Summer Destination: Watercamp Resort

Entrance Gate of Water Camp Resort

It's been three years since we transferred in Bacoor, Cavite. And every time we  have decided to go on an outing we always go to Watercamp Resort. My 1st time coming to the resort, it was a company outing, 2nd time was a holy week outing, and the 3rd and the most special is my son Raphael's 1st Birthday celebration.
Watercamp Resort is located in Panamitan, Kawit, Cavite. Second Best Resort next to Island Cove. But it is preferred by many vacationers because of its affordability and well-maintained facilities. Pool water is continuously replaced and landscapes, attractions and accommodations have been improved perpetually.

Getting There:

Via Cavitex

Watercamp Resort is now more accessible after the opening of Cavitex. So, if you are coming from Metro Manila, you can now avoid the congested traffic in Aguinaldo Highway by taking the said express way. But if you are commuting from Manila, from Baclaran you can ride a bus with "Cavite City or Noveleta" signs and ask the driver to drop you off at Watercamp or Josephine Resort. Buses going to Naic or Ternate is also possible to take but you will be dropped off right after Covelandia Rd. corner Tirona Hwy. From there you can take a mini bus with routes going to Noveleta or Cavite City.

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Via Aguinaldo Highway

1. If you are coming from Las Pinas City, you can either take Cavitex or Gen. Evangelista St. in Bacoor townproper. When taking the latter, upon reaching Mabolo I, continue onto Binakayan Bridge then turn right to Covelandia Rd. After Covelandia Rd., turn right to Magdiwang Hwy then proceed to Watercamp Resort (entrance to the resort is at the left side of the road).
2. Coming from Imus or Dasmarinas City, take Aguinaldo Hwy and upon reaching SM City Bacoor, turn left at Tirona hwy then continue to Binakayan Bridge. Then turn right to Covelandia Rd. After Covelandia Rd., turn right to Magdiwang Hwy then proceed to Watercamp Resort (entrance to the resort is at the left side of the road).

        (Note: Taking Covelandia Rd. is advised because heavy traffic sometimes occur   in  Binakayan Public Market in Tirona Hwy)

Entrance Fee:
      Adult                          -     P220
      Children below 4 feet  -      200
      Infants                       -     Free

Basic rules and regulations to remember:
      First come first serve basis picnic tables.
      Food and Drinks are allowed, alcoholic beverages or wines are prohibited.
      Breakable bottles, pets an electrical cookware or appliances are not allowed.
      Swimming is from 8:00 am to 12:00 mn only. No overnight swimming.


     

The newly added bigger pool and the wave pool

Different angle of the big pool

The new attract

The 160 meter lazy river ( with current)

Newly developed landscape going to the wave pool

Room accommodations

Table for 6 @ P400

The Small Hut good for 9 persons @ P900

Some parts of the resort is still under renovation. Improvements on facilities and new attractions are still on going.

Best Bohol Adventure

The province of Bohol has plenty of tourist spots that a one day tour is not enough to cover it all. It is best to experience Bohol on at least 3 days vacation. To Cover all the tourist attractions, you can either rent a vehicle or try your own driving skill and be equipped with a map.

Bohol Tourists Spots

The Chocolate Hills 

The Chocolate Hills located in the town of Carmen is the most famous tourist attraction in Bohol.

Seen here is the viewing base of the hill. You have to climb up to the peak so you can get a better view of the many hills around the area. There are two ways to get to the peak, one is through the long, small-step stairs that truly knee-shaking experience and two is through the spiraling pathway on the side of the hill.

There are a lot of souvenir stores at the viewing base. A souvenir T-shirt can be customized so your picture can be printed on it as a proof of having been to Chocolate Hills.

Loboc River Cruise

The pride of the town of Loboc is the River Cruise. The cruise offers a short trip of the river while having an eat-all-you-can feasts.

While being serenaded by the local band on board, there's also a stop along the river, where you'll be entertained by a group of local singers, dancers and musicians.

Loboc River

Bohol Beach Club

The beautiful white sand beach of Bohol Beach club is located in Panglao, Island.

There a lot of beaches and resorts in Panglao, Island both public and private. Right beside Bohol Beach Club is the Dumaluan Beach Resort.

Aside from white fine sands, you can also enjoy their pool day or night. Unfortunately, Bohol Beach Club doesn't allow night swimming on the beach.

On The Other Side

This is the altar of Baclayon Church in Baclayon town just 6 kilometers away from Tabilaran. (Photo appears dark, camera flashing is not allowed)

The old stone-church of Loon.

 Loon Church Interior


The Man Made Mahogany Forest

The man-made forest located at the border of Loboc and Bilar towns. It is the first man-made forest in the country in a 2-kilometre stretch of a thickly planted Mahogany trees.

The Punta Cruz Watch Tower in Maribojoc, is 14-kilometer west of Tagbilaran City.

The Blood Compact site in Brgy. Bool, part of Tagbilaran City.

Second from Chocolate Hills, the Tarsier is famous and one reason why tourist came and came back to Bohol.

Best Vacation Destination For Summer

During summertime, Baguio and Tagaytay cities have always been the most popular destinations for tourists because of their colder weather amidst hot summer. While on the popular beaches, Boracay and Puerto Galera had been the all time favorite spots. And if you’re looking for a paradise vacation, Palawan is the best place. But for a change and for a new discovery of places to visit, I searched for the next best vacation destinations for an unforgettable new experience.

  

BATANES

Batanes’ consists of group of small island on the northern part of the country. It has a colder weather very suitable during summer.  Rain comes in any day of the year. Although the islands’ residents maintain a conservative and traditional living, electricity, cable television and telecommunication signal are already available.

And because of the islands’ natural beauty, there are a thousand ways and things to do all over Batanes. You could go swimming, hiking, fishing, sightseeing (the best thing), island hopping and nature tripping.

A stay in Batanes offers an experience of historical and memorable simple life. It’s a great place to get connected to and appreciate our past, the best place to discover our beginnings.

Places to go and see in Batanes:

 

● House of Dakay (1887) a UNESCO heritage building.

● Lighthouses of Batanes

● St. Dominic de Guzman Parish Cathedral

● Mt. Iraya - A 1008-meter mountain on Batan Island.

● Mahatao View Deck

● Burial Caves - Pre-historic burial caves in the town of Itbayat.

● Sumhao Wind Power Plant

● Nakaboang Beach, Ark & Cave

● Songsong Ruins

● Beaches - Chadpidan Beach, White Beach and more.

● Payaman - known as "Marlboro Country", a pasture overlooking farm fields & the Pacific Ocean.

 
 BANAHAW

Mt. Banahaw is popular as a traditional pilgrimage place for locals and some tourists. It was believed by many to be a “holy mountain” or spiritually-filled spot. It is also well-known among mountaineers being the nearest hiking site in Manila. Climbing activity peaks during Holy Week every year, with thousands of climbers visits both for nature and spiritual intent. There are at least 4 trails exist from the mountain, from Dolores, Sariaya, & Lucban or Tayabas in Quezon. The most frequented trails are the Cristiano & the Tatlong Tangke, taking a typical 9 and 5 hours hike, respectively. These 2 trails originate from Barangay Kinabuhayan, Dolores, and meet near the summit of Banahaw. What will be found in the summit are what they call Durungawan (viewpoints) I, II, and III, and it is in the summit where pilgrims usually do some spiritual refuge.

Other Sections to See in the Mountain

• Crystalino Falls,
• Suplina Falls,
• Salamin Bubog (glass mirror) which is a small pond in which the water is as a mirror;
• the Kweba ng Dios Ama (cave), one of the most sacred place but you will be dismayed to see a concrete house built by a local sects right in the mouth of the cave;
• the Pintong Lihim (sacred door)- two large boulders with divergent paths and
• Niluhuran (place where trees knelt) which was named due to the bent trees which sorrounds the place and some minor pilgrim sites.
• Durungawan (view points) I, II, and III (highest point), the cave near the cross and the crater view overlooking Guis-guis and two other rivers Tubig ng Gatas at Tubig ng Dugo (river of blood and milk because one is white as marble and the other red as iron oxide).

Within Kinabuhayan area,

• the Bakas (Christ’s foot print),
• Santo Calbaryo (Calvary),
• Tres Personas,
• Ilog ng landas (river),
• Ina ng Awa,
• Husgado (cave),
• Kweba ni San Pedro (cave),
• Kweba ni San Pablo (cave),
• Prisintahan,
• Dolorosa,
• Piedra Mental,
• Ciudad Mystica,
• Buhok ng Birhen,

ILOCOS NORTE

 

The panoramic Ilocos Norte is boasts of graceful, historic churches, deep aquamarine-colored seas, scenic vistas of Rocky Mountains, hidden waterfalls, fine and white sand beaches, and a mystical history of gold mines, bloody revolts and an interesting window to Philippine national politics.

At about 488 Kilometers from Manila, touring Ilocos Norte takes 2 to 4 days to enjoy all the beautiful places each town has to offer. A perfect destination if you wish to escape the pressures of city living. From Pagudpud beach to Fort Ilocandia to Paoay Church to Bangui Windfarm, Ilocos Norte offers an endless vacation indulgence that will surely be a great summer experience.

WHERE TO GO

 

 DAY 1 - North

• Bacarra  - Bacarra Church, Bell Tower and ruins
• Pasuquin -  biscocho, salt making
• Burgos -  Cape Bojedor Lighthouse
• Bangui - Bangui valley, Bangui viewdeck
• Pagudpud - Mabogabog falls, Patapat viaduct, white sand beaches

DAY 2 - South

• Badoc - Juan Luna House
• Currimao - Coral rock formations
• Batac - Gregorio Aglipay Church, Marcos Museum, Mariano Marcos State University,  
• Paoay - Malacañang of the North, Paoay Church, Paoay Lake
• Laoag - Aurora Park, Bantay Bell Tower, Tobacco Monopoly Monument, St. William's Cathedral, 
• Sarusar : exhibit on Ilocano products

 

 

DAY 3 - Central

• San Nicolas - pottery, San Nicolas Church
• Sarrat - Aglipayan Church, Sta. Monica Church and convent
• Solsona - Dua-Dua falls, Karingking river

 




The latest addition to the numerous destinations is the Banna Zipline. Located at Brgy. Caribquib in the town of Banna, it was a project of the Barangay Council, with 160 meter-cable ropeslide in less than 20 second ride. On the base of the zip line rides, tourists can make use of the village's sprawling ground for rest and picnic.

Zip line tours are becoming alternative vacation activities during this summer and can be enjoyed at P100/ per ride.