4: #Dinagat #Siargao
3: N #Mindanao S #Samar C S #Leyte E #Bohol NE #Cebu (rest in 2/1)
2: #Guimaras S #Masbate most of #Panay #Negros (rest in 1) #Biliran
1:S #Bicol S #Mindoro NE #Palawan
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3: #Dinagat #siargao SE #Samar (rest in 2 and 1)
2: E #Bohol NE #Mindanao N #Cebu NE #Negros (rest in 1) #Leyte #Biliran
1: S #Bicol #Masbate #Panay #Guimaras #Romblon S #Mindoro #Burias
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2: SE #Samar (rest in 1) #Dinagat #Siargao
1: NE #Mindanao #Leyte #Cebu #Bohol S #Sorsogon #Masbate #Ticao most of #Negros E #Panay #Guimaras
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#Samar #Dinagat #Siargao #SurigaodelNorte #Leyte #Camotes #Biliran
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#TinoPH #Kalmaegi #Typhoon #TyphoonKalmaegi #Philippines #Wxx #Wxtwitter #Tropicswx #blueskywx #台風25号 #Mindanao #Visayas #Supertyphoon #Supertyphoonkalmaegi

Philippines: Dinagat Islands reports confirmed mpox case, 2nd in Caraga region In a follow-up report from one month ago, the Dinagat Provincial Health Office (PHO) reports a confirmed mpox (monkeypox) case in a patient that traveled to Davao City and South Cotabato in May.

#Philippines: #Dinagat Islands reports confirmed #mpox case, 2nd in #Caraga region
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The Ecleo's Castle

I'm at the castle gate and I'm like a commoner peering in. There's even a sign prohibiting photography, but since I'm a persistent asshole I asked the guard if I can go inside and snap some. I didn't bring any tributes, so no dice.

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#Dinagat
#Caraga

Time to hit the docks! Seven in the morning is as good a time as any, especially if you have a hundred more beaches to sink your toes into.

Yes, I'm overstating it. I meant the beaches I can visit, not the number of beaches here. It's more than that.

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#Dinagat
#Caraga

My watch is celebrating for me. Apparently, I climbed 54 floors! That lake was no walk in the park. Well it is, 54 of them, stacked on top of each other.

#steps
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#Caraga

Bababu Beach late in the afternoon.

The name came from the phrase in Bisaya, "bâbâ sa buwaya" or "crocodile's mouth" due to the shape of the cove it's part of. Then some Kiwi dude just shortened it to "Bababu" and it has been known as that since then.

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#Bababu
#Dinagat

Civilization.

Early dinner is sisig and local sausage. Not a fan. I'm just tired so I'll probably eat anything.

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#sisig
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Agongon Beach

Basilisa boasts another hidden gem: a secluded beach nestled within a sheltered cove.

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#cove
#Dinagat
#Caraga

My furry little friend Marian needed some encouragement on her first hike to the lake. Let's just say, there were a few tears shed (mostly hers, really). Turns out, I'm a bit more out of shape than I thought.

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#lake
#dog
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Lake Bababu

After navigating dense rainforest, steep ascents over jagged rocks, and nylon rope as guide, we emerged into a serene paradise. Flipflops or aqua shoes won't cut it; be sure to wear hiking shoes or strapped sandals for this trek.

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#lake
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Bababu Beach

Owned by the Langits, this beach serves as the jump-off point for the lake. Plan on spending 2 to 3 hours exploring. It takes 30 minutes to an hour to get to the lake, and the same amount of time to return. Be prepared for a hike!

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#Bababu
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Unsa may lamian nga makaon karon? Pasayan ug utan? Sinuglaw again?

Decisions, decisions.

#lunch
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#Dinagat
#Caraga

The massive rock formations reveal intricate patterns. While the crystal-clear waters surrounding the base of the formations invite a refreshing dip, to cool down after marveling at the geological wonders that stand before you.

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#Hagakhak
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Hagakhak Rock Formations

On an islet jutting amidst clear waters and rising majestically off the coast, the relentless work of wind and waves for millennia has carved these dramatic outcrops. A testament to nature's raw beauty and power.

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#rockformations
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Isla Aga.

On a very small islet, sits an abandoned house atop a limestone cliff with its own dock and a small secluded beach. Destroyed by typhoon Odette, the house has a sense of mystery, its weathered form contrasting with the turquoise water below.

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#Dinagat
#Caraga

We're off to Basilisa, another municipality on the western side of Dinagat Islands .

I could do this every day. Drifting on a boat, soaking up the tranquility, and worry only about how much the sun will burn me today.

#boat
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#Dinagat
#Caraga

Pangabangan Beach.

This small resort has a calm and protected shore, ideal for swimming and enjoying the gentle sea breeze that will lull you to sleep. For a small fee, you can go up the view deck that offers a panoramic vista of the surrounding islets.

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#islets
#Dinagat

The Blue Lagoon of Pangabangan Island.

This place is just breathtaking. It's like the sea opened up and I don't only see hues of blue but also hear it. A silent moment of pure awe.

I could definitely live here.

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#lagoon
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Word!

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#lagoon
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#Caraga

Ang among painudto ay sinugba nga molmol ug kilaw tuyom.

That's grilled parrotfish and sea urchin ceviche for lunch.

#seaurchin
#parrotfish
#travel
#Dinagat

Uhm no, we've only met twice. Maybe on the third date?

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#Jelmars
#Dinagat
#Caraga

Jelmar's Islet Resort

Still in Libjo is Jelmar's. There's a lot of fun activities here and you can stay here for P2,500 a night. They also offer island tours.

#travel
#resort
#Dinagat
#Caraga

RSG Compe Munting Paraiso Beach Resort.

North of San Jose, in the town of Libjo, you'll find RSG resort, known for its small cave system flooded with seawater.

#cave
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#Dinagat
#Caraga

A wharf in Don Ruben Ecleo.

Clear skies and calm waters. I'm ready!

#boat
#travel
#Dinagat
#Caraga

San Jose, Dinagat Islands. On top of the hill is the Ecleos' castle. Remember Ruben Jr.?

So the first order of business is to find accommodations and a boat for island hopping. Unfortunately, the resorts that I like are fully booked.

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#Dinagat
#Caraga

Rat species thought extinct seen after 20 years A cloud rat, endemic to one tiny island of the world—Dina...

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