10 Vacay Spots this Holy week

Want to have a well-spent vacation while meditating? Here’s a list of magnificent destinations you can visit this Lenten season.

1. Cebu

Bringing you Basilica Minore Del Sto Nino, the “Queen City of the South” Cebu is waiting for your presence to witness its majesty. The city is surrounded by breathtaking waters that will surely make a person outrageous.  Other main attractions of Cebu are Taoist Temple, Mactan that includes beaches, scuba diving and Metropolitan Cathedral.

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2. Palawan

Countless beaches await you in Palawan, considering the archipelagic province of the Philippines. Bringing its pride, Puerto Princsesa Subterranean River, Palawan is definitely a must-visit place. Other attractions include Honda Bay, and Calamian Islands.  To make your stay a well-spent, take time to visit Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral and attend mass with other devotees.

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3. Davao

Witness how Davao becoming a tourist place for achieving churches and island. You can join in at least seven churches - St. Joseph the Worker Parish, the Carmelite Monastery, the Redemptorist Church, Sta. Ana Cathedral, San Pedro Cathedral, San Pablo Church, Sto Nino Shrine for your Visita Iglesia. For island, Samal Island is one of the popular beaches in Davao del Norte. People’s park for your family bonding, have a sight-seeing of Mt. Apo and Crocodile park for adventure.

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4. Iloilo

Searching for hidden gems? Free yourself from worries hidden gem beaches in lloilo are created for you. Don’t forget to visit churches; Miag-ao Church, Jaro Cathedral and St. Anne's Molo Church for your meditation. Make time to savor a hearty bowl of La Paz Batchoy at La Paz market in Iloilo.

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5. Boracay

No travel list is complete without Boracay. This destination will always be included when talking about spots, providing you water sports adventure and white sand beaches, Boracay is truly irresistible. Activities include island hopping and surfing. For church, visit Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church. Other attractions include Mt. Luho, Beaches, Caves, Willy's Rock, Butterfly Garden.

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6. Bohol

Aside from having Chocolate Hills, Bohol has spots for prayer: Church of our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Baclayon and Dauis Church on Panglao or commonly known as the Church of our Lady of the Assumption. Other sceneries include Hera Greek Taverna, Alona  and Hinagdanan cave.

 

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7. Caramoan Island

It is located in the lower eastern part of Camarines Sur in the Bicol region of the Philippine archipelago. Caramoan brings awesome places for thrill-seekers. For church, take time to visit St. Michael Archangel Chruch and Chruch of God Caramoan. Other attractions include Caramoan island hopping, Hunongan cave, Hacienda Lahuy island.

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8. Guimaras

Looking a tranquil and a peaceful place to visit? Guimaras offers the best things in life with its pristine sands and crystalline waters surely your stay will be memorable. Guimaras has retreat for tourists making your stay more beneficial and meaningful. 

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9. Calaguas

Located in the province of Camarines Note, Calaguas Island is one of the best beaches in the country and has a good sunset and rolling hills. There are no hotels on the island making it a unique place to visit thus you bring your own stuff for survival. If you wanted a bit challenge this a perfect place for you. 

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10. Pampanga

One of the most religious provinces in the country, Pampanga gives you historical churches such as San Guillermo parish church. If you have curiosity on how was Jesus crucified, kapampangan let you watch Jesus’ sufferings particularly his crucifixion as it is being re-enacted. For relaxation, there are many elegant hotels and resorts in Pampanga such as Fontana and Mimosa Clark. 

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Travelling during holy week enriches our lives but it would be more beneficial to us if we know the real essence of Lenten season which is to appreciate how God sacrifices countless things for us to be redeemed. 

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