PART I: 20 REASONS WHY YOU NEED TO VISIT BLUE WATER SUMILON

By Ed Lorenzo
5 years ago in PLACES
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Lazy afternoon, and a bulk of paper work always calls for a break, but before you think of flying off the country to spare a vacay, why not explore our native land, say fly off to Cebu and experience Sumilon? Sure, we have made a primer story about this beautiful island, but as if it weren’t enough, we have listed down 20 reasons why you have to experience BLUE WATER SUMILON in CEBU!

Hush, reader, this will be in two parts so you can focus yourself from the beauty that is, really, SUMILON.

A COMPACT ISLAND OF BEAUTY

For all ye girl readers, do you still remember your excitement when you open your very first Poly Pocket? A small toy yet full of beautiful surprises. That’s the feeling when you first afoot on the island. From afar, you’ll see that the island is just a small mount of rock in the middle of the ocean, but as you draw nearer, you’ll realize that the island is a sight to behold.

THE SUMILON SANDBAR IS A MUST-EXPERIENCE

Sumilon Island is well-known for its shape shifting sandbar, that is why more and more tourists are enticed to personally experience it. With its clear waters, one cannot deny the fact that, indeed, Philippines serves the best beaches in the world.

LUXURY AT ITS FINEST

Blue water Sumilon offers several types of accommodations, from Glamping (Glamorous Camping) for a one night stay to Villas, with one of a kind interiors. Live like a royalty at the center of the island fronting the beach and experience a one of a kind luxury experience that won’t fit to any description.

THE ROCKY BEACH

Sumilon is not only famous to its sandbar. Located at the Southern part of the island is the Rocky part of the beach. During high tide, it’s an inviting pristine beach, but when the tides are low, visitors come here to explore interesting marine wildlife that are sometimes trapped among the crevices and depressions.

THE LAGOON

Check out the sprawling mangroves at the lagoon or even kayak your way to the center for a moment worth keeping at Blue water Sumilon. You too can feed the fishes or just lounge around the cabanas to feel the cool breeze of the shore.

THE HIKE

One must experience the trail of Sumilon, in order for you to see the 360* view of the island. On your way up, you’ll see different kinds of plants and birds, as if accompanying you through the top. Totally, one for the book.

THE BREATH TAKING VIEW OF THE UNDEVELOPED SHORE OF SUMILON

On your way down, you’ll get to see the untouched beauty of the southern tip of the island, accentuated with deep azure waters that bellows the beauty of the island.

THE TRANQUILITY OF THE PLACE

Find a time to relax in one of their huts facing the beach or take an afternoon nap while on a hammock. Don’t worry about the heat, the sea breeze will lull you to sleep.

THE RICH MARINE LIFE

And since Sumilon is a sanctuary for marine life, you are lucky to check out marine species gleefully showing their beauty when you snorkel.

THE RUINS OF BALUARTE AND THE LIGHTHOUSE

Leave your fear of heights and take that once in a lifetime chance to see the 360* view of the whole island atop the lighthouse. You better try it or else, you are to miss half of your visit!

This is just the first half of the 20 reasons why you need to visit and experience Sumilon. Check the site next week for more reasons to ponder!

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Ed Lorenzo

Edryan Lorenzo, a PR and Marketing practitioner with 13 years of solid experience in the industry of lifestyle, fashion, and e-commerce. I'm into visual arts which includes photography, painting, and sketching. During my free time, I'd prefer to travel to keep my self fueled by different cultures and information. Follow me on Instagram and Twitter at @edryanlorenzo.