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Wildlife & Nature
These eco-adventures are the best way to experience the Philippines
Apr 1, 2022 • 5 Min read
Beaches
Philippines set to ease restrictions on fully vaccinated international tourists
Jan 28, 2022 • 3 Min read
Philippines has been largely cut off to tourists since the start of the pandemic but that's set to change in February.
Festivals & Events
When to go to the Philippines
Apr 15, 2021 • 7 Min read
With over 7000 islands spread over 300,000sq km, there’s never a bad time to grab a towel and head to the Philippines.
Wildlife & Nature
The 12 best beaches in the Philippines
Feb 12, 2021 • 4 Min read
For serious beach bums, the Philippines is paradise. Here are some of the best stretches of sand the country has to offer.
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This is Asia’s leading beach and dive destination
Nov 5, 2020 • 2 Min read
The Philippines has won three awards in the Asia category in the 27th World Travel Awards for 2020.
Public Transport
Philippines tackles its waste problem by building roads from recycled plastic
Jan 30, 2020 • 2 Min read
The Philippines is one of the biggest plastic polluters in the world but it's hoping to address its waste problem by testing new roads built from scraps…
Hiking
Female solo travel: the best places to visit in Asia
Sep 10, 2019 • 7 Min read
In all of Sofia Levin's travels, she often feels safest in Asia. Here are six destinations in Asia that Sofia recommends for solo female travellers, as well as…
Beaches
The Philippines for beginners: 7 first-timer fails to avoid on your trip
Aug 2, 2019 • 5 Min read
The Philippines is a relatively easy travel destination by Southeast Asian standards. English is widely spoken, and the country has an endearing don't…
Wildlife & Nature
Where to have an epic adventure in two weeks or less
Jul 18, 2019 • 5 Min read
The best adventures are experiences travelers hold dear for a lifetime and recount with reverence. They are trips you never forget and that become the…
Beaches
How to swim with millions of sardines in Moalboal, Philippines
Jul 12, 2019 • 5 Min read
Ever fancied donning your fins and swimming with millions of fish? I discovered a teeming tropical reef only metres from the beach in Moalboal, the…
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