Planning a trip? Those who love to travel know the essence of all travel is about you and your enjoyment. Travelers know that the destination is a major part in planning a trip, experiencing and delving deeper into an unfamiliar places, people and culture is paramount.
Expand your horizons and set your sight to the Philippines, an off the beaten path travel site! An undiscovered paradise made of thousands of islands and white sand beaches all around! A tiny dot in the map of the world, and yet a haven for travelers, backpackers, retirees and even passersby.
It offers awesome tourist attractions, magnificent beaches, hot spring resorts, colorful festivals, hundreds of scenic spots and world-class hotels and facilities. Not to mention the tropical climate, the affordable prices as well as the friendly and hospitable, English-speaking people! You will be glad you came, and we’re sure, you WILL come back for more FUN in the Philippines!
BEACHES IN MASBATE
I had seen some photos of Masbate beaches previously, but I had no idea they would be this incredible. My friend Edward told me that, after a friend visited Port Vega (above), she told him it was just as nice as Sugar Beach in Bantayan Island, Cebu. I laughed, thinking how impossible that is, but then our boat pulled up to the scene below. It really is true! Read More: https://www.idreamedofthis.com/2015/09/18/masbate-best-tourist-free-beaches-philippines/
Buntod Reef
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More than 12 years after the Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary was opened to the public in 2001, this piece of paradise amid the sea is now the top tourist destination in the island-province of Masbate. The sanctuary has a 250-hectare white sandbar and is located in the sea waters off Barangays Nursery and Tugbo. The Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary is one of the best destinations in the province frequently visited by local and foreign tourists.
The sanctuary is home to pelagic fishes but fishing is strictly prohibited in this area. It is classified as No. 2 most resilient marine sanctuary on climate change adaptation in Central Philippines. It accentuates the eco-tourism aspect of the so called Albay-Sorsogon-Masbate (Almasor) alliance created by the Bicol Regional Development Council.
The Buntod Marine Sanctuary is home to unique marine life forms and beautiful coral gardens, making it also an ideal diving spot for snorkeling, scuba diving and bird watching. The sandbar has nipa huts and cottages for tourists. Today, this reef is considered as one of the top marine sanctuaries in the country. Read More: http://www.cebu-philippines.net/masbate-buntod-reef.html
Lasala Beach
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Another beach destination in Masbate that was made famous by a tragic accident (the death of former Interior Secretary Jesse Robredo, whose plane crashed off the coast of this resort), Lasala Beach served as the command post for the rescue and recovery attempts. The resort has quaint cottages and huts, which tourists can rent at truly affordable rates. Read More: http://www.philippinebeachholidays.com/philippine-beach-holidays-a-visitors-guide-to-the-finest-most-relaxing-beaches-in-masbate/
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Explore the Hidden Beauty of Masbate
Top Tourist Attractions in Masbate
Colorful Festivals and Events in Masbate
Magnificent Beaches in Masbate
How to Have Fun in Masbate
Masbate Photo Gallery
Masbate Video Collection