The Philippines is a major tourist destination, as many people love heading here for vacations, honeymoons and for business too. Although there are many reasons why the Philippines is strategically located at the farthest end of the continent, and has numerous islands that make up the country. This country is blessed with many other natural features that do attract many people from the globe, the same as within. Here are a few reasons why this is the ultimate tourist destination. 1. White sandy beaches Philippines is blessed with sandy beaches from all angles. Made up of more than 7000 islands, you have a wider variety of beaches to choose from. The beaches are widespread and big enough to accommodate many people, thus overcrowding is rarely experienced unless there is a major event on one beach. The good thing about these sandy beaches in Philippines is that, you get to sun bathe all year round. Although many countries experience for weather seasons, the Philippines weather is warm almost all year round, meaning you can choose to head here any time of the year. The waters in these beaches are clean, very clear and ample for swimmers. You can enjoy wind and […]
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Do-It-Yourself Tour to El Nido and Puerto Princesa, Palawan Philippines
DIY Itineraries/Philippines/Travel StoriesOn Sept 22, 2012, I left manila for Puerto Princesa at 6:55am via Airphilexpress. It costs 1400PHP for 2 persons RT(Promo). We arrived at Puerto Princesa airport before 8am then, Eulen Van picked us there then headed to the terminal to pick up the other passengers. The fare from the airport to El Nido costs 600PHP per person. The road from Taytay to El Nido is really bumpy! But then, the views are splendid! Travel Time is approximately 5 to 6 hours with 2 stop over. We arrived at Stunning Vistas before 4pm. I booked for 2 nights there 🙂 cost us 2600 for 2 people. Fascinating views, since it is beachfront. We took the private tour, cost us 2500 each for A and C tour – Island Hopping. Tour A consists Small Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commando Beach. While Tour B consists of Snake Island, Cudugnon Cave, Cathedral Cave, Pinagbuyutan Island Fabulous, Wonderful, Fantastic. I can’t find the perfect word to describe how happy I was seeing those enchanting beaches… White sand, clear/blue water, and the mountains… All green… the sky is so blue. There are many tourists we encountered. From 6am to 2pm, they […]