Pangapog Festival, Samal 2014

August 1-7 | Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte.

A thanksgiving festival hoping for a good harvest in the coming year, the Pangapog Festival features a colorful parade with street dancing, singing and traditional dances. The festival showcases the rich culture and heritage of the Sama tribe indigenous to the region.

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Worldeventsguide.com

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SUNKEN CEMETERY HISTORY

CATARMAN, CAMIGUIN — This island’s famous Sunken Cemetery, marked by a cross standing in the middle of the sea, resulted from the birth of Mount Vulcan in 1871.

The island of Camiguin is of volcanic origin and composed of four young “stratovolcanoes” overlying older volcanic structures. These include Mt. Vulcan and Mount Hibok-Hibok, still considered active having last erupted in 1953.

History records show that Mount Vulcan started as a volcanic fissure on April 30, 1871 after weeks of earthquakes on the island. After continuously spewing out lava into the sea, it gained a height of nearly 2,000 feet and submerged areas of Catarman, including the former capitol’s cemetery.

Today, all that remains of old Catarman are the ruins of an ancient Spanish San Roque church, a convent and a bell tower.

Remnants of the structures and gravestones of the cemetery were still seen during low tide until 1948 when Mount Vulcan erupted for the fourth time, which buried the area deeper by 20 feet. In 1982, a large cross was built on the solidified lava to mark this old gravesite.

This cross is a favorite subject for photographers providing a focal point for astonishing shots of sunsets in Camiguin. Check out these great looking set of photos.

69space.com also includes Camiguin in its list of the top 10 dive spots in the Philippines. The cemetery is a popular spot, between 5 to 20 meters one can find gravestones already gilded with colorful soft and hard corals inhabited by abundant marine life.

In this post for Trifter.com, Unofre Pili has this to say about the unique market: “Seeing this large and imposing cross against the background of a crimson sunset ends up one contemplating things divine.”

How to get to Camiguin:

The closest airport to Camiguin is in Cagayan de Oro City. From there, head for the bus terminal in Agora Market. Take a bus to Balingoan town and then hop on a ferry bound for Camiguin Island. The trip usually takes an hour before you reach Benoni Wharf of Mahinog, which is 17 kilometers from the capital town of Mambajao.

You can also take a three-hour ferry ride from the Cagayan de Oro Ferry Terminal to the town of Guinsiliban in Camiguin.

3Days Camiguin Day Tour Package – P3,925 per pAx (min. of 2)

Inclusive of:
• Pick Up from the resort/hotel
• Whole Day Camiguin Countryside Tours
• All Entrance Fees to Tourist Destinations
• Transportation for Countryside tours
• Motorized Boat for White Island Hopping
• Motorized Boat for Mantigue Island Hopping
• Driver/Fuel/Tour Guide

Itinerary:
Day 1:
• Pick-up from the resort/hotel
• Start of Camiguin Island Hopping Tours
1) White Island Hopping
2)Mantigue Island Hopping
• End of Tour, Return to Resort

Day 2:
• Pick-up from resort/hotel
• Start of Island Hopping Tour
Walkway to Old Vulcan via Crucis
Sunken Cemetery
Guiob Old Church Ruins
Soda Water Pool
Sto. Nino Cold Spring
• End of Tour, Return to Resort

Day 3:
• Pick-up from resort/hotel
Katibawasan Falls
Ardent Hibok-Hibok Spring
Check-out from Resort (pick-Up)
Pasalubong Shopping (optional)
• Camiguin Airport

Note: Itinerary can be interchange. Meals are Not included. Airfare Not included. Guest can ask the tour guide for the best nearest restaurant/food establishment during the tour.

Travel Packages available upon request/inquiry:
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Launches Flights to Camiguin Island!

CEB LAUNCHES NEW DESTINATION.

Cebu PAcific launches new destinations to Camiguin ISland.

MANILA, Philippines - Cebu Pacific has announced the launch of domestic flights from Cebu to new destinations:  Camiguin Island in Northern Mindanao.

The low cost carrier will begin their flights to these new destinations on April 15 for Camiguin using their ATR 72-500 aircraft fleet.

The flights from Cebu to Camiguin will operate 3 times a week every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, departing CEbu at 6:45am and arriving in Camiguin at 7:25am.  The return will depart Camiguin at 7:45am and arrive in Cebu at 8:25am.

Camiguin is knowd for its volcanoes, hot and cold springs, the famous "LANZONES FESTIVAL" every October and Sunken Cemetery.  Camiguin was previously accessible only by bus, fast craft or ferry from Cagayan de Oro.

To introduce these routes, Cebu Pacific is holding a 1 Piso seat sale last March 7 to 8, 2013 until seats last for travel from November 1 to December 12, 2013 and from January 13 to March 31, 2014.

After the seat sale period, the lowest year round fares start at P588 for the Cebu-Camiguin route.

Camiguin Tourism Office made its recent announcement on the final schedule of the Lanzones Festinal 2014.

For everyone's convenience, like most tourist who travel to Camiguin they avail of the travel agency services.

When you travel...travel with peace of mind.

The Avielle Travel and Tours recently made a partnership agreement with Camiguin Transport Services.  These two agencies work hand-in-hand to give the best out of Camiguin.

To introduce these packages, Camiguin 2days, 1Nights package, Avielle Travel and toursis holding a Php 3,666 per head last March 1, 2014 on a First Book, First Vacation basis.

Travel Itinerary is:

1st Day:  Pick-up Camiguin Port (Seaport/Airport)

                 Transfer to resort/accommodation (Check-In Luggages)

                 Start Camiguin Countryside tours

                  *Walkway to Old Vulcan via Crucis

                  *Sunken Cemetery

                  *Guiob Old Church Ruins

                  *Soda Water Pool

                  *Sto. Nino Cold Spring

                  *Katibawasan Falls

                  *Ardent Hibok-Hibok Spring (End of Tour)

                  Back to Resort/Accommodation

2nd Day:  White Island Hopping/tour

                   Mantigue Island Hopping

                   Ostrich Farm

                   J&A Fishpen/Lagoon

                   Zipline Zone

                   Kibila Giant Clams (End of Tour)

                   Back to Resort/Accommodation

Inclusions stated are:

*Vehicle transfers and tours from Airport/Benoni Seapot

*Camiguin Countryside tours (No Time Limit)

*All Entrance Fees to Tourist Destinations

*Motorize Boat for Island Hopping

*Driver, Fuel, Tour Guide Fees

*Personal Accident Insurance - P50,000/each

*2Days1Night Accommodation (without Breakfast)

Note: 

• Groups from 6pax and Up will get Free Complimentary T-Shirt and a Souvenir Item.
• Travel Package Airfare are NOT included.
• Meals during the Entire Tour Package are NOT included, unless Requested by the Guest.
• To confirm a Reservation, a Full Payment is required.

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It's More Fun in Kalibo, Boracay, Philippines!

Introduction

Best known as the gateway to the world-famous white sand beaches of Boracay Island and the site of the Ati-Atihan Festival every January, Kalibo is more than just a jump-off point for beachcombers.  When the loud drumming and spirited dancing is over, the laidback town's religious traditions remain strong, and Kalibo yakes pride in its history and natural wonders.  Organized in the 13th century by settlers from Borneo, this heart of Aklan province reveals hidden treasures to those with the will to take the ubiquitous tricyle around town and beyond.

Read the full article here> http://www.airasia.com/travel3sixty/destinations/kalibo?


Best of Kalibo
 1.  White Beach, Boracay
     Powdery white sands, clear shallow waters and endless island wive draw both locals and foreigners to one of the workld's most famous beach all year round.

2.  Bulabog Beach, Boracay
     From November to April, the other side of Boracay comes to life with kiteboarders and windsurfers.

3.  Ariel's Point
     A half-hour boat ride away from Boracay, Ariel's Point offers five cliff diving platforms 3 to 13 meters above the water.

4.  Island Hopping
     Lest your friendly boatman take you around the island for snorkeling and fish feeding, sightseeing at Crocodile Island and Crystal Cove, or just chilling out on Puka Beach.
5.  Bakhawan Ecopark
     This lush 75-hectare mangrove forest offers tranquility in a former swampland.
6.  Sampaguita Garden
     Kitschy and unexpedtedly cute, Sampaguita Gardens has a fine gallery for Precious Moments ornaments and figurines.

7.  Museo It Akean
     Situated a few steps away from Kalibo Cathedral, the museum enlightens visitors about Kalibo's 800-year history.
8.  Pina
     Yes, you can wear a pineapple.  Weaving the fiber from pienapple leaves is a unique Kalibo specialty.
9.  Seafood
     Fresh seafood is so easy to find in Kalibo due to its proximity to the sea.

10. Fruit Shakes
      Under the hot sun, there's nothing as refreshing as the Boracay's famous fruit shakes.  Mangoes may be the fruit of choice, but the various combinations will give you a reason to try a new variant every time.

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It's More Fun in the Philippines - Davao City!

Its been a while that i have been in this beautiful city.  In my search in the internet, I came across with this site where it summarizes the great possible activities when one decided to travel this gorgeous city - Davao City.

Davao City, Philippines has everything when we talk about recreational, leisure and other activities.

This video was taken from the youtube and I decided to share it here.

In Davao City there are a lot of family friendly activities.

Here are the list of them:

1. Beach Volleyball in Davao City
2. Beaches in Davao
3. Boating in Davao
4. Cultural Activities in Davao
5. Davao Crocodile Park
6. Dining Out in Davao
7. Fishing in Davao
8. Gold in Davao
9. Japanes Tunnel
10. Mountaineering in Davao
11. Outdoor Things to Do in Davao
12. San Pedro Cathedral
13. Scuba Diving in Davao
14. Shopping in Davao
15. Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague
16. Things for Kids to Do in Davao