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Markets and Street Scenes Manila
14 Reviews The two main markets in Manila are the Baclaran market near the end of EDSA and Divisoria market on the other side of the city near Quiapo. Divisoria has already been posted here , and I agree it is...
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Tagaytay and Taal Manila
9 Reviews Taal Lake lies in the crater of an extinct volcano on Luzon Island, about 56 km (about 35 miles) south of Manila. The lake is the 3rd largest lake in the Philippines covering an area of 240 sq km (94...
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Corregidor Manila
5 Reviews If you have a day where you want to explore something different, ride a ferry to to Corregidor! This is just a short 2-3 hour ferry ride that leaves daily at 0730 from the wharf which is close to the...
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In the Visayas Manila
2 Reviews Sumilon Island off Dumaguete in Negros Oriental used to be a marine sanctuary managed by Silliman University. When we took this trip in 1994, it was no longer a marine sanctuary but a resort being...
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Not so much as off the beaten path but more just on the edge of it is Tagaytay. An hour or so drive south of Manila in Cavite province Tagaytay has long been a summer retreat to escape the heat of Manila.Standing 600 metres above sea level the climate is certainly agreeable. There are great views, particularly on a clear day of Taal Lake and volcano. There are a number of treks you can join and those wishing to make more than a day trip have a choice of acommodations
We visited Romblon Island and it takes 2 dayt to get there going by boat. we had to catch one boat to Tablas island then go to San Augustine to catch the boat to Romblon the next day.It is worth the effort going there. Marble is in vast supply there so the street lamps are all made of marble and people have marble chips in front of their houses and in their houses.Peaceful and not many touts with a great expat community. The Romblon Deli is the place to meet the expats and find out what is happening on the island.
if you're ever in any of the various malls in the philippines, head straight for the food court and look for sisig! its basically the face of a pig chopped up with onions and sili topped with fresh egg, and served usually on a sizzling plate. its a must try for every tourist as this was once a staple of the Filipino drinkers, now enjoyed by all. Rice is optional, but highly recommended. There are only a few places whose sisig has "passed" my taste test: Padi's Point (a local bar wide many branches), Wok this Way (located along Katipunan in QC and in front of Ateneo De Manila University, you'll probably see me there on Thursdays with my friends...hahaha) and Sweet Temptations (located at Davao). My favorite food court sisig can be found at Sta Lucia Grand Mall, near the corner of the food court. unfortunately, i forgot the name of the stall, but they have a gay waiter who advertises their...
I take a picture of this flower there in Double Happeness Pampanga while riding bus going back to Olongapo. Drop by at this place for about 10 minutes there, i look around and took some pictures. Found this cute flower in pink and yellow there's a white in there but seems not good already. Maybe will take a picture again there for the white gumamila.
Perhaps the most beautiful, accessible piece of rainforest in the country is to be found in this park on the narrow neck of land connecting Central Luzon to the southern Bicol peninsula. The park has a trail leading to a limestone outcrop from where both coasts of the peninsula can be seen, and you might spot monkeys and rare birds in the forest.
Going to Montalban East Wood was a great road trip for me. Found this flowers in their Village. We attend at someone's party held in East Wood high the place is full of flowers which on top of the moutain and you can watch bellow where the village are and other part of the area. But the thing is that they have cool and great flowers around, after eating lunch i look around and take pictures.. Driving taxi from Paranaque to Marikin and Marikina to Montalban. thats really far..hahaha but its all worth. looking forward to visit there again.
It was way getting here and my sister says that they have this cute battles of wine every room. I was excited to see it if it was real. Well, i dont really drink and i like different style of battles so when we get there i directly find their mini bar at the room where we stayed. I felt gigle of this XO's battle. They are like 2 and a half inch tall with cute printed names. I bring one of it *xo's battle*. I dont drink it okay?!hahaha. I put this cute wines on the table and put the flower orchid in the middle then took a picture..hahaha
My friend who is a teacher in Hong Kong decided to donate some books to a poor school in the Philippines. We came with her to say hi to the locals kids who were delighted to see us and be in our pictures. How many times do we stop to think that we should give a country we visit more than the money we spend there on beers? This school we'll now have not only some books to read but probably also a very different image of Westerners.
When i was in Manila, i decided i needed a haircut. As i live in London, i found £5 quite cheao for a style cut! I found the perfect place to do it; David's Salon in Makati! Ask for Edward Bo! And say hi from the blond girl! =)
These beautiful islands off the north coast of Luzon remain completely unspoilt by tourism.That is unlikely to change too, as they are hard to get to - there are no flights and even boat services are scarce and irregular - especially in the typhoon season!
Makati Shangri-La Manila Manila
17 Reviews and 410 Opinions This is my Makati Shangrila Tips with the Newer Pictures. The Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a...
Dave's Straw Hat Inn Boracay Island
10 Reviews and 452 Opinions Let me start this by saying Dave's is amazing, really. The staff was friendly, Always had a smile on...
Rock Inn Sagada
4 Reviews and 24 Opinions When we went to Sagada, we tried looking for accomodation in the town proper but had really a hard...
Reviews and photos of Philippines attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Philippines sightseeing.
Q: Hi There I'm going backpacking with 3 other friends for 5 days in the Philippines and was wondering if anyone has any...
A: Some suggestion of mine: Shooting the rapid at pagsanjan falls then spend the night at tagaytay. 2nd day, taal trek, a bit of city tour and then a 45 drive to Lago de...
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