Two architect friends
of mine now working abroad one in Abu Dhabi and another in Qatar happened to
have simultaneous vacation here in the
country. Mark who has already joined me in some trips to the beaches called up
to surprise me of his arrival. Right away he suggested or insisted that we go
to some beach for a short break. He wanted to go to Batanes which he knew I
haven’t been to. However, we could only
squeeze in two days for that considering also my hectic schedule being the
month of May with the plentiful fiestas to attend to and the upcoming
installation of the new Archbishop of Palo and his limited vacation. Considering the large expense especially for
the airfare, the two days trip would not be worth it. I told Mark that we just settle for a place
nearby which they haven’t been to. Rio who just got married would have to bring
his wife of course, so we had to go to some resort instead of an adventure camping
trip to some undiscovered beaches. I decided that the island of San Antonio, N.
Samar was the perfect place for this short break.
Two resorts have
sprung up just beside the Haven of Fun Beach Resort since we last visited San
Antonio: Seashore Spring Beach Resort and Puro Beach Resort which sits between
the two resorts. Since the Haven of Fun
was fully booked when we called up, the parish priest of San Antonio who
happened to be a former student of mine recommended to us the Seashore Spring
Beach Resort. We found out that the latter has lower rates than the others. The
resort has also a restaurant hence food is not a problem. The resort has a
homey atmosphere with manicured lawns also.
There is just junior fence which separates the beach from the resort. We
asked why it was called Seashore Spring Beach Resort. The explanation given was
that there is a spring water arising from underneath just at the seashore. Perhaps
that explains why there was this oily like surface water by the seashore as
the cold spring water from underneath
mixed with the warm water on top.
Jump off point for San
Antonio is at the town of Victoria, N. Samar. The fare is only 30 pesos. There
are several boats which ply the route any time of the day. Usually the boat would wait for at least 13
passengers before they would jump off. But if one is in a hurry he can just pay
for the lacking passengers and it’s only a twenty minute ride to the island.
I find San Antonio a
very refreshing and relaxing experience.
With its white sand beach which is just a few steps away from one’s room,
it’s peaceful atmosphere and good food and drinks at very reasonable price all
make for a good break.
The following day I
suggested that we visit the island of Capul which was just behind
the island of San Antonio. For 1,500 we were able to get a boat which brought
us to Capul and then brought us back to Victoria for our trip back home. They did not regret in deciding to go to Capul
as we had a good time visiting the church and the lighthouse with its picturesque
landscape. I also got to swim there, a
thing which I was not able to do in my previous visits as the waves were strong
by the rocky beach. This time, I had a grand time swimming in what was an aquarium-like setting, with beautifully colored corals and
vegetation. From the town of Capul, the lighthouse which is at the northern end
of the island is a seven kilometer ride
by motorcycle. They asked for a 200
pesos round trip ride per person.
Contact no for Seashore Beach Resort: 0928-9955-095
Aircon room good for 2 pax w/o TV - P800.00
Aircon room w TV good for 4 is P1,000.00
Aircon room w/o TV good for 6 pax - P1,200.00. Additional P100 /pax for excess.
Non aircon w.o TV good for 4 pax – P700. Maximum capacity of
8 to 9 pax P75 additional per pax
New cel number of Haven of Fun Beach Resort: 0917-790-6594
Puro Beach Resort: 0916-545-0468/ 0908-255-6562
New cel number of Haven of Fun Beach Resort: 0917-790-6594
Puro Beach Resort: 0916-545-0468/ 0908-255-6562
The white sand beach of San Antonio Island, N. Samar
Sunrise in San Antonio
The morning sun casts warm color to the resort
The Puro Beach Resort which is just beside the Seashore Spring
Puro Beach at the foreground and the Seashore Spring at the back.
Haven of Fun Beach Resort which was the original resort in this area.
The manicured lawn of Seashore Spring Beach Resort
With a gleaming sun, the resort just looked magnificent.
Snorkeling in San Antonio.
With a floating cottage we could row further from shore for a fun dive.
With my nephew Ian, Rio and Mark.
At the St. Ignatius Church in Capul with Ian, Rio, Lea, myself and Mark.
Facade of the St. Ignatius Church of Capul
The couple Rio and Lea at the Capul lighthouse
A magnificent view fronting the lighthouse
Ian, Rio and Mark having fun at the promontory of the lighthouse.
I got to swim this time at the aquarium-like sea by the lighthouse.
The fortress surrounding the church in Capul.
8 comments:
you're back!!!! i love you beachanatic!!!!
i love you beachanatic. thank you for posting again.
Nice! Good looking group in a great looking beach! Wow, this is a great blog!
Nice! Good looking group in a great looking beach! Wow, this is a great blog!
Wow, ganda naman po ng pictures. Andyan din po ako sa Capul around the time na andyan kayo ;) I enjoyed visiting going around the town.
Looks very nice! What is easiest/fastest way to go from Manila to San Antonio?
Cheers,
Mika
I am also a waray, coming from Calbayog City, Western Samar. It so happened that I indexed a magazine that featured San Antonio, Capul Island. Grabe I've gone to Boracay twice, but haven't discovered until now thru online na may paradise resort pala dyan near our place, just like a jewel. Will surely recommend this haven place for future company outing, family reunion and personal visits. Daghang salamat!
From Calbayog, Western Samar pwede kya mag boat going to Capul?
Thanks,
Agnes Sambalilo-Barsaga
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