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		<title>Why Siargao Bleu is Our New Favorite Spot on the Island</title>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="p1">Much like everyone else I know who’s set foot on the island, I’ve developed an affinity with Siargao since I first discovered it two years ago—an affinity that I barely developed with any other place in the country, though other destinations have been just as beautiful. Maybe it’s the afterglow of riding a wave for the first time, the laidback island vibe that permeates through the community, or the incredible range of cuisines on the island as a result of the melting pot of people that have chosen to settle there. Whatever it is, there’s something about Siargao that makes you fall in love at first sight, and never truly get over it.</p>
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<p class="p1">What I did get over, though, was the constant pursuit of the thrill. Although it was a pastime I still held in high regard, surfing wasn’t on my mind during my last visit to the island. After the frenzy of approaching deadlines and the constant drone that is city life, I was looking forward to truly quiet days—the kind of days that stretch out its hours, spent in secret corners where it’s just you and the sea.</p>
<p class="p1">There seemed to be no better place to do that than in Siargao Bleu Resort &amp; Spa. Some friends had already previously visited the quiet property, many of whom shared that it was a tranquil spot to enjoy your island sojourn. “Plus, the pool is just beautiful,” one adds.</p>
<p class="p1">After the 30-minute drive from the airport, we were led to the open-air lobby, where the staff escort you to a seat and hand you a fresh coconut to enjoy. While waiting for the front desk to get everything in order, I wander off onto the deck to see that the pool was, indeed, beautiful.</p>
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<p class="p1">The sight that greets you once you set foot on Siargao Bleu’s main property is truly breathtaking—the large swimming pool stretches out to the sea, while Balinese-style villas dot its edges. Lush greenery seem to envelop the structures, while in the distance, a daybed is positioned by the seawall, its sheer canopy billowing in the wind.</p>
<p class="p1">“The interior and outdoor designs really compliment the crystal clear ocean just outside the resort,” shares Christian Pontoppidan, the resort’s marketing head. He adds that the concept was created by Bong Deiparine of Primitivo Deiparine Design in San Francisco, who is currently based in Cebu.“It is Balinese-inspired, but incorporating elements of Siargao and local artistry.”</p>
<p class="p1">The homage to Filipino creativity is most evident in the murals featured in the different rooms—painted by local artists, they depict various scenes on the island such as the Cloud 9 Boardwalk or the Magpupungko Tidal Pools.</p>
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<p class="p1">Incorporating local elements was important, as it represents the resort’s identity. “The owner of the resort was born in Siargao—most other resorts are being built by foreign expats or people from Cebu and Manila,” Chris explains. “So Siargao Bleu is a true Siarganon resort.”</p>
<p class="p1">Of course, one of the main features in Siargao Bleu is the pool, which Chris describes as the “grandest pool on the island,” and the Floating Villas. Each villa enjoys a private veranda that leads straight into the water, and a spacious bathroom with a jacuzzi tub (during our visit, the team was slowly converting the traditional porcelain jacuzzis to large stone tubs, each carved from a single piece of solid rock). There are also the Garden de Luxe rooms, in the midst of the resort’s thriving tropical foliage. The rooms in The Terraces are on the second floor, with a long hallway that look out to the neighborhood’s abundance of natural beauty.</p>
<p class="p1">“We also have personalized butler service,” Chris continues. “Our butlers, other than tending to every request, will also accompany you on any activity you go on, be it either surfing or island hopping.”</p>
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<p class="p1">The resort’s staff is eager to help arrange any excursion on the island, but sometimes the best experiences can be had in the resort itself. “Our Spa is the biggest on the island, with the most diverse treatments available and the most highly trained therapists,” Chris shares. Siargao Bleu also has film viewings by the beach on Tuesdays and Thursdays. “The movie nights are something we arrange for our guests who would like to do something other than visit our spa or swim in the pool. It’s also open to paying public guests.”</p>
<p class="p1">The hotel’s in-house restaurant Karatagan serves some of the best seafood dishes, and a beach-side bar is currently in the works. “We strive to provide the best possible facilities and service to our guests,” says Chris. “The Sunset Beach Bar will give our guests the best view of the sunset in Siargao, to be enjoyed while sipping on a delicious fruit shake or a refreshing cocktail.”</p>
<p class="p1">Doesn’t that sound like the perfect way to spend afternoons on the island? As the day winds down, I find myself settling onto the daybed that I had first eyed when I arrived at Siargao Bleu (and thankfully, you could order a drink from Karagatan for now). With the comforting sound of crashing water, the sky slowly dipping into an orange gradient and the Pacific Ocean bringing a cool breeze to share, it was truly the quiet escape I had envisioned, with an addendum. Here, it was me, the sea and a cocktail.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[Whip out those credit cards and open all those travel websites on your Bookmarks folder—Malacañan just released the list of holidays for 2017! While this year was short on regular and special (non-working) holidays, 2017 is a completely different story, full of long weekends that would be perfect for a quick vacation. Plan yours now [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whip out those credit cards and open all those travel websites on your Bookmarks folder—Malacañan just released the list of holidays for 2017! While this year was short on regular and special (non-working) holidays, 2017 is a completely different story, full of long weekends that would be perfect for a quick vacation. Plan yours now with <em>Zee Lifestyle</em>&#8216;s Travel recommendations.</p>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 1162px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/WP_20160229_16_58_00_Pro.jpg" width="1152" height="648" /><p class="wp-caption-text">HONG KONG. We love the idea of seeing New Year fireworks from Victoria Peak! When in Hong Kong, we highly recommend a stay at the Marco Polo Hong Kong and Gateway Hotels.</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/the-8-places-to-visit-in-hong-kong/">The eight places to visit in Hong Kong</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
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<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<p><strong>JANUARY 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Sunday, January 1</em> &#8211; New Year’s Day (regular)<br />
<em>Saturday, January 28</em> &#8211; Chinese New Year (special)</p>
<p><strong>FEBRUARY 2017</strong><br />
<em>Saturday, February 25</em> &#8211; EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary (special)</p>
<p><strong>APRIL 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Sunday, April 9</em> &#8211; Araw ng Kagitingan (regular)<br />
<em>Thursday, April 13</em> &#8211; Maundy Thursday (regular)<br />
<em>Friday, April 14</em> &#8211; Good Friday (regular)<br />
<em>Saturday, April 15</em> &#8211; Black Saturday (special)</p>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 1360px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/A-view-of-the-SLS-Beverly-Hills-from-the-street.jpg" width="1350" height="534" /><p class="wp-caption-text">LOS ANGELES. With Philippine Airlines flying direct to the City of Angels from Cebu, there&#8217;s no excuse not to go to the United States next summer.</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/on-board-philippine-airlines-first-ever-flight-from-cebu-to-los-angeles/">On board Philippine Airlines&#8217; first-ever flight from Cebu to Los Angeles</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
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<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<p><strong>MAY 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Monday, May 1</em> &#8211; Labor Day (regular)</p>
<p><strong>JUNE 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Monday, June 12</em> &#8211; Independence Day (regular)</p>
<p><strong>AUGUST 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Monday, August 28</em> &#8211; National Heroes Day (regular)</p>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Bokchon-Hanok-Village.jpg" width="2048" height="1152" /><p class="wp-caption-text">SOUTH KOREA. Make summer last a little longer, as the season lasts until September in South Korea. Philippines AirAsia flies direct from Cebu to Incheon, making Seoul-searching easier no matter what time of the year.</p></div>
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<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/the-top-10-things-to-do-in-south-korea-during-summer/">The top 10 things to do in South Korea during summer</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
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<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<p><strong>OCTOBER 2017</strong><br />
<em>Tuesday, October 31</em> &#8211; Additional Special Holiday</p>
<p><strong>NOVEMBER 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Wednesday, November 1</em> &#8211; All Saints Day (special)<br />
<em>Thursday, November 30</em> &#8211; Bonifacio Day (regular)</p>
<p><strong>DECEMBER 2017</strong></p>
<p><em>Monday, December 25</em> &#8211; Christmas Day (regular)<br />
<em>Saturday, December 30</em> &#8211; Rizal Day (regular)<br />
<em>Sunday, December 31</em> &#8211; New Year’s Eve (special)</p>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 1285px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/NZee-Hobbiton-Movie-Set.jpg" width="1275" height="850" /><p class="wp-caption-text">NEW ZEALAND. Experience Middle Earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set. Cathay Pacific has excellent connections from Cebu to Auckland.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/new-zealand-a-visit-to-middle-earth/">New Zealand: A visit to Middle Earth</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<p>The Philippines itself is not short on must-visit destinations. Here are some of our local recommendations:</p>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 4906px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/DSCF6863.jpg" width="4896" height="3264" /><p class="wp-caption-text">DAANBANTAYAN, CEBU. It’s a three-hour drive from Cebu City, sometimes more, which to spoiled locals is two hours longer than what they are used to. However, the whole idea of going there means readily agreeing to the long trek, as discerning travelers know. You’ll have to plan at least a two-night stay to appreciate Kandaya Resort at its best. Otherwise, don’t bother.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/moon-over-kandaya/">Moon over Kandaya</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 946px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2_DSC05714.jpg" width="936" height="624" /><p class="wp-caption-text">PANGLAO, BOHOL. Thanks to easy travel between Cebu and Bohol – a 90-minute ride by fast craft – and connectivity from the revitalized Mactan Airport, it seems like Bohol has become the “it” destination, not only for Cebu locals but to many international travelers.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/being-be-be-grand-resort-bohol/">Being Be: Be Grand Resort Bohol</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div id="attachment_11446" style="width: 1162px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-11446" class="size-full wp-image-11446" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1.jpg" alt="SUMILON ISLAND, CEBU. Explore the island on foot by following the trails that lead to Sumilon’s landmarks, including the natural lagoon, the lighthouse, the historic watchtower or baluarte, and the Yamashita caves. The path also showcases some spectacular views of the sea, especially from the highest points of the island." width="1152" height="922" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1.jpg 1152w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1-300x240.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1-768x615.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/bluewatersumilon-shiftingsands1-1024x820.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-11446" class="wp-caption-text">SUMILON ISLAND, CEBU. Explore the island on foot by following the trails that lead to Sumilon’s landmarks, including the shifting sandbar, natural lagoon, the lighthouse, the historic watchtower or baluarte, and the Yamashita caves. The path also showcases some spectacular views of the sea, especially from the highest points of the island.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/discovering-sumilon/">Discovering Sumilon</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 1322px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/housereef9-1.jpg" width="1312" height="875" /><p class="wp-caption-text">BUSUANGA, PALAWAN. You know you’re on to a good thing when you step out of the private fast craft in hundred-degree heat to the ladies room, and it’s stylishly air-conditioned. Then you walk out, and realize that the sea is on both sides. Oh yes, this is an island.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/huma-island-the-perfect-nearby-get-away/">Huma Island: The perfect nearby getaway</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
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<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 792px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Aerial.jpg" width="782" height="522" /><p class="wp-caption-text">SAMAL ISLAND, DAVAO. If Samal Island is an oyster, Pearl Farm Beach Resort is the unique and beautiful gem within. This native getaway in the midst of the Davao Gulf showcases the best of Mindanaoan culture and hospitality, proving that something authentically Filipino can be raised to world-class standards.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/iridescent-isle-pearl-farm-beach-resort-in-samal-island/">Iridescent Isle: Pearl Farm Beach Resort</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/playing-tourist-in-davao/">Playing tourist in Davao</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11303" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png" alt="post_divider" width="478" height="26" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider.png 478w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/post_divider-300x16.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px" /></a></p>
<div style="width: 5194px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" width="5184" height="3456" /><p class="wp-caption-text">SIARGAO ISLAND. The relatively untouched beaches on the island and the others dotting the waters around it, the choice waves that are friendly to both beginners and advanced surfers, the rustic charm of the small island community&#8230; Siargao is captivating, and you’ll be hard-pressed to keep from falling in love with the place.</p></div>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/surfs-up-in-siargao/">Surf&#8217;s up in Siargao</a> (via Zee Lifestyle)</li>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“Be careful. Once you’ve been to Siargao, you’re going to keep going back.” That was the warning from most friends when they learned about the imminent <em>Zee Lifestyle</em> trip. There are a variety of reasons behind the declaration: the relatively untouched beaches on the island and the others dotting the waters around it, the choice waves that are friendly to both beginners and advanced surfers, the rustic charm of the small island community. Whatever the reasons are, it always comes to the same conclusion—Siargao is captivating, and you’ll be hard-pressed to keep from falling in love with the place.</p>
<p>That collective opinion was enough to get us excited to find out for ourselves. Our verdict? One of us said it best while lounging on a daybed by the pool on our last morning on the island: “So when are we coming back?”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WHAT TO DO</strong><br />
<em>by Shari Quimbo</em></p>
<p><strong>Surfing</strong><br />
No visit to Siargao Island is complete without hitting the waves. Turtle Surf Camp offers surfing packages for beginners to intermediate surfers. The 1:1 student to instructor ratio makes for optimized training, and guarantees safety especially for beginners. The camp also offers guided surf trips—advanced surfers can take a motorbike to more isolated locations or take the boat out to waves in between the islands.</p>
<div id="attachment_10623" style="width: 2560px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10623" class="size-full wp-image-10623" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Turtle's Surf Camp in Siargao Island (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2550" height="1700" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2550w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Turtles-Surf-Camp-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2550px) 100vw, 2550px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10623" class="wp-caption-text">Turtle Surf Camp in Siargao Island (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>With its three standard rooms with double occupancy and one family room that can take in four people, Turtle Surf Camp’s accommodations are simple yet comfortable. Cozy and intimate, the surf house invites you to treat it much like your own—spend time in the communal open-air kitchen or take a dip in the pool while mingling with fellow guests. The jumbo hammock is a great spot to relax in the afternoon, and you can even organize barbecue nights on the lawn.</p>
<p><em>Purok 
V, 
General 
Luna, Surigao del Norte</em><br />
<em> +63 
939 
569 
2498 | <a href="http://surfcampsiargao.com">website</a></em></p>
<p><strong>Island Hopping</strong><br />
“It looks like the saturation is turned up high here,” one of us says in awe of the sight of Naked Island, the first of the three islands we were visiting that day. The view was definitely the kind that seemed too perfect to be an actual place—the sky had barely a cloud in it, its blue dipping down to the darker gradients of the ocean, while the white island stood out in the horizon. Despite the already beautiful weather and water we witnessed while boarding the banca at Jade Star Lodge, we didn’t quite expect the island to be this picturesque.</p>
<div id="attachment_10614" style="width: 5194px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10614" class="size-full wp-image-10614" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Naked Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="5184" height="3456" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 5184w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Naked-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 5184px) 100vw, 5184px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10614" class="wp-caption-text">Naked Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>Naked Island is the furthest of the three frequented destinations that dot the water across General Luna, and is so named for its complete lack of vegetation, save for some dried seaweed that washed up on the sand. Apparently, we had come at the right time—the early morning sun wasn’t too harsh, which was a good thing since there was absolutely no place to find shade.</p>
<p>After the obligatory photo ops, we head back onto the boat to Daku Island, the largest of the three. With many fishermen living on the island, it’s the perfect spot for lunch—as we dock and head to one of the cottages, someone comes up to us and offers fresh seafood. There are few things more satisfying than enjoying an ocean breeze and lunching al fresco on something that had just been swimming out in the water that morning. We spend a few more moments seeking refuge from the heat, and then explore the island’s long shoreline.</p>
<div id="attachment_10621" style="width: 2410px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10621" class="size-full wp-image-10621" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Daku Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2400" height="1600" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2400w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Daku-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10621" class="wp-caption-text">Daku Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>Back on the boat after lunch, we head off to Guyam. Just as the boat approaches it, our iphones go on overdrive as we capture its breathtaking sight—if you tried to imagine the perfect tropical island, your fantasies would most likely look like Guyam. The tiny atoll had a group of vividly green trees in the middle, while a ring of white sand runs along one side and an outcropping of rock formations on the other. Come low tide, the rocks turn into little tidal pools that are incredibly photogenic.</p>
<div id="attachment_10624" style="width: 4927px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10624" class="size-full wp-image-10624" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Guyam Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="4917" height="3278" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 4917w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Guyam-Island-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 4917px) 100vw, 4917px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10624" class="wp-caption-text">Guyam Island in Siargao (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>With cheeks sunburnt and skin two shades darker than it had been the night before, we head back to General Luna, where the long stretch of white beach during low tide greeted us. As our boat hits the sandy bottom and we jump off into the shallow water, someone says, “we just left, and I miss the islands already.” I didn’t have to look at anyone to know everyone totally agreed.</p>
<p><em>Jade Star Lodge<br />
c/o Anita Quintas | +63 919 234 4367</em></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WHERE TO EAT</strong><br />
<em>by Bea Prospero</em></p>
<div id="attachment_10619" style="width: 2410px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10619" class="size-full wp-image-10619" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Aventino's Pizza, Pasta and Vino (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2400" height="1500" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2400w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x188.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x480.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Aventinos-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x640.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10619" class="wp-caption-text">Pizza and beer at Aventino&#8217;s Pizza, Pasta and Vino (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p><strong>Aventino’s
 Pizza, 
Pasta 
and
 Vino</strong><br />
If your pizza cravings get out of hand during your island escape, the pizza gods have given Siargao Aventino’s Pizza, Pasta and Vino. The restaurant offers great thin-crust pizza that goes well with their selection of beer and reasonably priced wines. The well-lit nooks and vibrant interiors welcome guests in their three branches on the island—there’s one at Cloud 9, another in General Luna and the latest outlet in Dapa. Try the best-selling Tricia—three layers of pizza with vegetables, meat and cheese—or order the lasagna that’s rich in flavor and made with freshly rolled thin dough, perfect for a pasta fan.</p>
<p><em>General Luna, Surigao del Norte | +63 918 338 8961</em></p>
<div id="attachment_10620" style="width: 2410px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10620" class="size-full wp-image-10620" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Patrick's on the Beach (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2400" height="1600" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2400w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Patricks-on-the-Beach-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10620" class="wp-caption-text">Patrick&#8217;s on the Beach (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p><strong>Patrick’s
 on 
the 
Beach</strong><br />
Siargao’s first beach resort has the perfect beach location and an inviting rustic vibe, but it goes even further with an extensive selection of local and international dishes. Situated in General Luna, the resort’s owners Andreas and Elizabeth Mikoleiczik are dedicated to keeping the casual island feel of the resort while making sure they give their guests a memorable experience. With recipes created and perfected by Andreas himself, the restaurant features a menu that explores various international flavors—from India to England, Germany to the Philippines. The Carribean Mango Curry, in chicken or fish, is a must-try, as well as a serving of their sizable burritos. Whatever your choice, try it with a bottle of their own Yo Ho Ho Mango Rum, which they make themselves—the rum will soon be available in a number of flavors, including durian. Enjoy the meal at their large communal dining tables, or head outside to the beachside huts for a relaxing view. And with the Tree House Bar currently in the works, we’re already looking forward to visiting Patrick’s the next time we’re on the island.</p>
<p><em>General Luna, Surigao del Norte | +63 918 481 6483</em></p>
<div id="attachment_10618" style="width: 2560px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/La-Luna-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10618" class="size-full wp-image-10618" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/La-Luna-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Curry at La Luna (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2550" height="1700" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/La-Luna-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2550w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/La-Luna-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/La-Luna-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2550px) 100vw, 2550px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10618" class="wp-caption-text">Curry at La Luna (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p><strong>La 
Luna 
Café 
and 
Restaurant</strong><br />
Just minutes away from Cloud 9 is La Luna Resort’s Café and Restaurant, a cozy al fresco-dining establishment with various cuisine selections on its menu. Owned and managed by Filipino-German couple Lino and Susi Agudo, La Luna is all about a laid-back ambiance— guests, in fact, are required to take off their shoes and slippers while inside the restaurant; a pair of hammocks hangs on one end to relax in while waiting for your food. The restaurant ranks third of 21 restaurants on TripAdvisor, and rightfully so, with their delicious offering of local and authentic international dishes. Try the delectably spicy curry, a generous serving of pork schnitzel or their spicy pork chop.</p>
<p><em>General Luna, Surigao del Norte | +63 910 752 1262</em></p>
<p><strong>The Pleasure Point Cafe</strong><br />
Good coffee is a hard find in Siargao Island. Thankfully, The Pleasure Point Cafe offers one of the best tasting coffees, with beans made and roasted in the Philippines, which are then freshly milled before each serving. Besides great coffee, Pleasure Point also serves healthy food, drinks, and desserts. The caramel cheesecake is a must try. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a taste of heavenly cheesecake in a laid back cafe only here at Pleasure Point. (<em>by Mayan Benedicto</em>)</p>
<p><em>Purok V, General Luna, Surigao del Norte<br />
+63 917 760 3837 | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/siargaocafe/">Facebook</a></em></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WHERE TO STAY</strong><br />
<em>by Patty Taboada</em></p>
<p><strong>Kalinaw Resort</strong><br />
A passionate duo of French designers pays a fitting tribute to the beauty of Siargao through Kalinaw Resort, which sets the bar high for luxury accommodations in this island paradise.</p>
<p>Stretched out on more than a hectare of land, Kalinaw Resort has five villas, a restaurant and a swimming pool. It’s also the only resort in the island that has a beachfront, with the iconic Siargao waves visible from a distance. It’s a charming yet intimate getaway for people who, according to owners Fred De Backer and Pierre Zappavigna, enjoy beauty and good food with a little touch of adventure. “When we arrived in Siargao ten years ago, the existing resorts catered mostly to backpackers,” explains Fred. “The concept of Kalinaw Resort is to offer the experience of privacy and comfort in a nice and polished environment.”</p>
<div id="attachment_10616" style="width: 2560px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10616" class="size-full wp-image-10616" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2550" height="1700" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2550w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-02-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2550px) 100vw, 2550px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10616" class="wp-caption-text">Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>The villas, lined up in a row and all nestled within greenery, looked like luxurious beach cottages. Each one had a trail of sand leading to a wooden boardwalk, which takes you to the roomy al fresco area decorated with a couch, a chaise and a coffee table. Glass doors open up to a spacious bedroom, with an invitingly large bed flanked by two equally enticing couches on each side of the room. It looked every inch the honeymoon paradise.</p>
<p>While four of the villas look more or less the same with the exception of a few little decorative details, the fifth villa stands out from the rest. A recent addition to Kalinaw Resort, the last villa is twice the size of the deluxe villa, and boasts of an indoor living room, a mezzanine area with a massage bed in the bathroom, and a lap pool in its al fresco area.</p>
<div id="attachment_10615" style="width: 2410px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10615" class="size-full wp-image-10615" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="A villa at Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2400" height="1600" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2400w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-01-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10615" class="wp-caption-text">A villa at Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>A private pool may have its appeal, but the resort’s main pool is tempting in itself. The infinity lagoon gives off a stunning effect, reflecting the nearby palm trees and seamlessly merging with the Pacific Ocean over the horizon. It’s also the perfect venue for cocktails after a long day of soaking up the Siargao sun.</p>
<p>The other dining establishment in the resort is the main restaurant, known for it’s authentic thin crust pizzas, cooked in an Italian-made wood-fire oven. It also serves its homemade French baguette for breakfast—a perfect mix with fresh fruits, crepes, and eggs served in various styles.</p>
<p>Since it opened in 2007, Fred believes that after all this time, Kalinaw Resort has become an example of a well-made resort in terms of design, quality food, and service. “We have increased the standard of Siargao providing luxury accommodations,” he says. The resort has seen continuous improvements over the years, with the latest addition being six Dedon Dala couches along the beachfront, perfect for curling up on a lazy afternoon with a book.</p>
<div id="attachment_10617" style="width: 2410px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10617" class="size-full wp-image-10617" src="http://res210.servconfig.com/~zee/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg" alt="Infinity pool at Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)" width="2400" height="1600" srcset="https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle.jpg 2400w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-300x200.jpg 300w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-768x512.jpg 768w, https://zee.ph/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Kalinaw-Resort-03-photo-by-John-Ong-for-Zee-Lifestyle-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-10617" class="wp-caption-text">Infinity pool at Kalinaw Resort (Photography by John Ong, originally published in Zee Lifestyle, March 2015)</p></div>
<p>With the numerous things you can do on Siargao Island, you’d be hard-pressed to find a place that will never make you want to go out and explore. As it is, Kalinaw Resort tempted us to do just that.</p>
<p><em>General Luna, Surigao del Norte | <a href="http://www.kalinawresort.com">website</a></em></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>HOW TO GET THERE</strong><br />
Cebu Pacific Air flies to Siargao Island once a day. Visit <a href="http://www.cebupacificair.com">www.cebupacificair.com</a> for flight schedules.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>photography <strong>John Ong</strong><br />
<em><strong>Read more about Siargao on </strong></em><strong>Zee Lifestyle</strong><em><strong>&#8216;s March 2015 Travel issue.</strong></em></p>
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