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Monday, March 28, 2011

Punta Bulata: El Tzino Resort

@ mirandablue
Anhawan Island
To continue the Punta Bulata series, I am sharing with you some morning and afternoon shots taken from the resort where we stayed.  We arrived at El Tzino around 10 am, it's not a fancy place and has the basic necessities to make our stay comfortable.  We laid down our bags, had some cold drinks, and I went to explore the beach.  I was happy to see that there was no one here except us---we had the place to ourselves! Facing the bay, to my left was a group of islands, the biggest island is called Anhawan and Danjugan Island to my right, a marine reserve and and wildlife sanctuary.

@ mirandablue
Danjugan Island
Uneasy of the peace and quiet here, my cousin Mark put on his headsets as he settled in a chair facing the sea. Oh, and check out these lounging chairs---they're made from old tires, and they're quite comfy, too. Talk about ingenuity!

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Did I say we had the place to ourselves?  I spoke too soon---we shared the resort and the beach with 8 canines.  This  guy was part of the pack.  He followed but kept his distance as I walked to the water's edge waiting for the sunset.
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Spotted these fishermen while they were getting ready to go off-shore. Fishing and farming provide livelihood for most folks around here.
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Life here was rustic and laid-back.  Walking along the beach that afternoon, I was  amazed how everything here seemed to move in silence.  There was gentle stillness in the rustle of the leaves, even the waves and breezes refused to be hurried.  A perfect place for solitude and meditation.


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A golden moment---before sunset, looking north at Danjugan Island and Pulo Gamay (literally, small island).

To reach El Tzino Resort, take a 154-kilometer road trip to Cartagena near the boundary of Cauayan and Sipalay, then turn right to a dirt road, 4 kilometers down until you reach Brgy. Elihan.  Ceres buses going to Hinoba-an pass Cartagena.  It's approximately 4 hours south of Bacolod City. 




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33 comments:

  1. Photo CacheMarch 29, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    it must have been simply glorious to have this beautiful nature to yourself. the walk had to be meditative.

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  2. maiylahMarch 29, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    lovely getaway!
    ...so loving that chair! :)

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  3. RNSANEMarch 29, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    It looks just blissful, Luna. I think we are so unaware of peace and quiet these days, we hardly know what to do with it...but I think it is very soothing to the soul. It's a beautiful place!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    What a peaceful place to relax in. So lovely too!

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  5. IndraniMarch 29, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    When I see these holiday spots I can't resist dreaming about them. Nice pictures.

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  6. Sylvia KMarch 29, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    What a gorgeous place!! I would love to spend some time there and your photos are superb as always, Miranda! A wonderful post and photos for the day -- they've certainly made my evening and my tomorrow!! Enjoy!

    Sylvia

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  7. magiceyeMarch 29, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    gorgeous

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  8. eileeninmdMarch 29, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    What a beautiful place, thanks for sharing. The chairs are a great idea and use for the old tires. Wonderful photos.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    The beach of El Tzino is much better than the resort we stayed in at Punta Bulata. It does look so serene and that was a beautiful capture of the golden hour. Golden talaga. :-)

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  10. JTG (Misalyn)March 29, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Ang ganda ganda naman dyan! Wish ko lang makapagbakasyon sa mga ganyang lugar. Nice captures! Mas lalong nangati ang paa ko na gumala ;)).

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  11. LifeRamblingsMarch 29, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    what a perfect getaway, my kind of holiday. the last shot is so gorgeous.

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  12. JanetMarch 29, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I want one of those chairs!
    What a blissful vacation.

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  13. alfonsoMarch 29, 2011 at 9:05 PM


    · Thanks for your visit and lovely comment.

    I can see nice landscapes here.

    · have a nice day

    CR & LMA
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    ·

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  14. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    You have gorgeous beaches and beautiful water front!

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  15. Sallie (FullTime-Life)March 30, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Very nice Luna -- I know people like your cousin. Me I love the peace and quiet.

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  16. NicoletteMarch 30, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    What a beautiful place... Gorgeous scenery...

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  17. Cecilia ArtistaMarch 30, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Beautiful place and scenery!
    Great shots!

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  18. genieMarch 30, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Luna...This is the most beautiful series I have seen this evening. What a dreamy spot. Your last shot is awesome. You captured one gorgeous moment in that photo. Loved the recycled tire lounge chair. That is really a clever use of old tires. We need to try sow of that over here.

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  19. MomgenMarch 30, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    So beautiful...happy WW!

    mine is here

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  20. Lina GustinaMarch 30, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Perfect place to visit!

    http://www.1sthappyfamily.com/2011/03/small-river.html

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  21. EbieMarch 30, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Did you go on a weekday? That's the best time to go so you can have the resort to yourselves!

    We take pride of our beaches!

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  22. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪March 30, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    good they are recycling the tyres, this is the best I have seen.

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  23. January ZeleneMarch 30, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    wow so beautiful..

    Tanquility

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  24. DinahMarch 30, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    the place looks so inviting! at ang galing ng chairs ha! what a great way to recycle ;-)

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  25. janakidiaryMarch 30, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    perfect place. white sand, sun, gorgeous water :)

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  26. Chubskulit RoseMarch 30, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    It looks so peaceful and beautiful!
    Reflection for watery Wednesday.

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  27. Debbie TaillieuMarch 30, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Okay, I'm ready to go there now!
    Have a fabulous day!
    Debbie's Travels

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  28. Hootin AnniMarch 30, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Gorgeous....I especially love the color of the water, AND the tree covered islands in the background.

    My Wednesday Link:

    Laguna Madre

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  29. ShengkayMarch 30, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    yeah right..so laid back my grand parents place..

    Mine
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    Shengkay’s Journal
    Shengkay Random Nest

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  30. Kim, USAMarch 30, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    That is super ganda!! I missed this kind of view already. Thanks for sharing!

    Watery Wednesday

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  31. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyMarch 31, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Oh, Miranda ... what a magical place you have brought us to today. Your photos are exquisite. Thank you so much!

    I appreciate your stopping by to visit. Have a wonderful week,

    Kathy M.

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  32. Jeannette StGMarch 31, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    wow, I love all those palms in the next to last pics -although all your pics give a flavor of what it is like there:)

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  33. UnknownMay 28, 2014 at 1:32 AM

    Just want to introduce to you that dog, he is choco..we owned him. hehehe.. He has one brother named Budoy the white color dog. Spotted him?

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