SURIGAO DEL SUR: NEPTUNE

Neptune is what they call this very cool place. It originated from its Barangay name which is Barangay Neptune, still located in Diatagon, Surigao del Sur. 

The path going to the nursery home of that Barangay is neatly planted with green, tall and vigorous Mahogany trees along the road that makes it attractive and captivating to the travelers. Often, visitors and other adventure-goers find the view fascinating that make them stop-by and take pictures. That's maybe one of the reasons why we drop-by then. 

So, it's not even prohibited to take selfies in the middle of the road? Of course not, lol (Just giving you sample, we have lots of selfies, twofies, and threefies though ;))

Actually, the road cannot be passed-by by many travellers because its not part of the national high way. The road was just built for the local settlers of that barangay so they can have better way to use for passing through especially during rainy season.

Bao-bao falls  as I mentioned in my blog (refer to this link https://phoebolous.blogspot.com/2016/08/surigao-del-sur-bao-bao-falls.html ) is just half a kilometer away from this man-made forest, so its just so accessible to those who want to take a look. You may consider to visit two cool spots at one place. Cool, isn't it?

More pictures...

Ate Alimra's signature Pose

Kuya ToTo's I'm-Not-Coming-Back Pose

The whole team during Surigao del Sur Escapade

Thanking these good-hearted human beings for inviting me to come in this only-for-singles-adventure. It was totally fun! especially the road trip going to and fro Bao-Bao falls and Baranggay Neptune. More to come. Thanks.

How to get here?

From San Francisco terminal, ride a bus going to Tandag City and drop to Diatagon, Surigao del Sur. Fare is only fifty pesos. Ride a motorcycle going to Bao-Bao falls or Neptune for twenty pesos. 

Watch for more CARAGA Adventure soon! God bless.

Come and visit.

Surigao del Sur: Bao-Bao Falls

Bao-Bao falls is one of the alluring spots of the beautiful coastal area province of Surigao del Sur. Aside from their famous and wide beaches facing the Philippine sea, the place is also gifted of other bodies of water. Bao-bao falls is one of those. It's located particularly in Diatagon, Surigao del Sur.  

This is a scene of one of the areas of the Bao-bao falls. The water during the time I visited was not as strong as usual (that's according to one of the residents), especially because of the damage brought by the storm two months ago. Nevertheless, the water is still  refreshing, it's as cold as ice, and as clear as the blue sky (though most of the color you see is green). I can even see the big stones and a trunk of a tree at the bottom of it.

This is the highest peak of the Bao-bao falls. As you can see from the picture, the ruins of the storm was still very visible. Trunks and branches of the tress from above were scattered everywhere (I think it's not totally safe for tourists, not yet). But were not tourists, were adventurers! so were taking minor adventures for the mean time. Anyways, the flow of the water is minimal since it's summer (the sun is sipping most of the waters! oh, study water cycle instead). Moreover, for adventurers like us, I advise you to bring your own tent, food, water bottles with water in it of course so that you are ready for everything when you climb up and look for your spot. There's no area or space for you to stand-by or settle so better be ready with the tent. You should also keep your own trash since there's no proper area for garbage disposal. 

This is the scene from above the falls. It was called Bao-bao falls because the main falls looks like a turtle particularly the back of the turtle where the water falls.

The entire area is not yet totally ready for more tourists, it needs more care and help of the local government unit to improve and maintain its cleanliness and nature-like ambiance.

My colleagues in my Bao-Bao falls adventure. (Ate Almira, Kuya Toto, Me)

How to get there?

From San Francisco bus terminal, ride a bus going to Tandag City and drop to Diatagon, that's fifty pesos only. Then you can ride a motorcycle or single motor going to the falls at twenty pesos per person. 

Come and visit!

Tummy Matters: Beatriz Food and Cafe

Good day everyone.

Eating has never been this good and tasty! That was my first impression after dining in Beatriz Food and Cafe. Beatriz Food and Cafe is located just along the highway of Ochoa St.,City of Butuan, Philippines and offers variety of delicious cuisine and beverages.

A shot before I eat all of them.

The restaurant is a two-storey building where the first floor serves as the dining area while the second floor is intended for various functions and services. It can also be observed that they are newly operating since the building is new, facilities are still in good condition, and it is quite obvious that only few people knew about it (Well, I can barely count the number of costumers).

My lunch partner - John Victor

Nevertheless, I highly recommend Beatriz Food and Cafe because of their beautiful place, satisfying service and oh so yummy dishes.Well, I am a die-hard fan of seafood so we ordered sizzling shrimp, special pancit guisado with seafood toppings, plated dory fish with vegies in teriyaki sauce, plated chicken for John and lemonade. Oh! my mouth waters when I think of them.

Happy together

Beatriz Food and Cafe is a good place for family celebrations, food trip with friends, snack place for relatives and dates for loved ones for they offers different cuisine in a very affordable prices. Snacks would range from 50 to 100 pesos and main courses range from 75 to 200 pesos.  You will surely be fascinated with the peaceful environment and be satisfied with your food cravings. Try also their excellent salads, sandwiches and extraordinary meat dishes. Oh! how I wish to dine again in this place. Come, eat and enjoy.

Thank you.God loves you.

Get To Know the Blogger

Greetings everyone. 

I am Phoebe Jane, a first time blogger.

A push and a sort of encouragement from a friend has helped me create this blog. So, credit goes to you friend of mine and of course, to our Almighty Father who makes all things possible. For without His great help and His divine providence, everything is worthless.

I am a grade school teacher and loves children so much.  Being in love with the teaching profession makes me who I am. I can't imagine my future self if I am not teaching. As for me, it is not only a profession but a passion. Well, aside from the joy I get from teaching kids, I also have this yearning to know more about the Catholic Faith.I want to learn Latin language and know how to defend the true faith. As a matter of fact, I am memorizing common prayers in the Rosary in Latin like Hail Mary (Ave Maria) religiously. 

I'm also fond of listening music. Nothing beats Classical music. Ave Maria and Pachelbel's Canon in violin are two of my favorites. Aside from listening, I used to play my guitar and sing RNB, mellow songs, slow rock, and pop music. Too worldly, isn't it? but mind you, I sing religious songs as well. If you can please people by your talents, make sure to please God first knowing He is the source of it. Also, don't forget to make use of the gifts, treasures, time and whatever you have to share because in the end, you will still be the one who will reap all the harvest of your labor. 

Why Blogging?

I believe writing is one of the most powerful ways to express your thoughts, your beliefs, your feelings, your brilliant ideas, your true self as a whole. It could also be a weapon to fight back and to defend ourselves against our foreign enemies. A manner in helping the frozen souls of every Filipino be awaken to save their dying country from slavery. A means of expressing ones self worth, liberalism, culture differences, and a lot more as what our ancestors did way back years ago. In this generation, blogging is a good means of educating others or vise versa. A means of widely spreading knowledge, facts, ideas, information, data of ones place, interests, and other fields. Believe me or not, moments   will come that we will surely crave for it in whatever our purpose may be. Bear in mind that education is a life long process, let us not stop learning.

I am a person who lacks  knowledge of something, if not everything. Of course I admit that. Every time I read, I am reminded that I do not know a lot of things but it didn't stop me from inquiring what I need to know, rather I am thankful. I am thankful that I know how to read, to comprehend, to learn and relearn things. That makes a man knowledgeable. But I am more thankful to the ones who keep on writing in order to give people quality information about places, health, food, people, medicine, and more. Writers, authors,and bloggers couldn't imagine how they had touched lives and helped humanity with their writings and master pieces just the way a blogger touched mine.

I made a blog not only for self expression but also for the extension to help people who may need it and may benefit from it.

Thank you. God loves you.