Author Archives: Harold
Rooftop Evenings at Harold’s Mansion
Every Wednesday night at Harold’s Mansion the guests gather on the rooftop to enjoy a communal grill out night while enjoying the views of the mountains looming in the distance. Everyone brings his or her own meat, fish or veggies … Continue reading
Back at Harold’s Mansion- Just In Time for Fiesta Filled May!
One year has passed since I left the Philippines with a promise to return for a much longer stay than the 21-day free visa. After much consideration of where to travel next, I decided it was best to return to … Continue reading
Earth Advocates at Harolds
Harolds Mansions is always trying to give a little back and during May there are lots of opportunities to do so. Teaming up with local organizations guests and staff from Harolds Mansion will take part in various events including mangrove … Continue reading
Green wheels
At Harolds Mansion its the little things that can make a big difference. Everywhere there are efforts to make the hostel more eco friendly – like the water free urinals on the roof deck, participating in the lights off for … Continue reading
Somethings cooking at Harolds
The little coffee shop at Harolds Mansion is well stocked with good variety to choose from. Opening at 7 am (although usually earlier to accommodate guests going on day trips) the coffee shop provides complimentary continental breakfast , with tea, … Continue reading
Peace and Quiet at the Eco Lodge
Just half an hour and 300 meters outside Dumaguete is the little town of Valencia and Harolds Eco Lodge. Surrounded by deep green vegetation are the 4 wooden huts that make up the Eco Lodge. There is one double room, … Continue reading
Sumilon Delights
Sumilon Island is beautiful. Lush green trees covering the island, white sand being lapped by the waves and crystal clear water, Island paradise. The boat trip takes about an hour from Dumaguete and the first dive we do is a … Continue reading
Diving with Giants
Encountering the largest fish in the sea is an awe-inspiring experience and to be able to do so on scuba makes the occasion. The village of Oslob, on the Island of Cebu, has been on the migration paths of the … Continue reading
First Impressions
Hi, I’m Lea and I’m going to tell you a bit about my first impressions of Harold’s Mansion Dive Center. A little history first. I met Harold 2 years ago while traveling around the Philippines and what should have been … Continue reading
Unlike Any Other Hostel
Hi! I’m Jean, a friend of Harold. I am a homegrown local of Dumaguete City and am currently a graduate student of marine biology. Harold’s asked me to help update his blog because he’s been busy since turning into a … Continue reading