Travel destinations: The Philippines – Part 11

I am proud to live in the Philippines. This is my first and last love. Philippines is a very rich archipelago where you can enjoy the different sceneries and experience different cultures my country has to offer.

Philippines has a wide Array of coastal towns where you can visit the beaches. There are beautiful beaches here that are very relaxing and still not so commercialized like boracay. You can visit from Babuyan islands down to Tawi-tawi and still you won’t get enough of.

If you want to visit the cooler places to unwind, you can visit my hometown Baguio, the city of pines. We have a lot of vacation spots here like Tam-awan village where you can see the replicas of the huts from Kalinga province, mines view, burnham park, wright park, camp john hay among others. And you can taste our delicacies such as lengua de gato, peanut brittle, strawberry jams and the like and eat fresh vegetables that our townspeople cultivate.

Or you can visit my birthplace just a few kilometers from Baguio, where you can see the strawberry farm and pick fresh strawberries, you can taste our fruit wines and just enjoy strolling around.

I can only say, see, and experience it yourself! Perhaps, once you step afoot on our place, you would not want to leave anymore.

Travel destinations: Cebu, Philippines

If you are looking for a place to go with lots of green around and with hospitable and fun-loving people who could share you an exciting travel, then go to Cebu, Philippines. Cebu is called the “Queen City of the South,” because it is the center for trade and education in the southern part of the Philippines, and it boosts of its rich environment.

Cebu is one of the better international destinations in the world and boosts of its rich natural resources and beautiful spots where tourist could share exciting experiences. Cebu as an international destination has flights from Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, And South Korea almost everyday. From Manila, the capital of the Philippines, Cebu is just an hour away by plane and by boat it takes twenty two hours. Either way, you could always enjoy the trip and it pays if you reach your destination as Cebu proves to be one of the best places to go when you love nature and love to relax and refresh.

Cebu is rich in natural resources and boosts of its miles and miles of forest greens. There is the Central Cebu National Park which is 15,393 hectares wide clustered with all the wilds you would find adorable and soothing. The Sudian National Park is 696 hectares, not so wide but it is lovely with its greens covering it.

Cebu has world-class beach resorts that offers exciting experiences for guests. A look around Cebu proves your travel very meaningful by visiting the Cawasan Falls and the Bolok-Bolok Mineral Springs. Not to mentions all the other majestic views you could see around Cebu which makes a day not enough to see all that you want to see around.

Cebu is a very historical place. This is the place where Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer and his men landed in 1521. Here, Magellan planted a giant cross which was named, Magellan”s Cross. It was planted on the very spot where the first Filipinos were baptized. But although Magellan was able to colonize the Filipinos, more Filipinos resisted Spanish attempts of colonization, one of them was Lapu-Lapu who became the first Filipino hero. He has a bronze statue standing in Cebu today which is one of the beautiful spots that Cebu could be proud of. Aside from these spots, one could also visit the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino which houses the oldest religious relic in the country.

Cebu offers many sports and recreation for guests who wish to have a more meaningful and exciting experience, such as golf, tennis, cock fighting, water sports like scuba diving, wind surfing, sailing, boating, swimming, snorkeling, water skiing, jet skiing, shopping, good food and entertainment.

There are lots of good restaurants to choose from and enjoy good food, beaches to enjoy the cool and clear waters and hotels which are comfortable yet affordable.

For guests who want to add more spice to their travel, they could go to the island of Mactan, Moalboal and Camotes islands, to enjoy a good dive. The calm and clear waters of Argao, Badian and Malapascua offers an ideal place for kayaking.

Cebu is a place to visit. It is a majestic place with lots of excitement and fun to offer the guests. Be one of them and experience the joy and fun of living.

Travel destinations: The Philippines – Part 12

Known as the Pearl of the Orient Seas, Philippines is worth discovering. Beautiful islands, amazing beaches, wonderful sights and hospitable people to top it all. A surprising get-away you’ll ever had.

Philippines is situated in Southeast Asia. A strategic location within the region. With more than 1,700 islands to be proud of. A country rich in natural resources abounding everywhere. Once colonized by Spaniards about 300 years ago. Relics of their occupancy were still found everywhere. From old churches to old houses and even customs are being practiced in the Philippines. After Spaniards settlement, the country was also conquered by Americans for 40 years and lastly by Japanese for 4-5 years. A diverse culture was created.

Scenic views are far and wide. Rice Terraces is one of the eight wonders of the world found in the Philippines that seemed to reach heavens. This is a man-made rice fields primarily hands were utilized to built this fascinating structure. Mayon Volcano is famous for its perfect cone shape. Beautifully located to amaze every visitor. Baguio City, the summer capital of the country near Rice Terraces. A destination not only by the natives but foreigners as well. Aside from these breathtaking sights, Philippines has also become the best destination where you will not only enjoy your stay but fell in love with its great people that everyone speaks good English. So what are you waiting for come to where your heart is, Philippines.