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SURF DREAMZ – The Summer Surf Camp

Posted by admin On February - 8 - 20109 COMMENTS

We (the organizers of last years SURF BREAK in Samar) are organizing another surf camp this summer to kick start the year for young adventurous travelers. Dubbed as SURF DREAMZ – The Summer Surf Camp, will a gain be a 5day surf clinic for those who want to get into surfing. Our destination: the surfing paradise of Lanuza, Surigao del Sur. Its gonna be fun in the sun again.

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NORTHERN TOUR
Sto. Domingo Church, Tukon Radar Station, Fundacion Pacita, Valugan Boulder Beach, Naidi Hills, Vayang Ranch (Rolling Hills), Chadpidan Boulder Beach

SOUTHERN TOUR
Chawa View Deck, Mahatahataw Floating Rock, San Carlos Borromeo Church, Homoron Blue Lagoon, Diatay Beach, Spanish-era Bridge, House of Dakkay, Radiwan Point, San Jose Church, Honesty Coffee Shop, Song-song Ruins (Ghost Town), Loran Station Ruins, Racuh-A-Payaman (Marlboro Country), Fishermen’s Village, Spring of Youth, Mahatao Lighthouse, Sumhao Windmills

SABTANG ISLAND TOUR
Savidug Village, Savidug Ruins, Savidug Idjang, Chavayan Village, Nakabuang Beach and Arch

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Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur
PHP 4,088/PERSON


THE BEST OF ILOCOS!!!

(LAND TOUR ONLY)
Php 1,488/person

Inclusions:

  • Round trip airport van transfer (Laoag Airport – Hotel and back)
  • Vigan Tour (Visit Heritage Village, Calle Crisologo, Baluarte, Shrinking Bell Tower)
  • Pagudpud (Bangui Windwills, Blue Lagoon, Saud Beach, Patapat Viaduct)
  • Laoag Tour (Visit Paoay Church, Malacaniang Ti-Amianan, La Paz Sand Dunes and Marcos Musuem)
  • Entrance Fees and Permits

Please note that the above quoted price is for a minimum of 8 pax. For 8 pax and below, the following rates apply:

Min of 7 pax: Php 1,688/person

Min of 6 pax: Php 1,888/person

Min of 5 pax: Php 2,088/person

Min of 4 pax: Php 2,488/person

Min of 3 pax: Php 3,088/person

Min of 2 pax: Php 4,298/person

Min of 1 pax: Php 8,588/single person
TRAVEL DATE: ANY DATE FROM JAN TILL MAY OF 2010

PURCHASING PERIOD: UNTIL JAN 31, 2010

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This is your chance to go on the dream tour you have always wanted for FREE!

LAKBAY TURISTA TRAVEL AND TOURS is having its anniversary sale and promo! Just book one of the select our packages and you just might find yourself getting a full refund and a 50% discount on your next scheduled trip! How sweet is that?

PLUS! You might also win a BORACAY Getaway Package for Two in the GRAND DRAW!

Are your feet itching yet? Here are the details!

ANNIVERSARY SALE!!!

Win a FREE trip and also get 50% discount on your next scheduled trip with us. Plus a chance to win a FREE Boracay Getaway for 2 for the GRAND PRIZE!!!

Image courtesy of Rene Carlo Balatbat

Image courtesy of Rene Carlo Balatbat

General Rules:

Book any of the following tour packages!

  1. Ilocos Getaway P3,800/person (3D/2N)
  2. Banaue – Sagada Caravan Tour P3,000/person (3D/2N)
  3. Caramoan Package Tour P3,800/person (3D/2N)
  4. Zambales Escapade P1,800/person (2D/1N Saturday-Sunday)
  5. Breakaway to Batangas P2,500/person (2D/1N Saturday-Sunday)
  6. Mt. Pinatubo Adventure P2,100/person (Saturday Day Trip)

For more details on the trips above, it will be sent to your email by request.

The trips must be on the following travel dates:

  • November 28 – 30, 2009
  • December 11 – 13, 2009
  • December 19 – 21, 2009
  • December 27 – 29, 2009

On the above dates and locations, a raffle draw will be made. In the trip you’re IN, that is where you have the chance to WIN back the package rate fee that you have paid.

GRAND DRAW

  • January 9 – 10, 2009
  • The Grand Draw will be held on the evening of January 9, 2010 as part of the January 9-10 Zambales tour.
  • Join this tour and you’ll get a 10% discount. The draw will be on the evening of January 9. Be in your Night Out Dress. J There will be some pica-pica and drinks that will be served for free as well.
  • In each draw, prizes will be given immediately to the winner. There will be 2 winners each draw and 1 Grand prize winner.
  • For the Grand Prize, Boracay Getaway, it will be in La Carmela de Boracay. 3D/2N Accommodation with Roundtrip Airport Transfers (Airfare excluded). Travel date depends on the winner.

Conditions:

  • Submit completely filled up Registration Form. 50% downpayment to confirm Bookings/Reservations. (Reservation is until November 24, 2009) Remaining balance will be collected on the tour day.

Lakbay Turista Travel and Tours

Metrobank – Sta. Maria, Bulacan Branch

1563156360750

  • Children 6 years old and below are FREE of charge however 7 years old and above will be charged as adult.
  • Tickets are Non-refundable / Non-rebookable / Non-reroutable / Not combinable.

* In case there will be Typhoon or a really bad weather condition in the location of the tour, 36 hours before the travel date, notification will be sent if the trip will pursue or not. Given this, it will be re-scheduled.

  • Limited seats only.
  • Strictly NO meals included.
  • Should you want the pick up and drop off will be in your location, there will be additional charge depending where it will be. Details will be sent by request.

For inquiries and/or reservations, please contact directly:


Rhia del Rosario
phils101travel@yahoo.com
(044) 7688182
09275116493 / 09162285617 / 09086889681

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Getting Lost in Guimaras

Posted by admin On October - 27 - 200917 COMMENTS

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They say that we learn through our mistakes. Hell yeah, we sure did when we visited Guimaras earlier this month!

Not that Guimaras was horrible. It was AWESOME. But what the Poor Traveler learned was that if you want to avoid unnecessary spending, you should plan your trip ahead even when you are backpacking. Especially if you are backpacking.

A few months back, the Poor Traveler and another poor friend availed of one budget airline’s promo and got a pretty 50% off their fare. “Let’s go to Guimaras,” we exclaimed “so we could get a taste of the sweetest mango in the world.” How’s that for a goal? We were able to secure a pair of tickets to Iloilo, then Cebu, then Manila for PhP3,100. That’s already for both of us, which makes it 1550 each — three cities! Sweet, huh?

On October 3, Saturday, our itchy feet led us to Guimaras. The easiest way to get to Guimaras was via Iloilo City. When we landed, the first thing we noticed was that the Ilonggos were so courteous and charming. Hmm, aright, that wasn’t really the first thing we noticed. Rather, it was the airport. It was just so beautiful, we had not seen any provincial airport more delightful.

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But what was more delightful was when we noticed that the Ilonggos were so courteous and oh so charming. The moment a van/shuttle driver approached us at the front of the port, he greeted us with a smile and led us to where he was parked. We spent a few minutes waiting for the van to be full and then we drove to Iloilo City. Fare was P50, cheap for a long yet comfortable ride. The van dropped us off at SM Iloilo but the driver did not leave until we got a cab. In fact, the van driver even went of his way to call a cab for us. It was really a kind gesture and honestly, unexpected. The Poor Traveler had never been treated by a driver like that.

When we hopped in the taxi, the driver asked us where to go. “To the pier, sir. We’re going to Guimaras,” was our answer. He asked for the specific resort in Guimaras we would stay in and said we had booked for a room at Baras Beach Resort. And then we were given another favor, he told us exactly how to get there. Sweet drivers in Ilonggo, anyone? The cab ride cost us P100, including the tip, which he did not ask for.

The Poor Traveler and his poor friend then explored the sea port to look for the ferry heading for Guimaras but we just couldn’t find it. Heck, there were no signboards. And we were too shy to ask! Another lesson there, never be afraid to ask for directions. It doesn’t make you stupid, it makes your life a lot easier.

One man noticed how “lost” we were and pointed us to the right direction. Another kind, helpful Ilonggo right there!

Before we boarded the boat, we called the Baras Beach Resort and a woman told us to proceed to Puyo Wharf after, where they would pick us up and take us to the resort.

The boat ride to Guimaras took about 15 minutes and cost P13 per person. We docked at Jordan port. From there, we rented a tricycle to Puyo Wharf for P250. A jeepney would be much cheaper but we wanted a private ride.

When we arrived at Puyo Wharf, we were surprised how deserted the place was. No one was there but us! Poor us! We would’ve thought it was scary but the beauty of the place was just too strong for any fear to exist.

puyo wharf guimaras

And since the guys from Baras told us they would pick us up, we waited.

And we waited.

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CAGAYAN DE ORO-BUKIDNON-CAMIGUIN TRIP!
PHP 11,400 / PERSON 3DAYS/2NIGHTS

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  • OVERNIGHT HOTEL ACCOMMODATION AT MALBERRY SUITES HOTEL CAGAYAN DE ORO
  • DAILY BREAKFAST
  • ROUNDTRIP AIRPORT-HOTEL TRANSFERS
  • ZIPZONE (3 ZIPS) AT DAHILAYAN BUKIDNON WITH MEALS
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Boracay Red Hot Getaway for as low as P3,500!

Posted by admin On October - 20 - 200915 COMMENTS

BORACAY RED HOT GETAWAY LAND PACKAGE
(VALID UNTIL DECEMBER 15, 2009 ONLY)

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QUADRUPLE OCCUPANCY                Php     3,500.00 net/person
Extra Night w/ Bfast                                  Php     1,199.00 net/person

TRIPLE OCCUPANCY                           Php     4,000.00 net/person
Extra Night w/ Bfast                                   Php     1,499.00 net/person

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY                        Php     4,500.00 net/person
Extra Night w/ Bfast                                   Php     1,799.00 net/person

SINGLE OCCUPANCY                          Php     7,500.00 net/person
Extra Night w/ Bfast                                   Php     3,499.00 net/person

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

-Three (3) Days and Two (2) Nights on Deluxe Room (Aircon)
-Welcome Drink
-Daily Breakfast
-Roundtrip land & boat transfers via Island Star Express
(Kalibo airport / Resort/ Kalibo airport)
-Free use of the Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi and Gym
-Fifty percent (50%) discount on Wall Climbing
-Personal Accident Insurance Coverage (COCOLIFE)

NOTE: Terminal Fees (P100.00) and Environmental Fees (P50.00) are not included.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

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The Best island in Camarines Norte, Philippines
Maculabo Island Adventure

Maculabo Island Camarines Norte Adventure

Location: Maculabo Island
Slicksurf Pilipinas
Slicksurf.multiply.com
Contact info: Teejay 0908-8815075

Saturday – Sunday

Package Rate:

  • P2100 per pax (with one way Ordinary Aircon Bus ride from Manila – Daet via Amihan)
  • P2250 per pax (with one way Lazy boy seats Bus ride from Manila – Daet via Philtranco)
  • P1500 without Bus ride

Package Inclusion (Maculabo Island)

  • Boat trip to Maculabo Island (round trip)
  • Camp meals at Maculabo (Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch)
  • Free use of Snorkels
  • Free Skim instructions (tips)
  • Free use of skimboards
  • Free use of Body boards
  • Guide Fees
  • Complimentary drinks (including Fresh Buco Juice)
  • Camp site will be near the fresh water source
  • Van ride going to Port
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PROMO PERIOD: 10 SEPTEMBER 2009 – UNTILL FURTHER NOTICE

OPTION A: BATANES ADVENTURE PACKAGE
(Land Arrangement + Tours + Accommodations)

PACKAGE TOUR
3 Days 2 Nights – Php 8,250.00/Head
4 Days 3 Nights Php 10,900.00/Head
5 Days 4 Nights Php 13,750.00/Head

INCLUSIVE OF:

  • Hotel Accommodations
    • Batanes Resort
    • Batanes Seaside
    • Shanedel’s Inn & Café
    • Brandon’s Lodge
  • Land Transportation
  • Tour Guide Fee
  • Tours (Batan & Sabtang Tours)

For 3 Days 2 Nights (Batan Tours Only)

  • Permits
  • Registration Fees
  • Boat Ride
  • Environmental Fee
  • Breakfasts
  • Lunches
  • Dinners

RESTRICTIONS:

  • Non Refundable
  • Transferable

Note: At least 2 passengers

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Wanting to Explore BOHOL? Choose a Package Now!

Posted by admin On September - 16 - 200929 COMMENTS

BOHOL BEACH CLUB
(Panglao island)

Package inclusions:

3 days / 2 Nights

Daily Breakfast

Roundtrip Airport transfers

Bohol Countryside Tour

  • Blood Compact Marker
  • Baclayon Church and Museum
  • Chocolate Hills
  • Bilar Man-made Forest
  • Loboc river Cruise with Lunch on board
  • Souvenir Shopping
  • Tarsier Wathcing

Service of a Licensed Tour guide

Private air-conditioned vehicle

Php 9,900 / Person

Validity: October – March 2010 (Except Holy week, Christmas & New Year & Chinese New Year)

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