Philippines Guide

Let us capture the best sunrise and sunset in the Philippines.

And where else can we see this if not in the famous white beach at Boracay?

Let us enjoy the comfort of staying in a home away from home, Crystal Sand Beach Resort.

Crystal Sand Beach Resort is located in the midst of the long white crystal sand of Boracay beach. This is the reason why it is named Crystal Sand Beach Resort. It has enough rooms to accommodate visitors coming from the different parts of the world.

Indeed, the comfort of the visitors is the top priority of the hotel that is why first class amenities are offered to visitors.

The 24 hour air conditioning to make the occupants of the room warm and comfortable is the number one feature. Added to this cable TV, in case the visitor gets tired of roaming around the island, is provided in all rooms. A telephone and hot and cold shower are other plus factors in their room accommodations.

For those who are occupying the suite and superior rooms a refrigerator is an additional provision. To assure that there are always lights around the vicinity even in case of brown outs there are 2 standby generators. And of course to add colors to the experience of the visitors the resort has its bar and restaurant where different people meet and exchange stories. As the saying goes, this is where East meets West.

For the rates of the hotel these vary according to season and the type of rooms one is occupying. But definitely, the price is fair and reasonable.

For the super peak season which covers the period from December 23 to January 23 including the Chinese New Year as well as Holy Week the prices are a little bit higher. For standard a single room the charge is 10445 PhP and an additional fee of 4400 PhP for an extra night. For a double room the price is 6300 PhP and an additional payment of 2200 PhP for an extra night.

For superior single room the resort is charging 12150 PhP and an additional 5250 PhP for extra night. In case it is a double room the cost is 7450 PhP and an extra fee of 2630 PhP for another night. Again, this is for super peak season.

During the super peak season the cost of single suite room is 14745 PhP and an additional charge of 6550 PhP for an extra night. For twin or double room the rate is 8310 PhP and an additional 3275 PhP for extra night.

However during peak season which starts every January 24 to June 15 the rates per type of room are different. For single standard room the rate is 8550 PhP and an additional payment of 3400 PhP for extra night. For double or twin room the hotel is charging 5390 PhP and an extra fee of 1700 PhP for an extra night.

For single superior room the charge is 10150 PhP and an additional 4250 PhP for another night. For double or twin room, superior type the rate is 6200 PhP and an extra 2125 PhP for an additional night.

For single suite room during peak season the cost is 12745Php and an additional 5550 PhP for an extra night. For double or twin room the charge is 7480 PhP per night and another 22775 for extra night.

The lowest rates of the hotel can be experienced by the visitors during the low season which starts every June 16 to October. For a single standard room the rate is only 6100 PhP and an additional of 2085 PhP per night. For a double room the charge is 4400 PhP and an extra payment of 1300 PhP for an extra night.

For single superior room the rate is 6900 PhP and an additional charge of 2500 PhP for an additional night. For a double or twin room the cost is 5100 PhP and another 1570 PhP for an extra night.

For the single suite room the hotel is charging 8250 PhP only and an additional 3290 PhP for an additional night. For double or twin room the cost is 5500 PhP and an additional charge of 1800 for an extra night.

So we can see that the rates differ according to the seasons which are all reasonable in the sense that all these payments include 3 days and 2 night’s room accommodations, daily breakfast, roundtrip airport transfer and welcome drinks.

Indeed visitors who will come to this white beach of Boracay in the Philippines will really experience the first class hospitality of the Filipinos once they decided to check in at Crystal Sand Beach resort. From the time they arrive to the airport up to their stay at the hotel until their departure they will feel their being important as visitors and will never regret that they have chosen this resort to be their home away from home.

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Lorenzo South Resort in Barangay Manoc, Boracay Island, Aklan in the Philippines is one of the best hotels on the island. Aside from its superb facilities and over friendly crew, its location is so convenient. It’s on the southern end of the kilometer-long White Beach, the main disembarkation point.

From the Caticlan jetty in the mainland, it would take about 30 minutes for the motorized banca to reach Boracay’s resorts.

If you are the athletic type, then Lorenzo South Resort in Boracay is it. First, you have the luxury of hiking toward the hotel. While walking you may get acquainted with the beachcombers.

Second, the view from the beach of Lorenzo South Resort is relaxing because of the coconut trees dotting around the hotel.

Third, it is relatively far from the crowded White Beach. Therefore you have a complete privacy with your partner during your stay at Lorenzo South Resort.

Lorenzo South Resort, which is a 3-star hotel, has 24 air conditioned suites with balconies that face the powdery white beach. The relative distance from most of the hotels would guarantee you peace of mind and quite afternoons.

If you want to hold your company outings there, do so. It has a conference room, cable TVs, satellite phones and Internet hub. Getting there is not a problem. There is a daily flight to the mainland through the Caticlan airport or via Kalibo town, the capital of the province.

From Kalibo, you may hire vans or ride minibuses for about an hour leisurely trip over paved road to Caticlan. From Caticlan you take an outrigger that leaves the fishermen’s port almost every 30 minutes or more often depending on the number of tourists wanting to go to Boracay.

Compared to other 3-star hotels, room prices are reasonable because others charge you more than $100, particularly during peak periods.

Of course, Lorenzo South Resort is not a Shangri-La. There were recent guests who complain of the long walk. Others have complained of pests. Complaints, however, are expected since the hotel is not a 5-star hotel. But in general, you get your money’s worth with all the conveniences available at South Lorenzo Resort in Boracay.

Actually it is not really far. But for the elderly, the place may not be ideal because of the distance from the disembarkation point. But if you don’t like to walk, you may use a for-hire motorbike or motorcab for you trip to the hotel.

A plus factor is that you can swim or snorkel in front of the hotel with less distraction because most swimmers are at the White Beach area.

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There are many things or activities worth your time when you spend your vacation at the powdery white beach in Boracay Island, Aklan, Philippines.

But your choice of a hotel is very important to make your weekend stay worth the money and effort in going to the island paradise. So that you might not regret later try to stay at the Seawind Resort in Barangay Balabag, Boracay Island.

At the resort you can hear the wind and feel the sea breeze hitting your face in the morning or in late afternoon while lazing on the white sand.

Seawind Resort, located at the Roberto and Gloria Tirol Park, has 40 air conditioned rooms. It has very friendly hotel staff that pampers you there.

Although there are those who may consider it expensive, compared with 3-star hotels on the island, you get your money’s worth of your stay in this enclave for the rich and famous.

Since it is located away from the maddening crowd on White Beach, a mile long stretch of white powdery beach, you are assured of peaceful nights and crowd-free Sunday mornings on the beach.

Seawind Resort is comparable to the upscale hotels on the island. It has the amenities offered by 5-star hotels. It has a splendid beach front for your kids to frolic. Although there are no lifeguards on duty at night, you may laze on the beach during moonlit evenings.

Even at noon the water is cool because of the nature of the sand, which is from dead corals deposited on the beach centuries ago.

Getting to Seawind Resort can be done in three ways. First you may take the regular Philippine Airlines flight from Manila to Kalibo, Aklan. From the airport you take air conditioned vans or minibuses. It would take less than an hour through flower-lined highway over paved national road.

Taking the Kalibo route is both relaxing and educational. In case you arrive there during Ati-Atihan festival time, which is month-long, you can immerse yourself with the darkened revelers in Kalibo and other towns along the way to Caticlan, your jump-off point to the island.

On the way to Caticlan, you may drop by at tourist attractions along the way, like the waterfalls found a few hundred meters from the national road in one of the municipalities, or you may visit the pina weaving industry in several houses in towns along the way.

Another route is by roll-on roll-off transport ship from Batangas pier in mainland Luzon island in the Philippines. From Manila it would take about more than two hours to the Batangas City pier.

From Batangas pier, it would take about two hours to cross the strait to the Calapan pier, the capital of Mindoro. From Calapan, overland trip is about two hours to Roxas town.
 
From Roxas pier it would take about five hours to cross the sea to Caticlan pier, which is in the mainland of Aklan. There, you have to say goodbye to the bus driver and board the motorized outrigger to the island of bubbles.

A third route is through Sea Air through the short runway in Barangay Caticlan. There are daily flights to Caticlan from the Manila Domestic airport.

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You’ve heard of the powdery-white sand that’s always cool to the touch, even at high noon. You’ve been longing for the crystal-clear waters that surround the island, and most of all, you crave the warmness of the local folk. Admit it, you’ve always wanted to experience Boracay, and if you’ve already been there, you must want to go back.

Before you rush into any decisions, brush up on your basic Boracay flight information. Do you want to save money by flying to Kalibo? If you do that, you’ll be paying less but you’ll have to wait in a van or a bus for 90 minutes as it makes its way to the Caticlan jetty port.

However, if you don’t mind shelling out a few extra thousands of pesos, you’ll be paying for convenience because your charter plane will be landing directly at Caticlan, where you can almost go straight to Boracay in less time.

The major carriers that provide flights to Kalibo from Manila are Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific Air. Their rates vary from peak season to normal season, so for the latest rates just visit their websites.
 
Philippine Airlines provides great service, and on this they have built their reputation for years. Cebu Pacific, for the more budgeting traveler, provides great discounts on airfares. (They even provide airfare for as low as one peso during some months; of course you still have to pay all the taxes.)

The companies that provide charter flights to Boracay are Asian Spirit and Seair. Seair boasts of having the fastest flights to Boracay, while Asian Spirit provides packages for its clients.

If you’re on a tight budget, it’s best that you gather all Boracay flight information and canvass months in advance. Figure out which flight plan suits you the most. Determine the best carrier that provides you with the value for your money.

How do you get additional Boracay flight information? Use your main resource: the Internet. The airline websites make the fares readily available for comparison, and you can use this to your advantage. Sometimes, booking months in advance can save you a lot on fares. Also, online ticketing has made booking a lot more convenient for everyone.

If you go to your local book store you will also find some travel guides that provide the basic Boracay flight information. These guides will also be helpful for when you actually arrive on the island. They can guide you to the best resorts, best restaurants, and best activities on the island.

Lastly, if you don’t want to be hassled at all, just call your local travel agent and they will give you all the Boracay flight information that you need.

What you need to know about Boracay flight information depends on how much you are willing to sacrifice and how fast you want to get there. If you don’t mind riding a van or a bus for a while, then get the cheaper flights to Kalibo. If you want to get there right away, take a chartered flight to Caticlan. In the end, what’s important is not how you get there, but the fact that you actually arrive.

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There is nothing as fun and romantic as a getaway vacation on the beautiful island of Boracay. Previously hidden away amidst the thousands of islands of the Philippines, Boracay is now considered one of the predominant travel destinations, both for lovers wishing to take a private vacation for a few weeks, or for couples wishing to rekindle their relationship. From lounging about along the white sands and frolicking in the waters, to taking a part in the thriving and energetic nightlife,

Most people choose to go to Boracay for its attractive beaches, and White Beach is easily the most popular. As its name implies, this beach is renowned for its white sandy beaches and beautiful coastlines, and most people often choose to spend their time relaxing under one of the many palm trees in the area, with a chain of restaurants, refreshment bars, shops, and even internet cafes not too faraway for accessibility. White Beach also sports several stalls along the area, where vendors can sell you anything from shirts to handmade jewelry made of shells, or even scuba equipment.

Another popular tourist destination is the Puka Beach, named so for the puka shells that are found along this area, and is used to fashion jewelry and other trinkets to sell to visitors. Puka beach is generally considered to be quieter than White Beach, with lesser people. Another beach is the Baling Hai Beach, which boasts of a restaurant atop a cliff that overlooks the whole area, and is perfect for romantic dinners and rendezvous.

Perhaps one of the more unique tourist attractions that Boracay offers is what natives call the Bat Cave. Far from being any mysterious superhero’s lair, the cave actually houses the next best thing: giant fruit bats that often roam the area at around sunset. Visitors are given the chance to enter the cave with tourist guides for a minimal fee, where they can be treated to a view of majestic stalactites several feet long. This area has no handrails and can be slippery at times, so before hiking into the cave, it is always best to bring a flashlight at the least- making this one of the more exhilarating and exciting adventures for the outgoing couple to enjoy together.

Spas are also a notable part of Boracay. The Mandala Spa and Villas is one of the renowned spa resorts found in the island, having been awarded as the most outstanding honeymoon destination, and the best spa destination in the region. For a standard three days and two nights, luxurious facilities and amenities are available for couples to enjoy time together, and the expert massage treatments by the professional masseuse only enhances the romantic atmosphere. Enjoy a dinner for two at the Mandala’s Prana restaurant with its luscious vegetarian meals, delicious desserts, and high quality wine. Daily yoga classes and Zen massages are even readily available.

For visitors who are also interested in environment, the Boracay Butterfly Gardens on Bulabog Beach is also a must-see. Visitors are treated to a tour of the large tropical garden, populated by rare butterflies of almost every shape and color, along with fascinating information and details regarding their life cycles. This is a perfect spot for most couples to get in touch with nature and to spend time with one another.

Now easily ranked as one of the best beaches in the world, Boracay is now an international tourist destination where people all over the world flock to when vacation season hits. With good quality beaches, the beautiful scenery and a thriving nightlife for those seeking it, Boracay is slowly becoming the place to be during the summer months.

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Looking for a perfect destination to ease your hunger for pristine beaches, nature panorama matched with azure blue waters, picture perfect sunsets and a whole lot more? Well you’ve come to the right place where Philippines‘ pride is flagged on- Boracay Islands Philippines’ finest beach.

In this age of beach craze, the Philippines have a list of beaches meant to lure tourists all around the world, but Boracay tops the list. Now tagged as an international tourist spot and probably one of the best beaches in the whole wide world, Boracay is surely a great vacation spot.

The illustrious image of Boracay had served as the grounds for a number of establishments and resorts which heighten its luxury. Boracay offers an array of establishments suit to fit your taste. These establishments won’t let you idle around just for a minute or so. The number of night bars doubles as each year passes. Since partying had always been on the to-do-list of the tourists, well Boracay won’t disappoint you in any way.

All in all these is what in store for you, a certified package deal of unforgettable beach getaway. For those in tight budgets if you don’t want to drop a single penny, this is what Boracay’s natural beauty can give you. By day, you can worship the sun, even its hurtful glares that paint a perfect tan on your skin plus the scenery perfect for nature lovers, and sunset you could die for. By night, the fun continues as different bars showcases bands and artists. As a vacation spot, they are readily aware of putting the entertainment a priority in promoting its market.

If you think that’s all, think again, in a modern lifestyle which you might be engaged to physical sports, bringing it with you on your vacation can be possible. Aside from swimming the azure blue waters, other activities you can engage to for a physical stretch, is a diverse choice of water sports, starting of with its new venture are a number of diving schools. These schools will help you enjoy your vacation more by trying a new sport at an easier pace.

Being a first-class tourist destination, it entails an image of being overly commercialized, but as anyone would say, it can still be a place for those who had tight budgets. Choosing between Station 1 and Station 2 & 3 really makes a difference. Station 1 houses most of the luxurious establishments and accommodation costs here are of course double in price compared to that of the other stations. Options are now up to you, but to enjoy the Islands itself is more than what you could actually spend.

Life is a beach here in Boracay, so don’t miss it out. Relax and escape from the city lights from the urban to a refreshing scene in the pride of the Philippines, Boracay Islands. With the hospitality you’ll ever need accommodation as grand as ever and fun that never stops within your reach.

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Blue waters, green coconuts and palms, white sand and beautiful bodies; these could be some of the phrases one might utter and be amazed at while staying at the Philippines’ well visited beach – Boracay.

Furthermore, to fully make your Boracay experience we would like you to take refuge at the Sand Castle. Yes, you got it right we will like you to spend your vacation here at Sand Castle. If you are thinking of something built along the seashore that is not what we meant.

Sand Castle is one of the best resorts or hotels on the island. You will get to experience living in a native villa or a “spacious hut” as other guests have described it. However, it is very well furnished with the comforts of modern living.

Sand Castle is the only resort on the island that has ceiling fans and at the same time air conditioning units in their rooms. It also provides you a refrigerator, Cable TV and Internet connection. The resort is also a WIFI area!

Sand Castle also showcases its Balinese bathrooms, Japanese beds and sophisticatedly designed kitchen and dining area. The interiors in each room promotes Philippine native architecture; terraces made of bamboo, sliding doors made of Capiz shells, ceilings made of Sawali fibers, earthenware and wall decorations from Mindanao.

What makes Sand Castle distinct among the rest?

First, the resort staff is trained to give you first class hotel accommodations. It also has its own in-house masseuse, regular housekeeping service, lockers in the reception area and laundry service.

Second, staying in Sand Castle would be not complete without dining at its in-house Café Troppo Bar and Restaurant. This serves almost every delicious meal you can think of. Why not try their seafood specialty?

Third, the rates are very affordable. Although it might sound too expensive for $ 78 dollar per night, you are ensured of your safety as well of your privacy. Moreover, if you have complaints about your room, people there will immediately heed to your concern.

Fourth, there are no hidden charges in Sand Castle. Prices are charged per room not per individual unlike some hotels and resorts in Boracay. So if you have a companion or two and you wish to save, why not rent a room with a single bed. You and your friends could sleep across the bed. However, that would not be necessary because the rate for two beds is also $78. Therefore, you can arrange the two beds so that all three of you could sleep soundly.

What else? Probably you already have a bird’s eye view of Sand Castle. Come and book now so you can experience a great time.

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The island of Boracay in the Philippines is recognized as one of the most beautiful beaches all over the world. As numerous as the activities that both foreign and local tourists can indulge in; Boracay also boasts of a number of accommodation alternatives. One of the many accommodations on this island is Pink Patio Resort.

Nestled in the heart of Boracay, Philippines, Pink Patio is now known as Patio Pacific Resort. It is accredited by the Department of Tourism in the Philippines and was recently recognized as a “AA” Resort. From the hotels of the Pink Patio Resort, the main hub of activities and destinations of Boracay — such as the various restaurants and bars, the pristine beaches, and the different dive sites that have attracted tourists from all over the world — is just a stone’s throw away.

Pink Patio Resort provides businessmen and other corporate visitors the chance to incorporate business with leisure. Its fully air-conditioned conference hall is ideal for meetings and other corporate functions as well as private events. Pink Patio Resort offers visitors a complete line of amenities such as wireless and lapel microphones, audio-visual equipment, a three-layer whiteboard, and overhead projector. It allows guests to select from four kinds of layouts namely banquet, classroom, cocktail, or theater. The conference room can accommodate as many as 120 persons at once.

At Pink Patio Resort, mealtime can be a feast as it provides foreigners a taste of the best cuisine that Boracay can offer. For tourists who are looking for the aroma of brewed as well as other varieties of coffee, Pink Patio Resort provides people with some of the best tasting coffee. In addition, health conscious guests can likewise treat themselves to fruit juices, sandwiches, and garden fresh salad. Likewise, Pink Patio Resort offers carefully prepared seafood using the best spices.

For people who want to keep themselves fit and proper, Pink Patio Resort is home to the only fitness center in Boracay. It houses some of the best fitness equipments such as stairmaster, free weights, multi-station, stationary bicycle, and of course, the treadmill. Visitors may wish go for a relaxing vacation on the Alpha Machine Capsule. This high technology facility provides a mixture of aromatherapy and sauna complete with stereo sound and ionized air making it the ideal rejuvenation treatment.

So for people looking for accommodations on the island of Boracay, Pink Patio Resort is definitely the place where they can get a guarantee of an enjoyable and rewarding vacation. 

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Do you know what will make your most anticipated Boracay vacation in the Philippines the most perfect getaway trip? Checking in at a most trusted hotel in Boracay would do the trick.

As dozens of Boracay hotels abound in this number one tourist destination spot in the Philippines, there still remains a couple of hotels which are considered to be tried and tested by thousands of Boracay tourists every year. One of those very few elite Boracay hotels is the Panoly Resort Hotel.

Panoly Resort Hotel is the first world-class hotel in Boracay, Philippines. It started operating in November 1989 and has since claimed the most trusted tourist hotel in Boracay. The hotel’s expertise in providing quality hotel services made gained them a triple A rating from the Philippine Government’s Department of Tourism. Panoly Resort Hotel still remains committed to improving their world-class hotel service as it continues to gain recognition from tourists and tourism-related agencies, alike.

As guests check in at Panoly Resort hotel, they are expected to marvel at the warm service that the hotel staff renders. Filipino hospitality and cheerfulness are the distinct signatures of Panoly Resort Hotel. Its hotel staff are specially trained to make all of their guests feel comfortable and at home with the hotel’s facilities and services. The stay at Panoly Resort Hotel is complemented with gorgeous Boracay sceneries including the white sand beach, breathtaking sunsets and distinctly Filipino dishes.

For those looking for more adventurous undertakings, Panoly Resort Hotel offers a wide range of recreational and relaxing activities for them. Guests can experience the windsurfing thrill as Boracay is considered to be one of the Philippines’ top windsurfing locations. They can also explore the marvelous underwater environment through diving and snorkeling. They can sail away with the hotel’s available yachts, banca, kayaks and paddle boats for a more relaxing adventure. Guests are also offered with the supreme relaxation by availing of Panoly Resort Hotel’s spa.

But, those aren’t the only things the hotel offers. Other state-of-the-art facilities are something that every guest should take advantage of. The resort has forty cottages and its four-story building has 47 deluxe rooms and eight VIP suites. These rooms have veranda to be able to provide guests with breathtaking Boracay sceneries by just taking a peek from their own rooms. All the rooms are fully air conditioned with hot and cold shower, cable TV and a mini bar. The rooms also reflect the distinct Filipino culture with the rooms’ artistic local furniture which does not fail to create a world-class Filipino ambiance.

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Dig your feet to the sparkling white sand in one of the most famous and beautiful beach in the Philippines and in the world with the fine accommodation and service of La Carmela de Boracay Hotel. It offers its guests great service for affordable prices.

Fly to the Philippines and from its capital Manila, fly to Caticlan airport. The travel time is approximately an hour.

Rooms

Stay at La Carmela de Boracay’s rooms with ultimate comfort. Sleep well and be relaxed with the hotel’s rooms. There are a wide variety of choices for every guest’s needs. There are Superior, Standard, Deluxe rooms (which have two double beds), and Junior Executive and Presidential Suite rooms which offer elegant bathrooms with tubs.

Of course, the rooms are air-conditioned for the clean and comfortable stay of the guests. There are also cable TV’s and hot and cold water showers to really give the guests their full blast vacation experience. Relaxation is defined by La Carmela de Boracay Hotel.

Facilities

Different occasions can be held at La Carmela de Boracay with its function rooms. The functions rooms can accommodate 250 to 500 persons. There are also multimedia facilities in the function rooms which are very helpful for seminars and conferences held in the island of Boracay in the Philippines.

Businessmen and busy professionals can still check on their projects and do some necessary works while they are staying in La Carmela de Boracay Hotel in the Philippines because the resort offers a business center with internet access, computer rentals and printing services, fax services and even foreign currency exchange.

Recreation and Entertainment

La Carmela de Boracay has an outdoor pool equipped with a slide and Jacuzzi to make the guests truly enjoy their stay and have fun. There is also the unique and entertaining mini poolside theater for outdoor parties and get-together activities. It is a great way to hang-out with your friends when you are in La Carmela de Boracay Resort.

For Music lovers staying in Boracay, La Carmela de Boracay also offers 25 meters of beach front where live bands play the latest and grooviest tunes which set the Boracay party goers on fire.

Health-conscious guests will surely enjoy their work-outs with health spas and gyms within La Carmela de Boracay’s premises. Guests will surely have a memorable stay in Boracay, Philippines because of the services at the hotel which are world class.

This hotel truly deserves its AA rating/class because of its facilities and services. Everything you need for a great vacation is in La Carmela de Boracay!

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