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Diving is a must-do activity when traveling to Southeast Asia. I heard that Cebu in the Philippines is one of the best diving destinations, so I took advantage of my annual leave to check it out. 🚗Transportation: Take a ferry to the islands 💰Diving price: Around CNY 300-500 🌟Highlights: Cebu is also known as the "Queen City of the South" and is said to be the first city in the Philippines to become wealthy. The sardine run that went viral online a few years ago is located here. Since it was discovered by the Spanish, you can still see many Spanish-style buildings on this small island, such as churches, which are full of exotic charm. Dumaguete, just 2 hours from Cebu City, is known as the "Maldives of the Philippines." When diving here, you may encounter whale sharks, sea turtles, and other marine life! 📌Diving tips: ✅Malapascua Island: A small island famous for its thresher sharks, you can see them almost every day. Hammerhead sharks also appear here from November to May! ✅Balicasag Island: This small island is famous for its 150-meter vertical drop-off. Due to the many rose-shaped valleys, it is also known as the Rose Canyon. ✅Moalboal: This is the famous Moalboal. It is said that about 9 million sardines live here. There is also wreck diving here, which is suitable for advanced divers. ✅Mactan Island: Because it is close to the airport, it is also known as Airport Island. There are more than a dozen dive sites along the way, ranging from 3 to 50 meters deep, suitable for divers of different levels.

A great hideaway from noisy streets and roosters of the island 🏖️BAmbiance/Facilities: If you order food and drinks here, you can get a free sun bed under umbrellas 💰Average Price per Person: Minimum spend is 500 pesos 🏖️BAmbiance/Facilities: Sun beds, umbrellas, delicious food and drinks, chill music You can swim and snorkel safely here. Just leave your belongings with the friendly waiters and enjoy! 🌊🐠🐬

Malapascua is a total gem 💙 Can’t believe I got to dive with thresher sharks (yes, actual sharks!), chill on the most stunning beaches, and watch sunsets that felt straight out of a postcard. 😍 Whether you’re up for underwater adventures or just want to kick back with a mango shake, Malapascua would be the trip you didn’t know you needed 🌺🌴 P.S. The journey to this little slice of paradise feels like forever but trust me, it’s totally worth it! #philippinestrip #cebu #malapascua #scubadive #travel #beachlife

Attractions - Santo Niño Santo and Heritage Center: Built for Imelda Marcos, it houses a unique collection of antiques and artworks. - MacArthur Memorial: A small museum built in 1910 where MacArthur once lived. - Calvary Hill: Climb to the top of the mountain at sunrise every day to enjoy the view of both sides of the San Juanico Strait. - Dulio Beach: fine sand and clear water, suitable for sunbathing, swimming, diving and watching the sunset. - Malapascua Island: Not far from Tacloban, it is known for its world-class diving spots and well-preserved coral reef ecosystem. - Cathedral of San Miguel: Built in the 16th century, it has a typical Spanish colonial style and exquisite interior decoration. - Leyte Provincial Museum: displays the historical culture and natural heritage of Leyte Island, and has exhibits from the World War II period. - Camargues Falls: Located on the outskirts of the city, it is about 30 meters high. Water flows down from the cracks in the rocks. It is suitable for hiking and photography. - Tacloban National Park: It has dense tropical rainforests and a variety of wild animals and plants, and has a bird-watching platform. gourmet food - Roasted suckling pig: a traditional local delicacy with crispy skin and tender meat, often served during festivals or celebrations. - Seafood dinner: close to the sea, the seafood is fresh. Grilled fish, fried shrimp, etc. are recommended, which can be paired with coconut wine. transportation - By Plane: Tacloban can be reached by plane from Manila or Cebu, with Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport being the main gateway. - Transportation in the city: There are special transportation tools such as jeepneys, and you can also choose to take a taxi. Precautions - Weather: It has a tropical rainforest climate, which is warm and humid all year round. The rainfall is heavy in the rainy season, so it is recommended to avoid traveling during the rainy season. - Safety: Be careful in crowded places and do not carry large amounts of cash and valuables with you.

How can you go to Coron and not chase Dugong!!!😆 (Wild Dugong! So it's not a 100% chance of seeing it, it depends on your luck🐒 Sometimes dugong goes to waters with poor visibility/goes to play elsewhere and has a chance to see nothing 🥲🥲                  —— I heard there are about 100 or so Dugongs near Philippine waters! But mostly more afraid of people and there are 2 more stable and less afraid of people 😆 One is called Aban and one is called Pingas🦭 Although they are not afraid of people but!!️ Don't touch them🫡 Once they get scared they may never come back here🥲                  —— To go out to sea in the Philippines to chase Dugong requires an application! So you can only go with the dive shop The boat will be parked farther away, need to swim by yourself to find Dugong, if he goes farther will be very tired 🤣 I kicked my legs to kick The police will come up and explain what the code is before going into the sea Only 4 people + 1 instructor per dive for 15-20 minutes each time, there will be 2 police following to ensure you do not hurt / scare the Dugongs 🤣                  —— 📍Address: Near Abanaban Beach It is relatively far, coron by boat is 2-3 hours, but worth it! -Transportation: 🤩🤩 - Scope of activity: 🤩🤩🤩 - Recommendation: 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 - View: 🤩🤩🤩🤩

#Malapascua, an island that you can reach by boat from Cebu, Philippines You can see cute #thresher sharks here #If you are scuba diving, this is a diving point you must visit!! #Philippines travel #Cebu, Philippines

Great place to visit in the Philippines

Malapascua is a small island paradise located off the northern tip of Cebu in the Philippines. Known for its crystal-clear waters and rich marine life, it’s a diver’s haven. The island is famous for its thresher sharks, which can be seen year-round, making it a must-visit destination for both beginner and experienced divers. Beyond diving, Malapascua offers pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for relaxation. Don’t miss a boat trip around the island to explore hidden coves, or spend a day enjoying local delicacies like fresh seafood right by the shore. Whether you’re diving deep into the blue or soaking up the tropical vibes on the beach, Malapascua promises an unforgettable experience. #Malapascua #ThresherSharks #Philippines #DivingParadise #IslandLife

#FuriTabi 📍Location: Malapascua Island, Cebu, Philippines From the main island of Cebu, take a taxi, bus, or van to the port. From the port, it takes about an hour by boat. 💞Reasons why we recommend it: The sunset and the sea are simply beautiful. Island hopping is also great. The restaurants along the beach at North Beach have a great atmosphere and the food is delicious. There are a lot of stray dogs and cats, but they are cute. We used a motorbike taxi to get around. There are also many souvenir shops! 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: The tropical sea, beach, and weather! #CebuIsland #Cebu #CebuIslandTrip #Malapascua

Explore Cebu's Malapascua Island, known for being a diving destination where you can swim with thresher sharks, making it one of the top Visayas tourist spots. Find out about the best time to visit, how to go, where to stay, top attractions to visit in Malapascua tours, and local food you shouldn't miss in this guide. Malapascua Island, located in the northern part of Cebu, is just one of the many islands you can explore in the Philippines. But what makes this small island a must-visit is that it's the only place in the whole world where you can dive with thresher sharks on a nearly daily basis. Compared to other more popular island destinations in the Philippines. Malapascua Island is less commercially developed. And that relaxing and friendly beach vibe actually makes the island even more inviting. With a length of 2.5 kilometers and a width of 1 kilometer, you can explore the whole island in less than 2 hours, depending on how long it takes for you to marvel at its many tourist spots and activities. Even though most people visit Malapascua Island to dive and see the thresher sharks and other marine life, its small island culture, smaller crowds, and the long stretch of white-sand beaches are what makes travelers come back for more. The best time to visit is between the months of December to April. It’s always best to schedule your trip to Malapascua Island during this dry season, where there are fewer chances of rainfall and typhoon. If you want to avoid large crowds, avoid March and April. This is the Holy Week and summer season in the Philippines where more local travelers will be exploring the island destinations. The easiest and fastest way to get to Malapascua Island is to fly to Cebu directly through the Mactan-Cebu International Airport, which is located in Lapu-Lapu City just outside Cebu City. From there, you can ride a private vehicle or board a public bus to New Maya Port. Travel time from Cebu City to New Maya Port is around 4 hours. From there, you can hop on a boat going to Malapascua Island. The boat ride is between 30 minutes and 1 hour long. The earliest boat leaves at 6:30 AM while the last boat leaves at 4:30 PM. If you miss the last boat heading to Malapascua Island, you can stay at the small lodge near New Maya Port. There’s a boat every 30 minutes so don’t worry if you miss one. Each boat leaves when there are enough passengers on board. But if you want some privacy, you can also rent the entire boat. If you’re prone to getting seasick, it’s advisable to take medicine for motion sickness before boarding the boat to the island. The boat ride from New Maya Port to Malapascua Island can be a bit rough so it’s best to be prepared. #islands #seascapes #beachcheck #philippines #travelwithmai #getlostwithmai

A hotel located right next to the port of Malapascua! Great view, air conditioning and fans. Hot water is also available! Good access, but the breakfast was a bit disappointing! The front desk staff was kind, and we were able to stay without a reservation! The room was clean. There are no amenities, so you should buy them on the main island! 📍Location: Malapascua

#2024wish To the northern tip of Cebu is a stunning and undeveloped coastline of Daanbantayan. The beauty of the beach and pristine sands have not dimmed. The water is clear and refreshing. There aren’t too many water sport activities in the day time because of the boat trips to Malapascua which gives pockets of tranquility to the weary. Come, sit under the tree, and let’s plan our next adventure together! In 2024 I hope to travel around Scandinavia more. 🗺️ 💫 #travelwish

A diver's paradise

🌞 Recharging my morena batteries, I'm finally back in my happy place after a long two-month absence from the beach 🏝 In this golden sunlight, captured by the talented @bisayanghilaw, I'm reminded of the simple joys that the ocean holds. The warm rays envelop me, rejuvenating my spirit and reminding me of the peace and bliss that can only be found by the sea. Join me in embracing the beauty and serenity of nature as we let the beach wash away our worries and fill our souls with joy. Let the healing and recharging begin!