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Tinglayan sets pace on becoming Kalinga’s eco-cultural destination

TABUK CITY — Taking a step higher in making the town the eco-cultural destination in the province, the local government unit of Tinglayan is endeavoring that all infrastructures in the municipality should be patterned on eco-technique designs representing the culture of the place.

Tinglayan Tourism Officer Designate Noel Macaiba informed that this scheme is designed to meet the vision of turning the municipality into an eco-tourism destination, where the culture and tradition of the people are preserved and reflected in all development plans of the LGU.

Macaiba said that to ensure the enforcement of this plan, the LGU came up with a Local Tourism Code regulating all development activities to gear towards the enhancement of the tourism industry. (more…)

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New Resort Project in the Island Garden City of Samal links up with community

by Prix D Banzon

island garden city of samal

Davao City – The developer of a high-end resort residence project in a beach resort setting in barangay San Isidro of the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS) is also working with the local folks on environment protection program and livelihood program for the women. (more…)

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Palawan is now listed as a high-end adventure travel destination

palawan backpackers destinationPalawan has recently landed as one of the destination offerings of Mountain Travel Sobek and Wilderness Travel, two leading international tour operators that cater to discriminating, high-end adventure seekers. Kayaking and snorkeling in the Calamian Archipelago and equally stunning vistas in neighboring islands now stand alongside African safaris, Mt. Everest treks and other highly specialized tours to exotic destinations.
“The islands of Palawan have always been a favorite among diving enthusiasts and those looking for the perfect island getaway. Being on the list of these tour operators means that the industry can meet the expectations of more discerning travelers. We have what it takes to be in the map of top quality adventure destinations,” said Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano in a statement. (more…)

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Sorsogon City, Bicol’s richest newly-created city

by Bennie A. Recebido

sorsogon city mapSorsogon City is now considered the richest city compared to the other-newly created cities in the Bicol region as confirmed by Florencio C. Diño II, Provincial Assessor, in his weekly report forwarded to the office of the Governor.

According to Diño, the component city of Sorsogon ranks the richest with an average annual income of Php 170.9M, only 3M diminutive of the annual income of Iriga City. Next to Sorsogon City is the city of Masbate with Php 127.7M followed by Ligao City with Php 126.2M and Tabaco City with Php 124.2M respectively. (more…)

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Trekking the Mystical Mt. Banahaw

By: Carina EA. Javier 

Sta Lucia river and falls

When Winston Baltazar, aka JB Nalang first told me that trekking to the Sta. Lucia river and falls at Mt. Banahaw entails going up and down 259 steps…read 259, I felt like backing out of the trip. I’m just not sure I could handle it, but something akin to a magical force nagged at me. I just have to experience this even for just once in my life. (more…)

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Enchanting, Enthralling Kinabuhayan Cafe

By: Carrie A. Javier

kinabuhayan cafe treehouseIt’s not often that I find a place that speaks to my heart and soul. As a travel writer for a little more than two decades, I have been to and experienced several destinations here in the country, but I must admit that Kinabuhayan Cafe takes away the cake when it comes to “extraordinary” hideaways.

For one, Kinabuhayan Cafe Bed and Breakfast is more than your typical restaurant cum hostel. “It is a sanctuary that reflects the mystical beauty and natural powers of Mt. Banahaw. Designed by well-known production designer Jay Herrera, Kinabuhayan Cafe has two-story open-air huts and tree-dwellings offering a view of indigenous flora and natural flowing landscapes.” (more…)

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