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<title>Recommended Hotels in Baguio City</title>
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<dc:subject>Benguet</dc:subject>
<description>Baguio City is situated in the northern part of Luzon, Philippines. In fact, this city is considered as highly urbanized and is also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines and the City of Pines. Different industries allow Baguio City to be prosperous, but it is known for its main industry which is tourism. During summer season, it is believed that the population in Baguio doubles due to the presence of local and international tourists. And that is the reason why the sales of hotels also rise up during this season. Both local and international tourists check in different hotels, which is what we are discussing. We would like to mention some recommended hotels in Baguio City.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Philippines is indeed very proud of Baguio City because its main attractions do not stop in historical places. Instead, even hotels in this city are also considered as tourist attractions. Let us name some that will surely entice readers to take a vacation in this beautiful city located in the Philippines.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Camp John Hay Manor Hotel used to be a recreational facility of Americans before it was transformed into a resort that is described as world-class. Among the feature of this Baguio hotel are a mini golf course, a picnic area, a skating rink, and a golf course. To accommodate visitors, 177 units were built which all consist of modern amenities that would result to a comfortable stay of visitors. Aside from the cozy interiors and architecture being offered by Camp John Hay, the entire Philippines is proud to say that this Baguio hotel offers spectacular views of mount Cordillera.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another hotel that the Philippines is proud of is Microtel Inn &amp;amp; Suites. Views of the Benguet mountains may be seen from Microtel Inn &amp;amp; Suites as it is situated 5,000 feet above sea level. The staff in Microtel Inn &amp;amp; Suites is very accommodating, the bed is comfortable, and the amenities are excellent. Microtel Inn &amp;amp; Suites is also recommended for coffee-lovers because this Baguio hotel offers unlimited delicious coffee.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another highly recommended hotel is El Cielito Inn, exactly located in 50 North Drive, Baguio City, Philippines. Rooms being offered in El Cielito Inn total to thirty which are in different sizes, such as suite rooms, deluxe, and standard. All rooms, regardless of the size, feature telephones, bathrooms, and a comfortable stay. The restaurant of El Cielito Inn is called The Voyager and it offers different kinds of dishes from snacks to dinners. El Cielito Inn also offers services for functions such as meetings or family gatherings. It features a multi-purpose hall that has a capacity of 125 pax.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These are just three hotels in Baguio that allow the Philippines to be proud of.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.baguioboard.com/baguio-hotels-resorts.php&quot; id=&quot;link_89&quot;&gt;baguio hotels&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-restaurants.php&quot; id=&quot;link_90&quot;&gt;bohol restaurants&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>What to See in Bacolod City</title>
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<dc:subject>Negros Occidental</dc:subject>
<description>The capital of Negros and its most vibrant city, tourism in Bacolod, Philippines has also been the main engine that is propelling the province to prosperity. The many sightseeing wonders and hotspots have turned it into one of the biggest attractions in the archipelago.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;So how does one get started on a tour of this fascinating place? The best time for most would be in early October as that is when the famed Masskara Festival occurs. Here the participants wear oversized multicolored masks painted with smiling faces, and are attired in equally colorful costumes while dancing to the beat of drums and other rhythms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Yet another fiesta close to the hearts of the people is the Panaad Festival, which begins with a mass of thanks and prayers and culminates in a display of splendid fireworks. St. Joseph is honored in the colorful Sinigayan Festival which has become a big part of tourism in Bacolod, Philippines, while the Pasasalamat and Kali-Kalihan fiestas are also anticipated.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The popularity of the city is also helped by its lovely beaches. Antulang Beach is famed for its greenish waters, while the Punta Ballo is well loved by tourists for its white sands. The beaches at Sipaway and Sipalay on the other hand, are ideal for scuba diving as they are host to some of the most beautiful underwater scenery in the province. Do not forget to include Tambobo Beach and Isla Puti when you go beach hopping.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you would rather go diving instead, there are plenty of dive sites that you can explore. Broccoli Reef is the home of a large number of coral reefs and exotic forms of aquatic marine life and fishes, all the while advancing tourism in Bacolod, Philippines; other sites that the intrepid diver will be inclined to explore will be the Sibulan House Reef, Dauin, the El Dorado House Reef, the Coconut Plant Jetty, Polo I and II and the three sites at Calong.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Needless to say, attractions here are not just limited to festivals and its beaches; there are a host of hotspots on land as well. The Patag Valley draws people who love to go trekking and enjoying the many wonders of nature; the Mambukal Resort is not just a place to relax and unwind, but it is also near to some of the scenic nature spots that have been popularizing tourism in Bacolod, Philippines, among them the streams, lakes and mountains nearby.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For history buffs, there is the Holifena Ancestral Home, the Talisay Church, and also the Revolutionary Markers in Magalona which serve as reminders of the battles fought on the land.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are other places worth seeing and these are the Capitol building, with its striking architecture, the Bacolod Golf and Country Club where you can admire the views of the setting, and Orange Gallery, where artistic works are displayed. You might also want to see the Super Bowling Lanes if you love the game, and of course, when you drop by the city, do not forget to get some chicken inasal, a tasty form of roasted chicken.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With tourism in Bacolod, Philippines reaching heights of success and popularity like never before, is there any wonder that this place has been christened the City of Smiles?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bacolodboard.com/&quot; id=&quot;link_93&quot;&gt;bacolod&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/how-to-get-to-bohol.php&quot; id=&quot;link_94&quot;&gt;bohol transportation&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>What You Can Do in Subic</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:42:56 +0800</pubDate>
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<dc:subject>Zambales</dc:subject>
<description>If you are looking to treat yourself and your family for some fun and adventure, Subic activities will very likely live up to your expectations, and then some. If you are still unsure of what to actually do there, here are a few ideas.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can start off your Subic activities by going over to the Ocean Adventure Park. There are numerous attractions in this marine park, including but not limited to, shows featuring seals, dolphins and whale sharks. Not only are these creatures fascinating to watch in person, but information about these creatures, from their behavior, habitat, food etc, are provided.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If seeing and examining wild animals is your thing, then you should not fail to include in your list of Subic activities a journey to the Zoobic Safari. It is home to one of the largest collection of animals in the Philippines, including various types of snakes, reptiles, horses, birds, and tigers, which are of course the main attraction.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Diving is yet another one of those Subic activities that people never seem to tire of, and with good reason, as every trip down the depths bring new discoveries. There are several dive sites that the curious and diving enthusiast can explore, and what makes them unique among those in the other tourist spots in the Philippines are the proliferation of shipwrecks. Among them are the dive centers in Grande Island, San Quentin and El Capitan.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Other Subic activities that will delight the adventurer and thrill seeker in you will be the Bat Kingdom. You can find this in the forests here. These are not ordinary bats, but Flying Foxes and Bamboo Bats, two of the biggest on Earth. Being a forest reserve, you can also enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of a real jungle of greens and vegetation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want to go out and chill out for a while, the Subic Bay Yacht Club is the place to go to. There are several facilities that you can avail to soothe tired muscles and nerves, such as a spa and massage; there are also several fine restaurants where you can order up several types of foods, from Filipino cuisine to Western delights.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For those who want to experience a little bit of culture, there are Subic activities you can get involved with, like heading over to the Pastolan Aeta Village. It is here that you will get to see the way of life of these tribes, which has remained unchanged and unspoiled by the ways of modern man. The Aeta Village is also a gateway to the Pamulaklakin Forest, where you can further admire the many wonders that nature has put there.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Subic activities you can participate in will increase as time goes by, as tourist spot operators and hotels come up with more promotions to entice visitors. Of course, in the end, the winner of this competition will be the travelers and visitors to this lovely place.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.subicboard.com//&quot; id=&quot;link_89&quot;&gt;subic&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-shopping.php&quot; id=&quot;link_90&quot;&gt;bohol shopping&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Some Facts About Palawan</title>
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<dc:subject>Palawan</dc:subject>
<description>Palawan is one of the provinces that can be found in the Philippine archipelago and is situated in the region of MIMAROPA with Puerto Princesa City as its capital. This province is perhaps the biggest one in the whole of the Philippines if jurisdiction were to be the issue as its islands span across all the way from Mindoro towards the south west, in Borneo, and lies in the middle of the Sulu Sea in the south eastern portion of the country and the north western in the South China Sea. The approximate measurement of the land mass of the island is about four hundred fifty kilometres or two hundred eighty miles long, and fifty kilometres or thirty one miles wide. Other general information regarding the province may be read in various books in the shops for one who wishes to find out more.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Many islands, both big and small, rocky coves and powdery white beaches can be found all over the province as it is the bastion of a great stretch of unspoiled forests found all over its mountain ranges. Some of the mountains found here are about three thousand five hundred feet in height or more, plus many rivers, foothills, deltas of the valley and vast forests are spread with the rivers flowing through it. The province has an old history which can dates back to over twenty thousand years ago as archaeologists have discovered many fragments of bones of what is called the Tabon Man who are said to be cave dwellers that originated all the way from Borneo. It is in the municipality of Quezon that the caves were found and are recognized as the Cradle of Civilization of the Philippines.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;During the time of the Spanish colonization in the Philippines, the pirates were first known to exist during this time as one of the chieftains and his men were captured by the Spaniards who then were demanding ransom from them. Eventually, as years passed, the Spanish left the island during the turnover to the Americans. Many construction projects, most especially involving the creation of schools and agriculture were prioritized. However, during the dawn of the Second World War, massacres had taken place on the island due to the invasion of the Japanese. It is for this reason that Palawan today has many remnants of Japanese war ships underneath its waters, and is one of the best and most visited dive sites in the entire Philippines apart from other diving areas in the archipelago.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Popular tourist destinations in Palawan are of course, the capital which is Puerto Princesa, Coron for its good dive spots and World War 2 wrecks, and El Nido which is about an eleven hour journey by public transport from the capital, for its numerous resorts and various islets located around the area, not to mention that crystal clear waters surrounded by natural coves. Various types of marine life are here for the tourist and the divers to see. There are many dolphins, for instance, that swim across the many islands that are still a part of the province.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These are only a few of the general information regarding the province of Palawan. For those who wish to travel to the Philippines, it is always good to learn more about the place.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.palawanboard.com/&quot; id=&quot;link_93&quot;&gt;Palawant&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-education.php&quot; id=&quot;link_94&quot;&gt;Bohol education&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Have a Nice and Relaxing Stay in These Attractive Tagbilaran Hotels</title>
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<dc:subject>Bohol</dc:subject>
<description>Known as the capital city of the beautiful and inviting province of Bohol, Tagbilaran City is proud to offer attractive and relaxing hotels to everyone. To serve and accommodate individuals who are in search for luxurious hospitality service providers, the city features accessible and stylish first class hotels. On the other hand, for travelers, foreigners, and vacationers who do not have enough money to occupy guestrooms and suites in these hotels, they can always visit and check out the facilities and services offered by deluxe and economy Tagbilaran hotels.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;First Class Tagbilaran Hotels&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Metro Centre Hotel and Convention Centre, Bohol Tropics Resort, and Hotel La Roca are the three most inviting and popular first class Tagbilaran hotels. Travelers can choose from eight types of rooms at Metro Centre Hotel and Convention Center, namely Standard, Superior A and B, Deluxe, Deluxe Double, Family Room, Penthouse Suite, and Presidential Suite. By allotting at most 6,500 pesos per night, they can already occupy any of the available guestrooms at this place. Meanwhile, for those who are in search for hotels that have luxurious facilities like swimming pools, spas, and fitness centers, they should take a look at the hotel amenities offered by Bohol Tropics Resort. However, when it comes to Tagbilaran hotels that promote serene or peaceful atmosphere, people should always consider staying in Hotel La Roca. Aside from this, Hotel La Roca is also popular for its friendly staff and accommodating services.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Deluxe Tagbilaran Hotels&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For tourists who like to stay in deluxe Tagbilaran hotels, they can choose from any of these hospitality service providers, Villa Alzhun Tourist Inn, Wregent Plaza Hotel, and The Meridian Hotel. For the price range of 750 pesos to 1500 pesos, tourists can already have a relaxing and comfortable sleep in any of these hotels. Located at Mansasa Seaside, Villa Alzhun Tourist Inn is very accessible to various forms of transportation in the city, so travelers and tourists will not have a hard time finding the place. On the other hand, Wregent Plaza Hotel takes pride in its clean guestrooms and suites. Finally, with 21 well-maintained rooms to offer, The Meridian Hotel always ensures the convenience and safety of all its guests by providing services like 24-hour security service and round-the-clock room service.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Economy Tagbilaran Hotels&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Taver's Pension House, El Portal Inn, and East Coast Tourist Inn are some of the most accessible economy Tagbilaran hotels. From 600 pesos to 1,000 pesos a day, tourists can have a relaxing sleep at any of the available guestrooms and suites at Taver's Pension House. Meanwhile, to provide comfort and convenience to travelers, El Portal Inn features a small dining area and restaurant that specializes in serving Filipino breakfasts. Additionally, the hotel has a spacious lobby where people can read newspapers and access the Internet. Finally, East Coast Tourist Inn is popular to some tourists in Tagbilaran because it is situated in the heart of the city. Moreover, this place features fan rooms that include basic amenities like clean and private bathrooms, cable television sets, and comfortable beds.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.tagbilaranboard.com/tagbilaran-hotels-resorts.php&quot; id=&quot;link_93&quot;&gt;Tagbilaran hotels&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-festivals.php&quot; id=&quot;link_94&quot;&gt;bohol festivals&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Laoag Hotels - A Quick Guide</title>
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<dc:subject>Ilocos Norte</dc:subject>
<description>Those who are interested in visiting this beautiful city in Ilocos Norte need not worry about where they can stay. As this overview of the hotels in Laoag, Philippines shows, there are a lot of interesting and fascinating choices.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want to be at a place that is near the airport, the Fort Ilocandia Hotel is where you might choose to go, as it is less than 15 minutes from the airport. There are lots of elegant rooms here, and apart from having the basic amenities like clean sheets, hot and cold showers, there is also a veranda overlooking the sea. With its many gardens, fountains and Old World look, it certainly evokes the feeling of luxury and pleasure.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Located along P. Paterno Street is the Palazzo de Laoag, another one of the beautiful hotels in Laoag, Philippines. With four floors, it boasts of high quality rooms and amenities which include TV and hot and cold showers, and quality room service. The other attractions here include the restaurant, where a variety of great food is served, and there is also a swimming pool where you can relax. If you want to spend the nigh dancing, there is a disco inside among its other facilities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Badoc Island Resort meanwhile, is found along the coast of Ilocos, specifically on the northwest end. The rates for the rooms are varied so guests can have their pick and being an island resort, provides the basic amenities that you would expect such as comfortable beds and bathrooms. Of course, its biggest attractions are the various activities that you can do in the waters, from swimming, diving, windsurfing and others, making this one of the more popular hotels in Laoag, Philippines.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Situated along Bacarra Road is the Java Hotel. What sets this place apart is that the style and design give it the local look and this extends to the fine food at its restaurant, which features some of the best Ilocano dishes around. The accommodations here are first rate, and aside from bathrooms and cable TV, there is also a caf&amp;eacute;, a swimming pool where you can freshen up; sports enthusiasts can play at the tennis court, or work out in the gym.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Also worth checking out among the hotels in Laoag, Philippines is Northview Hotel near Narbo Airport Road. The rooms here are spacious and come with all the basic accommodations that you will need such as comfort rooms and hot and cold showers. For sports lovers there are courts you can play in.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For dining there is a restaurant with a wide selection of food. There are also function rooms that serve as staging areas for banquets or parties. The size of the function halls are big enough to hold wedding receptions, and the rates here Those who are interested in visiting this beautiful city in Ilocos Norte need not worry about where they can stay. As this overview of the hotels in Laoag, Philippines shows, there are a lot of interesting and fascinating choices.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want to be at a place that is near the airport, the Fort Ilocandia Hotel is where you might choose to go, as it is less than 15 minutes from the airport. There are lots of elegant rooms here, and apart from having the basic amenities like clean sheets, hot and cold showers, there is also a veranda overlooking the sea. With its many gardens, fountains and Old World look, it certainly evokes the feeling of luxury and pleasure.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Located along P. Paterno Street is the Palazzo de Laoag, another one of the beautiful hotels in Laoag, Philippines. With four floors, it boasts of high quality rooms and amenities which include TV and hot and cold showers, and quality room service. The other attractions here include the restaurant, where a variety of great food is served, and there is also a swimming pool where you can relax. If you want to spend the nigh dancing, there is a disco inside among its other facilities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Badoc Island Resort meanwhile, is found along the coast of Ilocos, specifically on the northwest end. The rates for the rooms are varied so guests can have their pick and being an island resort, provides the basic amenities that you would expect such as comfortable beds and bathrooms. Of course, its biggest attractions are the various activities that you can do in the waters, from swimming, diving, windsurfing and others, making this one of the more popular hotels in Laoag, Philippines.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Situated along Bacarra Road is the Java Hotel. What sets this place apart is that the style and design give it the local look and this extends to the fine food at its restaurant, which features some of the best Ilocano dishes around. The accommodations here are first rate, and aside from bathrooms and cable TV, there is also a caf&amp;eacute;, a swimming pool where you can freshen up; sports enthusiasts can play at the tennis court, or work out in the gym.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Also worth checking out among the hotels in Laoag, Philippines is Northview Hotel near Narbo Airport Road. The rooms here are spacious and come with all the basic accommodations that you will need such as comfort rooms and hot and cold showers. For sports lovers there are courts you can play in.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For dining there is a restaurant with a wide selection of food. There are also function rooms that serve as staging areas for banquets or parties. The size of the function halls are big enough to hold wedding receptions, and the rates here are as reasonable as the rooms, making it a very attractive choice.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The city and province is known for its many sightseeing delights, and the hotels in Laoag, Philippines make sure that your stay will be as comfortable as possible. With competition getting stronger, expect services to get better and prices even lower.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.laoagboard.com/laoag-hotels-resorts.php&quot; id=&quot;link_101&quot;&gt;laoag hotelst&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-beaches.php&quot; id=&quot;link_102&quot;&gt;bohol beaches&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Activities in Puerto Galera</title>
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<dc:subject>Oriental Mindoro</dc:subject>
<description>There are several tourist destinations in the Philippines and one of those highly recommended ones is Puerto Galera. In this regard, may we give readers general information on this municipality to hopefully entice more tourists, both local and international, to visit Puerto Galera.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;It forms part of the province of Oriental Mindoro in the Philippines. It is actually one of the places that Philippines is very proud of. It forms part of Region IV-B of the Philippines and is exactly located in the First District of Oriental Mindoro.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;General Information on this municipality include the fact that it is subdivided into thirteen barangays, including Baclayan, Poblacion, Villaflor, Tabinay, Sinandigan, Sto. Ni&amp;ntilde;o, San Isidro, San Antonio, Sabang, Palangan, Dulangan, Balatero, and Aninuan. As of 2000, the population of Puerto Galera totals to 21,925.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The reasons behind the popularity of Puerto Galera among local and international tourists are the spots for Scuba diving, snorkeling, and its countless pocket beaches. The Club of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World has recognized the beauty of Puerto Galera. As a matter of fact, this is the only bay in the Philippines recognized by such organization.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What's good about it is that it can cater to different kinds of tourists. Those who love the nightlife may go to the White Beach and the Sabang Beach. But tourists who love to drink and party recommend the White Beach more than the Sabang beach. Countless restaurants and bars are situated in these beaches which all serve sumptuous dishes. Accommodations described as first-class and economy-class are both offered here, too. There are beachfront hotels and inns, and there are those a little far from the beach but are offered at cheap prices.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For tourists of the Philippines who are not very interested in partying, there are also resorts in Puerto Galera that are intended for soul-searching. One of these resorts is the Coco Beach. Coco Beach is described as peaceful and quiet. The cottages in this resort are even so native which definitely contributes to the solemn feeling. There is also a bar in Coco Beach but it is not as noisy as the bars in White Beach.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;General information on Puerto Galera also includes mountains that have not been explored. People residing on these mountains are known as Mangyans and they do not have any contact of the outside world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This general information hopes to entice more tourists to come and visit Puerto Galera in order to witness the reason why the Philippines is just so proud of such tourist destination.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.puertogaleraboard.com/puerto-galera-resorts-hotels.php&quot; id=&quot;link_89&quot;&gt;puerto galera resort&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/bohol-restaurants.php&quot; id=&quot;link_90&quot;&gt;bohol restaurants&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>A Feature on the Different World-Class Quality Davao Hotels in the Philippines</title>
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<dc:subject>Davao del Norte</dc:subject>
<description>The City of Davao in the Philippines has a good tourism industry, taking its pride on its nickname as the 'City of Royalties.' It features numerous hotel facilities that are ready to serve the vast number of local and international guests who wish to stay in the area. These places offer guests the comfort, safety and convenience they need in order to achieve total satisfaction. There are plenty of standard class, economy class and first class hotels available.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Standard Class Hotels in Davao&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Davao can easily accommodate multitudes of tourists, thanks to the availability of many standard class hotels in the area. These world-class facilities always aim to satisfy guests with their impressive hotel services, beautiful equipment and reasonable rates. Leading standard-class facilities include Regency Residences, Grand Men Seng and Eden Nature Park Resort. In addition, guests can also stay at other fine hotels in the area like Crown Regency Residences, Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort and Casa Leticia Hotel. Inside every room, people can expect clean surroundings and highly presentable features.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Economy Class Hotels in Davao&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are also a number of economy class hotels in the area. Compared to the more fancy hotels, this class offers inexpensive rates in exchange for good quality services. Top options include Hotel de Crisbelle, We R Inn Hotel as well as Linmarr Suites and Apartelle. Some places are famous for their superior and more personalized services, such as the case of Aveflor Inn and Restaurant, the Royal House and Hotel Galleria. Some facilities like D' Japanese Tunnel Family Resort and Restaurant, offer more than just comfy rooms to stay.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;First Class Hotels in Davao&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Known for their luxurious offerings and classy facilities, first class hotels like Apo View Hotel, Royal Mandaya Hotel and Waterfront Insular Hotel always try to give their guests the best services possible. Unlike regular establishments, these establishments have extra features like exclusive dive centers, fancy outdoor pools and world-class sports facilities. They also have numerous business-related features like spacious conference rooms, comprehensive business centers and multipurpose halls. Furthermore, they also boast of cozy restaurants where guests can experience some memorable fine-dining experience.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Additional Information&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These Davao hotels are very impressive in terms of service, facilities and rates. They add color and life to the continuously blossoming tourism industry of the area. Moreover, they always provide tourists and guests something nice and special to remember before they leave the place.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Furthermore, there are other convenient places to stay while in Davao like Marco Polo Hotel Davao, Pearl Farm Beach Resort as well as Grand Regal Hotel. These establishments offer guests a chance to unwind, relax and enjoy all at the same time. Among their common features are massage rooms, spas and outdoor pools, where both adults and kids can spend a lot of time. These fancy hotels also have excellent in-room features such as Jacuzzis, dining facilities and kitchenettes. Although their rates are much higher than regular hotels, guests will never mind it considering the superior quality of their services.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;Please click these links if you want to know more about &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.davaoboard.com/davao-hotels-and-resorts.php&quot; id=&quot;link_93&quot;&gt;davao hotels&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.boholboard.com/resorts-hotels.php&quot; id=&quot;link_94&quot;&gt;bohol hotels&lt;/a&gt; in general.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>The Philippines - The Island of Palawan</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:28:11 +0800</pubDate>
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<dc:subject>Palawan</dc:subject>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Palawan is an Island in the west of the Philippines. The capital of this Island is Puerto Princesa.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Puerto Princesa is like most capitals you will find in the Philippines with not much going on for visitors. It is a town to get yourself sorted with essentials before you move around the island. There are a number of ATM's here and this is the only place on the island where you will find them so if you need cash get it here and make sure you have enough until you get back otherwise there are a very few places that will give you a cash advance usually with a commission of 10%.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;From Puerto Princesa there are a couple of trips that you could do. One is to go to the open prison about 40min tricycle drive away where you can walk around the compound and talk with prisoners and if you're lucky like I was the prison guards allowed me to the fence of the maximum security fence to chat with the inmates.&amp;nbsp; In the compound you will see the prisoners working on making all the lovely wood work that you will see for sale around town.&amp;nbsp; This is how this prison makes it money to pay for staff and feed the prisoners as they are nearly self sufficient as they receive little money from the government. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;p&gt;On the way to the prison there is a wildlife park where they look after rescued animals from the region. (What out for the monkeys they are very aggressive!) There are tours about every hour in English and is worth the trip if you want to kill an afternoon.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;South of Puerta Princesa you have got Sabang which is around a 3 hour drive away. This is a very small town with electricity running only 3 hours in the early evening.&amp;nbsp; There is one thing to do here but it is worth it. Here you have the world's longest underground river. This is actually a UNESCO world heritage site and you will see why. You can to get a boat round to the entrance of the river but these run frequently or there are two trails to the entrance of different distances. At the entrance you can usually see monitor lizards wondering around looking for any food that you may of brought with you with are amazing to see.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The river is obviously pitch black to you may well have the responsibility of holding the very powerful flashlight. I would advise to get to the river early in the morning as it can get busy and I think it would ruin the experience. When I went I was the first boat in and enjoyed all the river to myself until on the way back I must of passed at least 5 boats.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From Sabang you can either get a boat or a number of buses to El Nido - be warned of the roads. You get amazing views from both modes of transport but I recommend to get a boat one way and the bus the other. It is a great experience to travel on the bus. If you're up for it travel on the roof of the bus to get the best views but watch out for low branches and electricity cables!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;El Nido is the gateway to Bacuit Bay the main reason for most people coming to Palawan. The town itself is sandwiched between two massive limestone cliffs with a white sand beach in the middle. There are a few restaurants in the town and also a few right on the beach where the table are on the sand with oil torches for light.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From your base in El Nido you can organise your trip around the bay. The bay is a mixture of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay and Thailand's Krabi. So image if you were to mix these you would get. Yes you're right, you get a paradise which only seems to be possible on postcards. You can get a white sand beach with turquoise sea and coral reef just for yourself here.&amp;nbsp; For the day trips everyone offers the same for pretty much the same price. You have tour A, B, C and D choose which one sounds best all do them all if you have the time and money. I would suggest that you do the trip that takes you to the big and little lagoon as they are just beautiful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can hire a kayak to try and explore the islands yourself but you do have to be quite fit as the islands may look close but trust me from past experience that they are not.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The diving to be done here is just some of the world's best and there are a couple of dive shops on the beach. When I was there it was &amp;#36;50 for 2 dives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://wikidtravel.net/&quot; id=&quot;link_101&quot;&gt;Wikidtravel - Backpacking Community&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://wikidtravel.net/tiki-index.php?page=World%20Nomads%20Promotional%20Code%20-%206%25%20Discount&quot; id=&quot;link_102&quot;&gt;Discounted World Nomads Travel Insurance&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>The Philippines - Tips For Where to Go in Southern Luzon</title>
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<dc:subject>Travel TIPS</dc:subject>
<description>With over 7000 islands the Philippines is a great adventure. Still a country overlooked by a lot of backpackers because of its distance away from the mainland. With its tropical white sand beaches and turquoise sea it truly is paradise.
&lt;div id=&quot;body&quot;&gt;&lt;p&gt;Manila is a vibrant city and very western. You have shopping malls seemingly on every other street with all the American fast food chains. Malate is the tourist area with all the bars and restaurants. This may not be to some peoples taste as a lot of the bars in this area are targeted to the single middle aged male.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Not far from Malate is Intramuros which was built by the Spanish in the 16th century, is essentially a town within itself. It is a walled city with a moat that surrounds it (now a golf course). There is many a sight to see within Intramuros with amazing buildings on every corner and great cathedrals and forts. One was to see all the sites is to hire yourself a guide and tour the city with a horse and carriage so you can get to see everything in one day and also get all the information on what you are actually looking at.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;South of Manila you have Pansagan, where Pansagan River is located. The banks of this river is where the final scenes of Apocalypse Now was filmed. There is not much in this little town apart from the trip up the river which is great fun. You hire a boat with two boat men who will pull you up river against the rapids to a waterfall where you can get a &amp;quot;waterfall massage&amp;quot; which is essentially where you lay down on your front on a bamboo raft and they pass you underneath the water so that the water falls hard upon your back. It does slightly hurt but is also much fun. After you will then make your way back down the river with the rapids which can be quite thrilling depending on what time of year you are there.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On the southern tip of Luzon is Donsol. This is a must trip for anyone who visits the Philippines, from this little town you can get a boat out for the day to go whale shark spotting in which when one is spotted you get in the water with them in all your snorkel gear and swim with them for as long as they wish, in other words until they dive to deep water. Whale sharks are the largest fish in the sea measuring up to 10 metres in length.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;---&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://wikidtravel.net/&quot; id=&quot;link_89&quot;&gt;Wikidtravel - Backpacking Community&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://wikidtravel.net/tiki-index.php?page=World%20Nomads%20Promotional%20Code%20-%206%25%20Discount&quot; id=&quot;link_90&quot;&gt;Discounted World Nomads Travel Insurance&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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