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This Week in Boracay (November 06 to 12, 2016)
With less stronger winds, the White Beach attracts crowds once more.
By: Karen Bermejo | November 06, 2016
WEATHER ADVISORY
Cool and dry winds in Boracay
There is a calmer White Beach this November. (Photo by Writer)
The strong winds at the White Beach are starting to subside with the onset of the Amihan or the northeast monsoon. However, it will be mostly cloudy throughout the week with chances of showers during the evening. Minimum temperature this week is 28°C while maximum temperature is 32°C.
SIGHTSEEING TIPS
The White Beach attracts crowds once more
Tourists enjoying water activities at the White Beach (Photo by Writer)
With less stronger winds, the White Beach is starting to get crowded again with tourists. The beach gets more crowded again with the return of island hopping, banana boat rides, jet ski rides, and other water sports activities in the area. Tourists who yearn for lesser crowds can opt to go to Puka Beach, located at the northern side of the island.
Puka Beach offers a more verdant environment (Photo by Writer)
The sand in Puka Beach is made of shells so it is not as fine as those in White Beach. Tourists however can enjoy the serenity that the place can offer because only small refreshment bars are established in the area. Most bars have their own bamboo beach beds that tourists can rent. Chartered ride to Puka Beach is worth PhP150.
Some stalls selling new clothes at a lesser price at the Sunday Bazaar at Balabag Plaza (Photo by Writer)
Meanwhile, there is a Sunday Bazaar held every Sunday at Balabag Plaza at Station 1. Brand new and pre-used clothes are being sold at the bazaar. There are also native delicacies like puto, bibingka, and suman being sold there. The plaza is in front of the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, so the bazaar usually gets crowded after the Sunday Mass at 5:00 PM.
LOCAL NEWS
New offerings and location of popular stores
Seafood cooking service is now available at Gypsea Shack Bar and Grill. (Photo by Writer)
Gypsea Shack Bar and Grill is now offering Paluto seafood cooking service. Guests can choose their own type of seafood and have it cooked the way they want it. The establishment is located along the main road in Station 2.
New Halowich branch at E’Mall (Photo by Writer)
Halowich, which is one of the establishments in D’Mall has a new branch in E’Mall in Station 3. The E’Mall branch is open from 9:00 AM to 12:00 midnight. The ice cream shop is famous for their huge bowl of dessert which can be shared by big groups. They also have single-serving ice creams.
On the other hand, Italianni’s Restaurant and TGIF Boracay at the beachfront in Station 1 closed their branches already.
Find restaurants in Boracay at the Dining & Leisure Category of Shoppersguide Directory.
Catholic fellowship activities in Barangay Yapak
A gathering of catholic pilgrims will happen on November 12 at Boracay Ecovillage Resort and Convention Center in Barangay Yapak. The activity dubbed as the Day of Fellowship to celebrate the closing of the Year of Mercy will happen from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The event is organized by the Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, the diocese of Boracay.
Tighter security at D’Mall
Security check happens at the D’Mall entrance. (Photo by Writer)
Locals and tourists visiting D’Mall especially with big bags and luggage have to go through security check at the entrances, particularly at Budget Mart and at Epic Bar. Assigned guards manning the area will inspect the contents of all bags or luggage. The inspection is done to ensure security since the shopping establishment is one of the most crowded area in the island.
HOTEL AND BEACH RESORT
Eurotel Hotel at Station 2 (Photo from the Facebook Page of Eurotel Hotel)
Eurotel Hotel at Zone 7, Sitio Manggayad in Station 2 now has its own mini-grocery for its guests and visitors. Named Euromart, the store is open 24 hours daily. Aside from grocery items, it also sells souvenir items and local food products .
MAJOR AND MACRO ENTERTAINMENT
Free arts and sports lessons in Station 2
Free activities offered by Boracay Box and Ladder (Photo from the Facebook Page of Boracay Box and Ladder)
Boracay Box and Ladder in Station 2 will conduct free entertainment activities for its guests and other interested tourists. This week, they will start giving free arts and crafts lessons every Monday and Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM while on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, they will hold a frisbee clinic, also for free, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the White Beach. The first activity will be on November 7.
Camping at Bulabog Beach
Yoga, windsurfing, and kitesurfing lessons in just one camp (Photo from Wind Surf Asia)
On November 12, Windsurf Kite Yoga Camp 5 will start in Boracay and will last until November 26. The camp includes an accommodation at Reef Retreat located in Bulabog Beach, daily yoga classes, and an option to choose either a windsurfing or kitesurfing course with equipment. The camp will end with a sunset cruise followed by a traditional BBQ lunch at the White Beach.
TRAFFIC NEWS
3-day job fair in Balabag could lead to traffic build-up
Heavy traffic in front of Malay Action Center in Balabag can be expected from November 7 to 9. This could be the effect of the 3-day job fair by Magsaysay Maritime Corporation in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Malay. Hundreds of aspiring applicants for AIDA, an international cruise line are expected to attend.
Traffic will be heavier during the hours of the job fair from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM on Monday; from 10:00 PM to 4:00PM on Tuesday, and from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday.
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About Karen Bermejo
Karen is a writer, a traveler, and a volunteer. Her ultimate dream is to travel the world, master a foreign language, and learn how to swim. To keep her sanity while chasing her dreams, she’s scaling mountains on weekends.
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