Philippines
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Philippines

Turquoise lagoons, limestone islands and 7,000 reasons to island-hop

What it's famous for

01

Palawan's lagoons

El Nido and Coron hide hidden lagoons, karst cliffs and shipwreck dives beneath impossibly clear water.

02

Island hopping

Over 7,000 islands means a lifetime of white-sand beaches, sandbars and quiet coves to yourself.

03

Diving & marine life

Whale sharks, coral gardens and Tubbataha's protected reef — a bucket-list for divers.

04

Rice terraces

Banaue's 2,000-year-old terraces climb the mountains like a green staircase to the sky.

Cities worth your time

Exact neighborhoods, places and day plans for your chosen city are in your personal guide.

You'll be eating

AdoboLechonSinigangHalo-haloPancitSisig

Where exactly? The hand-picked spots — with map links — are in the guide.

Inside your Philippines guide

  • The cheapest flight window for your exact dates
  • Which neighborhood to stay in, with pre-filled search links
  • Hand-picked restaurants & sights with Google Maps links
  • A realistic day-by-day itinerary, written for your trip length
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