Punta Del Este | Muelle Bay, Puerto Galera

Weekend at Punta Del Este

Puerto Galera -  What comes into your mind when you hear that word? For me, white sand.party.crowded.congested but these were all changed when I got to visit the other side of Puerto Galera, the Muelle Bay. Muelle Bay is on the other side of Puerto Galera. 

Driveway in Punta Del Este

If you are more on relaxing and enjoying the serenity of a place, Punta Del Este is the perfect place for you to unwind from all the stress in working more than 40 hours a week and battling with traffic everyday . (HAHA. May pinanghuhugutan ako)   I was not expecting anything from that trip, I never believed in the advertisement of their website until I see it myself.

This view welcomed us! Accordingly this is the Varadero Bay.

Punta Del Este (the Point of East) is a 5 minute land travel from Muelle Port. Their Villas namely Sarimanok and Kasbah Remo are constructed and hidden in an abundant and mature garden planted with old trees and varied luxurious tropical vegetation. They are designed to offer the visitors a maximum of comfort in structures modest enough to respect an environment where Nature is at its best. If you want to book this lovely place just contact them.

Email: puntadeleste888@gmail.com

Tel: +63 998 552 1687

 

Sarimanok Villa has 2 rooms plus 2 detached rooms. Can occupy 10 guests.

View from the Dining Area of Sarimanok.

Dining area plus 2 butlers daily!

A small dining area outside

Since we have butlers, we opted to buy fresh seafood in the market since it compliments the stunning view that we have!

Overlooking the Varadero Bay

Take a plunge!

you can drink with your friends at the pool side

The other villa is Kasbah Remo, it is a smaller villa. It has 2 large rooms that can occupy 8 people. I do not know how much is the rent for this villa but I heard it is cheaper.

Interior of Kasbah Remo Villa

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Patio in Kasbah Remo, you can held cermonies here!

I like the view here compared to Sarimanok but latter ismore cozy than the former.

Beauty of being on the cliff.

Duyan Queen! HAHA.

That was my experience in Punta Del Este. It was indeed a Bakasyon Grande!!!I give them 2 thumbs up for this lovely place and including butlers in the accommodation. I understand that they do not have AC because the ocean breeze is more relaxing than an air conditioned.

If you've been there, share me your experience. If not, TARA GUMALA! I want to go back in Puerto Galera to explore and appreciate more her beauty.

CIAO.
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GABRIELA

Muelle Bay, Puerto Galera

LESS THAN 48 HOUR TRIP TO 

MUELLE BAY, PUERTO GALERA

My First Corporate Outing

Actually, this was not an official business trip, it was just a simple weekend get-away with my office mates. We have been searching for a great place to spend our weekend that is free from any pollution, toxic and stress! 

Ms. Claire suggested that we should all go to Puerto Galera, it is near and it will be the first time for some to go there. She also suggested that we should stay in Punta del Este which is in Muelle Bay, other part of Puerto Galera. ( I have another post about our staycation in Punta Del Este.) 

After settling the down payment thru bank payment, we managed to rent the Sarimanok Villa for 8,000 a night which includes personal butlers(yes, 2 butlers), swimming pool, free use of utensils, and a scenic view! Since we are a group of 10, it was a fair deal.

The plan was to commute our way to Muelle Bay. Our meeting place was in JAM Liner in Kamuning which is the terminal of buses going straight to Batangas Port. We departed in Kamuning around 4 in the morning and arrived in Batangas Port around 6:30 in the morning. The fare only costs 170 Php per way. From Batangas Port, we boarded a fast craft of Minolo Shipping Lines (Red Boat) going to Muelle Bay. The round trip ticket costs 450 Php per head plus environmental fee of 50 Php. 

Waiting for our boat

After an hour of boat travel we arrived at Muelle Port where a jeep going to Punta del Este was waiting for us which was included in our accommodation. 

When we arrived in the Villa, the overlooking view of the beach welcomed us! I officially called it as "Bakasyon Grande." 

Our home for the weekend. 

Can you say no to this place??? Bakasyon Grande it is! :) 

Since we are in a house, we opted to cook our food and just buy fresh goods in the Market. Surprisingly, the goods in the Market are overpriced. Anyway, going to the Market is quite expensive also though I still suggest that you cook and make use of the butler. They are very accommodating and friendly. 

Since Punta Del Este is in a top of a cliff, you have to go down in order to enjoy the beach. I was not fascinated with the beach mainly because it was polluted, there were trashes in the sand and in the water. Though it has a rock formation that is perfect for photo op. 

At night time, we tried to explore what Puerto Galera has to offer. We went to Sabang and White Beach, both were not so enticing because I am not a fan of crowded places. In Sabang beach, there are lots of foreigners with Pinays on their side while White Beach is a very busy place, this is where you can find different bars with different shows from sing-a-long, gay performers, people dancing to people throwing fire. We tried the Mindoro Sling but didn't like it. 

Photo Bomber si ATE!

The famous firedance with these two boys wearing briefs! HAHA

The next day, we left the Villa around 12:00 noon. The boat that transported us to Batangas Port was the worst. It was smaller compared to one who transported us going to Muelle Bay, the movement was against the waves, so the boatmen were forced to close the improvised window which almost suffocated all the passengers because of the heat. Anyway, we arrive in Manila around 5 in the afternoon.

2 thumbs up for this short Bakasyon Grande!

That was my Puerto Galera experience. How about yours? 

Ano, Tara Gumala! 

CIAO. 

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GABRIELA

#SinaunaSunday 2010 - 2012

My previous adventures! 

(2010 - 2012)

This is my first entry. Uyy kala mo naman. haha. Pictures lang to of places I've been to, not in the mood to elaborate it. HAHA. Yea. I admit tamad ako mag-sulat, pero pinipilit ko na sarili ko ngayon, since I have to write and read a lot for my graduate school. So here it goes. 

In 2010, I had my internship in Thailand. Oha, first out of the country ko yun (first time to ride a plane) and have to stay there for 3 months! 3 months and it was Holiday Season when we went there, pero super worthy naman. I was able to see the beauty and color of Bangkok, LamSai, Ayuthaya, and Ubon Ratchathani (out-skirts of Thailand). Even though I miss my family during the Holidays, I was with Voltes V (they are my classmates, 5 lang kami sa class, kaya Voltes V) kaya masaya na rin. Ayun. SFIC sisters and fathers welcomed us with open arms. HAHA. Special thanks to Sr. Cedes, Sr. Meng, Sr. Lita, and of course Fr. Greg! Love you all! 

After graduation, I took the Board Exam and I tell you, grabe stress ko during those days! hahaha. As a reward for passing the Board, my mother treat me to a 3 day trip to Davao. My first destination in Mindanao! The City where you will enjoy fresh Durian and Tuna! It was a nice mother - daughter bonding and I really enjoyed it because it was an all expense paid by my mother. HAHA. Jobless pa ko during those time. So, we tried the best Tuna Kilawin and Inihaw na Panga at Kusina ni Lucing, Durian Coffee at Blue Gray, Best Isaw ever behind the Aldevinco, Unlimited Crab at Crab Buffet, and little eateries behind the Aldevinco. We also visited the Crocodile Park, watched the Fire Dancers, swam at Samal Island and tried the ZORB( O yes my mother tried it! Isn't she amazing?) Haha. 

Few months later, natuloy din ang Boracay Escapade ko with Gela and Raen, we've been planning that trip for almost a year. I thought di na nga matutuloy e. HAHA. It was really an adventure for us! We did almost all the activities Boracay has to offer. We tried the Fly Fish, Paraosailing, ATV, Speed boat and helmet diving! HAHA. Amazing isn't it? 

On 2012 naman, ayun I started a year na jobless but around February I was hired by The Medical City. I met new people whom I considered my second family now. I am under the Corporate Services, actually, medyo nakaka-culture shock at first pero na-overcome ko naman yun. HAHA. First outing ko with them was in Muelle Bay, Puerto Galera (my first company outing). We rented a place, which Ms. Claire recommended, and stayed there for a night. 

 

 Before 2012 end, I conquered South, managed to visit Laguna, Tagaytay and Laiya. Perfect way to end 2012 eh? South Luzon have lots of places and food to offer. Perfect weekend trip for those who live in the Metro. 

 So that it was my 2010 - 2012. I will make another post for my 2013 adventures and misadventures medyo madami e. :) Hehe. I am so thankful for the places I've been to and the people I'm with. I love you all! Thank you! 

If you have any comments, feel free to do so. It will be highly appreciated. 

Bangkok - Lamsai - Ubon Ratchathani - Davao - Boracay - Puerto Galera - Laguna - Tagaytay - Laiya. 

That was my 2010 - 2012. Madami na din pala for a starter like me. Hoping for more trips to come. Sama ka sakin? Tara Gumala! 


Ciao,
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GABRIELA