In AKLAN the beautiful nature's attraction can be found, the Boracay Island, the province's top tourist destination.
Explore the big Ignito Cave known for it's cathedral-like chamber found in Buruanga town where four others caves can also be discovered.Ascend the seven-basin waterfalls in Jawili or you can enjoy the cold spring of Nabas waterfalls.
Every 3rd weekend of January join the rhythmic dancing of Ati-atihan festival participants that wears colorful natives dress and paint their bodies dark, you can enjoy the food festival and buy souvenirs before heading to home.
HOW TO GET THERE:
From Manila or from Cebu
By jet: 45minutes from Manila,everyday.
Airlines:
Cebu Pacific Air
Zest Air
For more info on Aklan call:
Aklan Provincial Tourism Office: (036) 262-4692
*all details excerpt from Department of Tourism
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
See Puerto Princesa Palawan Subterranean River
The place where nature is truly a matter,PUERTO PRINCESA, PALAWAN.
The lush green of trees going to crocodile farm, the butterfly garden, and the sweet
fragrance of ilang ilang on national road are some things to remember when
you visit Puerto princesa.
The longest subterranean,also known as St. Paul's Subterranean River National Park,
or St. Paul Underground River can be found in Sabang, Puerto Prncesa.
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park has been nominated for the "New Seven Wonders of Nature" competition.Inside the Underground River is very intimidating, you will be surprise of the stalactite
formations,and ever wonders if the banca man's can paddle safely with thier eyes-close.Yes they can.
You will enjoy the nature but be aware of naughty monkies, otherwise you will have nothing for yourself.
When you return to Puerto Princesa you can enjoy the mountain top scene.It's awesome!
while eating the famous hopia of Baker's hill. Their life-size cartoon characters are some of must see.
The famous Ramon Mitra Ranch where you wish its yours is the home of the late
House of Representative Speaker Ramon Mitra.The house s located at top of the hill where it oversee the port of Puerto Princesa is really breath taking.
Don't dare forget the Chaolong specialty of Vietnamese and french bread.The kasoy that tastes good @ Ramtan's Store or in Puerto Market.
The Plaza Cuartel can be visited just beside the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral.
The cathedral interior is mostly made and decorated from wood carvings.
There are plenty of places to visit in Puerto Princesa and hotels are very affordable
not to mention the easy accessibilty and safety of tourists.
HOW TO GET THERE:
FROM MANILA TO PUERTO PRINCESA: 1hr and 10mins via AIR
*from airport take tricycles and have them send you to your hotels where you can ask for tour packages.
NEAREST HOTEL FROM AIRPORT:
MOANA HOTEL- 2MINUTES, BADYAO INN- 4MINS, HOTEL FLEURIS- 7MINS.
The lush green of trees going to crocodile farm, the butterfly garden, and the sweet
fragrance of ilang ilang on national road are some things to remember when
you visit Puerto princesa.
The longest subterranean,also known as St. Paul's Subterranean River National Park,
or St. Paul Underground River can be found in Sabang, Puerto Prncesa.
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park has been nominated for the "New Seven Wonders of Nature" competition.Inside the Underground River is very intimidating, you will be surprise of the stalactite
formations,and ever wonders if the banca man's can paddle safely with thier eyes-close.Yes they can.
You will enjoy the nature but be aware of naughty monkies, otherwise you will have nothing for yourself.
When you return to Puerto Princesa you can enjoy the mountain top scene.It's awesome!
while eating the famous hopia of Baker's hill. Their life-size cartoon characters are some of must see.
The famous Ramon Mitra Ranch where you wish its yours is the home of the late
House of Representative Speaker Ramon Mitra.The house s located at top of the hill where it oversee the port of Puerto Princesa is really breath taking.
Don't dare forget the Chaolong specialty of Vietnamese and french bread.The kasoy that tastes good @ Ramtan's Store or in Puerto Market.
The Plaza Cuartel can be visited just beside the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral.
The cathedral interior is mostly made and decorated from wood carvings.
There are plenty of places to visit in Puerto Princesa and hotels are very affordable
not to mention the easy accessibilty and safety of tourists.
HOW TO GET THERE:
FROM MANILA TO PUERTO PRINCESA: 1hr and 10mins via AIR
*from airport take tricycles and have them send you to your hotels where you can ask for tour packages.
NEAREST HOTEL FROM AIRPORT:
MOANA HOTEL- 2MINUTES, BADYAO INN- 4MINS, HOTEL FLEURIS- 7MINS.
Friday, October 16, 2009
The White Boracay
Boracay can be found in Western Visayas,Philippnes. Known as one of the most famous beach in the world.
The White sand is promising during summer, this is the time where extreme numbers of visitors foreigners and local visitors flock the place.
Enjoy parasailing,jet ski, scuba diving or simple beach walking. The night life in Boracay can be compared to daytime energy there is min-concerts, the girl dancing with fire in chains, i don't know how they call it.
You can spend also the nghts in pubs or sit by the seaside alone observe people and feel the serenity of the place.
Bamboo rooms, or bungalows swarms the ares. Luxury and posh hotels can be also be found in the island. To relax try the massage by the beach done by native ladies.
To complete your vacation you can buy at Station 3 affordables pasalubongs or souvenirs.
HOW TO GET THERE FROM:
MANILA TO ILOILO: 1HR VIA AIR (ALL LOCAL AIRLINES)
ILOILO TO CATICLAN: 5HRS VIA BUS. WILL COST ABOUT 400/PAX
MANILA TO CATICLAN: 1HR VIA AIR (ALL LOCAL AIRLINES)
CEBU TO CATICLAN: 1HR VIA AIR (CEBU PACIFIC)
CATICLAN PORT TO BORACAY ISLAND: 15MINUTES @ 55Php includes environmental fee
TAKE A TRICYCLE FOR pHP20 TO STATIONS
WHERE YOU CAN LOOK FOR A PLACE TO STAY.
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