La Puerta Al Paraiso, Guimaras

I am terribly exhausted and burned to death with the office work that I have and thinking of new internet marketing strategies daily over a cup of tea and toblerone will surely tire your analytical mind. Thanks to my colleague from SMART that I got an invitation to join their family day last May 21, 2009 and had an opportunity to have a temporary break from work. I asked to what place are we going and the name La Puerta Al Paraiso interests me.

From Iloilo City, we got a bangka ride courtesy of SMART on our way to Guimaras. With jeep hired waiting for us at Guimaras port, travelling would not be exhausting as I thought. However, the bumpy ride got my spirit up and the dusty road gave me an instant powder and blow dry!

From the Guimaras port, I'm not sure but I think it's a one-hour ride with all the bumps here and there. Our calvary got over as we approach our destination.

A private resort, La Puerta El Paraiso caters only visitors with advanced reservation by calling. You can use the pool for P50. If you intend to stay, you can sleep in one of there beautiful and newly-constructed cottages.

• P2,800 — aircon w/ hot & cold shower, 2 large beds, good for 4 persons
• P2,700 — aircon with TV, refrigerator, hot & cold shower, 2 large beds, good for 4 persons
• P2,700 — aircon with TV, refrigerator, sofa bed, hot & cold shower, 1 large bed, good for 2-4 persons
• P2,600 — aircon with refrigerator, hot & cold shower, 2 large beds, good for 4 persons
• P1,600 — electric fan, hot & cold shower, 1 large bed, good for 2 persons
• P300 — per extra person/day

However, as I fill my eyes with the bliss of the beauty of the place, I am saddened by the thought I was not able to bring a good camera. Thanks to my cellphone, I got these great shots!