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Philippines Travel Guide


Bohol’s Best: Panglao Island Nature Resort
A dream vacation awaits you in Bohol,Philippines. Relax, unwind, enjoy the view, and experience the best of both nature and adventure at Panglao Island Nature Resort....

Traveling the Philippines: Panglao Paradise
Dolphin watching in the Philippines is at its finest in Panglao Island. The destination boasts of pristine beaches, spectacular land formations, great dive sites and dolphin watching that is an experience to be remembered....

Learn to Love Nature in Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan, boasts of its natural beauty that gives it an edge over other tourists attractions. If you are interested in visiting this city, there are details that you need to know to fully appreciate the city's rare splendor....

Bohol- A Perfect Getaway!
Bohol is just the right place to stay away from the clutter of urban life. The best location where one can find peaceful and relaxing vacation. A perfect place to relax, enjoy and see the natural wonders of the Philippines....

Intramuros: A Nostalgic Tourist Destination
A strong reminder of the past is this tourist destination at the heart of Manila: Intramuros. It has been a witness of historical unfolding from the Spanish to the present times. Intramuros is a walk through gates of the past revealing nostalgic aspects of this tourist destination....

General Santos City - A Tourist Destination
Tourists will truly enjoy the various destinations in General Santos City. Foreign and local tourists will be amazed at the beauty of nature on the nature trips. Caves, waterfalls, gorges, and hills are some of General Santos City's tourist spots together with their joyful and colorful festivities....

The Bohol experience - hotel selections to suit your lifestyle.
With a wide array of choices for lodging in Bohol ranging from the urban Tagbilaran area to the beautiful island of Panglao, tourists are sure to find a hotel that suits their lifestyle. MetroCentre Hotel, Hotel La Roca, Soledad Suites, and the Bohol Tropics Resort Club, are the Tagbilaran frontier hotels. While the Panglao island boasts of the Bohol Beach Club, the Alona Palm Beach Resort, the Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa, and the Amarela Resort....

Wreck Diving at Black Island
The water surrounding Busuanga Island is the home of a number of shipwrecks of World War II. Black Island is a perfect place for wreck diving where a Japanese tanker sank. The wreck is now full of beautiful fish species and other marine life....

Experience a Weekend Diving Trip in Anilao
Anilao, Batangas is a town that has excellent dive sites for beginners and experienced divers. Since Anilao is in proximity with Manila, this becomes a great place to go for a weekend dive. You'll find a huge diversity of marine life among the dive sites in Anilao....

A Tourist’s Guide to Bohol Hotels
Bohol is a perfect island getaway. This island boasts of wonderful Bohol hotels and resorts which will surely make your Bohol resort experience unforgettable!...

The Wonderful Diving Sites in Boracay
Diving in Boracay is a favorite activity among tourists vacationing in the place. The dive sites in Boracay are full of various marine life where divers can admire the beauty of the wonderful underwater world of sea creatures....

Subic Bay: Home of the Great Wreck Dive Sites
If you love to go for some wreck diving adventures, the wreck dive sites in Subic Bay are worth the dive. You will not only love the excellent beauty of the various wreck dive sites but will also learn the historical backgrounds of the wreckage in Subic Bay....

Shark Diving in Malapascua Island
Malapascua Island is an excellent site for diving. The elusive thresher sharks are found in Malapascua Island become the main attraction. The Gato Island, a nearby island, has a marine life sanctuary where diving for sea snakes and other marine life also becomes a great adventure....

The Adventure of Diving in Bohol
Want to experience the real escapade of diving? Then go to Bohol and experienced the best diving you could ever have. Most recommended is the Panglao Island where you can see many diving spots to explore....

Nasugbu, a Dive Paradise Near the City of Manila
Nasugbu is one of the closest dive sites from the capital of the Philippines. Explore the deep blue experience with colorful fish and coral. It’s a beautiful place to relax and get rid of all your stress....

Diving In Paradise
Want to experience the joy you yearn or simply just travel the world? Don't fret, try scuba diving for a change. One can witness and enjoy the real beauty of nature down there....

Different Dive Sites in La Union, Philippines
One of the diving destinations in the Philippines is the Province of La Union. A number of reef and wreck dive sites are present in La Union where different sea creatures are making their home safely. Beginners and experienced divers will enjoy La Union's dive sites....

Beautiful Beaches of Bohol
Perhaps many people don't know yet but the beaches in Bohol are truly breathtaking and a beautiful tourist destination. One must have to see it to realize how beautiful and relaxing it is to spend a vacation there....

Wreck Sites in the Philippines
The Philippines has received world-wide renown for having some of the best wreck dive-sites in Asia. Most of the wreck dive sites across the country were at one time or another located near military naval facilities, a testament to the Philippines' rich naval history....

Finding the Right Maid
Hiring a maid may seem to sound easy. But considering your family's safety, it is better to practice some caution to be able to find the best household helper that you can have....

Puerto Galera - Beauty Under the Sea
Other than its beautiful beaches, Puerto Galera offers a wonderful underwater experience. The place has lots of shipwrecks and marine life. Puerto Galera is perfect for beginners and advance divers from all over the world....

Accessible Dive-sites Near Manila
There are a number of diving destinations to choose from near Metro Manila. Because of their proximity to the Philippine capital, these premier dive-sites provide viable options to prospective divers who have a strict timetable and cannot afford to travel to otherwise far-flung diving spots....

Choosing Expat Health Insurance
Traveling to a foreign country may pose health problems considering the sudden environmental changes. To prepare for this, choose a good expat health insurance coverage....

Expat Visa Requirements
Countries vary in their expat visa requirements. In the Philippines, there are several expat visa requirements that are required from foreigners who intend to stay in the country....

Expat Food as The National Cuisine
Expat food used to be a scarcity in the Philippines, but thanks to the new global outlook in the country. Expat food is no longer the exception but the rule in almost any part of the country. Expat food, in fact, sometimes tastes better here....

Philippine Expats: Living in the Philippines
Thinking of retirement? Pack your bags and move to the Philippines and enjoy native hospitality, low cost living, adventure and romance!...

Securing an Expat Work Permit in the Philippines
The foreign national who hold an Alien Employment Permit is authorized to work in the Philippines. If you are interested to be employed in the country, learn some of these things--from the requirements to your chances of being approved....

Expat Banking
Expat banking is not really a hassle. Knowing what works best for you even makes the process a rather financially rewarding method....

Your Home Within Home: Expat Networks
Expatriates living in the Philippines would inevitably encounter several difficulties. Expat networks would help in alleviating these roadblocks, onto a relaxing life in the country....

A Myth on Mayon Volcano
One myth on the Mayon Volcano is actually a figurative narrative of the exploits of a heroic people called the Bicolanos. Personified in the courage and skills of three epic chieftains, Bicolanos, though not mentioned even once in the myth, unmistakably inspired it and several other epic myths on Mayon....

Getting a Job as an Expat
Foreigners may find it difficult to get expat jobs which require taking licensure exams. However, there are some expat jobs that they can easily apply for....

Folklore on Why We Cook the Foods We Eat
When something is urgently sought for, an accidental discovery is bound to show up---or at least that's what a Philippine folklore says. The folklore on why we cook the foods we eat is an example of how an urgent activity led to an important albeit accidental discovery that started culinary arts....

The Basics of an Expat Medical Insurance Program
Availing of an expatriate medical insurance program provides a safety net for the expatriate, in case undesired hazardous incidents might happen. Should there be an expatriate who is willing to be covered by an expat medical insurance program, then there are some details that he or she has to know....

Chicken Cuisine Binakol Wonder
A super spiced-up chicken recipe that boasts of a tender, savory chicken and a subtle blend of zesty chicken thick sauce. Top these on a hot steaming rice and dinner will never be the same again. That’s what this native cuisine, chicken “binakol” wonder, is all about....

Mixed Beef and Sea Foods Kare-kare
Kare-Kare has long been a favorite native cuisine in the country. It has an equally appetizing variant. This recipe is called Beef and Sea Foods Kare-Kare. It is a delectable option of the usual all-beef cuisine, Kare-Kare....

Native Cuisine Pineapple Steak
The Philippine version of beef steak---mixed with pineapple---is a unique rendition of the cuisine. It is enhanced with the subtle sweet-sour taste of canned pineapple and its succulent juice flavor to come up with a delicious native dish that tangs in the mouth....

Lechon: Philippines’ Favorite Delicacy
One of the Philippines' favorite foods is the lechon. The lechon is a roasted pig with crispy skin and juicy meat. The festivities in the Philippines are not complete without the lechon as the table's centerpiece....

Sweet and Sour Adobo Pork and Chicken
The native cuisine, sweet and sour pork and chicken adobo, is a delicious native recipe that has been around for centuries. It is a favorite take-out or dine-in meal, and it lasts longer than any other native cuisine. Thus, this native recipe is a favorite picnic food option....

Common Spices in Modern Philippine Recipes
Modern Philippine dishes are delicious, to say the least. Spices are a key factor to their super appetizing qualities. Some spices can stand by themselves; some are recipe mixes....

Crystal Sand Beach Resort in Boracay
Taste the luxury of being an important visitor in the Philippines by staying in a resort where every visitoe becomes a member of one big family. Experience sunbathing to the glorious place of Boracay. Visit and have fun....

Dining Along the Loboc River
While visiting in Bohol, dine with your family and friends on a floating restaurant cruising along the Loboc River. Enjoy a scrumptious buffet meal of native dishes and a breathtaking view for a truly pleasurable and unique experience....

Exotic Bohol’s Seafood Festival Bargains
There are Bohol island restaurants suited to most every kind of budget. To travelers and tourists, the rich variety of the freshest seafoods and tropical fruits and vegetables may prove a one of a kind experience....

A Taste of Bohol
It offers information about restaurants found in the island province of Bohol in the Philippines. Fresh seafood cooked in a variety of ways are served by restaurants in the province....

Diving Spots You’ll Never Get Enough Of
Enjoy Bohol at its finest. Take a plunge in the diving spots and get a chance to see rare and exotic sea creatures only Bohol has to offer....

Bohol’s Bargain World Class Dive Sites
"Exotic" is not the overused word it has become when it comes to describing extreme marine biodiversity on Bohol Island in the Philippines. World Bank and United Nations reports have cited the rich diversity and international divers are quite taken by the near bargain prices for which exhilarating dives can be had....

A Plunge into the Deep Blue
Wishing to discover the secrets of the deep blue? Bohol dive sites offer more than just excitement and relaxation. Scuba diving in Bohol makes a difference....

Bohol: Takes Pride With Its White Sandy Beaches
Take time to discover Bohol’s white sand beaches. Find out how it would be like to have a vacation in one of Bohol’s beach resorts, and make your dream holiday a reality in Bohol....

Bohol Beaches: For the Best Vacation of Your Life!
For a memorable tropical experience, there is no other place like the pristine beaches of Bohol. From snorkeling and diving, to great tropical food, to quiet, peaceful coastlines where one can take leisurely walks, not to mention world-class resorts that will cater your every desire, the beaches of Bohol will give you all these and more....

Water Business: Franchise or Independent?
The business of supplying bottled water is great business. Furthermore, you have options that you can choose to succeed: franchise or independent? Whatever your decision maybe, water business gives you fast return of investment....

TLRC Programs for Home Businesses
Thou shall not live by bread alone but bread is good business! This was proven by enterprising Filipinos who ventured into the bakery business through the home business programs of TLRC or Technology and Livelihood Resource Center....

There’s Money In Wax
Candle-making is hard work but there are secrets to it to become a successful home business. You can compete with other candle-makers in terms of price and design. You can even opt for decorative and scented candles....

Starting Small for the Big-Time
To become a big-time in the business world, you have to start somewhere no matter how small. If you can’t afford to rub shoulders with the big-timers, start anyhow anyway. Example is going into franchise of known brand names....

Making A Dormitory as Home Business
A home business can start with an idle space yearning for occupancy. You can turn it into a dormitory for transient occupants like what Illac Diaz did with Corte Real in Intramuros. Now it’s the country’s first dormitory for seafarers....

Haircut Anyone?
Women don’t hold the status of the vainest creature for even men can be so prissy about how they look. For men though, hair-cutting is probably the only reason he wants to look good. That is why the barber shop continues to be a profitable home business....

Get Into The Catering Business
Food catering is a profitable business but it involves hard work. You have to carefully plan your menus, get enough manpower, and make sure you’re flexible with the needs of the clients. The financial returns of catering are indeed significant....

Fortune With Cookies
Any good cook can create food masterpieces but not everyone can become an entrepreneur just because you can cook. But if you have an enterprising spirit, the kitchen can become your factory to come up with a money-making venture like baking....

Food Is Money
Food is money and this was proved by an enterprising Filipina who ventured into a home business: food catering. Anybody can start small in this kind of business as long as you have enough capital and good contacts for your first clients....

Earn Money From Paints
Is it employment or entrepreneurship for you? You decide which path to take because this will define your future. For some people going into business is the way to stable success. It also helps that there is legislation to help small entrepreneurs....

Designing Woman
A hobby can become a great idea for a business. This happened with Ms. Julie, owner of Julie’s gifts. From materials she sourced locally in thrift destinations, she’s able to come up with original designs for giveaways and decorative items....

Lake Buhi - A Small Town’s Pride
Lake Buhi is the home of the smallest commercial fish in the world. Lake Buhi in Camarines Sur, Philippines welcomes visitors with fresh air and friendly people. Marine life-rich -- that is Lake Buhi!...

Your Personal Guide to Traveling the Philippines
Choosing the best travel destination in the Philippines can be daunting. In order to find that perfect place, you have to consider your needs and match them with your travel destination....

The Miraculous Our Lady of Manaoag Church
Miracle is what the Our Lady of Manaoag Church has been apparently known for. Pleads of all kinds have been placed in the church. But a lot more has to be discovered in the place other than that. Uncover a whole new meaning in visiting the church....

The Caves of Bohol, Philippines
If you're into cave exploring then the 1,400 caves of Bohol, Philippines is a haven for you. Each cave is not only home to curious subterranean animals, at least a couple of these caves left their mark in Philippine history....

Laoag’s Best Ten
There are ten good reasons why a Laoag trip is a must--ten fascinating tourists spots await the eager traveler raring for sun-embraced white beaches and visits to the historic past. And the warmth of Ilocanos is simply irresistible....

How to Better Enjoy a Travel Destination
Philippine travel destinations are surefire attractions that wet the appetite for pleasure and delight. Yet careful preparations must be in place to make everything a total experience. After all, we can still miss fun even while savoring a tourist destination....

Hilltop Re-Creation Center in Laguna
A quick getaway to the hills is Rizal Re-Creation Center in Rizal, Laguna. It is complete with fun and sports facilities, conference rooms, comfy lodging, a stuffed canteen, pools, and fishing area. It is where body and soul are not only refreshed but "re-created" fit enough to tackle gargantuan tasks. You want to be re-done good as new? Get it at Rizal Re-Creation Center....

Durian Country
Davao is known for a variety of natural wonders like pristine, surfing beaches, wide open farms and orchards, and delectable sea foods. But on top of these, Davao is sought for its durian plantations where the grandeur of spreading trees and spirited fruit aroma mix along leisurely paths. Calinan is a must destination for wandering sweet souls....

Caraga: Mindanao’s Eco-Tourism Pride
Mindanao has lots of scenic places to brag about but Caraga is phenomenal. It craddles the natural wonders of the South found nowhere else in the country and even the local governments and private sectors have awakened to its potential as a Promise Land for natural sanctuary seekers....

Cagsawa Ruins - A Legacy to the Bicolanos
Cagsawa ruins belfry stands alone, strong and untouched by the wrath of nature. A symbol of the Bikolanos strength and a real ORGULYO KAN BIKOL....

Bacolod City: The City of Smiles
Have you ever experience how it is to be welcomed warmly with open arms by complete strangers? Do you want to witness the joyful spirits of peole who meet everyone with their big, wide smile. Then let's visit Bacolod City , The City of Smiles....

A Visit to UST, Manila
A very educational trip will be a tour of the University of Santo Tomas or UST in Manila. A tourist in Manila aching for a good scoop of fine preserved history would strut headlong to this campus and its historical building....

The Versatile Philippine Tricycle
Tricycles have been tainted as traffic nuisances for ages, but their other face is completely ignored. They have been a kind of Philippine transportation "Rambo" that promises to deliver, do or die....

The Philippine “Jeepney”
Philippine transport is spiced up on the road by a unique public vehicle traceable to the US army jeep in World War II. Nowhere else in the world do jeepneys ply the roads and highways so proudly except in the Philippines....

Philippine Transportation: The Bike Advantage
Heavy traffic may be resolved with a Philippine transportation alternative: the bike. It can be a practical transportation mode going to and from the office. With enough tips on safety measures and how to exploit possibilities with bikes, they can be a perfect transportation option in the country....

Philippine Transportation: Roaming with a Scooter
With the growing challenges of heavy traffic mounting in the Philippine transportation scene, scooters are a timely blessing. There are many ways a scooter easily surmounts transportation problems that makes it one of the perfect choices for Philippine transportation....

Negros Navigation: Philippines Shipping Pioneer
Negros Navigation has been serving the Philippines for decades. They pioneer many programs to develop the domestic shipping industry in the Philippines. Negros Navigation's vision is to provide excellent service to passengers and cargo shippers....

A Metro Leisurely Ride
The Philippine calesa has been an unsung hero of Philippine transportation. It has been serving generations of locals and tourists not just in modern transportation but in being transported back to the glorious past....

Jeepneys: Only in the Philippines
Filipinos have assembled a unique vehicle that can only be found and run in the Philippine soil. Jeepneys have shown the ingenuity and showmanship of Filipinos. But the reason why the existence of the vehicle is very alive until this time is the loving and caring nature of the people....

Some Scooter Disadvantages
In its growing popularity as a Philippine transportation mode, it is timely to review the drawbacks of scooters to weed out some of its disadvantages. Then scooters can be exploited to their full potential as a practical Philippine transportation option....

The Taal Lake Yacht Club, A Great Weekend Trip
For weekend and day trips, the Taal Lake Yacht Club is truly a great choice. Environment friendly water sports and the Nature Trek are great specialties. This is one weekend trip you'll want to come back for....

Health and History in Quezon Memorial
Quezon Memorial Circle is just around the corner for most Quezon City and Manila dwellers, and a weekend trip can prove so prolific. Sports, picnic, reflections, dining, shopping, or a simple chat. It's gentle community and nature all in a circular park....

Cut-Jewels in the North Cemetery
Cemeteries are parks carefully landscaped to bring out a sentimental atmosphere for reflection and recollection. But colorful lives resting there create a spirit of quiet celebration when the soul exhilarates for past heroisms. A short trip will refresh mind and soul....

Capitalizing on a Weekend Trip
A weekend trip can always go smoothly with enough simple planning and lots of good attitude and positive thinking. Then any weekend trip, no matter the tavel hassles, will always turn out to be fun and relaxing....

Bulacan: A Town of Caves
Biak-na-Bato is a hill of caves where tourists can safely explore for geological and historical articles. Dare walk where heroes trod; and this in one of many natural tourist sites nearest Manila....

Bring Your Family Together to Enchanted Kingdom
Your family's weekend trip will really be memorable when you visit Enchanted Kingdom. The various theme parks are designed for everybody to learn and explore. The theme parks and rides of Enchanted Kingdom are designed so your family can have quality time together....