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Old 11-10-2009, 01:17 AM
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my wife and i recently had a vacation at one of the best (and secret) resorts available here in the philippines -Bellarocca Island Resort & Spa.

the actual resort is a 5 minute (exciting) speedboat ride away from the main marinduque island. from manila, it's a short 30-40 minute plane ride to the main airport. once there, the resort staff are immediately on hand to take you on a 45 min van ride to the port area. once there, you can already see the actual resort, nesting quite nicely on elephant island (so called because it does look like a half-submerged elephant!).

guests have a choice of either staying in hotel rooms or suites, or their villas & terrazas. the latter option has it's own pluses: each villa has its own infinity pool & jacuzzi!

not only is the scenery breath-taking, but their customer service is also top class! if you're interested to find out more, drop by their website at bellaroccaresorts.com.

here are a few of the photos i managed to take during our weekend getaway there. hope you enjoy it!

Checking out the scene from the reception building (note the resort logo on the window)


Their infinity lap pool, sandwiched between the two hotel wings


The pavillon near the beach area (that's a terraza unit protruding from the mountain above!)
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Old 11-10-2009, 01:21 AM
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I am jealous! Looks like a fabulous, warm and sunny place. Hope you have more to share!
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Old 11-10-2009, 01:26 AM
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we were lucky that the weather cooperated with us during the time we were there. nice and warm during the day, and cool during the evening.

i have a few more shots that i managed to post-process. maybe later in the day?

thanks for viewing!
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Old 11-10-2009, 02:31 AM
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..ohh..very nice..this makes me wanna go on a holiday..got to find that Bellaroca hotel..(but it would probably cost my arms and legs and I am saving for my DSLR..haha..) Hmmn..Marinduque..matignan nga..tnx for sharing..
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I love this second shot...but the whole set is wonderful.
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Old 11-10-2009, 05:08 AM
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here are a couple more shots of bellarocca:

if you choose to take your meals outside their resto, that's no problem



outside one of their villa - each one is designed differently from the other!


they have a special promotional package right now. they're accepting bookings for their special rates only until november 14.

it's best you check out their website for the details: Home - Bellarocca Island Resort and Spa
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