First BORA experience.

Boracay Island is one of the major tourist destinations in the country. With its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, it is like a hypnotic magnet that lures the travelers into a lotus existence and fascinate their eyes. Located in the Western Visayas region, Boracay Island is a destination that is truly captivating.

The first time I went to Boracay was last November 2009. Together with my family, we spent 3days and 2nights in this beautiful island. We stayed at La Carmela de Boracay located at Station 2, the place which is roughly the center of the island and meant for those who want to be within proximity of the bars.

During our first day, we ate at a simple restaurant. They serve food that are grilled, like, inihaw na manok, sisig, bangus sisig, barbecues, and the like. But then on our last night on Bora, my parents chose to eat at a place near the market where you will be the one to buy the ingredients that will be used in your chosen dish, and they will be the one who will cook it for you. I think the reason why they put a wet market near the resto is so that tourists can buy sea foods and/vegetables that will be used in their cuisine and easily bring it to the restaurant for them to cook. In our case, we chose sinigang na hipon, buttered shrimps, and sweet and sour fish. Two thumbs up to their cooking because it was really delicious. We practically ate more rice than we usually did. We truly enjoyed these gratifying dishes, especially the sinigang na hipon. I think for some it might just be an ordinary viand, but there's something unusual in it. But don't get me wrong, it tasted unusual but unusual that is good. Maybe it's the shrimps because they are fresh, or it can be the vegetables. Maybe its their way of cooking. I really can't figure it out. But it is really good. Totally delightful.

My 3 days in Bora had been a precious one. A truly unforgettable one. It is an experience that I will always cherish and a memory that will always be remembered.

"Happiness is not something you experience, it's something you remember."

--Oscar Levant