Philippines Tours

Cash, debit and credit cards are the best ways for any payments in the Philippines. Depending on where you at, you should follow several common payment types there. Credit cards could be popular in major cities and some famous tourist destinations while cash is more preferred for small purchases or expenses in the remote areas. You can use credit cards to pay several basic services such as hotels and flights but keep in mind that you might be added on a surcharge on your transaction.

Tap water is not recommended to drink in the Philippines, even you might see somewhere in the main cities people will do it. Generally, you’d better use boiled or bottled water for drinking just to be safe. For tap water, it can be used commonly for daily personal hygiene without any issues.

The national currency of the Philippines is called Peso and it is commonly preferred for all payments in this country. Paper money is denominated in the 20s, 50s, 100s, 200s, 500s, and 1,000s while the coins are denominated in 1s, 5s, and 10s. US Dollar is also an acceptable form of payment in the Philippines which can be popular at several big agents, hotels or restaurants. However, it is advisable to have some of the local money in your wallet anytime here, especially when you’re in less developed areas.

There are two main network providers in the Philippines: Smart and Globe and their prepaid SIM cards are always on sale everywhere that could meet your needs. You can even buy one in counters at the airport, the price here could be more expensive than vendors in the city but not too pricey. Both networks are OK for the coverage as well as the connection’s stability.

You can safely enjoy the feast of the local food in a variety of eateries available here. Filipino cuisine features the diverse blend of Indian, Chinese, Malaysian, Indonesian, and even some aspects of Spanish gastronomy as well. The mix of many cultures enriched the inherent flavours of Filipino delicacies that make them more attractive to foodies when in this beautiful country.

Tipping is not a common local etiquette in the Philippines. Many restaurants and hotels will include a service charge in the bill, but you can leave a personal tip of spare change or another little amount to the waiter, local guide, hotel & resort staff, driver, or any service worker that gave you an excellent experience. It is a huge appreciation for them for sure.

There are a lot of sites and attractions that worth your visit at least one time when in the Philippines. While Manila and Cebu are two main cities delivering a lively ambience of modern metropolises, the archipelagic country seems to be more alluring with countless beautiful islands and beaches from North to South: Boracay, El Nido, Coron, and many other hidden gems across the seas. If you’re into the natural sites, don’t miss out on Puerto Princesa Subterranean River or Tarsier Sanctuary and Chocolate Hills in Bohol. An in-depth exploration of the majestic landscapes of Banaue Terraces or active volcanoes in Luzon could be a dream for adventure enthusiasts.

Located in the tropics, the Philippines features two main distinct seasons in a year, the wet season and the dry season. However, the temperature all year round is not too significantly different. With fewer chances of rainfalls, lower humidity as well as clear and pleasant weather, months in the dry season from November to April is when the Philippines become busiest. Besides, October and May are two great shoulder options. Visiting the country in summer months from June to early October is also fine as it’s the low season and everything will be cheaper. But you should carefully concern about unpredictable tropical typhoons that can be suddens making your trip get stuck.

A trip within a month or even longer might fulfil your expectations for an all-encompassing itinerary discovering all the best of the Philippines. If you don’t have enough time, it not easy to experience everything here in just one trip. So you’d better cluster some of the prominent destinations on each of the island groups to save the travel time across these places. Generally, you can spend from 08 to 19 days for each visit to the Philippines depending on your travel time budget.

The Philippines is divided into three islands groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Each part has its distinctive charms that can offer you great travel experiences with a diversity of activities. Due to the country’s geographical features, the only way to travel across these areas is by airlines. For first-timers seeking the best route to make the most of time for catching a glimpse of Philippines, some of the most famous destinations here should be packed in the bucket list including the capital city Manila, the vibrant city Cebu, and a handful of attractive sites in Palawan & Bohol as well.