El Nido Resort

El Nido Resorts, Lagen Island, Philippines



Description
A resort set in a lush forest, with a magnificent view of the bay and the sunset. It is the biggest and most luxurious resort in the area.

This resort believes in respecting its natural resources through responsible tourism. The resort work closely with the local community in the prevention of illegal fishing, promotion of coastal clean-ups, environmental education campaigns, monitoring of snorkeling sites and dive sites, and installation and maintenance of mooring buoys. Having been operating in El Nido since 1981, the resort has gained extensive knowledge of the area. From this knowledge and experience evolved a distinct quality of service that allows guests to have an enriching holiday.

The resort offers activities as diverse as the environment. Sunbathe or have a picnic lunch in secluded beaches, kayak in secret lagoons, explore isolated islands, take a mangrove tour, snorkel with colourful tropical fishes, have a relaxing massage or spa treatment, rock climb or go scuba diving. There are more than 20 diving sites, all easily accessible from the resort!

Due to the resort’s first-class facilities and impeccable service, the prestigious Philippine National Tourism Awards “Kalakbay” has bestowed the resort with numerous 'Resort of the Year' awards for (category) AAA Resort. It is also a recipient of the 2009 Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Award and the 2008 ASEAN Green Hotels Award, and the only Philippine property to have made it to Travel Leisure’s 15 Favorite Green Hotels in 2007 and Conde Nast’s Green List in 2006. It was also a finalist in the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards 2007 for the Investor in People Category.

Special Things to do and see here:
The resort guarantees its guests an incredible list of free activities such as:
Guided tour at the Big Lagoon
Kayak in the small lagoon
Snorkel at the Miniloc house reef
Swim with our 1.5 meter jackfish
Relax at our Beach Clubs
Photograph Snake Island's sandbar
Photograph Snake Island's sandbar
Explore Cudugnon Cave
Sunrise or Sunset guided kayak tour
Enjoy Sunset cocktails at our at the Resorts’ Beach/ Pool Bars (drinks charged separately)
Mangrove tour and birdwatching (subject to tide)
Hike and kayak at Lagen
Guided snorkeling tour
Sunbathe in one of the 45 islands/ islets in Bacuit Bay
Learn to windsurf at the resorts
Hobie cat sail around the islands
Pedal boat at the resorts
Volleyball and badminton at the beach clubs
Coconut-hat making
Sunrise or sunset cruise

From US $330 per room per night based on twin sharing, including boat transfers and at least 20 exciting land and water activities. Excluding taxes.

From US$145 per person per night, based on triple share.Book 3 nights and get 4th night free. Includes free turtle tracking tour. Valid until 31st October 2010. (Excludes peak periods and taxes) Children aged 2-6 sharing with adults go free.

El Nido Resorts, Miniloc Island, Philippines



Description
A resort situated in a cove with a backdrop of sheer limestone cliffs. The resort's charm is enhanced by its crystal clear blue waters teeming with colourful tropical fishes.

This resort believes in respecting its natural resources through responsible tourism. The resort work closely with the local community in the prevention of illegal fishing, promotion of coastal clean-ups, environmental education campaigns, monitoring of snorkeling sites and dive sites, and installation and maintenance of mooring buoys. Having been operating in El Nido since 1981, the resort has gained extensive knowledge of the area. From this knowledge and experience evolved a distinct quality of service that allows guests to have an enriching holiday.

The resort offers activities as diverse as the environment. Sunbathe or have a picnic lunch in secluded beaches, kayak in secret lagoons, explore isolated islands, take a mangrove tour, snorkel with colourful tropical fishes, have a relaxing massage or spa treatment, rock climb or go scuba diving. There are more than 20 diving sites, all easily accessible from the resort!

Due to the resort’s first-class facilities and impeccable service, the prestigious Philippine National Tourism Awards “Kalakbay” has bestowed the resort with numerous 'Resort of the Year' awards for (category) AAA Resort. It is also a recipient of the 2009 Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Award and the 2008 ASEAN Green Hotels Award, and the only Philippine property to have made it to Travel Leisure’s 15 Favorite Green Hotels in 2007 and Conde Nast’s Green List in 2006. It was also a finalist in the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards 2007 for the Investor in People Category.

Special Things to do and see here:
The resort guarantees its guests an incredible list of free activities such as:
Guided tour at the Big Lagoon
Kayak in the small lagoon
Snorkel at the Miniloc house reef
Swim with our 1.5 meter jackfish
Relax at our Beach Club
Photograph Snake Island's sandbar
Explore Cudugnon Cave
Sunrise or Sunset guided kayak tour
Enjoy sunset cocktails at the Resorts’ Beach/ Pool Bars (drinks charged separately)
Mangrove tour and birdwatching (subject to tide)
Hike and kayak at Lagen
Sunbathe in one of the 45 islands/ islets in Bacuit Bay
Learn to windsurf at the resorts
Hobie cat sail around the islands
Guided snorkeling tour
Pedal boat at the resorts
Volleyball and badminton at the beach clubs
Coconut-hat making
Sunrise or subset cruise

From US $240 per room per night based on twin sharing, inclusive of boat transfers and at least 20 exciting land and water activities. Excluding taxes.

From US$110 per person per night, based on triple share.Book 3 nights and get 4th night free. Includes free turtle tracking tour. Valid until 31st October 2010. (Excludes peak periods and taxes) Children aged 2-6 sharing with adults go free.

Amanpulo, Palawan Philippines

"If you want to splurge, why not try the luxurious Amanpulo Resort on ultra-exclusive Pamalican Island. Amanpulo is the idyllic retreat for a rich and famous clientele who seeks peace and privacy. Amanpulo Resort in Palawan Philippines was designed by Filipino architect Francisco Mañosa, was built in such a way as to give its privileged few the impression that they are alone on the island.

After and hour by private plane, you will arrive at a small and elongated green island, set on an iridescent beryl and azure sea, fringed with the purest of sands. The welcome upon arrival is warm and personalized: champagne and canaés are served and a personal golf cart-to be used for going around the resort-is placed at your disposal. Your own personal attendant appears as soon as you call him; you will be constantly reminded that there are 250 people here ready to serve a mere 100 guest!

Within the Club House are the reception area, the bar, and the restaurant. The reception area, immense and impressive, is all in wood with narra floors and lauan columns and ceilings. It opens out to a terrace with sliding panels, facing the ocean. Rattan and coconut wood furniture enhance the surroundings, while ornate wood pieces from Mindanao and wicker from Palawan decorate the adjoining rooms.


The casitas or guesthouse, discreetly hidden in vegetation, are perfectly private. You can choose to stay in the beach casitas which have the best location along the beach; in the tree top casitas nestled in the branches of large trees; or in the hillside casitas perched on the hill's summit, offering a spectacular view of the sea.


All the accommodations are extra ordinary in terms of both size and luxury. The rooms are huge-at least 65 square meters-and bright because of immense picture windows. Beige walls, polished wood floors, interior shutters, designer rattan furniture and beautiful accessories crafted locally, complete the interior design.


The casitas have two comfortable divans at an angle along the picture windows of the dining room-where you can have your meals served-while listening to music. A vast bedroom, with a king-sized bed, has all the possible amenities that you can think of. A dream bathroom of marble and wood is complete with a dressing room, two sinks, a bathtub and a separate shower.

The picture windows open onto a slightly elevated wooden deck. Soft mattresses are strewn here, inviting you to watch the sunset-as spectacular as everything else in Amanpulo. Each casita looks out to a private garden, where a hammock swings gently between tow coconut trees. A private path leads to a part of a fabulous deserted beach where two deck chairs and a parasol await you.


Amanpulo Resort has a superb, lagoon-type swimming pool bordered with bougainvillea. After a swim, you can lie down on huge mattresses scattered in the open-air cabanas.


Snorkeling in the beautiful coral reef encircling the island is breathtaking. The spot is accessible from the beach and visibility in the water is excellent. Diving, however, is less interesting.