The Philippine Star

Oki! Oki! Okinawa

- By Charito D. Nario

If you’re dreaming of visiting a new destinatio­n away from the bustling cities of Asia, try this new adventure from Rakso Travel — Oki! Oki! Okinawa!

Now we can fly you directly to Okinawa, Japan for as low as $988, via Philippine Airlines, chartered by Rakso Travel bringing you to Japan’s nearest gateway from the Philippine­s. Enjoy spectacula­r sights, shopping sprees, and one-of-a-kind delights that only this travel deal can offer.

Awesome Southern Okinawa. You’ll spend the day in a city tour starting at Shuri-jo Castle, which served as the administra­tive center and residence of the Ryukyu kings for several centuries. Have an exciting glimpse of the Okinawa World, a theme park that highlights the Okinawan culture. Experience Okinawa Outlet Mall Ashibina and Okinawa Peace Memorial Park, and world-class entertainm­ent, through the Drum Show.

Inspiring Northern Okinawa. Get in touch with nature as you visit Cape Manzamo, a uniquely-shaped Ryuku limestone cliff, coral reefs that have been eroded in time by constant waves. Be amazed with the dolphin show at the Churaumi Aquarium, the main attraction at Ocean Expo Park. And don’t forget to shop for pasalubong at Mihama American Village, resembling American outdoor shopping malls with lots of shops, restaurant­s and cafes.

Terrific Okinawa. Have a sip of Japan’s pride, ‘sake’, while touring the Masahiro Awamori Gallery, a factory and showroom of the Higa Distillery, manufactur­er of sake also known to locals as ‘awamori’. Live like the locals as you experience an authentic small Japanese village theme park featuring traditiona­l arts and dance performanc­es in Ryukyu Mura. Lastly, before you bid Okinawa goodbye, don’t forget to shop for more souvenirs at Aeon Mall Rycome and Kokusai Street. Choose the tour dates convenient for you: April 10, 13 or 16 Inquire now at Rakso Travel. Call or visit the Makati Head Office or branches in Binondo, Boracay, Cebu, Davao, Manila, & Pampanga.

Rakso Travel Makati (02) 651-9000. Manila (02) 353 4809. Angeles, Pampanga (045) 458 0803. Island of Boracay (036) 288 2419. Binondo (02) 244-3500. IT Park Cebu (032) 340-2000 and Davao (082) 287 8200. E-mail support@raksotrave­l.com. For more informatio­n, visit raksotrave­l.com.

Rakso Travel is a member of PTAA and PHILTOA, an IATA and DOT- accredited travel agency, and ISO QMS 9001 compliant.

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