Puerto Galera is a jewel in the Philippine tourist book. It offers peace, harmony and tranquility and is a perfect holiday destination for beach lovers. It is situated in Oriental Mindoro just a few hours from Manila.

The beaches are pristine and well maintained and have exceptional coral and marine life that must be seen from under water to realize their absolute beauty. It is simply a diver’s paradise as much as it offers untamed waves for surfing, opportunities for scuba diving and snorkeling. There are exquisite waterfalls the most famous of them being the Tamaraw Falls.

Puerto Galera as its name suggests was once a stronghold of Spanish sea farers during the 10th century and a visit to the Port of Galleons reveals its ancient Spanish side. The place also has museums that display Chinese and Siamese potteries from the Ming Dynasty that reveal the Chinese invasion of the port.

The Beijing Olympics instantaneously put China on the world map as one of the most sought after tourists destinations in the Far East.

The Great Wall of China a wonder of the world is deservedly worth a look see as it offers glimpses into the ancient culture of Chinese warfare. The best way to explore this large country is to do it by regions or themes.

Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Xian, Guilin, Dalian, Qingdao, Chengdu and Guanghzou formerly known as Canton, form some of the popular destinations for local sightseeing and cultural activities.

All the destinations and attractions within China speak of a slow but steady growth towards modernism while holding onto tradition and ancient cultures. There are beaches, snow capped mountains, wildlife, flora and fauna, modern cities and ancient villages all waiting to provide a one of a kind holiday experience you are unlikely to forget in this lifetime.