{"id":15102,"date":"2021-06-01T04:15:04","date_gmt":"2021-06-01T04:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/?page_id=15102"},"modified":"2024-07-27T15:50:49","modified_gmt":"2024-07-27T15:50:49","slug":"philippines-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/travel-guides\/philippines-travel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Philippines Travel Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07d2760c\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-align-center has-contrast-3-color has-text-color\">PHILIPPINES TRAVEL GUIDE CONTENTS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"jump\" href=\"#at-a-glance\">At a Glance<\/a> | <a class=\"jump\" href=\"#trip\">Trip Planning<\/a> | <a class=\"jump\" href=\"#do\">Things to Do<\/a> | <a class=\"jump\" href=\"#eat\">What to Eat<\/a> | <a class=\"jump\" href=\"#stay\">Places to Stay<\/a> | <a class=\"jump\" href=\"#latest\">Latest<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\" id=\"at-a-glance\">At a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a guide to the Philippines? This Philippines Travel Guide will walk you through the best things to see and do in the country. Home to over 7000 islands, the Philippines is one of those destinations that is largely underrated compared to other destinations in Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, for the travelers that do go, you will be rewarded with endless white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, gleaming emerald-colored volcanoes and lakes, and impressive rice fields and mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proudly hailing from this beautiful country, this Philippines Travel Guide is full of personal recommendations, tips, and essential information to help you explore and make the most out of your trip to the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Philippines Quick Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Currency:&nbsp;<\/strong>Philippine Peso<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Electricity Socket:<\/strong> standard 220v electricity with mostly type A and B plugs (Standard American plugs).&nbsp;To avoid the hassle of having to buy new adaptors for everywhere you go, we recommend picking up a <a class=\"easyazon-link\" data-cart=\"n\" data-cloak=\"n\" data-identifier=\"B01DJ140LQ\" data-locale=\"US\" data-localize=\"y\" data-popups=\"n\" data-tag=\"a0055d50-20\" href=\"?tag=a0055d50-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Universal Travel Adaptor<\/strong><\/a> before you leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Visa:<\/strong> Nationals from 151 countries may enter the Philippines without a visa and stay for a maximum of thirty (30) days, provided they are holders of a passport valid at least six (6) months beyond the period of stay in the Philippines, and present a return or outward bound ticket to their country of origin or to your next country of destination (They are quite strict with showing an outbound ticket so plan accordingly). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brazilian and Israeli nationals are given fifty-nine (59) days stay based on existing agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some nationalities can only stay for 7-14 days so it is best to check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfa.gov.ph\/list-of-countries-for-21-day-visa\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener\"><strong>government website<\/strong><\/a> beforehand. If you plan on staying for longer than 30 days, you can apply for a visa waiver first, granting an additional stay of twenty-nine (29) in the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safety:<\/strong> Most parts of the Philippines, especially the main tourist destinations are pretty.  safe to travel. Naturally, things like petty theft happens so just be on the lookout and make sure you&#8217;re sensible with your belongings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are still unsure, there are plenty of Facebook groups like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/BackpackingSouthEastAsiaGroup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Backpacking Southeast Asia<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/PhilippinesBackpackerTraveler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Philippines Backpacker Travel<\/strong><\/a> where you can post to ask about any safety concerns that you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For travel insurance, we recommend that you check out&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safetywing.com\/?referenceID=24735413\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Safety Wing<\/strong><\/a> for extensive travel plan coverage and affordable monthly plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Language:<\/strong> Despite being home to multiple dialects, Tagalog is considered as the National language. However, one of the most beautiful things about the Philippines is that almost everyone speaks English which makes it easier to communicate with the locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Festivals and Celebrations:<\/strong> Undoubtedly, wherever you are in the Philippines, there is a big party, festival, or fiestas (local celebration) going on. It is very common for people to invite complete strangers to join in on the fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few big ones though are Ati-Atihan in Kalibo which is near Boracay (January), Sinulog in Cebu (January), and Masskara in Bacolod (October). These festivals generally comprise of big street parades with locals showing off their indigenous native costumes. Expect to have lots of street dancing, and local rum drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Transportation:<\/strong>&nbsp;The transport from one place to the next is can be a mission due to it being an archipelago. If you have limited time, flying from one island to the next is essential. We recommend using the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/?z=273852\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>12Go website<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to view bus, boat, and train schedules ahead of time. <a href=\"https:\/\/bookaway2.go2cloud.org\/aff_c?offer_id=2&amp;aff_id=1017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Bookaway<\/strong><\/a> also allows you to book buses from Manila to Banaue, Sagada, Batangas and more.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-fiesta-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\" id=\"trip\">Philippines Trip Planning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can visit the Philippines all year round, it is generally better to avoid the wet or rainy season. Although with the exception of big typhoons, during the wet season, days are more likely to be hot with short rain showers in the afternoon so it isn\u2019t entirely too bad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a nutshell, the weather in the Philippines can be broken down into two parts. The dry season (January-May) and wet season (June-December).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to see how the Philippines compares to other Southeast Asian countries? Check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/travel-tips\/thailand-vs-philippines\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Thailand vs Philippines<\/a><\/strong> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Rough Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it is still considered cheap, compared to other Southeast Asian countries, the Philippines is still slightly more expensive with accommodation usually being the biggest expense. A comfortable budget would be around $35-40 a day, depending on your travel style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because most of the places around the Philippines is spread out (it is an archipelago, after all) most people end up spending a lot on transportation as well. If you have more time and you don\u2019t mind traveling slow, you can definitely stretch your budget a bit more. Here\u2019s an estimate of rough costs on traveling the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5ea98cee gb-container-56880169\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-09cb4fb7\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b08957b1\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b08957b1\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-71f53104\"><img width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-71f53104\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2-1.png\" alt=\"thailand accommodation budget\" title=\"accommodation budget icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2-1.png 250w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2-1-125x125.png 125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a88f04c1 gb-headline-text\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Budget: $7-10 (dorm), $15-25(private)<br>Mid-Range: $30-50<br>Splurge: $60++<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-74f81c9b\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-74f81c9b\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a855a987\"><img width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a855a987\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/1.png\" alt=\"food budget icon\" title=\"food budget icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/1.png 250w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/1-125x125.png 125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f67a2d0e gb-headline-text\">Food (Typical Meal For One)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Street food: $1-2<br>Restaurant: $6-8<br>Very nice restaurant: $12+<br>Beer: $0.40<br>Beer in a bar: $2<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-2f268a88\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2f268a88\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-7b5a8f8e\"><img width=\"250\" height=\"250\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-7b5a8f8e\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/3.png\" alt=\"transport budget icon\" title=\"transport budget icon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/3.png 250w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/3-125x125.png 125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d20b82cf gb-headline-text\">Transport<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Jeepneys (local bus) $0.39<br>Tricycles: $1-2 depending on distance<br>Overnight buses: $15-20<br>Flights (local): $50-100<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3>What to Pack for Traveling the Philippines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">As the Philippines is a warm tropical country, make sure you pack accordingly. If you decide to head up North to the rice terraces, the weather can get cooler so bringing a light <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/gear\/best-travel-jackets\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>waterproof jacket<\/strong><\/a> is highly advisable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">If you plan to spend most of your time island hopping, make sure you bring ample sunblock or rash guards as protection. Unless you plan on taking on some steep trails, a good pair of training shoes should be enough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">For a full list of what to bring, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/philippines-packing-list\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Philippines Packing List<\/b>\u00a0<\/a>which has all our top recommendations on what to bring. Our guide to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/gear\/southeast-asia-packing-list\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">packing for elsewhere in Southeast Asia<\/a><\/strong> can also help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Whatever you do, we recommend taking a sturdy backpack with you. We love our <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1120579&amp;u=1157672&amp;m=76443&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Nomatic Travel bag<\/strong><\/a> (best bag ever!) which we use as our day bag and our trusty <a class=\"easyazon-link\" data-cart=\"n\" data-cloak=\"n\" data-identifier=\"B014EBM3KA\" data-locale=\"US\" data-localize=\"y\" data-popups=\"n\" data-tag=\"a0055d50-20\" href=\"?tag=a0055d50-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Osprey backpack<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-6fbf86b7\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-548b5b3b gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/philippines-packing-list\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Click to View Philippines Packing List<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces.jpg\" alt=\"Philippines rice fields\" class=\"wp-image-26668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-terraces-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\" id=\"do\">Best Things to Do in the Philippines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3>Go Hiking Through Rice Terraces and Mountains<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While many people head to the Philippines purely to enjoy the many picture-perfect beaches, the Philippines also has some pretty beautiful mountains to climb. One of the best things to do in the Philippines is to head<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>North to the mountain provinces to hike Banaue, Batad, and Sagada. Here, you can find a complex irrigation system built in the impressive rice terraces, which was engineered by the local tribesmen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from the rice terraces, there are also loads of other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/top-philippine-mountains\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Philippine mountains<\/strong><\/a> to climb like Mt. Pulag, Mount Apo, and Pico de Loro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Party it Up in Boracay Island<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Loosely dubbed as the Ibiza of Asia, if you enjoy partying, head on over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/top-things-to-do-in-boracay-with-my-boracay-guide\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Boracay Island<\/strong><\/a> where you can bask in a long stretch of white sand during the day and party it up until sunrise by the many beach bars scattered along the shore. Apart from partying, there are also heaps of adventurous things to do in Boracay that are worth checking out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Go Scuba Diving in Sunken Shipwrecks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For avid underwater explorers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/philippines-diving-best-dive-sites\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>scuba diving in the Philippines<\/strong><\/a> is something that you shouldn\u2019t miss. While there are loads of fantastic dive sites in the Philippines, the sunken WWII shipwrecks in Coron, Palawan are considered musts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other famous dive destinations are Apo Reef, Pescado Island and Malapascua in Cebu which is famous for the thresher sharks. If you want to venture out further to places like Tubbataha Reef, you can also consider doing a Philippines liveaboard diving trip to help you reach untouched sites. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liveaboard.com\/diving\/philippines?cid=7042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>liveaboard diving in the Philippines<\/strong><\/a> can take you to some of the best diving in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Explore Remote Islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While I could easily ramble on about all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-philippines-beaches\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>best beaches in the Philippines<\/strong><\/a>, I\u2019m afraid I would never end. From the beaches of the lesser known <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/gigantes-islands-island-hopping-travel-guide\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gigantes Island<\/strong><\/a> to the shores of world-famous Palawan (whose beaches was dubbed as one of the best in the world), there is no shortage of islands to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to go surfing and enjoy world-class waves, go to Siargao Island. If you want to explore beautiful beaches and marine life, head to Palawan. For a good mix of culture, diving, and beaches, head to Cebu, Bohol, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/top-things-to-do-in-coron-palawan\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Coron<\/strong><\/a>, and Dumaguete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Go Scuba Diving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Philippines is known for its spectacular marine life. Why not explore the country top and bottom by going on a diving trip? There are various dive schools all over the country as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/philippines-diving-best-dive-sites\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>diving in the Philippines <\/strong><\/a>is some of the best in Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want more details, take a look at our Philippines liveaboard diving guide where we compare the best boats to help you find the most bang for your buck when it comes to diving in this beautiful country.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-b572ae5a\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-ecee1940 gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-philippines-liveaboard-the-ultimate-diving-experience\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Click to View Best Philippines Liveaboards<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving.jpg\" alt=\"indo-fish-diving\" class=\"wp-image-21739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/indo-fish-diving-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\" id=\"eat\">What to Eat in the Philippines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally speaking, when it comes to Filipino food, a lot of travelers don\u2019t know where to begin. Admittedly, the food in the Philippines isn\u2019t as good as other countries in Southeast Asia like Thailand and Malaysia who have countless of street food stalls everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, the best Filipino food is when it is home cooked, best eaten with friends and family. Here are a few dishes that I recommend you try out during your time in the Philippines. As a word of warning, if you\u2019re vegetarian, you might have a difficult time traveling around the Philippines as meat is a staple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adobo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A meat dish made with either chicken or pork that is stewed with oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic. You can find this in almost every Filipino restaurant and canteen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Lechon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The ever so famous lechon (whole roasted pig) grabs the bag for one of the must-try meals in the Philippines. Often found during someone\u2019s birthday, a local fiesta (party), or on special occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Kinilaw<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Filipino version of ceviche is light, delicious and is served with many different variations to it. Essentially, it is raw pieces of fish or shrimp marinated in vinegar, lime, onions, and chili.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Boodle Fight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ever get the chance to do a boodle fight, take it as it is one of the most memorable food experiences in the Philippines. A boodle fight is where you have heaps of grilled fish, grilled pork, vegetables and rice laid out on banana leaves as you \u201cfight\u201d your way through the meal, eating with your bare hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/what-to-eat-when-traveling-around-the-philippines\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>what to eat in the Philippines<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;or check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/top-5-strangest-filipino-street-food\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>strangest Filipino street food<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fancy Filipino food and want to learn more about it, we recommend taking a cooking class, giving you a taste of all the best dishes and delicacies that the Philippines has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img width=\"1440\" height=\"964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig-400x268.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig-960x643.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/philippines-food-sisig-360x240.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\" id=\"trip\">Tours Around the Philippines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer traveling with a group tour, we highly recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/8077808\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.gadventures.com\/destinations\/asia\/philippines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>G Adventures<\/strong><\/a>. They are a super reputable company and have been running tours around the Philippines and the rest of Southeast Asia for ages. We particularly love this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/8077808\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.gadventures.com\/trips\/island-hopping-the-philippines\/APYP\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Island Hopping Tour<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;as it covers all the highlights and more.&nbsp;The reason why we love G Adventures is because they have loads of different tours that cater to different age groups. They have wellness tours, tours for 18-30 year olds, and even tours that take you all over Southeast Asia, allowing you to explore a little bit of everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If traveling by yourself isn&#8217;t your jam, check out the variety of tours that G Adventures has and the details and dates of each trip. 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While the hostel culture is just starting to catch on, there are plenty of guesthouses, homestays, and hotels to stay in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Listed below are our personal recommendations on the best places to stay in the Philippines. From cheap and fun hostels to luxurious hotels, check out a few of our top picks on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-stay-in-the-philippines\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>best hotels in the Philippines<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-manila\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Manila<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-palawan\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Palawan<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-cebu\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Cebu<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-boracay\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Boracay<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-bohol\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Bohol<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventureinyou.com\/philippines\/best-places-to-stay-in-siargao\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Where to Stay in Siargao <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"liner\">Books to Read about the Philippines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from our travel guide, here are a few other recommended reading material for your trip to Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <a class=\"easyazon-link\" data-cart=\"n\" data-cloak=\"n\" data-identifier=\"1566956153\" data-locale=\"US\" data-localize=\"y\" data-popups=\"n\" data-tag=\"a0055d50-20\" href=\"?tag=a0055d50-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Philippines National Geographic Adventure Map<\/strong><\/a>. If you like maps, this one by National Geographic is worth getting as it has tons of information to help you plan your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"easyazon-link\" data-cart=\"n\" data-cloak=\"n\" data-identifier=\"1573227749\" data-locale=\"US\" data-localize=\"y\" data-popups=\"n\" data-tag=\"a0055d50-20\" href=\"?tag=a0055d50-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>The Tesseract<\/strong><\/a>. This fictional book by Alex Garland is set in the Philippines and gives you a quick glimpse of the poverty that is rampantly seen in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <a class=\"easyazon-link\" data-cart=\"n\" data-cloak=\"n\" data-identifier=\"0143039695\" data-locale=\"US\" data-localize=\"y\" data-popups=\"n\" data-tag=\"a0055d50-20\" href=\"?tag=a0055d50-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><strong>Noli Me Tangere<\/strong><\/a>. 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