Backpacking In Western Visayas

One of my wishlist is to go on European backpacking, that is having a Schengen Visa and travel via land in 3-4 European countries.  But for now, a Europe tour seemed not affordable or budget friendly so I am looking at backpacking in my own country.  I have been planning for an Iloilo City - Guimaras - Antique - Aklan trip.  But I just discovered not Gigantes Island is a must-see place in Iloilo province. I have made up an itinerary for a British friend visiting the country this month.

Iloilo, Guimaras and Antique offer white beaches that is at par or better than famous Boracay shores. In addition, you get to explore/discover your Filipino heritage and sample Visayan cuisine.

Juana Explore Travel Desk can also assist you in booking your hotels, tours and come up with an itinerary.

Contact us!

-Kathy (the other partner in Juana Explore Travel Desk)

Juana Explore Travel Desk Hotel Affiliates

We don't just offer 2-star hotel category but even 4-star or 5-star hotel in most Philippine Destination and abroad.  Feel free to contact us via email or call/sms us.

Email: juanatraveldesk@gmail.com
Mobile Phone: 09158590120 (Kathy) / 09228780270 (Dawn)

Tokyo Japan Travel Promo

4D3N Tokyo, Japan with Airfare

Travel Date: Aug 28-31/Sept 24-27/Oct 29-Nov 1/Nov 27-30, 2015

P62,999/adult

P59,999/child

Inclusions:

* Roundtrip airfare ticket via Japan Airlines 

   MNL NRT 10:05AM 0335PM VIA JL746/NRT MNL 0720PM 1100PM VIA JL745

* 3 nights hotel accommodation at Hotel Metropolitan (4*) or similar class

* Tours and admission fees as per itinerary

* All transfers as per itinerary

* Meals as per itinerary (3 breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinner)

* English speaking tour guide

* Souvenir item 1 per person

Itinerary:

Day 1: Narita Arrival (with dinner)

Upon arrival at Narita Airport, meet the tour guide and proceed to Tokyo. Have dinner at local restaurant. Then proceed to Shinjuku Area. Have free time shopping at Don Quijote Mall. Transfer to Hotel.

Day 2: Tokyo-Mt.Fuji-Hakone Tour (with breakfast, lunch and dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Hakone area. Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Level (if weather did not permit visit Mt. Fuji Visitor Center for AUG-NOV and Fujiten Ski Resort for DEC, Ski equipments Not Included). Drive to Oshino Hakkai, which is made up of eight spring water ponds. These eight ponds are spring-fed by water running down from the sacred Mt.Fuji, and have long been revered as 'springs of the Gods'. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Next proceed to Gotemba Premium Outlet, one of Japan's largest outlets with lots of branded items to buy. Dinner will be arranged at the local restaurant. Drive back to Tokyo and return to hotel.

Day 3: Tokyo Free Day (with breakfast)

After breakfast inside hotel have free time on your own. Or you may avail optional tour wih us.

Day 4: Tokyo City Tour - Narita Departure (with breakfast)

After breakfast, check out to hotel. Proceed to Asakusa Kannon Temple, Tokyo's largest Buddhist Temple. Next shop for typical Japanese souvenirs and traditional snacks at Nakasime Shopping Street, beside Asakusa. Then visit Meiji Shrine. Enjoy last minute shopping at Ginza and Akihabara Area. Lunch will be on your own arrangement. Lastly drive to Narita Airport for flight back to Manila.

Exclusions:

* Terminal Fee P550/person

* Philippine Travel Tax P1,620/person

* Tip to driver and tour guide JPY500/person/day except free day (to be settled in Japan)

* Japan visa fee and processing fee

* Porterage fee and others which are personal in nature

* Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

Booking Conditions:

* Rate is valid for Philippine passport holder only

* P10,000/person deposit is required upon reservation and non-refundable

* Free Travel Insurance for 6-70 years old

* Triple and double room is subject for availability

* Itinerary is subject to change due to local condition

Amazing Osaka, Japan Travel Promo

5D4N Osaka, Japan with Airfare 

P68,999/adult (Travel Date: Aug 21-25/Aug 27-31, 2015)

P65,999/child (Travel Date: Aug 21-25/Aug 27-31, 2015)

P73,999/adult (Travel Date: Sept 5-9/Oct 27-31, 2015)

P71,999/child (Travel Date: Sept 5-9/Oct 27-31, 2015)

Inclusions:

* Roundtrip airfare ticket via Philippine Airlines 

   MNL KIX 0205PM 0705PM VIA PR408/KIX MNL 0955PM 0120PM VIA PR407

* 2 nights hotel accommodation at Kansai Best Western Hotel (3*) or similar class

* 2 nights hotel accommodation at Osaka Dai Ichi Hotel (3*) or similar class

* Tours and admission fees as per itinerary

* All transfers as per itinerary

* Meals as per itinerary (4 breakfast, 1 lunch and 3 dinner)

* English speaking tour guide

* Souvenir item 1 per person

Itinerary:

Day 1: Kansai Arrival (with dinner)

Upon Arrival at Kansai Airport, meet the tour guide then take the free shuttle bus to hotel and check in. Dinner will be served inside the hotel or at local restaurant.

Day 2: Osaka-Kyoto SS-Osaka SS(with breakfast, lunch and dinner)

After breakfast inside hotel, check out and move to Kyoto for your half day city tour. First stop is the Kyoto International Manga Museum, the Museum was opened in November of 2006. It consist of 3 floors and a basement, and most of its wall are lined with shelves of Manga. A small section of the books is dedicated to foreign and translated in Manga, but the vast majority is in Japanese. There are permanent and special exhibits, a Tatsuike history room, a museum shop, and a kissaten (a Japanese tea room). 

 

Next is Kiyomizu Temple, a world heritage side and enjoy a sweeping view of the entire city of Kyoto from its lofty terrace.  Transfer back to Osaka for your city tour. Then move to Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum, which proves that instant noodles were originated in Osaka. This museum features the history of Chicken Ramen. Story of Instant Noodles, a cup noodles drama theater, exhibits of the instant noodles around the world, tasting room, Instant Noodles Tunnel, and the highlight "The Cup Noodles Factory" - where they can flavor and design their own cup noodle.

 

Free time shopping at Namba Shimsaibashi, a shopping zone with convenient access and 300 shops and restaurants that serves popular and reasonably priced food of Osaka. Lunch and Dinner will be served at a local restaurant. Lastly transfer to your hotel in Osaka.

Day 3: Osaka Free Day (with breakfast)

After breakfast inside hotel, free time on your own or join optional tours.

Day 4: Universal Studios Osaka (with breakfast and dinner)

After breakfast inside hotel, check out. Move to Universal Studios Japan, the world's greatest theme park inspired by blockbuster Hollywood Movies. It offers a whole range of attractions to amaze its guests! Spend the rest of the day with your one day unlimited pass inside the amazing movie theme park. Lunch will be on guest's own arrangement. Dinner will be served at local restaurant then transfer to your hotel.

Day 5: Kansai Departure (with breakfast)

After breakfast inside hotel, transfer to airport via hotel shuttle bus then check in for your flight back to Manila

Exclusions:

* Terminal Fee P550/person

* Philippine Travel Tax P1,620/person

* Tip to driver and tour guide JPY500/person/day (to be settled in Japan)

* Japan visa fee and processing fee

* Porterage fee and others which are personal in nature

* Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

Booking Conditions:

* Rate is valid for Philippine passport holder only

* P10,000/person deposit is required upon reservation and non-refundable

* Free Travel Insurance for 6-70 years old

* Triple and double room is subject for availability

* Itinerary is subject to change due to local condition

Online Travel Madness Promo

Domestic Land Arrangements 

Booking Period: Until July 10, 2015

Travel Period : July 15, 2015 - May 31, 2016

Inclusions: HOTEL w/ breakfast + Airport Transfers (based on quad sharing)

1.     3D2N Bohol Land Arrangement – P1,299/person

2.     3D2N Puerto Princesa Land Arrangement – P1,299/person

3.     3D2N Bacolod Land Arrangement – P1,550/person

4.     3D2N Batanes Land Arrangement – P1,550/person

5.     3D2N Boracay Land Arrangement – P1,699/person

6.     3D2N CDO Land Arrangement  - P1,699/person

7.     3D2N Cebu Land Arrangement – P1,750/person

8.     3D2N El Nido Land Arrangement – P1,750/person

9.     3D2N Davao Land Arrangement – P1,750/person

10.      3D2N Coron Land Arrangement – P1,899/person

11.      3D2N Legaspi Land Arrangement – P1,899/person

Note: Surcharge may apply during peak season or special holidays

International Land Arrangements

Booking Period: Until July 10, 2015

Travel Period : July 15, 2015 - May 31, 2016

Inclusions: HOTEL + Airport Transfers + Tour (selected destination)

1.     4D3N Shanghai Land Arrangement – P2,499/person

2.     4D3N Beijing Land Arrangement – P2,999/person

3.     3D2N Kuala Lumpur Land Arrangement – P2,999/person

4.     3D2N Bangkok Land Arrangement – P2,999/person

5.     3D2N Siem Reap Land Arrangement – P2,999/person

6.     3D2N Hongkong Land Arrangement – P3,499/person (min 3)

7.     3D2N Hanoi Land Arrangement – P3,499/person

8.     3D2N Ho Chi Minh Land Arrangement – P3,999/person

9.     3D2N Singapore Land Arrangement – P4,999/person

10.      3D2N Phuket Land Arrangement  - P4,499/person

11.      3D2N Kota Kinabalu Land Arrangement – P4,999/person

Note:  Surcharge may apply during peak season or special holidays

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We are your partners in planning and executing a wonderful journey.  We offer van rentals (Manila Area), hotel booking (domestic and international), airline ticketing (domestic and international) and packaged tours.

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Travel, See the World

They say money can bring more happiness if spent on building good memories like traveling. Traveling is good for the mind and body. You leave the comforts of your home and step outside your usual routine. This activity stimulates your mind as you learn new things (navigating unfamiliar place, learn new language, try new cuisine).

Here are 7 benefits of traveling according to About.com/Why Travel.

1. Sharpens the Mind
You've done your old routine for so many years that you could run through it on autopilot. Being placed into a new environment engages a dormant part of your mind.

2. A Shift in Perspective
Being exposed to new cultures and people will greatly shift your paradigm and create a healthier perspective once you return back home. Seeing different social classes creates compassion and really makes you feel more blessed and content.

3. A Chance to Try New Things
While you may branch out at home with new restaurants from time to time, traveling kicks you out of the comfort zone and forces you, for better or worse, to try new things! Even if you don't enjoy your first attempt at bungee jumping, at least you'll be able to relate in a new way the next time you see it in a movie.

4. Meet New People
You'll meet far more friendly people on the road than you will under ordinary circumstances at home. Other travelers are always looking to share experiences, give tips on places to go, and meet people from all over. Striking up a conversation with other travelers is extraordinarily easy.

A polite "so where are you from?" breaks the ice quite easily and may lead to lasting friendships.

5. See the Real Deal
Until you visit a place and form your own opinions, your understanding only comes from what you were taught in school, read in books, or saw on media -- which may or may not be true.

6. Exercise and Sunshine

7. Come Home Renewed
Breaking up the monotony for a while is a great way to reduce stress and give your life an injection of excitement. Don't be surprised if you're already counting down days until the next trip!