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After spending few hours at the town of Jordan and buying some lunch for me and my guide, we headed southwest to the town of Nueva Valencia to visit Guisi Beach. This beach is popular for two things (1) it's magnificent seascape of golden yellow sand, emerald green waters and rock formations and (2) it's lovely sunset. So this place should be included in every Guimaras itinerary.
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| The Way is on the Right |
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| Pitched Wood |
Guisi Beach is more than an hour tricycle ride from Jordan. The first part of the ride is on a smooth cemented highway while the second part will be somewhat rough and bumpy as the highway turns to street that turns to outskirts. The entire ride however could not be considered uneventful as you get to see plantations of mango trees that look like field of broccoli from afar. And as you reach the upper portion of the highway, you will have awesome views of the sea and glistening white beaches from below.
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| Hot Hut |
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| Hut Relief |
It was just a little couple of hours after noon when we arrived at Guisi. After parking the tricycle at the side of the unpaved street, we hiked down to the beach. There was a man-made stair of about fifty steps that will lead to a huge stone platform. From then, you have the option to go down on the beach and wade thru stones until you reach the beach. You will definitely get wet with this one and during high tide, the water could go as high as your chest. The second option is to walk, climb and crawl on the hill and rock formations. This one is more dangerous as there are times that you need to balance yourself to avoid falling on the waters below. This one will keep you dry... unless of course you fall.
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| Wuzzup Dock |
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| Serene Guisi Beach |
Guisi beach sits in a natural enclave, which is protected from harsh sea currents and strong winds. The sun is scorching hot that time so the best thing to do is just relax and take a few minutes nap with the sound of soft waves as your lullaby. There are limited cottages near the shore which you can rent for a minimal fee. Too bad I wasn't able to watch the sunset as I have to check some other places in my itinerary but this place would have been perfect for a backpack trip where you can pitch your tent and just wait for the sun to set. Well, maybe next time.
However, if you are not the backpacker type but would still want to spend the night in Guisi, there are two known resort in the area. Guisi Clearwater Resort can be reached at 09195636688 while Kenyama Resort's number is 09394276433.
Amazing, sunny images that lift the heart and spirit. They took me out of a grey day. Thanks Oman.
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You are welcome Mersad. Have a happy sunny day :)
DeleteNo wonder, some of your photos landed in some high end magazines. Your photos make one hurry and book a ticket even if itinerary is full of other things.
ReplyDeleteI always loved seeing beach photos with the fine sands and crystal clear water. It's so relaxing that one can even forget a problem once the sight of it is nearing. The splendor and beauty can never be equated with any grand architectural masterpieces or towering landmarks that only boosts height.
Two years ago, I told myself that every time I'd want to dine in a fine dining resto I'd always check out the food blog of a casual friend Sumi Go of Purple Doll. Now, you brought that memory back to me - that every time I plan to visit tourist destinations and beaches locally, I'll dive in your blog for reference. Thanks God for you blog Atty. - it's just so enticing in my eyes as always hehehe!
Have a great Wednesday. God bless you!
Thanks for that nice words Jay but I wala naman masyadong nafefeature na photos ko sa magazines eh hehe. Yeah, I have cherished few pero nothing to brag about :)
DeleteI am just happy to travel and take photos and write about them and if it happens that my stories could help my readers in one way or the other, then I am happy even more :)
By the way, when was this trip of yours? is this a current one - like a couple of days ago? a week ago?
ReplyDeleteI took the trip on the last week of December 2013 so it was a pretty recent trip for me :)
DeleteThat looks absolutely perfect - I'm ready for an extended visit, to get away from our snow and cold temperatures. Wonderful photos!
ReplyDeleteMy mom in Chicago is experiencing more than a foot of snow so I feel you when you say you are ready for something hotter :)
DeleteThis is a beautiful beach. My favorite photo in this set is the first.
ReplyDeleteHi Uno, thanks a lot :)
DeleteIndeed lovely!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Magiceye :)
DeleteIS BAPTISM A WORK?
ReplyDeleteThe position of those who believe we are saved by faith only or grace alone, is that water baptism is a work, and therefore not required in order to be saved from the penalty of sin.
SALVATION IS A GIFT FROM GOD!
Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; 9 not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.
We are not saved by works. What are the works that do not save us?
Galatians 2:16 nevertheless knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the Law but through faith in Christ Jesus, even we have believed in Christ Jesus and not by works of the Law; since by the works of the Law no flesh will be justified.
The Jews living under the old covenant were not commanded to be baptized into Christ. Under the Law of Moses not one person was compelled to be baptized in the name of the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Christian baptism was not part of the Law of Moses. Christian baptism is not a work.
Romans 3:28 For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from works of the Law.
When Jesus said you had to believe and be baptized to be saved (Mark 16:16); he was not saying Christian baptism was a work of the Law of Moses and therefore essential to be saved.
Romans 3:20 because by the works of the Law no flesh will be justified in His sight; for through the Law comes the knowledge of sin.
Is water baptism a work of the Law of Moses? No, that would mean that baptism brings about the knowledge of sin. Baptism is in order to have sins removed, not to educated men as to the meaning of sin.
What did the apostle Peter preach on the Day of Pentecost? Did Peter preach salvation by keeping the Law of Moses? Of course he did not; Peter preached salvation by faith in Jesus Christ?
Peter preached Jesus as Lord and Savior. (Acts 2:36) That was not a work of the Law of Moses.
Peter told them to repent and be baptized. (Acts 2:38) That was not a work of the Law of Moses.
WHAT MUST MEN DO TO BE SAVED?
1. Have FAITH: John 3:16.
Faith is not a work of the Law of Moses.
2. CONFESS: Romans 10:9-10
Confessing is not a work of the Law of Moses.
3. REPENTANCE: Acts 3:19
Repentance is not a work of the Law of Moses.
4. WATER BAPTISM: 1 Peter 3:21, Acts 2:38
Water baptism was not a work of the Law of Moses.
These are all essential to accept the grace of God; the free gift of salvation.
WATER BAPTISM IS NOT A WORK OF THE LAW OF MOSES!
BEING OBEDIENT TO GOD'S TERMS FOR PARDON IS NOT BEING OBEDIENT TO THE WORKS OF THE LAW OF MOSES!
I miss the quaint Guisi Beach!
ReplyDeleteHi Mica, quaint is an understatement for the place is truly fit for relaxation. Balik ka na :)
DeleteSummer na summer na sa blog mo Attorney.
ReplyDeleteHaha. Pag summer kasi maulan naman sa blog ko :)
DeleteSo many beautiful beaches in the Philippines.
ReplyDeleteI agree, with more than seven thousand islands with most island having north, east , south and west shorelines, possibilities are limitless.
DeleteSayang, you could have stayed longer for the sunset and share your sunset photos to us.
ReplyDeleteIm loving your blog. The very first picture was the best shot for me.
ReplyDeleteThanks June :)
DeleteGreat post!
ReplyDeleteMay I know how much you paid for your tricycle ride? Are the resorts at Guisi the only place to eat if you get there?
Hi Marian, I hired the tricycle all day from the Wharf to Jordan Proper to Guisi and Alubijod. Their standard rate is Php 1,200 but you can negotiate and customize your trip according to your itinerary. You may contact Charlie at 09461966887 :)
DeleteI highly recommend Kuya Michael he is our Tourist guide/ Tricycle driver/Multicab Driver/ Photographer, when we visit Guimaras last June 17, 2015. He is very nice and honest. Feel free to call him next time you visit Guimaras. He will fetch you on time at Jordan Wharf and greeted you with his warm smile. Here is the Contact no. of Kuya Michael Selorico -- 0908 324 6835.
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