Greetings from Palawan. May the force be with you!
Let’s ketchup, shall we? Headed out early yesterday morning for the airport in Angeles City, about 1.5 hours away. Driver Donny once again managed to defy the odds and got us there safely. First time I’d taken a domestic flight from Clark, and the terminal really sucked. Still managed to kill the hour before boarding without too much discomfort.
Breakfasted on this hot off the griddle honey banana crepe. Almost as sweet as the gal who prepared it for me.
Then it was time to board our Philippine Air flight to Puerto Princesa. I was curious what kind of plane it would be since no checked baggage was allowed. When the bus from the terminal pulled up it turned out to be an Airbus 320. After landing, I noted some bags being offloaded so I can only surmise the “no baggage” was about my discounted ticket or some such. No problem, for a three day trip my carry-on was more than sufficient. I was just worried about whether my liquids (i.e. vape juice) would be confiscated at security, but I sailed right on through.
Oh, and I was accompanied by a first time air traveler:
It was kinda fun to relive the first time flying experience through the reactions of Marissa/Salty Cum. She seemed to really enjoy the rush of taking off. Once we reached altitude she admitted to feeling a little queasy. I handed her an air sickness bag but thankfully she didn’t need it.And of course she couldn’t take her eyes off the perspective of watching the earth pass by below. The change in pressure as we landed hurt her ears a little, but I taught her a couple of techniques to “pop” her ear.
After exiting the airport our driver from the Blue Palawan Resort was there waiting for us. I had gotten an email a couple of days earlier advising me of the free hotel shuttle which was a pleasant surprise.
The hotel thus far has provided some of the best service I’ve experienced in all my years of travelling. Little touches, like some blue lemonade at check-in are nice welcoming gestures. Friendly and helpful staff go a long way to making a hotel stay pleasant. The food has been great so far as well. I can’t remember the last time I’ve seen a Monte Cristo prepared right. Well, this one could have used some honey for dipping, but I was hungry and couldn’t be bothered to ask. Tasted just fine without it. The room comes with a free breakfast buffet. I’m not into buffets at all, but this one was well done. And an egg chef cooked your eggs and omelets to order. It’s good that there is high standards for food and service here because the rooms are rather basic. Clean and comfortable, but without amenities I like to have. Like a small refrigerator and microwave. I’m also typing this post on the bed because I don’t even have a desk in the room.
I’m staying here because the hotel that is hosting the Hash event, the Seaview, was booked up. It’s right next door to the Blue so no problem.
In fact, the registration and welcoming event held last night were done here at the Blue. Easy peasy…I haven’t seen the rooms at Seaview, but it appears to perhaps be a bit more upscale.I really love the looks of this treehouse spa, although I haven’t tried it out yet…The “beach” in front of the Blue and Seaview resorts leaves a lot to be desired. I’m told it’s because “the tide is out”. Hmm, maybe.I guess there’s no denying that the water level can’t get much lower. I just haven’t seen much evidence of a recent high tide…The beach is what it is I suppose. I walked it this morning and it was pleasant enough for that purpose. Wouldn’t want to be wading in that nasty water though….If you are going to live on the beach, I reckon this is the way to do it!
Anyway, that’s where things stand as of now. Fixin’ to grab some lunch and get ready for the first Hash trail this afternoon. They have long (9K) medium (6K) and short (3K) options. We are busing out to the start point and have 1.5 hours to get back “on-home” at a place called Kay’s Resort, wherever that turns out to be. I haven’t seen any nearby mountains so maybe it will be easy walking. We’ll find out soon enough I suppose.
3 thoughts on “Feeling Blue”
Happy Hashing! May your trail be scenic and safe. But not too safe.
Thank you sooo much for your review of Blue💧Palawan.
Much appreciated.
And, if possible, I would like the pleasure of meeting you.
Jorge Mitra
Owner
Bernardo, Sorry I missed you, flew home today. Next trip for sure!
Happy Hashing! May your trail be scenic and safe. But not too safe.
Thank you sooo much for your review of Blue💧Palawan.
Much appreciated.
And, if possible, I would like the pleasure of meeting you.
Jorge Mitra
Owner
Bernardo, Sorry I missed you, flew home today. Next trip for sure!