Anilo, Batangas

Rocky Shore

These photos were captured in the Philippine Islands.  Most international flights arrive late in Manila.  It might have been 1:00 AM when I cleared customs followed by 45 minutes of looking for the driver.  Despite the unholy hour, the airport was crowded.  In the wee hours it was roughly a three hour drive Arthur’s Place, a secluded scuba diving resort in Anilo, Batangas.  The hotel is old style Asian.  Windows had shutters, but no glass.  It’s built on a hillside near the beach and is lovely.   Scuba diving in the area was exceptional with beautiful soft corals abundant.  Arthur’s seems to be mostly a weekend place used by folks living in the Philippines.  One night mid week we were the only guests there.  I took my meals at the hotel because of a lack of proximity to  other restaurants.  The food was good, but it did get repetitive after a while.

Rocky Shore

Boat and Rocks

Gum Drop Islands

Gone Diving

Sombrero Island

Dive Guide

Project Boat

Welcoming Comittee