Go Dancing Each Day The Panglao Way...

SITTING at the foot of Bohol just a short sea-trip from Cebu, Panglao Island has already proved itself to be the new playground of the Philippines...and thousands (if not millions) of dollars of investment money is being poured in to develop the island.
Already it has twice helped Bohol to win the Tourist Destination of the Year contest in the Philippines and hopes to help a third time at the Manila trade exhibition this September when it showcases the beauty of its beaches.
There are even plans approved by President Gloria Arroyo to develop a domestic airport on the island to take over from Tagbilaran Airport, with the intention to upgrade it to international status at some time in the future, to make it easier for the island's thousands of visitors to reach the coral-white sandy shores which surround it on all sides.

There are resorts dotted all around the sandy shores of the island, which connects to mainland Bohol at Tagbilaran and Bool via two road bridges, and each resort is situated in its own grounds on the edge of a sapphire sea.
Already well-known by scuba divers for the diversity of its fish life in the off-islands of Pamilacan, Balicasag and Pungtod, which are easily reached from the main resort area of Alona Beach, the rest of the island is also developing with top-class resorts: Land has already been put aside for a new Tourism Estate.
The off-islands sport hammerhead sharks, some rays, massive schools of jackfish and barracudas, and there

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Make The Most of Your Bohol Holiday by Janice Pelayo

Planning a vacation in Bohol, Philippines that maximizes your time and shared experiences with your loved ones can be tricky. We often get overwhelmed by the things we want to do or see while at the planned holiday destination that sometimes, if not organized carefully, we end up with a lackluster vacation that leaves us feeling short-changed instead of content with our time off from our busy lives. Thankfully, Bohol resorts and hotels often offer some appealing accommodation packages that already plan out your vacation for you.
One of these is Amorita Resort in Bohol. This resort in Panglao Island is currently offering three new packages that make your holiday woes easier to cope with. Each one promises a unique experience depending on your preferred activities during your stay. All can be availed when making reservations at any of the resort's available villas until December 31, 2010, with its rates already inclusive of VAT and local government taxes.
The Slumber Package is aimed at those who prefer an intimate and rejuvenating vacation. It entitles you to three days and two nights' accommodation, complimentary daily buffet breakfast and bottled mineral water in your room, a one time one-hour full body massage, nightly turn-down service, round-trip airport or seaport transfers from Tagbilaran to the resort and back, and a welcome drink and treat upon your arrival.
The Bohol Tourrific Package 2010 targets the adventurous tourist, offering accommodation for three days and two nights, a countryside tour, complimentary daily buffet breakfast, a one time one-hour full body massage, round-trip airport or seaport transfers from Tagbilaran to the resort and back, and a welcome drink when you arrive at the resort. The countryside tour will include fascinating local attractions such as the

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WHERE TO STAY IN BOHOL

Bohol has a large number of hotels, resorts, and other facilities for tourists. Most of these are concentrated in Tagbilaran and around Alona Beach, with a few more scattered around the island. To help you make your choice we have listed most hotels here, with some short personal comments. We often get requests for the cheapest resorts or places to stay. This, however, is an question we will answer, as it makes little sense. I think it is better to go for the best value for money, within your budget, and considering your wishes. There are expensive hotels that are worth every centavo and cheap hotels that offer great value for money, but you can also find really bad places in every price-range. The purpose of this site is to help you find a place that matches your budget and expectations. As a general rule, if you want to stay directly on the beach, you pay

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