Spending weekend in Intosan Water Park Danao

So it was a day after valentines, I and my girlfriend went to Intosan Water park in Danao. Our plan was initially to go to Camotes Island, however, we don't have enough time to spare so we ended up in Danao. There are several resorts to choose from when you're going North of Cebu, but we decided to choose this place because of the pictures are so inviting  and my mepo loves swimming pool.

3 ft. swimming pool view

We arrived in Intosan around 11 am, went straight to the reception area and  paid for the room for Php 1,200.00. Then we proceed to the water park  and  waited for the 2pm check in time... The name of our room was Rosa. It was like a separate house with air conditioned and located at the back part of the water park. Just outside of it is the swimming pool. 

We have a horror story to tell about this place, but I'd rather tell the story in person. :) 

My thoughts about the place

The place is wide and ideal for family outing specially if you have kids with you because the swimming pool is only 3 ft. and 4 ft. deep so less worry for parents. 

They do not allow you to bring alcoholic beverages, because I guess they want you to buy that in their bar, but aside from that, you can bring food, soft drinks, etc.. without corkage.

Remember, when you're in Danao to check out their Lechon manok. It taste different, it taste really good. You will find it in Danao Public market.  

Here are some of the photo's I took while we were in Intosan Water park in Danao.

This their main swimming pool. It's the pool close to the tables area where we waited for our check in time.

4 ft. swimming pool. View from our table.

Their slide is pretty nice, not so long but I didn't try sliding here. I will never ever take any swimming pool slides again. Never! If you have read my previous blog posts, you'll know why. lol

Slide in Intosan Water park

We explored the resort, and we saw this small swimming pool. It's really nice but we didn't swim here. Init kaau. 

At the back of Intosan Water park I guess its just 2 ft deep so you can let your kids play here.

Entrance view of Intosan Water park

Back view of the resort Intosan

Outside our room

Back portion of the resort

See Saw at the back of the resort

Our new stuffs for swimming.

Tagging: Resorts in North Cebu, Danao, Swimming pool in Cebu.

Note: I am not paid to blog this resort. Everything I wrote here is based on my personal thoughts. If you have questions or concern about this resort, you can reach them through this link Intosan Contact Information

Random pictures of places in Cebu and other parts of the Philippines

They say I have a photographic eyes, and a natural talent with cameras... lol check out my random pictures below. Enjoy watching, and please let me know what picture you like the most through the comment section. I appreciate that a lot! :)

Samal beach with Mepo's cousins

Beautiful sunset view at Samal beach.

Going to SM Cebu

In between dump truck and sedan..

SRP sunrise picture

Somewhere near Ayala fly over and Parklane hotel Cebu

This post will be updated regularly. More pictures coming soon!

Motorcycle accident in SRP Cebu actual video

Earlier today, I decided to have a short ride to Minglanilia. Going home, I passed through the SRP road then suddenly this happen. A CB110 Honda motorcycle overtake, when the scooter suddenly turns left without signal. Good thing nothing was seriously injured. 

This reminds me of how easy life can be taken away from us especially if you are a rider. I hope this will serve as a lesson to all of us my fellow drivers. Starting today, let's drive defensively.

Whale Watching in Tanawan Oslob Cebu Province

It was weekend when we decide to take some adventure in swimming with the famous giant whale sharks in Cebu. We did some research about where to stay when we get there, and my girlfriend as usual found a place to stay in Tanawan Oslob. (She's really good at searching for cheap but nice places everywhere we go.)

We woke up at around 3am and have our things ready. We started our ride at exactly 4am going to Tanawan Oslob. After an hour ride, we reached Argao and stopped over for a cup of "sikwate and suman" the best morning snack ever. We head on to Oslob after almost 30 minutes of stop over. 

We arrived in Tanawan Oslob at around 7:30am. We went straight to "Chateau de Oslob" where we stayed overnight. It is a house owned by a kind Filipina and American couple. They have extra rooms in their house and they made it for rent. 

When we arrived, there are people renting the room but was about to check out. So while waiting for them we went to the Whale shark watching briefing center which is just walking distance from Cheteau de Osob. 

When we arrive at the briefing center, I was a surprised because there are many people already lined up for the orientation. Probably because it was Saturday. Before you can swim with the whale sharks, you will have to go through a short orientation about do's and don't's.

We paid Php 500.00 each. For foreigners I think they have to pay Php 1,000.00.

It was really worth it to be there. A combination of thrill and excitment plus amusement. Tanawan Oslob whale shark watching is worth going to.

Watch our short video from Tanawan Oslob swiming with the Giant whale sharks below. 

A short video of Secdea Beach Resort in Island Garden City of Samal

This video was taken in Secdea, Igacos. Camera used was 8ten Silver edition.

The Island Garden City of Samal is considered as one of the best tourist destination in the southern part of Mindanao. A famous white-sand beach resorts, and welcoming view of nature is what its known for.  One of the resorts I've visited there is Secdea Beach Resort located in San Isisdro, Babak Igacos.

They offer day use for P700.00 that includes the use of swimming pool up to 5pm.

The swimming pool is really wide and there's for kids and adults. If you prefer to swim on the beach, you'll enjoy the white sand just a few walk from the swimming pool. 

Here are the different services and rates available

Rooms Rates:

Seaside Rooms(2 pax)- Php 3,900

Seashell Rooms(3 pax) – Php 4,900

Sea Breeze Lodge(4 pax) – Php 7,400

Villa Secdea Two/2nd Floor (12 pax)- Php 15,900

Day Use(inclusive of Entrance, Lunch and Pool use)

Adult Rate- Php 650/pax

7 years andyounger Php550/pax

– Complimentary breakfast is served for overnight guests

Amenities Rates:

Jetskie- Php 4,000 per hour / Php2,500 per 30 min

Kayak (Single) – Php 300 per hour / Php 200 per 30 min

Kayak (Double) – Php 400 per hour / Php 250 per 30 min

Paddler Boat – Php 200 per hour / Php 150 per 30 min

Banana Boat Ride(4 pax min) – Php 300 per 30 min

Life Vest Rental – Php 150 per day

Bicyle – Php 400 per day / Php 150 per hour

Van Pick-up from Port vice-versa – Php 1,000 per way (to be arranged in advance) Helicopter Transport (3 pax) – Php 26,000 per way (to be arranged in advance)

These rates I got is as of October 2014. Please contact Secdea directly for questions and inquiry, I'm not working for them ha. Ga blog raku :)

Tags:

Resorts in Samal Island, Resorts in IGACOS, Best resorts in Samal, tourist spot in Samal Island, Swimming pool in Samal Island, Davao beach.

Enchanted river and Tinuy.an Falls up close Oct. 2014

I never been this close watching wild fishes. Enchanted river was really an awesome destination for summer. It doesn't look as awesome as before the typhoon hit this place, but it is still worth going to.

The Enchanted River is also known as the Hinatuan River. It is a very popular tourist attraction in Surigao del Sur. It is said to be wrap with mystery and features that keeps you wondering about the place.

RATE:

Entrance fee = P30 pesos

Life Jacket rent = P15 pesos

Cottage rent = P100 pesos

This rate is as of October 2014

Another tourist destination in Surigao del Sur is the Tinuy.an Falls. It doesn't look as good as what I saw in the pictures and videos. They said that it has been greatly affected by the typhoon when it hits the place.

RATE:

Entrance fee = P50 pesos

This rate is as of October 2014

Lianga Surigao del Sur, Davao City, Samal Island adventure

Going to Lianga Surigao del Sur

The route we took going to Lianga Surigao del Sur is from Cebu International Airport to Davao International Airport. 

Lianga is a fourth class municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 28,905 people. – source Wikipedia