The summer season is just around the corner. And it is the time of the year wherein people would simply want to enjoy going on beautiful beaches and feel the summer heat in their skin. Indeed, there is no question that Philippines is known for its numerous beaches. However, some of these beaches are already overpopulated by tourists or even polluted and abused. Nonetheless, people should not be disheartened as there are still different beaches that are yet to be discovered here in the Philippines. One of the spots people should never miss this summer is the Puerto Galera Beach Resorts.
Puerto Galera—Photo courtesy of gniv on Flickr
Basically, the municipality of Puerto Galera is a tourist destination by its own. This is true as Puerto Galera is considered as one of the recognized early Spanish occupied settlement. Having said so, people could expect numerous Spanish remnants and artifacts which is part of Philippine history such as buildings, furniture and the like. Nonetheless, if historical tours are not of your taste, people are given the opportunity to enjoy and explore the wonderful Puerto Galera Beach Resorts instead. Indeed, Puerto Galera Beach Resorts are known attraction that tourists should visit the moment they would visit the area. Puerto Galera is blessed with great beaches as this locality is being surrounded by a vast body of water. (more…)
Posted on 23 April '12 by Joanna, under Uncategorized. No Comments.
It is said that Filipinos have their own unique way of celebrating Christmas.
As early as November, it can be observed that every Filipino home is filled with Christmas decorations. Filipino families will start putting up their Christmas tree in the living room together with other ornaments. Nonetheless, every Filipino home will never be complete without the traditional “parol”.
Giant parol—Photo courtesy of agirlintheworld on Flickr
Basically, Parol is a Christmas decoration shaped like a star. The parol represents the star that said to be shining brightly during the birth of Jesus. Traditionally, parol is made from thin flexible bamboo. These bamboo sticks will then be tied together in order to form a star. After doing so, it will then be covered with colored paper to make it more attractive. Because of its religious implications as well as the innate religiousness of Filipinos, parol became a permanent part of Filipino Christmas celebration. (more…)
Posted on 23 April '12 by Joanna, under Feature. No Comments.
Tired of the usual dinner dates that you have with your loved ones? Do you want to try something new and romantic this year for your anniversary celebration? Then why not try Firefly Watching in Puerto Princesa.
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Indeed, it can be truly romantic to be surrounded by fireflies amidst the dark night. The numerous flicking lights coming from the fireflies can create a magical atmosphere that will simply win over the heart of any body. Going on Firefly Watching in Puerto Princesa would truly entail much effort especially if you are not a local of the area. Tourists would need to travel great distance in order to reach the firefly sanctuary itself. However, all the efforts and hard work are all worth it once you are able to witness fireflies. (more…)
Posted on 15 April '12 by Joanna, under Feature. No Comments.
Throughout the years, Philippines have been known to be a rich source of delicious delicacies and dishes. With this, Filipinos have developed adventurous taste buds. This paved way to the discovery of various unique dishes that are simply seen here in the Philippines. One of the popular unique delicacies that people can enjoy in the Philippines is the local favorite called tamilok. As what is commonly described by the people who have seen it, tamilok is a grayish, slimy and long worm – looking creature that can be found living in mangrove trees. Because it is found in mangroves, tamilok is abundant in Palawan region. People would commonly flinch at the sight of tamilok delicacy in Palawan because it would appear as a worm. However, Tamilok is not a worm but a mollusk.
Tamilok dish—Photo courtesy of foodtrippings.com
Though it cannot be denied that it can be disgusting to look at but its taste has been hailed as simply exceptional. The locals of Palawan would consider tamilok as a delicious delicacy. With this, tourists who visit Palawan are encouraged to have a taste of tamilok delicacy. Indeed, the experience of being able to have a taste of tamilok delicacy in Palawan is truly one of a kind and memorable. (more…)
Posted on 15 April '12 by Joanna, under Food. No Comments.
Nowadays, people are in search of new adventures. Going on adventures can be a form of entertainment. On the other hand, there are people who would simply consider going on adventures as an effective relaxation activity. One popular adventure trip being preferred by many is climbing known mountains. Indeed, there are various mountains that are viewed as great climbing sites for tourists. However, people need to go not that far as Philippines can offer a wide selection of breath taking mountains that offer excellent sceneries and an experience like no other. When planning to go on mountain climbing in the Philippines, Mt. Hamiguitan Davao Oriental should be on top of your list.
Mt. Hamiguitan forest—Photo courtesy of ideley on Flickr
Mt. Hamiguitan Davao Oriental is a known mountain range that boasts a total height of 5,345 feet above sea level. Nonetheless, aside from its structure, people will be left at awe with the existing “pygmy forest” that is to be seen in the region of Mt. Hamiguitan Davao Oriental. With these features, Mt. Hamiguitan is being ranked together with other UNESCO heritage sites found in the Philippines such as Tubbataha Reef Marine Park and Puerto Princesa Subterranean River Natural Park in Palawan. (more…)
Posted on 15 April '12 by Joanna, under Feature. No Comments.
