Philippines

The Philippines is defined by its emerald rice fields, teeming megacities, graffiti-splashed jeepneys, smoldering volcanoes, bug-eyed tarsiers, fuzzy water buffalo and smiling, happy-go-lucky people.

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14 Days in The Philippines: Land, Sea, and Culture
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14 Days in The Philippines: Land, Sea, and Culture

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14 Days in The Philippines: Land, Sea, and Culture

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  1. 1 Hiking amid the lush, UNESCO-recognized rice terraces of Banaue and Ifugao
  2. 2 Relaxing in Pampanga's Puning Hot Spring on a thrilling — wellness-focused — 4x4 tour
  3. 3 Hopping from island to island in Bacuit Bay on a private Palawan boat tour
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Best Time to Visit

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From island bliss to beach adventures to snorkeling and wreck diving, you'll have plenty to choose from in the Philippines.

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