Saturday, June 11, 2011

Lovers Under the Sun

The White sand bar in the Municipality of Manjuyod has to be one of the best romantic getaways for couples who enjoy being outdoors. This small isolated white sand beach is not only a popular destination for picnics, swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and scuba diving, but also a romantic location for lovers who wish to just laze around and spend time with each other.

The White Sand Bar is a 7-kilometer stretch of pure white sand surrounded by sparkling pristine waters. Presenting a massive potential, it has now become one of the top tourist destinations in the province of Negros Oriental. This beautiful long strip of beach, also known as the Sumapao shoal, offers magical sceneries and exquisite display of Negros Oriental’s sea bounties making it a perfect location for intimate trips.

It is also known as an ideal stopover during dolphin and whale watching tours organized by the tourism council of the City of Bais although it technically belongs to the jurisdiction of the town of Manjuyod located 59 kilometers from the provincial capital Dumaguete city, just about an hour drive. The great deal about this is that you have two take-off options in going to the sand bar. Most travelling couples rave about the dolphin and whale watching tours from Bais city, but it is also possible to take a 15-minute boat ride from Manjuyod straight to the sand bar. And concerning boat rentals and tour packages, it is important to book ahead of time so you can avail of excellent deals.

Be aware also that dolphin and whale watching tours usually start at 6am during calm weather. For a longer stay, you can book a room in several cozy little hotels in Bais, and they can also give you more information about the dolphin watching tour packages and van rentals.

There are several cottages built on stilts to accommodate guests especially during high tide when the water covers the entire 600-hectare strip area, and just recently the tourism office of Manjuyod has designed cottages good for two catering to couples yearning for total privacy. These pretty native wooden houses can also be rented for overnight stays, perfect for honeymooners.

During the day, couples who would go for an adventurous yet equally romantic set-up do not have to rent a cottage but simply have their boats anchored. The Manjuyod White Sand Bar is definitely one of the most romantic spots that couples should not miss to visit when they are in Negros Oriental.

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