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Marbuena Island Resort

Marcos — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:00:23 +0000

The unspoiled paradise islands and white sand beaches that dot the northern part of Iloilo are slowly gaining the attention of a growing number of tourists. A common concern of there potential tourists is that there are little to no accommodations if they wish to visit these sought after parts of the province. Fortunately, they can now have the choice of spending a relaxing weekend getaway at Marbuena Island resort, a charming full featured island resort blessed with a white sand beach, azure blue waters, great islandscape panoramic views, excellent facilities, and a whole lot of nature’s surprises and discoveries.

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Tinagong Dagat

Marcos — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 17:58:15 +0000

A three-hectare lake, located at the plateau on top of the mountain of Cabatangan, about 80 meters deep is an aquatic haven for its freshwater Tinagong Dagateel, carp and tilapia. Nestled at the foot of Mount Apog-Apog from the Iloilo-Antique border, Tinagong Dagat is a freshwater lake that is a 10-hour walk from Barangay Bagongbong -the last barangay reachable by vehicle. Its adjacent forest is rich with dazzling flora and fauna with trees that reach dizzying heights, providing a refreshing breeze of air under its shades making the destination all the more inviting for campers.

Bato Tariwis

Marcos — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 16:47:00 +0000

Proudly stands with its pointed tip at about 65 meters and located at the top of the mountain, lifted up high, kissing the sky. It is more or less a hundred meters from the site and could be reached by passing a winding steep trail, under trees and thru climbing and holding into century old vines. At the top, you could see the aerial view of forest and other wild flowers around its vicinity. It is located at Bgy, Igtuble.

Seven Cities

Marcos — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:59:03 +0000

Unrevealed attractive destinations await visitors in upland areas of Alimodian. This captivating landscape of mountains, hills, verdant forest streams, mountains, lakes, waterfalls and exotic flora and fauna is called the “Seven Cities” named after the seven clustered barangays that compose it.

Tinagong Dagat

Marcos — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:47:48 +0000

A freshwater lake that is a 10-hour walk from Barangay Bagongbong in Lambunao. Its adjacent forest is rich with dazzling flora and fauna with trees that reach dizzying heights, providing a refreshing breeze of air under its shades making the destination all the more inviting for campers.

Isla de Gigantes Sur – An Enchanted Island in Carles

Marcos — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:32:00 +0000

A shroud of concealment and mysticism seemingly looms over Isla Gigantes, group of islands off the coast of Carles and Estancia in Northern Iloilo. If you ask most Ilonggos about Gigantes Islands, they will probably return your question ask you what that is. That’s because the nothern part of Iloilo is the least visited and only a few have dared to travel to those parts since it is not as accessible compared to the towns along the main highways of Panay Island. The few that have gone there, however, are rewarded with a surprising experience of witnessing beautiful sceneries of virgin islands, white sand beaches, colorful marine life, and extraordinary land formations, unchartered by the tourist crowd.

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Bulabog Putian National Park – Iloilo’s Protected Natural Reserve

Marcos — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:00:55 +0000

Bulabog Puti-an National Park is a protected rain forest area known for being a living museum of flora and fauna. Hundreds of local and foreign tourists visit the 847 eco-tourism park to immerse in the area’s natural attractions such as its various forms of wildlife and more than 30 caves.

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Fun things to do for the summer when in Iloilo

Marcos — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:00:56 +0000

Our list of fun things to do for the summer highlights fun things to do at the best places to be during the height of the season, from the inviting waters of Iloilo’s many beaches, to the refreshing retreats at Iloilo’s cool highland attractions, even to the eco-adventure attractions of nearby Guimaras Island.

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