THE BIKINI DIARIES: BACK TO BORACAY

When I get tired of life in the city, I hit the beach. Believe it or not, if I'm pushed to my limits, I snap, leave everything behind, and try to breathe before I'm dead.

That's how city life is for me sometimes. You work, get tired, get stressed, get depressed, but you earn--- You earn to spend, to relax, to unwind--- but at the end of the day, you're still STRESSED.

My principle in life is to spend, but for something worthwhile. I could get myself a fancy handbag, or eat my heart out in one of the best buffets in the metro, or stay in a 5- star hotel in the city. But I still choose to escape reality for a moment: fly to a remote place where I can hear no vehicles, smell no smoke, and see no concrete.

This is the time to do the real "reality check": to find out if you can still hear your breathing, feel your heart beating, and realize that there are more things than work, study, and urbanization.

This has got to be my most spontaneous trip to paradise to date. I was pigging out in Banchetto, Ortigas with friends when I got a message from my mother. She told me that she's bound for Boracay at 5:30am on Saturday. Then I felt that urge to lie on the sand, stare at the sky for hours, and swim on crystal blue waters. I called her back and asked her to book me an electronic ticket. I hurriedly left Banchetto, packed my bags, and the rest is history. And after a few hours since Banchetto, I was already in paradise. :)))

The place we are staying in is called DISCOVERY SHORES. It is located at Station 1. It is one of the Best Resorts in Asia of 2010- 2011.

And when they claim that they're the best, they're not kidding. The thing that impressed me the most in my stay is their remarkable service. The attendants never fail to greet you or give you a smile. They're always cheerful, and ready to assist you anytime.

But luxury doesn't come at a cheap cost. Station 1 is known for its high- end beach resorts. And Discovery Shores is the most popular at the station.

Here are snapshots of the facilities in Discovery Shores:

Look at those beds. I am pretty sure you will never have nightmares here!

Discovery Shores is a fusion of Zen/Contemporary architectural inspirations. The ambiance of the place suits every modern person. The Zen touch gives that much needed feeling of relaxation to every resort- dweller with a tired and stressed being.

Isn't the view majestic? The place behind the pool is Indigo, Discovery Shores' official bar/resto. Indigo restaurant is one of the finest restaurants in the island.

If you want to be a queen for a day (or for as long as you're staying in Bora), then check out Discovery Shores. I repeat, this is one of the finest hotels in the island, so the rates are costly.But I guarantee you, it will all be worth your cold, hard- earned moolah! :)

And moving forward...

This is a shot from D'mall. To those who are yet to visit this piece of paradise, D'mall is the island's local mall. From drugstores to branded swim wear, they have it here. But don't expect a city- kind of mall. After all, you went here to escape from the city!

And to wrap up this post, this is The Beauty Junkee, posing for my dear readers. I give you a warm and calm smile. Finally, I have found my peace of mind---AGAIN.

HAVE A GREAT WEEK AHEAD! :)