Philippine Travel Notes

Let's continue my Jagna story from the previous blog article. We went to the pier, driver/guide pointed to me Jagna Port, and I pre-empted his spiels by citing 'RORO from CDO and fastcraft from Camiguin'. But, he just smiled as he parked by a Talisay tree on the water's edge, in front of some eatery, while he said "di ba gusto mo mag-yosi muna at mag-Coke sir? Dito maganda, at meron akong ipapakita sayo"! Hmm, okay, that got me excited. So we entered the eatery with a view of the sea and the port (this pic is from where he parked). We ordered french-fries and 'tusok-tusok' (fishball kikiam etc). Nice view ha! As we enjoyed the snacks and the views, he asked if I've ever witnessed the ' whispering fish mongers ' in Malabon. I said not really, though I've heard and seen those on TV. Then, he proudly beamed, telling me that I would witness that "practice" here and now! He told me to focus on the "small fishing boats...

Daylight was fading fast on me. It had been raining intermittently, so it was getting too dark a day than usual. Mr Sun only lit its brightest early in the morning, then it turned 'generally cloudy'. Ah September! But the 'traveling life' must go on! Everything is part of the experience! I was already on a 'return' route to Tagbilaran anyway. See or do what still was possible. Otherwise, "tomorrow is always another day"! The next town center, Jagna, is only 10 kilometers from Duero . But halfway on that route is this: That is Alejan Bridge, marking the boundary between Duero and Jagna. Interestingly, both ends of the bridge are named Barangay Alejan of each town! Yes, Brgy. Alejan of Duero and Brgy. Alejan of Jagna! The breathtaking panoramic sea views of the Bohol Sea never stop in these southern coastal towns. On a clear day, especially in the mornings, Camiguin Island can be seen from here. Did you know that? In fact, Camiguin can be seen from...