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Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Cebu Pacific offers 50% Off Promo
This could be one of those times when you want to book your plane tickets with Cebu Pacific. Get 50% off on all domestic and international flights from the carrier until August 1, 2010. After flewtheir 45 millionth guest from Incheon (Seoul, South Korea) to Cebu just recently and they want to mark this milestone with a 50% off seat … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Grandbay Resort in Laguna
Grandbay Resort is known to have one of the biggest pools in the whole of Laguna — about 1,350 square meters all in all. The place is very accessible and is just a few minutes away from Calamba Exit at the South Super Highway (SLEX). They also have a hot spring swimming pool that is helps to relax and detoxicate … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Directions to Dive Solana, Batangas
Dive Solana is one of the more popular destination for people who want to get a taste of the Philippine underwater scene. It’s basically a regular hot spot for diving or snorkeling. Problem is, a lot of tourist and visitors often get lost when going to this Batangas resort. So here’s a quick guide on how to go to Dive … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Splash Mountain Resort: A nature-powered Resort
On July 3, 2010 with much anticipation of our weekly “coffee break”, the team decided to spend the weekend in one of the resort hotels located at the foot of Mt. Makiling in Los Banos, Laguna. We droved about 50 to 55 km. from Makati southbound, took the last exit of the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), Calamba Exit. And since … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Zoom Treetop Adventure at Circulo Verde
The Zoom Treetop Adventure at Circulo Verde, Bagumbayan, Quezon City is the latest and newest zipline opened in Metro Manila. We tried it out this afternoon and checked the place. The place opened just this June 11, 2010 and we were one of the first ones to try it out. The zipline is around 200 meters and costs Php400 per … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Island-hopping in El Nido Resorts
El Nido is one of the more popular cluster of islands in Palawan and is home to several top beach resorts in the Philippines. Despite its commercialization, a lot of the areas in El Nido is still heavily protected for natural conservation. As such, a lot of the smaller islands are either un-inhabited or are in a very pristine condition. … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Holiday Inn, Clarkfield Pampanga
In our recent road trip almost 3 hours to the North, we were hosted at Holiday Inn Clark in Pampanga. Its about 55 miles or 88 kms drive from Makati via the North Luzon Tollway Expressway (NLEX). However, on a holiday drive or offpeak traffic situation, you can hit the place in just 1 and half hours. The hotel is … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Acuatico Resort
About 3.5hours drive from Makati to Batangas via the Star Tollway, you will find this expensive resort in Laiya. Two weekends ago, we were there for a 3-day trip sponsored by our principal. We were greeted with a welcome drink and immediately after check in we took photos of the resort. The infinity pool is one of the best designed … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Lagen Island at El Nido Resorts, Palawan
There are a lot of really nice places to go when looking for beaches and resorts in Palawan. The entire group of islands is practically a huge resort in itself with hundreds of untapped small islands to check out. The most prominent though is Lagen Island in El Nido. Our recent 3-day trip to El Nido was spent on Miniloc … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Amanpulo, a Millionaire’s Island Resort
Amanpulo is one of the private resorts in Pamalican island in Palawan. It is surrounded by white sand beaches, clear waters and a 2.5km stretch of coastline. Guests here are flown by a 19-seater private plane from Manila and touches down on the Island’s private airstrip. Estimated cost per head is about Php85k++ for a 3-days, 2-night stay. It is … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Bagasbas Beach in Daet, Camarines Norte
Some 350 kilometers south of Manila lies one of the country’s [little known] surf spot. Approximately 7-8 hours drive south of Manila is Daet, Camarines Norte. 4 kms away from Daet town proper is Bagasbas beach, one of Philippines’ surfing, skimboarding and kiteboarding spot. We had the chance to drop by Bagasbas beach on our way to Camarines Sur. It … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Baragatan Palawan Festival set in June 2010
Once a year, the province of Palawan, the Philippines’ last ecological frontier, celebrates its biggest festival, Baragatan sa Palawan, from June 1 to 30, 2010. Baragatan which is derived from the Cuyonon word, bagat, which means “to meet,” is a gathering of people, culture, traditions and resources celebrating the beauty and bounty of the province. It is a grand celebration … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Hide Away Resort
Summer is still here and you still have time to go out of town on a competitive budget. If you are a group of five or maximum of twenty, or if you are a team who just want to have team building on a mini out of town trip, Hide Away Resort is the place to be. If you are … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Canyon Cove Residential Beach Resort, Nasugbu, Batangas
Canyon Cove Residential Beach Resort is located in Nasugbu, Batangas. It is a two and a half drive away from Manila via South Luzon Expressway on an ordinary day. Expect to add another hour on your travel time though, especially on a weekend where traffic is sometimes heavy southbound. Bringing your own food is strictly prohibited inside the resort and … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » BiKi Waterworld in Enchanted Kingdom
In anticipation of the extended summer season and in response to a lot of guests’ clamor for water attractions at this time of the year, Enchanted Kingdom, and BiKiWorld of South Korea have agreed to set-up the first and only world-class inflatable water park in the country, the EK BiKi Waterworld. EK BiKi Waterworld has a variety of six giant … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Destination: Ocean Adventure, Olongapo City
Summer is now in full blast! Its time for the whole family to pack their bags and hit the beach. Ocean Adventure could be your best destination. First, its just three (3) hours or less drive from Manila, just take the SCTEX otherwise your blood pressure might shoot up if you take the old route. FYI – there are road … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Bambu Villa Resort, Anilao, Batangas
Batangas is one of the most visited provinces in Luzon every summer, more so during long week-ends and holidays. This Holy Week, scuba diving is one leisure activity that’s hot among a lot of resorts in Batangas. One such place is Batangas that’s always a hot spot among divers is Anilao. Actually, it’s been a consistent location for a lot … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Cebu Pacific drops Jakarta, Indonesia flights by 40%
Cebu Pacific is doing a seat sale for flights to Jakarta, Indonesia. The ticket price has been dropped by 40% to just Php2,499. The special Php2,499 seat sale is available now until March 19, 2010, for travel from June 1 to August 31, 2010. Cebu Pacific is also offering Cebu-Clark seats for only Php499, which is 61% less than the … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Cebu Pacific flight discounts to Malaysia and Roxas
Cebu Pacific is slashing 42% off the lowest year-round fare for Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in a seat sale starting March 11 until March 13, 2010, for travel June 1 to August 31, 2010. Avail of the ‘Go Lite’ seat sale fare of Php1,099 for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu; and if you are headed to the … [Link]
Philippine Travel Blog - The Travelers Guide to Philippine Destinations » Shangri-la Boracay Resort and Spa
We recently went on a over-night stay at the Shangri-la Boracay Resort and Spa. It is one of the newest resorts on the island of Boracay and probably the biggest one so far. The resort is nothing short of spectacular. Combine the ambiance and expertise of the Shari-la Hotel with the breathtaking natural settings of Boracay island and what you … [Link]
