Friday, September 16, 2016

International Doll House and Ocean View Park at Bislig, Surigao del Sur

International Doll House
The International Doll House
After leaving the Toyozu Mountain Resort, we've decided to stop at the famous International Doll house located at barangay Cumawas, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur. However, arriving at the resto is not that easy because we have to climb around 270 steps! But it was really worth it.







I am not a fan of dolls and all; but knowing that someone is actually spending millions to collect dolls all-over the world, is really intriguing.

Before entering the hall, we were requested to remove our slippers. The purpose of course, is to minimize the dirt inside the hall. I was really pleased to enter the room since it was fully air-conditioned. It isn't really big and it isn't small, either, I mean the place. It suits perfectly since the dolls are well-organized according to their places.

The first room is really spacious with paintings of places and dolls decorated on the walls and an indoor garden wallpaper. With the right direction and pose, this can be seen as a real life garden. The 3D wallpaper was previously owned by Universal Studios and bought by the owners in an auction.
This was taken a year ago, since we weren't able to have a picture with the last trip. And we didn't have a good pose. HA HA.
The tour guide, whom I forgot the name and I'm really sorry, was really enthusiastic and we can all see his pride about the collections which I can say, he should be, because these dolls are not just ordinary dolls, they're from all over the world and some of these has the hair of famous celebrities like Michael Jackson and Marilyn Monroe, nice.







Aside from dolls, they also have vintage car displays, teacups, and motorcycles. And if you are a fan of cars, you can buy one for only Php 50.00 and the proceeds will be used to keep the place clean and cool.
Sorry for the not so nice photo :-(

The tour guide was really very friendly and even took photos of us with the dolls. And you can actually stay there for a while if you would love to. He has no problem with it at all.

Me with Mama and Papa.

With the gang.

Our Prince amazed by the dolls.

With the Asian dolls.

Mama.

Mama, Papa, and Aunty Tess.

Aunty Tess.

With my Papa.
The boys.

Me. HA HA HA HA.

At the terrace. Never thought that the trees would be a good background.

Entrance.

Ocean Viewpark Restaurant

Right next to the doll house was the Ocean View Park where locals and foreigners stop to dine. The moment that I saw the menu, I realized that the meals really are affordable and everything looks really sumptuous.

THE IMAGE IS NOT MINE. I JUST GOOGLED IT BECAUSE I WASN'T ABLE TO TAKE A PHOTO OF THE MENU BOARD AT OVP. Thank you Google! <3 <3 <3
It was a large, cozy and well-lighted place perfect for a family bonding or just a simple date with your lovey dovey! It also stands out among the restaurants in Bislig since it is elevated, giving you an overlooking of the city and a lovely ocean view from the deck.

We found it hard to take a view of the ocean at this angle.

And here it is.

One more.

The view -- ME.

My sweetest view <3

Aside from the very friendly budget meal with its really large servings, you can do other stuffs such as taking pictures with the flowers, unicorn and mini park.

Groufie with the unicorn.

One more time.

With me. HA HA HA.
Mama and Papa with the unicorn.
Three lovely ladies.


Nagmahal. Nasaktan. Nag-blogger pose. HA HA HA HA.

My lovely Mama.

At ako.


And for snacks, we just ordered a halo-halo, that I never finished because it was too much for me. But I assure you that it is really tasty and yummy!

The serving was too large for me.

Mama and Papa, sharing the sweet halo-halo for only Php 45.00

Entrance Fee (Prices may change)
Adult - Php 20.00
Kids - Php 12.00

Toyozu Mountain Resort at Nabunturan, Compostela Valley


At the entrance with Louie. Joebert and Mom.

The first stop for our 3-day holiday is the Japanese-themed resort located in the heart of Nabunturan, in barangay Bukal, Mainit, Compostela Valley. The said resort offers private and public pools filled with hot water, to make it more tolerable you can mix a free-flowing cold water.

The private pools separated by stones.

The said hot spring is all-natural. Foreigners and people from neighboring cities kept coming back to this resort for a fun and steamy dip. Others just stay here for relaxation and make use of the health benefits as the waters are considered as therapeutic.

Mom, Joebert and me with the private hot spring at the background.
Comrades.
Dipped our feet on the water.
Comrade dipping.
Feeling the hot water.
Not looking at the camera anymore.
Aunty Ging2x, Dad, Aunty Tess and Joebert.

Aside from the hot water, there is also a Sauna, a small cave, wherein you can stay and let all of thus sweat and toxins out of your system. Inside the sauna is a hot water flowing in the middle and some seats at the side made of stones.

The entrance to the Sauna.
Accommodation wise, they've got you covered since they have small huts wherein you can stay after a tiring day of dipping in the water or water tubing (which we didn't try because we only stayed here for an hour) Overnight stay is also allowed as these huts can accommodate guests who wish to experience the hot springs longer.

Dipping. Feeling the hot water.

Rates (Prices may be subject to change)

  • Entrance Fee - Php 40 (adult); Php 20 (children)
  • Picnic Cottage (w/ private pool) - Php 100-500
  • Overnight Cottages (4 pax/room) - Php 750
  • Family Rooms (15 pax) - Php 1, 500