Manila – the capital of the Philippines, sets the beat for the rest of the country. A bustling crossroads of east and west, at the middle of the intersection is Intramuros, which features the Manila Cathedral, Fort Santiago and San Agustin Church. Greater Manila consists of 11 cities and 5 towns, is the upmarket area with the most desirable business and residential addresses. Hip hotels, restaurants, clubs and boutiques are mostly found in Ayala and Ortigas.
Cebu – has long been the epitome of a tropical island paradise. Near perfect climate, pristine beaches and luxury resorts and spas offering all sorts of hedonistic activities and services. Cebu mangoes are legendary –sweet and juicy. When Ferdinand Magellan claimed the Phils for Spain in 1521, its possible he had a retirement spent lying on the beach eating mangoes in mind.
Bohol – is home to the deliciously named Chocolate Hills, as well as the Tarsier, the world’s smallest monkey. Other exotic wild and plant life can be found in the province’s forests. Bohol’s verdant rolling hills, crystal clear springs and beaches, and historical homes and churches attracts travellers year round.
Boracay – a mecca for sun worshippers, Boracay is decorated with powder white sand beaches, small villages, flowering plants and tropical jungles. Below sea level, an underwater wonderland awaits snorkelers and divers.
Baguio – the City of Pines. The misty mountains of Baguio, and the city’s cooler temperatures, are what distinguish it from other destinations in the Philippines. Baguio has long been a cool weather highlands haven for those traveling in summer. The people of Baguio are welcoming of tourists , and proud to share their culture with visitors. Adding a few nights in Baguio to a Manila plus beach trip, round out your itinerary and gives a sense of rounding out your experience in the Phils.
Palawan – the Philippines’ last frontier and most sparsely populated region, consisting of over 1700 islands. The best diving destination in the archipelago. Also a natural history lovers heaven, wildlife, marine life and flora thrive in Palawan which resembles a Garden of Eden.
