Not visited
Philippines
Island-hopping, world-class diving, and unmatched hospitality.
The Philippines is an archipelago built for island-hopping — Palawan's lagoons, Cebu's whale sharks, and Siargao's surf breaks are each worth a trip on their own.
Capital
Manila
Currency
Philippine peso
Timezone
PST (UTC+8)
Daily budget
~$55/day
Language
English
Best seasons
Dry season (Dec–May)
Safety
Generally safe in tourist areas; check regional advisories before remote-island travel.
Getting around
Inter-island travel is by domestic flight or ferry; Manila traffic is heavy, plan buffer time.
Internet & SIM
Prepaid SIMs cheap and widely available; GCash e-wallet increasingly common.