The Kadaugan Festival 2013

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/the-kadaugan-festival-2013.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Kadaugan Festival 2013" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-buoRSl82Tn0/UaH0YculKwI/AAAAAAAAEs0/beSmJkczRXg/s1600/The-Kadaugan-Festival-2013.png" /></a></div> <br /> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/" target="_blank">Exotic Philippines</a> was one of the lucky blogs who got invited to this amazing, colorful, and lively event where all of the people living in the island of Mactan remember and celebrate the <i>Kadaugan</i> (Victory) of Lapu-Lapu against  Magellan.<br /> <br /> As you may have already know, the island of Mactan was also colonized by Spain and is named after the Datu Lapu-Lapu who defeated the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.<br /> <h3> Reyna Bulakna </h3> Reyna Bulakna is the wife of Datu Lapu-Lapu, so they also have the pageant every year since 2010 where they search for the Reyna Bulakna for the year. The candidates dance just right in front of us, swinging, dancing, showing off! With the beautiful custom, candidates and presentation, it was totally a great sight for me and the rest of the audience.<br /> <br /> Gladly, I was able to bring with my Sony Bloggie, but since my seat is not in front, my view and the video is not that really good but you'll totally appreciate how these beautiful ladies present themselves and how much they want to be the next crowned Reyna Bulakna 2013.<br /> <h3> Higante Parade</h3> Right after the search for Reyna Bulakna 2013, they started the contest for the Higante Parade. Where the <i>Higante </i>(Giant) of the contestants parade on the street to the stage where the search for the next Reyna Bulakna is presented.<br /> <br /> It was their first year for this contest, so they have just few contestants joined in but it was amazing. The Cebuanos just show their huge creativity right in front of us through their Higante!<br /> <h3> Kadaugan Reenactment</h3> I can't say much of the Kadaugan Reenactment 2013 since I was not able to wake up early to witness the event but lucky me I've got friends who were able to attend and able to see the event themselves. So, I've got some photos to share with everyone!!!<br /> <h3> Kadaugan Festival Gallery</h3> Thanks to <b>Dave Pinero</b>, a very skilled photographer and my new found friend who was also there in the event, he's letting me use his photo for this blog post. So please do note, that all photos below (so far) are his photos. I have an epic fail with my camera since when I transfer it to my laptop, it was then gone. Technical issues. I supposed to have a video there. 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What Are the Best Hotels In New York?

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/what-are-best-hotels-in-new-york.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Hotels In New York City" border="0" height="390" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GN8qn8V35jI/UZyvAHhtUWI/AAAAAAAAEro/pN7XOImVAdw/s640/Hotels-In-New-York.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> Whether it's for business or leisure, traveling to a new city is always a challenge. This is especially true for large metropolitan areas like New York City. Inevitably, one of the first questions to come to mind is where one can find the best hotels? The answer to this question is somewhat subjective because some visitors are happy with just having a comfortable place to sleep, while others are looking for luxury and class. Let's look at a couple of the top rated hotels in New York.<br /> <br /> Everybody has heard about <b>the Ritz-Carlton</b> and other fancy hotels in Manhattan, but let's start out with less expensive options. Most of them are around the outskirts of the city, rather than downtown. However, the <b>Comfort Inn Central Park West</b> gives you an excellent view of Central Park without breaking your wallet. An average room goes for $149 per night. If you purchase a package through a travel agent you can often get it for as low as $89 per night during the off season.<br /> <br /> <b>The Hotel Stanford </b>is also an inexpensive option. Located near the heart of midtown, it isn't a luxurious option and has only the basics, but if you want to be close to the action without going broke it is a good option.<br /> <br /> One of the biggest issues you will find with hotels in New York is that higher prices do not necessarily equate with quality. Just because a room costs $400 per night does not mean that it is going to be better than the lesser expensive options mentioned above. But if you are prepared to spend that kind of money on a hotel in the city some of the best options include the following:<br /> <br /> <b>The Hampton Inn </b>located in Times Square will run you about $250 per night, and provides very comfortable rooms. Visitors rate this hotel an average of three out of five stars in terms of comfort and quality.<br /> <br /> <b>The Algonquin Hotel</b>, also located near Times Square is also highly rated and runs about $400 per night. The rooms are very contemporary, and quite spacious.<br /> <br /> <b>The St. Regis New York</b> is one of the most luxurious hotels in New York. Room decor is Louis XV, and it is in an old historic building. It is located in the heart of the city and the price per night averages between $600 and $700.<br /> <br /> Last but not least is the famous <b>Four Seasons Hotel</b>. The rooms are spacious with handsome decor and wood paneling. It is one of the highest rated hotels in the city. The cost per night will be between $800 and $900 depending upon how you acquire it.<br /> <br /> Having reviewed some of the top hotels in New York you are now able to make a more informed decision about where to go and what to choose based upon your level of interest and budget. There are many other options not listed here, so be sure to conduct more research, or get help from experienced travelers, and you should be able to find precisely what you are looking for.<br /></div>

Banzai Plummet Falls Adventure Slide Water Park Giveaway

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/banzai-plummet-falls-adventure-slide.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Banzai Plummet Falls Adventure Slide Water Park Giveaway" border="0" height="388" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IQ_qncxBTMY/UZbFuyg-lII/AAAAAAAAEoI/OUoang3xH1A/s640/Banzai-Plummet-Falls-Adventure-Slide-Water-Park-Giveaway.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> Summer is almost over here in the Philippines, and what a great way it is to end with this Adventure slide water park. And as always, you're one of the lucky people here in the <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/" target="_blank">Exotic Philippines</a> blog to have the opportunity to win this adventure slide! <br /> <br /> As usual, please read the details of the giveaway below to make sure that you are qualified to join. I do advice to really read the details below to avoid being forfeited to giveaways and ensure your way to getting this awesome giveaway! <br /> <br /> <blockquote style="background: #fff; border: #fff;"> <h3 style="text-align: center;"> Welcome to the Summer Adventure Event featuring Banzai Plummet Falls Adventure Slide Water Park Giveaway!</h3> <div style="text-align: center;"> <em>organized by: <a href="http://www.momtobedby8.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mom to Bed by 8</a></em></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Special thank you to our co-hosts: <a href="http://celebratewomantoday.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Celebrate Woman Today</a>, <a href="http://capriscoupons.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Capri's Coupons</a>, <a href="http://www.masterofmom.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jack of all trades, Master of Mom</a> and <a href="http://www.thenursemommy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Nurse Mommy</a>.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007URPGN2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B007URPGN2&linkCode=as2&tag=mom0c-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plummet Falls</a> water slide/pool allows kids to plummet down the Banzai waterslide, refresh in the splash pool and get drenched in the falls, all without leaving the backyard. This water slide park comes with everything you need for hours of summertime fun.</div> <h3 style="text-align: center;"> One lucky winner will receive a Banzai Plummet Falls Adventure Slide Water Park!</h3> <div style="text-align: center;"> Giveaway ends June 5th at 11:59pm, open US, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck.</div> <a class="rafl" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/a21fd0527/" id="rc-a21fd0527" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a> <script src="//d12vno17mo87cx.cloudfront.net/embed/rafl/cptr.js"></script> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> <em>Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. <span style="color: red;">Exotic Philippines</span> is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. <em>Please contact <a href="mailto:teri@mompoweredmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">teri@mompoweredmedia.com</a> with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!</em></em></div> </blockquote> </div>

How to Plan a Great Trip to Manila Philippines?

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/how-to-plan-great-trip-to-manila.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="390" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gTM_NuCNcyQ/UXZG8ME9wZI/AAAAAAAAEjQ/6UYNlqu0xqw/s640/Manila-Philippines.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> Manila Philippines is the capital of the country and has many touristic attractions. If you are planning on visiting this city, make sure you take care of every detail in advance so you can relax during your trip. Keep reading to learn how you can get access to transportation in Manila Philippines.<br /> <br /> Along with the just about all the Philippines, Manila lies solely within the tropics. Its distance to the equator shows that the temperature range is quite small, almost never going below 20 °C (68 °F) on and on greater than 38 °C (100 °F) . Nonetheless, humidity levels are generally quite high which make it feel very much warmer. It has a particular dry season coming from late December through April plus a fairly prolonged wet season that covers the rest of the period.<br /> <br /> Mostly because of industrial waste and high dependence on vehicles, Manila is affected with air pollution as smog which usually has an effect on 98% of the locals within the city to result in a lot more than 4,000 deaths per year. Open dump sites as well as industrial waste give rise to growing pollution from the city where even A number of rivers in Manila are already thought to be biologically dead.<br /> <br /> There are about 103 hotels in Manila so do click on the link above to find out more about other available hotels to choose from. Also, the list above is updated according to the most recommended Manila hotels so anytime the other hotel may rank lower and the other may go higher, vice versa. If you're looking for a hotel according to star ratings, guest ratings and distance then you may just click on the link above and filter your search. If you're also in a budget, then you may filter your search according to the budget that you have. But first off, (again) click on the link above to be able to use the filter. If you've got any questions or help, don't hesitate to contact me - alright? <br /> <h3> Manila Transportation</h3> Public transportation is very crowded in the capital of <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/" target="_blank">the Philippines</a>. Besides, you might have a hard time finding the right train or bus since you are not familiar with the area. The best method of transportation in Manila Philippines is to rent a car. Prices are very interesting and renting a vehicle will give you the opportunity to see different areas of the Philippines.<br /> <br /> Renting a car during your trip to the Philippines will give you the opportunity to travel around the country. You could for instance visit Cebu, another major city. It is in fact easier to take a plane to Cebu, rent a car there and travel to Manila once you are done visiting Cebu.<br /> <br /> Learn more about different car rental places in Cebu or in Manila. Look for online reviews and talk to people who have visited the Philippines before. Do not hesitate to call or email car rental companies to learn more about the services offered. If possible, book your car rental in advance to make sure you have a good vehicle waiting for you.<br /> <br /> Choose your rental car carefully. If you plan on travelling around the Philippines, a car with a good mileage is an advantage. Keep in mind that roads can get very busy. Driving a small vehicle should be easier if you want to drive through big cities. You should drive very carefully at first since the driving style of others might be very different from what you are used to.<br /> <br /> You should go over the rental contract very carefully before deciding to rent a vehicle. Pay attention to small characters and contact the rental company if you do not understand all the clauses. Make sure you are properly insured and will not be charged unreasonable fees in case something happens to the rental vehicle. Do not hesitate to ask for pictures of the rental car if you want to make sure it is in good shape.<br /> <br /> Renting a car during your trip to the Philippines will make your vacation a lot more exciting. Choose your rental company very carefully to make sure you get a quality vehicle at a good price.<br /> <br /> I hope these few tips and the list of hotels in Manila will be helpful for your plan in visiting the Philippines. Most likely, most of you will first land in Manila but some you may go directly here in Cebu - it all depends on your plans.<br /> <br /> If you've got any tips to share with us, Manila hotels want to suggest then please do feel free to leave it as a comment below and let us hear you out!</div>

A Guide to Wine Tasting in Canada

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/a-guide-to-wine-tasting-in-canada.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wine Tasting in Canada" border="0" height="390" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pX0lk_NjltA/UYvEVmWHk6I/AAAAAAAAEmE/89YVgV39V4c/s640/A-Guide-to-Wine-Tasting-in-Canada.png" width="640" /></a></div> <b style="font-weight: normal; line-height: 1.1500000000000001; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></b> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal; line-height: 1.1500000000000001; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Every year, millions of people visit Canada, not just for the spectacular landscapes and amazing wildlife, but also to see the fantastic vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see. If you think that the people of Canada continuously live under a blanket of snow, then think again, because the wine that is produced here is actually some of the best in the world. After a glass or two, you’ll soon realise why!</span></b><br /> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"> </b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Over recent years, the wine that is made in Canada has gathered critical acclaim, and the amount the county continues to produce increases year on year. Although they’ll never be a global leader, with the likes of Italian, Spanish and New Zealand wines topping our supermarket shelves, there are still some extremely tasty surprises to experience. </span></b></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"> </b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’re a grape lover and you know your wine lists like the back of your hand, then you’ll also know that the best way to taste any wine is straight from the source. From the British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley to Ontario’s Niagara region, there are a number of high quality wineries to experience, but there are also some smaller vineyards that will also provide just as much flavour and culture – namely in Quebec. With Cowichan Valley and Nova Scotia leading the rustic boutique wineries, there’s plenty to see and do on a wine trip to Canada. </span></b></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"> </b> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wherever you end up visiting in Canada, remember to keep an open mind, and always prepare to be surprised. Clear out all the unnecessary junk in your car, because you’re going to need the space for the selection of bottles you’ll be bringing home too! </span></b></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-3e589fcf-89ec-f78d-fe12-ca5fb8584efc" style="font-weight: normal;"> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <h3> Golden Mile</h3> </div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">British Columbia has some of the best wines in the country, and they can be found in the sleep town of Oliver – home of the Golden Mile. Fostering a hot climate all summer, Oliver is the perfect place for grapes to ripen, and sprouting out of the sandy, clay soils, Oliver is the best producer of Merlot, cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay for hundreds of miles. </span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sadly, the Golden Mile is actually some 20 wineries spread out over 20km, however if you’re driving this journey shouldn’t be a problem. </span><a href="http://www.autoeurope.ca/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Autoeurope.ca</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> offers some of the best car rental deals on the internet, so make sure you surf online before hiring a car for your Canadian wine adventure. The Golden Mile is also a great tourist area, and you’ll be able to meet other wine enthusiasts who share the same palate passions!  </span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <h3> Okanagan Valley</h3> </div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Thankfully, you’re never too far from a wine region in Canada, no matter where you are, meaning a quick drive in the car can open up a world of adventures. Take Okanagan Valley for example. The five hour journey from Vancouver may seem a little steep for a vineyard adventure, but the rolling hills and spectacular countryside along the way make the trip well worth the while. </span></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.1500000000000001; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are over 100 wineries located in Okanagan Valley, and they boast a fantastic selection of bold reds and crisp whites. From pinot blanc and chardonnay to pinot noir and merlot, you’ll no doubt leave with your taste buds tingling, with a wine to suite every suitor.  </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div> </b></div>

Yummy Yogurt Giveaway

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/05/yummy-yogurt-giveaway.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Yummy Yogurt Giveaway" border="0" height="390" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-S3AGCHpObFU/UYpLNFhJ2HI/AAAAAAAAEl0/UCXYjeZy_-k/s640/Yummy-Yogurt--Giveaway-exotic-philippines.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> I know not all people are a fan of Yogurt, but I am! Especially the Strawberry yugort! It's healthy and do help me with my slow metabolism and that's why I do eat it. <br /> <br /> So the great news is that, today we have the <b>YUMMY YOGURT GIVEAWAY</b> for everyone that I know yogurt fans will love to grab and get a taste!<br /> <br /> As usual and as the same with our other giveaways running here in <b><a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/">Exotic Philippines</a></b>, but please do make sure to read the details below provided by Stay at Stay at Home Mom. Do read carefully to ensure that you're qualified to join the giveaway and take home the yummy yogurt!!!<br /> <br /> <b>Good luck!</b><br /> <br /> <blockquote style="background: #fff; border: #fff;"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b>Welcome to the Yummy Yogurt Giveaway </b><br /> hosted by Stay at Stay at Home Mom </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> with cohost <a href="http://www.hotcouponalerts.com/" rel="nofollow">Hot Coupon Alerts</a> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> and sponsored by </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://chobanichampions.com/Coupons" rel="nofollow">Chobani Champions Yogurt Tubes</a>. (follow the link for coupons!)</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Have you heard of Chobani Champions yet? If not, check out the <a href="http://blog.stay-a-stay-at-home-mom.com/2013/05/08/chobani-champions-review/%E2%80%8E" rel="nofollow">Review by Stay a Stay at Home Mom </a>and learn why she couldn't keep them in her house! And when you are done, fill out the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win.</div> <br /> <em><strong>Giveaway Details:</strong></em> <br /> <ul> <li>One winner will receive (8) 8-ct Boxes Chobani Champions Yogurt Tube & $75 Walmart Gift Card to use towards stocking your fridge with other healthy treats (or anything, really)</li> <li> <div> Giveaway runs May 8 - May 28</div> </li> <li> <div> Winner must be in the United States</div> </li> <li> <div> Fill out the Rafflecopter below to enter to win</div> </li> <li> <div> This blog is not responsible for prize shipment and was not compensated for this post</div> </li> <li> <div> Questions? Contact<a href="http://www.stay-a-stay-at-home-mom.com/contact-me.html" rel="nofollow"> Stay a Stay at Home Mom</a></div> </li> </ul>   <a class="rafl" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/ce654f41/" id="rc-ce654f41" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a> <script src="//d12vno17mo87cx.cloudfront.net/embed/rafl/cptr.js" type="text/javascript"></script> </blockquote> <div> <br /></div> </div>

Viva Las Vegas Vacation Giveaway

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--opCJu5RMv8/UYcUt2eXu3I/AAAAAAAAElk/MvnwIPhkqEU/s1600/Viva-Las-Vegas-Vacation-Giveaway.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="390" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--opCJu5RMv8/UYcUt2eXu3I/AAAAAAAAElk/MvnwIPhkqEU/s640/Viva-Las-Vegas-Vacation-Giveaway.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> Who doesn't want to see and visit Las Vegas? Well, I want to visit that place one day just to see what's going on there and I love to see awesome performances also. Lucky you, today we have a big time giveaway that is co-hosted by <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/">Exotic Philippines</a> and it is the Viva Las Vegas Vacation Giveaway!<br /> <br />  Before you join in this event, please do read the details provided below by Alice so that we're sure that you're qualified to join in this giveaway. Make sure that you're qualified to join and agree to the agreements below to avoid any problems if you win this. <br /> <blockquote style="background: #fff; border: #fff;"> <div align="center"> <a href="http://www.adventureintodomesticlandgiveaways.com/2013/05/VLVVG.html" rel="nofollow"><img height="280" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MPkA-O4GVsA/UYWSYY5WNpI/AAAAAAAAFXc/rCYxm0naoZE/s400/vegas.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> <div align="center"> Organized by <a href="http://www.adventureintodomesticland.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adventure Into Domesticland</a> <br /> Sponsored by <a href="http://www.aliceonvacation.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alice On Vacation</a> <br /> <br /> A big thanks to the co-hosts: <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exotic Philippines</a>, <a href="http://myfourlittles.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Four Littles</a>, <a href="http://www.stacyssavings.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stacy's Savings & Other Stuff</a>, <a href="http://missbesavin.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miss beSavin</a> and <a href="http://growingupgabel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Growing Up Gabel</a>!! <br /> <br /> <u style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Prize Package includes:</b></i></u><br /> <span style="font-size: x-large;">•</span><span style="font-size: large;">4 day and 3 night accommodations at a 3+ star hotel on the strip in Las Vegas, NV for 2 adults! </span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;">(25 years or older)</span><br /> <span style="font-size: x-large;">• </span><span style="font-size: large;">A $500 dollar Funbook! (with cash, chips, meals, tokens & show tickets!)</span> <br /> <br /> Giveaway ends June 7th at 11:59 pm PST. Open worldwide, except to residents of Nevada, USA and proof of residency is required. Must be at least 25 years old to enter. Certificate only covers hotel accommodations. Winner will be responsible for all other expenses, including without limitations: any taxes, fees, transportation, gratuities, meals and surcharges. Hotel will require that you present a major credit card to cover other possible charges. Winners are chosen at random by <a href="http://www.random.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">random.org</a>. and will be notified via email, be given 48 hours to respond (or another winner will be chosen). To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below.</div> <br /> <br /> <div align="center"> <a class="rafl" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/9bef7f34/" id="rc-9bef7f34" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a> <script src="//d12vno17mo87cx.cloudfront.net/embed/rafl/cptr.js"></script> </div> <br /> <br /> <div align="center"> <i>Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. <span style="color: red;">Exotic Philippines</span> is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. Please contact <a href="mailto:adventuresindomesticland@live.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alice Kingsleigh</a> with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event! This giveaway is no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.</i></div> </blockquote> <h3> Good luck!</h3> </div>

Take a Tour in Cebu Philippines!

<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/04/take-tour-in-cebu-philippines.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tour in Cebu Philippines" border="0" height="390" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D6lFUBLjUo0/UXZE3jf6B-I/AAAAAAAAEi8/eB1SFQCUjRU/s640/Take-a-Tour-in-Cebu-Philippines.png" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> If you want to <a href="http://www.cebutriptours.com/twin-city-tour/" target="_blank">tour Cebu</a> then you're going to need to know what you have to do. This is a beautiful place that you're going to want to check out. Here are some tips that will help you to get your tour planned out.<br /> <br /> You're probably going to want to learn to book your flight and get your hotel room first of all. This can be done easily on the Internet. You can also call a travel agent up and see if they can set it up for you, I would suggest <b><a href="http://cebutriptours.com/" target="_blank">CEBU TRIP TOURS</a></b> - one of our sponsors here in <a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/" target="_blank">Exotic Philippines</a> - in bringing you the best experience to have a tour in Cebu.<br /> <br /> If you're going to do it through the Internet, you can go to one of many travel sites that allow you to book a flight and a hotel room at the same time. This is the best way to go if you're booking early because the earlier you book the trip, the cheaper it will be.<br /> <br /> When you're considering where you're going to be staying, you should look up reviews on a review site. Sometimes the site where you book the trip will allow you to look over reviews, but a lot of the time you'll have to look it up yourself. Just get the name of the hotel or motel you'll be staying at and then type in the word reviews after it.<br /> <br /> If you can't find a review for the place you're staying then you should be a little more careful about going there since it's anyone's guess as to how good that place is to stay. But as a travel blog, I've already listed some lists of hotels in Cebu that you could stay at - and there are also a post about affordable accommodations in Cebu, so you might want to check these out:<br /> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2011/12/below-2000-rooms-in-cebu-city-part-1.html" target="_blank">Pension House in Cebu</a> - Below 2K Rooms in Cebu City – Part 1</li> <li><a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2011/12/below-2k-rooms-in-cebu-city-part-2.html" target="_blank">Cheap Accommodation Cebu</a> - Below 2K Rooms in Cebu City – Part 2</li> <li><a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/01/list-of-hotels-in-cebu-city-philippines.html" target="_blank">Hotels in Cebu City Philippines</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.exoticphilippines.info/2013/01/11-hotels-in-mandaue-city-cebu.html" target="_blank">Hotels in Mandaue</a></li> </ul> When you want to go on your trip a good tour to go on would be the one where you board a fast craft and have a <a href="http://www.cebutriptours.com/day-swing-to-bohol-from-cebu/" target="_blank">Cebu to Bohol tour</a>. There are places like the chocolate hills and the tarsier. You get to eat your lunch when you're near the Loboc river. After this you get to go to Cebu during the afternoon where you can relax back at your hotel room, or you can go sight seeing and tour in Cebu some more until it gets dark if you wish to.<br /> <br /> Now that you're ready to tour Cebu you should realize that it's a great place to visit. You'll have plenty to do and you won't have to worry about it not being one of the best trips you've ever been on. What are you waiting for? Get your travel arrangements made as soon as possible!</div>