Guimaras Escape

"Bitin and bakasyon."

A weekend getaway in Baras Island, Guimaras. After partying as if it was the end of the world in Boracay last Holy Week, we decided it would be a good change to spend some time in a more secluded and private resort.

I've been living in Iloilo City for almost a year now, but it's a shame that I have not been to Guimaras. But as they say, better late than never.

It was a two-hour travel from Iloilo City to Baras Island, one of the small islands on the northwestern part of Guimaras province. Guimaras is known for having the sweetest mango in the country, arguably in the world. They're so proud of their mangoes, the people of Guimaras celebrate it annually, aptly called Manggahan Festival (Mango Festival). In fact, it was celebrated the same Sunday we were in Baras Island.

Unfortunately, we didn't have time to join the celebration because we had to go back home that day and we need to catch up with the last trip of the boat back to Iloilo. But I want to share with you these pictures I captured during our two-day stay there.

Stripes

Overlooking

Isla Bato

Pebbles

Sagwan

Sagwan 2

Talon o Lipad

Bahay sa Bato

Bahay sa Tubig

Batang Guimaras

Duyan

Our Cottage

Snorkle

Malaking Jackstone

Punong Lagas

Sunset sa Guimaras

Sunset sa Guimaras