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Libanon Beach

Libanon Beach

by Jane Dacumos on September 4, 2012
Sorsogon is gradually gaining recognition as a province with of some of the most elegant beaches in Asia and even the world. Its many spectacular beaches from its extensive coastline that stretches hundreds of miles are definitely some of many reasons why the province has become one of the most favorite destinations for many locals and foreigners alike. One should discover an exquisite beach that Sorsogon is proud of – Libanon Beach located in San Juan, Bacon.
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Quirino Grandstand: Host of Many Significant Events

Quirino Grandstand: Host of Many Significant Events

by Jhaypee Guia on September 4, 2012
In 1949, a permanent grandstand, a replica of the Independence Grandstand, was completed along Manila Bay situated near Rizal Park. It is a place where President Elpidio Quirino was sworn in after winning the presidential election. Since then, newly-elected Presidents of the Philippines traditionally take their oath of office and deliver their inaugural address to the nation in the grandstand, which was later renamed after President Quirino. Joseph Estrada and Benigno"Noynoy" Aquino III are some of the presidents who took their oath at Quirino Granstand.
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Living in Luxury at Misibis Bay

Living in Luxury at Misibis Bay

by Jane Dacumos on September 4, 2012
Searching for that perfect place to spend that hard-earned vacation? Dreaming for a perfect vacation together with your loved ones? Head to the beautiful province of Albay where you can find a must-see destination that offers one of the best experiences one can have – Misibis Bay.
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SM City Tarlac

SM City Tarlac

by Jhaypee Guia on September 4, 2012
SM City Tarlac is a shopping mall owned by SM Prime Holdings. It is the first SM Supermall in the province of Tarlac located along MacArthur Highway, Brgy. San Roque, Tarlac City, Tarlac. The mall has a total floor area of 103,340 m2 (1,112,300 sq ft) on a 34,385 m2 (370,120 sq ft) land area. SM City Tarlac was opened to the public on April 30, 2010, after almost 2 years of planning and construction.
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Matukad Island and the Hidden Lagoon

Matukad Island and the Hidden Lagoon

by Jane Dacumos on September 4, 2012
Caramoan in the province of Camarines Sur is steadily becoming known as a prime tourist destination of unparallelled beauty and has already been referred by many as the next Boracay. It is loved by the adventurous because of its many spectacular attractions that offer different exciting activities including diving, swimming, snorkeling and spelunking. One of its many fascinating attractions is the Matukad Island and its Hidden Lagoon.
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Lambingan Falls

Lambingan Falls

by Jhaypee Guia on September 3, 2012
A romantic hideaway marked by huge boulders that deflect the cascade from the heights, the park is complimented by other tourism potentials that is constantly developed for the town's beautification because of its lush greenery. The falls has a natural pool with cool surroundings, ideal for swimming and picnics.
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Outland Adventure at Davao City

Outland Adventure at Davao City

by Jane Dacumos on September 3, 2012
Just 10 minutes from downtown Davao City you can find the one of the fastest ziplines in Asia. Outland Adventure offers its greatest pride: the Accelerator. This whopping 1,000m – long zipline humbled the 730m. flying fox of Samui Fun Park in Koh Samui in Thailand. What is more exciting is its being suspended 200 ft. from the ground, and can send a rider flying at a gut-wrenching speed of 100 km/hour.
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The Extraordinary Shell Museum of Bohol

The Extraordinary Shell Museum of Bohol

by Jane Dacumos on September 3, 2012
Panglao Island in Bohol is a veritable paradise with its tropcal climate and scenery and its splendid beaches, but one has never truly been there if one hasn’t visited the Shell Museum. This fascinating museum, owned by Mr. Quirino Hora, houses thousands of shells and other specimens marine life and is one of the main attractions of the island.
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Palacio del Gobernador

Palacio del Gobernador

by Jhaypee Guia on September 3, 2012
The Palacio del Gobernador is located in Plaza Roma, Gen. Luna St., Intramuros. It was the former house of Manuel Estacio de Venegas, a governor’s aide. The two-storey structure was expropriated and subsequently made the official residence and office of the Spanish governor generals in 1645 until an earthquake brought it down in 1863. It lay in ruins for almost a century until the Land Bank of the Philippines built an 8-storey building on the site in 1978. At the present, the office of the Intramuros Administration is housed here.
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Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center Cebu

Cebu Business Park and Ayala Center Cebu

by Jane Dacumos on September 3, 2012
Thje Cebu Business Park (CBP) is a 50-hectare master-planned development in Cebu City. It integrates business, residential, sports, recreation, and leisure facilities. The centerpiece of the business park is the 9-hectare Ayala Center Cebu shopping mall, which draws more than 85,000 people daily, with the figure increasing to 135,000 on weekends.
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