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Browse our hundreds of travel and tourism articles about fantastic destinations in the Philippines. Know more about our culture and marvel at the richness and beauty of our country.

Top Ten Destinations to Visit in Dumaguete City

by Rjay Reyes on August 20, 2014
Dumaguete is dubbed “The City of Gentle People” and also referred as a university town because of the presence of four universities and a number of other colleges. It is situated in the province of Negros Oriental and a popular educational destination for students of surrounding provinces and cities in Visayas and Mindanao.
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10 Most Beautiful Beaches in the Philippines

by Jhaypee Guia on August 16, 2018
The Philippines is one of the best tourist destinations in South East Asia when it comes to tropical beaches. A huge volume of people from different countries visit the country because it is such an amazing place to spen
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Philippines is one of the Top 10 Best Travel Destinations for 2015

by Adrea Hernan on October 24, 2014
The largest travel guide book publisher in the world, Lonely Planet, has released their Best in Travel 2015, revealing the top ten countries that are worth seeing. The list includes, the Philippines as the top 8 travel destination to visit.
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Ten Comfort Foods That Are Perfect for Rainy Season

by Rjay Reyes on December 5, 2014
It’s rainy season again and people will certainly crave for foods that will make them warm. Comfort foods are the answer to these cravings. It can make our body cope with the cold environment especially to those who are easily sickened when rainy days are coming. Aside from sweaters and jackets, here are the ten comfort foods that can ease the coldness that you feel:
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TOP 10 Water Sports in the Philippines

by Jane Dacumos on May 26, 2012

If you want a different adventure or a thrilling experience, the Philippines has its all splashing sports that will peak your interest. Water sports offer a good exercise and excitement that will make you appreciate and love the nature that is full with wonderful islands and a great variety of sea creatures.

Sailing, white water rafting, surfing and skim boarding are some of the popular water sports anywhere in the Philippines coastline. Are you exited to ride the waves and explore the multitude of Philippines lakes, rivers and waterfalls? Here is my perspective of top 10 water sports to engage in when in the Philippines.

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Top 10 Historical Places in the Philippines

by Jane Dacumos on July 25, 2013
The Philippines is a world-famous tourist destination. Aside from its beautiful places and scenic tourist spots, it is also rich in history and culture. Filipinos built different landmarks and places to remember the outstanding sacrifices of national heroes and to beautifully exhibit the country’s heritage. These popular works of architecture can capture not only the eyes but also the hearts of the viewers.
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I Love Farm Tourism!

by Jane Dacumos on August 23, 2013
Most of us would pay little attention to the small flowers that we pass by along the way. Most of us would not notice the towering trees and the vast green fields. But if you go to the farms I'll mention below, you will rediscover the beauty and bounty of our nature here in the Philippines. Get in touch with nature as we tour around the loveliest farms in the country.
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5 Scariest places in Metro Manila perfect for ghost hunting

by Red de Vera on October 31, 2014
It’s Halloween season again, the perfect time for horror flicks to be shown in cinemas all over the metro. It is also the ideal season to share scary experiences and stories with your colleagues. So here’s the list of five places in Metro Manila that are purportedly haunted
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Top 10 Pinoy Christmas Carols

by Jane Dacumos on December 15, 2012
The celebration of Christmas in the Philippines wouldn't be as merry and as spirited without Christmas carols. As early as the month of October, Christmas carols are being played over the radios and DVD players, and being sung by carolers on the streets. Filipinos love singing them especially during caroling, wherein adult and children alike go house-to-house to sing their most favorite Christmas songs.
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Top 10 Pulutan ng Pinoy

by Jane Dacumos on December 26, 2013
Filipinos love to celebrate different occasions in their lives, and these may lead to night-long merrymaking involving liquor. For many, it is one way of spending time with the people close to them with lowered inhibitions in a relaxed atmosphere. As such, Filipinos have long learned to cook, prepare and adapt different dishes that are best paired with beer and any other liquor. In our country, it is popularly known as “pulutan,” from the Filipino word “pulutin.” Pulutan literally means ”something that is picked up.” Originally, it was a snack accompanied with liquor or beer but has found its way into Philippine cuisine as appetizers or, in some cases, main dishes, as in the case of sisig.
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