Potipot Island in the Philippines

By Mark Wiens No Comments

I had no idea Clark Manila airport was so far away from Manila city itself when I flew into the Philippines.  Luckily, I had arranged to meet some friends on Potipot Island in Zambales, which was already in that direction from Manila.

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I caught a bus to Olongapo town proper where I caught the Victory Liner Bus heading towards Candelaria, Zambales.   Around 4 hours later the driver woke me up to let me know that I had arrived.  Hot and sticky, I relaxed for a few moments at the Isla Vista Beach Resort.  I proceeded to take a 10 minute canue ride to reach the tiny island of Potipot to meet up with friends I had met through the wonderful project of couchsurfing.

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My first night in the Philippines was spent on the tiny island.  There was no electricity or development on the island and one could circumference the island in a matter of minutes.  The water was wonderful, the air was clean, the sunset was beautiful, and all was calm and quiet.

That night I slept like a baby, on the shores of the water, in the sand.

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I must say, Potipot island was not a bad place to spend my debut night in the Philippines.

I wouldn’t call Potipot a must see destination in the Philippines as there are countless other beautiful spots within the archipelago.  However, if you are looking for a little rest and relaxation, its a glorious place.

-Migration Mark