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cated at Brgy. New Calinog, Lebak, Sultan Kudarat. It has been named "Tres Andanas" (
Let's get lost here. I'm falling in love with this place.

Slow clap. I have no words for a beauty like this. Maybe I'll never even be able to explain sufficiently how wonderful it is to be here. This is Nasuli Spring Resort. It is both a spring and a lagoon. It is surrounded by lush greeneries. The water is blue (but with a tinge of green) and measures about 15 feet deep. I have been here and I can say that the freshwater lagoon is icy cold even during the hottest time of day. What makes this special is its being uncharted. Not too many locals and tourists come here. Why not? That I don't know.

But that is why I am writing about Nasuli Spring Resort. Since this is uncommonly frequented, I want to make this known to everybody. I'd love to share this wonder with you. I may have caught bad light when I took this photo, but if you'd take time to actually search this on the Internet, you'll see that Nasuli Spring is indescribable.

According to HubPages, Nasuli is a Bisayan term which means “reversed.” The local folks named the place ‘nasuli’ because the spring’s headwaters' elevation is much lower than the lagoon. It seems that the water is flowing in reverse, thus the name ‘nasuli.’

It's quiet here. The fishes are all friendly. Yes, that's true. They'll voluntarily come to you and bite your toes or your leg while you are busy talking to your friends about how good this earthporn is. But do not worry. You'll eventually understand that their bites are like welcome statements *smiles* (they are tiny anyway)! You can even feed them. My friends and I had a good time feeding them with Rambutan seeds.

You could want to cry here, write a song or poetry, paint, dance, reminisce, get emotional or just sleep. This is an exit from the busy world. It also gave me the thought that places like this -- the ones that are almost secret and uncharted -- are the best places to travel. Literally, your heart and soul unexpectedly harmonize when you see this.

For your information, Nasuli Spring Resort is located in Barangay (village) Bangcud, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. I hope that one day, you'll find your way to this site.

Happy travels,
Star, Iligan City, PH

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A visit to Siargao Island will not be complete without taking a dip into these rock pools. Appearing during low tide, these pools are perfect for an early morning swim. Have an adventurous spirit? Climb up the rocky cliff and jump your way down to the refreshing, crystal clear water. 

Entrance fee: 50php

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Tinuy-an Falls, Bislig

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Neon

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5/5(4 area reviews)

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Kaputian
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Talomo District

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Talomo District
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Agdao

While visiting Agdao, you might make a stop by sights like SM Lanang Premier and Tribu K Mindanawan.

Agdao
The Garden of Eden restored.Seat relax and feel the fresh air and mother nature.#Green

Calinan District

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Calinan District
Siargao Island Villas

Siargao Island Villas

3 out of 5
Tourism Road, Brgy. Catangnan General Luna
The price is P6,509 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
P6,509
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8.8/10 Excellent! (249 reviews)
Great Staff!!!!

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Seda Centrio - Newly Renovated

Seda Centrio - Newly Renovated

4 out of 5
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The price is P6,330 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
P6,330
P7,200 total
Jan 16 - Jan 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cagayan de Oro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (359 reviews)
Everything is excellent

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Watergate Hotel Butuan City

Watergate Hotel Butuan City

3.5 out of 5
Jose Rosales Avenue, Doongan Butuan Caraga
Fully refundable
The price is P3,044 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
P3,044
P3,409 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Butuan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (296 reviews)
Service was excellent.Very helpful when asking for amenities. Staff was super helpful and accommodating. The room was kept clean.most important was the water pressure and consistent warm to hot showers. Minor complaint was the need to ask for toilet paper as toilet paper was very thin and didn’t ...

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Watergate Hotel Butuan City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Davao Central Suites

Davao Central Suites

4 out of 5
JP Laurel Bajada Davao Davao
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Davao. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions SM City Davao and ...
7/10 Good! (10 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Davao Central Suites
Avida Davao by davaobnb & Lemonique Homes

Avida Davao by davaobnb & Lemonique Homes

2.5 out of 5
Avida Towers Davao, CM Recto Avenue. Davao Davao Del Sur
Stay at this condo in Davao. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions SM City Davao and Aldevinco Shopping Center are located ...
7/10 Good! (45 reviews)
Courteous staff

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Avida Davao by davaobnb & Lemonique Homes
La Fuga Siargao

La Fuga Siargao

3 out of 5
Old Tourism Road, Barangay Catangnan, General Luna Surigao del Norte
Stay at this 3-star villa in General Luna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Sunset Bridge and Cloud 9 Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
I loved the room it was spacious and the bed is wide. The restrooms are sophisticated. The staff are kind and accommodating.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

La Fuga Siargao
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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