I must admit, I was not looking forward to Amanpulo for one reason– the plane ride. You see, I don’t really like small planes. I fear turbulence. I think the more times I fly, the more fearful I become. So I become so religious each time I fly– I really pray and pray hard I do *hahahaha*. I know, laugh, but I have gone through unpleasant flight experiences (we’re talking major turbulence) that small planes freak me out. Apparently though, smaller planes are safer than big planes! In any case, I was still afraid.
So when we got to the lounge for Amanpulo, I actually downed a glass of vodka tonic with banana bread (hahaha that was my lunch, and NO I’m not a raging alcoholic hahaha). I will tell you that it did calm my nerves. Until I saw the actual plane. *Gulp*
The plane we will take was on the right– not that one on the left (apparently the left one is for sale. Peeps!! Who wants to buy a plane?? hehehehe)
I can already feel the island hospitality when I boarded the plane. Cold towels!
Inside the plane.
Each passenger gets these:
I was seated right beside the propeller,
so it was necessary to wear the ear plugs, but I just decided to listen to music.
Eventually I fell asleep (thank God!!), and after 1 hr. 05 mins later, I heard the captain say we were landing.
That island you see, is AMANPULO. You see the landing strip on the left? 🙂
We were greeted by these 🙂 Golf carts, and the wonderfully warm staff and managers from the island!
Sampaguita for everyone. Heavenly scent! I actually couldn’t wait to see the island.
And we were driven to the Beach Club by our lady host named Lynn.
Bag hags, Mrs.T has arrived in Paradise!!! (Look at the water!!)
This, is Amanpulo 🙂 And The Bag Hag leaves her mark *hehehe* 🙂
This is heaven on earth…
Now let me stop right here. I have to get some shuteye now because there are MORE photos to take tomorrow and more things to do 🙂 🙂
It’s official– you DON’T have to be with your loved one in Amanpulo. It’s not just a lovers’ island. It’s the perfect weekend getaway– and it’s in the Philippines (and yes, by coming here, you are helping our economy!) Gosh, listen to me. I am already singing praises about Amanpulo but I haven’t even begun to discuss what I have done today 🙂 *I will hold that off for tomorrow’s post :)*
In case you are interested in Amanpulo, you can contact CV Travel‘s Claudette Vitug (+63917) 536-8545 who had arranged this whole getaway. CV Travel carries packages to Amanpulo. And let me tell you now, it’s WORTH IT to go there. Before I got married, I liked beaches (but I’ve never been to Boracay– as in, NOT EVEN ONCE!!!) but somehow after I got married, I lost interest in beaches (partly because DH isn’t into beaches too, and well, I became kinda averse to the sun because of my age spots and freckles hahaha). But I’m soooooo glad I’m reacquainting myself again with the sea and the beach!! It’s really beautiful and so magical. And peeps, you don’t need to have a “partner” to share Amanpulo with. Just bring your girlfriends 🙂 This time I can honestly say that I can forego Europe for Amanpulo 🙂
More on Amanpulo tomorrow 🙂 I guarantee, the photos are breathtakingly beautiful that you’d want to come here!!
P.S. if you want real-time photo updates tomorrow, get a Twitter account and add me 🙂 I’m “thebaghag” there 🙂
x
Mrs. T
Wow, THAT is paradise! Heaven on earth. Enjoy your holiday. One day, I wanna go there. But is it super expensive? 🙂
@freshmess: they have excellent packages for Filipino residents! But they’re only available thru travel agents- CV travel is one of them 🙂
Hey, Mrs. T! A super good friend of mine works there at Aman! That’s wonderful you got reaquainted with the beach! I mean, who wouldn’t fall in love with Amanpulo, right? I’m sure pictures won’t do the beauty of the place any justice. Can’t wait for your full post!
wow Mrs. T, you must be really really rich! I can only dream of going to Amanpulo, thanks for sharing your amanpulo experience.
offtopic: is it okay to link you up? please let me know by leaving a line on my site. Thanks again. Best regards.
Awwwww, I’m loving this place. Can’t wait to see more pics.
I wish I was there… I think Amanulo is WAY BETTER than those earthly and polluted Boracay beaches.
Ingrid,
That is me on the right side of the photo you took on the plane. You make me realize how out-of-proportion I look in that little, little flying machine.
Best,
Lee
i am so happy for you … i have not been to Amanpulo but i had friends before telling me that it is a wonderful experience.. most especially during those times na super new pa sia.. i will keep checking your posts .. well i always do .. take note of that my friend.. i never miss a day that i won’t open your blog.
God bless .. enjoy there!
docD
wow! Enjoy paradise! 🙂 One of my dream destination next to Batanes!
I enjoyed snorkeling with you, too. No, I stay until Friday. How long are you here for?
Lee
@Lee: Hey! I didn’t realize that 🙂 It was nice snorkeling with you + nice to meet you! Are you going back again tomorrow?
@PBB: believe it or not, I haven’t set foot in Boracay shores yet LOL
@appledumplings: Ooh, what’s in batanes?
@DocMerge: You’ll love it here. The best thing is, they do have local resident rates! So I am definitely going back here!
@Leah: It’s gorgeous here!
@erLyN: Errr.. no I’m not rich. Actually you don’t have to have $$$ to stay in Amanpulo- the best thing about this place if you’re a local resident of the Philippines is, you get local rates!
@nanayniisay: Ooh who’s your friend here, maybe we already met her 🙂
just a fun question? since we saw your lovely beach sandals!!
we want to see how much luggage you brought for this trip.
and what bag you used around the beach!!!
waiting for pics and maybe a perfect resort ensemble!!
Jap boi
btw pure envy!!!
aman was perfect for me too, except for the mosquito bites. did you have any?
@irene: No, I didn’t get any bites 🙂 Lucky! And it’s pretty windy too so there was no mosquito around! Yay 🙂
@Lee: Are you snorkeling again tomorrow morning? We’ll be at the Beach Club for breakfast tomorrow (I think we’re looking at before 10am — hopefully hahaha).
Mrs. T,
Her name is Michi, she’s an assistant of the manager or something. Petite, Tanned (of course), chinita girl. She’s really chika, so if you’ve met her, you probably won’t forget her. LOL
@nanayniisay: Oh yes! I met michelle today! She took us around the private Villas!!! But does she know you as “nanayniisay”? 🙂 She’s gorgeous! And what a great tan too!!!
Wow Mrs. T ! Have been going island hoping in Palawan every two years when I visit my Lola I have been hearing great thing about Amanpulo and how expensive to go to that Island!
Thanks for the tip that they have agents that give local resident rates!
hope to hop in this island soon … have to save! save ! save!
have fun!
cgr =D
That’s wonderful! No, she doesn’t know my feeling blogger identity. LOL She knows me as Mina, her sister from another mother. We worked together here in St. Louis, MO at the Marriott. :)) I can’t wait to read your article after I post this comment!
Batanes is more of hills, and more green green green! 🙂 I’d like to see the stone houses and the sceneries of course. The pocket can only afford Batanes for now, but will definitely ask SO to take me to Amanpulo soon! LOL!
Hi Mrs T,
I’m a big fan of yours..it has been my ritual to open your blog,Ms Cecile’s(Chuvaness) and Ms. Daphne’s for more than a year now and i’ve always admired your sense of style most specially your choice of bags.although i must admit i still could not afford to buy those Hermes but its good to get educated thru your blog hahaha!
Btw, I have read the comments and had come to know that you were asking about what’s in Batanes.Just a brief intro.I am from Batanes and we are called the Ivatans.. Batanes is the northern most province in the Phils (closer to Taiwan) than the mainland.you’ll find everything there (beach,hills and mountains=nature),we grow and eat organic food.(even the meat):) so its really a great destination if you want to detox. no pollution plus its zero crime rate. its an hour plane ride from manila.and yes on a small plane!hahah!
I hope you could come and visit our place, i’ll make sure to be there so i’ll see you in person;)
Good luck Mrs T and keep Blogging:) God Bless
lovely island. i hope you would mine me borrowing some photos for my blog.