Pamilacan Island

The small island of Pamilacan is nestled in the heart of the Bohol Sea, the Visayas Archipelagos in the Philippines. Its name is derived from the word pilak, which is a large hooked implement made and used by the islanders to capture manta rays, whale sharks and bryde's whale.

The Bohol Sea is said to be a breeding ground of these mysterious but beautiful creatures.
The island in previous times, served as a watch station against the intrusion of pirates and enemies of the Spanish colony as evidenced by the 200-year-old Spanish fort on the northeast side of the island.

Today, 235 families live in the island. The people used to hunt dolphins, whales, whale sharks and manta rays but these animals are now fully protected by law in the Philippines.

The attractions on the island that may catch your interest is the ancient Spanish fort, the Santa Cruz at the chapel's altar, the life within the marine sanctuary and the white beaches around the island. Pamilacan is a coral island and fossilised seashells can be seen on the island's rocky hill.

At present, the jaws and bones of marine mammals and whale sharks still adorn a number of homes of the village. The blue waters surrounding the island teem with lush and colorful marinelife.

Bohol Divers Resort

The Resort is built and as far as possible made 150 m of the center of the Alona Beach of natural products in the national typical style directly at the beach for approx. Different room categories are offered. They offered Aircon-mansions are at the beach and because of the pool and have warm water showers, TV and mini bar. The other rooms are simple standards with chilled water - Duschen/WC, Aircon with fan and are on a small hill in the extensive garden plant. In the midst of the rooms surrounded with maintained lawn you'll find small open bar. From the restaurant lain central you have a wonderful view over beach and sea.

The dive center is equipped with 35 sets Sea-Quest and Scuba Pro diving gears, slightly used or new. All the equipments are well maintained. Our maintenance personnel schedules a weekly checkup and cleansing day with Anti-Bacteria. Regulators are rinsed with Anti-Bacteria after every use.

The tanks are visually inspected every half to one year.

Two Bauer compressors are located in an area where it will not disturb anyone and we are sure of good and clean 'Alona Air'. The sizes of our 85 scuba tanks are 8l, 10l, 12l and 15l.


http://www.hastravel.com/philippines/bohol_divers_resort_1839.htm

Balicasag Island

Located off Panglao Island in Bohol, is an island called Balicasag. 1.5 hectares out of its total 25 hectares have been developed into a resort. The island's crystal blue waters provide a clear, vivid view of its corals, fishes and other marine life.

Balicasag Island has long been considered one of the best dive spots in the country. Only 45 minutes away by boat from Panglao, the visibility is incredible, the coral cover is excellent and fish are abundant. Large fish found here include barracuda, jacks, parrot fish and garoupa. However, the tourists in the area have severely devastated the natural coral reefs in Balicasag.

The resort is frequented by divers, foreign and local. It has a dive shop which offers instructions on scuba diving.

Naturally ventilated, native-inspired duplex cottages have private baths. Its cozy restaurant serves local and international cuisine.

Of interest are shells and fresh fish that are sold by the islanders to guests of the resort.

http://www.divephil.com/bohol/balicasa/

Crystal Coast Resort

Seductively overlooking the rich tropical waters of Panglao Island is Crystal Coast. Crystal Coast is an exotic three-hectare seaside resort, ideally situated above the coastal areas of one of the Philippine's most captivating dive sites. On top of a cliff, Crystal Coast stands stately in structures of Mediterranean architecture. Located at Barrio Tawal, Crystal Coast is secluded enough for privacy; yet accessibly convenient. An alluring ambiance of panoramic ocean view is at Crystal Coast with the soft rush of the rolling waves on long stretches is a haven for a tranquil stay and a leasurable break. For business functions, group tours, family get together and personal retreats, come to Crystal Coast! When you get to the resort, you don't only see serenity mixed with elegance... You'll find " a piece of paradise" you just can't resist!


http://www.theonlineholidays.com/philippines/bohol-crystal/index.html

Ananyana Beach Resort

Ananyana Beach Resort, a new name, an exciting and fascinating resort situated along the beautiful white sand of Doljo Beach. This Deluxe resort is only 1.5 hours fast ferry ride and 20-minute car ride away from the hustle and bustle of Cebu City.
Ananyana Beach Resort has at the moment eight (8) very spacious suites with either balcony or garden terrace. All the suites, equipped with split aircon and mini bar, have a very large first class double bed made of bamboo and a spacious deluxe bathroom with fresh hot and cold water. From either the balcony or the garden terrace one will have a magnificent view of the beach and the resort.
Ananyana Beach Resort has also 2 amazing spacious, 2-storey family suites with the same family suites with the same amenities as the regular suites, but with an open garden bathroom decorated with ceramic pots and beautiful plants. This is the ideal honeymoon suite!
Ananyana Beach Resort is build 100% after the taste of the very friendly and helpful owners in partnership with one of the best architects in the Philippines.
Along the white sandy pathways one will find nice decorated gardens with lots of Philippine Flora. On your journey along these pathways you will find lots of authentic decorations from all over the country. This gives this deluxe resort very specific and romantic style.
The restaurant serves you with fine Italian food, with the best pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and wines one can find in Visayas, which already attract a lot of people from all over Bohol. The open and well-stocked kitchen has some of the best kitchen equipment and well-trained cooks.
In front of restaurant is a very nice and cozy lounge were the guest can relax on one of the big lounge sofa's after a good meal. Also, in the lounge one can find nice decorations, like some antique Philippine music instruments. Besides the lounge and the restaurant one can take a dip in the classic-style swimming pool, also decorated with lots of plants and trees.

Of course Ananyana Beach Resort also has a Divecenter, which is managed by the very well-known Padi 5 Star Divecenter Saavedra Great White will be happy to show you the best dive spots around Bohol, with one of the most famous spots right in front of the doorstep, Doljo Point. Among the other facilities are windsurfing and kayaking.

http://www.travelsmart.net/ph/resorts/Bohol/Ananyana/