We left
the city of Davao for
Samal Island at the crack of dawn. We headed at the Paradise Island wharf
at Sasa Km. 11 where we rented a motorboat to ferry us to Paradise Island
Resort. The motorboat navigated the gulf of Davao. The view was simply
breathtaking - the calm and clear water, the blue skies, and the
mountains covered with clouds. I can't help but be awed by the beauty of this
place; it evokes a sense of peace, calmness and joy.
Lunch was
served by the beach, near a small cave - the usual Filipino fare of crispy
fried tilapia, chicken-pork adobo, lechon (roasted piglet), steamed veggies,
and baskets full of fresh Davao fruits, such as pomelo, mangosteen,
watermelon, and the popular durian. After eating, the younger ones
snorkeled and swam like crazy onto the clear and warm water.
After an
hour break, we continued our journey. Along the way, we came across slow boats
("bangka"), fishermen, and fish pens. While enjoying the view,
the cool breeze of the wind and the sound of the waves will lull you to
sleep; the occasional heat from the sun will wake you up; and by late
afternoon, you will find yourself mesmerized by the sky view - the sun
descending from the horizon and the skies changing its colors from cool blue to
pink to orange. This place is a photographer's haven, indeed.
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