Abaco Beach resort

Less than 180 miles east of Florida, you'll find the “Premier Destination in the Bahamas Out Islands.” Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour is renowned for its unmatched access to the Sea of Abaco, as well as its long list of amenities, including a state-of-the-art, full-service 190-slip marina. Located on 52 beautifully landscaped acres in the Marsh Harbour of Abaco, this hotel in the Bahamas offers an abundance of natural beauty, classic island hospitality, and endless fun. Enjoy relaxing on secluded beaches, exploring surrounding cays, or taking part in the world-class sport-fishing for which the Bahamas are famous.

In true traditional Bahamian fashion, our Abaco beach hotel proudly offers an array of exciting events and uplifting island entertainment, earning the title, “Entertainment Capital of the Abacos!” Our new family entertainment programs and special events are designed to delight guests and locals alike.

One of the new programs the Resort now offers is the unique “Bahama Buddies” Kids Club. This innovative children's program – the only one of its kind among resorts in Bahamas – is designed for youths between 5 and 15 years of age, and promotes a healthy, knowledgeable relationship between Bahamian children and children of registered guests who may be visiting from various countries or islands.

In addition to the Bahama Buddies Kids Club, families also enjoy getting together for beach volleyball, crab races, underwater treasure hunts, family energy walks and evening “Starlight Movies” by the pool. “Kids Night at the Movies” offers a “clubhouse” atmosphere, complete with popcorn, pizza, and evening children's movies hosted by our Abaco beach hotel staff.

The culinary team at Angler's Restaurant and Lounge are known for their exceptional island fare, including fresh lobster, Abaco grouper, guava duff with guava sauce and an array of other appetizing delicacies. Holiday weekends at our hotel in the Bahamas feature a variety of special events such as a Bahamian Seafood Grill and Beach Party with live entertainment and a delicious Bahamian family-style dinner. Future plans include a Gospel Sunday Lunch, envisioned as a joyful celebration featuring a collection of internationally recognized gospel music.

We are pleased to announce that popular keyboard/vocalist Stephen Colebrook is joining the team of our resort in Bahamas to entertain guests with his smooth, soulful sounds. He will play at Angler's Restaurant and Lounge Wednesday through Sunday evenings from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm; at our Pool Bar, Wednesday through Friday from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm; and at our Gospel Sunday Brunch, to be held Sundays from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

With a host of amenities, including fine dining, a full-service, 190-slip marina, 82 oceanfront rooms and 7,500 square feet of event space, this Abaco beach hotel offers the ultimate setting for the perfect island vacation or an outstanding meeting or event.

SOURCE: http://www.abacobeachresort.com

The VICTORIA PHAN THIET BEACH RESORT & SPA

At one of Vietnam's most idyllic seaside resorts, 200 km (124 miles) north of Ho Chi Minh City, the four star Victoria Phan Thiet Beach Resort & Spa is located beside a vast, palm-fringed private white sand beach on the South China Sea.

The resort is close to Phan Thiet, a charming fishing village with archaeological remnants of the Cham Empire, and the beach is backed by desert-like sand dunes that are home to rare flora and fauna. Excursions by jeep is popular with visitors, as is visiting the fishing village and trekking 1,000 steps to the top of Ta Ku Mountain to admire a giant 49 metres (160 feet) reclining Buddha statue.

Blessed by warm and sunny weather, the 59 cosy bungalows in the seven hectare exotic garden offer an idyllic location for a relaxing stay, enjoying natural Spa experiences and the great choice of activities at the resort.

Sheraton Grande Laguna Resort Phuket

Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket, at the heart of Laguna Phuket - Asia's first integrated resort, offers the best in dining, luxury accommodation, relaxation. and recreational facilities, and serves as a great base to explore a beautiful and exciting area of Southeast Asia, rich in culture and natural attractions.

Set against a dazzling backdrop of bright white sand and sparkling lagoons, Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket offers endless recreational opportunities. All 423 Rooms are spacious and elegant reflecting an exotic Thai lifestyle. Take a leisurely swim in the unique 323m serpentine pool or pamper your body and soul at Angsana Spa, complete with it’s own luxurious product line. Savor the fine dining outside amongst the greenery in one of the Sheraton’s nine gourmet and entertainment outlets.

Paradise island Park and Beach Resort

Paradise Island is very proud of its humble beginnings. What started out as a weekend picnic destination back in the seventies, catering mostly to friends and their families has become what it is today as not only the preferred island getaway for families but is also the byword for those growing impulsive groups who are so busy and yet wise enough to squeeze - in leisure in their hectic schedules at the spur of the moment.

Having a shoreline of almost eight hundred meters (800m), it is the only place in this part of Samal Island that has maintained its shores by feeding the fishes, clean them with having periodic “Scubasurero Activities”, and has placed a “safety net” to ward off jelly fish and rubbish, discouraging anglers from poaching the area and encouraging its visitors to enjoy the marine life and leave the same so that others may also enjoy them. Its white sand beach as well as its surroundings are combed and cleaned throughout the day giving a pure and clean ambiance for its visitors and workers alike.

SOURCE: http://www.paradiseislanddavao.com

Ananyana Beach Resort

Somewhere on the Philippines. In the heart of the Visayas. At the end of Panglao. This could describe the location of THE ANANYANA. You feel like at the end of the world – but still this magic place is easier to reach than you may think: just a 20 minutes car drive from the airport of Tagbilaran (Bohol).

A place where you can forget about the rest of the world.

Warm smiles. Delicious food. Gentle sounds. THE ANANYANA lets you experience pure peace. You will quickly find out that professional service and impressive calmness are not contradictory. And you will instantly notice the positive effects on yourself.

SOURCE: http://www.ananyana.com

Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Located in the southern part of the Philippines is the Samal group of Islands, an archipelago consisting of nine islands which stretch out over a land area of 28,000 hectares. Samal is a beautiful, tranquil and exotic island with a coastline adorned with white sand beaches, abundant marine life, rock formations, mangroves, and landscape elements of coconut palms, flowering plants and fruit-bearing trees. The area is blessed with various natural attractions and flourishing flora and fauna.

Nestled on the quiet side of Samal Island, The Pearl Farm Beach Resort is a mere 45-minute boat ride from the wharf. This fourteen (14) hectare spread was once a pearl farm, where thousands of white-lipped oysters transported from the Sulu Sea, were cultivated for their pink, white and gold pearls. Today, the resort beckons with the promise of a relaxing, private retreat, under the care of its friendly and charming staff.

SORCE: http://www.pearlfarmresort.com

Buri Resort & Spa

Nestled in the Batangas Channel inside Puerto Galera Bay, which was recently name one of 32 Most Beautiful Bays in the world by the Paris-based Club des Plus Belles Baies du Monde,Buri Resort & Spa has undergone a dramatic transformation since it first opened in 2001 with five simple cottages.

You may want to take in the tranquility and privacy of the landscaped gardens by lounging poolside, or browse the internet or go to online for business while on your vacation, even participate in the many activities the resort and Puerto Galera have to offer. Our personalized service, attention to detail, and our extensive facilities, help us maintain the title of the leading luxury resort in Puerto Galera.

Whether it is basking in the sun, taking in the beautiful views of the bay, relaxing by the pool, having a soothing massage or just enjoying a deliciouse meal, Buri Resort & Spa truly is a place for the senses.

SOURCE: http://www.buri-resort.com

El Nido, Palawan

El Nido really is a magical place. From its ageless towering marble cliffs to its white sandy beaches with crystal clear water, many refer to it as paradise. There are over 50 beaches to discover, so many in fact that sometimes you feel as if you are on your own secluded private beach. You will also find enchanting lagoons with tranquil turquoise-green water, caves that can take you to hidden beaches, and a very diverse variety of wildlife.

El Nido is a top destination for island hopping, book your boat, take some food, some drinks in a cool box and disappear into the heavenly marine reserve that is Bacuit Bay. It is a truly relaxing and inspiring place; Alex Garland wrote "The Beach" while living here. Scuba diving is also a popular activity here with over 30 dive sites for varying levels and skills; from taking the plunge and learning to dive for the first time, to perfecting your expertise and advancing your qualifications.

Yet El Nido has so many different treasures to offer beyond the obvious. Further activities available include cliff climbing, waterfalls, kayaking, cave exploration, windsurfing, plus you can also hire a motorbike and discover the surrounding north of Palawan.

The dry season is from around November to May with temperatures above 30 degrees centigrade and rain is rare. The most popular tourist times in El Nido are Christmas and Easter. With the Philippines being 95% Catholic the celebration of these two events in the Catholic calendar bring out another side to El Nido. Especially in Easter where there is a week long festival including town parades and markets.

Seafood is a local speciality, in fact many fish are exported to Manila, and on to other South East Asian countries. There are restaurants scattered around the town offering various foods to suit most palates. From seafoods to meat dishes, salads, pastas, stews there is something for everyone. Particular restuarants also have foreign influence including French, German, Swiss and Australian.

A number of bars offer different entertainment including billiard, dancing, live music, karaoke, and of course along the beach front the chance to unwind and watch the beautiful view as the day comes to a close.

There are many eccentricities to El Nido, for example the electric power is 12 noon to 4pm and then 6pm to 6am. Also you will not find any banks here, although you can change foreign currency and travellers cheques at a couple of places albeit at an increased rate. There are also no telephone lines so communication is mostly via mobile phones plus there are many internet cafe's scattered around the town.

Two airlines offer direct flights to El Nido; there are at least 2 flights every day. The only road out of the town is a long dust track which is serviced by 4 buses a day going to the capital of the Palawan, Puerto Princesa City. There are also jeepneys catering for shorter trips. One can also travel by boat direct to Manila from the Port situated in the bay.

Palawan is frequently referred to as "The Final Frontier". Once you have been here you realise why. Enchanting El Nido is truly breathtaking; many leave, their lives changed by this magical place.

SOURCE: http://www.elnidopalawan.com