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Why Retire to the Philippines

Why, you say?

Because everything we need for our retirement is over there!

• the cost of living is amazingly affordable
• the climate is mild (not too hot/not too cold)
• living is “safe and secure” (like anywhere in the world)
• the people speak English, no need to learn a new language
• people are friendly, hospitable, warm and somewhat “Westernized”
• majority of the people are Christian, so there are no dietary laws to observe
• the country is lovely and the night life in the city is alive
• so many more other reasons!

This little country seems to be the best place for retirement!

INTERESTING PLACES IN AKLAN

 

 

Nature’s bounty of the scenic attractions can be found in Aklan. Boracay Island, the province’s top tourist destination, is known throughout the world for its fine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Aklan is a province of the Philippines located in the Western Visayas. Its capital is Kalibo and is located at the northwest portion of Panay, bordering Antique to the southwest, Iloilo to the south, and Capiz to the east. Aklan faces the Sibuyan Sea and the province of Romblon to the north.

Aside from Boracay, there is still a lot of attractions in the Province of Aklan for tourists to explore and such as its exciting caves, cascading waterfalls, and natural pools. Ascend the seven basin waterfalls in Jawili. Plunge into the natural cold springs of Nabas. Conquer the five caves of Buruanga town or enjoy white water rafting in Libacao.

The most prominent languages in the province are the Aklan languages, which includes Aklanon and Malaynon. Aklanon is spoken by a majority of the people, while Malaynon is spoken in Malay. Other languages include the language of the Ati; Hiligaynon, the regional language; Kinaray-a; and Capiznon. Most Aklanons can speak and understand English.

Aklan is accessible from Iloilo City by land via Buses and Vans stationed at the Tagbak Terminal in Jaro District, Iloilo City. Travel time is approximately two and a half hours away from Iloilo to Kalibo and another 2 hours from Kalibo to Caticlan, the jump-off point to Boracay Island. Aklan also has its own airports and is 45 minutes from Manila by air. Aside from domestic flights, Kalibo Airport also serves direct flights to and fro Incheon and Taipei, South Korea through international flights served by Asian Spirit, Mandarin Airlines and Pacific Pearl Airways. Alternatively, flights by Sea Air and Asian Spirit through Caticlan Airport in the town of Malay are also available.

 

 

Boracay Island

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Boracay is an island of the Philippines located approximately 315 km (196 mi) south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. Boracay Island and its beaches have received awards numerous times as one of the best beaches in the world.

Here are more articles and photos about Boracay which will be posted soon!

• Boracay – The Best Beach in the World!
• Boracay International Fun Board Cup Annual International Windsurfing Event
• Cost of Living in Boracay
• Houses for Rent in Boracay
• Apartments for Rent in Boracay
• Foreigners are Living / Retiring in Boracay
• Boracay Photo Gallery

 

Manduyog Hill

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Manduyog Hill And Aklan State College Of Agriculture (ASCA), Banga. Named after Datu Manduyog, the successor of lawgiver Kalantiaw III. It is 500 feet high with life-size stations of the cross winding up the hillside and a chapel at the summit overlooking the countryside. Down the hill is the ASCA, an agricultural institution spread on 69 hectares. Tropical fruit trees such as rambutan, mangosteen and lanzones abound in the school campus as well as pastureland and sprawling rice fields. 

 

 

Ob-Ob Hill

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Ob-Ob Hill, in Bgy. Songcolan, Batan, stands 200 meters high like a lighthouse facing the Sibuyan Sea. At its foot of the rocky hill is a fine beach.

 

Tinagong Dagat

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Tinagong Dagat, or “Hidden Sea”, approximately 8 kms. long and 4 kms. wide, between Altavas and Batan, partly hidden from Batan Bay by two islands, fringed with mangroves, thick undergrowth, and rocky beach.

 

 

Tigayon Hill

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Tigayon Hill is a solitary mountain of solid rock amidst stretches of flatlands. One of the sides is a shallow cave with an arched entrance. Inside is an altar-like rock and two bench-like rock formations on its side.

 

 

Ignito Cave

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Ignito Cave, Bgy. Tigum, Buruanga. Locally known as Elephant Cave due to its appearance. This and other nearby caves are managed by the San Lorenzo Ruiz Farm Eco-Tourism Cooperative. Beautiful limestone formation of stalagmites, stalactites and other crystalline structures abound. It has a “skylight” in one of its chambers that let in a soft glow of light at noontime.

 

 

Tigis Falls

http://greedypeg.org/aklan/Tigis-Falls.html

The Tigis Falls can be found in a secluded area good for summer hideaway for its cool surroundings.

 

 

Basang Cold Spring

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Basang Cold Spring is an alternative summer destination which offers the beauty of fresh water gushing from nature-hewn rocks and exhilarating adventure down from Gibon river in a kayak.

 

 

Agnaga Falls

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A scenic view awaits visitors as they swim in the clear waters of Agnaga Falls. It is a perfect hideaway especially during summer as its cool water beats the heat.

 

Crystal Cove (formerlyTigwati-an Island)

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Shells of varying sizes and kind lie on the predominantly white sand beach of Crystal Cove. Caves with interesting crystalline, formations abounds the island.

 

Jawili Falls

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Jawili Falls has seven basins tiered about 20 feet apart. The highest basin is about a 100 feet high, oval-shaped, around 240 sq. ft. in area and 12 feet deep with clear water almost like a small lake. The other basins are of similar shapes from 130 sq. ft to 240 sq. ft in area and 8-10 feet deep except the sixth basin, which has a swimming area of around 540 square feet.

 

 

Tulingon Cave

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Tulingon Cave, Nabas. Believed to be one of the longest caves in the Philippines. Stretches 20 kilometers from Bgy. Libertad, Nabas Aklan to Bgy. Patria, Pandan, Antique with enormous guano deposits.

 

 

Campo Verde

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Campo Verde, Border of Tangalan and Ibajay. Straddling the border of Tangalan and Ibajay, 28 kms. west of Kalibo, its 3,700 feet altitude makes it a perfect retreat in the hot summer months. Green pines, mahogany, acacia, ipil-ipil and butterfly trees draw visitors deeper into the woods – a hiker’s paradise.

 

 

Nabaoy Reforestation

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In Nabaoy Reforestation, greenery abounds with fresh clean air – a nature’s refuge with a clear river winding through it.

 

 

Other articles about Aklan (coming soon) :

 

• Aklan – Home of Boracay Beach and Ati-Atihan Festival
• Colorful Festivals in Aklan
• Awesome Beaches in Aklan
• Boracay and Other Interesting Places Aklan
• Having Fun in Aklan
• Airports in Aklan, Gateways to Boracay
• Medical Facilities in Aklan
• Cost of Living in Boracay, Visayas, Philippines
• Exploring the Beauty of Western Visayas
• Foreigners are Living / Retiring in Boracay

 

 

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