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Travel Giveaway: Win a Trip to the Philippines for Two!

September 8, 2015 by Jean Holy Smithereens 112 Comments

It’s been Β a month since my week-long, fun-filled adventure in the Philippines!

Looking back on it now, it’s quite amazing how much we were able to do in 7 days.

I want to thank most of you for following Team Australia (myself and Stef from A Modern Wayfarer) from Day 1 to Day 7, when we placed 3rd.

#CEBJuanderers Awards night in Boracay. Team Australia!
#CEBJuanderers Awards night in Boracay. Team Australia!

Time does fly when you’re having lots of fun.

Especially when you kick start day one flying off a trapeze in Manila!

#CEBJuanderers Challenge #1, Flying Trapeze in Manila
#CEBJuanderers Challenge #1, Flying Trapeze in Manila

And then “recover” for a bit by exploring the underground river of Puerto Princesa in Palawan. We also enjoyed a visit to Sheridan Organic Farm, had the freshest cleanest lunch, and fed ostriches too.

#CEBJuanderers 2nd destination: Puerto Princesa's Underground River
#CEBJuanderers 2nd destination: Puerto Princesa’s Underground River

And then it was off to Cebu, where we won a dance challenge (yay!) and got to chill at the wonderful Movenpick Hotel Mactan Island.

In between challenges, the CEBJuanderers managed to get some R&R at Movenpick Mactan Island Cebu
In between challenges, the CEBJuanderers managed to get some R&R at Movenpick Mactan Island Cebu

And of course, one of the greatest joys of being in this trip was having regular access to the most luscious, sweetest (with just the right tang), most succulent mangoes in the entire world. Philippine Mangoes!

Philippine Mangoes (from Cebu): The best there is in the world!
Philippine Mangoes (from Cebu): The best there is in the world!

And then it was off to Davao, where I engaged in the craziest, most out-of-this-world kind of race.

a different kind of race. Cycling on a wire at Eden Nature Park Resort in Davao
a different kind of race. Cycling on a wire at Eden Nature Park Resort in Davao

Now that’s a bike ride where you won’t see me going “Look Ma, no hands!” at any point!

And our last stop was Boracay, the island where the sunsets alone are enough reasons to visit.

The World-Famous Boracay Sunset at White Beach
The World-Famous Boracay Sunset at White Beach

It’s definitely been a very meaningful week of exploring the Philippines, forging friendships, accomplishing physical challenges we never thought would be possible, and creating a life long worth of sunshine-y memories.

Team Australia winning the bartending challenge in Boracay!
Team Australia winning the bartending challenge in Boracay!

Philippine hospitality is really like no other. To best describe the feeling, imagine an entire population that have long waited for your arrival. You will really feel the enthusiasm, warmth and genuine happiness of Filipinos.

It’s been a month since the #CEBJuanderers challenge by Cebu Pacific, yet the warmth of the experienceΒ burn on like a special ray of sunshine in my hodgepodge of memories.

Well folks, I’ve got good news for you: It really IS more fun in the Philippines.

And here’s even better news:

Cebu Pacific flies Sydney to Manila 5 times a week
Cebu Pacific flies Sydney to Manila 5 times a week

We’re all about sharing the love and sunshine, so in partnership with Cebu Pacific, I am giving away

Return flights for two to the Philippines! (Sydney- Manila return)

In order to place an entry, you must answer this picture question and answer by commenting in this blog post.

WHERE IN THE PHILIPPINES IS THIS?

Where in the Philippines was this taken?
Where in the Philippines was this taken?

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Only one entry per person will be accepted.

There will only be one winner of 2 return tickets (of course we want you to enjoy the Philippines with a travel buddy!)

In order to be accepted in the draw, your answer must be correct.

This is open worldwide, HOWEVER – the winner MUST be able to travel to SYDNEY on their own for the departure.Β 

This cannot be re-routed. The tickets are valid only for travel until August 2016, and tickets must be booked before February 2016.

Blackout dates apply:

27 October – 04 November 2015

18 December 2015-06 Jan 2016

18 March 2016-31 March 2016

04 May 2016 – 15 May 2016

The tickets are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

Entries close Friday Sunday 13th September 23:59 Australian Eastern Standard Time.

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In order to keep with the spirit of competition, I am keeping the comments / answers unpublished until Sunday.

Good Luck!!

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Filed Under: Adventure Travel, Asia, Philippines, Travels

About Jean Holy Smithereens

Jean is a lover of luxury travel and adventure, always looking for that "Holy Smithereens"-inducing moment on her travels. Follow the blog and other social media pages of Holy Smithereens to get the ultimate travel ideas for the luxurious adventurer!

Comments

  1. Shauna says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:42 am

    Photo taken in Puerto Princesa!!

    This looks like truly an incredible experience I could only ever dream of!! ????????

    Reply
  2. Amy // The Foolish Obsession says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:46 am

    At the risk of being the first to give the answer away… that would be Puerto Princesa! It looks gorgeous, and I’m keen to learn more about the underground river!

    Thanks for the chance πŸ™‚

    Reply
  3. Andrea Whitehouse says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:49 am

    Competition answer : the photo was taken in CEBU

    Reply
  4. AL Cordoba says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:56 am

    Boracay

    Reply
  5. Maria Raza says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:57 am

    The pic was taken in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines

    I would love to win the competition so CEB pacific can make up for the horrible preflight Christmas fiasco me and my Aussie boyfriend experienced last year. I reckon winning your competition is the only way we’ll fly again with the airline.

    Thanks heaps xx

    Reply
  6. roslyn says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:01 am

    Puerto Princesa!

    Reply
  7. Jan Peters says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:03 am

    I think…. The beautiful white beach in Boracay, Philippines. Wish me luck!

    Reply
  8. Evie says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:04 am

    It’s Puerto Princesa!
    How exciting! These tix would be an awesome way for Emmie and me to start our 12 months of backpacking around Asia next year, especially as our first stop is Manila on 1 Feb…whoop whoop! Three whole months in the Philippines, I can hardly wait I really can’t…seeing your pics made me even surer I am doing the right thing taking Em on our adventure next year. Best wishes Jean, evie & em ????????

    Reply
  9. Andrew says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:04 am

    Puerto Princesa, Palawan

    Reply
  10. allan vinas says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:14 am

    Samal Island Davao

    Reply
  11. Tiahna Trang To says

    September 8, 2015 at 8:49 am

    Hi Jean,
    So jelly you for travelling to all these beautiful places. I’ve been dreaming non-stop about the Philippines since reading all your travel reports. It has helped me a lot, thank you. I am planning to go there early March next yr for two weeks. Hopefully ‘lucky’ is on my side lol. The picture was taken at Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa, Philippines.
    Xo
    Tiahna

    Reply
  12. Mai says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Pic was taken in Puerto Princesa πŸ™‚

    Reply
  13. Josh says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:10 am

    Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  14. Maria Andallo says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Puerto Princesssa Palawan

    Reply
  15. Anthony says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines!

    Reply
  16. Jason says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:03 am

    Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa :):)

    Reply
  17. Laura O'Meara says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  18. Nastassja Conning says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:16 am

    So jealous of all your travelling!!! The picture is of Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa πŸ™‚

    Reply
  19. Angela Linhart says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:39 am

    The picture was taken at Puerto Princesa in the Philippines. Fingers crossed!

    Reply
  20. Chris Forrest says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:41 am

    It was taken at Puerto Princesa.

    Reply
  21. Jayne says

    September 8, 2015 at 12:12 pm

    Fab contest! The answer is Puerto Princesa πŸ™‚

    Reply
  22. Lynden Phillips says

    September 8, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    Boracay!

    Reply
  23. Mark Anthony Daluz says

    September 8, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    My answer to the trivia is:

    Sabang Port, Puerto Princesa Palawan, Philippines.

    Reply
  24. Jenny Nguyen says

    September 8, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    Puerto Princesa Harbour, approx 2 hours bus trip from Palawan Town. Palawan looks amazing and would love to visit it one day!

    Reply
  25. Anthony says

    September 8, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    Is it Boracay?

    Reply
  26. Christine King says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:01 pm

    Hi Jean.

    Thanks for the opportunity for this amazing competition.

    This photo was taken at Puerto Princesa at the port on your way to explore the famed under grown river.

    Thanks again

    Christine King
    Photography, Travel, Lifestyle

    Reply
  27. Mayo Yanilla says

    September 8, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    The picture looks like a view of a Palawan beach and its boats.

    Reply
  28. Sam says

    September 9, 2015 at 12:25 am

    Puerto Princesa baby!!!!!

    Reply
  29. Jason Smith says

    September 9, 2015 at 12:54 am

    Bulabog Beach ????

    Reply
  30. Katrina Joy Maris Javier says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:00 am

    Hi! Its in Sabang Port, Puerto Princesa???? Glad you enjoyed the Philippines!☺️

    Reply
  31. Margarita Ramos says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:49 am

    Last photo was taken in Davao, for sure!

    Reply
  32. Misty Bajada says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:54 am

    Davao

    Reply
  33. Michelle Ama says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:54 am

    Davao

    Reply
  34. Hannah Go says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:02 am

    It’s in Davao πŸ™‚

    Reply
  35. Gordon Norton says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:17 am

    Hello Jean,

    I think that photo is in Palawan, Puerto Princesa, at Sabang Pier.

    Regards,

    Gordon

    Reply
  36. Patricia Sanchez says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:30 am

    its in puerto princessa,palawan πŸ™‚

    Reply
  37. Darice de Castro says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:32 am

    Cebu

    Reply
  38. Clavelle foley says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:47 am

    Palawan

    Reply
  39. ethel says

    September 9, 2015 at 3:52 am

    The picture was taken in puerto princesa πŸ™‚

    Reply
  40. Matthew can Gaalen says

    September 9, 2015 at 4:26 am

    Puerto Princesa’s in Palawan

    Reply
  41. Seana - Sydney, Kids, Food + Travel says

    September 9, 2015 at 5:54 am

    It’s Sabang Pier on Palawan, where you went to get to the World Heritage Site Puerto Princesa Subterranean River.

    Oh I would so LOVE to go to the Philippines. Did I write a comment saying I’d wanted to get to Palawan since meeting so many lovely people from there when in Sabah as a backpacker. I went there a few times and did lots of scuba diving in my 20’s. People told me so much about the Philippines and about Palawan.

    I’d go in the school holidays and take my kids and have AMAZING adventures… my blog readers would love it!!

    What a fantastic giveaway!

    Reply
  42. wayne Desborough says

    September 9, 2015 at 6:45 am

    picture possible boracay would be great to win and take family back home to the Philippines thanks for chance of winning

    Reply
  43. Karissa says

    September 9, 2015 at 7:57 am

    Boracay, philippines!!!! ????????????????

    Reply
  44. Jonimay santos says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:16 am

    It is located in Tambobong beach resort in luzon.

    Reply
  45. jomar says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:36 am

    Sabang Pier, Palawan. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  46. Fairlie says

    September 9, 2015 at 9:35 am

    I think the photo was taken at Puerto Princesa!

    Reply
  47. Marie says

    September 9, 2015 at 10:04 am

    Hi. Is this in Coron?

    Reply
  48. andrew llewellyn says

    September 9, 2015 at 11:40 am

    It is Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  49. Sha says

    September 9, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    Answer :boracay

    Reply
  50. Bob Mc Donald says

    September 9, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    Where in the Philippines was this taken?
    Answer to the question for entry into the contest for trip for two to the Philippines is Sabang Pier about an hour from Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  51. Glaiza says

    September 9, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Cebu ????

    Reply
  52. Mark Sin says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:43 pm

    Q: WHERE IN THE PHILIPPINES IS THIS?
    A: Taal Lake

    Reply
  53. Rowena ropati says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:48 pm

    Caramoan Island

    Reply
  54. Kat says

    September 9, 2015 at 8:49 pm

    That photo was taken in Sabang Pier! ????????

    Reply
  55. jean says

    September 9, 2015 at 9:53 pm

    batangas?

    Reply
  56. Van Randolph Cana says

    September 9, 2015 at 11:14 pm

    Answer: Puerto Princesa

    I hope my guess is right! I haven’t gone home for 3 years, missed my mum’s surgery and 70th birthday and its my 30th birthday in April 2016 ^_^ it would be awesome to win a flight to see my family and friends.

    Reply
  57. Din says

    September 9, 2015 at 11:30 pm

    Puerto Princesa, Palawan

    Reply
  58. Lhie Vickers says

    September 9, 2015 at 11:58 pm

    Cebu

    Reply
  59. kelly mcgrew says

    September 10, 2015 at 12:34 am

    i think this was taken in Subic Bay, Philippines!

    Reply
  60. Ria Nimfa Ronquillo says

    September 10, 2015 at 2:14 am

    The picture was taken in Boracay, Philippines! =) (I hope, lolz)

    Reply
  61. roxie says

    September 10, 2015 at 3:04 am

    Its in Puerto Galera, hopefully im correct and win this so that i can treat my partner on a holiday for the first time. Thanks a lot dear!

    Reply
  62. Magdalena Czarnocki says

    September 10, 2015 at 3:08 am

    It’s beautiful Puerto Princesa, please take me there πŸ™‚

    Reply
  63. Baby Joy Balagtas says

    September 10, 2015 at 4:06 am

    Palawan πŸ™‚

    Reply
  64. Maria Arianne Paro-an says

    September 10, 2015 at 4:15 am

    Such a lovely photo! My answer would be Boracay. ???? #crossinyfingers

    Reply
  65. marites says

    September 10, 2015 at 6:39 am

    Palawan

    Reply
  66. Ashleigh Law says

    September 10, 2015 at 7:38 am

    I’ am going to go with Boracay…wish me luck!

    Reply
  67. budget jan says

    September 10, 2015 at 8:00 am

    Sabang Pier! Fingers crossed πŸ™‚

    Reply
  68. Melissa says

    September 10, 2015 at 8:06 am

    Boracay

    Reply
  69. Ronald says

    September 10, 2015 at 9:52 am

    San miguel grande island Tabaco, Albay

    Reply
  70. Ma Luisa Dingal says

    September 10, 2015 at 10:24 am

    It’s in Boracay

    Reply
    • Ma Luisa Dingal says

      September 10, 2015 at 10:25 am

      That picture was taken in Boracay, Philippines.

      Reply
  71. Jovi says

    September 10, 2015 at 10:27 am

    Boracay

    Reply
  72. Alex says

    September 10, 2015 at 10:29 am

    Cebu

    Reply
  73. Casey Hosken says

    September 10, 2015 at 11:12 am

    its beautiful Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  74. Bory Kim says

    September 10, 2015 at 11:43 am

    Puerto Princesa

    Reply
  75. Nina Carreon says

    September 10, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    UNDERGROUND RIVER, PUERTO PRINCESA PALAWAN

    Reply
  76. Cecille Canaria says

    September 10, 2015 at 12:45 pm

    Boracay

    Reply
  77. Richard Climaco says

    September 10, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    Hi, i would like to join in your travel giveaway πŸ™‚

    My answer:
    The photo was taken at Sabang Pier, Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

    i wish i can win the ticket as a gift for my wife. thank you! Godbless you! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  78. jonee valente says

    September 10, 2015 at 1:54 pm

    Hi jean! The photo is from puerto princessa palawan. Im hoping that my husband and i would be blessedly chosen as weve been hoping of flying back to phils for holiday. Weve been staying here in adelaide australia for almost 3years. Im 34 and my husband is 35. We came here as student visa and been separated with our 2kids for a year and a half.after studying, we just kept ourselves busy in working that in those almost 3years of being here, we didnt even have quality time to getaway from our busy life as we have lots of payments to do like applying for our residency; we dont have enough budget for our escapade.if given a chance to win, it will be a perfect getaway for us! It will be a big opportunity for us to experience this unforgettable events! Hoping you could give us a chance to build a memorable experience to travel back to phils! Its really more fun in the phils! God bless!

    Reply
  79. Dennis says

    September 11, 2015 at 1:32 am

    The picture was taken from Sabang Pier, Puerto Princesa.

    Reply
  80. Jason lankheet says

    September 11, 2015 at 1:34 am

    Puerto princess.

    Reply
  81. Flyn says

    September 11, 2015 at 3:47 am

    Boracay!

    Reply
  82. maribeth parreno says

    September 11, 2015 at 6:26 am

    That picture was taken in Puerto Princesa Palawan Philippines.Hope to be there soon!
    #morefuninpnas#????

    Reply
    • maribeth parreno says

      September 11, 2015 at 6:28 am

      That picture was taken in Puerto Princesa Palawan!!????

      Reply
  83. Apple Cuizon-Cortes says

    September 11, 2015 at 9:08 am

    This is in Cebu.

    Reply
  84. Robert marcos says

    September 11, 2015 at 10:15 am

    Mactan cebu

    Reply
  85. Misel says

    September 11, 2015 at 11:08 am

    Hi jean! I think this is at puerto princesa

    Reply
  86. Froilan says

    September 11, 2015 at 11:10 am

    The picture is most likely in Puerto Princesa!

    Reply
  87. Myth Leyson says

    September 11, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    I think this looks like in Bohol Phillipines.
    I hope Im right πŸ™‚

    Reply
  88. randolph rillo says

    September 11, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Boracay

    Reply
  89. Leah says

    September 11, 2015 at 1:21 pm

    Cebu

    Reply
  90. Yannis Taghoy says

    September 11, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    This picture was taken in the town of El Nido, Palawan, Philippines overlookin El Nido Bacuit Bay. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  91. Yannis Taghoy says

    September 11, 2015 at 5:34 pm

    This picture was taken in El Nido Town, Palawan, Philippines overlooking the Bacuit Bay. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  92. Yannis Taghoy says

    September 11, 2015 at 5:48 pm

    This picture was taken at the Port of Puerto Princesa, Philippines overlooking the Honda Bay. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  93. Rena Capasso says

    September 11, 2015 at 7:57 pm

    My answer would be PALAWAN, never been there but my friend who lives in Dumaguete City, Phillippines talks about how amazing the place is.

    Reply
  94. ann says

    September 11, 2015 at 8:15 pm

    Palawan is my answer. Philippiines is a place full of adventures, magnificent places, and full of smiling faces. No place like home – it sure is more fun in the Philippines πŸ™‚

    Reply
  95. Renna Capasso says

    September 11, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    My answer would be PALAWAN, never been there but my friend from Dumaguete City, Philippines talks about how amazing the place is.

    P.S. Sorry I posted my answer in a wrong box before I could not delete it myself hopefully you could remove it for me. Thank you.

    Reply
  96. Shane says

    September 11, 2015 at 10:44 pm

    Cebu?

    Reply
  97. marie says

    September 11, 2015 at 11:09 pm

    El Nido Palawan, Philippines

    Reply
  98. Clairie Rose Busuttil says

    September 12, 2015 at 1:30 am

    Love love Philippines! i’d rather visit philippine than other country’s….

    Reply
  99. kit manzo says

    September 12, 2015 at 1:42 am

    that picture is Boracay.

    Reply
  100. malou laguador says

    September 12, 2015 at 1:50 am

    pretty sure, this picture was taken in Puerto Prinsesa, pier going to underground river

    Reply
  101. Joanne wade says

    September 12, 2015 at 2:31 am

    Answer:palawan

    Reply
  102. Erica says

    September 12, 2015 at 3:38 am

    You sure had a real good time! πŸ™‚ I enjoy reading your post and looking at your photos πŸ™‚ I also want to try the challenges you had πŸ™‚ Dont know if I am tough enough though hehe By the way to answer your giveaway question I believe the place is in Puerto Prinsesa πŸ™‚

    You should join Travelbook ph’s Juanderlust πŸ™‚ and also congratulations on your 2015 Bloggys nomination πŸ™‚ Looking forward to reading more about your travel adventures πŸ™‚ Have a nice day! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  103. Anna @ shenANNAgans says

    September 12, 2015 at 7:29 am

    Puerto Princesa, officially the City of Puerto Princesa. Located in the western provincial island of Palawan, Philippines.

    Far out lady, you really are living the dream. I love, LOVE, looooove that you are jetting it around the world, doing crazy things like cycling on wire or flying trapeze. You are my idol. Getting my butt into gear and making my dreams to travel and write a reality. As always, thanks heaps for the inspiration. You ROCK!

    Reply
  104. Zainab says

    September 12, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    Puerto Princesa Palawan. Gosh, I hope I’m right I soooo needd this after all this uni work!

    Reply
  105. Joan Daluz says

    September 12, 2015 at 10:41 pm

    Answer: Sabang Port, Puerto Princesa, Palawan Philippines.

    Reply
  106. Laura Hearn says

    September 12, 2015 at 11:51 pm

    Cebu…

    Reply
  107. Florante says

    September 13, 2015 at 2:27 am

    Nice give away promo. I fill in for it :).
    Ph for december πŸ™‚

    Reply
  108. Mikca Charlene O. Arbis says

    September 13, 2015 at 4:36 am

    Palawan

    Reply
  109. Catherine O. Arbis says

    September 13, 2015 at 4:38 am

    Boracay

    Reply
  110. Trixie Desamito says

    October 2, 2015 at 1:23 am

    Sabang Pier in Puerto Princesa, Palawan In the Philippines.

    Reply

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