Philippines

The Philippines is the most exotic and mind blowing destination one can wish for. The place is made up of a bunch of islands which are unique and worth visiting. There are many adventurous things to do on water or/and on land. There are dense jungles like Subic Bay, which give you the glimpse of the former Subic Bay Naval Base and tour the converted complex, which has a number of activities on-site. 

Then, there’s Bohol Inland which has got so much popularity because of a bridge made entirely of bamboo swings almost 40 meters in the air over the Loboc River. Over the years, the bridge, which was originally made with woven bamboo so it will be exciting to see how you would walk over the river without getting butterflies in the stomach. 

Manila is a highly urbanized capital city which mixes Spanish colonial architecture with modern skyscrapers. So don’t miss out on this place as it has so many amazing places that you need to discover or else you would regret. You can actually see the quality of life. The centre of the performing arts in the country is the Philippine Cultural Center. The Manila Zoological and Botanical Gardens, the Mehan Garden, and Paco Park will raise the level of enthusiasm.

Top 5 things to see and Do

The Philippines is one of the most diverse countries full of pristine beaches, exotic islands, big metropolitan cities, and stunning landscapes. We have pointed out some of the top-notch places for you out of many. The spots are as follows: 

1. Pagsanjan Falls

The most admiring and notable fall Philippines has got is Pagsanjan Falls. The Pagsanjan Falls waterfall is part of the Pagsanjan Gorge National Park. Your trip along the falls will take you upstream through tropical landscapes, where you will be able to swim in natural pools and pass through caves. It is an exhilarating outdoor adventure, and you can take day trips from Manila.

2. Caramoan Islands

There’s a point which arises more often when you have no idea of what to do or where to go, then don’t forget Philippines is a collection of islands You can sample snorkeling, swimming, sightseeing, and dining on local food in multiple locations and eliminate the hassle of trying to plan it on your own. One of the most popular island-hopping tours is to the Caramoan Islands. 

3.Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can observe ancient stalagmite and stalactite formations which are really incredible and coolest. It is a full day river tour and as you will float through the dark caves on emerald water, your guide will identify points of interest and tropical wildlife that lives along the river, which flows into the South China Sea.

4.Mayon Volcano

Mayon Volcano is the perfect cone peaked and must-visit spot as It is an active stratovolcano with an elevation of more than 2,400 meters. The volcano is surrounded by national parks where you can also see wildlife like parakeets and other birds.

5.White Beach

As the Philippines is a home to many beautiful beaches and if you’re looking for an active beach then White Beach is the perfect place. You will find ample opportunities for boating and other water sports also, plenty of chairs and hammocks are beneath the palm trees, so you can relax and enjoy the pure white sand. You can enjoy the facility of a beachside massage by booking it. Snorkeling is a popular activity at White Beach, but if you do not want to put in so much work, take a banana boat ride or book a trip on a glass-bottom boat.

 Travel Budget

While making plans, budget is the main thing on which all travellers focus. Budget is an arrangement of money by travelers of hotels, transportation, food and everything.

How to get around?

The Philippines is the best budget travel destination in the world and the most convenient and easy way to reach the destination is via flight. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is the largest airport in the Philippines. The airport is located along the border of the country between Pasay City and Parañaque City about 7km south of Manila and south-west of the Central Business District of Makati City. It is one of the busiest airports as it allows international flights also.

When to go to?

The Philippines is a paradise on earth and the best time to visit is between the months of November and April, which are the hot months in the Southeast Asian country. The wet season is from June to October and brings about quite a bit of rain with warm temperatures.