Camiguin Island Philippines

 Camiguin  Island has a population of approximately 75,000 people is it located about 55 miles from the city of Cagayan de Oro 

Camiguin Island  is a peaceful and laid-back place if you are looking for a getaway from every day stress of the world this is the place. The island has a wealth of natural wonders. It also has some of the best beaches and dive spots in the Philippines. More than the sites  to see this island is so laid-back is especially appealing to travelers, who just want to get away from it all there is not really a night life  here or a five-star hotel, or a ton of tourist which make it the ideal place to just lose yourself, and get away from it all for a couple of days. 

Some of the areas to visit on the island are the Sunken Cemetery and Guiob Church Ruins. if you are looking for a place just to get away from the world and relax, this is truly the island for you.

Corrigidor Island

Corrigidor is an island in the Philippines, located at the mouth of Manila Bay in southwestern Luzon. It is the largest island that form the defense for Manila Bay.

During the second world war, the island played an important role during the liberation invasion to take back the Philippines from the Japanese. I remembered my uncle telling me about this Island while he was assigned here. The island was heavily bombarded during the second world war and the ruins of war were left standing to serve as a memorial for the soldiers who lost their lives in this island. It is a very important historical site and is visited by many tourist. There is a huge national cemetery for the Americans that died on this island.

The island today is visited by many World War II veterans because of his history and importance. There are several companies that offer tours on the island featuring military installation that were used during World War II in fact, you can still see many of the bombed out structures as they have not been restored and were left this way to honor the Filipino and American soldiers. Standing on the highest point of the island is the Pacific War Memorial. It was built by the United States to honor the Filipino and American soldiers who participated in World War II.

There is an eternal flame located behind the memorial that symbolizes the freedom for which the soldiers fought and died.

If you want a memorable experience, visit the island of Corregidor in the Philippines. There is a popular hotel called Corregidor Inn and has about 30 rooms and one suite. All rooms are air-conditioned and you may have lunch at the the La Playa restaurant. It has a very nice and relaxing atmosphere.

The Hotel Corregidor is also a fine hotel to stay and their restaurant serves many local dishes which I am sure you will enjoy. Check with your travel agent about historical tours and package deals to the island of Corregidor.

Smallest Island

What is the smallest island in the world? Where is it located? Could it be in the Caribbean, Asia or the Middle East. Actually the smallest island is located off the coast of England in what is known as islands of Sicily.

This island is only 50 m² and is uninhabited except for a lighthouse that is the only building on the island which by the way takes up the entire island. There is another island that some people consider the smallest it is located off the coast of India. This island is called isle of Brahmaputra it is a Rock Island approximately 1 km.

Now I'm really going to confusion there is an island in the Philippines off the coast of Mindoro just a few minutes from San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. This island is so small that only four people can be on it at one time. So I leave the choice up to you the UK, India or the Philippines either way I don't think you'll be taken a vacation there.

Problems with Sharks

You have found the island of your dreams and are ready to dive into the clear beautiful clear green water. I might caution you before you do this to check and see if there have been any local incidents with sharks remember not all beaches are only playgrounds for humans some could be a hunting grounds for sharks.The white sands of new Smyrna Beach Florida attract many thousands of tourist each year. It also seems to be a favorite vacation spot for sharks. In 2007 it had an increased amount of shark attacks. Out of 112 attacks around the world 17 were on the beach. They were not life-threatening attacks. Went swimming you must be aware of your surroundings for example you find yourself in the middle of a school of small fish commonly known as bait fish leave the water immediately at this is what sharks feed on.One of the most infested beaches in the world is Velzyland beach off the North Shore of Oahu. Hawaii the waters here are filled primarily with Tiger sharks. So before you dive into the crystal-clear waters of your island or favorite beach be sure you have checked with the locals about any shark incidents. And always try to swim where there is a lifeguard these tips may save you from being and appetizer for a hungry shark.

Pitcarn Island

Pitcarn Island you are probably asking yourself where the heck is this place and why does the name sounds so familiar. The reason that this name may sound familiar to you is that this island had some very famous inhabitants at one time.Pitcarn Island is located in the South Pacific and at one time was inhabited by tribes with a Polynesian culture. They mysteriously disappeared in the 1400s. This has just added to the mystery and intrigue of the island.

This island is most remembered because the crew of the Bounty as in Mutiny on the Bounty settled on this island with their Tahitian wives in the 1790s.

After years of isolation from the outside world and American sailing vessel happened to stumble across this island in 1808. The American sailors expected to meet some type of hostile natives of the island but instead were greeted by English-speaking Anglo- Tahitians. Who were the direct descendants of the crew of the Bounty. And that is how the world learned of the story of what happened to the members of the crew.

So if you're looking for a remote place to live where you can forget the everyday stress of life Pitcarin Island would probably be a great choice for you. Because the population of the island only numbers about 50 people who are the direct descendants of the mutineers of the Bounty.

Mall of Asia

If you are visiting the Philippines and happened to be in Manila maybe you're feeling a little homesick we have just the cure for you. Take a taxi and tell the driver to drop you off at the Mall of Asia. You will feel like you are back in the good old USA.
The Mall of Asia is the second largest mall in the Philippines and the third largest shopping mall in Asia. It covers an area of 42 acres the average daily foot traffic is about 200,000 people.

The mall includes branches of all the standard stores that you would find in any supermall. Many American companies such as Mc Donalds the Gap and even Victoria's Secret are located in the Mall of Asia if that doesn't cure your homesick nothing will. The Jolly bee the Philippine version of McDonnell and also Yellow Cab Pizza can be found there these are unique little restaurants that I'm sure you will enjoy I know I did.

This mall also has an IMAX theatre which has one of the world's biggest screens. There is also six regular movie theaters like you would find in the United States. Also located in the mall is an Olympic size skating rink which can accommodate recreational skaters and also where ice hockey is played. There is also an open air music Hall that faces the sea for your enjoyment.

So don't just sit around your hotel room watching television pay a visit to the Mall of Asia there are so many activities it will take a lease a couple of days to enjoy them all.

The Island of the Philippines

There are 7107 islands that make up the Philippines. Only four thousand of these islands are inhabited. The islands are divided into three groups Luzon,Visayas and Mindanao with the capital being located in Manila. The Philippines are located between the Philippines sea and the South China Sea. The Philippines are often overlooked by travelers because of its location but it is truly one of the great treasures of Southeast Asia.

You will be truly rewarded if you take the time to go the extra distance to reach it. Because the Philippines is off the beaten path is a great place to escape the hordes of tourists who descend on other parts of Asia.

The Philippines have many natural wonders a string of coral island that stretch across a vast part of the Western Pacific. Some of the world's best diving and snorkeling can be had in the Philippines. You may want to visit the chocolate hills of Bohol or the white sand beaches of Sipalay or the party town of Boracy.

Any traveler who has been to the Philippines will tell you that it is the people and their culture that make the island's unique. Despite the poverty that affects much of the nation the Filipino people themselves are among the most friendly and easy-going people anywhere. The Philippines truly qualify as one of the last great frontiers in South East Asia what ever ocean you have to cross you need to see it for yourself.