SOME TOURIST SPOTS IN THE PHILIPPINES

EL NIDO, PALAWAN

The view at the Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

Named as the most beautiful island beaches in the world by Condé Nast
Traveller magazine in 2015, El Nido is one of the must-visit and must-return
places in the Philippines in 2016. When in El Nido, experience different island
hopping tours to white sand beaches, enchanting lagoons, and crystal clear
waters, where you can swim, snorkel, do kayaking, or just relax and embrace
the hidden beauty of Mother Nature.
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BORACAY ISLAND, AKLAN

Boracay Island. Image by Hani Han via ixabay

Boracay is probably the most popular beach island in the Philippines. It’s
every Filipino’s dream to visit this island located in the province of Aklan.
With its soft white sand, bright blue waters, beautiful sunset view, and
unforgettable night life experiences, Boracay has been included in the top
20 best islands in the world by Condé Nast Traveller magazine.
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BATANES ISLANDS, BATANES

Batanes Highlands. Photo by Lailani Salaguinto-Jabonete

Batanes is one of the most wanted tourist destinations in the Philippines. A

trip to the province will give you the most unique sceneries of the country,
which include unspoiled islands that will satisfy nature lovers, livestock freely
roaming above endless green hills, massive cliffs overlooking oceans under
the blue skies, rocky shores and white sand beaches, and the rich cultural
heritage of the Ivatans.
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CAMIGUIN ISLAND, CAMIGUIN

Camiguin Island in the Philippines. Photo by Allan Donque via Flickr.

Camiguin province holds the record of having the most number of volcanoes
per square kilometer than any other island on the planet. But beyond
volcanoes, the province also boasts natural attractions, including an
uninhabited white sandbar, hot and cold springs, and waterfalls. Moreover,
you can also witness the Lanzones festival in October, visit centuries-old
churches, old ancestral homes and the infamous sunken cemetery.
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MALAPASCUA ISLAND, CEBU

Sunset on Bounty Beach, Malapascua Island. Photo by Htkava via Wiki

Commons.

Along with Palawan and Boracay, the island of Cebu is also considered one of
the top 20 best islands in the world by Condé Nast Traveller magazine. A
month isn’t enough to explore the whole of Cebu, which is known for its white
beaches, luxury resorts, and rich history. Malapascua Island is one of the most
popular destinations in Cebu. The small island which can be walked around in
two hours is home to lovely beaches and relaxing breeze of air. Tourists visit
the island for a once-in-a-life time diving experience with the thresher sharks.
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KALANGGAMAN ISLAND, LEYTE

The beautiful sandbar of Kalanggaman Island in Palompon, Leyte.

The island of Kalanggaman in Palompon has one of the most beautiful

sandbars in the Philippines, and probably in the world. No wonder why
international cruise ships made a stopover on this dream island to bring
hundreds of tourists from the different parts of the world. Swimming in clear
and translucent seawaters that glow at night, walking along a white long
sandbar, and gazing at a billion stars at clear night sky are only some of the
reasons why you should visit and return on this tiny island in 2016.
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SIARGAO ISLAND, SURIGAO DEL NORTE

The big waves at Cloud 9, Siargao Island, Philippines. Image by Paolo Marco
Mañalac via Flickr

Siargao is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines and home to the
world-renowned surfing wave called “Cloud 9”. So if you love surfing, this
island must be in your bucket list in 2016. However, Siargao is not only a
perfect place for surfers but for any type of tourists. Unknown to many, the
island is also hiding pristine white sand beaches, enchanting lagoons, natural
pools, waterfalls, amazing caves, incredible rock formations, and more.
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LANGUN GOBINGOB CAVES, SAMAR

Langun Gobingob caves in Calbiga, Samar. Photo by Joni Abesamis Bonifacio

With hundreds of caves explored and mapped, the island of Samar is starting
to be recognized as the caving capital of the Philippines. Langun-Gobingob
Caves, the largest caving system in the country is also found in Samar,
particularly in the town of Calbiga. The cave system has a huge chamber that
can easily fit three football fields. So if you want a new spice of adventure,
caving in Samar has to be included in your bucket list of top things to do in
2016.
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BANAUE RICE TERRACES, IFUGAO

Banaue Rice Terraces. Image by Cabajar via Wikimedia Commons

A national cultural treasure and considered by Filipinos as the “Eighth

Wonder of the World”, the Rice Terraces of Banaue is a perfect place for
sightseeing, getting closer with nature, getting to know the tribes of Ifugao,
and even consulting with a Mumbaki (a traditional Ifugao witch doctor) to
perform spiritual healing rituals. The Rice Terraces were built 2,000 years ago
by our ancestors using stone and mud walls to construct pond fields for rice
cultivation in the mountains of Ifugao.
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VIGAN, ILOCOS SUR

The Spanish period houses in Calle Crisologo, VIgan, Ilocos Sur. Photo
by Adrian Enriquez via Pixabay.

There are many Spanish colonial period houses and mansions that are
scattered in the Philippines. But if you like to see an entire district that is
exceptionally intact from its Spanish period architecture and scenery, Vigan is
the place to be. The historic town of Vigan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk along Crisologo Street to experience an ambience dating back to the
16th century.