Panikian Island

Panikian Island, or “Pulo” as what locals would call it, is a place where two different, and opposite creatures of the nature converge. The Paniki (English counterpart of Bats) according to the locals is where it got its name, and the Pawikan (Turtles), are the creatures that have found shelter in the island. Although you cannot really see any of the previous, such creature is what would enter initially into your mind because of the island’s name. The said Island were found in Pitogo, Zamboanga del Sur.

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Sunken Cemetery of Camiguin Island

Camiguin is an island province of the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea, about 10 kilometers off the northern coast of Mindanao. The island of Camiguin is of volcanic origin and composed of four young stratovolcanoes overlying older volcanic structures.

The Sunken Cemetery of Camiguin Island marks the swept remains of the island’s rested locals. Driven underwater when Mt. Vulcan Daan erupted in 1870’s, the large cross has served the town's people, as well as the tourists, a scenic spot to memorialize the departeds buried there.

The cemetery was not permanently submerged after the 1871 volcanic eruption — tombstones were visible during low tide. This completely changed in the 1950s when Mt. Hibok-Hibok again erupted. The area got deeper by 20 feet and, since then, the cemetery remained underwater, whether low tide or high tide. The giant cross was erected in 1982 to serve as a marker of the Sunken Cemetery‘s location.

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Pulacan Falls

Pulacan Falls is located in the town of Labangan, 12 km from Pagadian City. It covers an area of about 400 square meters. It is the source of water for the Labangan irrigation system.

The area around it has a permanent Boy and Girl Scout campsite with facilities wherein regional and provincial jamborees are held. Two kilometers from the area is the 134-hectare Home Defense Center and the Headquarters of the 1st Infantry "Tabak" Division of the Philippine Army.

Pulacan Falls has its own brand of beauty – simple yet scenic, ordinary but unique. Going to the actual location of the waterfall, from the national highway, you’ll be passing in a walkway surrounded by tall trees.  It's not too high, around 30-35 feet, but its picturesque beauty is totally amazing and enough reason to captivate visitors. An easy trek, fresh air and tall tress, the refreshing sound of cascades, and the scenic white water spreading to its beautiful rocks – what a wonderful memory of our short stopover in Labangan! The waterfall is the water source of Labangan Irrigation System - supporting the wide rice plantations in the province.

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Alindahaw Lakeview Resort

Alinadaw Lakeview Resort is located in Biswangan, Junction Tubod-Lakewood Road, Lakewood, Zamboanga del Sur. Located 49 kilometers off Pagadian City, Lakewood is more than just a “lake of woods.”

An adventure to Lakewood is best if one reaches the site shortly before the sun sets. Golden yellow radiance complements the various shapes of cloud making the whole episode a picture perfect beauty.

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Dakak Beach Resort

Dakak Resort is located in Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. To get to the resort, there are flights from Manila to Dipolog or Cebu to Dipolog. From Dipolog airport, you will be picked up by the resort personnel for the 30-minute drive to Dakak Beach Resort.

Dakak Beach Resort boasts of a long stretch of  white sand beach, 15 hectares of wooded land and natural spring water feeding the resort's pools. 

Aside from swimming and relaxing in Dakak, one can choose to engage in watersports, horseback riding, and other sports (billiards, basketball, bowling, golf, tennis). The resort also offers tours, cruises, and travel packages that highlight Dapitan’s rich culture, history, and lush surroundings.

Themed feasts and performances, sumptuous dining, and outdoor and water sports activities make up but a part of the exclusive experience at the resort. Accommodation options, which range from suites to private bungalows, welcome guests with essential travel amenities that include sofas, a mini-bar and refrigerator, TV, and private toilet and bath.

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Maria Cristina Falls

As one of the most popular falls in the Philippines, Maria Cristina Falls still captivates people with its mesmerizing beauty that one needs to see when in Mindanao. Maria Cristina Falls in Iligan City is the second highest falls in the Philippines. It is a waterfall of the Agus River on the Island of Mindanao and is a landmark of Iligan City. Because of the presence of more than 20 waterfalls, Iligan City is known as the City of Majestic Waterfalls.

Maria Cristina Falls is situated 9.3 kilometers away southwest of the Iligan City proper in the boundaries of Barangay Maria Cristina, Ditucalan and Buru-un. It’s a 320 feet high waterfall and the main source of power in the city’s industries which is brought under control by the Agus VI Hydroelectric plant operated by National Power Corporation. It’s not just supplying Iligan City’s power but it goes beyond other provinces generating 70% of Mindanao’s electricity. This means that during these days of El Niño, Mindanao is greatly affected with rotating brownout.

Entrance fee is very affordable which costs P25 for kids and P35 for adults. What you should know is that Maria Cristina falls is actually a twin falls, but it’s actually a rare sight to see both of it cascading as only one is allowed to have water as per NAPOCOR’s mandate.

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Mt. Apo

Mt. Apo is the highest point with an elevation of 3144 Meters above sea level, making it the Grand Father of all Philippine Mountains and the dream mountain of every Filipino mountaineer.

Mount Apo is one of the must see and experience for every adventure tourist or backpacker who visits the country specially in the Davao Province where it lies. With its panoramic views and diverse scenery, Mt. Apo offers an adventure of a lifetime. The area features an array of landscapes, virgin forests, crags, rivers, lakes, mossy swamps, volcanic structures, and crater of sulphuric deposits.

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Triton Island

Triton Island is formed like a turtle. This Island were found at Danan, Vincenzo Sagun, Zamboanga del Sur. It was a beautiful and adventurous island. There are two way before you can reach the back of the Island. First is by climbing to a mountain. Mountain is not really tall but it is a challenging way to reach the back of the Island. Second way is either walking or swimming in the side of the Island. It is also challenging but I suggest the the first way.

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Villa Estrella Resort

Villa Estrella Resort was located at Taguimtim, Margosatubig Zamboanga del Sur, Mindanao. This Resort was owned and managed by the Encallado Family. It has two swimming pool: one is for kids and the other one is for adult. You can buy any foods in this resort because they have their own store inside of it. You will enjoy the pool for only 20 php per head. Come and enjoy the Villa Estrella Resort.

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JJB Resort

JJB Resort was located in Gabay, Margosatubig Zamboanga del Sur, Mindanao. It is owned by Balisalisa Family who  lived in a Poblacion Margosatubig. This Resort is the best place to make you feel relax.

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El Salvador City

El Salvador (Cebuano: Dakbayan sa El Salvador; Filipino (Tagalog): Lungsod ng El Salvador) is a city in the province of Misamis Oriental in Mindanao island, Southern part of the Philippines. The city serves as a pilgrimage site for the Divine Mercy devotees, that is why it is also famous as “The City of Mercy” or direct translation of El Salvador is “The Saviour”.El Salvador was a former barrio of the municipality of Cagayan de Oro. On June 15, 1948, Republic Act 268 created El Salvador as a municipality and functioned officially on August 2, 1948. Then, on June 27, 2007, by virtue of Republic Act 9435, otherwise known as the Charter of the City of El Salvador, converted the municipality into a component city of the Province of Misamis Oriental. From the original 7 barangays, it is now comprised of 15 barangays of which 8 are urban/urbanizing and 7 are rural. The fight on the legal aspect of becoming a city was extended  and very challenging. After almost 4 years of heartrending  court battle, the finality of the cityhood was entered in the book of judgment  on June 28, 2011.

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