7 Destinations-IN-1 Island: BALESIN!

Travel the World in this paradise in Quezon Province, Philippines called Balesin Island.  A destination of unmatched natural beauty, Balesin’s 7.3 km of pristine white sand beaches are only as stunning as its 190 hectares of virgin hardwood forest. Situated 21 kilometers southeast of Polillo, Quezon Province, it is just a 25-minute plane ride from Manila, yet is a world entirely unto itself. Balesin Island Club is your distinctive, members-only, private leisure getaway with 7 themed villages inspired by the most recognized and exclusive worldwide vacation spots of Mykonos, Costa Del Sol, Toscana, St. Tropez (one of my favorite places in the World), Phuket, Bali, and Balesin (which stands for Balete at Asin). 

the island from our plane

Come and join me unravel this eye-catching, Balesin Island…

Prudently deliberated by EcoPlan of Miami, Florida, USA, Balesin Island Club was designed with the environment in total harmony with its innate ambiance. Water harvesting, 80% water recycling, a reverse osmosis plant, on-site eco friendly transportation, organic farming, and alternative sources of energy reduce the amount of waste and ensure sustainable development on this beauty of an island – without scrimping on luxurious, top-notch facilities.

BALESIN stands for Balete at Asin

View from the Clubhouse

As mentioned, each village have its own superbly landscaped pool as well as a specialty restaurant which offers an array of gastronomic delights based on the theme of the village. All the villas are elegantly designed and garlanded, making available a panoramic landscape of the ocean and woodlands.

Balesin 
Balesin Village is your home away home, conveniently situated near the Clubhouse, Spa and Aquatic Sports Center. The Villas in Balesin features the best of Philippine home-grown architecture, craft, and design, combined with a modern twist. Spoil yourself with the exquisite Filipino cuisine, and stroll along the luxurious white sand beach it has to offer.

just love their interior in the clubhouse

Balesin Village Sala

just adore this haven thats why I had to take this shot c",)

beach front villa in Balesin overlooking the very stunning Lamon Bay

Balesin Village has been my favorite in this island considering the picturesque view it has to offer and need I say it houses, Sakura Restaurant where Chef Edo San’s Maki and Sake is  a must try!

Sake or Rice Wine in Japan

Chef Edo San's Maki (drools now...hahaha)

Bali
Bali Village is an enchanting community with its sheer natural beauty of its majestic volcanoes, beautiful white-sand beaches and lush terraced rice fields. The Villas represents its well-balanced composition of nature by means of tropical scenery settings, generous open spaces, water element and a patio with wooden decks. Pleasure yourself in stilt villas stretching above the cool waters of Lamon Bay and embrace the feel of villas set in paddies reminiscent of Ubud, Indonesia.

When in Bali

standing at the restaurant door of Bali Village

Mykonos
No one can go wrong in the vision of white and blue in Mykonos Village, where it is a striking paradigm of Cycladic cubic structural design located around a quaint fishing bay. It is to my amazement that this island ranks among the best known and most desirable vacation spot in the world. The Villas itself will give you a taste of Greece, right here in the Philippines. Allowing you to depict white-washed houses, blue windows and doors, winding streets, a Greek café, a sea grotto and rock bar. A magnificent place to watch the sunset at the bars and must try their roasted lamb and super rich chocolate mousse (drools now…haha)

roasted lamb, greek salad and their super rich chocolate mousse 

Mykonos Restaurant

Greecian Inspired Village in Balesin

Phuket
The “Pearl of the South”, a phrase justified by the large quantity of powdery white beaches, limestone cliffs, and crystalline, blue-green waters. Located on the southernmost part of the island, the Village is fitted with exotic villas fronted by a white sand beach or overlooking picturesque rugged cliffs above the sea

Costa Del Sol
Check out the South of Spain thru Costa del Sol Village. This is a world-renowned tourist spot, known as the "Sun Coast” and a sure spot where tycoons, aristocrats and film stars come to play and relax.  Live through the laid-back Southern Spanish charm through their Villas as you kick up your heels on the lovely white sand beach fronting it.  Must try their impressive Seafood Paella (good for 3 to 6 pax but the prices at any restaurant in the island is very reasonable… cheaper than some of the hotels in Manila)

inside Alhambra, one of their wine lounge area in Costa Del Sol

Saint Tropez

So good to be real, Saint Tropez remains to be my favorite destination in the World. Identified as a playing field for the affluent and Hollywood elite, St.Tropez is surrounded by white sandy beaches and enjoys a dazzling sunny climate. The Village is just stunning in colors combined with its impeccable service that makes a stay at this place truly etched in your mind. Patterned like a boutique hotel, the suites are stirred by the legendary Hotel Byblos. Bask in with your own private French Riviera and enjoy an authentic experience at our crêperie. One must try their duck confit, crepes and their classic French mussels in white wine sauce.

i want my office like this c",) with the comforts of wearing slippers :)

Toscana
Heading to Italy's west coast, stands one of the world's most trendy vacation destination. Still under construction during my visit but will surely bring romantic Tuscany to life. Expect the Village to offer you its finest Italian Gastronomy such as the Trattoria, where authentic Tuscan dishes will be served using the freshest ingredients.

Here’s a list of Amenities around Balesin Island (taken from their website)
• CLUBHOUSE
Main Floor
o 7 Two-Bedroom Unit Clubhouse Suites
o Reception
o Coral Bar
o The Clubhouse Lounge
o The Balesin Dining Room
o The Veranda
o Private Dining Rooms (Michelle's and Hannah's)
o Sakura Japanese Restaurant
o The Conference Room
o Viewdeck
o Balesin Sunset Sweets
o Balesin Music Lounge
Ground Floor
o Billiards and Table Tennis (Game Room)
o Joanna's Shop (Souvenirs and Sundries)
o E.L. Tordesillas Library
o Tabacalera Cigar Divan
o KTV Rooms (Mike's and Rannie's)
o Mahjong and Poker Rooms
o Function Rooms
o Salon and Barber Shop
o Internet Gaming/Business Center
o Wii© Room
o Locker Rooms (Male, Female & Children)
o Children's Indoor Playroom

Outdoor
o Lounge Pool
o 3 Outdoor Whirlpools
o Kiddie Pool
o Bars for Lounge Pool and Kiddie Pool
o Private Beach Cabanas
o Aquatic Sports Center

INTERDENOMINATIONAL CHAPEL
SPA
o Spa Suites
o Spa Pool
o Sauna
o Steam Bath
RESTAURANTS
Specialty Restaurants
o Greek
o Thai
o Italian
o French
o Spanish
o Indonesian
o Filipino
o Japanese
o Seafood

• AQUACULTURE
o Catfish
o Bivalves
o Green Mud Crab
o Grouper
o Lobsters
o Milkfish

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH CENTERS
o Organic Gardens
o Herb/Medicinal Garden
o Vermiculture

FULLY COVERED SPORTS CENTER
Indoor
o Basketball Court
o Tennis Court
o Badminton Courts
o Fully Equipped Gym
o Airsoft Target Shooting Range
o Rock Climbing Wall

Outdoor
o Basketball Court
o Tennis Court
o Paintball Shooting/War Games
o Golf Driving Range and Putting Green
o Archery Range
o Mountain Biking

AQUATIC SPORTS CENTER
o Windsurfing
o Sailing
o Waterskiing and Wakeboarding
o Snorkeling
o Kayaking
o Stand-up Paddle Boarding
o Deep Sea Fishing
o Boat Rental

THE STABLES
o Island Trail Ride
o Bullring
o Calesa Rides
o Horse Stables & Paddock

Balesin Spa

Balesin Spa Lobby

horse back riding by the beach

I couldn’t have enjoyed my trip to Balesin if not for these people who made me experience a holiday 180degrees from the ordinary: Debbie (Reservations Manager in Hangar Airport), Captain Joe (our pilot), Dadsie (Activities Director), Pipoy (who toured us around the island <<<I was just humbled that these brothers, Dadsie and Pipoy chooses to stay in this island despite being hacienderos>>>), the entire Activities Department, Vanessa (Manager of St Tropez Village), Cesar (Dining Room Manager of Costa Del Sol), Joy (F&B Staff at the Clubhouse), Alex (Dining Room Manager of Mykonos), Marco Diaz and the entire Balesin Staffs (sorry for those I forgot to mention their names… let me know and ill add you up on this blog… haha) 

These and more that Balesin has to offer and isn’t it just the perfect escape to everything and everyone?! There's so much photos to share but I hope this is enough for now as ill leave the rest to your imagination. 

Seeing Balesin makes me more certain that I live in the most exquisite country on the planet!  Undeniably beyond “fun and wow” not only for the place itself but for the exceptional staffs who delivers excellent service at all times!