Shhhh getaway at Holy Family Islet

By Wein P. Gadian

Vacation is the answer to our busy lifestyle. And we would go such lengths like planning way, way, and way further ahead to maximize this experience.

And when it comes, we'll either do some reading, swimming, hiking, sleeping, taking a spa treatment or boating, among others. But there is something more than the things we do on vacation – it's Freedom, and one can only have this at the Holy Family Islet, in Brgy. Tando, Nueva Valencia in Guimaras.

Its white sands and peaceful canopy is an hour's land trip from the Jordan port, and a ten-minute motor boat ride from Guimaras island.

If Leonardo di Caprio's 'The Beach' is known for its being isolated from the rest world, the Holy Family reveals a serene existence right in the middle of the world.

Surrounded by several other islets and natural landscape in lime hilltops is just right to quench weariness. It is a quiet getaway, just what a vacation ought to be.

What it offers

The privately-owned islet could just give you the 'freedom' to do what you want.

It has manmade stairways and paths excellent for hiking and climbing. Add to it the brilliant nature scenes and treetops for picnics and teatime party.

Sports like Jetski, rowing and swimming are also a welcome.

There are snorkelling spots in the islet's deep waters. Island hopping and boating for more adventure can also be arranged.

It has cottages and cooking areas for visitors' convenience. Barbeque, bonfire and chit-chat will indeed be exciting.

For nature lovers, the place is a sanctuary especially during dusk and dawn time.

So if you long for that 'freedom,' try a quiet getaway to the Holy Family Islet.