Tantalizing—something
tangible and desirable that teases the imagination yet so unreachable. That’s
how I’d describe this place I’ve visited
twice before, first, in 1994 and again, in 2007. It’s truly one of those
so-near-yet-so-far destinations which I’ve been wanting to revisit but didn’t
have the chance to do so.
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| Talikud Island |
Talikud seemed so elusive
that’s why I’ve long shelved my plans of going there again. Fortunately, the
idea of spending a weekend in the island popped up in one of the reunion
meetings I’ve been attending with high school buddies. My heart wanted to
explode with excitement! Yes, I’ll be seeing Talikud again!
So far, I’ve only been to two of its beaches, Babu Santa and Isla Reta, where I spent wonderful times with some special people in my life before (Fortunately, I've managed to save a few pics taken in Isla Reta using my old but reliable camera phone). So, the chance to relive those great moments there simply thrilled me.
As expected, the third visit really turned out to be such a blast! Our small group which included Esme, Luz, Junnix, Mike, Albert, Bong and this blogger, along with some family members, headed for a private resort in the island.Thanks to one kindhearted soul, Junnix, who moved heaven and earth to make our end-of-summer, pre-grand reunion island escapade possible.
So, where in the world is
Talikud? For the benefit of those who haven’t been there, the little known
hideaway is located just off the southwestern coast of nearby Samal Island and
about an hour’s boat ride from Davao City. And what’s so hot about it? Well, it
happens to have at least two of the best world-class diving spots in this part
of the country, namely, Mansud Wall and Coral Gardens, which would probably
tickle the imagination of those fond of diving.
Add to that the many
stretches of palm-fringed, white-sand beaches dotting its coastlines as well as
the mysterious caverns found there, all waiting to awe intrepid tourists who
yearn for unusual island adventures.
Visitors will surely have a
field day indulging in a wide variety of activities in the island: scuba
diving, snorkeling, swimming, island hopping, camping and the like. I’m sure
that with these tantalizing treats, Talikud will soon be coming out of the
shadows of its bigger neighbor as it tantalizes more people, prompting them to
come to its shores.
So, peeps, what are you
waiting for? Grab those bags and head for the island.
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So, where in the world is
Talikud? For the benefit of those who haven’t been there, the little known
hideaway is located just off the southwestern coast of nearby Samal Island and
about an hour’s boat ride from Davao City. And what’s so hot about it? Well, it
happens to have at least two of the best world-class diving spots in this part
of the country, namely, Mansud Wall and Coral Gardens, which would probably
tickle the imagination of those fond of diving.
Visitors will surely have a
field day indulging in a wide variety of activities in the island: scuba
diving, snorkeling, swimming, island hopping, camping and the like. I’m sure
that with these tantalizing treats, Talikud will soon be coming out of the
shadows of its bigger neighbor as it tantalizes more people, prompting them to
come to its shores.
