Tourist Spots

#1. El Nido, Palawan
When in El Nido, experience different island hopping tours to white sand beaches, enchanting lagoons, and crystal clear waters, where you can swim, snorkel, do kayaking, or just relax and embrace the hidden beauty of Mother Nature.


#2. Boracay Island, Aklan
With its soft white sand, bright blue waters, beautiful sunset view, and unforgettable night life experiences. Boracay is probably the most popular beach island in the Philippines. It’s every Filipino’s dream to visit this island located in the province of Aklan.


#3. Camiguin Island, Camiguin
Beyond volcanoes, the province also boasts natural attractions, including an uninhabited white sandbar, hot and cold springs, and waterfalls. Moreover, you can also witness the Lanzones festival in October, visit centuries-old churches, old ancestral homes and the infamous sunken cemetery.


#4. Mayon Volcano, Albay
Mount Mayon is the most active volcano in the Philippines. But in contrast of its threat lies a perfectly cone shaped volcano that can surpass the beauty of any volcano on Earth. The breathtaking landscape of Mayon Volcano is already a very popular landmark of the Philippines, as you can see it in the Philippine money and in common postcards in the country.



#5. Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Palawan
Palawan seems to never run dry of amazing destinations for tourists. The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park also called Puerto Princesa Underground River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The 8.2 km long Underground River is said to be the longest navigable underground river in the world. The cave system contains stalactites, stalagmites, small underground waterfalls, and more river channels.


#6. Banaue Rice Terraces, Ifugao

A national cultural treasure and considered by Filipinos as the “Eighth Wonder of the World”, the Rice Terraces of Banaue is a perfect place for sightseeing, getting closer with nature, getting to know the tribes of Ifugao, and even consulting with a Mumbaki (a traditional Ifugao witch doctor) to perform spiritual healing rituals. The Rice Terraces were built 2,000 years ago by our ancestors using stone and mud walls to construct pond fields for rice cultivation in the mountains of Ifugao.

#7. Chocolate Hills, Bohol

One of the most famous landmarks of the Philippines, Chocolate Hills are more than a thousand hills spread over the municipalities of Carmen, Sagbayan and Batuan in Bohol. They are called as such because their green grasses layers turn brown during the dry season, making them look like chocolates. The province of Bohol is also known for white sand beaches, rivers, centuries-old churches, and the Philippine tarsier.

#8. Mount Apo, Mindanao

If you want the best of the Philippines, why not aim for the tallest mountain in the country? Mount Apo is the highest peak of the Philippines at 10,311 feet above sea level. Mountaineers and adventurers will face a challenging journey to the peak of the mountain traversing creeks, lakes, rivers, grasslands, and forests. The mountain is also home to flora and fauna that are endemic to the area. Trekking to the top is not an easy task but it rewards anyone with the most spectacular views and feelings that we rarely experience in our lives.

#9. Vigan, Ilocos Sur

There are many Spanish colonial period houses and mansions that are scattered in the Philippines. But if you like to see an entire district that is exceptionally intact from its Spanish period architecture and scenery, Vigan is the place to be. The historic town of Vigan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along Crisologo Street to experience an ambience dating back to the 16th century.

#10. Intramuros and Rizal Park, Manila

Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, is abundant with historical and educational attractions. The 400-year old historic walled city of Intramuros is home to Fort Santiago, San Agustin Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Manila Cathedral, Palacio del Gobernador, Plaza de Roma, centuries-old canyons, cobblestones, and other buildings and ruins from the Spanish period. A walking distance from Intramuros is Rizal Park, the most famous park in the country and home to the iconic Rizal Monument, the country’s tallest flag, KM Zero, and much more.

Filipino Dishes

Here's the top 10 Filipino dishes; known and loved by Filipinos, so when you visit the Philippines, add these to your check list. Stay healthy :)


1.) Adobo
This dish consists of chunks of chicken or pork or both cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, lots of garlic and whole peppercorns
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2.) Lechon
Lechón refers to a suckling pig that is roasted. Lechón is a popular cuisine in the Philippines, usually served during fiestas.


3.) Kare-Kare
It is made from peanut sauce with a variety of vegetables, stewed oxtail, beef, and occasionally offal or tripe. Meat variants may include goat meat or (rarely) chicken. It is often eaten with bagoong (shrimp paste), sometimes spiced with chili, and sprinkled with calamansi juice.


4.) Pancit Palabok
 Pancit Palabok is made from rice flour noodles topped with crab sauce, eggs, shrimps, squid, garlic, chicharon, veggies seasoned with lemon juice, and much more. 


5.) Sinigang
Sinigang is a Filipino soup or stew characterized by its sour flavor most often associated with tamarind. Meat varies from fish, pork, shrimp and beef.


6.) Lumpia Roll
 Filipinos love this so much that they made different versions of it: Lumpiang Shanghai (fried spring rolls), Lumpiang Sariwa (fresh spring rolls), Lumpiang Ubod (spring rolls made with coconut julienne or heart of palm) and a lot more.


7.)  Crispy Pata
It consists of deep fried pig trotter or knuckles served with sawsawan, a soy-vinegar sauce. It can be served as party fare or an everyday dish. Many restaurants serve boneless pata as a specialty.


8.) Morcon
Morcon is a Filipino meat roll stuffed with sausage or hotdogs, carrots, pickles, cheese, and egg. This is considered as a holiday dish and is usually served during Noche Buena (Christmas Eve) and Media Noche (New Year's Eve).

9.) Sisig
Sisig refers to Sizzling sisig, a Filipino dish made from parts of pig’s head and liver, usually seasoned with kalamansi and chili peppers. This is an authentic Filipino dish. 


10.) Kaldereta
Kaldereta is a dish popular in the Philippines, especially in Luzon. Its common ingredients are cuts of pork, beef or goat with tomato paste or tomato sauce with liver spread added to it.

Why Visit?

Here are the Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Travel To The Philippines:


#1. It has 7,107 islands.
The Philippines is an archipelago made up of an estimated 7,107 islands with a total land area of approximately 300,000 square kilometers (115,831 sq mi.). It constitutes various flabbergasting beaches, stunning coral reefs, jaw-dropping land-forms and water-forms, peculiar animals and plants, and astonishing tourist spots. With all of these islands, you'll never know and you couldn't decide where to go first.



#2. The People
You wouldn't just meet your expectations but it will exceed. Why? Filipinos couldn't get any friendlier. Filipinos are known to be warm and hospitable so this will be a biggest factor why you will choose Philippines as your next destination and you won't regret to meet and be with Filipinos. Moreover, you will witness their infinite smiles as if it wouldn't be erased.
























#3. History
One of the biggest motivational factor of a tourist when travelling to a certain country is to fully understand and be familiar with its history. Well, Philippines has a really rich cultural background so whenever you got here, brace yourself to discover its extraordinary background.


4#. Philippine Cuisine
Just because the Filipino cuisine isn't globally renowned, it doesn't mean the food in this country tastes awful, and is not worth trying. Cooked by the people with smile in their faces and the love they've been putting while cooking is I supposed one of the biggest main factor affecting the outcome of the recipe. There are lot of luscious and delightful dishes in the country that would give you a mouth-watering and jaw-dropping, furthermore, super tasty gastronomic experience.


5#. Economical Liquor
The prices for booze in the country compared to the other countries you would have ever been is much cheaper, worthy and unique. Various Philippine alcohol will give you a spirited and satisfying experience you would probably haven't experience in your entire life.


6#. Accommodation
Visiting a country won't fully complete and satisfy your travel journey if it doesn't fulfill your needs when it matters about checking in at a particular accommodation. Well, Philippines has distinct lodging facilities where you can stay that will certainly make you feel comfortable, welcome and delighted even though if it is just simple, moreover, it is unique.


7#. Festivals.
No trip to the Philippines is complete without witnessing and experiencing its colorful and gleeful festival. As you participate in the country's several festivals, you'll get a glimpse of the country's culture, through the charming cultural dance performances with dancers painted in tribal designs and adorned in elaborate and prismatic costumes.



8#. Transportation
When it comes to transportation, the country doesn’t have a potent system that is as fast and efficient as the other countries. Travelers, however, will find joy exploring the Philippines through its eccentric modes of transportation, such as the tricycle and jeepney.


9#. Shopping
Well, if you're just having a feeling to just wander in an enclose building particularly a mall, I believed that the Philippines have many. Beside from its cold temperature inside there, it is really a worthwhile experience as well. You'll be meeting various stores, handicrafts and souvenirs, supermarkets, fashion outlets, movie theatres, spas and many more, you would really entertain yourself hanging around there.


10# Spots and Destinations
Anyway, who would forget to present the country's pride- its amazing tourist spots and relaxing destinations. The Philippines have all of these! Beginning from Luzon up to Mindanao, every part of the country, every city or municipality and province has something these stunning scenery that would perfectly suit your itinerary whenever you come here in the Philippines.




So, what are you waiting for? Book a flight. Travel. Explore. Discover. Witness. Relax. Rejuvenate and Enjoy here in the Philippines!

About Us

Hi there! We are some students from Philippine Christian University-Dasmarinas from Grade 11 Tourism B-Solomon and we are proudly here to present the beauty of Philippines. Hope you enjoy our blog as you take a look and may you have a wonderful journey in witnessing and travelling through our blog. Thank you. God bless us all!

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