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Caluya - A paradise beyond Boracay

Posted by Marcos Caratao Jr. (Marcos C.) on June 16, 2008 (11:51 pm). Categorized Under: Antique, Antique Attractions.

Unspoiled beaches with ivory sand and clear waters, a warm people, verdant seaweed farms and delectable coconut crabs. These make the Caluya group of islands rich.

Text/Article written by Harthwell C. Capistrano

Caluya Islands, Antique
Caluya, A hidden gem in Antique

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Muelle Loney (Iloilo’s River Wharf) - Hub of the Booming Sugar Trade in the Visayas during the 19th century

Posted by Marcos Caratao Jr. (Marcos C.) on April 21, 2008 (3:00 pm). Categorized Under: Iloilo Travel Destinations.

Muelle Loney (pronounced as Mool-ye) refers to Iloilo’s River Wharf and the street at the western side of the river. It is being used today as a port for inter-island vessels such as ferries and “Roll-on Roll-off” (RORO) boats plying the Iloilo to Bacolod route. Thousands of passengers, pedestrians, and motorists pass by Muelle Loney everyday. Unknown to most of them is the history of Muelle Loney and its central-role in the birth of the prosperous sugar industry of the Visayas during the 1800s to 1900s.

Iloilo's River Wharf, a natural enclave for ships seeking protection from strong winds and tropical monsoons.
Iloilo’s River Wharf, a natural harbor for ships seeking protection from strong winds and tropical monsoons.
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Concepcion’s Islands - 16 hidden gems in Iloilo

Posted by Marcos Caratao Jr. (Marcos C.) on April 6, 2007 (8:07 pm). Categorized Under: General.

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The town of Concepcion is blessed with one of the most scenic seascapes in the whole province. Forming a safe natural harbor for Concepcion Bay are 16 islands connected by azure waters and rich marine life.
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