Friday, April 22, 2011

Bohol Island

Bohol is also renowned for its wonderful dive spots. Foreign and local divers come to Bohol to see the breathtaking underwater corral reefs around the islands. The more popular beaches of Bohol are Alona, Dumaluan, Bikini, Momo & Doljo beaches. With the help of the Department of Tourism and the local government, the beautiful Balicasag Island is now being developed for tourism with careful consideration of the environment. Needless to say, water sports is very popular in these islands. Aside from the beaches, another attraction of Bohol are its numerous caves (there are more than 1,400 to explore). Most famous of which is the Hinagdanan Cave on Panglao island. The cave directs to an underground pond with many stalactites & stalagmites.

Pearl Farm Beach Resort

is the most famous tourist destination in Davao. The Pearl Farm is located on Samal Island just a short boat ride from Davao City. The 11-hectare resort was once a real pearl farm that cultivated oysters imported from the Sulu Sea, and produces some of the best pearls in the country. Now the white sand beach resort is a top tourist attraction in Davao with cottages inspired by the Isamal native design.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Sheridan Beach Resort

Sabang is the gateway to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, one of UNESCO’S world heritage sites and the official entry of the Philippines for the New 7 Wonders Of The World. Matching the grand splendour of the underground river is the new Sheridan Beach Resort, also located in Sabang, Palawan.
Sheridan Beach Resort offers its guests the best range of world class resort facilities in the province. A relaxing massage at the Sheridan Nature Spa,  architect designed to blend with the beauty of the natural environment, provides a setting of  total tranquility. Other facilities include; a fitness center, an internet cafĂ©, a convention center accommodating up to 500 guests in the theater style set-up, pools and jacuzzis, a floating pool bar and a playground for children.

Palawan Underground River

On the romantic tropical island of Palawan in the far western reaches of the Philippines there is a river that is navigable for more than fAzure waters, crystal clear and inviting, mark the entrance to the world’s second longest subterranean watercourse. An few hours away from the city of Puerto Princesa and a short boat ride from the Sheridan Resort, Sabang, yet a step back in time to an age when the earth was still young.ive miles… underground.


 the mouth of the river cave as birds swoop and flutter above your boat. There are 252 species of birds known to occur on Palawan, one hundred and sixty five species of birds have been recorded in the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park including Blue-naped Parrots, Hill Mynas, Palawan Hornbills and the majestic White Breasted Sea Eagle.
Along the beach shoreline near the river cave, long tailed macaques come to feed at low tide. The only primate found in the area, other mammals seen include bearcats, badgers, porcupines and bearded pigs. In the waters surrounding the underground river, sea cows (Dugong) and Hawksbill turtles can often be seen basking on the surface.
The subterranean river itself cuts through a cave strewn with stalactites, stalagmites, columns and all manner of cave formations. Entertaining and well informed local guides propel the canoes that are safe as well as ecologically sound and ideal for the silent appreciation of the cave. Visitors can enjoy and appreciate without worrying about causing harm to this wonder of the natural world.

Palawan Beach

There are many great island destinations in the world, from Cuba and the Caribbean to Sentosa in Singapore and of course Boracay in the Philippines itself. Islands have a certain something special that everybody can relate to, even if they grew up in the middle of a large continent like North America, Europe or Asia.
Some islands have hotels, resorts and offer the vacation of a lifetime because of the five star service and comforts they offer. Other islands are remote and isolated allowing their natural charms to continue without threat from unimpeded development. Few manage to balance ecologically sound development with world class standards of accommodation and still offer pristine beaches and teeming rainforests.
Palawan does. Palawan has a modern, vibrant provincial capital, Puerto Princesa that is surrounded by bays and mountains still as found by the first men to set foot there. To the north the island resort has become something of an art form with a range to choose from that is unequalled in the region and rarely matched anywhere in the world.
It is, of course, the beaches that draw the most attention. White, pristine and stretching for miles, framed by emerald green coconut palm fringed forests and bordered by azure blue seas reflecting skies of the lightest blue. Siloso beach, Tanjong beach and one of the finest of them all, Sabang Beach. Sabang is adjacent to the World Heritage listed underground river. Those who wish to explore this contender for the new 7 Wonders Of The World stay at the nearby luxury Sheriden Resort.
Travel packages are available that combine air and land content, accommodation and even dive trips and eco-tourism.

Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel

Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel is a luxurious beachfront hotel is located near Boat Station 2 and features an Italian restaurant and spa. It has 8 Superior rooms at P8000; 20 Deluxe rooms priced at P9000; 6 Premiere rooms rated at P10,200; 2 Superior family rooms at P12,200; 10 Royal deluxe rooms with a rate of P14,000; 3 Grand deluxe rooms worth P16,800; 1 Penthouse Suite for P21,000; 1 Presidential Suite at P23,000; and 1 Mandarin Grand Suite at P28,000. During low season the prices may be less 10-20% depending on the room. During super peak season its plus 10%. Rooms have telephone, cable TV, Wi-Fi internet access, room service and a veranda.
The hotel has less than thirty minutes transfer time from Caticlan Airport to Cagban Beach Jetty Port. Its placement is perfect for those who want to experience the island at its heart, being surrounded by lush coconut trees and fine sandy white shores.
A large cozy reception and lounge area where you can check-in greets you as you enter the hotel. You’ll then be ushered immediately to your room. Several types of accommodations are offered at the resort. You can choose from deluxe rooms to suite rooms each set with the state of the art lockset doors using proximity card keys.

Alta Vista de Boracay

Located in the northern part of the island atop a hill in Barangay Yapak is Alta Vista de Boracay. It has more than 500 units offering 2 types of rooms that have a balcony and kitchenette. Its location gives it that peaceful feeling of privacy combined with luxury. The view from the hilltop is also breathtaking and is one of the most picturesque sights to behold on the island. From any vantage point in this hotel, you can glimpse the beautiful sea and the surrounding mountains of Boracay.
This new condotel also has a restaurant, lounge bars, pool, spa, steam room, yoga deck, children’s playground, karaoke room, shuttle service to White Beach and Foreign Currency Exchange. For those on corporate meetings or other such outings, you might also want to consider this resort for its Private Function room which can easily fit 80 guests. There is also the Ecoville Convention Center that has a capacity for over 3000 guests.
The casual elegance of the service and accommodations offered here set you right at home in paradise.