Dive Solana, Mabini, Batangas

"Dive Solana is a premier resort located in Anilao in southern Luzon. This splendid dive-dedicated resort offers scuba classes and underwater photography. Anilao Peninsula is surrounded by the Batangas Bay and the Balayan Bay, both famous their fabulous reefs and vast schools of colorful fish.

There are fourteen cottages that have private bathrooms, air- conditioning, balconies with beautiful sunset views, and are just steps away from the crystal clear water.

So in Solana, the food covers are from Sulu. The bedspreads were embroidered in Paranaque. the pillow cases from Taal, the soap essences from Tagaytay, the cushion covers are by the T’boli, the baskets by the Mangyans. The chocolate and the coffee come from the hills around us. Even the massage therapists are actually masters of the Filipino art of hilot!

More importantly, I had the honor and pleasure to interact with traditional craftsmen at work. I saw them thatching the roof. I saw them carving the columns. The result of their labors give the resort such an integral organic look because the skills used in creation arose from the land. The cogon roof and bamboo beams of our diving pavilion are so wonderful to look at that one almost forgets to get into one’s gear.
Of course, not everything is traditional. The chairs are plastic because they have to be left outdoors. But they are so cleverly made that they resemble their rattan models. And like their rattan counterparts they were also produced by hand using age-old methods.

The pottery is designed by foreigners, using imported methods as we do not have a tradition of high-fired glazed ceramics in the Philippines.

Dive Solana is a family-friendly resort, and there is plenty of space to run around and play. Swimming lessons, snorkeling, and sea kayaking are available. Three sumptuous buffet-style meals per day are served in the open-air restaurant overlooking the ocean. Whether on the fine white beachfront shaded by coconut and talisay trees, or underwater in the clear, cool depths of the bountiful sea, you are embraced by nature at its exotic best, and pampered by the friendliest and most hospitable staff and dive crew in the area."

Al Fresco Beach Resort, Lian, Batangas

"Al Fresco is a small, cozy beachfront resort located at the center of the Matabungkay Strip. It is an old family owned vacation house, recently renovated and transformed into a functional resort for guests to enjoy and feel at home at the beach.

They have 8 Air-conditioned rooms, a Dining Hall, Sala/Lanai area cozy enough for your afternoon readings and lounging, and a Veranda overlooking the entire ocean.

Also in the premises are Picnic tables that cater to our day tourists. This resort used to be a family house back in the 60’s so you may notice that some parts may still look old or antique.

How to get there

From Manila, Proceed to Tagaytay and head toward Nasugbu for 32km. Turn right after the Sea Oil Gas Station and drive 5.5 km (passing the sugar mill on your left) to the T-Junction(Shell Gas Station on the Left) Turn left and drive 12km, through the town of Lian, until you reach the Matabungkay Beach sign. Turn right and proceed 1.5km. Turn right on the cement road parallel to the beach. Al Fresco Beach Resort is on the left after about 300 meters.

From Batangas City, proceed to Balayan. Turn left from the Main Highway and head towards Calatagan. After 11km, turn right on the T-Junction Drive 1.8km and turn left upon seeing the Matabungkay Beach and signboard. Turn right on the cement road parallel to the beach. Al Fresco Beach Resort is on the left after about 300 meters."

Bali Bali Beach Resort

"Bali Bali Beach Resort got its name from the word “bali bali”, which, in the native dialect of Pangasinan, means “beautiful”. Thus, a beautiful resort. The one-hectare property is located at the southwest coastline of the Island Garden City of Samal.

Bali Bali is a semi-private resort. It operates on pre-arranged, pre-booked accommodations. No walk-ins are allowed. The resort boasts of its features that promote tranquility, serenity and privacy. The design is Asian inspired with six villas of different room themes.

The Pavilion serves as the main hall where guests coming in by land or by boat are welcomed. Here, food is served to guests visiting the resort either on day tour or overnight packages.

Fronting the pavilion is the main attraction of this part of the resort. The infinity pool. This stretches its beautiful view up to the ocean.

Bali Bali joins the number of resorts nestling in the Island Garden City of Samal. But with pride we offer a different kind of experience that’s worth your visit — your time. Because you deserve the best vacation in a tranquil, serene and private place along with the beautiful nature you are blessed with.

An overnight stay at Bali Bali is a must. Inclusive of a full day’s meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner), experience the peace and tranquility of staying in any of the resort’s themed villas."

Leyte Park Resort Hotel Philippines

"Leyte Park offers the Discovery of various eco-tourism based tour activities anchored on its marine and terrestrial beauties, that covers a wide range of destinations from "islands to highland".

The Leyte Park Resort Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Tacloban City 55 minutes from Manila. Built by former First Lady, Imelda Marcos in 1979, the hotel closed for 3 years until 1994 when it reopened following renovation & refurbishing. The Resort is now a major tourism & convention complex with its 6 hectare parkland nestled on a hill overlooking beautiful San Pedro Bay. It exudes the distinctive luxury of a hotel & the ambiance of a resort !

The Leyte Park Resort is conveniently located in the heart of Tacloban City, and just 55 minutes away from Manila and 20 minutes from Cebu. In fact, the hotel will arrange exciting day trips.

The resort offers a choice between the Standard or Executive rooms in the main building or the cottages.

Guests can relax by the pool, play a rousing game of table tennis or billiards, go ballroom dancing or crank a tune at the karaoke bar, snorkel, scuba dive, rent a speed boat, cruise boat or speed boat, pack a picnic lunch or join a tour. See Tacloban City, join the War Memorial Tour, the Sohotan Caves, or the Marabut Marine Park .. Join the Leyte Park Diving tour, or take a cruise along the San Juanico Strait. For the more adventurous, rock climbing tours are also available. The hotel can rent equipment or arrange for transportation

Accommodation

Air conditioned, IDD/NDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV, In-house movies, Terrace"

Pryce Plaza Hotel

"Welcome to Cagayan de Oro - the gateway to Northern Mindanao. Located along Macajalar Bay, it is the regional growth center of Region 10 and headquarters to the business and trade centers of the Cagayan-Iligan Corridor. The city is also home to Lumbia Airport and the largest government port in Mindanao. Known for its warm people and old-fashioned hospitality, Cagayan de Oro is lined with lush greens like the local Kolambagohan Tree. This tree bears a heart-shaped leaf that is unique to the city. How appropriate then that it is found in Cagayan de Oro, truly the City of Golden Friendship

Accommodation for Pryce Plaza Hotel
From most of 81 guest rooms and suits at the Pryce Plaza, you overlook at the bay and the city. Retiring for the day becomes even more special as you take a peek at the myriad lights below. The rooms are spacious and allow you to relax with its elegant decor and furnishings. Equipped with a host of other modern conveniences, they have been designed for your outmost comfort and enjoyment."

Bicol Region

"Bicol Region or Bicolandia is one of the 16 regions of the Philippines occupying the Bicol Peninsula at the southeastern end of Luzon island and some other islands.

It consists of six provinces, namely, Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon. It has one independent chartered city, Naga City, and six component cities, Iriga City, Legazpi City, Ligao City, Masbate City, Sorsogon City, and Tabaco City. The regional centers are Legazpi City, the region's political center and de facto capital, and Naga City, the region's cultural and religious center. Legazpi and Naga are also the hub of the region's economic activity.

Inhabitants, called “Bicolanos,” speak any one of the several varieties of Bikol, an Austronesian language closely related to other Central Philippine languages such as Cebuano and Tagalog. Bikol varieties include Bikol Rinconada (Iriga-Buhi area), the western Albay dialects (Oas,Daraga), Bikol Sorsogon (Sorsogon), Bikol Catanduanes and Bikol Partido (municipalities surrounding Lagonoy Gulf). Standard Bikol is based on the dialect of Naga City and is spoken in a wide area stretching from Camarines Norte, most of Camarines Sur, the entire east coast of Albay (including Legazpi and Tabaco) and northern Sorsogon. Standard Bikol is generally understood by other Bikol speakers and is the regional lingua franca.

The Bicol region is often seen as the epicenter of the counterculture and liberal politics in the Philippines. As many of its inhabitants seem to oppose many right-wing governments and ideology in which they blame for corruption. The region has a political reputation of voting always for the opposition. It is also widely seen as a stronghold for the National Democratic Front.


is one of the 16 regions of the Philippines occupying the Bicol Peninsula at the southeastern end of Luzon island and some other islands.

It consists of six provinces, namely, Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon. It has one independent chartered city, Naga City, and six component cities, Iriga City, Legazpi City, Ligao City, Masbate City, Sorsogon City, and Tabaco City. The regional centers are Legazpi City, the region's political center and de facto capital, and Naga City, the region's cultural and religious center. Legazpi and Naga are also the hub of the region's economic activity.

Inhabitants, called “Bicolanos,” speak any one of the several varieties of Bikol, an Austronesian language closely related to other Central Philippine languages such as Cebuano and Tagalog. Bikol varieties include Bikol Rinconada (Iriga-Buhi area), the western Albay dialects (Oas,Daraga), Bikol Sorsogon (Sorsogon), Bikol Catanduanes and Bikol Partido (municipalities surrounding Lagonoy Gulf). Standard Bikol is based on the dialect of Naga City and is spoken in a wide area stretching from Camarines Norte, most of Camarines Sur, the entire east coast of Albay (including Legazpi and Tabaco) and northern Sorsogon. Standard Bikol is generally understood by other Bikol speakers and is the regional lingua franca.

The Bicol region is often seen as the epicenter of the counterculture and liberal politics in the Philippines. As many of its inhabitants seem to oppose many right-wing governments and ideology in which they blame for corruption. The region has a political reputation of voting always for the opposition. It is also widely seen as a stronghold for the National Democratic Front."