ABW June 2018

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
Wow! Already halfway through 2018, time marches on and waits for
no man. In this issue we have so much for you to enjoy and great
places to visit, like our feature destination, Masbate. This beautiful
part of Bicol has so much to offer we decided to outline many feature
attractions of the Island as well as leave many to find for yourself
as you discover the many faces of this magical place. With the help
and assistance of the Department of Tourism Regional Director
Mr. Benjamin Santiago and his staff of region five we were able
to discover and write about in better detail some of the magic of
Masbate, a place we know you will enjoy.
Provinces all over the Philippines should all take notice of what
happened to Boracay as they completely disregarded or protected
their environment, and are now paying the price. They must take
the protection of their environment very seriously, because if they
neglect any of these important issues they will eventually suffer the
consequences. Protecting the beautiful beaches of the Philippines
must take precedence over making big profits. This was the major
downfall of Boracay.
Also a must read is our article on swim safe on page 46, please take
the time to read this very important article.
In our next issue we are looking at revisiting Marinduque.
WHAT’S INSIDE?
2018 Commodore’s Cup Regatta 4
Puerto Galera Easter Regatta 12
Standard Insurance 20
Zambales Life Saving Challenge
PRINCESS 62 Experience the 26
Exceptional Performance
SEA KISSED The History of an Ancient 30
Seafaring Nation
Fear Sharks? No, Revere Them 36
Boase Cohen & Collins 42
Inter-School Sailing Festival
Swim Safe 2018 46
Destination - MASBATE 50
18 For The 18th 74
Philippine Hobie Challenge
Sailing Tips - Handling the Mainsail 78
Taal Lake Yacht Club’s 80
2018 Women’s Helm Regatta
Barry Dawson Editor
Destination MASBATE
PRINCESS 62
Cover photo courtesy of Rayomarine
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