Unsplash Want to Visit Southeast Asia
Philippines
Duration 12 days Season November-May Currency PHP (Philippine Peso) USD 1 USD ≈ 57 PHP Lang Filipino, English
“Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.”— Anonymous
A tropical paradise of 7,641 islands with crystal-clear lagoons, world-class diving, and the warmest people you’ll ever meet.
Why I Want to Visit
Endless island hopping, paradise beaches, and friendly locals. English is widely spoken, making it easy to explore on a budget.
Planned Itinerary
- Manila (1 day) — Intramuros historic walled city, local food scene
- Palawan (4 days) — El Nido lagoons, island hopping, Puerto Princesa underground river
- Cebu & Bohol (4 days) — Whale sharks in Oslob, Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary
- Siargao (3 days) — Surfing, island hopping, coconut palm-lined roads
What I’m Most Excited About
- Crystal lagoons of El Nido
- Swimming with whale sharks in Oslob
- The Chocolate Hills of Bohol
- Cloud 9 surfing in Siargao
Where to Eat
- Aristocrat Restaurant (Manila) — Classic Filipino institution since 1936.. 📍 Maps
- Abe (Manila) — Cozy Kapampangan restaurant celebrating Pampanga’s culinary heritage.. 📍 Maps
- Zubuchon (Cebu) — Possibly the best roast pig in the world.. 📍 Maps
- STK ta Bay! (Cebu) — Pick your fresh catch at the fish market and they cook it for you.. 📍 Maps
- Bravo Beach Resort Restaurant (Siargao) — Laid-back beachfront spot for post-surf refueling.. 📍 Maps
Where to Stay
- The Peninsula Manila ★★★★★ (Manila) — Iconic Makati luxury hotel with elegant rooms.. View →
- Radisson Blu Cebu ★★★★ (Cebu) — Modern waterfront hotel with rooftop pool and ocean views.. View →
- El Nido Resorts Lio Estate ★★★ (El Nido, Palawan) — Eco-friendly beachfront cottages among coconut palms.. View →
- Siargao Bleu Resort & Spa ★★★ (Siargao) — Tropical boutique resort near Cloud 9 with pool and spa.. View →
Tours & Excursions
- Manila Intramuros Walking Tour — Guided walk through the historic walled city. 3h. View →
- El Nido Island Hopping Tour — Bangka boat tour to Big. 7h. View →
- Bohol Chocolate Hills & Countryside Tour — Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary, Loboc River cruise, and Baclayon Church. 8h. View →
- Cebu Whale Shark Watching in Oslob — Swim with whale sharks plus a visit to Tumalog Falls. 10h. View →
- Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour — UNESCO-listed underground river boat ride through limestone caves. 8h. View →
Getting Around & Where to Stay
Airports, transport, taxis, hotels & useful apps for Philippines
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