Staying at Bohol Bee Farm

Bohol was the second stop during our three city trip in the Visayas. We took a two hour ferry via Ocean Jet from Dumaguete to reach Tagbilaran.

From the port, we went to Bohol Bee Farm to spend one night in the popular island of Panglao. We first explored the property and appreciated its quaint country vibe:

Herbs for Sale

More Plants

Outdoor Twin Pool

Playground

View

Bohol Bee Farm has a store that sells mostly organic and eco-friendly items. Do drop-by if looking for random knickknacks to bring back home.

When it was time to finally rest, we headed to Ubay, a family room big enough to  accommodate 5 people.

Our room at Bohol Bee Farm reminded me of a rustic cottage and it was a charming enough place to spend the night.

First Floor Bedroom

Bath

Second Floor Bed

Bohol Bee Farm offers good value but one thing that sets it back is its far location from the beach. The fact that it takes 15 minutes to get to Alona beach is something travellers should keep in mind when deciding on where to stay in Bohol.

Bohol Bee Farm is located at Dau, Dauis, Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines. For more information, call (+63)38-510-1822, email,  or click here.  

Sans Rival Bistro in Dumaguete

From Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort, we returned to Dumaguete to take a ferry that will bring us to Bohol. 

But first, we had lunch at Sans Rival Bistro which was not only conveniently situated near the port but is also home to the famous silvanas of Dumaguete. Sans Rival Bistro stands out from the rows of restaurants along Rizal Boulevard because of its modern look.

Facade

There's an al fresco dining area for those who want to enjoy the fresh breeze from the sea.

Al Fresco Area

Pre-cooked meals displayed carinderia style are available at San Rival Bistro but we preferred to order ala carte:

Sizzling Fries

Would have loved it better with cheese!

Bistro Signature Salad

Fresh crunchy vegetables

Pritchon Pockets

Enjoyable appetizer with authentic flavours

Seafood Paella

Moist with generous serving of fresh seafood

San Rival Bistro has a cake window with many inviting sweets but it's best to order the classic silvanas to avoid disappointment.

Cakes, Cakes, Cakes

Butter Sansrival

 At less than 30php a slice, it's no surprise that this was just ordinary. 

Chocolate Silvanas

I applaud the effort but the chocolate experiment didn't work.

Do not leave Sans Rival Bistro without buying a box of silvanas. It's buttery with just the right level of sweetness. Best pasalubong from Dumaguete.

Sans Rival Bistro is located at 3 San Jose Street, Dumaguete. For more information, call (035)4210338 or click here.

Food at Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort

Aside from the good service and picturesque landscape, another thing I appreciated about Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort is the satisfactory food it prepares for guests. 

Breakfast is included in the room rate and we got to choose from a Japanese, American, or Filipino plate. Best value of the lot, we feel, is the Japanese meal of grilled fish, rice, and eggs as it includes a cup of miso soup.

Japanese 

American

Filipino 

When we arrived at Bluewater, we were hungry and tired so we ordered from room service. The pizza and burgers were good and filling while everybody loved the lechon kawali. We also made sure to try the famous banana bread recommended by friends but it was average at best. 

Pineapple & Ham Pizza 

Sumilon Burger

Lechon Kawali

Banana Bread

For dinner, we ate at The Pavilion which houses the restaurant of Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort and had a feast of mainly Filipino classics.  The succulent lechon kawali from room service was such a hit that we reordered it. If there's one dish to avoid, it's the grilled tanigue because it was overcooked and not fresh.

Shrimp & Papaya Salad

Grilled Tanigue

Grilled Squid

Lechon Kawali

Sinigang

Nasi Goreng

To those wondering, pricing of food is reasonable for an exclusive island resort. Be prepared to pay Manila rates.

Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort is located at Sumilon Island, Bancogon, Oslob, Cebu, Philippines. For more information, call (32) 318 3129 or 0917 631 7512. Email the resort at sumilon@bluewater.com.ph or click here for their website.