Best places in the Philippines

Cuatro Islas Cuatro Islas, a Spanish term that translates to “Four Islands,” is a group of picturesque islands in Western Leyte. Three of the landmasses, namely Apid, Digyo, and Mahaba, are under the care and protection of the municipality of Inopacan. Meanwhile, the fourth one, Himokilan, is u

Alegre Guitars Cebu is the base for plenty of the Philippines’ most acclaimed crafts and furniture icons, including Kenneth Cobonpue, Budji Layug, and the Alegre family, one of the province’s numerous guitar makers.  Still family-owned and on its third generation of proprietorship, the Alegre Guitar Factory is perhaps the most visitor-friendly

St Peter & Paul Parish   Sts. Peter and Paul Parish is a Baroque-style church situated in Poblacion, Calasiao, in the province of Pangasinan. It sits between Dagupan City and San Carlos City. It is

Tangke Saltwater Lagoon Photo by CTPH Tours Tucked within the steep cliffs of Isla de Gigantes Sur in Iloilo is Tangke Saltwater Lagoon. Hailed as Iloilo’s hidden paradise, Tangke Lagoon’s refreshing shallow waters and scenic rock formations makes this isolated spot one of the rising tourist attractions in the province. Tangke means “tank” in

Inaladelan Island Inaladelan Island Resort in Palawan is an excellent destination for those seeking peace and privacy on their beach camping trips. This 12-hectare private island and camping paradise is situated off the coast of Port Barton in Palawan and makes for an idyllic getaway. Inaladelan, also known as German Island by the locals, is a

Beehive Driftwood Cafe Beehive Driftwood Café in Camiguin, originally a bee farm, has become a popular tourist spot offering a sweet and cozy atmosphere for visitors seeking a delightful treat during their stay. The café is mainly made out of driftwood collected along the shore, hence its name. S

Callao Cave Eco-tourism Zone Photo by Cagayan Tourism The northern gem is situated in the municipality of Peñablanca in the province of Cagayan and is part of the Peñablanca Protected Landscape and Seascape, which comprises of around 300 caves. The cave is made up about nine chambers and features

Monfort Bat Sanctuary   Monfort Bat Sanctuary is located on Samal Island, about 1 kilometer east of Davao City, Philippines. According to Guinness World Records, it is the world's biggest single colony of its type. Since recorded history, the Monfort Bat Sanctuary has been home to a large colo

Situated in Panglao Island is a narrow strip of white sand beach that is can be considered as one of the best diving destinations in the world, the Alona Beach. It earned its fame for snorkeling and d

Sumilon Island Sumilon Island is one of Oslob's best treasures. It is a stunning but tiny island with crystal-clear waters. It is just a short boat ride from the Oslob mainland in Cebu. The island is the Philippines' first underwater protected area, having been a marine sanctuary since 19

Buwakan ni Alejandra Photo by Buwakan ni Alejandra Buwakan ni Alejandra is a 700-square-meter garden conveniently situated on the Cebu Transcentral Highway, about an hour from the heart of Cebu City. It is home to a variety of flower plants and features approximately 200 kinds of flora and fauna.

Apo Island  Apo Island is a small island 30 km from the Philippines' southeast tip of Negros Island. Because of the island's rich marine biodiversity, it is best known for its dive sites and snorkeling spots.  The island has one of the world's best-known community-based underwater sanctuaries. It is home to over 650 known fish specie

Photo from Iloilo International Airport Iloilo International Airport (ILO) is the main airport serving Iloilo City and the entire province, as well as the surrounding provinces in the Western Visayas region in the Philippines. Located in Cabatuan town, about 30 minutes from Iloilo City proper, it i

Malapascua Island Located off the northern coast of Cebu Island, Malapascua Island is a small tropical paradise famed for its white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and world-renowned dive sites.  Though modest in size, Malapascua Island has gained global recognition as one of the only places