Luca's Cucina Italiana & Lodge

I’m fully aware I’m one of the last to know of this Italian-owned resort at the edge of Puerto Galera known for its good food and hospitality. I heard about it in 2007 but didn’t get to visit until 2013. It’s fairly easy to get there: drive to or board a bus to Batangas Port, take a ferry to Talipanan then walk to the resort or take a ferry to Puerto Galera proper (Sabang) or White Beach then take a multi-cab or tricycle to Talipanan. It all depends on the schedule of the ferry and its destination. The boats are very frequent.

Just like most of the resorts in Puerto Galera, Luca’s is very rustic with wooden or bamboo furniture inside and the bedsheet is often the floral type coming in spring or ice cream colors. The rooms though are far from basic. Each has cable TV, refrigerator, en suite shower with hot water, and air condition that we actually kept on during the entire duration of our stay even if there were windows to let the sea breeze in. During our first visit, our room had about 4 double beds but during the recent visit, we had a double and a single one inside the room. While we always had a beachfront room, rooms at the end of the hall are also available.


With logistics out of the way, what appeals to me about Luca’s is the fact that it is a seclude place to chill. My two visits were in November, on a long weekend, but it was not crowded at all. It’s at the edge of a cove so there are no passersby and it’s quiet. The beach is very clean and there are chairs to lounge at  and also enough space to just lay out your mat and bake under the sun. If you’re into water activities, resort staff can always arrange snorkeling or paragliding. As for me, I was there to relax instead of be active.

Why Paris isn't always a good idea

 
I should have started reporting to Paris today, use my new index number (they disregarded the one in Geneva) and be part of the “international” system. But I refused the offer.
 
Since September last year, it has always been Paris. I don’t know why opportunities seem to spring up from there. But I never liked Paris.
 
I was there for the first time with my mom and I didn’t see the romance most claimed it to have. We cruised the Seine, dined at cafes owned by the Costes brothers, and whiled away hours al fresco watching people go by. My recent visit was with my partner and despite all the museums, history and architecture, that we enjoyed, we concluded it’s not a great place to raise a family.
 
We concluded Geneva is a great place for family. Actually, I think Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands are great for families. Prague, on the other hand, is perfect for singletons. I can only say this because my desire for “international” work and status has brought me to such places.
 
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