I could not think of other reasons why not to travel/visit the Philippines. I’m a Filipino and I would always be proud to be a Filipino.

C’mmon and lets travel/visit my beloved country, The Philippines! With this reasons you’ll surely want to visit my country.

THE HOME OF 7101 ISLANDS

Philippines is a gorgeous island paradise with almost endless amounts of beaches, palm trees, and secluded place.

A COUNTRY WHERE EVERYONE IS GORGEOUS

There are so many beautiful people in the Philippines (including me), and they have range from all ages and my country had won several worldwide beauty pageants (it’s a quite long list if I include it).

PHILIPPINE CUISINE

Food is somewhat important when travelling/visiting a place, then would fall in love with my country’s cuisine. There are so many different kinds of food to try, and the flavors vary greatly. There are also many “weird” and exotic foods that you can try, such as the Balut, which is a boiled fertilized duck egg.

Of course, there are also food that you won’t find weird, and there are also international food readily available if you’re picky. But I do recommend to check out the street food and Philippine food in general.

SOME OF THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN THE PHILIPPINES

There are so many places to visit, but here are some of my favorites that you shouldn’t miss out on!

EL NIDO, PALAWAN

Heaven on earth could, in fact, be located in El Nido. If you haven’t seen Palawan Island before, well then you should start planning your next trip here! Below is a drone photo from the Big Lagoon in El Nido.

BORACAY

Without a doubt, the most popular destination for tourists. And it’s incredible with plenty of paradise beaches and crystal clear water! Don’t worry if you think there are too many tourists here, there are still secluded beaches to explore in Boracay.

CHOCOLATE HILLS, BOHOL

Another cool place to go when you visit the Philippines. A strange formation with hills as long as the eye can see. The reason why they are called Chocolate hills is not because of chocolate though, but because of their brownish appearance during the dry season.

PANGLAO AND BANTAYAN ISLAND

If you can’t get enough of lovely places with paradise beaches and perfect snorkeling conditions, well then you should write down Panglao and Bantayanisland on your wishlist for when you’re going to visit the Philippines

KALANGGAMAN ISLAND

Ever wanted to visit a paradise island and have it to yourself? At Kalanggaman Island you’ll be almost alone since there is a restriction on how many people that can go there each day. This is a part of the Ecotourism that the Philippines are well-known for

MANILA

The capital of the Philippines, and a real metropolis filled with life and people. If you want to have a really local experience, then Manila is a great place to go. Is it dangerous? Well, every big city worldwide has some dangerous parts, but in general, I wouldn’t claim Manila as a dangerous city. Just use common sense and you will be fine.

CEBU

From Cebu, it’s easy to get to many beautiful places, but the city itself is also worth a visit. The province of Cebu is one of the most developed ones in the country and here you will find everything you could possibly want and need.

It also serves as a hub of transportation to many islands and famous tourist spots.

QUEZON CITY

Want to go local and experience the Filipino vibes? Then Quezon will be a great destination for you. It’s one of the bigger cities and thus also one of the most lively ones.

It’s also one of the cities that I hope to explore myself later this year.

BANAUE RICE TERRACES

In Banaue, you can find some of the world’s most spectacular rice terraces. It’s located on the island of Luzon. Just look at this, absolutely stunning!

#:MT. PINATUBO

Another good reason to visit The Philippines, this active stratovolcano caldera is located in the northern part of the country, about 2-3 hours from Manila. If you like to hike, then you should definitely write down Mount Pinatubo on your Bucket list.

SIARGAO ISLANDS

If you aren’t convinced yet to visit the Philippines, well, just look at some footage from the Siargao Islands in google. Unbelievable, and the best part? It’s far fewer tourists here than in other Southeast Asian paradise islands.

More reasons to travel/visit the Philippines

THE PHILIPPINE TARSIER

Probably the cutest animal I’ve ever seen with my own eyes. They are endemic animals, which means you won’t find them elsewhere. They are also endangered and needs support. One thing that will surprise you when looking at this photo, they are so small.

In fact, they are so small that they will fit in the normal size of a human palm.

WORLD’S BEST DIVING SITES

If you’re interested to find out what’s under the surface of the ocean, then you should definitely visit the Philippines. The marine life here is incredible, and there are plenty of unexplored reefs and places where you will find an abundance of sea creatures!

COLORFUL FESTIVALS

If you like color and party, then you should visit the Philippines for sure. During the year there are lots of different celebrations to attend and enjoy.

Some Philippine festivals you shouldn’t miss:

• Ati-Atihan Festival

• Dinagyang Festival

• Panagbenga Festival

• Moriones Festival

• Aliwan Fiesta

• MassKara Festival

• Kadayawan Festival

BEAUTIFUL CHURCHES

While most countries in Southeast Asia are Buddhists, the Philippines is, in general, a Christian country. The pope has visited several times as it’s one of the countries worldwide with the biggest population of Christians.

With that said, you will, of course, find lots of beautiful churches. So, if you like beautiful religious buildings, make sure to come visit the Philippines.

SWIM WITH WHALE SHARKS

One of the most famous natural attractions of the Philippines are the whale sharks. Many come here to swim with them, and that will be an amazing experience. However, make sure not to touch the whale sharks, and don’t support places where they feed the whale sharks, as that changes the natural

However, make sure not to touch the whale sharks, and don’t support places where they feed the whale sharks, as that changes the natural behaviors of the whale sharks and make them stay longer than they normally would in the same place.