Located in the Celebes Sea about 35 kilometers off the coast of East Malaysia on the island of Borneo, Sipadan is dubbed as the best diving spot in Malaysia and is one of the best there is in the world. It is the only oceanic island in Malaysia and is accentuated from the surrounding aqua-blue sea by its white sand beaches. Since it has become the Holy Grail among diving enthusiasts, only 80 divers can be permitted to stay per night. This move was made to ensure that marine and reef life in Sipadan will be secured. That is why it is highly recommended for tourists to book several weeks or months in advance since the island is always fully booked.
The Peacock Garden sits on top of a prime hilltop land, consists of three fully separated villas that houses the guest rooms and dining outlets. The fourth villa, which is nearing completion and is set to open before the year ends, will house the Roman spa.
The resort’s three dining centers are already in full swing. The main restaurant, aptly named Old Heidelberg is the place where guests can taste traditional German cuisine as well as popular Continental and Filipino dishes, whose ambiance reminds you of the Old-World allure of 19th-century Germany. A haven for discerning connoisseurs, The Hemingway Lounge, houses the well maintained wine cellar with a fine selection of cigars.
The Peacock Room is transformed into a dining lounge during the evening to give way to piano music and live performances by Bohol’s talented musicians, which has a more relaxed and laid-back ambiance. Freshly baked breads and pastries are served daily from the resort’s kitchen. But the most beautiful attraction is perhaps The Peacock Garden’s huge infinity pool, perfectly designed to give the illusion that it connects to the Bohol Sea and its crystal clear beaches. It is almost feels like you are in paradise, viewing the sunset on the horizon while you cool off at the pool or at the outdoor jacuzzi, just relishing the feeling and illusion that you are in a heavenly place, a place called Peacock Garden.
The Philippines recently earned top prize in the Top Value Destination for the Pacific and Indian Ocean Region category in the 2007 Top 100 Readers’ Choice Survey published in the January 2008 issue of Scuba Diving Magazine. It is the the most extensively read publication for scuba diving hobbyists in the United States of America.
The Philippines edged out other destinations in the Pacific and Indian Ocean region such as Palau, Indonesia, Fiji, Truk, Galapagos, the Egyptian Red Sea, the Great Barrier Reef of Australia, Cocos Island of Costa Rica, and Hawaii’s Oahu and Maui as the top diving vacation that gives you more value for your money. The Philippines garnered a near-perfect score of 96.6 points.
Scuba Diving’s Reader’s Choice survey results also showed that the Philippines ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively in the Top Macro Life and Top Dive Destination categories.
Singapore resorts are now being grouped by the government to enhanced its competitiveness in ASEAN’s tourism industry.
The integration of Mixed development projects like hotels, restaurants, convention centres, theme parks, shopping centres and casino’s caused a great deal of controversy among the Singaporeans.
Lee Hsien Long, Singapore’s PM defended the cabinet’s decision to develop 2 integrated resorts in Marina Bay and Sentosa. because it is their aim to put the Integrated Resorts in the tourism map to boast the country’s tourism industry. Competition from neighboring countries like Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines and Hong Kong is one of the reasons why the government rehabilitated its tourist destinations. The government’s other reason for the renovation was to create some 35,000 jobs out of the project directly and indirectly.
The debate among Singaporeans on the government’s plan to build the Integrated Resorts were faced with stiff reactions, particularly from religious groups and social workers who voiced their disapproval at the negative impact of gambling within Singapore’s social structure .
Despite this, the Government is adamant to push through with the project and promised that a proper and strict safeguard to minimize the social impact of gambling by imposing very expensive entrance fees and making sure that casinos would not extend credit to the locals.
Many things become a reality because someone was inspired by a dream. For example, if someone wants to have a very pleasurable vacation, he/she will choose a place where everything can be fulfilled, his/her needs and requests sometimes, it all begins with a nice dream.
What if your dream tells you about spectacular island that lies under the equator and has a nice weather all year round, an oasis of a never ending culture and serene beauty, what more can you ask for? well, for starters, all these things you can get in Indonesia’s Bali Island.
Bali is a very pretty island located within the Indonesian Archipelago and is included as one of the best tourist destinations in Asia. In 1930, some foreign writers and artists arrived in Bali to have some much needed rest and relaxation but the beautiful island seduced many of them that some stayed on. They were thoroughly mesmerized and inspired by the island’s breathtaking attractions and cultural complexity.
To top it all, the warmth and hospitality of the Balinese people and their outstanding artistic expression that engrossed their daily lives further added to the Island’s allure. If you are in need of a vacation that would rejuvenate your senses, Bali is the right one for you.