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Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines

Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines

Bohol is one of the Philippines' tourists destination. One of its prime attractions are the Chocolate Hills. In fact it is featured in the provincial flag and seal to symbolize the abundance of natural attractions in the

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Maria Cristina Falls in Iligan City

Maria Cristina Falls in Iligan City

Maria Cristina Falls in Iligan City is the second highest falls in the Philippines. It is a waterfall of the Agus River on the Island of Mindanao and is a landmark of Iligan City. Because of the presence of more than 20

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Crocolandia in Talisay City, Cebu

Crocolandia in Talisay City, Cebu

Just this afternoon my wife and I finally decided to visit Crocolandia in Talisay City, Cebu here in the Philippines. We’ve heard a lot of good comments about this mini zoo and we want to see it ourselves. Crocolandia

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Bohol Bee Farm Resort and Restaurant in Panglao

Bohol Bee Farm Resort and Restaurant in Panglao

Bohol Bee Farm is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Panglao Island, Bohol in the Philippines together with Bayoyoy and Hinagdanan Cave. It is one of the many enticing spots in Bohol just like Chocolate Hill

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Cebu Taoist Temple: Taoism in the Philippines

Cebu Taoist Temple: Taoism in the Philippines

The Cebu Taoist Temple or The Philippine Taoist Temple Inc. is situated inside Beverly Hills Subdivision, Cebu in the Philippines. The building of Cebu Taoist Temple commenced in 1972 by a group of Chinese. The main temp

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Islands Souvenirs: I Love Cebu Shirts

Islands Souvenirs: I Love Cebu Shirts

History of Islands Souvenirs The idea of Islands Souvenirs took form in the early 1990’s. The germ of a concept was inspired by the founder and chief executive Jay Aldeguer’s travels in Europe and around the Philippi

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Buggy Car Driving in Boracay, Philippines

Buggy Car Driving in Boracay, Philippines

Driving a Buggy Car is one of my childhood fantasies and it came true when I went to Boracay. I didn’t expected that there were Buggy Cars in Boracay because I used to believe that there’s nothing more in Boracay tha

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Museo Sugbo: The Cebu Provincial Museum

Museo Sugbo: The Cebu Provincial Museum

Cebu has been a premiere tourist destination in the Philippines. Not only the nature parks and adventures you can enjoy in Cebu but you can also see the history of the Philippines through very informative Museums such as

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Boracay Islands, Philippines



Bukidnon View Deck

September 2nd, 2010
Posted in Bukidnon

Small Cottage at the View Deck
Small Cottage at the View Deck  | read this item

One of the ways to take your breath away with the amazing view of “The Highland Paradise” known as Bukidnon is to stop over at Bukidnon View Deck. It is located in Sitio Angeles, Maloko, Manolo Fortich in an area far from the rural houses. It is the perfect location for a 1 hour pit stop, relaxation and sight-seeing together with families and friends. The Bukidnon View Deck is developed, maintained and managed by the Local Government Unit of the [...]

Caticlan Port: Gateway to Boracay

September 2nd, 2010
Posted in Aklan

Caticlan Port
Caticlan Port  | read this item

Caticlan Port is considered is the only way to get to the astonishing island of Boracay. Although there are other starting points, the Public Ferry that takes tourists to Boracay is only at the Caticlan Port because this is the closes point going to Cagban Jetty Port in Boracay. In the other sea ports in the Philippines their only destination is at the main ports in mainland Panay, spread in the provinces of Aklan, Iloilo, Antique and Capiz. The Caticlan [...]

Jonah’s Fruit Shake

September 2nd, 2010
Posted in Boracay

Jonah's Fruit Shake
Jonah's Fruit Shake  | read this item

If you are planning to go to Boracay, make sure you include Jonah’s Fruit Shake in your itinerary. It is dubbed as “The Best Fruitshake in the Island” and is one of the most visited snack house in Boracay. Both foreign and domestic tourists, patronize the place as it offers the best tasting fruit shake – Avocado, Banana, Mango, Strawberry, Melon, Papaya, Pineapple among many other fruits and combinations with chocolate and vanilla. Jonah’s Fruit Shake is one of the [...]

Boracay Hand-painted Shirts

August 31st, 2010
Posted in Boracay

Boracay Hand-Painted Shirts
Boracay Hand-Painted Shirts  | read this item

Boracay is not just about the white beaches, luxurious hotels, sumptuous restaurants and modern-day adventures; it is also a home to a simple work-of-art – the Boracay Hand-Painted Shirts. It is one of the many wonders that can be found in Boracay Island in the Philippines. The hand-painting talent of the local folks is just magnificent and eye-catching to both locals and foreigners as they paint these shirts along the white-sand beach in Boracay. Boracay Hand-Painted Shirts can be found [...]

Recall Paintball in Davao

August 28th, 2010
Posted in Davao

Paintball Masks
Paintball Masks  | read this item

One of the most exciting, thrilling and exhausting games to play in the Philippines is Davao Paintball. It is managed by Recall Paintball and is the first and only paintball company in Davao. They have three playing fields located in Matina Town Square near Taboan, Davao Crocodile Park Complex and in Samal Island in front of the Gate 2 of Paradise Island Beach Resort. Davao Paintball is the perfect activity for the family, friends, and co-workers. It is intended to [...]

Musa Meristem Banana Culture

August 28th, 2010
Posted in Davao

Davao Banana Culture Plantation
Davao Banana Culture Plantation  | read this item

The Musa Meristem Banana Culture is one of the Philippines’ largest banana tissue culture plantation. It is located in Davao Crocodile Park Complex, Diversion Road, Ma-a, Davao. Inside the Musa Meristem Banana Culture, one can see thousands of Banana leaves planted inside a black disposable container which serves as pot during cultivation of the Bananas. The Musa Meristem Laboratories has been cultivating thousands of Banana leaves every year, which then sold or planted before it becomes into big trees. Cultured [...]

Malagos Garden Resort

August 28th, 2010
Posted in Davao

Malagos Garden Resort
Malagos Garden Resort  | read this item

Brgy. Malagos in Calinan, Davao, Philippines is not just a home of the Philippine Eagle Center where it housed the Endangered Philippine Eagles. It is also where the famous Malagos Garden Resort is located. Malagos Garden Resort is a 12-13 hectare inland nature themed park ornamented with century old durian tree. One could feel the cool mountain breeze while on the resort just like when you do nature trekking at Kan-irag Nature Park in Cebu City. While on Malagos Garden [...]

Carmelite Monastery in Bukidnon

August 27th, 2010
Posted in Bukidnon

Carmelite Monastery
Carmelite Monastery  | read this item

One of the less complicated houses of prayer with magnificent garden in the Philippines is the Carmelite Monastery in Bukidnon. It is one of the few Carmelite homes in the country which obviously houses Carmelite Nuns or Carmelite Sisters. It is a sanctuary of peace and prosperity which usually caters recollections/retreats and other forms of self-renewal and prayer. The well maintained flora adds to the delight of one which visits the Carmelite Monastery be it a day or a night. [...]

Quadra: D’ Stable Eco-Resort

August 27th, 2010
Posted in Bukidnon

Quadra - D' Stable Eco Resort
Quadra - D' Stable Eco Resort  | read this item

One of the finest environment-friendly resorts in Bukidnon is D’ Stable Eco-Resort or popularly known as Quadra, Portuguese translation of “Court” or “Block”. Located about 2 kilometers from Sayre Highway, the main road, Quadra holds a trail for horseback riding. It is one of the dozen ranches found in the city of Malaybalay. D’ Stable Eco-Resort offers short rides inside their ranch as well as day-long or overnight rides to trails in Mount Kitanglad with a couple of knowledgeable wrangler [...]

Public Swimming Pool in Malaybalay

August 27th, 2010
Posted in Bukidnon

Malaybalay Public Swimming Pool
Malaybalay Public Swimming Pool  | read this item

Located in Can-ayan, Malaybalay City, a Public Swimming Pool can be enjoyed by all the people, both locals and foreigners alike. Since it is about 10 minutes away from the main road of Malaybalay, Bukidnon, getting there is quite hard. Someone needs his own vehicle to get there and most motorella’s (or tricycles) does not go there even if you charter it. You may want to try negotiating a multicab because they would surely agree if the price is right. [...]

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  • Come! Discover the Philippines

    What makes the Philippines more than a usual holiday destination?

    Some say, when the Gods created the Philippine island, they like it so much, they decided to create seven thousand more. That meant having over seven thousand different views of the sun, and many different beaches like Boracay, which is probably unlike anywhere you’ve ever been.

    They say that Gods took their time when they made this paradise. Having thousand of islands also meant that our wildlife and marine life are among the most diverse in the world.

    Even our history comes in many chapters, each one with the different theme. Our colors come in infinite forms and our melting pot of cultures contain more than the usual ingredients, so you can expect more than the usual festivals every year.

    We’re oriental, and were western too! That’s why no matter where you're from, the Philippines will feel like home.

    Many come here to learn... and play. We just love taking the usual things further like honeymooning , relaxing, partying, and shopping. You haven’t seen a real bargain unless you shop here.

    And if we like to over do things here in the Philippines just imagine what it’s like, to be our guest!

  • In the Philippines

  • Tara na, Biyahe tayo

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in the Philippines is not a problem in highly urbanized cities such as Manila, Cebu and Cagayan de Oro. Tourism spots such as Boracay, Panglao and Palawan also offers great prices for overnight stays. In most cities, the price ranges from P800-P1500 for economy, P1500-P3000 for midrange and over P3000 for high end. Prices usually go up during Peak season such as Christmas and summer. Prices will double or even triple in "Super Peak" seasons such as New Year and Holy Week. In most cities of the Philippines, prices stay the same throughout the year except during fiestas and festivals. Be sure to book ahead of time to avoid any hassles. Hotels usually get fully booked even before the month of the festival.

  • Internet Access

    In most part of the Philippines, even in small towns, have one internet café. But in more populated towns and cities, internet cafés can be seen in every corner. Prices are normally at P20 per hour in more decent places. Internet connection is relatively fast at 1mbps and most computers in urbanized cities are on the higher end. Some internet cafes are open 24 hours and offer a promo rate of P10 per hour from late evening until dawn but will tend to be very noisy as this will be the time most adults play their favorite online games. Browsing, chatting, playing games and encoding are just some of the things you can do in most cafés. Free WI-FI connection is available in most coffee shops and some fast foods and malls. Plenty of hotels and resorts in the Philippines offer free computer use and WI-FI to the guests.

  • Climate

    Climate in the Philippines is relatively predictable and similar in most parts of the country. The hottest climate is experienced during the summer in the months of March to May at a maximum of 38° C (100° F). During this time, El Niño is usually felt in most part of the Philippines making large amount of damages to agriculture. Temperature starts to drop in June and rainfalls are gradually experienced until October. La Niña the counterpart of El Niño is sensed during this season. The best time of the year in the Philippines is around November to February where humidity is pleasant and rainfall is not too much.

  • Business Hours

    Different businesses in the Philippines open in different time of the day. Shopping Malls usually open at 10am to 9pm. Supermarkets are open at 9am to 8pm and wet markets are open early morning until 6pm. Most banks operate from 9am to 4pm but banks inside shopping malls, such as Banco de Oro, opens until 7pm. ATM machines are found in most populated area and are accessible 24 hours. Bars are open from 6am until dawn and restaurants open from 8am to 11pm. Government offices such as SSS, Pag-ibig, Philhealth, Post office and BIR among many others opens at 8am to 5pm with most of them having lunch breaks at 12nn to 1am. Embassies and consulates open at 9am to 1pm during weekdays. Most private companies operate at 8am to 5pm but with the growth of the outsourcing industry in the Philippines, some companies are open 24 hours and are on employee shifting scheme.

  • Transportation

    The Philippines offers a wide range of transportation. Urbanized cities usually have an airport and seaport for both international and domestic travels. In most cities, jeepneys are the main land transportation. Jeepney fare starts at P7.00 and goes up depending on the distance of your destination. Buses are found in most part of the country traveling from the City to the different provinces of the island. Railway transits are found in Manila that offers fast travel experience. Tricycles and “pedicabs” (or cycle rickshaw) are found in most parts of the country with fares ranging from P5 up to P50 or even higher. Taxis are all over major cities. Just be sure to tell them to turn on their meter or you’re going to pay P200 for a 10 km ride.

  • Telecommunications

    The Philippines has a good telecommunications from ham radios to cellphones. Ham radios are still being used by police, military, reporters and some non-government organizations in communicating. As of 1997, there are 7.3 million telephone mainlines in use which makes it easier to communicate locally and internationally. There are also radio broadcasting stations (both AM and FM) in every part of the country as well as television broadcasting stations. The Philippines has 3 giant mobile companies namely: Globe Telecom, Smart Communications and Sun Cellular with over a thousand cellular sites all over the archipelago. Since the advancement of SMS, it has been an important part to the Filipino lifestyle. This makes the Philippines as the SMS capital of the world. Without a doubt, text messaging and mobile calls are not a problem in the country. The country is also equipped with broadband internet which makes it easy to communicate anywhere in the world.
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