Surigao del Norte is located at the Northeastern part of Mindanao. The province is composed of the mainland, where Surigao City is the capital, Siargao, and Bucas Grande islands. Siargao is composed of 48 islands and islets—politically divided into nine municipalities. It contains one of the largest mangrove forest reserves in Mindanao, but it is also known as the surfing capital of the Philippines. The best-known surfing wave on the island with a worldwide reputation for thick, hollow tubes is “Cloud 9”. This right-breaking reef wave is the site of the annual Siargao Cup, a domestic and international surfing competition sponsored by the provincial government of Surigao del Norte. Offshore, a classic tropical island lies protected within its surrounding coral reef with dozens of coconut palms dressed in the center circle of the island. Off to the right within the massive coastal reef lies a shining white sand bar called Pansukian or Naked Island with some 200 meters long. The native inhabitants of the island are called Surigaonon with Austronesian spoken dialect with a generic term known as Binisaya or Visayan language as part of the wider ethnolinguistic group.
Cebu is a province of the Philippines in the country’s Central Visayas region comprising Cebu Island and more than 150 smaller surrounding islands and islets. Both modern and traditional, Cebu is a blend of urban developments and colonial Spanish history. Its most popular activities include tours of famous Spanish structures like Basilica Minore del Santo Niño church and Fort San Pedro. From stunning waterfalls to historical landmarks, and from religious sites to pristine beaches, Cebu’s most popular attractions will spice up your holiday in this warm and relaxing area of the Philippines. The inhabitants are called Sebuano or Sugbuhanon with Austronesian spoken dialect with a generic term known as Binisaya or Visayan language as part of the wider ethnolinguistic group.
Palawan is the largest province in the Philippines. It is known as the “Philippines’ Last Frontier” and dubbed as the country’s “cradle of civilization”. The inhabitants are called Pala’wan or Palawano (by the outsiders) with three largely spoken dialects where Tagalog language is dominating followed by Cuyunon and Palawanon.
El Nido is a Philippine municipality on Palawan Island. It is famous for its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs, and splendid limestone rock formations. It is the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago, a group of islands with steep karst cliffs. Miniloc Island is famed for the clear waters of its small and big lagoons. Nearby Shimizu Island has fish-filled waters. The area has many dive sites, including Dilumacad Island’s long tunnel leading to an underwater cavern. It offers endless opportunities for snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, and paddle boarding in its crystal-clear waters. It is one of the most ideal destinations for water-lovers.
