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that tell the story of the country’s turbulent history. (Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am-6pm; $10.50pp; ph 632 759 8288; www.ayalamuseum.org).
BORACAY ISLAND, Philippines
Located approximately 315km south of Manilla, Boracay Island is a paradise for beach and sun-worshippers. The island’s most famous and popular beach is the 4km long White Beach, which has been named as
one of the best beaches in the world. Here you’ll find D’Mall, a collection of 100 small tourist shops and restaurants where most of the island’s tourists gravitate. Try your hand at windsurfing or kite boarding at Bulabog Beach on the eastern side of the island. It is just a 5 minute walk from D’Mall. Experience the natural beauty of the Philippines by taking
a 5 hour day trip to Ariel’s Point. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and canoeing in a friendly relaxed setting. If you’re looking for something more adventurous, try one of the five cliff diving platforms. (Daily departures 11:15am; $36pp; includes hire of snorkeling equipment). Also worth a try is reef walking and helmet diving. It’s safe and easy and a great alternative if you aren’t quite ready to go scuba diving. Feed the fish as
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you walk underwater with your air helmet. ($45pp for 30min dive). Enjoy
a Paraw Sailboat Sunset Cruise and watch the sun go down on the crystal clear waters of this world famous beach. A Paraw is a traditional Filipino sailboat with two outriggers. ($30pp for one hour tour with Red Pirates; ph 63 36 288 5767; www.boracay.travel/boracay-tours).
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STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS NEAR SOME OF THE FEATURED DESTINATIONS INCLUDE:
CHINA
Hainan
Noble Yacht Club, Hainan 7481
Surrounded by beautiful beaches, green gardens and artistically designed buildings, the hotel offers water sports, barbecue of all kinds of seafood and live entertainment on the weekends.
HNA@Kangle Garden Hainan 8586 Located in the famous Xinglong Hot Spring District, southeast of Hainan, the 5-star resort boasts a 54-hole professional golf course, outdoor spas and swimming pools.
Shandong China
SRC@BEST WESTERN Sea View Grand Hotel Haiyang D673
Features panoramic views of Haiyang golden beaches, pool with a separate children swimming area, fitness centre, tennis courts, and onsite fine cuisine.
SRC@Ramada Plaza Hotel Yantai A525 Take a dip in the indoor pool, workout in the fitness center, or have a hit of tennis or even (indoor simulated) golf! Unwind and enjoy the spa with sauna and steam rooms, or pamper yourself with a massage.
PHILIPPINES
Manila
Astoria Plaza Suites 7773
State-of-the-art gym, pool, spa and massage center plus incredible views. Your gateway to
the hip, fast-paced style of Pasig City. It provides easy access to other cities, beaches and all the attractions Luzon Island has to offer.
Boracay Island
Laguna de Boracay Resort 3502
A great place to relax and unwind. It is very private and like your own private back-to-nature village, get to experience life in tranquility.
JAPAN
Miyazaki-Ke
J’s Nichinan Resort D867
Combining traditional Japanese style with
simple western comforts, this is an ideal place to experience Nichinan. There is an onsite restaurant, pool, outdoor spa with aromatherapy treatments and an 18-hole golf course.
INDONESIA
Bali
Royal Bali Beach Club at
Jimbaran Bay 5254
The one-bedroom apartments are air-conditioned, each with their own private balconies or courtyards. The resort is inviting, featuring beautiful gardens and a breathtaking pool area to enjoy and relax in.
Royal Bali Beach Club at Candidasa 3968 Located at Balina Beach on the outskirts of Candidasa, it is surrounded by coral-filled seas and still-active volcanoes. Great for snorkeling and fishing.
THAILAND
Kanchanaburi
MTC at the Legacy River Kwai 5456 Located 25km from Kanchanaburi town, the resort is surrounded by nature providing a secluded haven of mountain ranges, rivers and green forests. Shuttle service available.
Bankok
Grand Tower Inn 6305
Away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to walk to most places. This 24-storey newer urban
property is a good home base to explore lively Bangkok, known locally as Krung Thep, or “The City of Angels.”
Phuket
The Palms Resort
Situated only 30 meters from the unspoiled white sands of the fabulous Kamala Beach, it is in the middle of all the shopping and dining. Comes with designed swimming pools, fitness center and restaurant offering a fusion of international cuisines.
3 nights from $525 RA63
4 nights from $700 RA64
Pattaya
Chateau Dale Beach Resort 5719
A 5-minute drive from Pattaya’s shopping and entertainment district. It features swimming pool, spa and free private parking.
MALAYSA
Selangor Palace of the Golden Horses A521 With an equestrian theme, this resort has distinctive Moorish-Malaysian architecture, claiming an outstanding variety of dining and entertainment options.
Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort A540 Perfectly located for diving, water sports, excursions, snorkeling and many other recreational activities. The over water villa resort stretches out from the Sepang coastline, almost a kilometer into the sheltered waters of the Straits of Malacca.
For additional resort listings, visit RCI.com or or call your country’s toll free number (refer to back cover)
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