Birthdays are always worth celebrating especially with crazy friends. So, last Saturday, a bunch of us went to Talima Beach Villas to celebrate Thomas Baby Boy’s 19th birthday. It was a beautiful day; the sun was out and although there were a few funny mishaps going to the island; it was still evident that we are going to have a great day.
I have always believed that it is not the location or the destination but it is the people I’m with that matters the most. Luckily, I had the best of both worlds. I was out with the most beautiful people at one of the best getaways in Cebu.
Talima Beach Villas is situated in Olango Island in Lapu-Lapu and the resort is adjacent to the marine sanctuary. Here’s how to get to the resort:
Head to the wharf (Cebu Port Authority Punta Engano Terminal) which is just right after the Movenpick Hotel. You can take the public boat going to Olango Island which costs 15 pesos per person plus 5 pesos for terminal fee. If you take this route then you will be dropped off at the Olango Wharf wherein you need to take a tricycle ride going to the resort. The fastest route is to ask the resort to arrange the boat ride. It may cost more but it will be a more comfortable ride since the banca will drop you off at the resort area.
Our birthday boy arranged a day use package for all of us, so we were greeted by Nadine and their friendly staff with welcome snacks and drinks. Check out the pinaypay and camote cue!
The resort has plenty of cabanas where you can place your bags or for lounging. You can also catch a few Zzzz’s while being wrapped in the cool and gentle breeze.
The day use package includes a marvelous lunch which really satisfied our ravenous appetites. The resort also has a swimming pool and we also had free passes to the Marine Sanctuary which we forgot to avail. Here’s our bountiful spread for lunch:
By the way, the bellychon is not included in their menu. But, daytrippers can just opt for the day use package without lunch and just bring their own food at no added costs.
Talima Beach Villas is your best destination if you want to get away from the usual crowd of Mactan’s popular beaches. For more information, check out their site: http://talimabeach.com/rooms/room-rates
Here are more pictures:
Have a great summer!!!!
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