Over the moon honeymoon
I welcome the contribution of this guest blogger - Loreen Ayuda - with her post on travelling in the Philippines for her honeymoon! Thanks for sharing Loreen! - Debb 🐝🐝
Our adventure began with a flight to Caticlan, the gateway to Boracay, Philippines. We boarded a charming propeller plane with a maximum capacity of just nineteen passengers. While it might not have been the biggest or the newest aircraft, the thrill of flying on such a small plane added to the excitement of our trip as from the start it was parked regally beside Boeings and Airbuses.
The journey was a bit bumpy and turbulent, but that only heightened our anticipation. The flight lasted about 1 hour and 5 minutes, and we were relieved when we finally touched down, ready for the next leg of our journey. From the airport, we hopped onto a tricycle to reach the port where we would catch a boat to Boracay Island. The heat and the hustle were worth it as we boarded a motorized wooden boat and set off for the island. The adrenaline rush of the boat ride, with seawater splashing, and the sight of a pod of dolphins swimming alongside our boat was absolutely exhilarating! Mr. boatman looked unimpressed as this might have been a site he has witnessed most of his life, well we are just glad we got to experience it ourselves. Normally seawater is calm on these areas, however, our trip was in July and in the “habagat” season when strong winds blow from the west, we endured the rough seas with water from waves splashing our faces.
Upon arriving on the island, we took another tricycle to our beachfront hotel. Boracay is renowned for its powdery white sand and vibrant atmosphere. The beach is everything you’ve heard about—fine, soft sand that feels like sugar beneath your feet, and a lively scene with friendly locals and fellow travelers. The sand was so fine that it would not even leave a mark on the soles of a toddler’s feet. We spent our first evening dining at a beachfront cabana while enjoying a free fire dance show from a neighboring restaurant. It’s great that businesses respect the open space regulations, allowing us to experience a bit of everything, including a neighbour’s show. 😉
Loreen on the beach of Boracay Station 2
The next day, we embarked on an island-hopping tour. We explored four nearby islets, each with its own charm. One adventure took us to a rocky cliff with a challenging staircase as this led to stunning photo spots, it’s a privately owned island called Crystal Cove. Another highlight was a seafood buffet on an islet with tropical fruits served on banana leaves. The tiny islets we visited allowed us some fantastic swimming and photo opportunities. Sun burnt, sun kissed, and sun roasted, we took it all in with the biggest smile and the happiest hearts. After a day full of exploration, we relaxed by the beach, soaking in the tranquility of the evening breeze. We visited the local market “D’ Talipapa” (it simply translates to market) for fresh seafood that we brought to a nearby restaurant to be cooked according to our instructions.
Steps leading to more photo opportunity spots at Crystal Cove
On our final day, we enjoyed an inland tour on a tricycle and picked up some souvenirs like shell jewelry and local crafts. We spent some quiet time on the beach, watching the sunset and reflecting on our amazing trip and how we wished we could stay longer. Our journey back was a repeat of the adventure we began, with the same charming boat and turbulent plane ride. This time, we relaxed and took in the memories of a trip that was worth every penny.
Traveling truly enriches our lives, and this honeymoon in Boracay was a perfect blend of thrill and relaxation that only a handful of people get to experience. The memories we made here will last a lifetime, and sharing this journey with my husband made it even more special.
