Authentic Thai Massage in Siargao Island

Naldo and I work in Papa Wave Store 16 hours a day. Sounds crazy but we love what we do. And it helps that we're able to divide work depending on who does it best. Anyway, all work without play is never healthy. So during our rest day and that is every Monday before 4 pm, we make sure we go out and do something different.

Today, we visited Harmony Massage and gosh... the service is really, really awesome. First, they have a real massage bed which already promises comfort. That's a big deal because no massage shop here (that we know of) has one. Also the sheets were obviously clean, newly washed and not reused. 

Second, the oils they use are from Thailand and are all natural. When they showed us their coconut oil, we could tell how pure it was because of its color, clarity, and odor. Low quality coconut oils are usually yellowish and the odor is too strong that they almost smell bad. Third and most importantly, they give AUTHENTIC Thai massage. I've had my share of so-called Thai massages and in the end it felt like I've been mushed and crumpled (as if I'm no human being). But in Harmony Massage, the experience was totally delightful. The massage was energizing. The strength of the pressure applied is relevant to the body part and the massage rhythm is very consistent. There's a clear art and learned skill to it. 

So if you happen to be in Siargao, please check out Harmony Massage. They offer foot massage, oil & aromatherapy massage, sunburn treatment, waxing and a lot more. It's located in Emerald House Village, Cloud 9.

Now I know exactly what to give my mom on her birthday.  ;-)

Magpupungko Rock Pools

One of our favorite destinations, every Monday, here in Siargao Island is Magpupungko rock pools. 

What makes this place worthwhile for us is its natural aquarium. It's the perfect place to go snorkeling. The pools are just full of life!

All photos were taken using a simple S3 phone camera. And if it matters, the only thing we did to the photos was add a watermark. What I'm really trying to say is the place is naturally amazing. You can close your eyes, take photos, and the pictures would still come out beautiful. 

 

TIPS:

1. The best time to go there is during low tide otherwise you won't have access to the pools. So please check websites or ask locals for tide info.

2. There's really no need for you to hire a tour guide to go there. If you know how to ride a motorbike, rent one.  There are lots of motorbikes for rent in Gen. Luna and they cost around ₱500 depending on the model, etc.

3. Make sure your gas tank is full. Magpupungko is located in Pilar, Siargao Island and is around an hour and a half away from Gen. Luna (depends on your speed of course).  Oh! And don't forget to check your tires.

4. Honestly, you probably won't enjoy the place as much if you don't go swimming. So please bring your swim wear.  And if you're a devil-fruit user (like us), bring a life vest or a swimming aid because the pools are around 5 to 10 meters deep. (Note: Devil-fruit users are characters from "One Piece" who have ingested fruits that gives them special powers but make them lose the ability to swim.)

5. Speaking of things to bring, don't forget your snorkeling gear with you. Again, the pools are natural aquariums. 

6. The place is pretty isolated so please bring your phone. 

7. Don't leave your valuables unattended. Bring a reliable dry bag.

8. Entrance fee is ₱50 each person.

                                       

That's it for now. Have a great day everyone!

Bottle bottom designs do matter!

Don't you just hate plastic bottles with bumpy bottoms like these ↓ ↓ ↓?

They topple sooo easily especially when they're placed on wire shelves of display chillers. Annoying!

They're like bottles with ADHD. Setting them up inside the chiller is like stacking dominoes minus the fun. I understand the bottles were designed that way to make them sturdier but they're just inconvenient.

Anyway, I'm just saying. Meanwhile, you have a great day.