Amorita is Bohol's 'beloved' (or 'little love').

Nestled atop a seaside cliff at the north-
eastern end of the famed Alona beach in
Panglao Island, Amorita treats every guest with a breathtaking 180-degree view of the Bohol Sea.

Be enamored by the warm, gracious Filipino hospitality and service within luxurious, world-class facilities.
Experience enchanting Amorita-
at once stunning and soothing dramatic yet tranquil, perfect for fun activities,
or for quiet reflection, a perfect venue  for leisure and business.
Experience the love of Bohol in Amorita!


"Bohol Island is just great"

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Bohol Tropics

It is the place were genuine Boholano hospitality and charm go hand in hand with meticulous service. It is located in the capital of bohol the Tagbilaran city. Its offers includes elegantly appointed guest rooms, luxurious suites overlooking Tagbilaran Bay. it has spacious bathrooms and decorated with custom furnishing and beautifully designed fabrics that enhances the open, airy feeling of the nearby coast.

"True Boholano visits the Bohol Tropics"


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Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines

 

Despite its outstanding natural beauty, Palawan's 1,770 islands have been one of the least developed holiday destinations in Southeast Asia [apart from the famous El Nido Resorts].

So far the lack of commercialism has made Palawan very special, but it is becoming more popular particularly for international divers, as well as adventurers.

The ideal place for sun seekers and snorkellers is Honda Bay, which has several islets including Cannon Island, Bat Island and Starfish Island, with coral reefs breaking crystal clear water onto empty, fine white sand beaches.

"To enjoy the calmness of the surrounding Palawan is the best place to visit, far from the busy streets of the metropolitan. It is where you can enjoy and relax"













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Amanpulo - Palawan

Amanpulo is an escape from the markings of mankind and is a dive into island life where nature has been unashamedly boastful. The island is secluded, being private, and offers a variety of sea, sand and tropical island-retreat–pleasures, in exclusive comfort and in traditionally styled accommodation. Amanpulo or, ‘peaceful island’, honours its island host, respecting the natural elements with a profoundly ‘South Seas’ interpretation. The 40 Beach, Hillside and Treetop Casitas are modelled on authentic bahay kubo dwellings, each with its own golf cart for island exploration.

           This romantically remote island caters for those who wish to ‘hammock’ and beach comb their days in paradise, and for those who seek an active agenda, involving a myriad of maritime adventures as well as tennis, a high-tec air-conditioned gym, and taking languid lengths in the resort’s 30m serene pool. The open-air Garden and Beach Salas are discreetly secluded for pleasurable holistic body treatments.

"Amanpulo is a hidden paradise in the island of Palawan. It is the place were the rich and the famous spend there vacations. "

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Pearl Farm Beach Resort

During time immemorial, thousands of white-lipped oysters were conveyed from Sulu Sea to the island of Samal to cultivate pink, white, and gold pearls. It was radically a pearl farm. But at present, it is already a place of recreation, relaxation, and definitely, a place where you can reckon immense felicity once again.

Your hearts will be captivated by its wondrous surroundings. It is encompassed with conforming esthetic standards; from its architectural design down to its lovely staff. The moment you enter the resort, you will be astonished by the different colorful fishes. Green plants and fresh blooming flowers could truly attract the eyes of its visitors both local and foreign. The man-made waterfall looks great because it has extraordinary and marvelous rock formations. Function rooms and boardrooms with excellent facilities and equipments were specifically designed to allow total concentration necessary for meetings and conferences. Arrangements can be made to accommodate a maximum of 70 persons.

Because beauty is what Pearl Farm got, it offers the most precious way of preserving and nourishing one’s beauty through a wide range of beauty and health treatments such as wraps, facials, body massage and foot spas available as individual treatments or in indulgent packages that use natural ingredients. Ylang Ylang Spa stands out sweetly in the arms of nature’s embrace. So, if you want

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Panglao island Nature Resort and Spa

Bohol Splendor at its most luxurious

Escape to a slice of paradise and experience Bohol’s celebrated sights and sounds in the island’s most luxurious beach resort.

Invigorate your senses amidst lush tropical landscapes embraced by clear, turquoise waters and dazzling white-sand beaches. Indulge yourself and relax in world-class amenities while we pamper you with warmth that is classic Boholano.

From sun-kissed hills to underwater wonders to exotic wildlife, Bohol is a tropical sanctuary of natural beauty. Feel its festive charm pulsating through Panglao Island Nature Resort. Here you can experience all the beauty that Bohol has to offer. We’ll make your stay in Bohol the perfect island getaway.

 

 

The Philippines' Saud Beach is Among the Top Beaches in Asia

The little–known northwest Philippine beach Saud Beach at Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte was recently named as one of the ten best beaches in Asia by Australia’s Melbourne Sunday Herald Sun newspaper. Through its veteran travel writer and photographer John Borthwick, the widely circulated publication listed the top beach destinations in Asia. Saud Beach was chosen on the basis of its pristine condition, rustic appeal, relative isolation from the usual tourist crowd, its “untouched by commercialism” quality, and the variety of water sports activities it offers.



Located at the northwest coast of Luzon, Saud Beach is a 2-kilometer arc of pure sand bordered by the blue of the South China Sea. It is an uncluttered beach devoid of all commercialism and crowds that usually spoil the appeal of a quiet beach destination. It is a haven for swimmers, snorkelling enthusiasts and wind surfers, and it is fast becoming another surfers’ paradise in the Philippines. Roughly an hour away by land travel from Laoag International Airport, this picturesque beach is renowned for its crystal clear waters, fine white-cream sand and underwater sceneries of multi-colored corals and iridescent fish. Saud Beach is definitely one of Philippine tourism’s best-kept secrets.

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Siargao's Pamsulian Island

The remote Siargao island is a slice of paradise nestled between a tranquil lagoon and a mangrove river. There are only limited number of Pansukian's cottages so that guests will feel like they are visiting at a home of a friend rather than a faceless, nameless number at a hotel. It offers a real experience in authentic and unspoiled environment in one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippine archipelago.

From that mangrove forest, the boat of Pansukian resort can sail you through the Pacific Ocean, bring you island hopping around Siargao or deep sea fishing behind the coral barrier. At dusk you can enjoy kayaking in this natural environment as you listen to the humming of the exotic birds.





The seafront of the resort is facing a tranquil, tropical lagoon. Two kilometers away is the coral barrier reef that separates the Pansukian beach from the Pacific Ocean.

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Palawan a weekend get away...

For those who want a back to nature experience whilst staying in luxury

Global Nomad is offering a luxury long weekend getaway to the tropical island and un-touched beauty of Palawan.

Complete with luxury accommodation in water cottages at a leading 5-star resort, gourmet cuisine and a private charter flight from Manila, with VIP 'fast track' through airports, the 'Palawan Ultimate Weekender' is priced at US$1,588 per person, based on double occupancy, until October 31.

Guests are greeted in VIP style at Manila and whisked aboard a private flight on a thrilling scenic ride over lush green islands dotted among crystal blue seas.

The acclaimed island haven is a wonderland of karst cliffs, turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches and lush forests in a marine conservation area on the northwestern tip of Palawan.

For scuba divers and snorkellers, it is home to hundreds of species of coral, numerous rare birds, marine turtles and thousands of seashells, including the rare Philippine giant clam, the world’s largest bivalve.

From the quaint El Nido airport, transfers are arranged by luxury catamaran or a fully kitted outrigger, past soaring limestone cliffs and majestic islands, making it one of the most spectacular regions in Asia.

The final destination, El Nido Resorts' Lagen Island, is one of the Philippines' leading 5-star resorts, acclaimed by Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure for its commitment to responsible ecotourism.

Accommodation for three nights is in either water cottages on stilts or a beachfront cottage. Guests are greeted on arrival with an exclusive private dinner under the stars on a sandbar beach, served by a private chef and butler.

Global Nomad escapes are customised for those travellers seeking off-the-beaten-track experiences and with two idyllic days and a wide choice of outdoor activities and natural delights to explore, at any pace, anything is possible.

Guests can kayak and snorkel in the serene lagoons, or laze around private white sand beaches, or get more active and try scuba diving, windsurfing or rock climbing.



Meals including freshly-caught local seafood are at the resort’s buffet restaurant or two private beach club grills.

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Top Ten Asia Beaches

by the Sunday Herald Sun

The Sunday Herald Sun recently reported on the top beaches in Asia. With idyllic archipelagoes, exotic shores and twinkling islands, there is more than enough to choose from. You won’t find old favorites like Boracay’s White Beach and the Maldives but new and undiscovered beaches that all have one thing in common: they are simply paradise.

1. Saud Beach in the Philippines: On the northwest coast of Luzon, little-known Saud Beach at Pagudpud is a 2km arc of blindingly pure sand bordered by the blue of the South China Sea. It’s like an uncluttered version of that famous Philippines shore, White Beach, on Boracay Island.

2. Ko Adang in Thailand: Thailand’s far south Andaman Sea coast has clusters of islands that are still off the radar for tour group invaders and full-moon ravers. The towering rock formations and crystal waters of Ko Tarutao National Marine Park, a 51-island group about 30km off the mainland, are a reminder of how islands such as Phuket, Samui and Phi Phi once were. Here you’ll find Ko Adang, a jungle island with pristine shores, empty beaches and not a beer bar in sight.

3. Bentota in Sri Lanka: At Bentota Beach, 60km south of Colombo, grand arcs of beach sweep north and south from a rocky promontory. The Indian Ocean massages this coast of granite headlands and uncrowded beaches that surfers and European sun-seekers discovered long ago. There is a choice of three, four and five-star resorts from which you can simultaneously contemplate Bentota’s fiery sunset and your of sundowner.

4. Yalong Bay in China: At the same latitude as Hawaii, Hainan is where mainland Chinese come to get that Waikiki feeling without leaving home. While Yalong Bay, near Sanya on Hainan’s southern tip, may lack Polynesia’s heaving surf and swaying skirts, its broad white beaches are better than many in Hawaii. Fishing villages and rice farms once rimmed Yalong Bay’s 7km strand. In their place, quality resorts harvest the disposable incomes of China’s leisure class.

5. China Beach in Vietnam: China Beach, on Vietnam’s central coast near Da Nang, is 30km long and has numerous resorts and restaurants, especially around Bai Non Nuoc. The specific section of the China Beach of Vietnam War and television series fame is known locally as Bai Tam My Khe. Here, you can see fishermen paddle out through its breaking waves in flimsy wicker coracles and then, after fishing, surf right back in again.
6. Calangute in India: “Christmas in Goa” was the mantra for heliotropic (and psychotropic) hippies on the 1970s “Overland Trail”. Calangute’s palm-fringed shoreline was annually invaded by some of the most upbeat and beat-up minds of their generation; today it is simply built-up. Over-development hasn’t been kind to Calangute’s little fishing hamlets, but its Arabian Sea full moons are as spellbinding as ever.
7. Dungun in Malaysia: The east coast of Malaysia is a sleeping secret. Macaque monkeys swing like tiny Tarzans through a tree canopy that borders the South China Sea. Beyond the trees, Dungun, an empty swoop of beach, is one of Malaysia’s least-exploited shores. Offshore is Tenggol Island, part of Terengganu Marine Park, where you can snorkel and scuba dive amid gin-and-tonic clear waters alive with turtles, grouper, wrasse and jacks.
8. Occheuteal in Cambodia: Sihanoukville (aka Kompong Som) on Cambodia’s pretty south coast is home to five fine beaches, even though the best one, Sokha, is reserved for a private hotel’s guests. Sokha’s neighbour, Occheuteal Beach, comes a close second with its long stretch of white sand lined with pine trees. Popular with Cambodians and travellers alike, Occheuteal’s far northern end has become a backpacker hangout.
9. Mae Nam in Thailand: Koh Samui’s east coast strands are almost too well known. Head up to the north coast to snoozy Mae Nam, where the sands may be narrower, but you’re not sharing them with the crowds. The water is clear and calm, the palm trees shady. In the distance you can see a flotilla of blue-grey islands that drifts just north of Samui, including Ko Phangan and Ang Thong Marine Park, where the beaches are truly empty. Check out the Miskawaan Estate right on the Mae Nam beach!
10. Kenting in Taiwan: The semi-tropical landscape of southern Taiwan is a surprise until you remember that the island’s earlier Portuguese name, Formosa, means “beautiful.” The name still fits. Unhurried and warm, Kenting, at the rugged southernmost tip of the island, has reasonable beaches for swimming, diving and surfing, plus an 18,000-ha national park.

"These top ten beaches of Asia will provide us a guide to which beaches we are to take our grand vacations."

Cacao Pearl - a luxury eco resort

by Jessica

This week, a surprising eco endeavor was announced in the travel arena: the world’s first non-profit, green resort community, which will be built on a 124-acre private island on the northern tip of the Palawan Biosphere Reserve in the Philippines.

The Cacao Pearl, Palawan, is raising eyebrows with a hearty commitment to donate 100 percent of operating profits to local environment protection and social improvements.

The upscale resort, complete with an infinity pool, spa, and organic gardens and bar, was designed exclusively for Cacao Resorts by former film art director Antonio Calvo (think “Pride & Prejudice” and “Love Actually”) and will be developed using sustainable construction, ethical management practices and ecologically responsible operations. At the end of the day, 100 percent renewable energy and operating profits will be funneled back into the local community.

"Cacao pearl would be a best place to enjoy the beauty of nature at a very low environmental cost"

Philippines Luxury Resorts

Philippines luxury resort hotels are surrounded by bright blue seas, coconut palms, beautiful coral and colorful fish for you to explore on your exclusive luxury travel vacation. Discover the Philippines, with over 7 107 idyllic islands with a beautiful coastline, numerous outdoor attractions and Philippines luxury resorts hotels. Many visitors comment on the pristine white powder-soft beaches and Philippines luxury resorts surrounded by turquoise and emerald glimmering azure waters. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy scuba diving and swimming amongst the spectacular, colorful coral underwater gardens of the Philippines. The coral gardens are the major draw card of the Philippines and allure many on luxury travel holidays. However, above all you will enjoy immersing yourself in the rich culture and mixing with the warm, friendly and fascinating locals who pride themselves on delivering legendary first-class hospitality and service. Experience their genuine hospitality when you stay in your choice of one of the Philippines luxury resort hotels sprinkled along the dramatic coastline. Exclusive Philippines luxury resorts include Blue Crystal Beach Resort, Coco Beach Island Resort and Mandala Spa Borocay Island.

Exclusive Philippines luxury resort hotels are nestled amongst breathtaking scenery boasting magnificent natural assets with idyllic tropical islands and beautiful islets which are rich in varied marine life which you can enjoy on a luxury travel holiday. The Philippines is steeped in a rich history with numerous idyllic remote islands boasting magnificent colorful coral underwater gardens several Philippines luxury resort hotels just off the coast of the Philippines. The vibrant bustling cities of the Philippines will fascinate you as will the dramatic landscape on your exclusive luxury travel holiday. Manila, the capital is located on the beautiful east coast boasting numerous trendy shops, Philippines luxury resort hotels, cafes and fine-dining restaurants. A holiday in the Philippines is guaranteed to be etched in your mind forever.

The climate in the Philippines is generally very warm, sunny and pleasant making it a fantastic luxury travel holiday destination spot with numerous Philippines luxury resort hotels lining the dramatic coastline. The weather in the Philippines is described as being tropical and marine. Between the months of November and April there is a northeast monsoon and between May and October there is a southwest monsoon.

The currency in the Philippines is the Philippine Peso (PHP). ATM's are handily located on most downtown streets for your ease and convenience and nearby all of the major Philippines luxury resort hotels located along the dramatic coastline.

Flying to the Philippines for an exclusive luxury travel vacation is very convenient, comfortable and hassle-free. There are numerous non-stop flights that fly to and from Clark International Airport, Francisco Bangoy International Airport, Mactan Cebu International Airport, Subic Bay International Airport, Zamboanga International Airport and Laoag International Airport. All of the Philippines luxury resort hotels are located within easy driving distance of at least one of the airports in the Philippines. The airlines serving the Philippines include Philippine Airlines and Olympic Airways& just to name a few.

"Having your vacation in one of the Philippine luxury resort could be very rewarding"

Ayala resort is one of world’s greenest

By Tessa Salazar


MANILA, Philippines – Ayala land Inc.’s first eco-friendly leisure development in Morong town, Bataan province has been recognized by United States-based Hospitality Design Magazine.

Anvaya Cove, according to an ALI statement, was the only Asian entry that made it as finalist under the green and sustainable category. The New York-based publication, however, did not indicate in its website how many entries competed in the category.

Forested foothills

Inquirer Property’s previous Anvaya Cove feature describes ALI utilizing the template of a 320-hectare land of forested foothills of mango and narra trees, the peak elevation of 130 meters then rolling down from a backdrop of mountains meeting the sea.

During development of the resort, the natural groves of mango trees were untouched, even if the area offered tempting lease opportunities. Around the mango grove alone, a 10,000-sq-m Mango Grove Park was built to protect over 50-year-old mango trees.

Its water exploration area was moved farther out, since the area originally chosen was found out to have nesting eagle owls. There’s also the nesting grounds of sea turtles (pawikan) which also had to be “shorelined” (delineated) for protection from potential beachcombers.

Furthermore, on the other side of the cove, which forms a second cove, an elevated pond had also been declared a sanctuary of Philippine mallards (ducks).

The Wild Bird Club of the Philippines helped identify which species were present, and what trees served as their habitat.

Security guards, who were the first to be assigned on site, were given additional training by the World Wildlife Fund and the Bantay Pawikan Inc., a community-based conservation center in Morong, on how to take care of the eggs left behind by the parent sea turtles.

Structures utilizing locally available materials and passive solar energy features were designed to respond to climatic conditions such as heat, humidity and heavy rains. More than 60 percent of the site was also preserved as open space.

Sustainable principles

In a statement, Anvaya Cove’s senior architect Manny Illana said: “The design and planning of Anvaya Cove followed sustainable principles in order to create an eco-resort-like residential development that was within easy reach of Manila.”

He added: “From the onset of this project, the development team agreed that emphasis was needed to be placed on protecting and enhancing the physical attributes and habitats of the site. This meant designing roadways that curved around to avoid mature trees, choosing lighting fixtures that would not disorient pawikans as they come home to Anvaya Cove to nest, and creating amenities like the Nature Camp that would be a venue for interacting with nature as well as promoting conservation.”

"This is one of the kind resort that incorporates architecture with sustainable use and protection of natural resources"

New Marriott Hotel Manila

MANILA, Philippines - The much-anticipated opening of the latest addition to the Marriott International list of premium hotels this August will be spearheaded by the new Marriott Hotel Manila’s first general manager, Richard Martin Saul.

With a mission to make every business trip a pleasure and every vacation the trip of a lifetime, Marriott Hotel Manila is set to be the destination for fun, relaxation and enjoyment.

As the first hotel to open in the world-class tourism complex of Resorts World at Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila boasts of full-feature five-star accommodations and world-class service. With 342 exquisite rooms, spa and ballroom, the hotel lends an inviting air that exudes class and comfort.

The beautiful lobby, with spectacular views of the Villamor Golf Club’s fairways, showcases the kind of luxury that the hotel has to offer.

Also a significant part of the Marriott Hotel Manila experience are the appealing dining options it offers: the Marriott Café, an all-day-dining restaurant; the Cru Steakhouse, a specialty grill; and Velocity, an entertainment bar. Also on the same level is The Lounge, which is designed for relaxing whether as a place to socialize or to enjoy private time.

The new Marriott Hotel Manila is ideally located in Resorts World at Manila in Newport City, right across the NAIA Terminal 3, offering splendid views of the Villamor Golf Club.

“We hope people will embrace Marriott Hotel Manila as a terrific venue for weddings, meetings, dining and entertainment and many other purposes,” says Saul. “We are proud to be popular and well-regarded by the business community, residents of Manila as well as foreign visitors.”

"Marriott Hotel would be a very splendid place for luxury events"