i would like to work for a travel company in asia writing revues about hotels and resturants.
Interesting. Send your applications stating your qualifications: education, languages spoken, and other details about yourself to travel companies. The more applications you send the better are your chances of finding the kind of job you want.
I am particularly intersted in an island, but no sure of the name. There are two cities there which show on my map, Biri or Beri and Apis. I saw it referanced as Biri Island, Biri-Las Rosas Islands and also Balicustro Islands, but I am still very unsure of this information. I want to check it out for snorkeling. Any information would be helpful. I would love to contact someone there if possible. Thank you for your help.
Some islands in Northern Samar:
- Balicuatro Islands
- Cabaun Island
- Batag Island
- Laoang Island
- Capul Island
- Dalupri Island
Biri is a 5th class municipality in the province of Northern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 8,700 people in 1,661 households.
Here it is -----
http://www.palawan.net.ph/casa_linda_resort.htm
i am currently staying in a hotel in shaw blvd and i am craving for buko pie,but my filipino gf can't find some,we don't wanna go to far places like the provinces,just here in manila,so where can we buy buko pie along manila?
Try Tiendesitas in Valle Verde Pasig or Market! Market!. The area in these malls where unique Filipino Delicacies are found.
Other than this, the closest Buko Pie vendor I suppose is right after the STA. ROSA Exit of SLEX.
I don't have much money to travel, but I just wanna get away for a few days...
The best is probably Amanpulo. If you are thinking budget, there are still many options.
Club paradise in Busuanga (N Palawan) is a very nice mid-priced resort. Pandan Island is also very nice, but basic and a bit more complicated to get to. Boracay has many resorts, but is very very commercial.
Puerto Galera offers a lot, is probably the easiest / cheapest to get to and has reasonably priced accomodation.
I guess it depends on what exactly you want. Send me an e-mail and I can maybe make a better suggestion.
corazas_cliffyard resort is located in Camotes Island, province of Cebu, Philippines
Paradise Found
Lying 33 nautical miles northeast of Cebu City in central Philippines is a small piece of paradise --- the archipelago of Camotes.
Four islands comprise the Camotes group: Pacijan (San Francisco town), Poro (Poro and Tudela towns), Ponson (Pilar town) and Tulang (an island barangay of San Francisco).
Funny isn'it ??
I'm looking for a weekly rate at a hotel or apartelle which won't make me fear for my life or break the bank. Any suggestions?
I found this list of hotels in Metro Manila (mostly in Manila & Makati):
http://www.philsite.net/manila-hotels.htm
Check out the hotels with 3 stars as they most likely won't break your bank. Click the link of each hotel (it will get you to the official website of the hotel), then you can check the rates and can book online.
Here's a few sites are found:
www.divester.com/2006/04/03/the-worlds-top-100-dive-sites/
aaadiving.com/divesites.php
www.underwaterphotography.com/Dive-Sites/Top-20-Dive-Sites.aspx
Hope I helped!
The Philippines are a vibrant place with their own style of music. But you can also access many other types of music from the Philippines, including hip hop and rock, thanks to internet FM Philippines radio.
The music of the Philippines is a diverse mixture of the original music of the islands, along with European, Asian, and American and Latin American influence. The traditional music reflects the common peoples' lives, and it's more influenced by rural than urban folk music. Many traditional songs on Philippines radio connect with nature in some way. The overall radio music scene in the Philippines is a lot like the country itself, in that the music has been influenced a great deal by all the culture that has been brought there. Traditional music may be Western or non-Western in nature, and each indigenous form shows the culture of the group that originated it.
Internet radio brings the songs of the Philippines to you, wherever you are, and it also allows those in the Philippines to listen to many types of music that are different than the styles that are native to the area.
Internet radio has been in use since the 1990's. It has undergone many changes, including advances in technology. You can find out the hours when your favorite Philippine disc jockey will be on the air, and the songs he or she will be playing at the time.
Philippines Radio can now be heard all over the globe, and music that originated in other areas can be heard in the Philippines. The radio stations are also helpful in providing weather and news reports, and talk shows.
Streaming radio is an important platform for locals to keep their ear to the music and news that is important to them. Likewise, it can keep people in other countries aware of the music and news of the Philippines. Advertisers on internet Philippines Radio can get their messages across to people that are interested in their products and services, not just locally but to a worldwide market. Internet radio is a very effective way to reach many people.
Philippines radio music appeals to a wide variety of listeners, whether your preferred music is rock, hip hop, dance or reggae. While younger users will use internet radio more than older users, the stations can offer advertising advantages for all age groups.
Radio stations online are easily accessible through the portal at WebTechies.fm. Technology has steadily advanced, so that you can keep your hand on the pulse of the music scene a half a world away.
If you enjoy the music of the Philippines, or if you live in the Philippines and want to access the various types of music in your area, online radio can help keep you connected. You always have a large choice in radio stations that play a variety of music genres.
If you enjoy the music of the Philippines, or if you live in the Philippines and want to access the various types of music in your area, online Philippines Radio can help keep you connected. You always have a large choice in radio stations that play a variety of music genres.
My parents are thinking about sending me to the Philippines this summer for about 1 or 2 months. They are wondering how old you have to be to travel alone. I live in Chicago so i take O'Hare.
Going to the Philippines requires at least 1 or 2 stop overs. Like last time I went, I stopped over Narita, Japan.
Any age can fly alone. However, minors will need a signed permission slip from both parents (if divorced) and there will need to be an adult waiting to pick you up when you reach your final destination. If you are under 16 the airline will probably give you an escort to guide you to your terminals at any of your stop overs so you do not get lost or miss your flight.
due to popular demand. here goes.
the desaparecidos (the disappeared ones) is the result of the military enforced abduction of militant progressive members of the community. we are very similar to what south and central america was decades ago.
Desaparecidos or vanished people occured in the history of the Philippines. Admittedly there are some human rights violations in the Philippines http://www.amnesty.org but none of serious concern to affect the tourism industry.
Cambodia and Vietnam had some of the worst human rights records, including high numbers of desaparecidos. However, in recent years, these countries are also emerging as top tourist destinations.
China, which has one of the worst human rights record, is a top tourist destination in Asia.
How cool would that be?
As a previous platform diver, I would love to see that. I`ll bet a lot of them would be hanging onto the railing, for dear life.
Bohol is definitely an is province inside Philippines. I call it the Central Visayas wonder since it has so a lot to provide to vacationers. The province just isn't only filled with normal wonders, but in addition wealthy in historical past. Right here are my acquire with the top rated ten issues to do/see.
(one) Chocolate Hills one of the most well-known attraction of Bohol province may be the one,268 haycock hills which turn brown throughout dry year or so, therefore, the identify. This organic phenomenon is distinctive from the Philippines. To acquire the ideal 360 diploma breathtaking watch from the 50sq. km location the place these 50 percent spheres hills are scattered, climb up the 214 actions with the watch deck in Carmen, Bohol.
(2) Tarsiers of Loboc The tarsier would be the littlest primate inside the globe. As well as the littlest of this household is identified in Bohol. They're essentially nocturnal creatures however the types right here in Loboc RIV zoo have currently adapted the sleeping sample of human. They feed on bugs and hangs on tree branches. They reside towards the age of 20 with a single mating period per yr that for lasts three seconds. Even though it appears inhuman to maintain them captive exposing them to silly vacationers who stored on touching them and taking pictures with, I believe this acquired aided elevate the consciousness of your employed to become endangered specie. So in my opinion, it's value it.
(three) Loboc RIV Cruise allows you to acquire lunch or dinner aboard a ferry although you appreciate the panoramic watch of your palm plantation alongside the riv, look at a reside overall performance by Loboc locals in the riv banks and kids displaying off by leaping off a tree for the water for 300 pesos.
(four) Scuba Diving just isn't to become missed (if you might be a scuba diver) as Bohol has a single of essentially the most prolific underwater scenes becoming on the middle with the Visayas province. Balicasag and Cabilao IS are 2 of essentially the most popular web sites.
(five) Old Churches
The Church of Our Girl of your Immaculate Conception in Baclayon or merely known as as Baclayon Church may be the 2nd oldest church inside Philippines. It can be one particular from the very best preserved Jesuit constructed church buildings inside the area.
The Church of Our Girl from the Assumption in Dauis or Dauis Church is popular for its nicely in the altar foot. It had been mentioned to miraculously appeared when the city was attacked by pirates lengthy time in the past. It really is also believed to possess healing energy. So when going to, keep in mind to convey bottles to acquire house some.
(6) Dolphin viewing is an additional common attraction inside the is. It is really a forty minute banca journey from Panglao is and you've to acquire prior to 7am. The dolphins have been immediate and so they came in hundreds. It had been a magnificent exhibit that lasted nearly an hour. It truly is worthy to be aware that till ten
rhapis excelsa lady palm tree many years in the past, the locals applied to become dolphin hunters. These days, it can be a guarded location and killing sea wildlife are strictly prohibited. The hunters grew to become spotters thanks towards the introduction of ecotourism by the regional authorities.
(7) Sandugo: Blood Compact could be the internet site discovered in Tagbilaran Metropolis exactly where a monument was constructed of your blood pact (friendship pact) manufactured among Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Lagaspi of Spain in 1565. This internet site overlook the forest in which it really is prohibited to enter because of the quantity of migrant birds along with other wildlife.
(eight) Loay Bolo Makers would be the makers of regional sword. Vacationers are permitted to view how they had been manufactured but not buy. The sale and distribution of those have been the sole obligation of your regional authorities to make sure that the bolo makers get a honest cost.
(9) Clarins Ancestral House is 1 of your several Spanish period homes (bahay na bato) that nonetheless stands. It may be the 19th century ancestral residence from the Clarins family members which is now manufactured right into a nationwide heritage web page and transformed right into a museum.
(ten) Bohol Bee Farm is much more than only a honey factory. It's also raphis excelsa lady palm tree a resort and restaurant of natural meals. Be positive to consider the mini farm tour exactly where they showcase their natural vegetable and spice garden and background to bee farming. They've a little store promoting their natural create such as wine, honey, bread spread, and a lot more.
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At Bantayan lsland, Cebu. Try the Kota Beach Resort, Santa Fe, Bantayan Island. or try the resorts at Panglao Island, Bohol. Crowds were hardly a problem. <*-*>
If you were to ask any seasoned Boracay vacationer when the best time to visit the island would be, chances are they'd say, "During the summer season." The place understandably fills up with tourists looking forward to soaking up the sun, sea, and sand as the scorching weather reaches its peak. But in addition to the enticing summer heat, the place also livens up with an eclectic range of events that usually happen at this time. If you're the type who likes being right in the middle of the frenzy, so to speak, you'll surely enjoy Boracay in the summertime.
For fans of water sports, there's the Boracay Dive Olympics, which gathers the daring and the graceful to the clear blue waters of the island. The Boracay Invitational Golf Tournament, meanwhile, will most likely pique the interest of golf enthusiasts. For those who enjoy physically challenging sports, there's the Triathlon and Boracay Beach Soccer Cup. Music lovers have the Beach Reggae Festival to look forward to. And there's the Boracay Food Festival, which is, unsurprisingly, always a crowd drawer. All these will be happening within the summer months of March, April, and May. Indeed, it'll take a while before you run out of things to see and enjoy when you're on vacation in Boracay.
With all these exciting events taking place, you'll need to make accommodation arrangements early, lest you run out of options. The Sitio Boracay resort is worthy of consideration, as it provides a relaxing place to come home to after a long day of fun-filled activities. Located in Station 1 of the island, this resort offers a more private and quiet atmosphere to its guests without taking them too far from where all the action is.
Incidentally, this resort in Boracay is currently offering 2 summer hotel packages. The Summer Getaway Package treats guests to 3 days and 2 nights' accommodation at the resort's Deluxe Villa plus daily plated breakfast. Those who will be in town during Holy Week, on the other hand, will want to avail the Holy Week Package. This entitles guests to 3 days and 2 nights' accommodation plus daily set breakfast by room service for 2. Not bad if you're looking for a way to ease your budget concerns for such a trip.
So what are you waiting for? Plan that amazing Boracay vacation and book your accommodations early!
The Sitio Boracay's Summer Getaway Package is valid from March 1 to May 31, 2011 (except from April 18 to 24). The Holy Week Promo, on the other hand, can be availed from April 18 to 25, 2011. For more details, visit http://www.thesitioboracay.com/promotions.html. Book your Boracay accommodations direct via its online reservation system and get instant confirmation.
Im trying to book a hotel room in advance in Manila for my fiancee for her (medical & visa interview) They say that i can book a room on my credit card.....but she needs to have the credit card with her at check in to confirm the reservation.I explain that she has no credit card.My concern is,AGODA wants me to send a copy of my card and a photocopy of my photo ID....That is alot of secured information they are asking for..........Is Agoda a "real company" Need help from Philippines
Yes AGODA is a real company. They have many hotels in the Philippines.
Check this link:
http://www.kabeet.com/flash/result01.php?curPage=1&keyword=makati&category=&location=&file=makati22.swf&pid=10156
you can check this interactive map of makati central business district. If you want to view more hotels in different places in the Philippines check out this site: http://www.kabeet.com
thanks!
longer in the territory of that country, technically speaking of course, even if you are still inside the airport. Would that mean that you are no longer bound to the terms of the law of the land, but, the law of the country of your destination.
For instance, a person traveling to his home country the US after his two months visit in the Philippines, once his passport got stamped by the Philippine Immigration Officer : Exit - date: would that mean he is not in the Philippine land but technically in the US territory.
Thanks to enlighten me.
@Gary..
LOL! you're cute!
Immigration is the door to and from the country you are entering/leaving. The airport space outside immigration counters are international zones and are NOT governed by immigration laws of that host country. So if you have already passed immigration and/or had your passport stamped exit (in some countries they do not put an exit stamp) you are in the international zone. You are NOT in the jurisdiction of the country you plan to go to yet nor are you still in the host country's jurisdiction as well. You are neither here nor there if that is how you would like to look at it.
i will be in davao city next month and would like to take my family and friends to the beach. i like it when the beaches are very busy with lots of people as it is a better atmosphere. what is a better day to go pending the weather, would it be a saturday or sunday when it is busy. i think saturday is a working day for most people in the philippines so i was thinking sunday but that is a day for most people to go to church. also does anyone know how i can get a hold of bluejaz resort in samal island as i want to enquire about package rates for a total of 30+ people. im on a very good webite called "samal * beaches" which list all the samal island resorts with general pricing but u cant seem to contact the resorts. there is a contact link to every resort but when you click the link, none of the links direct you to the resorts and there is no telephone # to contact any of these resorts.
BALONEY - Blue Jazz and Paradise Island are own by the same family. I have been to Paradise Island at least 50 times over the past seven years and the sand look white to me. If someone is looking for more people Paradise Island is preferred over Blue Jazz. The people at Blue Jazz will tell you that their draw is families that do not want to be in a crowd. Sunday and holidays is the largest crowds.
I want to spend next June or July in the Philippines, hopefully diving and windsurfing as well as partying at night. I want to rent out a house, close to a nice beach. I was thinking boracay, but not too sure what else is out there. I went to Cebu City last year, and absolutely loved it. I would like to be in an area that is more metropolitan, but also has a nice beach to spend the days on. Where would be the best place to go?
I can only recommend Cebu for you since you want to be in a place MORE metropolitan.
Boracay, while gorgeous, is on an island not close to a city
San Fernando, La Union Province has gorgeous beaches, but not exactly metropolitan.
Same thing for Puerto Galera, Mindoro Province, various resorts in Palawan Province. They all go out the window with your "more metropolitan" requirement.
The rule is, with the Philippines, the closer you get to a metropolitan city, the more pollution, noise, etc and less of the idyllic place you want.
The best thing I guess for you is to look up places in Batangas Province (Nasugbu, Anilao, Mabini) to stay for your diving and windsurfing; and rent a car since Manila and the Makati/Quezon City Nightlife is a 1-2 hour drive away.
Maybe you should also look at Subic Bay. There's Casinos, Nightclubs, and other things to do. It's a 2hr drive from Manila. But the beaches and diving are just "okay".
So the challenge is balancing the "paradise" with the "more metropolitan".
Aggregate Area:568,000.00 Square Meters (Expandable to
1,500,000.00 Square Meters).
56 to 150 hectares of developed agricultural Land Area with
concrete roads rolling to the highest point panoramic view of
Laguna.
with fruit-bearing trees (lanzones, rhambutan, coconut/ buko,
bananas, guayabano, mango, etc.), a Big Hot Spring natural pool,
and other areas also with hot and cold SPRINGS. A visit to the
area, one will witness ponds, brooks and springs with hot water
steams misting the air and surrounding.
Location: Barangays Tamblong & Perez in Calauan, Laguna.
Calauan, Laguna, beside the internationally known HIDDEN VALLEY
SPRINGS & RESORT (Entrance through Alaminos, Laguna and Calauan.)
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Boracay has earned its status as a major Philippine travel destination due to its world-class resorts and gorgeous white sand beaches. Indeed, the beautiful Boracay resorts never fail to attract hundreds of visitors from all over the world. However, one must be reminded that there are lots of other activities to do in this tropical island than hang out in the beach and stretch out in the sun.
One Boracay activity that has become a favorite among visitors is scuba diving. For many local and foreign tourists, diving is one of things that make the lovely island worth visiting.
There are several dive sites located along the shores of Boracay Island. To give you an idea of the awesome diving opportunities around the place, here is an overview of the top dive sites that you can check out:
Laurel Island
The Laurel Island dive site actually offers two separate diving points - Big Laurel and Small Laurel, both of which have different canyons and swim-throughs to explore. This site is home to beautiful corals and abundant aquatic life so you better take your camera with you if you plan to dive around these parts. With a depth of 8m to 27m (26ft to 88ft), Laurel Island dive site is perfect for both higher level divers and open water divers.
Angol Point
This dive site has an average depth of 7m to 15m (23ft to 49ft), which is ideal for novice and training divers. It is also great for snorkeling and night diving because of good visibility even after dark. As you make your descent in the area, prepare yourself to be greeted by the sight of nudibranchs, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers, as well as schools of clownfish and damselfish.
Crocodile Island
The Crocodile Island is located at the southern portion of Boracay, fifteen minutes away from White Beach. This diving site has an average depth of 5m to 22m (16ft to 72ft). Exploring the area can be tough at times due to strong current, although it only adds to the excitement. The sight that awaits you is also amazing as nudibranch, scorpion fish, moray eels, cuttle fish, lion fish, sea snakes, and gorgonian fan corals thrive in these parts.
Laguna de Boracay
Divers of all levels can drift with the current in Laguna de Boracay, a lagoon located at the backside of the island. Current in this 5m-20m (16ft-65ft) deep dive site is mostly very light. Beginner and professional divers alike can get pleasure from exploring the impressive rock formations in this area while being amazed by the spectacular marine scenery courtesy of anemones, butterfly fish, sea squirts, clams, feather stars and other sea inhabitants.
Yapak Dive Sites
Yapak is the most visited and probably the best dive site in Boracay, offering an authentic underwater adventure. This is where you can experience a fantastic descent made more exciting by special appearances of reef sharks, sea snakes and manta rays. This diving area is actually divided into four sites (Yapak 1, Yapak 2 and so on), which can only be visited one at a time. Generally, Yapak dive sites are recommended for advanced diver levels. With a minimum depth of 30 meters and an average of 60-70 meters maximum depth, Yapak offers an experience of descending beside a wall thickly covered with corals of different kinds – with sharks occasionally hovering around (don't worry, reef sharks are generally shy).
TripSiders is your travel guide to a fun-filled, adventurous outdoor travel in Philippines. We feature Philippine destinations that make your visit to local places more than the ordinary tourist experience. We want you to experience the beauty of Philippines by being with nature.
You can visit my yahoo groups website or join my yahoo groups SweetestHearts. I also posted a photo of a beautiful island beach resort in the Philippines!
Sweetest, I wish you had put a link to your site, but will look. I stayed at a little resort on the island of Siquijor in the Visayas and had a nice time - beaches, good food, great scuba, waterfall and the oldest convent in asia. Good stuff!
im going on honey moon so i want to go to some resort but i cant find if there is something to do in manila like casinos or museums night life etc...
thx
Manila has a lot of shopping malls.
Some of the biggest in Asia - Mall of Asia is definately worth a visit.
Bay walk, Fort Santiago, Nationa lMuseaum & a variety of night life is in store at Manila . Have a visit to Boracay Island or Peurto Gelera for sand & sea experiance.
May 10, 2010 is the election day. Is May 11, 2010 a public holiday which means government offices are closed? Please help!
Thanks.
yes probably
The last few years— definitely not amounting to a decade— has witnessed the rapid growth of medical tourism industry by leaps and bounds. Studies have shown that medical tourism industry generates about US$20 billion dollars per year and the figure is expected to double by 2011.
The essence of medical tourism is nothing but traveling to offshore locations or beyond one's home country to another country for the purpose of healthcare. Most people take up medical travel for health checks, elective surgery like—joint replacement (knee/hip), cardiac surgery, dental surgery and cosmetic surgeries, alternative medicine and spa/ wellness related purpose. According to a recent study listed by International Medical Travel Journal, over 130 countries worldwide offer or ‘wish to offer' medical tourism services. It doesn't come as a surprise to acknowledge it given the fact that the industry has a huge revenue turnover in the world platform.
In addition, citizens of the United States, Canada and Europe constitute the bulk of recipients for medical treatment abroad. The year 2009 witnessed nearly 60,000 Britons traveling abroad to obtain medical treatment clubbed with a full fledged vacation at the same time. Currently, there are about 28 countries catering to medical tourists that practically sums up to more than two million foreign patients in a year. Today, Asian countries like India, Thailand, Singapore and Philippines have become some of the most popular medical tourism destinations in the world.
Costa Rica in the South American belt is among the most favored destinations for cosmetic surgery, well-known for its state-of-the-art hospitals and highly skilled cosmetic surgeons. Tens of thousands of Americans travel every year to this beautiful exotic country to enjoy a grand, sandy, aquatic fun-filled holiday along with quality healthcare sessions. Without a doubt, the main reason for the rapid rise in the number of medical tourists from developed countries traveling globally for cheap plastic surgery speaks volume about the soaring medical costs in the developed nations. Costa Rica has a rich scenic beauty and that is why it is the first choice for eco-tourism destination coupled with a comparatively affordable plastic surgery and other healthcare services price. The plastic surgeons of this soil are internationally trained equipped with cutting-edge methods and medical technology.
Medical tourism is a multi-billion dollar industry and plastic surgery medical tourism has shown remarkable increase in recent years. A brief random comparison of cosmetic prices in Costa Rica and the US gives significant insight into the potentials of the industry. A liposuction surgery in the US may cost up to $8000 depending upon the number of areas of the body under the procedures whereas it is a little over $4000 in Costa Rica. The affordability in the medical costs, leisure aspect and safe health care procedures make medical tourism a viable option for many people around the world.
Medical Retreat Aborad is one of the leading medical tourism company offering medical treatment in abroad. Offers medical tourism, cheap plastic surgery in Costa Rica at Hospital Clinica Biblica in Costa Rica.
If so how long will the drive take and will you need to stop and stay in a hotel overnight?
Or what is the best way to transport a car purchased in Cebu to Carigara or Tacloban City?
You have at least 3 choices from Cebu City to Carigara. You will not need to stay overnight.
Cebu City to Ormoc City
Not really worth considering due to the cost. I believe it can cost up to P10,000 on this route. The boat ride will be about 5 hours then it is about 90 minutes to Carigara from Ormoc City. No need to turn off, it is a direct road from Ormoc City to Carigara. I have travelled on the RORO from Cebu City to Ormoc City but have not taken a car.
Bogo to Palompon
A previous poster mentioned 3 times per week to Palompon. I think what he really means is the Cebu City to Manila bus is 3 times per week. The RORO from Bogo to Palompon is every day. It leaves Bogo about 12 noon. It will take you up to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic from Cebu City to to the far side of Bogo for the RORO. Then the RORO is about 2.5 hours. Then the trip from Palompon to Carigara is up to 2 hours, via Villaba and Kananga. I have travelled on this RORO too but have not taken a car. I have travelled from Palompon to Tacloban via Carigara many times.
Danao to Isabel
This is the most common route. There is a morning and evening RORO. If the car is a Suzuki Scrum, it will cost at most P2,500 to transport it on the RORO. I have a friend with a heavier car who told me his car cost P2500 about 1 month ago. The trip to the pier in Danao, which is really closer to Carmen than Danao will take about 1 hour, maybe 90 minutes, depending on traffic. I don't know the crossing time. My furniture has crossed over on this RORO but I haven't. Expect about 3 to 4 hours. From Isabel, you will have about 40 minute trip to the turn off near Ormoc City then about 90 minutes from the turn off to Carigara. I have travelled from Isabel to Ormoc City many times.
I hope this helps!
Regards: Jim Sibbick
In the past few years the “eco-friendly” home constructions have evolved into a new level. What has been a patch work of green buildings in many cities had expanded to the whole community, neighborhood and even into the realm of Philippine beach properties.
The appeal of building green homes has spread across many countries in the globe and now has taken hold Boracay Island Philippines. Driven by government policy, shifting market demands, the advocacy to help save the environment and preserve the marvel of Boracay Island, Boracay Beach Real Estate is riding the green-home-building bandwagon.
Recently, Boracay Island Real Estate released the plan for the upcoming construction of One White Beach Luxury Residences. A green home building project to be built on the world’s famous White Beach in Station1, Boracay Island, Philippines which promotes comfortable and green lifestyle with cheaper energy running costs.
One White Beach Residences will be built according to the principles of Eco-Architecture. It uses indigenous sustainable materials and new alternative sources of energy. Everything from the ventilation, lighting to the very stone and wood used will be implemented with efficiency, responsibility and sustainability.
As the first “eco-friendly” major development in Boracay, One White Beach will be built in consultation with architectural experts and aqua-ecologists that have studied and developed systems to harmonize the environment with the needs of the community.
One White Beach promises to do its share to preserve and enhance Boracay Island paradise for future generations to enjoy by using alternative sources of energy such as windmills and solar panels, renewable features like rainwater cisterns and organic “Green Roof” systems. With the implementation of green ethic, Boracay Island Real Estate goal is to achieve 100% energy sustainable.
Boracay Island Real Estate believes that urbanization and preserving Mother Nature can go hand in hand. With Boracay Real Estate’s One White Beach Residences, homeowners are offered an economically, socially and environmentally sustainable home.
For more information on One White Beach Residences visit http://boracaybeachrealestate.com/2009/05/ .
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Wonderful beaches, Chocolate Hills, and waterfalls are just a hint of what Bohol has to offer you. In fact there are many more reasons why one should visit Bohol Island. Although the reasons to visit the island are varied but water lovers especially find much more fun to enjoy there. Its pristine beaches and water falls gives you the opportunities to enjoy water sports as well as bird watching, whale and dolphin watching. Visitors taking Philippines flights love to have a visit to this destination. The island has especial prominence in the history of Philippines for serving as a trading point of the country since ancient times. Things to see and to do at Bohol Island are;
Bohol Beaches: Bohol is blessed with a number of white sand beaches that has much to attract visitors. Travelers take flights to Philippines during summer vacations and join these beaches for fun and entertainment as well as for relaxation. Things to do at this place vary from person to person. The most beautiful beach out of them is Anola Beach that is situated of the southwest side. Lined with nice resorts it's a good place to eat out and diving. Other beaches include; Damaluan Beach, Bikini Beach, Momo Beach, and Doljo Beach.
Chocolate Hills: Bohol Island is not only home to exotic beaches but is also replete with heritage sites. It's an unusual geological formation that is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you take cheap Philippines flights you will be pleased to know that it's a series of 1,776 hills that is spread over an area of more than 50 square kilometers. They are named as Chocolate Hills for they get brown during dry season in Philippines. Take a bus, or hire a car or motor bike taxi to reach there.
Bohol Caves: Bohol is rightly called as "Cave Country" for it is home to more than 1,400 counted caves while the actual figure is estimated as much more than this. Those taken cheap Philippines flights get the golden opportunity to see rare gold fishes, the weird shapes in the roof and walls, the Stone Age men, and the altar with images and saints.
Bohol Water Falls: Water fun in Bohol is not only confined to Bohol beaches but its spectacular water falls are also marvelous sites to witness natural beauty and experience some water sports after taking flights to Philippines from UK and anywhere else. Again sunsets are ephemeral here. It presents you excellent diving sites, and wide bio-diversity of aquatic life that should not be missed if you visit Philippines.
Last month I took my cheap flights to Philippines and found much suiting my interests.
We have this trend of seasonal activity in the overseas property market over the last few years especially from UK market. Statistics from UK Estate Agents showed that from 2004 and 2006 the number of British people who owned a second home abroad soared from 550,000 to 800,000. With a further 5.5 million Brits estimated to be wanting to live abroad, UK buyers are increasingly being tempted by the different cultures, lifestyles and often improved standard of living that other countries, including the Philippines, can offer said Collingz .
Collingz said historical sales figures show that the number of people buying property in the Philippines has a significant peak in the early autumn as many people use their summer holidays to hunt for their ideal second home. Interest in buying abroad can quickly strengthen after a few weeks back in Europe as the days shorten and the weather takes a turn for the worse. PLC has been anticipating the arrival of the British overseas property buyer in the Philippines and sees the UK market, rather than the US, as the place to sell their Condotel units over the next 6 months. Our PLC Global property portal has already seen increased traffic for September from UK buyers and estate agents who want to buy or market our Lancaster Brand of Condo Hotel suites to a UK audience.
UK Tax Payers are also taking advantage of tax incentives and Investing their Self-Invested Pension Plan [SIPP] In Philippine Condotel Investment Real Estate for Rental Income and Retirement. Collingz explained that the Self Invested Pension Plan [SIPP] is a personal pension plan but with one very significant difference: administration is separate from investment content, giving the plan holder freedom to choose for himself and change the investments within it. The long-awaited rules on what savers can include in their personal pension plans were unveiled in April 2006 by HM Revenue & Customs. The Guidance Notes confirm that the Self Invested Pension Plan [SIPP] allows holders to invest in hotels such as the Lancaster Brand of Condo Hotels in the Philippines. The only stipulation is that SIPP holders may not stay in their rooms. With more nights available for paying guests, this not surprisingly increases the room owners' returns. It is estimated there are now more than 70,000 plans holding over £14bn.
A year or so ago, few people in the UK realized that they could manage their Pension Plan portfolios themselves, and even fewer knew that they could invest their SIPP retirement money in homes in the sun which now prove to be among the most popular potential investments to include in a SIPP
If you're considering using your SIPP to invest in real estate, there are some excellent reasons that you should choose Philippine Condotel Investment real estate to drive your retirement portfolio into high profit margins. The Philippines is ideal for this type of investment because a SIPP can establish title to a property in a country whose legal framework recognizes trusts - and a SIPP is simply another form of trust. Investing in foreign real estate is neither as risky nor as tricky as a lot of people would have you believe. While land and housing prices in the U.K. have soared astronomically in the past decade, the world real estate market is a far different story. It's still possible to buy a preconstruction Condotel suite at Lancaster - The Atrium located in Metro Manila, Philippines, for less than GBP £25,000.00
Lancaster - The Atrium is a "Full Service" Condominium Hotel offering Studio, One, Two and Three Bedroom Suites for sale. To be completed and ready for turnover from December 2010, and will provide unit owners with premier residential condo units with the option of enrolling their units in the Lancaster Condotel Rental Pool and earn Rental Incomes [at current purchase levels] of some 8-14% ROI per annum as Owner Non-Residents when not using their units through Condotel Management. This makes Lancaster Suites one of the Hottest Investment Opportunities in the Philippines. The beauty of holding property in the Philippines is the low cost of property taxes and maintenance.
A GBP £25,000 Condotel suite may set you back GBP £100 in property taxes per year, and maintenance costs are similarly low. When you add in the tax-protected status of investments made in your IRA, and the 12-16% returns through rental income through the Condotel advantage, you have an incredible ROI on a purchase of Philippine Condotel investment real estate" enthused Collingz.
What's the downside about owning Philippine Condotel Investment real estate as an SIPP investment? You cannot reside at your investment property as long as the SIPP is titled as the owner of the property. The self directed pension plan rules about benefiting personally from your investments are strict - you are not allowed to make use of any property owned by your SIPP, or you risk losing its tax-protected status and worse yet you could face penalties from HM Customs & Excise. You can, however, rent out your SIPP investment for steady income - putting the profits and cash flow into your SIPP, or sell your Philippine Real Estate Investment for immediate profit, as long as those profits remain inside the SIPP. If you're looking for an unusual and high earning investment for your SIPP, then take a serious look at owning Philippine Condotel investment real estate. It can help kick your SIPP earnings into high gear.
With an impending slowdown of the UK housing market and failing pension plans, many investors are turning to using their SIPP's to invest in overseas properties and earn tax-free or tax-deferred income. This creates an outstanding opportunity for by offering self-directed pension plan vehicle to invest in the Lancaster Suites Atrium Tower preconstruction units.
With preconstruction property appreciating at some 20-30% per annum not only does the Real Estate Appreciation look good but the rental income is in excess of what many Pension Plans offer for the same or similar investment. Beth Collingz says that many new investors are looking to replace failed pension plans and other future saving schemes with a solid investment in Real Estate. "Clients are looking for investments that will give them an income for retirement as an alternative to traditional private pension plans that have failed. Most company pension plans are insufficient as are Government Pensions. Bank rates for Savings accounts are at record lows. Savvy investors are now looking for a more solid investment with potential for monthly income. Condotels in the Philippines fit the bill".
This potential, high rates of rental returns from Condotel Investments, currently from 8% up to 14% per annum, opens up a huge market not traditionally looked at by Real Estate Agents and Brokers whom all so often run around looking for normal residential profile "buyers" without looking at the by far bigger picture of investments, investing and retirement. "We're here to help our clients, educating our clients and advising them of emerging investment opportunities. Self-Invested Pension Plans and the Lancaster Suites Atrium Condotels, fit this bill exactly"; adds Collingz.
Beth Collingz
PLC International Marketing Networks
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Right i've been hearing about amanpulo lately but i was just not that sure where it is.i think i'll check it out next summer.i understand that it looks like it is far from mainland Palawan.i hope they got a true superior security force to protect their guest.im kinda scared and worried going in secluded places after those Dos Palmas incidents.
from http://www.philsite.net/palawan.htm
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A globally-recognized accreditation program has been launched in the Philippines to improve the quality of care among local healthcare providers and develop the country's medical tourism products and offerings.
Under the aegis of its exclusive Philippine representative HealthCORE, NABH International aims to improve the conditions, systems, processes and skills of healthcare facilities and professionals in the country through internationally recognized and accredited standards.
"Accreditation is a practical solution to one of the main issues in medical tourism, which is quality and safety assurance. We can not underestimate its importance, since international accreditation allows our healthcare provider to inform patients that it has undergone external assessment which has been benchmarked globally. It builds credibility and confidence, which generates recognition among foreign patients, thereby promoting medical tourism," said Dr. Sanjiv Malik, Board Member of NABH and Executive Director of DM Healthcare Group in UAE, who was also responsible for the marketing strategies of Taiwan Task Force for Medical Travel.
Developed and successfully implemented in India, NABH has been accredited by the International Society for Quality in Healthcare (ISQua) under its International Accreditation Program in 2008--one of the few accrediting organizations in the world to achieve this recognition. ISQua is an international body which grants approval to healthcare accreditation programs as a seal of excellence.
"The Philippines already has some advantages compared to other countries—we have well-trained healthcare professionals who have excellent English communication skills, and our hospitality and optimism provides an ideal place for patients to heal and recuperate. But for medical tourism to truly flourish in the Philippines, we recognize the need for the Filipino healthcare providers to be at par with world-class standards, which is exactly the goal of accreditation," said DOT Undersecretary for Tourism Planning and Promotions Vicente Romano III.
NABH International's accreditation process entails onsite visits and facility tours to assess if standards on access, care of patients, management of medication, patient rights and infection control are met. Standards on continuous quality improvement, good governance, facility safety, human resources and information management system are likewise evaluated by highly qualified and well-trained assessors comprised of clinicians, healthcare administrators and nursing supervisors.
"This is an opportunity for the Philippines to benchmark with the best in the world. Accreditation with NABH International results in healthcare organizations that are globally competitive and attuned to the needs and requirements of international patients," said Dr. Girdhar J. Gyani, CEO of NABH International and Secretary General of Quality Council of India.
Aside from hospitals and clinics, NABH International also covers the accreditation of spas, wellness centers, blood banks, community health centers, and other small healthcare organizations.
"As we aspire to position the Philippines as an international healthcare destination, our world-class doctors, nurses and therapists need the same world-class facilities to practice their profession. By matching our world-class capability with the improvement of our hospitals and clinics to world-class standards, the Philippines is set to become a global hub of healthcare," said staunch medical tourism advocate Joyce Alumno, President of HealthCORE and CEO of HIM Communications.
Aside from boosting medical tourism, the accreditation program is seen to support of the present administration's agenda of giving universal access to high-quality healthcare.
"With NABH International's stringent accreditation process, we can ensure that our hospitals will provide safe and effective healthcare of the highest quality and best value. At its heart, NABH is all about improving the overall healthcare system for the benefit of patients," said Juris Umali-Soliman, CEO of HealthCORE.
About HealthCORE
A subsidiary of HIM Communications, HealthCORE is the central source and resource about Philippine healthcare, medical and wellness tourism, and retirement. With its top-caliber team of experts, HealthCORE provide solutions in research, communications, consultancy, training and accreditation for global healthcare and medical tourism.
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My favorite beachfront accommodation is in Dumaluan Beach Resort in the island of Panglao. They have rooms starting at P1,300 per day. Read up on it in my blog:
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Palawan is the Philippines' largest province. Its undamaged ecosystem is home to untouched forests, beautiful beaches and unpolluted waters offering a dazzling array of marine life. With over 1,780 islands that stretch from the Mindoro Strait down to the tip of Borneo, Palawan is the ultimate adventure destination.
Central Palawan
Puerto Princesa is the capital of Palawan. It is the most ideal place to stay in when exploring central and southern Palawan. There are several excursions which can be carried out as day trips from Puerto Princesa. A three-hour drive to the Subterranean River in Sabang is de rigueur when visiting Palawan. The river runs through a limestone cave which is said to be the longest navigable river-traversed tunnel in the world. If snorkeling or island hopping is the adventure of choice, a day trip or an overnight stay at Honda Bay won't disappoint you. Agencies and hotels in Puerto Princesa offer packaged tours around Honda Bay.
South Palawan
The south of Palawan does not have as many attractions as its northern area, but it has caves and waterfalls worth exploring. The Tabon Caves is a vast network of caves where forty-seven thousand year-old human remains have been found in pre-historic burial grounds. The caves can be reached by a thirty-minute boat ride from Quezon.
North Palawan
The best places to visit in North Palawan are the Bacuit Archipelago and Port Barton. Port Barton is a town nestled on a beautiful beach which boasts of stunning sunsets. With its serene and secluded atmosphere, it is a great place for families. The Bacuit Archipelago consists of uneven limestone islands that emerge from the waters of Bacuit Bay. It is the best place to do some exploring on a Bangka, or snorkeling in the vibrant coral gardens, or having a picnic on a deserted stretch of beach.
The Calamian Group
The Calamian Group is like a small version of Palawan, complete with all the main attractions that Palawan has to offer: pure, white-sand beaches, virgin rainforests, relaxing accommodations, and spectacular dive and snorkeling sites. On top of that, the Calamian Group is home to some attractions that the rest of Palawan does not offer: the scenic lakes of Coron Island and wreck diving in Busuanga Island. There are more than ten wrecks around Busuanga, which consist of Japanese warships and merchant ships that were taken down by American planes during World War II. The wrecks are found at varying depths which provide diving opportunities for both beginners and seasoned divers. Coron Island has two main attractions: Lake Barracuda and Lake Kayangan. Lake Barracuda is popular with divers due to its uncommon levels of fresh, salt and briny water. It can be reached by a difficult twenty-five meter climb over a rough wall on the island. Lake Kayangan has three magnificent arms which reach to the rough, jungle-covered areas of Coron Island. It can be accessed by climbing a steep mountain wall.
Palawan is truly a rare gem. Every traveler should at least visit Palawan once during his or her lifetime. With its unique biodiversity, unspoiled forests and beautiful beaches, Palawan is the Philippines' last frontier.
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