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Agho Island – A patch of paradise in Concepcion

Marcos — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:47 +0000

Agho Island is a small parcel of paradise located 7 nautical miles northeast of Concepcion town proper or “Poblacion”. The privately owned eight-hectare island has an extensive white sand beach area and a sprawling coral garden. Upon reaching the island you will see the island’s sandbar which shifts from left to right depending on the season or the direction where the wind blows.Read the rest of Agho Island – A patch of paradise in Concepcion (37 comments)

Sandbar Island Beach Resort, Concepcion

Marcos — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:41:07 +0000

Bulubadiangan or “sandbar island” is a popular island attraction in Concepcion, Iloilo. Many local and foreign tourists visit Sandbar Island for its clear blue waters and long shifting white sandbar, which would shift from left to right depending on the direction of the wind. It is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and just about any water recreation activity. The island also offers a great view of the outlying islands of Concepcion, including the majestic Mt. Manaphag in Pan de Azucar Island.
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Nagarao Island Resort

Marcos — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 12:58:58 +0000

It is a small tropical island with an area of about 1000,000 square meters. It is located at the southern tip of Guimaras between Panay and Negros. About 30 Filipinos live on the island, most of whom speak English. It offers a very unique Visayas setting, a relaxing private atmosphere with area of natural land and personal touch in holiday making. There are 20 cottages, a restaurant and a bar with cold drinks. The cottages are native-styled but with very modern private facilities like toilet and shower with fresh potable running water. At the resort island hopping tours and snorkeling are organized. A good part of island is surrounded by a sandy beach and growing corals like most islands of the Indo-Pacific

Transportation to Nagarao Island Resort

Location: San Isidro, Sibunag, Guimaras
Origin: Jordan Wharf
Approximate Travel Time: 1 hr
Means of Transportation: Jeepney / L300 van / Pumpboat

Contact Details of Nagarao Island Resort

Booking Office: 113 Seminario Street, Jaro, 5000 Iloilo City, Philippines
Contact Person: Mrs. Helen Stummer / Ms. Elena Lorca
Telephone: (63) 033 3220186 / 09189080730 / 09195866738
Website: http://www.nagarao.com

Baras Beach Resort – a peaceful enclave in Guimaras

Marcos — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:00:18 +0000

Baras Beach Resort is a great island hideaway in Guimaras. Hidden in a sheltered inlet, it’s the perfect place to take a relaxing break from the fast paced city life. Upon entering the bay, you will see several cottages built with inspirations of Indonesian architecture each hovering on the coast overlooking the sea and surrounded by verdant foliage.

Table tennis, Pool Table, Darts, Volleyball, Basketball, Dinghy Rowing and Canoe Paddling are available free of charge in Baras Beach Resort. You can take one of the boats around the bay and snorkel around the coral gardens near the coast.

Visitors can hire a pumpboat in Baras Beach Resort for a tour around interesting places to explore like caves, coral gardens, the Lawi Marine Turtle Rescue Center, SEAFDEC Research Station, Taklong Island Marine Reserve, Pulang Pasayan, Natago Beach Resort, and Isla Naburot.

One of the turtles at Lawi Marine Turtle Rescue Center

Baras Beach Resort has a total of 10 cottages with rates starting at only P700. Each cottage can accommodate two to six persons and the resort can hold a total of 30 pax. The jump-off point to Baras Beach Resort is in Alubihod Bay in Brgy. Poblacion, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras, which is just 15 minutes away by pumpboat or motorized outrigger.When planning to go to Baras Beach Resort, it is important to inform the resort of your arrival so that they can prepare the transportation and accommodation.

Concepcion’s Islands – 16 hidden gems in Iloilo

Marcos — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 12:07:51 +0000

The town of Concepcion is blessed with one of the most scenic seascapes in the whole Province of Iloilo. Forming a safe natural harbor for Concepcion Bay are 16 islands connected by azure waters and rich marine life. Read the rest of Concepcion’s Islands – 16 hidden gems in Iloilo (59 comments)