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Traversing Puerto Princesa’s wonders

Apr 9th, 2008
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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By Alex Villanueva, Jr.

This paradise called Puerto Princesa, may have been declared by the national government as a Highly Urbanized City (HUC) recently, but its local leaders are bent on keeping it in the state closest to how God originally willed it to be – endowed with unadulterated natural wonders.

Blessed with the beauty and opulence of nature, its stunning islets, vast forests which are filled with various species of wild life, its pristine white-sand beaches, and fresh and clean turquoise waters teeming with different kinds of marine life, are no doubt, His gifts to mankind.

Puerto Princesa is also recognized as one of the greenest and cleanest cities in the country and shall stay the way it is, says Mayor Edward Hagedorn.

No doubt, tourism is one of its thriving – in fact, its major – industries due mainly to its natural beauty, diverse attractions, center of trade and a well disciplined denizens.

One of its magnificent wonders is the Subterranean River and National Park. It is popularly known as The Underground River, located in Barangay Bahile, some 81 kilometers southwest of here. (more…)

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Palawan and Cebu Resorts Land in ASEAN Inaugural List of Green Hotels

Mar 31st, 2008
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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Two luxury resorts in the Philippines – the El Nido Resorts in Lagen and Miniloc islands, and the Shangri-La Island Resort Mactan – are among the 81 properties in the ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) region to receive the Green Hotel recognition given by the ASEAN member countries at its recent forum in Bangkok, Thailand.

According Tourism Secretary Ace Durano, “The recognition earned by these hotels should serve to encourage other tourism facilities and establishments to think of the environmental impact of their daily activities and find ways to protect the immediate community to which they belong.”

The tourism chief added that undertaking ecologically-sound activities will further help hotels and resorts save thousands of dollars in operational costs monthly.

The ASEAN defines a “green hotel” as one that “is environmentally- friendly and adopts energy conservation measures.”

The Green Hotel recognition is given to lodges and other accommodations that meet the ASEAN’s 11-point standard. The criteria covers having an environmental policy and actions for hotel operation, use of green products, collaboration with the community and local organizations, human resource development geared towards environmental management, solid waste management, energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor and outdoor air quality management, noise pollution control, waste water treatment and management, toxic and chemical substance disposal and management. (more…)

Puerto Princesa aiming to become “Sports Tourism Capital of the Philippines”

Mar 31st, 2008
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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City Mayor Edward Hagedorn of Puerto Princesa in Palawan said the city will soon become the country’s “Sports Tourism Capital” as efforts are well underway in making the pristine city a haven for local and foreign outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Hagedorn said that while Puerto Princesa has long been one of the favorite tourist destinations of the country because of its scenic spots, the city government had, in the past years, undertaken efforts to woo another class of tourists – avid outdoor sports enthusiasts.

He said that “besides having exotic islands, water falls, hot springs and the longest navigable underground river system in the world, Puerto Princesa also boasts of having an international dive site along its coast and pristine mountain ranges suitable for hiking, biking and mountain climbing.”

The city government is also bent on making the city a viable venue for local and international sports events as it hosts this year’s Palarong Pambansa.

“We hope that Puerto Princesa’s potentials as an international sporting venue, both local and international, would be showcased when the national games start next month,” Hagedorn said, stressing the enormous efforts undertaken by local officials in preparation for the sport spectacle. (more…)

Palawan Underground River visitors up by 37% in 2007

Jan 26th, 2008
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palawan underground riverTourist arrivals at the St. Paul Subterranean River National Park (SSRNP), more famously known as “Underground River,” has continued to rise, with 63,271 visitors recorded in 2007.

James Albert Mendoza, park manager, said the tourist arrivals in the Underground River increased by 17,003 or 36.75 percent compared to 46,268 visitors in 2006. Mendoza said of the figure, 46,185 or 77.74 percent were locals and 14,086 or 22.26 percent were foreigners.

He cited that from 18,233 in 2002, a year after the infamous 2001 Abu Sayyaf kidnapping incident in Dos Palmas Resort, the influx of tourists has continued.

The national park, located in Sitio Sabang of Barangay Cabayugan, some 81 kilometers from the city proper, was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Environment, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). (more…)

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Tubbataha Reef nominated in new 7 Wonders of the World

Jan 22nd, 2008
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tubbataha reefThe 96,000- hectare Tubbataha Reef, Asia’s best marine park, has been nominated as one of the seven new Wonders of the World.

Tubbataha, a reef ecosystem in the middle of the Sulu Sea, along with around a hundred other natural attractions across the continents have been selected and officially recognized last July 2007.

Alex Marcaida, an environmental advocate here, urged Filipinos to vote and give chances for Tubbaataha to make it to the top 21 finalist in the prestigious search for new world wonders.

He said Tubbataha’s “underwater world of wonders” is one of best few places on earth and it’s worth voting for.

Seven nominees like Chichen Itza of Mexico, Christ Redeemer of Brazil, Colosseum of Italy, Taj Mahal of India, Great Wall of China, Petra of Jordan and Machu Picchue of Peru already garnered one million votes to represent global heritage throughout history. (more…)

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

Dec 2nd, 2007
by Philippine Travel Blog.
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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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