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Wanna hear my story?… Well, here it goes…
Puerto Princesa, Palawan

This is where it started – my being a beach-addict and snorkeling-addict. Even before this, I have been travelling a lot. But when I experienced snorkeling for the first time, I thought that it was really a great activity. A cheap activity that is, because you got to see fish and corals without scuba diving.
From thereon, I planned my travel with a beach and a at least a good snorkeling site.
Mactan Island, Cebu

At this trip in Cebu, this is where I discovered that being a solo traveller is also fun and a great idea.
My friends didn’t show up here in Cebu because a relative of theirs died. With that I was left alone at Cebu. With that, I muster all my courage and planned for an alternative trip. It came out a very interesting solo trip to me.
El Nido, Palawan

I entitled this trip at my “Ultimate Adventure”. And it was indeed an ultimate adventure trip for me. Until now, El Nido tops as my best destination I ever visited.
El Nido is now my benchmark for all my travels.
Sablayan, Mindoro Occidental

This is the location of Pandan Island and Apo Reef. This is where I first saw a pawikan.
This place is quite far from Manila. Travel time is around 12 hours. But thanks to the aircon vans, the travel becomes comfortable.
This is also one place I will come back again.
Pagbilao Grande Island, Quezon

This was an adventure roadtrip. Kwebang Lampas is the white sand beach you can find at Quezon Province. I never really thought that I can see a white sand beach at Quezon Province. But there it is…
Coron, Palawan

I have been here a couple of times, and I still enjoy this place. I love this place because it is a very accessible destination. It is just a one ride from Manila. After landing in Coron town, you already start your boat tour.
What’s unique here is that there are shipwrecks here and black limestone cliff similar to El Nido.
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And now, this list of places will continue to add up as I continue to visit places here in the Philippines.
Until Then!
hi owen,
i saw your post regarding your trip to donsol this feb 2008. Is this your first time to visit donsol? what airline are you taking and what holiday is feb 25?
thanks!
Chris
hi. just want to know if the coron tour on jan 26-27 is still open. i know its kind of late but would be glad to hear from you as soon as possible. thanks
Hi Owen,
I saw your pictures in Donsol. Nice. Can I request a favor? Can you please give me some recommendations on where to stay in Donsol. Nothing fancy, basta malinis and and with toilet and bath and running water. Please give me phone number/s and contact person. I will appreciate it.
Many thanks.
Wilma
Amor Farm Beach Resort
Agnes 09197998673
Please tell my name to her.
Hi, we plan to avail of the PAL mabuhay miles promo to puerto princesa. But from what I’ve read, Coron is a much better place to go to. How do we get from PP to Coron and back? Are there regular ferry trips? Or is Puerto Princesa also worth a visit? We plan to go in August.
thanks!
PP to Coron – superferry, once a week, sunday 8am to 9pm.
PP is worthy of visit of course.
For more info on Coron >>> http://diycoron.wordpress.com
hi! is it possible to reach pagbilao grande by public transport? may resort ba? thanks!
congratulations for exploring the beauty of our country and sharing your experiences. welcome to the club of the solo adventurers.
from a fellow traveler,
jojie a.
Hi all great information here and good thread to comment on.
I am an adict to training and really want to get to my best this year!
Can I ask though – how did you get this picked up and into google news?
Very impressive that this blog is syndicated through Google and is it something that is just up to Google or you actively created?
Obviously this is a popular blog with great data so well done on your seo success..
martialarts, really? am not really aware that it is picked up in google news… but i did signup for google sites. hmmm… that’s great if i’m in the google news!
hi owen! i saw your post asking for directions how to get to linapacan. i hope your trip there pushed thru. i grew up in san miguel, linapacan but never been back since 1985 when i was 15. i have good memories of the place. i now live in canada and dreaming that one day i will be able to go back. i still have good friends there but i don’t know how to get in touch. i will be very grateful if you could email to me some photos. thank you very much.
hi! do you arrange tours in coron?…my friend and i got to reserve promo tickets under ceb pac..schedule is march 15-18…
sorry about the unpleasant avatar/icon..i dnt know how it works…i just want to inquire about arranging the tour for me and my friend..:)
Hi Sir Owen,
Can you recommend a place where they can accomodate 17 people with kitchen, preferably dorm type. thanks
hello owen, u are a blessing indeed to budget travelers. i would like to join your diy coron trip if you have any, next year. hopefully, u arent fed up already of coron. will keep track of your blog. God bless
hi! do you have any diy coron trip for may 2009? our group consist of at least 6 pax. we’ll be coming form manila.
hi, do you have an idea about the latest room rates on the following places to stay?
Village Lodge
Darayonan Lodge
Princess Of Coron
Sea Coral
Hi Owen,
I’m the one who called you this afternoon. Please help find room good for 13 pax on April 3 – 6. Also, please send me cost of tour good for the entire stay in Coron.
Appreciate your immediate feedback.
thanks,
noemi
Hi Owen,
I’m fulfilling my long-time dream of visiting Palawan. I’m traveling with a friend and we’ll be there from Mar6-9. I was wondering if you can help us out with our planned itinerary:
Day 1: Mar 6 – Fri
11:50 Arrive at Busuanga airport via Zest Air
12:00 travel to Coron
2pm-6pm Maquinit Hotspring
Day 2: Mar 7 – Sat
Coron Island Hopping + Island overnight
Day 3: Mar 8 – Sun
Calauit Game Reserve
Day 4: Mar 9 – Mon
6am-10am Inland Tour
10am transfer to Busuanga airport
12:10 depart to Manila
hi owen,
My friends and i are planning to go to coron, palawan on july 9 to 13. Do you have a tour for this date? Can you recommend a good palce fro us to stay?
thanks much!
wil
Hi, thanks for helping us tour coron “batch 54″.
Hi Owen,
I just want to know if it is possible to go to Grande island Pagbilao via public trasportation.Iam from Pasig.Can you help me out?Iam palnning to leave on or before May 15. Your response will be highly appreciated.Thank you.
Hi Owen,
Our family is planning to go on a trip to Coron on August 29-Sept1-2009 (group of 4), We’ll be flying in via Cebu Pacific. Please advise on the recommended “budget” accomodation, tours and activities including the prices. Also, do you have a tour for said dates?
thanks in advance for your help.
Jay
it would be difficult to do with public transpo. better if youhave own vehicle.