Sunday, April 28, 2013

BATANGAS

ACUATICO BEACH RESORT- LAIYA, BATANGAS


 Batangas Beach resorts. Batangas Beach Resorts are full of natural landscape that vacationers will love and have a good time. The towns of San Juan, Mabini, Calatagan, Lian, Lobo and Nasugbu are where the famous beach resorts are located.
The long shorelines of Laiya and Hugom bear white sand, warm blue water and fresh breeze. Swimming, snorkeling, jet skiing, kayaking and boating are activities that awaits you.
Calatagan is a well-known get away of some of Manila’s discerning families. Around this town are superb rest houses of well to do families in the Philippines. Primarily because of the ancient Spanish provincial charm and atmosphere. The panoramic view of the seascape, distant mountain ranges, and the lush tropical landscape is ideal for a memorable vacation.
Nasugbu is premier tourist town in the western tip of Batangas. The beach has loads of translucent water and white sand beaches. It is rich with coves and dive sites.Some of the notable dive sites in Nasugbu are Fuego Point, Hamilo Cove, Lo-oc Bay, Twin Island and Awash Reef. Underwater scenery a diver can treasure are crayfish, coral shrimps, frogfish and morays. Even a Japanese freighter, which sunk during the World War 2, can be seen in Hamilo Cove.

EL NIDO

El Nido. The place has been known as the country’s last frontier and Palawan - the Island of the Gods. This place offers great beaches that will tae you away from the urban life. This place is the best to visit if you are looking for complete peace and quiet. Aside from the magnificent beach, the place also offers you a sight of the beautiful seascapes, towering marble cliffs and a variety of tropical birds.

CAMIGUIN

Camiguin. The island is known to the island "Born of Fire". It has seven volcanoes and several volcanic domes. Volcanic eruptions and land movements have created this spectacular island which is full of natural wonders and historical riches. The island is also listed as among the Top 10 dive spots worldwide. The place has been known to be one of the most beautiful places in the Philippines because it still seems like a paradise. Some people even consider the place the “Garden of Eden” in the country. Camiguin has a great topography that includes waterfalls, and the hot and cold springs. The place will be mesmerizing and will definitely tempt you to go back.

MACTAN ISLAND, CEBU

 Mactan Island. Cebu, the queen city of the South, has its fair share of great beaches. One of them is Mactan Island. It provides tourists with great entertainment such as night life activities that will spice up the visit. Mactan is dubbed as "diving mecca of the south". It is also the best place for snorkeling, island hopping, jet ski, and sailing. The only public aquarium outside of Luzon and the first of its kind in the Visayas, Mactan Island Aquarium is a visitor attraction.

PAGUDPUD, ILOCOS NORTE

 Pagudpud. A secluded place in Ilocos where strong winds and waves makes this place visited by numerous surfers. It's long continuous powder-white sand and inviting crystal-blue waters are good for people who simply want to swim. Low price resorts are available if you are tight on your budget. A bus ride from Laoag City to Pagudpud is approximately an hour and a half.

BORACAY

Boracay is a small island in the Philippines located approximately 315 km (196 mi) south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Boracay Island and its beaches have received awards from numerous travel publications and agencies. The island comprises the barangays of Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak municipality of Malay, province of Aklan. The island is administered by the Philippine Tourism Authority and the provincial government of Aklan. Apart from its white sand beaches, Boracay is also famous for being one of the world's top destinations for relaxation. It is also emerging among the top destinations for tranquility and nightlife.

VIGAN, ILOCOS SUR



Vigan is in Northern Luzon. Its Spanish colonial influence in local architecture and old-world charm make it a unique city in the Philippines.
Best time to walk the cobbled streets is probably in the 90 minutes before dawn when the poisonous fug from two stroke engines has subsided and you can appreciate its remarkable state of preservation without being deafened and jostled.

Saturday, April 27, 2013

PUERTO PRINCESA UNDERGROUND RIVER


Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park is the most significant biodiversity areas of Philippines. It has karst landscape and spectacular limestone which comprise of 8.2 km long Underground River. The amazing aspect of this river is that it will flows directly into the ocean and lower half of the river is briny and subjected to the tidal influence. This area denotes important surroundings for biodiversity conversation. It has full mountains to sea ecosystem and protects the forests that are significant in Asia.Puerto Princesa Underground River is the biggest navigable underground river in the globe. It is the only river in which the public may easily appreciate and experience.
It is believed as the seven wonders of the nature. The divided area in the river will be covered by the primary forests that are a home to several endemic species of plants and animals. Puerto Princesa Underground River is situated at Bahile city of Palawan. The beautiful river may be reached in 2 ways: trekking by monkey trail and by a pump boat ride. Another route can also be taken in order to reach Bahile town through pump boat ride from Bahile wharf. The individuals need to take 2.1 km trek in order to reach the entrance of Puerto Princesa Underground River.