Bohol: Biggest Islands In The Visayas

Bohol is one of the biggest islands in the Visayas area, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t anything a traveler’s heart could wish for, does it? Well, yes it does indeed; all that you would wish for as a visitor in one place. You can find an enriching culture, super adventure, relaxation, shopping malls, and fantastic tasting food in this one island and you will through this article learn the many wonders that the tropical island Bohol has in store for you.One can get to Bohol easily by fast craft like Ocean Jet or Weesam express from Cebu and from Dumaguete City. One can also use a Fast Ferry from Manila or even better yet a domestic flight with Air Philippines, Philippines Airlines or Cebu Pacific.

Visitors do not need to be concerned about one’s lodging options because there are beach resorts in just about every corner of Bohol and many of these resorts are managed by German or Swiss nationals so if you speak German, you will be like you’re at home. If you are not ardent about travelling too far away from the capital city of Tagbilaran, then you might want to visit the Bohol Tropics Resort Club which is said to be one of the most known and famous resorts due to its many function rooms and amenities. But, if you are a bit adventurous, you should grab a cab and travel down and ship your self to Cabilao Island because it is one of the most fantastic diving sites and has white sandy beaches.Speaking about diving, Bohol is well known for their dive spots and the coral reefs. You will find plenty of big turtles, groupers, barracudas and many banded sea snakes.

The diving sites Bohol has available are rated world class, and there are sites for starting divers, advanced and pro divers. If you hit the big jackpot then you will be able to spot a Hammerhead shark. Make sure you carry your PADI ID card with you always to avail of dive sites and get reduced rates in many dive stores.Bohol is not only good for diving, but it is also popular for sightseeing. The most popular spot in Bohol is a place just before Carmen where the Chocolate Hills are located. The Chocolate Hills are hills that stretch in equal size and color over a considerable space and during the dry season, the green grass changes to brown and thus the name Chocolate Hills. Yet another little sensation is an animal that is unique and can just be seen in Bohol. This creature is one of the primates, the tiniest in the world in fact, and is named the Philippine Tarsier.

This little fellow is just as big or we should say, as tiny as a regular mango tree leaf. The Tarsiers are a protected species and tourists can visit their sanctuary in the Philippine Tarsier Foundation Bohol.Bohol does not only have nature to offer, you may also relax in one of the 3 major shopping malls that you can find in Tagbilaran City. You can see that this island is truly a paradise for every possible visitor because you can find everything for every taste such as diving spots for the adventurers, sightseeing for the culture lovers and malls for those who desire to shop. Visit this island now and let the paradise experience change your view of a normal vacation forever.