SULU: The Most Feared Paradise in the Southwest

Dont be afraid of Sulu. Be afraid of terrorism which can happen in your own home, the metro or even the White House in Washington, D.C.

SULU, an autonomous province in southwest Philippines, garners extremely opposite impressions. While a few view the province as paradise, most see it as an Armageddon--- a battlefield. 

According to www.bbc.co.uk:

"The islands of Sulu, in the south-west Philippines look like the type of tropical paradise you would see on the front cover of a tourist brochure." 

"But appearances can be deceptive. This is a violent and unstable region - a breeding ground for international terrorism."

RAFFLESIA: A Gigantic Pride Blooming in Bukidnon

Rafflesia (Rafflesiaceae) is a parasitic plant that periodically blooms in some parts of Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, there are recorded sightings of this organism in the mountainous areas of Laguna, Compostela Valley and Bukidnon. Rafflesia blooms 3 to 5 days and gets decomposed. The flower is also called "flesh flower" and "corpse flower" since it smells like a rotting flesh. In Lantapan, Bukidnon, it is commonly called "busaw", a native word for monster or aswang.

MARAGUSAN: The Valley of Waterfalls and Springs

Maragusan, Compostela Valley settles amidst the grand mountains of Davao Region. This first class municipality is a home to tempting mountains, dozens of waterfalls and countless springs. This silent town, formerly San Mariano, has tons of tourist destinations to offer---manmade and natural. No wonder it is tagged as "THE SUMMER CAPITAL OF DAVAO REGION".

DON SALVADOR BENEDICTO: A PLACE YOU MIGHT HAVEN'T HEARD OF

"Never did I think that there exists a beautiful town like Don Salvador Benedicto in the sweet province of Negros Occidental."

Don Salvador Benedicto is a lofty town situated amidst the mountains of Negros Occidental. It is located between the cities of Bacolod and San Carlos. The silent town has a climate, terrain and winding highway system comparable to Tagaytay, Baguio and Bukidnon.

TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN LANUZA, SURIGAO DEL SUR

 Lanuza, a 4th class municipality of Surigao del Sur, is a small yet endearing coastal town of the province. Lanuza is almost a complete treat to a tourist who wants to experience everything (except for a filthy nightlife). It has clean beaches, shoreline fit for surfing, waterfalls, caves, name it...

OKLAHOMA ISLAND RAFI'S RESORT: A Scenic Getaway of Misamis Occidental

Oklahoma Island Rafi's Resort aka Oklahoma Beach is a hidden gem of Misamis Occidental. It is situated in Baliangao, the northernmost town of the province particularly in Sitio Cabgan, Brgy. Punta Miray. The resort occupies 4 of the few islets of the sitio. The 4 islets are interconnected with wooden footbridge, the longest is 30 meters. The resort can be reached through a boat provided by the management. The resort is a perfect place for swimming, sunset watching, picture taking, beach hiking and enjoying privacy.

I know you are interested to get the resort's contact number. So here it is--- MARK- 09152317772.

SUMALSAG CAVE: Spelunking and More

Sumalsag Cave is counted as one of the 5 recognized caves in Palaopao Range in the municipalities of Manolo Fortich and Sumilao in Bukidnon. Sumalsag Cave stretches to 1.04km long. Its usual caving route starts from Sitio Kilabong, Vista Villa, Sumilao and exits to Sitio Diamante, Dalirig, Manolo Fortich. 

I have heard Sumalsag Cave many times. Some say it's really beautiful. Some say it's truly adventurous. Some even say they have shed tears trekking in this cave. Challenging, indeed!