5 Things to Enjoy in Leyte That is Not Kalanggaman Island

After troubling yourself about where to stay in Leyte, the next thing to worry about is arranging your itinerary to maximize the experience. And when people think of Leyte, the first thing that comes to mind is Kalanggaman Island. Famous for its blue waters and fine white sand bar, this island has attracted many tourists from all over the world.

However, Leyte has more to offer than this beautiful strip of sand. Here are 5 non-mainstream tourist destinations in Leyte that is not Kalanggaman Island.

Ulot River Torpedo Boat

Resembling the thrills and adventure of white water rafting, riding a torpedo boat along this 10.5km river is perfect for adventure seekers. Let the water lead you to Deni Point where you can enjoy additional activities like having snacks, sipping some fresh coconut juice while wading in the water, or taking a plunge at this refreshing natural stream.

Sohoton Cave

Cradled in Sohoton Natural Park, this cave is full of astounding rock formations. Explore a glorious world that is not known to many and be amazed by stalactites and stalagmites that form columns inside this cave. Apart from spelunking, you can also opt to ride a kayak to head to its majestic natural bridge.

Fire Dance

Considered as one of the best hotel in Palo, Leyte, The Oriental Leyte have exquisite dining options that provide you more than just the delectable dishes. Enjoy your evening with fire dance performances as you munch on your sumptuous meals at Samsara Restaurant or the Sand Bar.

MacArthur Park

A great historical marker to all Filipinos, this park is a protected area that commemorates the return of General Douglas MacArthur to liberate the Filipinos from Japanese colonization in 1944. Perfect for some history and cultural immersion, this place also doubles as a good Instagram bait where you can take stunning vacation photos.

San Juanico Bridge

Spanning 2 kilometers in length, this ingenious infrastructure used to be the defining icon of Leyte. The San Juanico bridge takes the form of the letters S and L to symbolize the initials of the provinces it connects, Samar and Leyte. You can witness the sight of this engineering marvel without having to go far if you decide wisely on where to stay in Leyte.

Hotel XYZ in Tacloban Launches Website, Offers Easy Online Booking

Tacloban City, Philippines—Hotel XYZ, one of the newest hotels in Leyte, has just launched its website at http://www.hotel-xyz.com/. On top of offering potential guests information about the establishment, the site also offers an easy-to-use online reservation system powered by DirectWithHotels. By using this, travelers can enjoy the following benefits:

Simple 4-step booking process.
Travelers don't need to send multiple emails or make countless calls just to get a room at this hotel in Tacloban. All they need to do is click the dates of their stay and the room they want to book, view a summary of booking details, and confirm the reservation.

Instant confirmation.
All guests at Hotel XYZ are required to pay a 10% deposit via credit card to ensure that the room they chose is instantly reserved under their name. Travelers then don't need to make follow-up calls or emails just to confirm their accommodation, as an email is also sent to them as proof of the booking. And the best thing about it is that they only need to settle the balance once they arrive at this Tacloban hotel.

Secure bookings.
To ensure that the personal information of guests are safe from unscrupulous individuals, all credit card transactions made on the booking engine is secured by Trustwave and VeriSign.

Easy modification or cancellation of reservation.
Changing the dates of a reservation or canceling it is just as easy as booking it. Guests only need to click a few buttons on the booking system to do so—and these modifications can be also done for free within a specific time frame.

This convenient booking process is a reflection of a stay at Hotel XYZ, which starts in a tastefully designed room equipped with amenities such as LED TV and free Wi-Fi. The establishment also offers a good selection of facilities and services, including a swimming pool, spa, airport transfers, and business center. And with an accessible location near the city center, this hotel is certainly one of the top choices for accommodation in Tacloban.

For more information about Hotel XYZ in Tacloban City, Leyte, Philippines visit their new website at http://www.hotel-xyz.com/.

Hotel XYZ
P. Zamora St.
Tacloban City, Leyte 6500
Philippines

Phone Numbers: 6353 3213888 / 6392 76236488
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