| LEISURE/TOURISM/OTHER ACTIVITIES |
|  THE FOLLOWING GOLF COURSES ARE AVAILABLE NEAR AWH (THE RATES ARE AS OF NOV 2013):
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ROYAL TAGAYTAY GOLF COURSE (requires endorsement by member)
9 HOLES ONLY (PAR3)
WEEKDAY - P450 (P850 - 9+9 HOLES)
WEEKEND - P550 (P1,050 - 9+9 HOLES)
CADDY FEE: P150 (P250 WEEKEND)
GOLF SET RENTAL: P250 (P400 - 9+9 HOLES)
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SPLENDIDO GOLF COURSE (PRIVATE)
18 HOLES
WEEKDAY: P1,500 (TOURIST: P2,500)
WEEKEND: P2,500 (TOURIST: P3,500)
GOLF CART (2 SEATS): P800, 4 SEATS: P1,300
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| Broadly from beginners to advanced, just to experience or to take serious lessons, horseback riding can be enjoyed in many ways. The lesson fees are around P1,500/hour. Experience rides are available in some scenic areas, which overlook the Lake Taal. The fee is P200/hour. |
 The Lake Taal is one of the rare caldera lakes, which consists of dual caldera lakes. There is a small volcano in the caldera lake of the Taal Volcano, and in the small volcano, there is another caldera lake. The tour includes a boat ride in the bigger lake to the small volcano, and hiking up or climbing by horseback to the small caldera lake. It is worth the trip to experience it at least once. Boat: P2,500 (up to 6 passengers); Horseback riding: P500/person. |
HOT SPRINGS (LOS BANOS, LAGUNA) |
 The hot springs located at the foot of the highly spiritual Mt. Makiling are known for years. It is a tropical resort facility featuring 6 pools, including hot jaccuzzi types and warm swimming pool types. The view of the Mt. Makiling is specutacular and you will enjoy some relaxed time. The facility accommodates separate locker rooms, shower, a restaurant (Korean cuisine), a bar and massage services. An hour and 20 minute drive away from AWH. |
 An internationally known diving spot, Anilao, is just a 1.5 hour drive away from AWH. The mineral-rich current there nurtures a wide variety of marine life, such as sea turtles, sea horses, moray eels, colorful nudibranches and tropical fish, and beautiful coral reefs. ( See the photographs .) 1 boat diving costs around P1,500 (approximately US$30) including dive guide, some rental equipment and boat ride. |
|  Boracay Island is a tropical paradise and number one vacation destination of Filipino. It is only one hour flight away from Manila airport. The white sand beach lies 4 kilometers long and there are many restaurants and hotels along the way. It is a must trip for scuba divers and tropical lovers. Early in the morning, meditation on the sand beach is very ideal. Sunset on the Puka Shell Beach is especially remarkable. (See the photographs)
Trips to the other islands, such as Cebu and Parawan are also available. |
AESTHETIC SALON/BEAUTY PARLOR |
 Compared to the advanced countries like Japan and U.S., costs for aesthetic salons and beauty parlors in the Philippines are extremely reasonable and the skills of the aestheticians and hair dressers are first class. You must try them. Well equipped, nice and clean salons and parlors are usually located in the shopping malls. |
| It is especially suitable for those who don't have dental insurance. Various dental treatments from teeth cleaning to root canal are available at very reasonable fees. Filipino dentists are usually detail oriented. However, some of them cannot afford to have sophisticated equipment. Therefore, it is recommended to make an appointment and confirm if your problem can be treated before you visit them. |
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| (EXTRA) FILIPINO CUISINE MENU DESCRIPTION : |
SINIGANG - Filipino sour soup
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LUMPIA - Filipino spring roll. Either fresh or fried.
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SISIG - Stir fried pork ear for appetizer
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CRISPY PATA - Fried pork ham
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PANCIT - Filipino fried noodle. Bihon, Canton, etc.
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ADOBO - Filipino stewed dish. Pusit is squid stewed with its ink. Baboy is pork. Manok is chicken
INIHAW- BBQ. Charcoal is often used. Bangus is milkfish.
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LECHON - Roasted meat dish.
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PINAKBET - Stir fried vegetable with Bagoong (pickled mysid in salt)
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GINATAANG - Stewed dish in coconut milk
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KARE-KARE - Stewed beef pluck in coconut and peanut butter
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BULALO - Long boiled beef rib soup
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SABAW - Soup
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GULAY - Vegetable
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BAKA - Beef
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HALO-HALO - Filipino shaved ice with sweet beans, fruits, syrups, etc. Halo-halo originally means mixed-up. Ice cream can be added.
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