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The Cacao Pearl Resort in Palawan : World’s first non-profit luxury Eco-Resort

The Cacao Pearl, Palawan: the world’s first non-profit and luxury eco-resort community to commit 100 per cent of operating profits to environmental protection and social improvements will be built on a 124 acre private island in the Calamianes archipelago, at the northernmost tip of the Palawan Biosphere Reserve in the Philippines.

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The Beauty of Palawan Philippines

The Cacao Pearl will occupy an entire private island, with 124 acres of lush rainforest and towering coconut trees fringed with over a mile of pristine beaches, according to its operator, Cacao Resorts. This new approach to resort-communities is nestled within the eco-tourism destination of Palawan – Philippines, a stunning eco preservation area within sailing distance of two UNESCO World heritage sites & four marine reserves. The Cacao Pearl is an eco-chic low-density boutique resort concept promising sustainable development and sustainable enjoyment — designer homes with zero carbon cost, 5 stars service, an infinity pool, wreck & reef diving, a secluded destination spa, organic gardens & bar, restaurant, private media rooms and enough delicious design details to delight the most discerning guest. (more…)

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One lucky person will win six SEAIR gift-certificates to Busuanga!

win free airtickets to coron palawanWe are giving away not one, not two, but Six SEAIR gift certificates to Busuanga to one lucky person!

This is the biggest give-away of Lakbay Pilipinas – Philippine Travel Blog and the SEAIR Adventure Club ever! You and five friends can fly to Busuanga with six SEAIR airfare gift certificates up for grabs!

SEAIR has been providing the longest-running uninterrupted service to Busuanga, and now provides the fastest flights with its Dornier 328 aircraft.

So how do you join? All you have to do is tell us why you want to go to Busuanga via SEAIR, by Friday, 20 June 2008, at 8:00 p.m. You can use your personal blog, Multiply, Friendster, or any other social networking site, or any website for that matter for as long as your entry has a link to the SEAIR website. The entry which best captures the attention of our judges will get the 6 gift certificates!

To let us know you joined this contest, post the link or your entry as a comment in SEAIR starts 35-minute flights to Northern Palawan http://www.flyseair.com/seair-starts-35-minute-flights-to-northern-palawan/. Like the previous raffle, make sure you place your full name in the name field since you will need a valid ID to claim the tickets if you win.

The winner will be drawn at random and will be notified by e-mail so make sure you double check your e-mail address before submitting your comment. Tickets will be valid from now until 15 October 2008. Good luck!

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Traversing Palawan’s untainted shores

palawan paradiseby Aaron Joel Santos

I’m in the Philippines, sitting at a six-person dining room table made of bamboo. It’s the kind of table found all across Southeast Asia, but this one is special. This one is unconvincingly strapped to the top of an old bus speeding down an unpaved highway on the island of Palawan.

Apparently, this is how one gets around, dodging wayward branches and low-hanging power lines.

Thirty minutes ago I was stranded with two friends at an intersection in the middle of nowhere. In a town somewhat humorously named Salvacion. Now we’re watching storm clouds creep across the horizon as the road unfurls before us like a roll of film over the undulating landscape.

The Philippines is a staggeringly beautiful country, still largely untouched and unrefined. And Palawan is considered its last frontier. (more…)

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Kayak Calamian Archipelago During Special Group Trip To Philippines With Expert Guide, Joe Toback

Palawan paradise islandsExperience undisturbed tropical wilderness, secluded sandy coves and unique limestone formations in the Calamian Archipelago with California-based Mountain Travel Sobek’s 11-day Kayaking the Calamian Archipelago package, avalible for only two departure dates: April 6 and April 20, 2008.

Starting at $3,745 per person (for a group of eight to ten), based on double occupancy, travelers will receive six nights of camping and four nights of resort accommodations; seven days moderate sea kayaking (some previous experience recommended), snorkeling, swimming, easy hiking and touring, as well as all meals. (more…)

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Conde Nast Traveler voted Palawan as the Best Beach in Asia

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Conde Nast Traveler, the largest circulated and most popular travel magazine in the United States voted Palawan as a tourist destination with the Best Beaches Overall in Asia in its October 2007 issue. Palawan has been cited for its outstanding attractions like Tubbataha Reef Marine Park and St. Paul Subterranean River National Park, both listed under the UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. (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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