Philippine Tourist Spots and more
History, nature and culture come together in Jordan. Hidden within the country’s haunting desertscape is an ideal topography for some adrenaline-pumping action. Beyond the archaeological sites is an oasis for adventure seekers. With its psychedelic sandstone formations, the granite valley of Wadi Rum provides some of the best terrains for rock-climbing. Both experts and amateurs [...]
Don’t be fooled by the whimsical fairy-tale image that Norway conjures. Recently voted by National Geographic Adventure Magazine as one of the world’s best adventure travel destinations, Norway promises a world of chaleenges for extreme sports junkies. Its proximity to the Arctic alone is its biggest draw – come face to face with giant icebergs [...]
Bohol is the 10th largest island in the Philippines, nestled securely at the heart of the Visayas, between southeast of Cebu and southwest of Leyte. The province is gaining prestige as a prime eco-cultural tourist destination in the region. It has an abundance of pristine white sand beaches and azure blue waters. Coral reefs teem [...]
Plantation Bay Resort is 30 minutes from downtown Cebu. A 3.5-hectare man-made salt-water lagoon plus 2 giant waterslides and a waterfall built around tropical gardens are ideal for rest or fun. There is also a large freshwater swimming pool with 8 built-in whirlpools. Things to Do: Gym and Game Room A small but top-end-equipped gym [...]
Cebu is the oldest city of the Philippines. Exploring Cebu City , one encounters a rich historic past. Cebuanos are extremely proud of their cultural and historical heritage, a legacy which has endured through the centuries from the time the great explorer Ferdinand Magellan first planted the cross on Cebu ‘s shore. Standing as the [...]
Baguio City,also called the “City of Pines”, is home to many tourist spots and is a weekend getaway of those living in Metro Manila. It is also known as the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” because of its cool climate, fresh, green and peaceful environment. This makes it a favorite tourist destination especially for those [...]
The City of Vigan is a 5th class city and the capital of Ilocos Sur. It is a World Heritage Site in that it is the most intact example of a Spanish colonial town in Asia, and is well-known for its cobblestone streets and a unique architecture that fuses Asian building design and construction with [...]
“Laoag” (Ilocano for “the place of light or clarity”), is an old, flourishing settlement known to Chinese and Japanese traders when the Spanish conquistador Juan de Salcedo arrived at the northern banks of Padsan River in 1572. Augustinian missionaries established the Roman Catholic Church in the area in 1580 and designated Saint William, the Hermit [...]
The second most populous city in the state and the sixth most populous city in Queensland, Australia. Gold Coast City is renowned for its sunny subtropical climate, popular surfing beaches, expansive waterway and canal systems, a skyline dominated by high-rise apartment buildings, active nightlife and wide variety of tourist attractions. Major tourist attractions include internationally [...]
Munich is the third largest city in Germany. The city’s motto is “München mag dich” (“Munich likes you”). Its native name, München, is derived from the Old German word for Mönche, which means “Monks” in English. This is the reason for the monk on the city’s coat-of-arms. Black and gold – the colours of the [...]
