Galle Face Green (Colombo) — Galle Face Green is a magnificent place to witness a marvelous sun set over Colombo’s shore line. Visitors always enjoy and cherish an evening by the Gall Face Green. It was laid out in 1857 by the governor Sir Henry Ward and one of the popular spots during sun set, […]
Beruwala & Bentota (beaches) – these are major exotic beaches located on the Colombo-Galle road about 65 km from Colombo and separated by Bentota river. A lagoon set in the tropical greenery, River Bentara Ganga is dotted with islets rich in birdlife. Found here is a number of luxury resorts with spa facilities to meet […]
Alankuda Beach — a stretch of beach recently developed in the Kalpitiya (northwestern coast of Sri Lanka), this is an ideal point for off-shore Whale Watching and Dolphin watching. In fact there are range of water sports that visitors pursue here — such as sailing, wind surfing, kayaking, canoeing, kite surfing and snorkeling.
Taal Volcano (Talisay, Batangas, Luzon) – this volcano and lake (located 2 hours south of Manila) is another eco-tourist destination. Taal is reputed to be the smallest active volcano in the world! One of the most visited tourist spots in the Philippines, this geological wonder is actually a volcano within a lake within a volcano. […]
Star City (Vicente Sotto St, Manila, Metro Manila) – this is another Manila area amusement park (located near the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Pasay City). An array of roller coaster, Ferris wheel, water and swing rides rule the day here. While the regular admission (to the park only) is P65, the “ride-all-you-can” admission […]
Puerto Galera (Oriental Mindoro) – this beach (located on Mindoro island, just south of Luzon Island – where Manila is located) is a favored beach destination for those familiar with the Philippines. Along with sunbathing and water sports activities, visitors will be amazed to know that dolphin and whale watching is often conducted from here.
Mount Pinatubo (Cabusilan Mountains, Luzon) – a 3-hour drive northwest of Manila will take adventurous eco-tourist to another active Filipino volcano: Mount Pinatubo. Its last eruption was in 1991. It is one of a chain of volcanoes known as the Luzon volcanic arc, which is the result of the Oceanic Philippine plate being sub ducted […]
Mayon Volcano (Albay, Luzon) – located 9 hours southeast of Manila (via car) this is an active volcano within a natural park in Albay (Luzon Island). Adventurous eco-tourists interested in seeing an active volcano will note that this volcano spewed lava as recently as September 2014 (causing nearby locals who lived within 6 km of […]
Masasa Beach – located 3 hours south of Manila (off of the main island of Luzon), this is both a beach and island of its own, which has been attracting attention among experienced travelers to Philippines for its pristine turquoise blue waters and unspoiled beaches. A boat ride from Anilao Port to Tingloy (Masasa Beach) […]
Manila Zoo (Adriatico St, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila) – opened in 1959, Manila Zoo has a land area of 5.5 hectares and has a current population of about 500 animals. There are 106 species, among which are 30 different kinds of mammals, 63 reptile species and 13 types of birds. In addition to popular zoo […]