Bohol Paradise

Relax in a breathtaking panorama overlooking the islands and experience celestial comfort with the modern amenities and sumptuous food of Bohol Plaza Resort and Restaurant. Live the romance of the night with the glitter of stars that transforms the view intoa world of fantasy.

FACILITIES

Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi

The pool at Bohol Plaza Resort is tropical oasis accented by awnings, brightly colored flowers and dozens of varieties of leafypalms. The result is a lush paradise that invites a lazy toll by thewater. Complimentary towels and lounge chairs are provided to all guests. The cocktail and the snack bar serve bottled water,juices and sodas. It has television with cable, telephone, children floaters and changing room. It has also sundries, suntan lotion, dive maskand sun glasses available for sale.

Functions

An open function hall with maximumcapacity of 100 persons. A great place fordining with friends and loved ones.

Restaurant

Enjoy the view while having coffe,snack or eating Alwen’s Cafe

Contact Information
Bohol Plaza Resort & Restaurant
Panglao Island, Dayo Hill, Mayacabac, Dauis, Bohol, The Philippines
E-mail: info@boholplazaresort.com
Phone : +63 (38) 5000882
+63 (38) 5001019
Cell phone :  +639165046744
+639165844742
+639184584019
Fax: +63 (38) 5000970
Website : http://boholplazaresort.com

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A place where intuition is at home.

Fragrant woods. Soft shapes. Natural colours. At THE ANANYANA all impressions merge together and form a unique harmonic ambience. And if you look closely you will see why: The love for detail is all-consuming.

The visitor is submerged in a sea of living charm and authentic aesthetics. You don’t see things – you breathe them. You don’t forget time – you dream it away. You don’t use your senses – you feel them. Here you live and experience things more intensely.

All suites are spaciously arranged. The unique family suites cover two floors and include a fascinating semi-open bathroom. King size beds and an ultramodern, extra-silent air conditioning system ensure a quiet refreshing sleep. And each morning the visitor is greeted with a breathtaking view from the balcony or patio of the impressive vegetation and the crystal clear ocean. 

Ananyana Beach Resort

Contact Person: Patrick Ritter
Address: Lot 2-C, Doljo Beach, Panglao, Bohol
Phone: +63 38 502 8101
Fax: +63 38 502 8101
Email: info@ananyana.com
Website: http://www.ananyana.com/

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The beautiful Bohol was the destination for this year’s HSBC Nature Trip. It’s an annual thing bringing staff volunteers to different provinces in the Philippines where environmental awareness is being promoted. I am one of the lucky staff this year!We stayed in Bohol Bee Farm where everything is bee-and-honey-themed. It’s definitely a beautiful place with fantastic people, a great view and good food – I just love the honey-and-cheese muffins!

Cambuhat River – we trekked the still waters of Cambuhat river riding a 2-seater banca. One wrong move and you’re swimming in the oyster-inhabited river! The villagers welcomed us with a hand-made oyster necklace and a cultural dance. Best part? They served us a very yummy seafood feast! I was kinda hesitant to try the ‘takla” (a cross-over of shrimp and lobster) though – but definitely, it tastes better than it sounds.

Loboc River – my favorite part of the trip is when we cruised this river riding a floating restaurant. I had this surreal feeling while trekking the Loboc River and being serenaded by a local villager. Our raft even came across another similar one with only two guests on board—yes, a couple! It was so sweet.

Dauis Church – known for the miraculous water from its in-house well, this church also appeals tourists for its amazing structure. The bell-tower located at the back of the church is definitely a must-see.

Baclayon Church – the second oldest stone church in the Philippines (the San Agustin Church in Intramuros is the oldest) which stands alongside its museum is also a must-see. The Museo houses a variety of antique church artifacts – from the song books to the priest’s chair (I really don’t know what it’s called). On the way to this church, we saw a century old balete tree which is said to be so big that 10 persons can fit inside.

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We woke up at 5:30 to catch the sunrise. Joy and Lyca swam, while I walked further along the beach to take pictures. While taking a picture of the sunrise, the man nearby asked me, “You like taking pictures?”I knew that the Filipino tourist had mistaken me for a foreigner. I said, “Yes, and I’m a local!” For a moment he was taken aback. I could not fault him for his mistake. Everyone else did in Bohol. The first time Joy and I went down the beach, a boatman had asked us, “Japanese, Korean, Chinese?” We sisters laughed and said, “No! Pinoys!” And they were surprised to hear us talk to them in Bisaya.

Leo, the fellow sunrise photographer, told me he thought I was Vietnamese. I had worn my Mao cap and eyeglasses that morning.It was going to be a long day for us because we would tour Bohol’s famous sights. Mang Domeng would be our driver and tour guide. The seven-stop itinerary was standard: Blood Compact Site, Baclayon Church, Giant Python, Loboc River Cruise, Tarsier, Chocolate Hills, and Hanging Bridge. The Blood Compact Site we decided to see last to get a headstart on the crowd.

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I just recently spent my summer vacation in Bohol and I want to share the my experiences to the whole blogosphere and to anyone who’s planning to go there.

Let me make it clear: Bohol is a very fine place. It’s still not in the league of Boracay, but it’s definitely a step ahead of Puerto Galera. The places I was able to visit were Panglao Island and Alona Beach. Bohol seems to have a thriving diving industry since the beach front of Alona had numerous diving clubs.

Resorts

As far as the resorts I was able to stay in, Panglao Island Nature Resort is A+. Their service is great and the staff very friendly. Their facilities is also top-notch. While relatively pricier, I would recommend Nature Resort to anybody with extra cash to spend– It’s all worth it.

On the second day, I transferred to Alona Kew Resort in Alona Beach. I won’t be the first person to say that the difference between Alona Kew and Nature Resort is very glaring. It’s pretty understandable given their different price range, but there are better alternatives if you are planning to stay in the Alona Beach front. I’d recommend looking at Isis Bungalows or Lost Horizons. Better yet, check in to Alona Palm Beach Resort if you’re going on a splurge.

That’s it for now. I’ll continue tomorrow where I’ll be blogging about the tours and destinations in Bohol. I’ll even throw in a pic or two.

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This resort is located in Barangay Danao, Alona beach, in a lush tropical garden setting. only 5 minutes walk from the sea and 20 minutes walk from the famous Alona beach in the island of Panglao, Island Bohol. This is the perfect place for family vacations honeymooners or for people that just want to relax in a quiet, private, lush tropical paradise. The resort boasts of two secluded and comfortable Lumbungs (traditional native Philippine style Balinese rice barns.)

The Alumbungs is a small tropical garden approximately 25 minutes away from Tagbilaran and five minutes ride from the renowned Alona Beach. The special shape of the nippa roof villas is derived from the typical Balinese Lumbung structure where the upper part of each hut served as a rice barn and the bottom part as a meeting place for the family. Below is a slide show of our homes.

The Alumbungs upper floor brings you a spacious tropical room and the ground floor perfect for lounging around or preparing a meal in our fully furnished kitchens. Relax and enjoy living in a different pace of life.

Perfect for a week-end retreat or a few weeks diving or exploring the island, the cottages are Asian inspired. These 60sqm native-modern houses are all tiled at the ground floor, while the first floor has mahogany. Sleeping is done upstairs in an ultra rustic bedroom under the steep soaring arch of the lumbung roof, while the ground floor is reserved for the kitchen, bathroom and lanai where you can take a rest in your own native hammock.

Bedrooms have two double beds and a fan. The kitchen has a refrigerator, 2 burner electric stove, and all the essentials for you to prepare a meal. A small menu is also available on request. Free High-Speed wireless internet is also available throughout the property for all guests.

Alumbung Beach Resort Contact Details
Tel. +63 38 502 5528
Mobile +63 927 443 1769
Website : http://www.alumbungbohol.com
Reservations : http://ecochest.com/alumbungbohol/reservations.html
Email : info@alumbungbohol.com

Alumbung Resort Rates
as of April, 2007.
1 Alumbung NIGHTLY 1,500.00 pesos
1 Alumbung WEEKLY 10,000.00 pesos
The above rates are for 1 or 2 guests only, additional persons will be charged 200.00 per day.

The Alumbung can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests.

Monthly and long term rates are also available on request

TRANSFER TO TAGBILARAN PORT OR AIRPORT (20 KM)

One way: 500 pesos (1 or 2 persons) / 600 pesos (3 persons and up)
Round trip : 900 pesos (1 or 2 persons) / 1200 pesos (3 persons and up)

BOAT TRIPS, ISLAND TOURS, MOTORCYCLE AND BICYCLE RENTALS,
MASSAGES, PEDICURE AND MANICURE CAN BE ARRANGED UPON REQUEST