The most magnificent creatures I caught the night bus from El Nido to Puerto Princesa which was far more pleasant than the day bus, even though the air-con felt like it was set to minus three. I was joined by Jaimie and a group of other backpackers I had previously bumped into which was good…Continue reading Swimming with whale sharks: Cebu, Philippines
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Washed up on paradise’s shores: El Nido, Philippines
There’s a reason why tourists flock to El Nido The eight hour bus ride from Puerto Princesa to El Nido didn’t allow my body the rest it was crying out for. Windy roads and uneven surfaces meant that the day was spent sliding off my plastic-covered bus seat due to excessive amounts of leg sweat.…Continue reading Washed up on paradise’s shores: El Nido, Philippines
The longest boat ride of my life: SuperFerry, Philippines
A worthwhile experience By the time I arrived at the ferry port I was exhausted and quite frankly, glad to be starting my 28 hour voyage from Manila to Puerto Princesa. I was glad to find that the ferry taking me there was a lot nicer than the run-down cargo-ship I had imagined. It…Continue reading The longest boat ride of my life: SuperFerry, Philippines
The worst day in the best trip: Manila, Philippines
Sometimes it’s just one of those days. Since being on the road for over four months I’ve learnt to accept that days full of bad luck and poor decisions happen, that’s life, and they usually happen after a night bus like on this occasion. My day started when I was dropped off at a rundown…Continue reading The worst day in the best trip: Manila, Philippines