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PHILIPPINES for those seeking a relaxing holiday in a private and tranquil haven. There is a total of 50 rooms comprising 20 Forest rooms and three Forest Suites built on the fringe of a forest, 18 Water Cottages built on stilts around the cove, and nine Beachfront Cottages with panoramic cove views. The resort features an air-conditioned dining area, swimming pool, poolside bar, spa suite and massage cabana, library, marine sports centre, conference room for 65 people, and a garden chapel for private dinners, classical romantic weddings. Apulit Island Resort Apulit Island Resort (centre left) is nestled within a private cove surrounded by a tropical forest. The sprawling resort offers all-water cottages and a wide expanse of white-sand beach lined with coconut trees. It offers an idyllic getaway for those in search of a tropical paradise. Apulit Island Resort has a total of 50 water cottages constructed in traditional Filipino architectural style combined with contemporary design. All air-conditioned cottages offer stunning views of Taytay Bay and easy access to snorkelling areas. The resort also has a restaurant that serves fresh seafood, a beach bar, massage cabana, private concerts, and even gardens, and a marine sports centre. Pangulasian Island Pangulasian Island (right main, top, centre and bottom) boasts of a long stretch of white sand beach and a marine sanctuary right at its doorstep. Mixing contemporary Filipino and cutting-edge "green" design with luxurious amenities and impeccable service, there are a total of 42 deluxe villas, including canopy villas perched above the forest, beach villas close to the water, and pool villas tucked in a secluded cove for more privacy. Resort facilities include a boutique, library, restaurant and bar at the Clubhouse, an infinity pool with beach bar and poolside grill, gym, spa, hiking trail with viewing deck, scuba shack and marine sports centre. Located just minutes away are vibrant coral reefs and El Nido Resorts' Beach Clubs. Pangulasian Island offers private guided tours to El Nido's beautiful natural attractions, including Cathedral Cave, Cudugnon Cave, Snake Island, and the Big and Small Lagoons. Bird-watching, turtle tracking, underwater safaris, and other eco-tours are offered to guests. Island hopping, diving and other marine sports are also offered. Guest also have exclusive access to El Nido Resorts' beach clubs at Entalula Island and Dibuluan Island. Makati Reservations Office, 18/F 8747 Paseo de Roxas Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City, 1226 PHILIPPINES Tel: +63 2 813 0000 Fax: +63 2 750 3957 Email: holiday@elnidoresorts.com www.elnidoresorts.com www.paradisesonline.com 143