2012 Cagayan de Oro and Camiguin Trip

Cagayan de Oro is great destination for thrill seekers because of its famous whitewater rapids. A haven for water sports enthusiasts. Opposite is the Camiguin Island which is just few hours away from Cagayan de Oro. It's a peaceful getaway of virgin forests, waterfalls and natural springs.

Cagayan de Oro Whitewater Rafting

2012 Cagayan de Oro and Camiguin Travel Itinerary

Going to Cagayan de Oro is just not complete without dropping by to Camiguin Island. The two is just a boat ride away. Each has its own unique sites and activities both locals and tourist would appreciate.  

Areal View

Dahilayan Adventure Park, Bukidnon, Philippines

Dahilayan Adventure Park in Bukidnon, Philippines boasts of their two 840m Zip-lines which is said to be the longest in Asia. It also offers other fun activities and lodging at Pine Grove Mountain Lodge.

Dahilayan Adventure Park Zipline

De Luxe Hotel, Cagayan de Oro

De Luxe Hotel is one of the oldest and first hotels in Cagayan de Oro City. It has a total of 101 guest rooms and variety of function rooms. The hotel offers very affordable rooms with first class service.

De Luxe Hotel Front

Overnight Stay at Camiguin Island

Camiguin Island is one of the top tourist destinations in the country. A peaceful getaway of virgin forests, waterfalls and natural springs. Located in northern Mindanao under Misamis Oriental, it is just two hours away from Cagayan de Oro City.

View of Camiguin Island

Saint Rosario Church of Camiguin

Santo Rosario Church is a simple but unique century old church. It is also called Our Lady of Holy Rosary Church. Compared to other old churches, it does not have grand interiors or carvings. It also does not look old which is usually how old churches appear.

Saint Rosario Church of Camiguin

Santo Niño Cold Spring of Camiguin

Santo Niño Cold Spring is a water park for the whole family. It has pools with a refreshing 20 °C cold water. Nice place to hangout and has lots of local food to offer.

Santo Niño Cold Spring of Camiguin

Old Church Ruins of Camiguin Island

The Old Church Ruins of Camiguin is one of the oldest and unique structures in the island. Old because it was built sometime in the 16th century. Unique because it is made from coral stones. It was later turned to ruins by the 1871 Vulcan eruption.

Old Church Ruins of Camiguin Island

Sunken Cemetery of Camiguin Island

Sunken Cemetery of Camiguin is one of the most unique dive sites in the Philippines and one of the main attractions of Camiguin. It was formed by the 1871 eruption that submerged most of Camiguin, including the town's cemetery. It left the island with these breathtaking ruins and tombstones underwater, now marked with it's famous white cross.

Camiguin Sunken Cemetery

Walkway to the Old Volcano and Stations of the Cross, Camiguin Island

The Walkway to the Old Volcano is a series of steps on Mount Vulcan which the locals call the "Old Volcano." On the way up the walkway, there are life size statues depicting the stations of the cross.

Camiguin Walkway to the Old Volcano

Paras Beach Resort at Camiguin Island

Paras Beach Resort is one of the most popular resorts in Camiguin. They have lots of accommodation options and exciting water activities. Great retreat for family and friends.

Paras Beach Resor

White Island Beach, Camiguin

White Island is a sand bar in the sea few kilometers away from the shores of Camiguin. Here you can see one of the best views of Mounts Mambajao, Hibok-hibok and Old Volcano. If the weather is clear, you can even see the islands of Bohol and Leyte.

White Island, Camiguin

Ardent Hibok-Hibok Hot Spring Resort, Camiguin Island

Ardent Hibok-Hibok Hot Spring is one of the most popular natural hot springs in Camiguin island. It is surrounded with beautiful landscapes and tall trees.

Ardent Hibok Hibok Hot Spring

Katibawasan Falls, Camiguin Island

Katibawasan Falls is a 250 feet waterfall at Mount Timpoong in the island of Camiguin. It is surrounded with rocks, wild ferns and trees. Aside from the amazing view, there is an ice cold pool at the bottom of the falls, an ideal place for cooling down during hot days.

Katibawasan Falls, Camiguin

Short Trip to Shishi City, Xiamen

Got to travel to Shishi, Xiamen! Shishi(石狮) is "Stone Lion" in English or Chio Sai in Hokkien Chinese. It is a young city located at the southeast coast of Fujian province between Xiamen Special Economic Zone and Quanzhou. 

Ancestral Home

Shishi Pedestrian Street Mall

Shishi Pedestrian Street Mall is a big residential and commercial project in Shishi City. It is a city on its own with 6 storey residential buildings each having its own commercial spaces. It has lots of shops offering both local and international brands. It also has a number of locally known restaurants.

Shishi Pedestrian Street Mall

Midas Hotel and Casino, Pasay

Midas Hotel and Casino is the newest boutique hotel in Manila. Passing through Roxas Boulevard at night you'll definitely see the eye-catching exterior of Midas Hotel. Entering the hotel you'll be greeted with a luxurious interior. Definitely a unique hotel in Metro Manila.

Midas Hotel and Casino

Club Balai Isabel at Batangas

Got to travel to Club Balai Isabel!Just along the shores of Taal Lake and across from the famous Taal Volcano, Balai Isabel is a place where you can relax and feel at home. With its 3 swimming pools, function rooms, sports facilities and even their own church, Club Balai Isabel can accommodate any occasion.

Club Balai Isabel Main Entrance

Rainy Season Boracay Trip

Got to travel to Boracay Island! It has one of the best beaches in the Philippines. You will surely enjoy the long and wide coastline of Boracay with its soft white sand. The people here are great and there are lots of places to eat. The island can cater to both the elite and the norm. They have various accommodations from 5-star hotels to affordable inns. Once you're at the beach everyone's the same and just having a blast. 

Gloomy Second Day at Boracay

Overnight Stay at Manila Hotel

The Manila Hotel has been renovating some parts of the hotel. We took advantage of the newly renovated rooms and requested them specifically. We had an overnight stay at the hotel to celebrate father's day with my family. We just stayed the whole night at our room and ordered yellowcab pizza and KFC.

The Manila Hotel