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Marbuena Island Resort

Marcos C. — 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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Mt. Pan de Azucar (also called Mt. Mapaphag)

Marcos C. — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:00:23 +0000

Located in Pan de Azucar island, Mt. Manaphag or more popularly called Mt. Pan de Azucar is the most commanding landmark in Concepcion. According to legend, a giant named Toya used to inhabit the summit of Manaphag. Toya takes a bath in a lagoon on the summit, using for a scoop the shell of a gigantic manlot or clam. It is also home to white-breasted hawks and a community of wild monkeys.
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Agho Island – A patch of paradise in Concepcion

Marcos C. — 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 (29 comments)

Sandbar Island Beach Resort, Concepcion

Marcos C. — 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.

Bulubadiangan Island from afar

The shifting white sandbar of Sandbar Island Beach Resort

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Calabasa Island

Marcos C. — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:01:36 +0000

Commonly referred by the townsfolk as Parola because of the lighthouse built in the 1900s located in one of its hills. There is also a coral garden near Calabasa Island, where visitors can go snorkeling.

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Sicogon Island

Marcos C. — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:01:30 +0000

Known as the Boracay of the 80s, Sicogon Island used to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines back in its heyday.

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Isla de Gigantes Sur – An Enchanted Island in Carles

Marcos C. — 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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