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Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa
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A sophisticated beach hideaway where spoiling and pampering is the norm, Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa is nestled amid 16 hectares of lush tropical gardens on Panglao Island, Bohol.
The name Eskaya refers to the only known indigenous people of Bohol in the Philippines. The centre of attraction of the resort is the infinity pool that blends with the deep blue of the sea. The sprawling all-villa resort is designed in a chic, boutique-style setting.
Luxurious Filipino-style
With just 15 thatched villas, 11 of which have their own private pool, this is the place for indulgent privacy and seclusion. The Presidential and Family villas have two bedrooms with two bathrooms as well as a living room. The architecture of the buildings is distinctly Filipino with a host of modern amenities. The thatched villas, or ‘balai’ in the local dialect, are built with sturdy materials and feature the ample use of indigenous bamboo and cogon with beautiful wood finishes.
All villas have a two-person whirlpool tub with the Presidential Villa the most luxurious of all the well-appointed villas. It sits on top of a cliff overlooking the sea and boasts a private infinity pool with wooden deck, a spacious living room and two bedrooms each with separate bathroom facilities. The master bedroom opens to a bathroom with a spa tub fit for a VIP.
Eskaya has a wide range of facilities and services for the convenience of guests including high speed internet with Wi-Fi available in public areas and rooms. Guests can enjoy in-villa dining, laundry service, nanny service and 24-hour room service.
Relax and unwind
Pamper your body and soul at Handuraw Spa. Handuraw is a Visayan word, which evokes ‘sweet memories and imaginations’. Situated on top of a cliff overlooking the vast sea, it has two treatment rooms that open to the garden and the sea beyond and offers a menu of relaxing treatments.
There are several dining choices at Eskaya. Lantawan Restaurant has a cool vibe with a warm ambience or you can dine alfresco by the pool. Beachfront dining is best with a bonfire while enjoying the aroma of the food as it grills right in front of you. Alternatively, there are seaside decks where you can dine in privacy and for those who opt for complete seclusion, in-villa dining is available.
Visit Eskaya where you are sure to be guaranteed the holiday of your dreams.
Location of Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa
Guide to Visayas
The province of Cebu, probably the most well-known destination, comprises six of the 11 major islands in the country and 161 smaller islands. Cebu retains much of its Spanish heritage in its historical and cultural attractions. It also provides an idyllic starting point for island hopping holidays, many within an hours drive from downtown.
Cebu city is a major gateway to the Visayas and being the oldest city in the Philippines, it is often refered to as the ‘Queen City of the South’. Cebu’s five main cities are Cebu City, Toledo, Danao, Mandaue and Lapu-Lapu (on Mactan Island). Cebu City is home to the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, the oldest fort in the country, Fort San Pedro and the restored 19th century home Casa Gorordo. Mandaue on the coast is the manufacturing centre, with the San Miguel brewery, Coca Cola plant and a number of other factories from glass to rattan furniture and handicrafts.
While in the Visayas it is a must to visit Bohol, the tenth largest island in the Philippines, famous for its Chocolate Hills comprising more than 1000 oval limestone mounds. A cruise down the Loboc River passes through the towns of Loboc, Loay and Bilar, which has a man-made forest that is home to the tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates. Like Cebu, Bohol has a range of resorts, especially in Panglao, and also hosts many hot dive spots. Iloilo in the western Visayas is an hour from Manila by plane. The city has wide, attractive streets and a number of historical monuments including churches and ancestral houses.
The island of Negros, wedged between Cebu and Panay is divided into two provinces, Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental, each with an impressive number of well-maintained historic buildings. The province of Aklan, also in the western Visayas, lays claim to two attractions- the fantastic religious and festive zeal of the Ati-Atihan Festival, the nations week long mardi gras held in January- and Boracay Island.
The seven kilometre long Boracay is widely thought of as the ultimate island in the Philippines. On Boracay is White Beach with fine white sand and clear water. White beach is considered by many to be the best tropical beach in the world. This is where all the action is.