A Weekend in Bohol

My niece Suzette teased me about my blogging only about my foreign travels, never on my local trips. Gave that a thought, and decided I should have really done some. Not so much for myself, but more for those who may wish to check out some of our local sites. Frankly, I enjoyed these trips around our islands just as much as I enjoyed my foreign travels. Perhaps I only felt compelled to write about...

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To Bohol: I shall return!

I have lots of stories to tell. I've been holding it up in the past few days since I got home. If you've read my previous post you knew that I've been to Bohol. Lets get the ball rolling.My mom fetched me at the airport of Tagbilaran last thursday afternoon, then we went to Ate Rachel's wedding reception at Bohol Tropics. Yup, I'm talking about wedding reception here and just a bit of FYI, Ate Rachel...

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Experience Sweet Serenity at Bohol Bee Farm

On our recent trip to Bohol to accomplish an important family task, we paid a quick visit to Bohol Bee Farm in Dauis, Panglao Island, Bohol. It is a sprawling recreational complex where you could experience countryside living at its finest. It is famous among tourists for its bee products, enchanting surroundings and the scrumptious organic food served in its in-house restaurant. (Organic farming...

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The future of Bohol's tarsiers, one of Philippines' endangered species

I am always against tarsiers or any animal for that matter, to be caged. Like what I wrote on my sidebar (see right portion), the tarsiers in Bohol, specifically in Loboc areas are stressed to the maximum level due to the influx of tourists day and night. One does not have to be a scientist or an expert to see and conclude that these tarsiers are highly stressed.One basic example of tolerated neglect...

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Mag-Aso Falls in Antequera

Another favorite tourist spot for adventures is the Mag-Aso falls in the municipality of Antequera. It can be reached within 30 minutes from Tagbilaran City. It is about 25 feet tall and situated on anice backdrop of lush greens composed mainly of towering trees. The area where Mag-Aso falls is located The sound of chirping birds, swaying trees, and cascading waters are truly a treat, especially...

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