SEAIR is the colors of Asia!

It's my first time to come aboard with Seair which took me safe to my many 'first time' in Boracay. The Bora-escapade was an unforgettable trip, honestly I can't get enough of it until now, perhaps that's how the astonishment of the whole journey had rid of me..

Dornier 328 at Caticlan airport.

The carrier that flew us to the paradise was Seair! An airline which caters regional flights all over the Philippines. A month before the flight, I was thinking twice if I'll still go on with the Seair because of the incidents that they were involved several months ago which is really alarming for me as a passenger but all of the worries suddenly vanished when we were handled delicately at the airport by their ground staff, having a cue that the rest will going to be alright as well.

A shuttle bus conveyed us safely to the place where the airplane was parked and then by the stair, I was greeted by a warm smile of the welcoming flight attendant on the door step of the cabin which was I found so nice. The routine explanation of the safety procedure was clearly and properly narrated and the rest was history.

After the snaack ~ Flavorish nuts!

Even though there was a delayed for about half hour of my return flight to Manila, Seair's services was a compromise to consider. The shuttle services at the Caticlan airport exclusively for the Seair passengers is great -- instead of letting their passengers commute by themselves, Seair provided a bus to hand a seat.

Unfortunately we weren't able to avail the free back and forth boat ride to the island of Bora because we were unaware of the priveledges from Seair. A good pack of treats but it's our ignorance's fault (we'll exert effort next time to ask) so nothing to take away from the commendable services of Seair. Thumbs up!

MY BORA EXPERIENCE!

Flight's final approach to the Caticlan Airport, Boracay at glance.

It's my first time to visit the beautiful island of Boracay. The visit informed me a few little facts about the flourishing paradise; 35 minute distance from Manila via plane travel (faster than a taxi ride from Caloocan to our house in Sampaloc, Manila..wow), Bora is still part of Luzon, it's under the province of Aklan, 70% in Bora are foreigners especially koreans, and every move spells money but nonetheless it's a 5 star tourist spot, worthy of it.

..After the flight, a shuttle bus (thanks to Seair) at the Godofredo Ramos, Caticlan airport awaited to escort us towards the port for a 10 minute boat ride onto the main island of Boracay.

Finally.. A stepped to the flawless white sand.

The best beach I've ever seen in my entire life. Funny thing is I was startled -- I haven't seen the rest to enjoy but I've immediately told myself, "definitely I'll be back here", such an alluring place, now I know why Boracay is a world class attraction.

The white sand is powder-like which so soft and comfortable to step on. I've seen several tourists don't mind wearing footwears, they preferred to feel the soothing sand instead. The beach water is like a shade of aquamarine.. So crystal clear, a perfection of beauty and yet with the white sand, it is indeed.

Bora is unbelievable and so as the food.

Our eyes were so full of wonderful sceneries, however we also need to feed our tummies with delicious Bora delicacies. Pasta ala Marinara didn't fail my italian craving along with a lot more; fettucini alfredo, pizza, chicken, mojos, and many more island food which derailed my diet. The island is so perfect, thus the beautiful sultry weather dictates anything cold to quench the thirst.

The classic-talk about Jonah's Fruitshake is a part of the Bora experience which can't be missed. Whoever Jonah is, it's the best in the island, and if you fail to have their refreshing drinks, perhaps your bora journey I must say is incomplete. Lucky us! (:

The Paraw is a double outrigger sail boat found in the Philippines.

There are more to Boracay than the beach and the food. The water activities are imperative to indulge. We enjoyed the Paraw Sailing at the sunset, even though we sat at the edge wing which is a bit uncomfortable (it's my butt only) but I wasn't able to to notice it actually when it started to sail towards the clear outskirt. The paraw navigates along with other paraws wandering at the calm sea water intending to project a nice Boracay point of view from the sea. It's a wonderful pleasure to ride the classic Paraw boats of Aklan.

Viewing the coral reef and feeding fishes -- isn't awesome?

Island hoping and snorkeling took us to an another fun adventure at Bora. It took us 3 hours to finish the trip. We circled the whole island and seen the Crocodile Island (crocodile shaped island), Puca beach which is so beautiful, it's located at the other side of the Bora proper, The Pearl of the Pacific island which is a private island full of adventerous caves. We also passed by the Pacquiao Mansion and Shangri-La Boracay for some nice pictures. After sometime, we were able to snorkel at the astonishing coral reef and yet fed some colorful fishes underneath. A floating buko boat was so cool! It arrived to rehydrate us after a long fun water activity. The whole island hoping experience was such a splendid!

Boracay is really the gateway to paradise. From head to toe, vise versa, everything is marvelous. I've said enough perhaps.. It is such an unforgettable experience. A world class beach in the Philippines! The best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be! (:

BOO!

Well I don't like the outcome of the UAAP cheerdance competition. It sucks when UP was awarded the 2nd runner up, having a stellar performance and a very delicate one, the UP-ikot jeep was so classic, come on..there's something wrong! A dire act to sabotage the 3-peat.

It's ok for me that ADMU had it this time around since the Blue Babble Battalion's improvement was very evident, it shows that they are really up for something this year but I think 3rd place would be appropriate given that UST and UP did showcase better..

So it's down to the 1st place, I'm thinking it's a toss up between UP and UST, well..yes I was disgusted. When I saw Anton Montinola's (FEU manager, UAAP president for this year, sucker) devious smile, I knew it's going to be FEU. How could someone smile confidently in amidst of nervous moment? Well I guess he knows the result even though it was yet to be announced, what a scumbag!

Fried Bread Roll! Stuffed with ham, cheese and flavored outside with egg, bread crumbs.

It saved the day! It's like we had pizza, so heavy in the tummy, thanks to mom. (:

Survival Thursday!

The DLSU Green Archers chances of making it to the final-four was at stake, same as the UST Growling Tigers. The only way DLSU will get a shot at the final four is to force a play-off against the UST, DLSU > NU, UE > UST, that's the basic equation needed to tie the standing at 6-8, both UST & DLSU.

However UST has its own fate on their hands while DLSU has to hop over NU and hope that UE wins against UST..so it's like the Espana-based squad has more control about the situation given that they only need to win the game to secure the final four slot.

One happy guy because Yuumi went to the house yesterday to watch UAAP with me.


"GO USTE!" One happy tomasian,
NU defeated DLSU, 63-61. UST automatically advances to the final four.

At the second game, even though UST lost to UE, the game has no significant bearing, UST will still move on to the next round despite their lose, given that DLSU lost, which fail to tie the standing within par.

We celebrated eating a lot of ice cream. :3

David and Goliath 2!

First game, UST vs AdU, lights off in the arena, we arrived an hour before the game starts.

Second game -- UP got smothered by ADMU 93-75, it has been expected by not only me for sure but the upset at the first round was still marvelous, a classic example of "don't underestimate your opponent". It was a full house event, even though we arrived so early...the tickets were sold out, though we had the SRO tickets for the ring side (I don't know if I'll consider it we were lucky).

The fighting maroons started the ball game flat agaisnt the 14 point lead of the blue eagles. And the same problem continuous for the Diliman-based squad as the game proceed being down by more than 10 point margin. However the UP pep squad performed like a champion on the halftime, perking up the spirit of the 'downed' maroons.

Moving along in the game..at some point of the 3rd quarter, father of Arvie Braganza, UP's team captain, was bed into the stretcher because he feinted within the crowd. We were there a couple of seats away which imposed the game to be stopped. Everybody was startled..while the medics were not yet at the scene, atenean seatmates were trying to help out in aid. Both UP and ADMU players went to their respective huddles to offer prayers, same with the crowd. An applaud was heard as the stretcher was lift onto the ambulance for medical aid.

The game resumed, the story unfolded with the same drama. I was expecting it to happen, nevertheless I enjoyed the stay with my family. Probably the last UP game we'll watch for this season. Until next year, UP FIGHT!