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The Science behind Chocolate Hills in Bohol

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

The Chocolate Hills in Bohol is one geologic phenomena most people know little of. Here’s one of the more accepted scientific explanation about it as printed in a bronze plaque at the top of the Chocolate Hills Complex View Deck.

Loboc River Cruise in Bohol

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

One of the must-see places if you’re going on a vacation to Bohol is the Loboc river. The famous Loboc River Cruise takes tourists to a lunch buffet while cruising into the Loboc river on a floating raft pushed by a motorboat (banca).

Amorita Resort, Panglao Island

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

The Amorita Resort in Panglao Island, Bohol is one of the newest resorts in the island that caters to the high-end tourists. Amorita combines the comforts and service of a 5-star hotel and the beautiful scenery of a beach-front vacation spot. Just be prepared to fork out Php8,500 per night on one of their queen-sized [...]

Unexpected, Early Summer Vacation: Going to Bohol

Saturday, January 12th, 2008

Raine (my son) and I don’t often go on a real vacation. Well, except for a quick trip to Manila and Los Baños to re-connect with friends.
I have included in my healthy new year’s resolution traveling out of town (if not out of the country!)  at least once a year.  My son and I need [...]

Blue, Green and Fish! Balicasag and Alona Beach in Bohol

Wednesday, March 28th, 2007

When I went there, it was not the perfect season for vacation people but there are a lot of people that went to the 10th largest island in this side of the planet: Bohol.
It was Day 2 of our Bohol vacation and my team mates are preparing for the day with the sea.
Dol-FIN watching
So [...]

Marine Sanctuary

Sunday, December 3rd, 2006

Panglao Island’s Marine Sanctuary is certainly a paradise for those who enjoy snorkeling. The coral reefs around the area are being preserved and being taken care of DENR. In addition, fishing has been prohibited in this area.
Before you could enjoy snorkeling there, one would take a boat ride going to the Marine Sanctuary’s floating [...]

Panglao Island Nature Resort

Tuesday, July 4th, 2006

Panglao Island Nature Resort in Bohol is a perfect getaway place to escape the hustle and bustle of the urban jungle. It is located in Dauis, one of the two municipalities that politically divides the island of Bohol.
There are two things that make this resort special among the many resorts located in the island [...]

5 Things To Do in the Island of Bohol

Tuesday, June 27th, 2006

Relax, unwind and commune with nature at the Panglao Island Nature Resort.