Eunice E.

Eugenio

BSTM 3-6

Required Commentary: (Opening Spiel)

Mabuhay! Good morning to all of you, as we say in Ilocano, “Naiambag a bigat”. Btw, my name is Eunice
Eugenio. You can call me Eunice, your cutie tour guide for today. In behalf of the Sparkle Travel and
Tours, I would like you all to meet our very handsome coach captain, Captain Diego. Say hi, Captain
Diego! Excellent!

Captain Diego is a professional driver for almost 10 years now, and I assure you that he will take us to
our destination safe and sound. Are you all excited? Fantastic! But before anything else, let me do the
head count. Perfect, we are all complete.

For now, I would like to inform you the guidelines.

1. Please be seated until we reach our destination.

2. Please take extra care of your valuable things.
3. Please observe the buddy-buddy system. Make sure to walk in pairs so that no one will be left
behind.

You might wonder why do I have this whistle with me. If you hear me whistle once, it means you
only have 10 mins time remaining to roam around the place. Spend your time taking pictures, talk to
locals, and buy souvenirs if you want to. If I whistle twice, it means you have to go back to the motor
coach immediately.

Last but not the least, please dispose your garbage properly.

As the saying goes, take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints, keep nothing but
memories, and kill nothing but time. Are we clear? Great! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to
approach us.

Time Check: It’s already 2:00 PM, and we have just arrived in Vigan Hispanic Village.
Informative Commentary:

1. Rizal Park ( Manila)

- Rizal Park is also known as Luneta Park. It is Manila’s iconic 58-hectare park considered as one of
the most historical places in Manila. This is where Jose Rizal was executed on December 30,
1896 that shed the day that led to a revolution.

2. Hundred Islands (Pangasinan)

- Hundred Islands National Park has in excess of 100 islands for you to appreciate, 124 to be
accurate during low tide and 123 during high tide. You can plunge at the lovely sea shores and
see amazing nature spots. It's home to places that are ideal for recreational activities—from
swimming and trekking to sightseeing.

3. Mines view park (Baguio)

- The park is named Mines View since it overlooks the spectacular Baguio view of the Cordillera
mountains and Benguet's gold and copper mines. The park dates back to the American times,
and it has stood the test of time.

4. Banaue Rice Terraces (Banaue)

- The Banaue Rice Terraces is a National Cultural Treasure of the Philippines. It is also viewed as
the 8th Natural Wonder of the World by many Filipinos. The terraces are carved in the
mountains of Ifugao and were proudly done by hand.

5. Sagada Hanging Coffins

- Individuals of Sagada follow a unique burial ritual. The elderly carves their own coffins out of
emptied logs. If they are too weak or ill, their families set up their coffins instead. The dead are
placed inside their coffins (sometimes breaking their bones in the process of fitting them in), and
the coffins are brought to a cavern for burial.

6. Mt. Arayat (Pampanga)

- Considered as one of the most accessible parks from Manila, the mystical heap of Mt. Arayat lies
within the municipalities of Arayat and Magalang in Pampanga. Noted for its clear water
cascading from its waterfalls and for its refreshing environment, Mt. Arayat was established as a
Forest Reserve in 1921, and then proclaimed as a National Park in 1933.
7. Subic Bay Freeport Zone
- Known more simply as Subic Bay, the Subic Bay Freeport Zone is a unique site in the Philippines.
Among the proper tourist attractions here is the Boardwalk Beach. The port town is also home
to several shopping centres. These include Harbor Point, the Royal Subic Duty-Free Mall,
Puregold Duty-Free, the Freeport Exchange and The Outlet Store. Other nearby attractions
include Ocean Adventure and Zoobic Safari.

8. Mt. Pinatubo (Zambales)

- Mount Pinatubo is an active stratovolcano in the Zambales Mountain. It is situated on the
tripoint boundary of the Philippine provinces of Zambales, Tarlac and Pampanga. Pinatubo is
most notorious for its eruption on June 15, 1991, the second-largest terrestrial eruption of the
20th century after the 1912 eruption of Novarupta in Alaska.

9. Matabungkay Beach (Lian, Batangas)

- Matabungkay Beach Hotel has been a top destination for local and foreign tourists wanting to
get away from it all for over 30 years. This beach resort is located in the seaside town of Lian,
Batangas. With its comfortable accommodations, wide range of outdoor activities, pampering
services, and music and sports lounge, Matabungkay provides the total resort experience.

10. Taal Volcano and Lake (Taal, Batangas)

- Even at its most devastated state, Taal Volcano remains as one of the most remarkable and eye-
catching attractions of nature. It has become a must-visit destination for every traveler across
the world because of its picturesque features like no other. It is also considered as the world’s
smallest volcano.

11. People’s Park in the Sky (Tagaytay City)

- People’s Park in the Sky, formerly known as the Palace in the Sky, is an incomplete mansion that
was changed over into an urban park. It is said that the First Lady Imelda Marcos ordered the
mansion to be built to accommodate the U.S. President Ronald Reagan’s arranged trip to the
Philippines. But the construction stopped when the visit was canceled. Nevertheless, the
unfinished business turned out to be a great attraction that you should include in your Tagaytay
tourist spots itinerary.

12. Mt. Makiling (Laguna and Batangas)

- Maria Makiling in Philippine folklore is a diwata or lambana related with Mount Makiling in
Laguna. She is the most widely known diwata in Philippine mythology and was revered in pre-
pilgrim in the Philippines. She was recognized as a goddess known as Dayang Masalanta or Dian
Masalanta who was summoned to stop downpours, storms, and earthquakes. Mount Makiling
takes after the profile of a woman, supposed to be Maria herself.
13. Pagsanjan Falls (Cavinti, Laguna)
- One of the most popular tourist spots in the Philippines is Pagsanjan Falls. Majestically
descending in an enchanting place, it is one of the earliest tourist spots in the Philippines,
introduced to outside world by an American missionary who visited it in 1902. It was he who
first published the name ‘Pagsanjan Falls’, despite the fact that its original name was Magdapio
Falls.

14. Corregidor Island (Cavite)

- Situated at the entrance to Manila Bay, “Isla ng Corregidor” was identified by the Spaniards as a
strategic defense location when they arrived in the 16th century. They named it “Island of the
Corrector,” since this was the place where all ships entering Manila would stop for inspection.
Since then, the fortress island has been the site of many battles, from the Spanish-American War
to the period of American colonialism.

15. Rizal Shrine (Calamba)

- The Rizal Shrine is a typical rectangular Bahay na Bato, reminiscent of upper-class Filipino homes
built during the Spanish Colonial era. The lower portion is made of adobe stone and brick, while
the upper portion consists of hardwood. The original interior flooring of the house was
discovered during reconstruction and was utilized.

16. Underground Cemetery (Nagcarlan Laguna)

- During the Filipino-American war, this place was used as a secret rendezvous of Filipino
Revolutionaries or Katipuneros. It was also used as a safe house of the Filipino Guerillas during
World War II. The cemetery has 240 apartment-type niches on the walls where each side of the
chapel contains 120 niches.

17. Apo Reef National Park (Occidental Mindoro)

- Apo Reef is the second largest contiguous coral reef in the world and the largest one in the
Philippines. It has a shallow lagoon with a depth of 2 meters to 10 meters surrounded by
mangrove forest which serves as source of food, nursery and spawning ground of several coastal
and marine species of fauna and sanctuary of birds.

18. Tubbataha Reef (Puerto Princesa, Palawan)

- Tubbataha Reef is known for its phenomenal biodiversity, abundant marine life and
breathtaking drop-offs into the open ocean. The area covers high quality marine habitats
containing three islets and a large area of deep sea. Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is home to a
great diversity of marine life such as whales, dolphins, sharks, and turtles.
19. Mt. Banahaw (Laguna and Quezon)
- Mount Banahaw, is considered a holy mountain, a keeper of secrets, stories, and cults. Filipinos
make the journey to Banahaw’s slopes in an effort to restore their vitality and spiritual health.
Belief in its powers draws pilgrims from all over the country year-round, culminating in huge
gatherings and en masse rituals during Holy Week (Easter).

20. Hinulugang Taktak (Antipolo City)

- The 70-ft Hinulugang Taktak is one of the iconic landmarks in Antipolo. It is definitely worthy of a
visit and considered as the nearest waterfall in the bustling metro. The fall’s name was derived
from a large bell (taktak) which was thrown (hinulog) into the falls during the 15th or the 16th
century.

21. Mayon Volcano (Legazpi, Albay)

- Mayon Volcano, is an active volcano, dominating the city of Legaspi. It is called the world’s most
perfect volcanic cone because of the symmetry of its shape. There have been more than 30
eruptions recorded since 1616.

22. Bulusan Lake (Sorsogon, Bicol)

- Bulusan Lake is surrounded by a secondary growth forest that is home to a number of butterfly
and bird species. Approximately 41 tree species have been identified in this surrounding forest.
There are no streams or rivers that visibly flow into the lake. The major source of water is
considered to be seepage from underground water surrounding the lake. Also, surface runoff
contributes to the lake volume, but only during the rainy season.

23. Boracay Island (Panay, Aklan)

- Boracay is a tropical island surrounded by stunning white sand beaches and clear blue waters
situated about an hour's flight from Cebu or Manila. Tourists will appreciate water sports and
activities such as sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving and jet skiing. The fun in Boracay doesn't
end with the sun sets. The nightlife pulsates with many bars and restaurants serving food, drink
and fun until the hours of dawn.

24. Sicogon Island (Northern Iloilo)

- Sicogon Island is a hidden gem gleaming off the coast of Northern Iloilo. Favored with pristine,
sandy beaches, and clear, turquoise waters, Sicogon is a tropical nature destination on the verge
of being discovered and enjoyed – by seasoned travelers, leisure lovers, and adventure seekers
alike.
25. Loboc River (Bohol)
- Loboc River is a jungle river that snakes itself all the way from Carmen near the Chocolate Hills,
to the beaches of Southern Bohol. The winding river of Loboc plays host to cruisers on board by
means of small bancas or floating restaurants.

26. Chocolate Hills (Bohol)

- The Chocolate Hills are a group of unusually shaped hills situated in the middle of the island of
Bohol. This extraordinary landscape is unique to this small island. It is unknown how many
chocolate hills there are. However, it is known that at the bare minimum, there are 1268 hills
but some estimates put this number as high as 1776.

27. Mt. Hibok-hibok (Camiguin)

- Hibok-Hibok volcano, also known as Catarman volcano, is the youngest and the only historically
active volcano on Camiguin Island. It is one of the active volcanoes here in the Philippines, and is
part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. The summit is covered with loose ejecta and four small craters
are nearby. Sulfur was mined at one of the craters prior to 1948. The other craters contain lakes.

28. Ma.Cristina Falls (Lanao del Norte)

- The Maria Cristina Falls is the second-highest waterfall in the Philippines. It is found in the
suburbs of Iligan City on Mindanao Island. It’s the star landmark of the host city, which is part of
the reason why it’s known as ‘the City of Majestic Waterfalls’. There are over 20 waterfalls in the
area, but the Maria Cristina Falls is the grandest.

29. Mt. Apo (Davao)

- Apo volcano is the highest peak in the Philippines, but its geologic history is poorly known. Apo,
which means master, or grandfather, rises to 2938 m SW of the coastal city of Davao and has a
flat-topped summit with three peaks.

30. Lake Sebu (South Cotabato)

- Lake Sebu is one of the Philippines’ most important watersheds and a major provider of
irrigation to the provinces of Sultan Kudarat and South Cotabato. It is located in the ancestral
domain of the T'boli and Ubo tribes. The bestselling “Lonely Planet” described Lake Sebu as a
place located in a “bowl of forests and mountains”.
Closing Spiel:

Hello, Tourist! Did you enjoy your tour today? I know, because you are all wearing your beautiful smiles.
Sad to say that this will be the end of our journey. Again, this is Ms. Eunice, your cutie tour guide, and in
behalf of Sparkle Travel and Tours, we would like to leave you a message. Good things come and go, but
memories last forever. Again, thank you for choosing us to be part of your wonderful journey!