If there is one thing you would like experience, that is to see the beautiful island of Bohol, and to make the trip epic with AirAsia! Bohol is indeed one island located at the Central Visayas region in the Philippines that is a tourists paradise. The place is like an all-in-one tour package where you get to see heritage Spanish-era churches, unique animals like the Tarsier, picture perfect landscapes, white sand beaches in Panglao, and of course the beautiful people of Bohol!
If you plan to go to Bohol, AirAsia flies there four times a week from Manila. However, what is there to see? Well as the description says, A LOT! It is like the “SM” of tourist spots, “we got it all for you!”
Most popular tourist spots in Bohol
The unique Philippine Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary, Chocolate Hills, and Loboc River are just some of the famous tourist destinations in Bohol. The Tarsier is the world’s smallest primate with those big starry eyes! They would be the cutest thing to see. o You also pristine beaches, relaxing resorts, and iconic landmarks which will surely lure you in; Bohol’s countryside charm and marine biodiversity proves that this world class destination deserves a much awaited trip.
The Loboc River cruise is something to experience. You dine at this boat while taking a cruise down the river and being serenaded by the locals. Foreigners usually love this! The gastronomic experience is also something. Make sure you have shed enough pounds before arriving because you will definitely gain all of them back, even more!
If you are a history freak, Bohol is just the place for you. There are five Spanish-era Catholic churches in Bohol. These are the Baclayon Church, Parroquia de San Pedro Apóstol, Our Lady of Light Church, Santa Monica Church, and Church of Our Lady of the Assumption. All these are Baroque churches that will definitely give you a glimpse of architecture during the Spanish era. You will definitely learn also more about the history of the Philippines through these churches.
See the world at Bohol
While it is nice to see the original structures, you may experience replicas of this in Bohol at the Sikatuna’s Mirror of the World. This is a 3.2-hectare farmland, transformed into a unique and Instagrammable park that is a visual treat day or night. Get a quick tour around the world without spending too much, and visit most of the notable places, such as the Greek mythology god statues, New York’s Statue of Liberty, Paris’ Eiffel Tower and many more. The best part? No passport, visa or quarantine needed— all of these can be found in Bohol.
Culinary treats in Bohol
The Bohol Bee Farm that has been well-known for its delectable ice cream, which made tourists love Bohol more than ever. This place has been one of the most visited tourist spots in Bohol. Its like a “should visit” spot in the island.
Two also of the unique and Instagrammable restaurants serving tourists amidst this time of pandemic, will surely make your gastronomic experience memorable. La Vara restaurant welcomes you with an old mini bus, converted into a kitchen where they prepare their drinks and desserts, along with their drooling main courses that are a fusion of Asian cuisine. While MIST, despite being a youngblood in Panglao, created an impression through their one of a kind combination of Asian and Western menu, waiting for you to rediscover.
If you want to know more about Bohol, check our AirAsia‘s “Allstars at Your Service” episode 7 below. For flight to Bohol, visit www.airasia.com or download the Super App. You may also check out AirAsia’s SNAP where you can save more on plane and hotel costs.
