WHEN: October, 2011 WHERE: Baler, Aurora, Philippines Posted: October 31, 2011 Giving this place another chance to win my heart (been there once circa 2009 and it was not really what I expected it to be), I travelled to Baler with some of my colleagues to see it all over again (this time as a venue for our Faculty Workshop/Meeting). We were given a chance to charter a trip to Baler aboard the Joy Bus, the executive coach of Genesis Bus Line. It was the most relaxing, albeit the road being the most rugged--an aftermath of recent storms and typhoons. With the current trend of bus “sushality”, this particular ride was bloggable, and definitely worth every money spent for it. The Joy ride had all the amenities needed when you travel (7 hours is way too long for my EQ). A stewardess was available to render your needs, sometimes acting as the tour guide; a blanket and a pillow were given for those who were agitated with the A/C and would rather sleep the seven hours away; WIFI was available for those who wanted to stay connected, updating all social networking sites; comfortable lazy boy seats; a CR on board (to lessen stopovers, subtracting a bulk from the travel time); snacks to keep your tummy busy; good morning kits to freshen up; and flatscreen “BUSTV” forentertainment. We were suppose to hear the anticipated mass at 6pm, but was told that there weren't any for that particular Saturday. We visited the Church Plaza complex instead. For post-dinner (we always had our meals at Bahia de Baler Bar and Grill), we deviated from the usual by trying out another restaurant at Bay-ler View Hotel, which surprisingly gave us a better view of the beach side. And yes, nice lighting and good food too. And have I bragged about having WIFI everywhere? This hotel restaurant also had WIFI. |
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