mansasa seaside as one travels from Tagbilaran to Baclayon. The approach from the Gov. Jacinto Borja Bridge also gives an impressive view of this church.

Bohol: Panglao Church | St. Augustine Church

The church of St. Augustine stands on the southwestern side of Panglao Island, and is 18 kilometers from Tagbilaran City, the capital of the province of Bohol. It snugly nestles on a plain, its back close to the seashore, its right side facing a big, wide plaza which serves as the venue of the town’s many religious and social activities. In addition to the massive stone church which is clearly of Spanish-time vintage, one can see across the spacious plaza other landmarks of Spain’s occupation: the watch tower, said to be the tallest of its kind in the Philippines, and the old municipal building and school houses made of huge stone blocks.

The church can be reached from Tagbilaran City by vans and cars, or the cheaper way by the jeepneys and mini-buses that ply the Tagbilaran – Panglao routes. All three routes to Panglao from the capital converge in the area where the St. Augustine Church stands. Fare: P20.

Alona Beach Panglao, Bohol

Alona Beach was located at Panglao Island and is known for its pristine clear water, white sand and a home for 5 star hotel and resort at Bohol. If you want to live a luxurious life here in Panglao, resorts near the Alona Beach is the best place for you.

Luckily, we found a resort near Alona beach that suits a traveler on a budget like us. This hotel named Cherry's @ home  is the best place for us. Air conditioned room with private toilet and bath plus a personal fridge  for the price of PHP1000 for 2 persons is a good choice.

Bohol's Hinagdanan Cave | Frolics in Bohol

Hinagdanan Cave (laddered cave) was located at Dauis Panglao in the province of Bohol. The cave has a very clear lagoon about 10 feet deep and is open to public who wants to take a deep. Through its clean water you can actually see small fishes and other water creature. You will also mesmerized with its stalagmites and stalactites.

The cave was naturally lighted by the sun coming from the holes in the ceiling. It is made of limestone and is within easy reach. Before, you have to hold onto the railings made of rope so as not to slip because of the slippery stones inside the cave, but as time goes, they change the rope into metallic stainless railings to add more security to the tourists and guests.

Hinagdanan Cave was accidentally discovered when the owner of the area was clearing the decaying branches of the land when he found the hole. The owner throw a stone into the hole, then he heard a splash. Then he build a ladder to get into the cave. They named it Hinagdanan, means "laddered" used to get into the cave's interior.

Loboc River of Bohol | Frolics in Bohol

The Loboc River is a river on Bohol Island, the Philippines. It is one of the major tourist destinations of Bohol, local and foreigners alike. The winding river plays host to cruises on board of small bancas or floating restaurants. Visitors are treated to a vista of lush tropical vegetation such as nipa palms, coconut trees, banana groves, and bushes.

The river plays a significant role in the history of Loboc before the Spaniards established the town in 1602. The early inhabitants made homes along the river.

It was in early 1980s that the idea to promote the Loboc River as a tourist destination started.

Bilar's Man-made Forest | Frolics in Bohol

Freshest cool breeze, tallest mahogany, well preserved and a perfect shed from the sun...

Those were some of the characteristics that a man made forest of bohol had. The moment i stepped foot on this man made wonder i suddenly felt a cool fresh wind that came from the mahogany trees's shed. These mahogany trees according to our tour guide Manong Rick, was a nationwide reforestation project of past President to the Philippines Diosdado Macapagal in the year 1960, led by Governor Lino Chatto, thousands of Mahogany seedlings were spreaded and planted over a 850 hectares of open area which stretches from Loboc to Bilar town.


O.M. Boholanos actually preserved this sanctuary for ages??? amazing isnt it...?

Bohol's Bingag Zoo | Frolics in Bohol

While riding in a habal-habal (motorcycle) and roaming around Panglao in search for peanut kisses, Jhen and I spotted another tourist spot in Bingag, the Ostrich Farm and Bingag Zoo.

Bingag Zoo was located at Bingag on the south-west of Panglao Island, a 20mins drive from Tagbilaran City. 

This zoo is a home for Ostrich couple and their eggs.

Male ostrich named JACK

Cherry's Home, Tawala Panglao, Bohol

After a long day of our Bohol countryside tour, our tired feet and exhausted bodies were longing for a comfortable place to stay. Maybe due to exhaustion, our driver/tour guide Manong Rick happened to pass over the resort where Me and Jhen supposed to check-in, and that was in Dauis, Panglao. We prefer to have our reservation at one of the hotels in Panglao because the boat that we used for our sea tour were located at Alona beach.

Unlimited use of air condition, a private toilet and bath, 2 beds, a refrigerator plus an honest and trust worthy housekeeper made our P1000.00/day worthy.

The Ship Haus... | Frolics in Bohol

After a long day of tripping and exploring Bohol, finally we've come to the "almost" last part, well i called it almost because we thought The Ship Haus were the last on our list. This spot were featured in a local tv show here in the Philippines, owned by a Ship Captain whose very fascinated in his craft to made him built a house like this.

Unfortunately, due to lots of delays in Loboc river we came here late so we didn't manage to come inside the house and explore the so called barracks. You can actually rent a room here and serves as a hotel. Live your stay here as if youre in a real ship, except for the waves ofcourse.

Prony the Python in Alburquerque | Frolics in Bohol

Jhen and I were both shocked when our tour guide kuya Rick instructs us to enter Prony's cave. We were anxious at first because Prony's care taker told us that her "baby" can eat 2 big goats or 60 kilos of pig meat in a single meal. "O.M Prony can actually swallow me" good thing Prony just finished his meal so hes harmless and won't turned us into a sumptuous meal.

Philippine Tarsier | Frolics in Bohol

  "Philippine Tarsier... The world's smallest monkey" is an often slogan to this tiny primates that can be found in their natural habitat at Corella Bohol, Philippines. The adult tarsier is too small that fits in a man's hand.

Sleeping Tarsier

Virgin Island | Frolics in Bohol

I was so fascinated when i saw Virgin Island. The long stretch of white sand in between deep sea water is what i like the most. I was wondering, how does this long sandy beaches formed, you will actually count ages if you try making this manually.

The Underwater Beauty of Balicasag Island | Frolics in Bohol

Wow..!!! is the only word that comes out on our mouth the first time we saw the underwater perfection of  the Balicasag Island in Bohol. It is our first time to do snorkeling, yet the Balicasag Island didn't fail to amaze us. Jhen and I were both speechless on what we saw, perfect corals formation, friendly fishes and seaweeds.

Amazing Chocolate Hills | Frolics in Bohol

I learned Bohol's Chocolate hills from my teachers in grade school.  Since then I always thought of going to Bohol and eat chocolates from the hills and that the Chocolate hills were made out of real chocolates. But not until my mom told me that the chocolate hills were just a formation of rock and soil. 

Bohol: Baclayon Church | Frolics in Bohol

The history of the church of Baclayon dates back to the time when the first Spanish missionaries who hailed from Cebu, Fr. Juan de Torres and Fr. Gabriel Sanchez, settled in the area on November 17, 1596 and a visita was erected soon after.

The first church that the natives of the area constructed was built of bamboo with thatched roofing. It was then the residence of their Superior General and called the “Residencia” or center of the Bohol missions. The mission spread to the hinterlands of Bohol and in 1596, Fr. Juan de Torres established another settlement in Loboc.

But the peace and order situation in this coastal settlement was often broken by raids done by Moro invaders. After a vicious attack on the settlement, the Jesuit Missionaries moved the center of their missionary activities to the inland village of Loboc on October 26, 1600.

Loboc became a parish in 1602 and from that time until the 18th century, it played host to the “Residencia”. Meanwhile, life in the Baclayon settlement went on as usual. Steadfast in their faith, the people did not join their Bohol comrades in raising arms against the Spanish conquistadors during the Tamblot or Diwata Uprising in 1621.

The Bell Tower

Bohol's Must Try..!!! | Frolics in Bohol

Being locked up home with minimal fun, I always wanted to try different things especially while on travel. And to my hunger for adventure and something  diverse, I ought to myself that I will do everything to make the most out of my trips and try something outburst..

Food 

Boholano's Calamay in plastic container

Buwis Buhay Photos | Frolics in Bohol

..Good thing i didn't slip..

Bohol Trip's Sample Itinerary

I prepared a sample of our Tour Itinerary, I just hope Jhen and I will stick to this plan until we arrive back home..

Day 1: (September 24, 2011) LAND TOUR

• 4:00 am - wake up call
• 5:00 am - go to the Airport NAIA Terminal 3 (we've decided to leave as early as possible because we'll never know when does a heavy traffic will occur. Thus from our house to the airport is a 30-45mins. drive)
• 8:00 am - ETD Manila-Tagbilaran
• 9:30 am - ETA Tagbilaran Airport.
• 10:00 am - City Tour
• 7:00 pm go back to hotel (since our stay in Bohol is a little bit short, were not allowed to waste even a minute of our time, or else we will go back to Manila unsatisfied )

• 9:00 pm - after a nap and a quick shower, we will then try the Bohol's night life, and have our dinner as well.
• 10:00 pm - back to hotel and rest.

Day 2: (September 25, 2011) SEA TOUR

Bohol Plans

Last July, my friend Jhen and I decided to go to Bohol for a vacation this coming September 24-26, 2011. Since Cebu Pacific airlines always offers promo flights from various places here in the Philippines, we ought to avail the said promo to slash our expenses and to stick to our budget. After booking our flight, Jhen and I was so excited in preparing things for our 3days 2nights stay in Bohol. Me being O.C. when it comes to traveling, I researched for the cheapest tour and hotel accommodation that fits for 2, since were only 2pax, the said tasks were not that easy knowing that the more excursionist is much cheaper.