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Koh Lanta Survivor Series in France attracted French Tourists to visit the Philippines

The Philippines is the no. 1 Asia Pacific destination in terms of sold airline tickets by all airlines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) office here reported. RP recorded a 60% growth rate in terms of tickets issued by all airlines in almost all French travel agencies from January to February 2009, compared with figures in 2008.

Tourism Secretary Ace Durano said, “Our aggressive marketing campaign in several major travel trade fairs in Europe has allowed us to strengthen our established links with the French market.”

Caramoan Peninsula
Caramoan featured in Koh Lanta French Survivor Series

He added, “The Philippine Department of Tourism has continued to enhance our campaign for high-spending French travelers, promoting the country’s nature, adventure and culture.”

According to the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP), figures representing the number of tickets issued by all airlines in 4,000 travel agencies in France, the Philippines is the strongest in terms of progression for Asian destinations for the January-February 2009 period.

Durano attributed the growth in ticket bookings to the country’s myriad of adventures and travel options. “The country offers diving and other exciting activities from all kinds water sports to exhilarating expeditions such as hiking, trekking, spelunking, to name a few. We also have bird-watching, which is fast gaining acclaim from eco-travelers.”

The Tourism First Quarter Report showed that Camarines Sur and Palawan were the leading major destinations in terms of growth rate, at 43.23% and 93.29%, respectively.

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  1. Caramoan/cam Sur Tour Packages 2009
    Kadlagan Outdoor Shop & Services
    The One of the 1st Tour guiding Services in Caramoan since 1989
    So much happened at Caramoan peninsula after the French Survivor reality series which was held at the said place last summer 2008..The hidden beautiful place which was hidden and only for backpackers destinations for a long time ago becomes now so popular to the world. The young, energetic,dynamic Hon.Gov. L-Ray Villafuerte developed Caramoan as prime Eco Tourism destination in Camarines Sur. He established world class resort in Gota which is now attracting a lot of tourist all over the world. He revolutionalized the Tourism by making Cam Sur as the number 1 tourist destination in Bikol. CWC(Camarines Sur Wakeboarding Center) as the number 1, Caramoan as the 2nd place and 3rd is the Donsol Whale Shark interaction as the 3rd place (according to Deparetment of Tourism data of influx of domestic and foreign tourist in the Bikol region. Anywhy,Caramoan peninsula still retained its adventure,backpacking and outdoor appeal because of the environmental
    efforts of the Governor L-Ray Villafuerte to regulate, preserve and conserve the natural beauty of the place. It did not turn into Boracay type atmosphere which more of the conservationis and environmentalists concerns…Caramoan peninsula is still hidden, far and still unexplored and mysterious as it used to be.
    Chronology of tourism in caramoan:
    Before-So litle was known about Caramoan.It just a simple town in Camarines Sur.People are involved in trading/fishing/farming.The town was still influence with left leaning group.
    1982-Fr.Felix Barela was assigned in Caramoan and he
    the statue of Blessed Virgin Mary of peace which is situated at the top of Mt.Caglago,tabgon,Caramoan.It started as a pigrimage tour to caramoan of priests,nuns and believers who visited the shrine.After their religious tour to the grotto, Father Felix Barela sidetrip the guests to the beautiful islands.The blessed statue started the tourism in Caramoan.
    1983-1998-local Mountaineers(us as a part of it),backpackers,campers and outdoor enthusiasts came in caramoan to explore,discover, hike and camp at the best islands,beaches, caves and mountains.
    1983-2004-Former Governor and now Hon congressman of 2ND District of Camarines Sur-Luis R.Villafuerte promoted the caramoan extensively by promotional ads,in trade fair,magazines, photo contests,etc.to the world.
    2004-Present-The Present,energetic,young and good looking,flamboyant,workaholic,industrious> Hon.Governor L-Ray Villafuerte who made Cam.Sur well known to the world by creating the 1ST WORLD CLASS Wake Boarding Center CWC) in the Philippines,also developed the gota beach into a world class resort.He aggressively promoted Caramoan to
    the world through magazines,newspapers,etc., hosting
    of different events & activities such as the French Survivor,Israel survivor series.Caramoan is now attracting a lot of tourist from all over the world and made Camarines Sur as the number one(1) tourist attraction in Bikol because of Him.

    TWO(2) DAYS/1 NIGHT TOUR PACKAGE
    Here is the Package tours itenerary for two(2) days:
    Package A
    P5,500 each for a group of 4-5 persons inclusions of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

    Package B
    P5,000 each for a group 6-10 of persons inclusions of of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

    Package C
    P2,700 each persons for a group of 11-20 persons inclusions of…
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

    ITENERARY
    Day 1
    6:30 A.M.-Departure Naga City to Sabang Port
    8:30 A.M.-Arrival Sabang Port
    8:30-9:00A.M.-Rest
    9:00 A.M.-Departure Sabang Port to Quijalo port of Caramoan
    11:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
    11:10 A.m.-Departure Quijalo to Caramoan Town
    11:40 A.M.-Arrival Caramoan town Rex inn Hotel check in
    12:00 P.M.-lUNCH
    12:30 p.M.-rEST
    1:00 P.M.-Departure REX INN to Bikal Bay or Paniman Bay
    1:30 P.M.-Arrival Bikal Bay/Paniman Bay
    1:40 P.M.-iSLAND Hopping (matukad island)(sabitang laya island)lahus island
    5:30 p.M.-Back to Bikal bay/Paniman Bay
    7:00 P.M.-Back to rEX iNN HOTEL
    7:30 p.m.-Dinner
    8:30 P.M.-Rest

    Day 2
    6:00 A.M.-Wake up call
    6:30 A.M.-Breakfast
    8:30 A.M.-Departure Rex Inn to Quijalo port
    9:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
    9:10 A.M.-Departure Quijalo port to Sabang port
    11:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
    11:30 p.m.-Departure Sabang port to Naga City
    2:00 P.M.-Arrival Naga City
    A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.
    Home sweet home

    THREE(3) DAYS/2 NIGTHS CARAMOAN TOUR
    Package A
    3 days package of P5,500 for each for a group of 4- 5 persons inclusions of ….
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(room with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
    * A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

    Package B
    3 days package of P5,300 for each for a group of 6 persons inclusions of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
    * A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

    Package C
    3 days package of P4,900 for each for a group of 7 persons inclusions of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
    *A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

    Package D
    P4,300 each for a group of 8-10 persons inclusions of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
    * A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

    Package E
    P4,000 each for a group of 11-20 persons inclusions of …
    *round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
    *round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
    *hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
    *island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
    *6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
    *vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
    *trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
    *A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

    ITENERARY
    Day 1
    6:30 A.M.-Departure Naga City to Sabang Port
    8:30 A.M.-Arrival Sabang Port
    8:30-9:00A.M.-Rest
    9:00 A.M.-Departure Sabang Port to Quijalo port of Caramoan
    11:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
    11:10 A.m.-Departure Quijalo to Caramoan Town
    11:40 A.M.-Arrival Caramoan town Rex inn Hotel check inn
    12:00 P.M.-LUNCH
    12:30 p.M.-REST
    1:00 P.M.-Departure REX INN to Bikal bay/Paniman Bay
    1:30 P.M.-Arrival Bikal Bay
    1:40 P.M.-iSLAND Hopping(matukad island, lahus island,honogan bay,umang cave)
    5:30 p.M.-Back to bikal bay/paniman bay
    7:00 P.M.-Back to REX iNN HOTEL
    7:30 p.m.-Dinner
    8:30 P.M.-Rest

    Day 2
    5:00 A.M.-Wake up call
    5:30 A.M.-Breakfast
    6:00 A.M.-Departure bikal to Bikal Bay/paniman bay
    6:30 A.M.-Arrival bikal Bay/paniman
    7:00 A.M.-Departure by boat from Bikal bay to Tabgon
    Visit the Our lady of Peace statue situated
    at the top of Mt. Caglago which can be
    reached by climbing a hundred stairs but the
    the view is simply amazing of panoramic caramoan Penisula.
    8:00 A.M.-Arrival Tabgon port
    8:10 A.M.-Start climbing to Mt. Caglago
    8:30 A.M.-At the top-rest/pray
    9:30 A.M.-Start descent
    10:00 Departure Brgy. Tabgon to manlawi or gogon(a mile of sand bar which is breathtaking during low tide)
    11:30 Arrival manlawi island or gogon(same name)
    12:00 Lunch (meal 4)
    12:30 Swim, snorkel, explore the sea, etc.
    15:30 Departure manlawi island or gogon Island to basud island
    16:00 arrival basud
    16:30 Swim, snorkel, explore the sea, etc.
    17:00 Departure Basud island to Paniman Bay or bikal bay
    18:00 Arrival Bikal Bay
    18:20 Departure Bikal Bay or paniman bay to Rex Inn
    19:00 Arrival Rex Inn
    19;30 Dinner (meal 5)
    20:30 Rest
    DAY 3
    6:00 A.M.-Wake up call
    6:30 A.M.-Breakfast
    8:30 A.M.-Departure Rex Inn to Quijalo port
    9:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
    9:10 A.M.-Departure Quijalo port to Sabang port
    11:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
    10:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
    10:30 p.m -Departure Sabang port to Naga City –
    A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in Naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.
    12:00 p.m.-Lunch in Pili(biggs)(own expense)
    1:00 p.m.-Departure Pili to Hotsprings at Mt. Isarog
    2:00 p.m.-Arrival Hotsprings
    4:00 p.m.-Departure Hotsprings to Naga City
    5:00 p.m.Naga Cty for Souvenirs
    6:00 p.m end of the tour

    Note: Caving at the culapnit cave can be changed at the morning itenerary for the 3rd day ,If requested.
    Home sweet home
    MENU:
    Lunch-bikol express,grilled malasugi(blue marlin)or sweet n sour malasugi, adobo and fruit.
    Dinner-Crab or hipon or grilled na pusit or calamaris, laing,porkchop and fruit.
    Breakfast-egg, daing, longganisa or tucino, coffee,milk and fruit but can be interchanged because of the availability of the food or recipe in the area.
    NOTE:The itenerary is flexible depending on the weather and traffic conditions, capacity or speed of movements of
    tourists or participants

    Land line 4723305 cellphone 09283807493
    RESERVATION AND BOOKING
    For reservation, you may deposit the 50% of package cost at the bank account below and the remaining 50% upon arrival in Naga City
    · Bank: Metrobank Account name : Account number: (Please request at my cp # or email add)
    For your question, you may send an e mail to kadlagan@yahoo.com or call or text me at the cell phone number below.

    JOJO Villareal
    Land line 4723305 cellphone 09283807493
    Kadlagan Outdoor Shop,tour and Services
    16 Dimasalang St., Naga City
    4400 Philippines

  2. Marco says:

    great destination!

  3. christopher says:

    nais ko po malaman kong gona kaloyo ang tobgon galing naga city

  4. christopher says:

    nais kopo makita ang logar o mapa ng barangay tabgon

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