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Top 10 best places in Boracay

noreply@blogger.com (Diana Jane Cervantes) — Thu, 08 May 2014 09:34:00 +0000

Boracay is known as the white sand beach, but some of us don’t know that there are many places, beaches and island in Boracay that we can enjoy other than the actual white beach. These are the list of the top 10 best places in Boracay:

White Beach

The most popular tourist destination in Boracay is the White sand Beach. White Beach has been the commercial center in Boracay since the hotels, resorts, restaurants, café and bars are located here. There are also a lot of water and sand activities that you can do in this area such as beach volleyball, surfing, diving, parasailing, snorkeling etc.

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Baling Hai Beach

If you want to relax and away from a hustle of the White beach, Baling Hai Beach is the best place for you! This is also known as one of the romantic places in Boracay. The cottages of the resort in Baling Hai Beach are bungalow types, while the meals and refreshments are served and transported using a rope and a pulley with basket for you.

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Bat Cave

If want an adventurous trip in Boracay, you better try to see the home of giant fruit bats, the Bat Cave, which is located at the western end of the island. You can feel the extreme excitement of getting there and the thrilling moments when you finally see the giant fruit bats on the ceiling is really fun! You may also enjoy taking pictures of the different rock formations inside the cave and the stalactite on the ceiling.

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Puka Island

Collect Puka shells and wanders around the beautiful beach of Puka Island. The water in the Puka Island is rougher and deeper that the usual beaches in Boracay. Puka shells where the name of the beach came from. Puka shells are the worlds forbeing made into accessories, ornaments and jewelry.

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Crocodile Island

Visit the beautiful collection of corals in Crocodile Island. This is usually part of Boracay Island hopping tour packages because all of the tourists will really enjoy the amazing views and water activities in this island. This is also the best place to do snorkeling.

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Mount Luho

Mount Luho is the best place to see the view of the entire Bolabog beach. It is known as the highest point in Boracay. You can also try the breath taking Zip line along the area and a small zoo for your kids that they will surely enjoy.

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Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove Island is a private island consists of 2.5 hectares. This is formerly known as Tiguatian Island a few minutes away from White beach. The grey-brown rocks overgrown with deep-green vegetation and surrounded by crystal-blue water will complete your vacation in Boracay. This Island is ideally made for relaxing, walking and picnicking.

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Dead Forest

The enchanting place in Boracay, the Dead Forest. This is located at the tip of Balagbag, a few minutes of walking away from Bulabog beach. The spooky ambiance and enigmatic appeal will make you magnetize to this magnificent place. To think that the Dead Forest is a pure product of ecological disturbance is really incredible.

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Boracay Butterfly Garden

The Boracay Butterfly garden is holding a wildlife and collector’s permit from the DENR/PAWB that registered to breed butterflies. This is a beautiful garden consist of hundreds of live Philippine butterflies and excess plant species. Some of the butterflies in this garden are used for wedding and other special event or occasions.

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Willy’s Rock

Willy’s Rock is the most famous landmark in Boracay. It is a natural castle-like volcanic formation with a shrine of Virgin Mary at the top that you can reach using stairs. This is also known as the most photographed landmark in Boracay.

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Inside a Tour Package

noreply@blogger.com (Diana Jane Cervantes) — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 04:38:00 +0000

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Summer has officially begun. It will be such a waste to spend it indoors and drowning yourself updating your Facebook. Why don’t you try frolicking in the cool waters of Boracay Island? The internet has an endless list of Boracay tour packages that suit your needs to jumpstart a memorable summer getaway. All you need is a keen eye to spot a reasonably priced deal. If you are still new into this kind of stuff, don’t fret, because will give you the basics of what really is a tour package.

What is a tour package?

It is a combination of any modes of transportation with accommodations and/or entrance to special events or tourist spots in the chosen destination.

Components of a Tour Package

Transportation to and fro a certain destination

This may be via air, land, or sea. The coverage may involve a transfer between countries and/or within the country.

Accommodation

Common example of this is a hotel. It may include a coach or taxi upon arrival and/or departure at the airport.

Meals

Breakfast is usually included. Lunch or dinner may be served, as well.

Entrance to attractions or events

This is an important aspect of a tour package. What is the use of travelling in a foreign land if you will not have a chance to visit some of its main attractions? This is the part of the package that should be analyzed carefully or you will not get your money’s worth.

Insurance

In a strange land, you must check if the travel agent will ensure your safety or will be responsible in case an emergency happens.

Types of Tour Packages

There are different types of tour packages depending on the interest or purpose of the traveler. We enumerate some of it below:

Adventure Tour Package

This is where Boracay tour packages befall. Thrill-seekers could enjoy some of the adrenaline pumping activities such as whitewater are rafting, kayaking, surfing, and other extreme sports that is not surely for the faint heart.

City/Region Tour Package

This is for travelers who want to know the culture, history, and people of a certain place. A sightseeing oriented tour visiting the historic landmarks and must-see attractions of the place. Most often than not, it has a tour guide that acts as a facilitator and storyteller of the group.

Romantic Tour Package

Do you want to rekindle the romance with your loved one? This could be a perfect opportunity to have an alone time with your sweetheart. This package is a time off for couples from the busy demands of the city or work life.

Business Tour Package

This tour package will arrange how busy you are throughout the day or so. It will take care of your hotel accommodations and a service that will take you to your business engagements.

Attraction-based Tour Package

Do you want a tour that will take you to Hongkong Disneyland? This is a family-oriented tour package and the usual destination is a theme park.

The beauty of a tour package lies in the cost and lessens the burden of finding each component separately. You don’t have to search high and low for a flight schedule, accommodation, and the hassle of organizing an itinerary on your own. It will be duly taken care of the travel company who has the experience of choosing what is best in the market. Just check if the cost never goes overboard and there are no hidden costs.

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Top 5 summer destination in the Philippines

noreply@blogger.com (Diana Jane Cervantes) — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 06:36:00 +0000

March, April, and May are the best season to have a vacation with your family. This is also the time you will relax and free from stress. Enjoy your summer vacation with your family or friends in the best places around the country. You don’t have to spend a lot of money by going to another country because here in the Philippines, you can also find the paradise. Heaven is hidden in many provinces in the Philippines. Some are waiting to be found or discovered by your own eyes. Now, if you’re having a hard time thinking where to go, you can try these top 5 summer destinations in the Philippines:

Palawan – In 2007, National Geographic Traveler magazine announced that Palawan is the best island destination in East and Southeast Asia. The most famous hot spot of Palawan is the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park where 8.2 km underground river that flows directly to the sea, this is known as one of the new 7 wonders of the world.

Boracay - White sands, crystal clear waters, sceneries, and water activities are the main reasons why Boracay is the most popular beach in the Philippines. Every year, the numbers of local and foreign tourists are increasing, especially when Lenten and summer season. There are many hotels in Boracay which offer a good accommodation where you can really enjoy your stay.

Baguio – Cool weather in mountain of Cordillera makes Baguio known summer capital of the Philippines. Baguio is not just all about the cool weather, but it was also famous in historical places and amazing sceneries. The most popular event in Baguio is the Flower festival or commonly known as Panagbenga and this is celebrated in February every year. Panagbenga means “season of blooming” where they will parade the most decorative flowers and a stunning dance of street dancers.

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Tagaytay – Like Baguio, Tagaytay is also famous in local and foreign tourist because of the cool climate and outstanding scenery. Tagaytay is the favorite venue for team building and field trips because of the relaxing picnic field and an amazing view of Taal volcano which is the volcano within the Taal Lake.

Ilocos Region – At the northwest of Luzon, you can find the best place for family bonding, vacation and relation in the country. Ilocos Region got it all! Seaside, place to relax, adventurous and historical places are here in Ilocos Region. The amazing windmill is also located here so be ready to mesmerize.

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