Take vacations. Go as many places
as you can. You can always make money but you can’t always make memories.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
I will take you to one of the
most wonderful places in Maasim, Sarangani Province. I will take you to Lemlunay.
Lemlunay is a T’boli Festival which happens annually in the Philippines
specifically in Lake Sebu. The festival highlights the rich culture of T’boli
tribe by means of traditional musical instruments and cultural dances, not to
mention the horse fight or what they call ethnic sports. Source: http://en.wikipilipinas.org/index.php/Lemlunay_(T'Boli_Tribal_Festival)
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
According to other sources,
during this festival, not only T’boli tribe culture is being celebrated but
there is a celebration of the culture of the tribes Ubo, Manobo,Kalagan,
Maguindanao and Tasaday tribes. This festive is also a form of thanksgiving for
the all the tribes which is held during September 16 -18. Source: http://www.seasite.niu.edu/Tagalog/Cynthia/festivals/lemlunay.htm
However, I won’t take you to Lake
Sebu. Lake Sebu is another wonderful place in Mindanao which caters zipline
featuring the 7 falls while doing the zipline experience. I will be featuring
Lemlunay Resort at Maasim, Sarangani Province. This resort is the home of South
Point Divers and is just a few minutes away from General Santos City; estimated
time is 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your vehicle’s pace.
They offer a lot of things like
fully air-conditioned rooms, open cottages, convention hall, camping grounds
and conference room. But what made them unique? Well, they have an infinity pool.
That is something that I haven’t seen in any of the beaches here in General
Santos City. Plus they offer scuba diving lesson and experience. In addition to
this water thrilling experience, they also offer snorkelling.
With my son.
Tita Anica by the infinity pool.
My son enjoying his newly sun-kissed skin.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
Snorkelling costs about Php 250
for the complete package. However, guides will only be there for you if they don’t
have scuba diving lessons or if they are not giving scuba diving guide for the
other tourists.
Scuba diving is Php 1500 for about 30 - 40 minutes with the master diver who would accompany you.
Infinity pool will cost you Php 100 each person whether adult or child. You will be given a paper bracelet that will let the rest of the crew know that you already paid for the pool usage. But if you already checked in, in one of their rooms, you won’t be given the bracelet anymore.
Scuba diving is Php 1500 for about 30 - 40 minutes with the master diver who would accompany you.
Infinity pool will cost you Php 100 each person whether adult or child. You will be given a paper bracelet that will let the rest of the crew know that you already paid for the pool usage. But if you already checked in, in one of their rooms, you won’t be given the bracelet anymore.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
The rock formation in diving area
is such heaven! It brings you closer to places you could only see on the
television, books or computers. The Philippines is such a lucky country for
having these wonderful sceneries. Not all countries are blessed with these
wonders.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
Photo credits to my sisters-in-law Eden and Rachel.
Food
is good. Why good? Well, to be honest their food is too costly for an average or
good taste but not the best. And believe me, when you have tasted the best, you
will find a hard time appreciating the rest. This time, I will be giving 3 out
of 5 for food taste and presentation. I don’t want to be biased because I am
pregnant when I tasted the food. But I am 4 months pregnant and no longer
craving for anything. So I would know good food from best food. But of course, Lemlunay
offers different things than that of other resorts. The main reason why you
should come here and visit the place is for you to experience underwater
encounter with the fishes. The cost of food will range from Php 190 up. That
Php 190 is good for one person only and it has only a cup or rice and viand of
your choice. Food good for 3 -5 persons is not available. Too bad cause other
restaurants in other resorts really give succulent food. Their staff and crew
are also rated 3 out of 5. Not so friendly, not so accommodating but could be
trained.
But food and customer service won't stop me from enjoying the day. I definitely enjoyed the Easter Sunday because I spent time with my family. And that is the best!
My boys: my husband and my son.
So, if you are ready to have fun
underwater, this is the place for you! Have a lovely vacation everyone! Enjoy it with the whole family or friends!
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