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Prelude to an Island

To be continued...

(Of course. :)

Prelude to an Island

My friends and I traveled for almost five hours to the north of Luzon. Our destination: Isla Vista, which is about a kilometer from the now-famous beautiful little island called Potipot. If you look at the second and third picture, you'll see the small island and the boat which took us there. It takes only about seven minutes to reach Potipot.

 

We were around sixteen, and fortunately, our small cabin was large enough for us and the drivers of the vans we rented.

 

We were really tired because of the journey, but six of us, due to my insistence, went around Isla Vista to look for things to photograph and visit the small island, just in time for the sunset.

 

This is my first "vacation" in 2009, and it was such an unexpected surprise to see the small island with its beautiful scenery. A few of the pictures in this tabblo were taken from that island while the last shot is more of a teaser to the next tabblo I'm constructing. Maybe I'll publish it in a day or two. :)

 

- James
COMMENTS
Eduardo.affonso said at 9:17 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
It's hard to decide which is the best part of the Philippines. Each island seems to be a hidden treasure.
Cowgirl said at 9:18 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
what a great set of shots and i love your layout.... You do take a lot of VACTIONS !!!!! Goodfor you....... I do like that last shot and the pup is cute
Jigs said at 10:17 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
I've never heard of Potipot! Wow, James, thanks for sharing this! What a great set of photos (and you got to bring your dog too, inspite of that loooooong journey?) I hope I get to go there one of these days.
Ira said at 10:19 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
Perfect views
Sirnicolay said at 10:23 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
Edu, there are 7,100+ islands in the Philippines. That's why. :)

Thank you, Bobbie and Ira.

Jigs, Potipot can be reached through Candelaria, Zambales, which is abut 2 hour ride from Iba. :) That dog is not really mine, but it is owned by the owner of Isla Vista Resort. I just found it cute so I took pictures. :)
Mariusblack said at 10:25 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
has your signature all over the place, james! lovely! photo #10 is such an optical illusion. and i love that dog, too! =) can't wait for the next tabbs.
Hhwind said at 10:47 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
Beautiful and well composed pictures lovely scenery
Andre. said at 11:28 p.m. on Feb 2, 2009:
Dream-like scenery. I live at the wrong place. LOL
Noe said at 12:32 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
This place is gorgeous James, thanks for share this trip =)
Sirnicolay said at 12:48 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
w00t! Thanks, Marius. I knew you would like #10. Teehee.

Andre, you're welcome to visit or move here. Haha. :)

Thanks, Teo. Gracias, Noe, mi amigo. :)
Wildthing said at 3:25 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Amazing images, James. Love those baggy red shorts:)
Chilla said at 3:51 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
A beautiful tabblo James, I really love your Phillipines tabblos
Sirnicolay said at 5:50 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Thank you, Mike and Celia :)
Leftofcenter said at 7:12 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
DREAMY! I live in the wrong place too. fasten your seat belts, destination: Potipot (what a cute name!)
I will be waiting for the next chapter.
Chiloedream said at 8:04 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Un immense voyage.
Une île entre le ciel et l'eau,
une île sans hommes ni bateaux,
un culte un peu comme une insulte, sauvage,
un espoir de voyage....
Merci James.
Ericf said at 8:14 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
All the shots are nice but that last shot is my favorite. Great job James! I wish I was there now...paddling out to that island!
Mash said at 8:27 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Hi James, its ONLY FEB.. and you've already gone for a holiday!! I'm so so jealous!
What a gorgeous place! SO appropriate for peace of mind and solid photography! Can't wait for the next installment! Thanks!
Moabjeeper said at 9:09 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Wonderful - look forward to the next.
Chaitiamma said at 10:13 a.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Country of 7000 islands..............I love you too Phillippines !!! Cant wait to see the sequel !!!
Lifequest22 said at 12:22 p.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Ok--I'm packing my bags and ready to join you in this magical land.
Candlepower said at 12:55 p.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
I would so like to spend some time there just relaxing in the sun! So beautiful! Excellent!
Gazelle said at 2:09 p.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Quelle belle échappée vers ce lieux de rêves, merci pour ces instants de voyage James!
Sirnicolay said at 8:06 p.m. on Feb 3, 2009:
Thank you, Annelies, Thierry, Eric, Mash, Bob, David, Linda, Pat, and Gazelle. :)
Welshchick said at 4:23 a.m. on Feb 4, 2009:
Well, Sir James...EXQUISITE! Beautiful palm trees and exotic flora and fauna...Love the little pink flower :^)
DanMan said at 7:44 a.m. on Feb 4, 2009:
Beautiful set, James! Thanks for the story!
Giosalaris said at 2:21 p.m. on Feb 4, 2009:
bravo,, CIAO
Krisu said at 1:38 p.m. on Feb 8, 2009:
Great shots of a beautiful paradise!
Sirnicolay said at 6:49 p.m. on Feb 8, 2009:
Thank you, Rhonda, Dan, Gio and Krisu :)
Tanglewire said at 10:22 p.m. on Feb 8, 2009:
good pictures...as always
Babooshka said at 2:47 p.m. on Feb 12, 2009:
Good one again!
Sirnicolay said at 7:24 p.m. on Feb 12, 2009:
Thank you, Danitsja and Jerry :)
Dreamin_u2 said at 12:28 a.m. on Mar 3, 2009:
this island reminds me of a very beautiful memory ...thanks for the photos you are really great
Sirnicolay said at 7:46 a.m. on Apr 30, 2009:
Thanks!
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