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| CAMOTES ISLAND PHILIPPINES Live life to the Fullest, My usual mantra at its best!
My recent travel last month brought me to the Southern part of Cebu. I have been able to travel all over Cebu in its city and I think even the less traveled portions, but always on its Northern side.
Camotes Islands is a group of islands in the Camotes Sea, Philippines. Combined area is 236.36 kilometres. The island group is located east of Cebu Island, southwest of Leyte Island, and north of Bohol Island. 
Camotes got its name when during the Spanish regime the locals were asked by the Spaniards as to what their place or the island was called. But the locals did not understand what they are asking, they thought the question was, "What are you planting/harvesting", so the locals said Kamotes.
There are two ways that I know if your from Negros, in order to get to Camotes. If you opt for a fast travel by plane to Cebu City, it would be the most convenient mode of travelling to Camotes. In Mactan airport you have another one hour to ride on the ferry boat, which is headed to Poro port and a land travel of mostly 40 mins to Camotes. Second is By water. its either you take the port in Escalante (Tabuelan) or in Old Sagay. The trip would take up as much as 2 hours and 30 mins. You have to ride another ferry boat again in Danao port for atleast an hour in order to arrive in Brgy Camotes.
We stayed in Santiago Beach Resort for 3 consecutive days. The people here and their staffs are very welcoming and accommodating. My tip also is that if you have a private car you should bring one, in order for you to travel the whole island. In that way you could save more, since renting a multicab for a day will cost you around 1,200-2,000 per day.
Camotes Island is Called the Lost Horizon of the South for the locals say that the most beautiful sunset that could be seen in the naked eyes is here in the said Island.
 
Of course, water activities is always one of the goals. In the lower right portion, is a map containing the diving site and spots allover Camotes. All in all, my brothers and I have been able to went in their diving spots and tourist attractions especially their Spelunking activities as well.
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On this portion , I would highlight the places where I find very attractive and at the same time will give you a peace of mind and a break from the busy real life scenario you could have. Especially that I belong in a Corporate world.
Bukilat cave, Tudela, Cebu
On our way to Lake Danao some children are selling this dried camotes and this is their delicacy. But I forgot what its called. hahaa...Thats for you to find out.
DANAO LAKE
I dont get too much details on how to get here and there so that you can find your adventures as well. A little lost on the lane and street would be fun right??. hahha. As they say it its when your lost, its the moment when your found. We have been able to scurry around since we brought our car with us.
Paraiso Cave is a privately owned business. For most of the caves we have been into with range of entrance fees not more than 60 pesos this one is more costly. Its around 100-200 pesos. But not that bad until you jumped into the cool and deep blue water
Being loud and noisy is prohibited, since bats are around the area.
Known as the little Boracay of Camotes Island
So if you are looking for a place to relax, get cozy, spend time with your family and a much needed break from the busy life and place that you come from, I recommend Camotes Island for you to check out and travel.
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