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Visit the Hundred Islands of the Philippines!

Looking for a great place to spend the winter, summer, spring, or fall holidays? Look no further; the Hundred Islands of the Philippines is a beautiful place full of activities and wildlife! Come visit it today!

The Hundred Islands : A Beautiful Place to Visit

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Map of the Hundred Islands.


A trip to the Hundred Islands National Park and its home, Alaminos City, is a great diversion from the distractions of a busy city life. Breathe in the beautiful landscape, with an azure sea, and the rustic and peaceful lifestyle as you make your way to Alaminos City. 

Once in Alaminos City, savor the city's unique and changing spirit and its welcoming atmosphere. Experience for yourself the beauty and adventure that lie in the hundred wonders of the Hundred Islands today!

Activities

There are many activities that can make your stay at hte Hundred Islands the best it could possibly be!

These activities include:

Boating

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Canoeing. Aquasports Camp. 2010. Karwar.
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride in the intertidal zone, the area between the land and the ocean. Experience the other world balance between the different ecosystems, yet experience both at the same time. If you want a work out, there are oars available for you to use. If you would rather sit back and relax, we have oarsmen ready to give rides in the boats at any time.

Snorkeling

Go snorkeling under the water farther out in the ocean. Boats are available to transport you from your lodgings on the beautiful islands to the deep water areas. There you will be able to experience what it means to be underwater completely and to be one with the sea.

Hiking

Participate in nature hikes across the Islands during your stay. Take advantage of the opportunity to see animals native to the Philippines, and if you're willing, to see animals native to the Ocean Intertidal Zone. Take a short swim as a part of the Intertidal Zone tour; the organisms in this biome are underwater for you to see!

Natural Spa

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Nature Spa. Naturefy.net. 2010.
Come visit the all new NATURAL HUNDRED ISLANDS SPA!

Relax in an environment of natural scents from the ocean in a spa room with a beautiful view of the landscape of the Hundred Islands of the Philippines. Undergo your favorite beauty treatments as you relax and breathe in the smell of nature. No preservatives, no negative impact on the environment. All our machines are solar powered and everything is organically made. (It comes from the islands themselves!)
Schedule an appointment today!





Quick facts on the Hundred Islands

Here are some quick facts you might want to know when picking the Hundred Islands as your destination for your vacation.

Biome: Ocean Intertidal Zone

Average Temperature: 82 degrees Fahrenheit/year
Average Precipitation: 85.9 cm/year
Keep in mind that these temperatures vary by season; so the activities are not limited to those of a warm climate! See the climate section of this website for more information.

Number of Islands: 123 Islands and Islets

Transportation: Public bus lines, named Victory Liner, Five Star, and Philippine Rabbit have scheduled rides from Manila, Baguio, Dagupan, Subic, Tarlac, and Zambales bound straight to Alaminos City and vice versa.




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Rosenburg, Matt. "Intertidal Zone". About.com. 2010. World Wide Web. <http://geography.about.com/od/physicalgeography/a/intertidal.htm>.
"Getting Here". Tourism Hundred Islands Park. 2006. World Wide Web. <http://www.hundredislands.ph/guide.asp>.
"Biome". Answers.com. 2010. World Wide Web. <http://www.answers.com/topic/biome>.
"Biome Map". Thewildclassroom.com. 2003. World Wide Web. <http://www.thewildclassroom.com/biomes/index.html>.

Picture sources; 
 Intertidal Zone. Enchanted Learning. 2010.
Fanhoe-Macapaz. Hundred Islands National Park. Luzon. 2002.
Biome Map. Biomes of the World. 2003.
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