Philippines Travel Guide
The Philippines are known as "The Smile of Asia", due to its hospitality. The Philippines archipelago of more than 7,000 islands is sandwiched between Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand, flanked by the South China Sea. All her neighbors have magical tourist appeal to various degrees, but the Philippines, even though the sea is just as blue and clear and the myriad coral islands just as alluring, seems to have missed the boat when it comes to marketing its attractions.
The archipelago is famous for the contrast between huge and modern metropolis like Manila or Cebu, the primitive tribal territories, the deserted islands, the clear sea waters and the smooth white coral sand. Apart from some beautiful, remote tropical islands and legendary scuba diving spots, the archipelago's best resource is the friendliness and laid-back attitude of the Filipino people. Their hospitable and embracing attitude is enough to put a smile on any visitor's face; this is even more the case in the rural areas. The Philippines has some superb all-inclusive luxury resorts spread around the islands which cushion visitors from the general degradation and safety-risks of the cities and towns, and a major plus is that the country is amazingly good-value. Also, the food is delicious, and English is widely spoken.
Independent travelers who like to wander off the beaten track, and do not mind doing without the conveniences of running water and the like, will find plenty to fascinate them in the countryside and coastal parts of the Philippines; albeit without the assistance of guide books. The Philippines is one of the few places left in the world where adventurers can wander through tribal lands, unfettered by modern interferences. Travelers are however advised to follow the current safety advice on areas to avoid.
During 2000 a Belgian research centre declared the Philippines to be the most disaster-prone country on earth, citing typhoons, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, garbage landslides and militant action against Muslim insurgents as just some of it's problems! The current Government, however, is trying to improve this image, so now may be the time to see the country in its unspoilt state, before the major mass package resort developers move in.
Major Destinations in Philippines
Manila, Cebu City, Dagupan City, Quezon City, Makati, Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Boracay, Calbayog, Butuan, Dumaguete City.Attractions
American Cemetery and Memorial
Banaue
Basilica Minore de Santo Nino
Beaches
Bohol
Boracay
Camiguin
Casa Gorordo Museum
Corregidor
Davao Museum
Fort San Pedro
Intramuros
Jumalon Museum
Lake Sebu
Las Pinas
Malacanang Palace
National Museum of the Philippines
Palawan
Philippine Eagle Centre
Puerto Galera
Rizal Park
Samal Island
San Agustin Church
San Pedro Cathedral
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Tagaytay City
Events
Feast of the Black Nazarene
Fête de la Musique in Manila
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