The scent of the ocean assaulted my nostrils as I had walked passed it. The palm trees blew in the mist of the cool sudden gust of the tropical, morning air, like smooth feathers swaying side to side. As the majestic giant Philippine eagle swoops past my shoulder I suddenly found myself in my most favorite place to visit on the face of this planet; the island paradise of Boracay in the Philippines. Boracay Island combines crystal clear waters, sugary beaches that squeak, and lush hilly landscapes into an idyllic tourist haven, that’s guaranteed to fascinate anyone into tranquil harmony with its simplistic beauty. Boracay is a breath-taking, unbelievably magical Island. A spectacular paradise set in the unspoiled South China Seas.
Boracay Island is a paradise indeed. The beach is amazing with its white sand, it is wide and stretched on for kilometers. The northern and southern parts of the island rise into picturesque hills that face the sea with weather worn cliffs. The Island has numerous scattered villages interconnected by a maze of intriguing jungle trails. Boracay boasts one of the world’s finest beaches (at least in my opinion. ) White Beach, a stretch of white – pebble sand, bathed by a strip of perpetually turquoise water allures me in every sense in my body.
Boracay’s pure white beaches are a sun worshipper’s heaven on earth. White Beach runs almost the entire length of the western side of the petite island. During the summer season, White Beach results in calm, turquoise seas, ideal for leisure and frolics in its warm water to cool off from the summer’s tropical heat. The eastern shore contains numerous shelters and picturesque bays, rewarding the impassioned walker with many great scenic views.
The Essay on History of Pangkor Island
In past times; this area used to be the center for piracy. The pirates had their home ports in the Pulau Gedung Hills, Gua Lanun (Pirates’ Cave) and Batu Perompak (Pirates’ Rock) on the island of Pangkor. Many ships/boats were taken over and robbed of their goods and products. The Dutch were active here in the times of the Dutch East India Company (VOC). People were especially keeping ...
The main beaches are dotted with water sports outlets, offering the latest equipment for rental of sailboats and wind surfers. Boracay is becoming Asia’s most popular dive school location with good shallow coral dives and drop-offs to depths of twenty meters being within easy reach. In that great experience we had hired one of the many local fishermen to give us an all-day around the island trips by a ‘bangka’ (small boat), with stop-offs at the northern caves, near Yapok, home of Boracay’s giant fruit bats. Cool breezes of air blows over me as the sun dips lower on the horizon. At sunset, we had a two hour or so walk along the length of White Beach, before the serenity of the ocean views that are over-taken by the awakening of Boracay’s night life, offering numerous economically priced gourmet restaurants and hotels that add an international twist to the evening.
As we entered the Ka mayan Restaurant that evening, I could not help but feel its very warm hospitality. I had the feeling of walking, not into a restaurant, but a cozy and well-kept resort, with its outlandish cabanas and coconut trees facing the entrance. At the same time, I could not resist but to partake in the comfortable and relaxing atmosphere further enhanced by beautiful foliage, the delightful sight of flowing water, the hearty mood set by the incandescent light, and of course, the amicable and well-trained staff. Inspired by a beach resort in the magical island, the restaurant’s design is tastefully unpretentious and simple; a departure from ‘theme ” dining places all over Metro Manila.
That evening we had some delectable native Filipino dishes. My mouth had started to water and as the loyal waitress brought over our food. One of our main dishes was chicken and pork ado bo, a rich, dark, well-marinated stew of chicken and pork, with flavors that hint of the vinegar and soy sauce. A tempting platter of of lumping Shanghai was set in the middle of our table. Shanghais are small spring rolls, rice pastry filled with ground pork and deep fried to its golden – brown perfection.
The Essay on Restaurant Report
Cut pork into ½ in. squares and with the pork bones fry over low heat until brown and the meat is slightly dry. If pork is very fatty, pour off all but 4 or 5 tablespoons of the grease. Using a colander, strain tomatoes into an 8-quart saucepan and coarsely chop tomatoes. Combine tomatoes, tomato sauce, hot water, cooked pork, and bones in the same saucepan. Bring to a rapid boil and continue ...
As for our dessert we had enjoyed a wonderful halo – halo, a mixture of subtle fruits with crushed ice with milk, a perfect concoction for a wonderful tropical setting. Boracay offers an ideal escape from civilization and the hustling and bustling of the busy metropolis of the modern city. If you are looking for an excellent place to lounge or to just let your mind be set free, then Boracay is the perfect place to be. That would be an unforgettable memory I would always remember..
