Palawan – The Island Paradise

Few places in the Philippines, indeed in all of Southeast Asia, can compare with Palawan. Throughout the years it has remained consistently one of the top tourist spots in the continent.

Among the numerous attractions of the island, nothing is perhaps nire enthralling than its sheer bio diversity. Not only are there all kinds of creatures in the island, but over 200 of them are unique to it. The pheasant peacock, bearcat and ant eater are just among the species that can only be seen on the island. There are over 500 different types of butterflies in Palawan alone.

Moreover, the flora is just as extensive, with over 1,500 plants and flowers. Unlike in other parts of the country where deforestation is rampant, the forest cover in Palawan is still over 50%, in large part due to conservation efforts on the part of both the local government and its citizens.

There are an endless number of nature spots in Palawan worth checking out, several of which have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Among the most prominent is the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Its most outstanding feature is the river which runs in an underground cave. The river will then go up and converge with the open sea. This connection has made it a natural breeding ground for an entire ecosystem.

The Tubbataha Reef Marine Park is a reserve encompassing the south and north atoll reefs. The coral reef is full of unique and diverse marine life and at the same time the atoll is home to other types of animals including sea turtles.

While tourism plays a vital role in the economy of Palawan, it is not the only source of income of the province. With its well protected environment, it has become a great source of all kinds of fish. Nearly half of the fish supply in Metro Manila stems from Palwan. Another important source of income is logging. However, the continuous replanting in the province ensures that the forests remain strong.

Other vital industries in Palawan include the mining and production of such resources as sugar, coconut, corn and more. These products are shipped throughout the country, providing income for the province.

Equally as diverse are the people and the culture; there are several tribes and minorities that still flourish, including the Batak, Molbog and Palawano groups. Aside from these tribes, there is also a significant Muslim segment in the population and of course, several other peoples from all over the country have made the island province their home.

The mix of peoples in Palawan has resulted in a growing diversity in the religious practices as well. Although the bulk of the population are still Roman Catholics (as is most of the Philippines), there are a growing number of Protestants in the province, including Methodists, Seventh Day Adventists and Mormons. Other Christian sects like the Iglesia ni Cristo and El Shaddai can be found there.

In the southern part are located those who adhere to Islam, and there are also Buddhists in various locations, due mostly to the number of Vietnamese who have settled on the island.

Travel destinations: The Philippines

The Philippines is probably one of the must see places in the world. With its exotic beauty that boasts of rich natural resources and the people popular for their hospitality, kindness and respect for tourists, Philippines is frequented by millions of tourists every year. There are many reasons why Philippines is visited by tourists from all over the world. Aside from the wonderful places, the Philippines offers lots of good things to visitors such as convenient hotels, good food, beautifully handcrafted materials, clothes and others at very low and affordable prices. Philippines is one of the tourists destinations that offers cheap prices for accommodations and food.

There are lots of places to see and enjoy in the Philippines. There are lots of resorts that waters lovers could go to and enjoy a refreshing dive and at the same time relax with the good weather. Climate in the Philippines is one of the best in the world and one of the good things that attract tourists every year in the country. The Philippines is located in a tropical place where one could enjoy too much sun without fear of heat stroke. The temperature is not too hot nor too cold. Visitors who want to enjoy the sun could always visit the Philippines anytime of the year especially during summer.

The Banaue Rice Terraces which is located in Banaue, Ifigao is one of the pride of the Philippines. It is built with the sweat of the Ifugaos and with only crude tools. The rice terraces is one of the wonders of the world. It is beautifully carved around the mountains. One could just wonder how these rice terraces that could almost reach up to heaven was built by man. These rice terraces are considered treasure to the Ifugaos and it is gaining the place recognition throughout the world.

Baguio City, the Summer Capital of the Philippines is a cold place with plenty of fresh vegetables to satisfy those who love vegetables straight from the garden. In the month of February a celebration called “Penagbenga”, is celebrated in this city. Flowers of all kinds are paraded around the city in floats. Baguio City, because of its very good weather is home to all kinds of lovely flowers. In fact, most flowers sold in the Philippines come from Baguio City.

Another pride of the Philippines is the Mayon Volcano which is located in Albay, Bicol. This volcano is one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world with its perfect cone. Mayon Volcano is still active to this day. Below the volcano stands the Cagsawa ruins, a reminder of the worst eruptions that happened in 1814.

Chocolate Hills could be best viewed during summer when the grasses turn brown which make the hills more like chocolates than land forms. They are beautiful to view because they look like chocolates that are too delicious to eat.

To those who love the waters, Boracay which is located in Aklan boasts of its white sand and clear, fresh water. Countless swimmers and water lovers come to this place to enjoy the cool. clear waters and see the white sand.

The Philippines doesn’t only offer wonderful places to visit but offers other things like crafts, clothes and food which are all affordable and of good quality.

Visit Bohol and Find a Super Destinationwith All to Give to the Tourist

Bohol may be one of the largest islands in the Visayas area, however that does not mean that there isn’t everything a traveler’s heart could hope for, does it? Well, yes it does indeed; everything which one could wish for as a visitor in one place. You can uncover a rich culture, great adventure, relaxation, shopping complexes, and great tasting food in this one island and one will through this article learn the many specialties which the tropical island Bohol has waiting for you.



Tourists can get to Bohol easily via fast craft such as Ocean Jet or Weesam express from Cebu and from Dumaguete City. Tourists can likewise use a Fast Ferry from Manila or even better yet a domestic flight with Air Philippines, Philippines Airlines or Cebu Pacific. Visitors really do not need to be concerned about one’s sleeping arrangements as there are beach resorts in just about every corner of Bohol and almost all of these resorts are operated by German or Swiss people so if you speak German, you will feel right at home.



If you are not keen on travelling too far away from the capital Tagbilaran, then you can visit the Bohol Tropics Resort Club which is said to be one of the best known and famous sites because of its abundant function rooms and amenities.



However, if one is on the adventurous side, one may grab a cab and drive down and ship your self to Cabilao Island as it is one of the most amazing diving sites as well as its white sandy beaches.



Speaking of SCUBA diving, Bohol is famous for their dive sites and their coral reefs. You will find many large turtles, groupers, barracudas and lots of banded sea snakes. The diving spots Bohol has to offer are considered world class, additionally there are sites for starting divers, advanced as well as expert divers. If you hit the big jackpot then you might see a Hammerhead shark. Ensure that you have your PADI ID card with you always to avail of dive spots and get reduced rates in various dive shops.



Bohol is not only good for diving, but it is also popular for sightseeing. The most popular spot in Bohol is a place right before Carmen where the Chocolate Hills are found. The Chocolate Hills are hills which extend in equal size and color over a vast space and during the dry season, the green grass turns brown and thus the name Chocolate Hills. Yet another little wonder is a primate which is unique and can only be found in Bohol. This animal is one of the primates, the tiniest in the world to be exact, and is called the Philippine Tarsier. This little creature is only as large or we should say, as small as a regular mango tree leaf. The Tarsiers are under protection and travelers can visit their sanctuary in the Philippine Tarsier Foundation Bohol.



Bohol has even more than nature to offer, visitors can also relax in one of the three major shopping malls which one can discover in Tagbilaran City.



You can see that Bohol is truly a tropical paradise for every visitor as you can find everything for every taste such as diving sites for the adventurers, sightseeing for the culture lovers and shopping malls for those who desire to shop. Come to Bohol now and let this tropical paradise experience change your opinion of a ordinary vacation forever.

THE POLITICS OF VIOLENCE

THE POLITICS OF VIOLENCE
By Sunny Rasheed Lucman Pacasum

The recent elections gave us an indigent insight into the complex character of our People. The events have become another, among many other motivating reasons for Filipinos to live anywhere else but on this country. Their main argument is that the bleakness of the political landscape will eventually kill whatever chances we have for improving ourselves as a people. But can anyone blame us? Look at our situation. Investors are starting to move away. Leaving our economy hopelessly indebted.

Our politics has lost its dignity and turned into a circus. We are the only country where Mexican soap opera stars are received like royalty in the presidential palace. There are lesser and lesser job opportunities for Filipinos and one of the few more lucrative occupations involves talking to foreigners on a phone with a false accent. How miserable Filipinos must be…

A cousin of mine bluntly retorted that I should be making only constructive and positive suggestions instead of destructive and negative ones. But there is nothing positive about affirming what is nakedly wrong and incorrect. And there is nothing destructive about remembering the sins of the past. There is nothing negative about criticizing the diseases of the present. What this country needs is something I am skeptical any of our leaders have the balls to offer. The truth. If only Filipinos were more objective and politically mature things would be different. Our mind set is focused on ourselves to utter disregard of others and the truth. It has never changed.

In the elections, whoever loses claims to have been cheated. I can’t blame them because if they won, they would have been the cheaters we love to indulge in gossiping instead of devoting time reading good literature such as success stories. It gets even worse, crab mentality in the Philippines is so blatant that every election, everyone tries to put one down.

Even most of the media people who have a hand in molding the peoples opinion cannot even do what they are supposed to do and report there events without pre-judgment. They could say, whatever they desired against Muslims and only a few people would challenge them because there is no organized way to challenge stereotypes & bias in media. What is also obvious is the widespread bias of Filipinos, which are their love for Americans and their hatred for Muslims.

The media has to understand that we Muslims are mutually sympathetic to one another. When I hear the news that a Muslim brother in any part of this country is in pain. I am instinctively sympathetic to my Muslim brother. I may know little about the problem he is facing but I cannot and should not suppress my natural sympathy. This love is born of the bond of brotherhood, which the Islamic religion is keeping to establish between its followers. Everyone in our generation dreams of being rich successful and happy. But the dreams require us to hop on a plane and become domestic helpers.

In short we think that being a Filipino is a liability because this nation does nothing to help the youth. It’s depressing that our leaders think that only people who are 18 and above should be served well because their political careers depend on their votes.

What our leaders should understand is that the opinion of everyone matters even if those opinions wont necessarily be expressed through the ballot on election day as a citizen of this country. I’m sick and tired of hearing statements that seek to convince that the Philippines is a good country. The truth is its not.

It’s far from good. That’s why staying in the Philippines has simply become intolerable. A clear example to justify my stand are leaders who claim that the Philippines is one of Asia’s growing economies.

As far as I know we have been a growing economy ever since Martial law. I never heard anywhere or at any point that the Philippines had already grown to a strong economy. How can the government make me believe that our economy is getting better when I constantly see Sampaguita girls carrying babies and risking their lives just to beg for coins in the streets. Is that how they picture a growing economy? This country is poor. Very poor our minimum wage earners can hardly get enough food and shelter our national debt has reached trillions of pesos and god knows when we will be able to pay for it.

I have come to a conclusion that the Philippines is a country of beggars. Begging is no longer taboo. Decency is no longer a practice. Our Peoples change of character is the direct result of the educational system. Education in the Philippines is mediocre.

In my province I have seen students cross a river in a Banca, walk in muddy roads and flooded streams to reach their classes. School buildings with broken roofs, classrooms with no blackboards and tables with no chairs. One can hardly study let alone learn in such an economically challenged atmosphere. The department of education should look into this outrageous problem that mocks the constitutional obligation of the state to provide free quality education to all children including Muslims.

Our leaders say that we should be proud because we are run by a democracy. Clearly the voting public and the candidates feed on each other to create an incestuous relation of the rule of the corrupt and the corruptible.

In the past few elections only the elite have successfully influenced the outcome of our election. Worse even drug lords and loan sharks have also found a way to use their dirty money to win polls. This brand of politics is destroying the image of the Bangsamoro. Making us dirty and corrupt. Something is wrong with a people who instead of putting a drunkard into therapy we send him to Malacaٌnang.

Something is very wrong with a people who instead of throwing a coup leader behind bars we send him to senate. Something is obviously wrong with a people who instead of holding grafters, tax evaders and rapist to account for their sins against society we send a number of them to congress. This country is run by corruption not democracy. And yes were even proud of it.

The military is tasked with the burden of protecting its citizens. But for such a strong organization it is very alarming and upsetting to see that it is the most vulnerable entity to political pressure. This vulnerability can be traced to the military’s utter ignorance of the constitution, it’s role in defending it, and its ignorance that the dishonest and greedy generals capitalize upon.

The Bangsamoro people continue to suffer the agony of war waged by the government troops against our mujahideens. Thousands of my Muslim brothers have left their homes and livelihood due to these hostilities. The truth should come out that the military is the one provoking us to fight in order to justify and raise government funding for its war against terror.

Have you noticed the standard of living in Mindanao is low compared with that of Visayas and Luzon? Government records attest that Mindanao only gets 10% of the national budget. Considering it’s the second largest island and provides most of the country’s resources. If there are any investments coming in, the Bangsamoro people aren’t enjoying them. But those in places like Cagayan de Oro, Iligan City and other non-Muslim dominated provinces. The truth is the government regularly manipulates population statistics to minimize the Muslim count. Since only Christian birth and death records are recognized as official. There is no accurate census available on the current number of the Bangsamoro population. Thus voter representation in Muslim Mindanao and the need for government infrastructure in our province is denied.

The government is responsible for steering this nation. Without that responsibility the government has no purpose and would have no right to exist. This country needs to be told the plain truth that this country is doomed and should work towards a miraculous cure. This government must take heart and at least have pity on the poor of this nation, especially the Bangsamoro who has no ambition but to be free. Free from this wretched country.WASSALAM

Mr. Sunny Rasheed (23yrs old), is currently working as a marketing executive in Makati. You can e-mail him at Santino_101@hotmail.com

The Jollibee Legacy

 

When it comes to fast food chains here in the Philippines, the Jollibee Food Corporation is among of the best that can sate every Filipino’s hunger for American and Philippine cuisine. The Jollibee Food Corporation is an American-style fast-food restaurant with Filipino-influenced dishes specializing in chicken, burgers, spaghetti and some local Filipino dishes.

Today, the Jollibee Food Corporation is currently the biggest fast-food restaurant in the Philippines. Jollibee Food Corporation also extends its popularity on among of the biggest countries such as the United States, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, Dubai and Brunei.

As of December 2007, Jollibee has become one of the biggest fast-food chains in the world with 1,635 stores worldwide and total sales of more than $1 billion. As of February, 2008, Jollibee Food Corporation has 1,385 stores in the Philippines namely, Jollibee which has 625 stores, Chowking which has 376 stores, Greenwich Pizza which has 237 stores, Red Ribbon Bakeshop which has 192 stores, Délifrance which has 27 stores and Tio Pepe which has 2 stores. It had 186 stores overseas.

All of this has happened through the time when we first ate at a nearby Jollibee store. But have you ever asked where all of this success started? Well here is a little trip down memory lane of a man that never knew his business will grow to be the biggest fast food chain of all time, the Jollibee Food Corporation.

Tony Tan Caktiong and his family opened a Magnolia Ice Cream parlor at Cubao in 1975 with Jolibe as the original name. Sometime in 1978, Tony Tan Caktiong and his brothers and sisters, being partners, engaged the services of a management consultant in the person of Manuel C. Lumba. Lumba, now Caktiong’s personal consultant, shifted the business focus from ice cream to hamburgers, after his studies showed that a much larger market was waiting to be exploited.

Lumba next re-formed the name Jolibe to Jolly Bee and made the two words form a single name Jollibee, but changed the “y” to an “i” Lumba next created the product name “Yumburger” as well as the name “Chickenjoy”.

Lumba also formulated a long-term marketing strategy, listing up a number of consumer promotions and traffic building schemes. Tony Tan stressed that developing internal strengths was critical. The stores were re-designed, the service transformed into a full self-service, fast-food operation with drive thrus.

Not long after, Tony Tan and Manny Lumba went on an observation tour in the United States, attended food service and equipment conventions. Tony Tan placed Manny Lumba in charge of franchise development. Thus creating the Jollibee Food Corporation. For more information about the Jollibee Food Corporation products, then visit www.expressregalo.com.

A Short Introduction for Jollibee Food Corporation

Among all the fast food chains here in the Philippines, the Jollibee Food Corporation is considered to be the most popular choice among all the Filipinos. The Jollibee Food Corporation has been serving us with their delectable collection of fast food, but what do we really know about the Jollibee Food Corporation? Where did Jollibee Food Corporation come from? When did Jollibee Food Corporation start? Who founded the Jollibee Food Corporation? Well here’s a little history behind the most popular fast food chain in the Philippines.

The Jollibee Food Corporation was founded by Tony Tan Caktiong and his family. And did you know that the Jollibee Food Corporation wasn’t selling fast food back in the days, instead they sell ice creams, and it was named as Jolibe. But after sometime, they decided on getting the services of a management consultant in the person of Manuel C. Lumba. Lumba suggested that to shift their business of ice cream parlor to hamburgers after his studies showed that a much larger market was waiting to get tapped.And sure enough, their hamburgers became a hit for a lot of Filipinos. After this success, Lumba next reformed the name Jolibe to Jolly Bee and made the two words form a single name Jollibee.

Then Lumba next created the product name “Yumburger” for their hamburgers as well as the name “Chickenjoy” for their—ah you what it is.Because of the fame of the Jollibee Food Corporation, they have decided on incorporating some expansions and acquisitions. On 2000, the Jollibee Food Corporation acquired Chowking, allowing Jollibee to be part of the oriental quick service restaurant segment. Similarly, Jollibee also acquired Red Ribbon Bakeshop on 2005, another popular fast-food restaurant in the Philippines. In 2006, Jollibee Food Corporation

acquired the Délifrance which further expanded its penetration in the food service industry particularly in the French cafe-bakery, a growing segment of the Philippine food market.

So there you have it, a small introduction of the history of Jollibee Food Corporation. For more information about the Jollibee Food Corporation, then visit Jollibee Food Corporation.

Sambat Mascara y Regatta Festival in Bohol, Philippines

The Sambat Mascara y Regatta Festival doesnt’ only offer fun in musical competition, bat racing, and masqued street dances. You can also experience sightseeing the historical and nature sites all across Loay. Don’t wait till Christmas. The Sambat Mascara y Regatta Festival in Bohol, is celebrated on the first Saturday of December.

The Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival is one of the main festivals in Bohol, specifically celebrated at Loay.

Here is the typical location of the Loay Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival. Loay is in the south west coast of Bohol and at 18 kilometers away from the city of Tagbilaran. Loay is at the mouth of the Loboc River where the regatta takes place. The Loay town is established in the year 1740 and as early as that, the Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival has been celebrated.

Although the town of Loay celebrates its feast day in May (the exact date is movable within the month), the main attraction in Loay is the celebration of the Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival, which is celebrated amidst that colors of activities such as the agricultural-industrial market fair, musical instrument competitions as the drum and bugle competition, and of course the grouped masquerade street dancing and the boat races along the river. The event is also highlighted by the fabulous display and parade of the image of Saint Francis Xavier, the Loay town’s second patron to whom the Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival is celebrated in honor.

The Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival is celebrated in his honor every first Saturdays of the month of December.

Since the festival is a religiously originated one, you might want to stop over at the Loay Chruch located just over on a plateau overlooking the sea on the upper part of Loay called Ibabao.

Another prominent feature of Loay that you might notice upon festivities visit is the Loay plaza. The sheer simplicity of the Plaza takes from its Spanish colonial roots with only a wide open stretch of space without any landscaping or decorative embellishments. The only distinctive features amidst the grassy area are the two coral stone buildings which are very simplistic yet classical to look at. One of the buildings is a one-story being used as a public school, whicle the other one is a two-story emblemed with the Virgin Mary. The second one is under renovation to be converted as an archdiocese Spanish period archive for church documents coming from all 38 parishes from the diocese of Loay.

Other sites that you don’t want to miss upon visiting during the Sambat Mascara Y Regatta Festival are the Clarin Ancestral House which has a small restaurant / coffee house attached for your convenience, Rio Vista Heights, the Clarin Beach Resort, Himontagon Hills, Punta Baluerte, and the Spanish watchtower located at Villalimpia.

Experience this winter festival. Don’t wait till Christmas to experience all the fun and sightseeing in the wonderful island paradise of Bohol you can get.

Must see attractions in Malaysia

Redang Island A Divers Paradise

Redang Island is located in the South China Sea. It lies just off the coast of Terengganu, Malaysia and is considered one of the most spectacular dive locations in Malaysia. The island 45 kilometers north-northeast of the state capital of Terengganu, Kuala Terengganu, and approximately 22 kilometers from the Merang Jetty, which is the main boarding point for visitors to the island

Visitors to Redang Island will board at the Merang Jetty for a 45-minute boat ride.

Upon arrival at Redang Island, visitor will be overwhelmed with the reception they receive. Crystal clear water and white sandy beaches are in abundance at Redang Island.

There are currently 17 resorts operating on Redang Island ranging from budget accommodations such as beach huts and chalets, to four-star hotels. Most of these resorts are located on the two main beaches at Teluk Kalong and Pasir Panjang on the eastern coast of the Island.

Redang Island is rich with diverse marine life in the surrounding waters. 80% of the species found in the “coral triangle”, an area bounded by Indonesia, the Philippines and Papua New Guinea. This “coral triangle” is known to have the highest number of marine species in the world.

Divers can select from a wide range of diving experiences at Redang Island. From Beach Dives, Shallow Water Dives and challenging Deep Dives, the diving sites are near the islands and easily accessible by speedboat. Dive centers can be found at most resorts and most dive centers offer PADI/NAUI certified courses.

There are three dive sites towards the north of the Island. Tanjung Tokong and Tunnel Point are the most popular of the northern sites. They offer divers abundant marine life with a maximum depth of 30 meters. Tanjung Lang, the least popular, has a maximum depth of 18 meters. The northern sites are the most popular sites among divers and are also the healthiest in Redang. They are located away from most of the resorts and in close proximity to the protected beach Chagar Hutang, which hosts SEATRU’s conservation efforts.

Pasir Panjang is a popular dive and snorkeling site. The beach is easily accessible and the house-reefs are good for snorkeling, beach dives and also discovery dives. Other popular snorkelling locations not far from Pasir Panjang are Pulau Paku Besar and Pulau Paku Kecil. These are popular snorkeling locations but have enough marine life to keep divers happy too.

In the vicinity of Teluk Kalong, Cina Terjun has become a photographer’s heaven. The sandy bottom at Cina Terjun is home to stingrays and scorpion fish and stone fish nestled amongst the reefs. Divers are almost certain to encounter eels and lion fish at this location. This spot offers divers an excellent location for day or night dives with a maximum depth of 18 meters.

The southern dive sites are among the most popular in Redang. Terumbu Kili is a rocky outcrop that appears above the water and slopes down to a sandy bottom at approximately 20 meters deep. It is one of the top dive sites in Redang. Pulau Ling and Batu Chipor were once the most popular dive sites in Redang. It still offers divers a rich biodiversity in marine life but both these sites are less visited due to the increasing traffic of large boats surrounding the area. Another popular dive site on the southern side of Redang is Pulau Ekor Tebu.

With the rich diversity of the marine life at Redang, the island has grown into one of the top dive sites in the world. Visitors to Redang Island can expect to have an enjoyable time whether they are there for relaxation or for adventure.

The Good Life is Now Within Reach at Subic Holiday Villas

Experience the zenith of urban living within a modern provincial area like that of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone in Olongapo City. Located in the heart of Olongapo City is Subic Bay, which sits on the west coast of the island of Luzon in the Philippines. It is formerly a United States naval base and is now a booming industrial and commercial area. This prime location is where Subic Holiday Villas is situated.

Free from the irksome ills of city life like noise and air pollution, Subic Holiday Villas promises a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan living. It is a master planned four-hectare leisure development facility that is primarily a residential community comprised of clusters of three-storey bedroom units. It offers a wide variety of fully furnished rooms—from studio units to one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. These suites boast of complete amenities expected from premiere hotels. The kitchens already have a refrigerator, stove, microwave/toaster oven, glassware, cutlery and crockery. Aside from being equipped with an individually controlled air-conditioning system, the units already have cable network television and a water cooling and heating system. The suites also extend to balconies, making your stay here extra special and refreshing. Truly, the Subic Holiday Villas has been created to cater to the needs of both business traveler and leisure-seeker.

The Subic Holiday Villas was developed due to these reasons: to provide top-notch accommodations to investors and businessmen while in Subic Bay Freeport, to give adventure-seekers an option to prolong their stay in Subic at a convenient address that is accessible to any destination they choose and to offer retirees a safe, laid back environment conducive for relaxation and close to hospitals and other healthcare centers. Ultimately, the Subic Bay Villas puts the welfare of their guests on top. The goal is to make people realize that the good life is not necessarily hard to reach nor is it fussy to achieve. Great living is rooted in a great, positive environment that propels you to grow and discover. The Subic Bay Villas realizes that need and answers it.

If it’s the vibe of a Class A village you’re looking for, the facilities of a world-class hotel and a location that is guaranteed to set you in the hub of activity, Subic Holiday Villas is a state-of-the-art haven that you’ll unmistakably soon call your second home.

For inquiries and reservations, visit their website at http://www.subicholidayvillas-sbma.com/.

Things to do in San Franciscos Golden Gate Park

Whether you are a tourist exploring or a local looking for something to do with your weekend Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California has something for everyone. The attractions, activities and dining choices are numerous and varied enough to appeal to people of all ages and interests.

Golden Gate Park is one of the most highly visited city parks in America with over 13 million visitors enjoying the grounds every year. The parklands are over 1000 acres in size and have been built on top of what was once quite a harsh landscape of sand dunes ravished by ocean winds.

ATTRACTIONS:

Some of the most popular attractions In Golden Gate Park include:

The Japanese Tea Gardens-explore 5 acres of Japanese style gardens with winding paths, sculptures, ponds, bridges and teahouses.

Conservatory of flowers-the conservatory of flowers is a greenhouse filled with thousands of plant species including tropical, aquatic and seasonal flowering plants. One section you can enter features live butterflies.

Koret Children’s quarter-enjoy the children’s playground, complete with carousel. There are swings, slides, tubes to crawl through and planks to balance across.

The De Young Memorial Museum- houses art and cultural displays from around the world. Popular installations include work from America, Africa, New Guinea, New Zealand and the Philippines.

California Academy of Science-one of the biggest natural history museums around the globe this museum contains an aquarium and planetarium. It has recently been rebuilt as a sustainable building with solar panels, natural light and recycled materials. You will find exhibits on botany, geology, space and water. Some of the most popular attractions are; the rainforests of the world exhibit, a 3D theater and a discovery interactive tide pool.

The San Francisco Botanical Gardens-contains over 7000 plant varieties and the largest horticultural library in the state. There is even a garden of fragrance with Braille signs and free guided walks are available.

ACTIVTIES

Some of the numerous activities available in the Golden Gate Park include:

-Archery

-Basketball courts

-Pathways suitable for walking, bicycling and skating-with JFK drive shut off to cars on Sundays. Bikes and skates can be rented from park suppliers.

-9 hole golf course

-Lawn Bowls, including free lessons

-Swing dancing with free beginners lessons on Sundays

-Sea Lion watching

-View Bison, bears and

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