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		<title>Eight on the Dot</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:39:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	The name stems from the infinity smbol &#8211; which looks like an 8 &#8211; and the restuarant &#8211; cum &#8211; nightspot in Souk Qaryat Al Beri is part of a Beirtu based chain. It&#8217;s on a mission to introduce to Abu Dhabi the concept of dining an dpartying at one veneu. The space is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/dots.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2448" title="dots" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/dots-300x251.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="210" /></a>The name stems from the infinity smbol &#8211; which looks like an 8 &#8211; and the restuarant &#8211; cum &#8211; nightspot in Souk Qaryat Al Beri is part of a Beirtu based chain. It&#8217;s on a mission to introduce to Abu Dhabi the concept of dining an dpartying at one veneu. The space is painstakingly sophisticated and stylish in design; inside seems to be all set for the partying end of the evening, so we decided to sit on the veranda &#8211; the light, although less flaterring out there, works better should we want to see what we&#8217;re eating.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, the light also reveals that the outdoor furnitures is already a bit worse for wear. But still we&#8217;re eased into them by the funky lunge music and staff off with the Sea Soup, a warm cuppa brimming with seafood, veggie and an array of tongue &#8211; ticking spices that has us sniffing with satisfaction.</p>
<p>Next we go with the charbroiled beef steakburger with &#8220;rushdie potato&#8221;(fries), sauteed baby tomatoes and onions in baisamic, and duck breast. The burger is more than a handful but pretty standard, its fries leaving more of a lasting impression. The duck served with fruit chutney and balsamic orange sauce was tender with a unique tangy and sour taste.</p>
<p>At bursting point now, we are coaxed by a whispering waiter to fry Eight&#8217;s signature pain perdu, a French pudding served with vanilla ice cream. And we thank him. Anything drenched in this dessert we&#8217;d eat no questions asked. It&#8217;s the perfect climax to a gastronomically superb evening.</p>
<p>Eight ticks all the right boxes with both its drink and food menus, not to mention a Fondue night is in the works, among many other attractions, so we&#8217;ll keep our ears to the ground for what&#8217;s to come.</p>
<p>This were some of the best foods you can hunt here in Abu Dhabi if you wish to visit this place and have fun. Okay! That&#8217;s it for now &#8217;cause I still have to look a <a href="http://www.autotrucktoys.com/" target="_blank">truck accessories</a> for my Dad&#8217;s car. He was asking me to help him find the accessories he need for his truck that really needs to be repaired. Hope you guys will enjoy this article I did.</p>
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		<title>Spring Family Vacation&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2010/03/01/spring-family-vacation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:26:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	Spring is in the air! A time to start a new more wonderful day with loved-ones, family, friends and relatives. What&#8217;s the best thing about spring? Falling leaves? Sakura in Japan? What about some other great places like Cancun, Mexico? Is there any good thing about this place? Well, there&#8217;s so much to see [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/family-vacation.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2445" title="family vacation" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/family-vacation-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="225" /></a>Spring is in the air! A time to start a new more wonderful day with loved-ones, family, friends and relatives. What&#8217;s the best thing about spring? Falling leaves? Sakura in Japan? What about some other great places like Cancun, Mexico? Is there any good thing about this place? Well, there&#8217;s so much to see and experience about this place. Aside from the amazing scenery and great landmarks you&#8217;ll witness you&#8217;ll be able t experienc their lifestyle, culture and traditions. Amazing right?</p>
<p>For that, why don&#8217;t you consider a <a href="http://www.karismahotels.com/azulview/family.html" target="_blank">family vacation</a> and adventure in this country? I bet you&#8217;ll absolutely enjoy while roaming around the place and exploring the great and greatest about this country. If you guys wants to consider a vacation from this place in this spring season better grab the chance now to book your reservation online at karismahotels.com &#8217;cause they are the one who offers a great package tour in thise amazing city. Besides, you don&#8217;t have to worry if you will avail from them simply because they are one of the leading provider for the said services and has been to this type of business for several years and through that time they garnered the trust and loyalty of their clients and customers who keep coming back and refering them.</p>
<p>One more thing, spending a vacation with your beloved family is indeed crucial to strengthen the bond you have for each other. It helps you renew the bows of love and obligation towards your family. So, better take a vacation now and have a great time!</p>
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		<title>Making the most of what you&#8217;ve got</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2010/02/08/making-the-most-of-what-youve-got/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:16:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	It&#8217;s good to see Abu Dhabi making the most of its attributes. Until Lulu Island gets cluttered with high-density medium-rise buildings and while the Corniche is still relatively uncrowded (more hotels and towers coming soon, but not just yet) the long stretch of coastline is one of the jewels in the city&#8217;s crown.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/uvaSacred_01.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2414" title="uvaSacred_01" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/uvaSacred_01-300x289.jpg" alt="" width="235" height="227" /></a>It&#8217;s good to see Abu Dhabi making the most of its attributes. Until Lulu Island gets cluttered with high-density medium-rise buildings and while the Corniche is still relatively uncrowded (more hotels and towers coming soon, but not just yet) the long stretch of coastline is one of the jewels in the city&#8217;s crown.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a great place for entertainment, both in front of you ( the F1 Yasalam gigis) and a bit further away (Red Bull Air Race, the UIM Formula One Powerboats, regular gig boat racing). Wakestock Abu Dhabi on 4th to 6th March should combine both, while also getting Abu Dhabi on to another international sporting circuit.</p>
<p>Wakestock Abu Dhabi will be the first stop on the 2010 WWA World Wakeboard Series. This is a clever move, because official world series stops can contribute points towards the world rankings. This guarantees that the world&#8217;s best wakeboarders will be there to strut their stuff.</p>
<p>You think it looks easy enough? Wait til you see the likes of current WWA World Series Champion Philip Soven, WWA Wakepark Champion Nick Davies, and Euro Champion and four times wakestock UK winner Dan Nott, and the near-legendary Parks Bonifay &#8211; one of the greatest wakeboards freeriders, winner of the X Games in his first visit as s 14-year old, who are taking the consideration of <a href="http://www.bestacnetreatment.net/" target="_blank">best acne treatment</a> was the first person to land the 1080, a real extreme action sports car.</p>
<p>And Wakestock has an equally spectacular reputation for putting on standout musical performances alongside the action. In the past the biggest and best dance acts have ripped up the stages; we can expect Flash Entertainment to maintain that tradition.</p>
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		<title>Out of the Blue</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2010/02/07/out-of-the-blue/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:46:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>wilson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	The 2010 Al Ain Aerobatic Show will mark a closing chapter in the history of the Breitling Jet Team &#8211; the world&#8217;s first civilian display team to fly jet-engined aircraft. Breitling&#8217;s seven &#8211; strong team of L-39 Albatross trainer jets will Fastin their set belts and perform to the final time in their distinctive [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/jet.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2397" title="jet" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/jet-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="231" height="231" /></a>The 2010 Al Ain Aerobatic Show will mark a closing chapter in the history of the Breitling Jet Team &#8211; the world&#8217;s first civilian display team to fly jet-engined aircraft. Breitling&#8217;s seven &#8211; strong team of L-39 Albatross trainer jets will <a href="http://www.planetarynutrition.com/Fastin_Phenylethylamine_Diet_Pill_p/fastin.htm" target="_blank">Fastin</a> their set belts and perform to the final time in their distinctive blue livery as they prepare for a makeover before the European aerobatics season takes flight in May.</p>
<p>Jacques Bothelin, who created the team 29 years ago, says there will be mixed emotions among the team members when they take to the blue skies over the oasis city of Al Ain. &#8221; Rest assured we will deliver a sign-off performance to remember, featuring close formation flying, opposition passes, solo routines and synchronized manoeuvres. And we look forward to returning in 2011 with a fresh new look and perhaps some surprises too, &#8221; he said.</p>
<p>Bothelin adds that the team&#8217;s main target is to entertain the crowd: &#8221; We give the best of ourselves, pushing ourselves to greater daredevil antics each time, to offer the best entertainment we can. It works and the public loves what we do!</p>
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		<title>Al Ain taking health and safety seriously</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2010/01/25/al-ain-taking-health-and-safety-seriously/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:22:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	Al Ain municipality is to establish the UAE&#8217;s first Environment, Health &#38; Safety (EHS) department for the building and construction sector. Created in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Municipality (ADM) and under the mbrella of the Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA), this new environmental management system aims to oversee the massive development that is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/safety.gif"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2365" title="safety" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/safety-300x225.gif" alt="" width="248" height="187" /></a>Al Ain municipality is to establish the UAE&#8217;s first Environment, Health &amp; Safety (EHS) department for the building and construction sector. Created in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Municipality (ADM) and under the mbrella of the Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA), this new environmental management system aims to oversee the massive development that is predicted for Al Ain and will be implemented on construction sites within the Eastern regions of Abu Dhabi by 2012.</p>
<p>The key objectives for the project include safer work places, healthy working environments, <a href="http://prenatalvitamins.net/" target="_blank">best prenatal vitamins</a> for pregnant womens, minimizing pollution waste and delivering sustainable development.</p>
<p>A contract has been signed with the global design and engineering consultancy firm Atkins to develop the system. &#8220;This is a landmark project for the Emirates of Abu Dhabi, &#8221; said Atkins &#8216;project Director Abdullatif Meril. &#8221; Al Ain Municipality has taken the bold step to lead the way in developing construction site management systems that will safeguard people and the environment.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>International Cycling Cup comes to Abu Dhabi</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2010/01/23/international-cycling-cup-comes-to-abu-dhabi/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:09:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	The Second AUE international Cycling Cup will be held in Abu Dhabi on 23rd January. The 125 km race is organized by the UAE Cycling Federation in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC). It features teams of six riders from each of 19 countries.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<a href="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/cyc_road_cycling.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2350" title="cyc_road_cycling" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/cyc_road_cycling.png" alt="" width="229" height="229" /></a>The Second AUE international Cycling Cup will be held in Abu Dhabi on 23rd January. The 125 km race is organized by the UAE Cycling Federation in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC). It features teams of six riders from each of 19 countries.</p>
<p>The event starts at 11 am on Abu Dhabi&#8217;s Corniche and should finish in the same place about three hourse later. Speaking at a press conference, Sheikh Faisal bin Humaid al Qasimi, president of the UAE Cycling Federation, said he was looking forward to the event. &#8220;We have selected the best 18 teams from Europe, Asia and Africa in addition to our team. This will provide us with good preparation for the Asian Cycling Championship which we will host in Sharjah this April.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Secretary General of ADSC. Mohammed al Mahmoud also revealed that a huge amount of interest from amateur cyclist in the UAE had forced arganizers to consider adding an amateur event.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are trying to work it out and there are no major obstacles. It should run two hours before the professional race so that those competitors can also watch the professional race afterwards; by early next week we&#8217;ll decide,&#8221; said al Mahmoud.</p>
<p>That was the latest news of sports here in Abu Dhabi which I&#8217;m pretty so sure you&#8217;ll be excited too to witnesse the said event. This will definitely give you chance to run with the participants and will stop you from using <a href="http://www.bestdietsupplements.org/" target="_blank">best diet supplements</a> were most of the time you took it to lose some pounds. So, cycle with them now!</p>
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		<title>Weekend Snapshot: Jebel Hafeet Al Ain, U.A.E</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:41:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	Yikes! I was supposed to share some of the photos I took a week ago from our land cruise in Al Ain at Jebel Hafeet. Its one of the tourist spots you can only see in the beautiful and amazing place of Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Actually, I never expect that I can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	Yikes! I was supposed to share some of the photos I took a week ago from our land cruise in Al Ain at Jebel Hafeet. Its one of the tourist spots you can only see in the beautiful and amazing place of Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. Actually, I never expect that I can visit the place since we really don&#8217;t have plan to be their with my friend here. But when one of my closest friend here in Abu Dhabi named Kuya Lar, was inviting us to go with his colleagues at work  to have a great visit to Jebel Hafeet I never had any second thoughts definitely saying that I&#8217;ll gonna go with them.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2310" title="Jebel Hafeet" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Jebel-Hafeet.jpg" alt="Jebel Hafeet" width="496" height="354" /></p>
<p>The place was great! You can really say that its totally amazing &#8217;cause aside from a very cold whisper of the wind you can see the fantastic view of Al Ain over on the top. Its like your in heaven seeing down the beauty of the earth. We had a great picnic there. I actually had a great time doing the grilled fish and beef. Chatting and laughing with new found friends and sharing the food we both cook at the hill top of Al Ain.</p>
<p>Jebel Hafeet is simply amazing! If you guys are planning to visit the place then don&#8217;t ever dare to won&#8217;t visit the said place &#8217;cause I assure you that Jebel Hafeet is one of a kind place that you&#8217;ll never forget for a lifetime. Aside from that, this place is really good and ideal for reminiscing your past and looking over into your life on things that you had been. Okay that&#8217;s it for now &#8217;cause I still have to check this <img src="file:///C:/Users/Guest/AppData/Local/Temp/moz-screenshot.png" alt="" /><a href="http://www.theequestriancorner.com/" target="_blank">breeches</a> I&#8217;ve found earlier this day. This might be the one I can recommend for my Sis. Enjoy everyone!</p>
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		<title>Winter Vacation</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2009/11/14/winter-vacation/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:11:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	Who among of you here that are planning to have a great winter vacation with their families and loved-ones? Are you one of those people who been searching a great and excellent offers on vacation during this winter season? Well if you are the better grab the chance now to visit this site bookit.com [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	<img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2284" title="vacation" src="http://wilstop.info/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/vacation.jpg" alt="vacation" width="247" height="247" />Who among of you here that are planning to have a great winter vacation with their families and loved-ones? Are you one of those people who been searching a great and excellent offers on vacation during this winter season? Well if you are the better grab the chance now to visit this site bookit.com and book your vacation hotel accommodation at costa rica hotels.</p>
<p>Oh! You guys might be wondering what you can see in the most aspiring country of Costa Rica? Well, this place has everything to offer you! From amazing landmarks, untouchable scenery, and unbelievable buildings and fantastic beaches where you can relax and unwind yourself. Above all those things, you&#8217;ll definitely experience the lifestyle, culture, customs and traditions of Costarican people.</p>
<p>So, if you guys wants to have a great hide out during this Winter season better grab the chance now to spent it in Costa Rica. Just a reminder, before considering to visit this place make sure that you already book your hotel accommodation at <a href="http://bookit.com/central-america/costa-rica/" target="_blank">costa rica hotels</a> or on the site I&#8217;ve mention above. You don&#8217;t have to worry if you will booked your accommodation in the said provider simply because they are one of the leading company for the said business and has been to this type of business for several decades now. Through that time they garnered thrust and loyalty of their clients and customers who keep coming back and referring them.</p>
<p>Book at them now and enjoy your winter vacation with your family, friends, and loved-ones. Rest assures that with them, you&#8217;ll definitely had a great and ample stay! Enjoy everyone!</p>
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		<title>Anilao, Mindoro, Philippines&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://wilstop.info/2009/10/29/anilao-mindoro-philippines/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:11:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 	A resort town across from Mindoro; like Puerto Galera on Mindoro, Anilao is particularly of interest to divers. Not that easy to reach by public transport. One takes a jeepneys from Batangas to Bauan or directly to Mabini; some jeepneys go to Anilao.

Resorts
Anilao Diving Center; rooms $ 1040++
Aguila Beachhouse  room 300 (meals incl)
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> 	A resort town across from Mindoro; like Puerto Galera on Mindoro, Anilao is particularly of interest to divers. Not that easy to reach by public transport. One takes a jeepneys from Batangas to Bauan or directly to Mabini; some jeepneys go to Anilao.</p>
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<p>Anilao Diving Center; rooms $ 1040++<br />
Aguila Beachhouse  room 300 (meals incl)</p>
<p><strong>DIVING SITES NEAR ANILAO (Batangas prov)</strong></p>
<p>Located near Mabini, Batangas. To get there take a bus with signboard &#8220;Batangas City&#8221;. Ask the conductor to say when they have reached the Bauan stop. Sometimes one can find a jeepney going direct to Anilao at that point. Otherwise take the jeepney to Bauan and ask about a jeepney to Anilao. (overall it&#8217;s about a 3 to 4 hr trip). By private car the trip is much shorter. Certainly the closest diving to Manila.</p>
<p>Not only scuba diving but also snorkeling, sport fishing, sailing, and wind surfing are popular around Barangay Anilao, Mabini on Balayan Bay. World windsurfing competitions have been held there.</p>
<p>There are a number of small resorts in a wide price range as well as the new (late 1990) Vistamar Beach Resort. It is located on a 2 hectare (5 acre) site and has a 28room hotel with a restaurant. The resort is fully equipped to handle diver&#8217;s needs as well as other aquatic sports and has a 150 vehicle parking lot. It has picnic pavilions with tables as well as showers for the day tripper. It also has convention and seminar facilities.</p>
<p>The water temperature is 28%C (83%F), visibility for divers 1264m (40210ft), depth of dives 346m (10150ft). Locations are suitable for novices, intermediate and advanced divers. Equipment may be rented, emergency repairs are available as is air.</p>
<p>Divers may view all kinds of tropical reef fish as well as some ocean species, mantas, sharks, shells, crabs, crayfish, starfish, many kinds of coral and sea wrecks. Collecting coral or shells and spear fishing is prohibited.</p>
<p>Variations in tides as well as strong currents require that the diver consult local guides for danger spots (see also map).</p>
<p>Ligpo Island (1) just west of Ligpo Point; it is possible to circle the island in one dive; sharp dropoff on west side; the diver has to watch out for currents</p>
<p>Cathedral (2) about 140m (450ft) offshore; an underwater rock formation that looks like a roofless amphitheater; it has been seeded with coral and handfed fish who can be very friendly if one has a bit of bread</p>
<p>Sombrero Island (3) diving fairly shallow on brim of reef increasing down to 15m (50ft); currents very strong except close in west and southwest</p>
<p>Layag Layag Reef (4)  for experienced divers only; on south side ledge has a 15m (50ft) dropoff; strong currents</p>
<p>Sepok Point (5) from due west and to the southwest are good diving areas; dropoff is at 15m (50ft) with a shallow step close to Maricaban Island at about 4.5m (15ft)</p>
<p>Layag Layag Point (6)  the diver should seek advice on slack water times</p>
<p>Mainit (7) it has a hot spring on the beach; current can be strong so the diver should seek advice on times; afternoon breeze is strong and may reduce visibility by stirring up the water surface</p>
<p>Mapating Rock (8) sharks and strong currents make this a place for experienced divers with a guide; near rock 12m (40ft) than a series of dropoffs down to more than 40m (130ft)</p>
<p>Cavan Cove (9)  a good place for shallow rents at outer ends of cove</p>
<p>Batalan Rock (10) &amp; Merriel&#8217;s Rock (11) both are best in the morning as strong afternoon breezes spoil view; many kinds of coral</p>
<p>Papaya Point (12), Culebra (13)</p>
<p>&amp; Malahibong Manok Island (14) all are far from Anilao and have no particular merit over a number of similar places which are closer.</p>
<p>Matoko (15)  east of Matoko Point; steep slopes and dropoff with a ledge at 15m (50ft); local guide suggested; strong currents</p>
<p>Verde Island Dropoff (16) 1131m (35100ft); for experienced divers; the most beautiful dropoff in the Philippines; strong current</p>
<p>South of Verde Island (17) many nice dive spots for beginners and experienced divers; soft and hard coral; many tropical fish; common area for day trips with picnics on the beach</p>
<p>Anilao Beach Balayan Bay, near Mabini, Batangas about 2 1/2 hrs by bus from Manila with signboard Batangas City then a jeepney from Batangas City to Bauan; some jeepneys go directly to Anilao; famous for scuba diving and wind surfing; diving courses and equipment available. The water temperature is 28%C (83%F), visibility for divers 1264m (40210ft), depth of dives 346m (10150ft). Locations are suitable for novices, intermediate and advanced divers. Equipment may be rented, emergency repairs are available as is air.</p>
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