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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Anhawan Island [Watery Wednesday]

@ mirandablue
We spotted this deserted beach on a small island off the coast of Punta Bulata.  Our boatman told us the island is called Anhawan (or Anjawan) and it is privately-owned---the latter elicited some raised eyebrows.:p  Well, there's a sign alright.  

@ mirandablue
And a few minutes after we dropped anchor, dogs ran towards the shore to welcome us!


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Then we met the "owner"---our boatman and the boys talked to the man.  They came back to the boat to tell me that there's a fee if we would like to spend the day on the island.  "How much?" I asked. It's three hundred pesos (or about $7).  There were 11 of us, including 3 kids...I was computing in my head when my brother said, "It's 300 bucks for all of us."  Really?  

Our own private beach for a day for the price of 2 venti cafe mocha at Starbucks?  That's a no-brainer.:p
@ mirandablue
Nothing rejuvenates the mind and body than some quiet time on a deserted beach, and being surrounded by the happy sounds of family, gentle warm breezes, the whoosh of turning waves and the smell of salty air. I rested my back on a rock and meditated on the calm, peaceful sea stretched out as far as I can see.

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24 comments:

  1. EkiJuly 13, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    What a day you must have had! I love a quiet beach where we can hear only the waves and the whispers of the breeze.

    PS. It is privately owned?

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  2. BenitaJuly 13, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    Wonderful photos! :)

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  3. UnknownJuly 13, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    hi, Eki. the man claimed that his family owns the island for 3 generations, and they pay the taxes. the island is uninhabited except for the man's hut, he has 4 dogs and a male goat.:p there's no fresh water in the island, his cousin brings containers of fresh water once a week.

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  4. Photo CacheJuly 13, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    i guess an overnight camping could also be arranged - if the price is right.

    what a lovely spot. you were lucky to find it and spend some time on this deserted patch of beach.

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  5. One PhotoJuly 13, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    What a lovely spot to find. Love that last photo looking past the rock to the boat.

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  6. aspiritofsimplicityJuly 13, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    oh my goodness your own private paradise.

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  7. 2sweetnsaxyJuly 13, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Sounds like quite a day. I think the dogs would have scared me. :-)

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  8. Chubskulit RoseJuly 13, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    That's a scene I miss living in a coastal area.

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  9. IndraniJuly 13, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Great spot to holiday.

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  10. lotusleafJuly 13, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    What a wonderful day you had! The island looks beautiful.

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  11. AndreaJuly 13, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    It's amazing how some people can own islands here in the country! That is true also with some islands in our province owned and privatized when the owner was still the governor. and there are rumors that convicts are brought to the island as workers, of course they can't leave! This island, how do you go there and how long is the boat ride? thanks.

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  12. genieJuly 13, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I have to say you live in what must be heaven on earth. All of your pictures are so beautiful. These are wonderful and that last one is divine. Wonderful captures. Genie

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  13. VintagesouthernlifeJuly 13, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    What a beautiful, serene setting. I would never have wanted to leave!

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  14. JamaJuly 13, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    What a lovely beach!

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  15. BirgittaJuly 13, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Wonderful pictures of this beautiful place!

    http://birgittasfoto.blogg.se/

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  16. edenJuly 13, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I love the place. Beautiful photos.

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  17. Hootin AnniJuly 13, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Mmmmmmmmmmmmm, heavenly scenes.


    WAVE ACTION is my watery link. Do stop by if you have time. And, have a super Wednesday!!!

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  18. Magical Mystical TeacherJuly 13, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    A private island for $7? A bargain!


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    Here’s what I would do:
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    Take a sturdy life vest,
    Strap it on your back;
    Jump into the puddle,
    Give a little quack!

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  19. AlJuly 13, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Where is Anhawan Island? Tell me, tell me hahaha! It's beautiful! Anyway, Virgin Island is just 30 mins away from Panglao island. I have a contact person there hihihi.

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  20. UnknownJuly 14, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    Interesting what you told about the owner of the island. Maybe he should buy a water filter system!

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  21. OlaJuly 14, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    This looked absolutely like a magical place worth of any price to be paid:)

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  22. Icy BCJuly 15, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    These are just very serene photos, and I always have a weakness for beach scene! They are absolutely release tension for me..

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  23. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyJuly 16, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful pictures. What a day of memories for you and your family! An island to yourself, along with some nice dogs to play with. Cool.

    Kathy M.

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  24. SivindenJuly 18, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Wonderful photos!

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