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    Decathlon’s SUBEA Neck Weight Review

    October 17, 2019 / 0 Comments

    One of the most important things I’ve learned during my Depth Training with Ocean Limits PH is to check your Neutral Buoyancy every time you dive. This means you are neutrally buoyant at ten meters – you neither go up or down when at the ten-meter marker. It is a must to check it every dive for safety reasons; especially to know if you should put on those weights or not. If you are neutrally buoyant or if you’re a sinker at the marker, you better lose the weights. During our depth training, I used a neck weight to maintain a good position and a smooth duck dive. However, It…

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    Anne Elizabeth Gumiran

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  • Reasons Why You Should Enroll to a Fitness Program

    October 10, 2019 / 0 Comments

    I dropped by Decathlon Dasmarinas as I saw that they were on a Season Clearance Sale and I noticed that there’s something new about the set up at their Community Area. It was turned into a gym. I knew they were up to something interesting so I approached the guy at the area and had a little chat. It turned out that the man I was talking to was not a staff but a fitness coach from Athlon Fitness. I had an interesting talk with him about working out and learned a lot. What transpired in our little chitchat were the reasons of why should one enroll to a fitness program.…

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  • Decathlon Dasmarinas Celebrates its First Year Anniversary!

    September 17, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Decathlon Dasmarinas, known as the haven for travel and sports enthusiast located in Robinsons Place, Dasmarinas, Cavite, celebrated its first anniversary last September 7, 2019. They invited everyone to come and join a day full of sports and actions.  The Sportive Fun The event kicked off at 5:00 AM with their 4-kilometer Community Run starting at the Decathlon Playground.It was powered by Kalenji, Decathlon’s official running brand. A number of participants, young and old, joined the fun. They were all in motion, soles bouncing on the pavement. It was capped off with an awarding. Photo by Karl Bael In the Male Category, Albert Argarin, got the third place finishing the…

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  • Decathlon Philippines’ SUBEA Complete Freediving Gear – A Review

    September 3, 2019 / 1 Comment

    About SUBEA Previously known as Tribord, Decathlon‘s brand for underwater sports and activities was rebranded into SUBEA which means “SUBaquatic Experiences are Amazing!” in 2017. It continuously provide inexpensive yet good quality gear for underwater activities such as SCUBA, spearfishing, freediving and snorkeling. Recently, they have competitively stepped up in the game of underwater activity and adventure brands with their 2019 release. Enticed, I got myself these and here’s an honest review of their low-volume mask, long fins, neoprene diving socks and gloves. Low Volume Mask Decathlon’s low volume mask Masks let us see the beauty of the underwater world. With that, divers consider these factors that would give them the best diving experience like…

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  • This travel and sports retailer lets you test their products before you buy it! – Decathlon Philippines

    June 10, 2019 / 0 Comments

    The opening of the very first Decathlon‘s physical store in the Philippines was a blast as this European travel and sports retailer has been known to deal quality yet affordable products. The struggle in resisting to shop is real as the items are really tempting that visiting without purchasing anything would make you feel regretful. I have personally proven how good these were as most of my travel items are from this store. So if you are also looking for a place where you can go get the necessary travel and sports equipment, don’t think twice about going to Decathlon. Decathlon Physical Stores There are three Decathlon physical stores at…

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THE QUEEN’S ESCAPE

Hi! I’m Queenie Anne Gumiran, the storyteller behind The Queen’s Escape, a Philippine travel and diving blog that celebrates wanderlust, culture, and sustainability. I started this space to share stories that go beyond pristine beaches and scenic peaks — from hidden islands and local eats to my adventures in scuba diving, freediving, and sustainable travel. Through every post, I hope to inspire you to explore the Philippines meaningfully, fall in love with its underwater and island beauty while protecting them, one escape at a time.

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