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El Nido Resorts
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The lovely El Nido Resorts are situated in the northern part of the Palawan province, renowned for its scenic landscapes and diversity of flora and fauna. Crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, wealth of wildlife, and relative isolation attract and fascinate travellers to El Nido and Taytay. Spectacular, ancient limestone cliffs tower over marine sanctuaries teeming with innumerable species of tropical fish and coral. Lush forests abound with more than 100 species of birds. It is a truly exotic destination.
El Nido Resorts is a group of eco-resorts comprised of Miniloc Island Resort and Lagen Island Resort in El Nido, and Apulit Island Resort in Taytay. All three resorts offer unique and enriching experiences amidst the beautiful natural landscape. Guests are treated to fresh local seafood and delectable international cuisine, a variety of exciting land and water activities, genuine local hospitality, and the promise of a glorious “sun, sand, and sea” experience.
Numerous exciting activities are offered to guests. These include snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, hiking, and island hopping to visit fascinating caves, emerald lagoons, and pristine white sand beaches. Lunch barbecues and romantic dinners may be arranged on private islands, and relaxing spa and massage services are available upon request. Guests can also simply relax on the beach or enjoy cocktails at the bar while enjoying fabulous views of the sunset.
While each resort has its own special charm, they all offer the same distinct El Nido Resorts service—one that is attuned and responsive to the unique needs of guests and focused on making sure that their holiday is worry-free, memorable and filled with enriching experiences.
Miniloc Island Resort
Sheer limestone cliffs backdrop the Miniloc Island Resort. Right off the pier you can snorkel with an abundance of marine life. Miniloc Island Resort is a gateway to numerous activity sites, including the Big and Small Lagoons and Entalula Beach Club. It is the perfect holiday destination for families and those looking for a variety of fun-filled activities.
Miniloc Island Resort has 50 charming rooms comprised of seven Water Cottages and fifteen Seaview Rooms built on stilts, twelve Beachside Rooms and thirteen Garden Cottages surrounded by tropical plants, and three Cliff Cottages nestled on the hillside. The cottages are built with thatched roofs and furnished with Filipino handicrafts and materials. All cottages face the sea and provide stunning views of the bay and nearby islands. Other facilities include a restaurant which serves buffet meals, a beach bar, massage cabana, Kids’ Club, Marine Sports Center, and a meeting room for 25 people.
Lagen Island Resort
Set in a four-hectare lush forest, Lagen Island Resort offers a magnificent view of the bay and the El Nido sunset. Just minutes away are several attractions, including mangrove rivers, secret caves, and Dibuluan Beach Club. Lagen Island Resort is an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing holiday in a private and tranquil haven.
Lagen Island Resort has a total of 50 rooms; there are twenty Forest rooms and three Forest Suites built on the fringe of a forest, eighteen Water Cottages built on stilts around the cove, and nine Beachfront Cottages with panoramic cove views.
The resort features an air-conditioned dining area, swimming pool, poolside bar, spa suite and massage cabana, library, Marine Sports Center, conference room for 65 people, and a garden chapel for private dinners, classical concerts, and even romantic weddings.
Apulit Island Resort
Apulit Island Resort is nestled within a private cove surrounded by a tropical forest. The sprawling resort offers over-water cottages and a wide expanse of white sand beach lined with coconut trees. It is an idyllic getaway for those in search of a tropical paradise.
Apulit Island Resort has a total of 50 water cottages constructed in traditional Filipino architectural style with contemporary design. All of the air-conditioned cottages offer stunning views of Taytay Bay and easy access to snorkelling areas.
The resort also has a restaurant that serves fresh seafood, a beach bar, massage cabana, private gardens, and a Marine Sports Center.
White sand, blue water, green resorts
Advocating responsible tourism, the El Nido Resorts exercise responsibility over the flourishing diverse environment, stressing the importance of preserving nature to all who visit. El Nido Resorts have been globally recognised for embracing nature-based guest activities and sustainable menus while providing environment education programs for staff and guests as well as employment opportunities for the local community.
El Nido Resorts have received a number of international awards—testament to its green practices and commitment to sustainable tourism—including the prestigious ASEAN Green Hotel Standard in 2010 and the Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Award in 2009. More recently, El Nido Resorts was a winner in the Sustainable Hotel Awards - Sustainable Destination Category, and the PATA Gold Award - Environmental Education Programme.
Location of El Nido Resorts
Guide to Luzon & Manila
Northern Luzon is rich in panoramic views, green landscapes and old Spanish houses. Nicknamed the summer capital, Baguio City is a cool climate escape for Manila’s wealthy. The Neighbouring city of La Trinidad, the provincial capital just north of the city, has some interesting sights. You can visit the vegetable market, climb Mt Pulong or see the well-preserved Kabayan mummies from burial caves in the north.
Visit Asin, a woodcarving village with a hot spring swimming hole, natural streams and relaxing steam bath. A side trip to the tranquil mountaintop town of Sagada offers beautiful scenery and a cool climate. It claim to fame is the hanging coffins, seen on cliff sides surrounding the town and in limestone caves.
Hugging the north-western slopes of Luzon are the provincial towns of Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. There is a strong Spanish influence in Vigan Ilocos Sur, with 16th century Spanish houses lining the streets of the old section and a museum full of Spanish treasures.
Antipolo is the centre of the May-time pilgrimage, while Angono is home to the Higantes Festival, held in November, when gigantic papier-mache figures of men and women are paraded down the streets.
In northern Palawan, El Nido has towering black limestone cliffs where swiftlets build their nests in caves. The edible nests are highly prized as the principal ingredient in nido soup, a delicacy in Chinese restaurants.
A couple of hours by boat from El Nido are the snorkelling havens of Simisu Island and Cathedral Cave, Snake Island and Cudugman Cave. South Palawan is quite different to the north. Quezon is situated around 100 kilometres from Puerto Princesa, and is the nearest town to the archeologically interesting Tabon Caves (a half-hour boat ride away). Quezon is famous for its Pahiyas Festival, celebrated in the towns of Lucban and Sariaya in mid-May.
Manila has a population of around 10 million. The city is a mix of old and new, of traditions and modern customs, of quaint street stalls and modern shopping malls, excellent museums and happening restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
Although the city spreads a great distance along Manila Bay, the main places of interest are fairly central, concentrated just south of the Pasig River. Immediately south is the fortress of Intramuros (literally ‘within the walls’), once the preserve of the ruling classes.
The Manila Cathedral and San Augustin Church are two of the oldest churches in the country. Nearby, Casa Manila is a beautifully restored Spanish colonial home. The Cultural Centre of the Philippines is the central venue for all the diverse arts of the provinces, including ballet, concerts and stage plays. Within the complex is the stately Coconut Palace, made of materials from the coconut tree and other indigenous materials. This is also a great place to view the spectacular sunset across Manila Bay.
At the huge Chinese Cemetery in Santa Cruz, tombs are fitted with crystal chandeliers, air-conditioning, kitchens and flushing toilets, to ensure comfort on the trip to paradise.