Boracay Family Getaway: Smart Tips for Accommodation and Food Budget
Last updated on February 21st, 2024 at 10:56 am
4 minutes readMy family and I turned our Boracay dream into reality on a budget. In this blog post, I’ll share our recent trip, including places we visited, local restaurants we enjoyed, and our affordable accommodation. To start our Boracay adventure, we fulfilled entry requirements like accomodation reservation, carrying valid IDs, vaccination certificates and necessary documents for all family members.
Where we stayed
For our trip, I booked a budget-friendly stay at Shore Time Dormitel, ideal for families. We got a single room for 8 people, with an option for 2 more at P2,000 for 8 people and an additional P500 for 2 extra per night, totaling P2,500. We used their shuttle service (P400 for 10 people, not included in accommodation) from Cagban Jetty Port to Shoretime Dormitel. Located at Station 3, Sitio Cagban, Barangay.Manoc-Manoc, Shore Time Dormitel offers amenities like free shuttle service, Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, lobby, pantry, food park with live music, café, and bar. You can secure your booking by calling them at 09178461746 or at their Facebook Page or via Agoda.
Where and what we ate
After a short rest, we went to D’ Mall via free shuttle from Shore Time Dormitel. We had a tasty Filipino lunch at Jasper’s Tapsilog and Resto, spending around P920 for 10 people. For dinner, we opted for Shore Time Dormitel’s Must-Try menu: Sizzling Button Mushroom for P230 and Adobong Kangkong for P105.
Beach Photos (Sunset)
After dinner, we took a relaxing walk on Station 1 White Beach to enjoy the beautiful sunset, creating a peaceful and magical experience.
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Beach Photos
The next day, we took the free Shore Time Dormitel shuttle at 9 am before leaving Boracay. We enjoyed one last walk on the white beach, savoring the summer atmosphere. The beautiful sunset and the fine white sand left lasting memories for our family. Check out our beach photos.
Summary of Expenses
- Shore Time Dormitel Accomodation: P2500/night
- Shuttle service (Cagban Port – Shoretime Dormitel – Cagban Port): P800
- Jasper Tapsilog & Resto: P920
- Shore Time Dormitel Must-Try menu: P335
- Macao Imperial Tea Cheesecake (2pax): P300
Total of P4,855 excluding Pasalubong
In conclusion, a budget-friendly family trip to Boracay is easily attainable with smart choices. Opting for affordable accommodations such as Shore Time Dormitel, dining at budget-friendly eateries, and relishing in complimentary activities like beachfront sunsets make for an unforgettable experience without breaking the bank. Remember, the charm of Boracay doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.
When packing for your trip, you might want to consider the following items:
- Face mask
- Tumbler to stay hydrated
- Remember to bring sunscreen
- Goggles for swimming and snorkleng
- Swimsuit
- Luggage or Backpack
- Vacuum storage packs
- Selfie stick for you great photos
- Waterproof case for Smartphone protection
- Action Cam
- Powerbank
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