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North Zen in Panglao Island Brings Forth Boholano Artistry to Its Villas

North Zen in Panglao Island Brings Forth Boholano Artistry to Its Villas

From the warm people smiling up to you to give you the most hospitable welcome, to the resort's pleasing and refreshing ambiance, North Zen Villas in Brgy. Doljo, Panglao Island may just be the tropical paradise that embodies the true identity of Bohol.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Shiroyama Hotel Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Shiroyama Hotel Kagoshima

    Shiroyama Hotel’s sprawling luxury is evident through their 19 room types that each features elegant furnishings. Each room is customized to fit each kind of traveler.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Ryugu Shrine, A Matchmaking Spot in Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Ryugu Shrine, A Matchmaking Spot in Kagoshima

    Ryugu Shrine is a popular place of worship in Nagasakibana—the southernmost point of the Satsuma Peninsula in South Kagoshima.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Tokumitsu Shrine, A Historical Landmark in Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Tokumitsu Shrine, A Historical Landmark in Kagoshima

    Tokumitsu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture established to honor sailor Maeda Riemon, who introduced the sweet potato (Satsuma-imo) seedlings to Kagoshima back in 1705.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Satsuma Kiriko Glassworks Features The Art of Glass Making in Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Satsuma Kiriko Glassworks Features The Art of Glass Making in Kagoshima

    A trip to the Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko Glassworks will let you observe the step-by-step process of making Satsuma Kiriko.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Mount Sakurajima, an Active Volcano in Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Mount Sakurajima, an Active Volcano in Kagoshima

    Mount Sakurajima, one of Japan’s most active volcanoes, is located in Kyushu. It stands 1,117 meters tall, and it’s an iconic landscape that can be seen from mainland Kagoshima.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: The House at Sengan Garden, a Tour Inside Shimadzu Clan’s Residence

    JAPAN TRAVEL: The House at Sengan Garden, a Tour Inside Shimadzu Clan’s Residence

    The former residence of the Shimadzu Clan is one of the many spots that you can see in Sengan-en in Kagoshima Prefecture.
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    • Dos Hermanos Islands in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte Is An Enchanting Natural Wonder of Blue Lagoon

    Dos Hermanos Islands in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte Is An Enchanting Natural Wonder of Blue Lagoon

    Blue Lagoon in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte is home to pristine white sand beaches and breathtaking spots and sceneries. It includes two small island-like rock formations in its northern coast called the Dos Hermanos Islands.
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    • Kabigan Falls in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: A Canvas of Trails, Mountains, and Streams

    Kabigan Falls in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: A Canvas of Trails, Mountains, and Streams

    Are you looking for adventure? Head on to Brgy. Baloi, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte and trek towards the hidden Kabigan Falls where you can enjoy the sight, smell, and sound of nature!
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    • Bantay Abot Cave in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: Formed out of Nature’s Wrath and Grace

    Bantay Abot Cave in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: Formed out of Nature’s Wrath and Grace

    Ilocos Norte never lacked with majestic rock formations that leave every passerby in awe. In Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, your eyes will not miss the whale-like rock formation overlooking the great sea beyond! This rocky hill, with a hole inside, is a result of both nature's grace and calamity, making it a masterpiece in itself. Tune in with us as we take you inside Bantay Abot Cave!
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Sengan Garden, A Place of Scenic Beauty in Kagoshima

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Sengan Garden, A Place of Scenic Beauty in Kagoshima

    Sengan Garden is a historical landmark in Kagoshima Prefecture built by the Shimadzu clan.
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    • TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos in Pagudpud: A Serene Sanctuary By The Sea

    TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos in Pagudpud: A Serene Sanctuary By The Sea

    TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos is a transient house and restobar near the famous twin island—Dos Hermanos. Located in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, this private home near the island reef is a Filipino-Mediterranean inspired home that combines both an old and modern touch.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Sunamushi Onsen, A Hot Spring Experience Under the Sand

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Sunamushi Onsen, A Hot Spring Experience Under the Sand

    Sunamushi Onsen in Ibusuki, Kagoshima Prefecture is a hot spring experience that is known to have health and beauty benefits.
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    • Bellagio Hills Hotel in Paoay, Ilocos Norte: Italian Luxury in the North

    Bellagio Hills Hotel in Paoay, Ilocos Norte: Italian Luxury in the North

    Inspired by the regal beauty of the Bellagio town in Lake Como, Italy, Paoay’s very own Bellagio Hills Hotel is the perfect lifestyle and luxury resort for all your relaxation needs.
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    • Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

    Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

    Sitting on top of a hill overlooking the large waves of the West Philippine Sea is Cape Bojeador Lighthouse built during the Spanish Colonial period.
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    • REFMAD Farms Highlights Dragonfruit Benefits from Hopia to Bath Soaps

    REFMAD Farms Highlights Dragonfruit Benefits from Hopia to Bath Soaps

    REFMAD Farms Dragon Fruit Plantation & Resort, located in Brgy. Paayas in the municipality of Burgos in Ilocos Norte, is known to many as the biggest Dragon Fruit farm in Ilocos!
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    • Casa Consuelo in Blue Lagoon, Pagudpud Is a Sanctuary Overlooking the Twin Island

    Casa Consuelo in Blue Lagoon, Pagudpud Is a Sanctuary Overlooking the Twin Island

    Snorkel your way to the marine life and hike towards the island during low tide to see the beauty beneath the West Philippine Sea at Casa Consuelo.
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    • Pannzian Beach and Mountain Resort in Pagudpud: Every Traveler’s Dream Retreat Haven

    Pannzian Beach and Mountain Resort in Pagudpud: Every Traveler’s Dream Retreat Haven

    Pannzian Beach Resort offers the best of nature, from the unpopulated beach, blue waters to towering mountains, and cold breeze - except cell phone signals, television sets, and other high-tech amenities. This resort values the simplicity of life away from any urban distraction promoting a stress-free and healthy lifestyle.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Haiya Dance, A Summer Festival Performance in Kumamoto

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Haiya Dance, A Summer Festival Performance in Kumamoto

    Haiya dance is performed in Amakusa, Kumamoto Prefecture at the end of July to early August during summer.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Ashikita Utasebune, Where Tourists Can Enjoy a Fishing Cruise!

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Ashikita Utasebune, Where Tourists Can Enjoy a Fishing Cruise!

    One of the sea-related activities to do in Kumamoto is fishing. Tourists may try to do so in Ashikita, where fishing is one of the main livelihoods of the locals.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Amakusa Santa Coming Hotel—A Santa-Inspired Accommodation in Kumamoto

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Amakusa Santa Coming Hotel—A Santa-Inspired Accommodation in Kumamoto

    It’s Christmas anywhere you look inside Amakusa Santa Coming Hotel, a quirky lodging located 20 minutes away from Amakusa Airport. The hotel, aptly named after Santa Claus, features a Santa-inspired accommodation in Kumamoto Prefecture.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Dolphin-Watching in Itsuwa, Amakusa

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Dolphin-Watching in Itsuwa, Amakusa

    In Kumamoto Prefecture, dolphin cruise is one of the most popular tourist activities to do in Amakusa. This family-friendly activity lets you see wild dolphins enjoy swimming in the seas.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Marina Franping Village Amakusa – A New Style of Camping in Kumamoto

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Marina Franping Village Amakusa – A New Style of Camping in Kumamoto

    Marina Franping Village in Amakusa takes camping to a whole new level!
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Amakusa Shuzo in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Amakusa Shuzo in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

    In Kyushu, shochu is the quintessential drink. It is also in Kyushu, particularly in Amakusa, where Amakusa Shuzo is located; one of the companies in Kumamoto known for shochu production.
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    • VIGAN TRAVEL: Syquia Mansion Museum Showcases Elegant Spanish Lifestyle of the 1800s

    VIGAN TRAVEL: Syquia Mansion Museum Showcases Elegant Spanish Lifestyle of the 1800s

    One of the most elegant examples of big stone houses in Vigan is the Syquia Mansion owned by the sixth Ilocano-born President of the Philippines Elpidio Quirino’s wife Dona Alicia Syquia Quirino.
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    • Makati Palace Hotel: Superior Comfort in the City

    Makati Palace Hotel: Superior Comfort in the City

    While most hotels and condominiums around are already too fancy, one that undeniably stands out with its Roman and Classical grandness is the Makati Hotel Palace.
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    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Oe Church, the Oldest Catholic Church in Amakusa

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Oe Church, the Oldest Catholic Church in Amakusa

    One of the churches built after the Christianity ban has been lifted is Oe Church. The present structure of the church which features a Romanesque-style was built by Fr. Garnier, a French missionary and some local parishioners in 1933.
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    • VIGAN TRAVEL: Lucy’s Antique Shop Sells Fancy Souvenirs

    VIGAN TRAVEL: Lucy’s Antique Shop Sells Fancy Souvenirs

    Lucy’s Antique Shop, situated along the historical Calle Crisologo, is home to various old items like paintings, house furniture, porcelain plates and vases, and glassware. It is located at the ground floor of the old house of Don Renato Peña and is regarded as the largest souvenir shop and the last remaining antique store in town.
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    • VIGAN TRAVEL: These Souvenirs Along Calle Crisologo Scream Filipino Craftsmanship

    VIGAN TRAVEL: These Souvenirs Along Calle Crisologo Scream Filipino Craftsmanship

    Calle Crisologo is lined with souvenir shops that can quench your thirst for trinkets for your personal keepsake or for "pasalubong" to gift to your family back home!
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    • VIGAN TRAVEL: An Interactive Wildlife Adventure at Baluarte Resort and Mini Zoo

    VIGAN TRAVEL: An Interactive Wildlife Adventure at Baluarte Resort and Mini Zoo

    One attraction that should make its cut to your Vigan travel list is this safari adventure resort that's just 10 minutes away from Calle Crisologo. Baluarte Resort and Mini Zoo is a must-visit spot in the province due to the exciting activities that people of all ages will surely enjoy.
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