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Are you tired of your System Support & Documentation Jobs or any work in general? Then you may want to take a vacation in one the five most beautiful and interesting places to visit in the whole world.

• The Grand Canyon in USA – this is an enjoyable scenery and many scientists believe that the Grand Canyon was actually created by Colorado River.
• The Cape Town in South Africa – this place is often referred to as “Heaven on Earth”. This is a small town located at the tip of the African continent and it is surrounded by huge mountains.
• The Great Barrier Reef in Australia – this is probably one of the wonders of nature. It is the world’s largest coral reef and is located in the east coast of Australia.
• The Taj Mahal in India – is one of the most beautiful mauseleums ever built. White marble is used to for this mauseleum which is the symbol of love for Mumtaz Mahal who happened to be the favorite wife of  Shah Jahan.
• The Machu Picchu in Peru – or the “old peak” is one of the most beautiful ancient sites in the world. It is believed that this was a sacred place for people in the ancient times. The structures and sculptures here were done by architectural geniuses.

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Located on Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka was first influenced by Portuguese before it finally gained its independence by the year 1948. There are beautiful beaches in the shoreline of Sri Lanka. But exploring Sri Lanka is not limited to beautiful beaches; you would also get the taste of Africa once you visit Sri Lanka.

Get to experience the Africa safari when you visit Yala National Park. Inside the park you will see various animals from the wild such as water buffaloes, crocodiles, wild deer and even exotic birds like cuckoos, storks and hornsbill. There is also an area for elephant Conservation Park where visitors would have the chance to bathe this gigantic animal.

Traveling takes a LOT of work and planning. There is always that need to be prepared for absolutely everything that comes your way. You must be prepared at all times-whether going to a nearby beach, to another state or even another country, preparation takes so much time and effort-especially when you are planning to visit a different country wherein you are unaware of the culture, tradition or even the weather-like the Philippines.

The Philippines is a beautiful country, but if it is your first time to visit this country, here are some tips that can hopefully help you in being prepared.

1. PREPARATION for the WEATHER

The Philippines has one of the most unpredictable weather and you as a foreigner must be plan the season in which you will visit the Philippines, If you are planning to go from March to May, make sure that you bring a lot of sleeveless tops and shorts because it is summer, and you should expect so much heat. From June to October, prepare your UMBRELLAS because this season is totally different from summer, it is the rainy season, in which you have no choice but to stay indoors, unless, you would want to join the Filipinos who take a bath in the rain. But if you visit the Philippines from November to February, then you will definitely get a chance to see the beauty of the country because this is the BEST season! Calm, cool and cold.

2. PREPARATION for CELLPHONE MADNESS

Manila is known to be the texting capital of the world because you will not find a single Filipino without a cell phone on their hand, especially teenagers who are basically addicted to texting, truly,you will feel so left out if you did not bring your cell phone with you. But on the plus side, you won’t have to worry about not keeping in touch because, again, everyone has a cell phone.

3. PREPARATION for FOOD

Fiestas and parties are kind of a big thing with Filipinos because when they say eat, you will eat. During Fiestas in the Philippines, you will not go hungry because the streets will be flooded with different variations of food. This usually where the Filipino trait of hospitality kicks in. it is truly a MUST to prepare your stomach to be filled with FOOD!

The first time I went there was in 1989, and I must say it was a far cry from what Boracay is today. Back then, it was all stretches of sand and sea. When I revisited the island in February 2011, I was surprised to find how industrialized it has become: ATMs, convenience stores left and right, and a paved road close to the beach!

Deciding where to stay in Boracay is pretty easy, as there are numerous options to choose from. You could stay in an affordable apartelle, or in one of those swanky resorts by the shore.

Despite the enormous change Boracay has gone through, it is still a beautiful place worth coming back to…over and over again. It will always be for me, a slice of heaven here on earth.

Natives of Palawan are categorized into four groups namely the Tagbanua, Palawano, Batak, and Molbog and languages and dialects that people of Palawan speak include Tagalog, Cuyonon, Palawano, Ilonggo, and English.

Despite of the drastic growth of the muslim community in the place, Roman Catholic is still the predominant religion in Palawan. Other than Catholicism, there are also other religions present in Palawan including the Baptist, Church of the Foursquare Gospel in the Philippines, and the Seventh Day Adventist. Charismatic groups are also present in Palawan particularly the Jesus is Lord, Life Church, and more. Other groups like The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint or the Mormons or LDS and the Iglesia ni Cristo or INC are also present.

There are also non-Christian religions that are present in Palawan like the Muslims, Buddhists, and the ethnic Chinese Buddhists.

Dos Palmas – is one of the most known resort and spa in Palawan. Located in Puerto Princes Palawan, Dos Palmas Inland Resort & Spa offers luxury and comfort with their elegant yet homey accommodations, which made the Dos Palmas a home away from home.

Dining at Dos Palmas can be great with their Al Fresco family breakfast wherein every tourist will enjoy many of the Philippines’ native specialties. Group dining will never be a problem with their Kara-enan Restaurant and bar that can accommodate a group of up to 250 members.

Many of the performers doing cultural show that features the native dances of the Philippines make nightlife at Dos Palmas colorful. There are also band performances on a scheduled concert nights.

Relaxing and rejuvenating the Filipino style at Dos Palmas is made possible with the resort’s Paranarian spa, wherein travelers can have a relaxing massage while enjoying a scenic view of the Honday Bay.

For the adventurous types, there are also activities like snorkeling, diving and many more for you. When you come to Dos Palmas, bring some white bread so you can feed the fishes like this (clown fish here)  when you go snorkeling.

Puerto Princesa Underground River – formerly known as the Saint Paul Underground Rive, the Puerto Princesa Underground River is the Philippines’ longest cave system in the Philippines and is one of the nominees for the New 7 Wonders of the World.

Travelers of different type (trekker, adventurist, tourist, etc.) should not leave Palawan or the Philippines without visiting the Puerto Princesa Underground River, as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization or UNESCO considers it as one of the World Heritage Site.

Located 81 kilometers north of the Puerto Princesa City, the Underground River in Bahile is a home to many of the Philippines’ endangered species like the Pheasant Peacock and the Philippine Cockatoo. However, despite of the different wildlife in the surroundings, the monitor lizards or bayawak and the monkeys are still the top attractions to many of the tourists of Palawan.

Getting there has never been easy with the vans available for rent in the city of Puerto Princesa. Travelers can also opt to ride in a public utility jeep found at the San Jose terminal.

Estrella Falls – another spot that tourists would definitely love to visit when in Palawan is the Estrella Falls. Located at the southern part of Palawan, the Estrella Falls can be found in Barangay Malatgao, Narra Palawan. Travelers can have very relaxing picnic experience while at the same time enjoying the scenic view of the falls. One can also enjoy a dip in the waters but must be cautious enough with the strong current of the water if you opt to enjoy swimming closer to the falls.

Going to Palawan is easy, as travelers can avail the flight offered by the Philippines’ airline companies like PAL and will be in Palawan from Manila in just a matter of one hour and five minutes.

The Farm Resort in Batangas caters to people who want to achieve healing journey for their tired body and mind. There are several retreat programs to suit the needs of their clients; they offer wellness, prevention and recovery retreat programs. For those who seek spiritual movement and development, The Farm Resort is also the perfect place to go to. Spiritual development programs would include yoga, meditation, pilates and callanetics.

Aside from these activities, guests can also enjoy gourmet cuisines and organic foods. The Farm Resort restaurant called “Alive! “is considered as the vegetarians haven. The restaurant only serve vegetables picked from their organic gardens. For those who wish to engage in sports, they have great golf courses to enjoy.

Whenever summer draws near, it means that Lenten season is about to come too. In the Philippines, Lent is not only the time to remember the passion of Christ; it is also the time for Moriones Festival. This festival is held every Holy week in the province of Marinduque. People re-enact the story of the Roman soldier named Longinus wearing colorful masks inspired by the centurion look and Roman garbs. This is a weeklong celebration which starts on Holy Monday and ends on Easter Sunday. In this kind of colorful festivity, it is very important to always bring along your dependable waterproof digital cameras, to capture wonderful pictures of this very unique way of celebrating Holy Week.

These flagellants should have checked pro complex reviews to find the right supplement to needed to give them energy to undergo these unique Lenten rites. Other people may find it gruesome to do such self-sacrifice, but these flagellants feel that need to do these sacrifices to wash away their sins.

1.       The Library Hotel, Koh Samui, the interior design of the pool is very unique because unlike the traditional color of pool, this one is in red hue which makes it really unique and extraordinary.

2.       Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore, if you love high places this is the best choice for you. The infinity pool is at 650 feet in the air, it provides the extraordinary view of Singapore skyline. So if you are not afraid of heights, you might as well try visiting the place.

3.       The Lalu, Taiwan, this 60-meter swimming pool is the longest one found in Taiwan; take a dip while enjoying the mystic view of Sun Moon Lake.

Visit the places like Old Vigan colonial houses, St. Paul’s Cathedral which was built around 1790-1800 and also the Palazio de Arzobispado which is the official residence of the Archbishop of Nueva Segovia. In exploring the streets of Vigan, tourists have the option to walk on the cobbled streets or enjoy a calesa ride. Just do not forget to put a little sunblock or best vitamin C serum to protect your skin from sunlight which causes skin aging.