FRENCH LIVING IN THE PHILIPPINES

The Hundred Islands National Park in Brgy. Lucap, Alaminos City, Pangasinan is 250 kms. North of Manila. This National Park covers a land area of 1,884 hectares with 123 islands. However, only three (3) islands have been developed for tourists namely: Governor, Quezon, and Children's Island. Of the three (3) Islands, only the Governor's Island keeps a Guesthouse which is ideal for family use. It has 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, comfort room/bath and kitchen. Linens, water (4 drums), generator lighting, ceiling fans, dining and cooking utensils/equipments are provided for. The bahay kubos at Children's Island are for budget travellers as it consists only of screened bedrooms with kerosene lighting and one (1) drum of fresh water and linens. Common areas are provided for dining and cooking as well as for toilet and bath. Quezon Island is for picnickers and campers. At Lucap Point (Mainland), the main building houses a conference room and accommodation facilities. A t

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