Philippines
The Philippines is pure tropical paradise. Boracay’s white-sand beaches, Palawan’s limestone cliffs and underground rivers, and Siargao’s surf breaks show just how different each island can be. Dive through shipwrecks around Coron, ride between Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, or explore mountain towns like Sagada where cliffside coffins overlook deep valleys. With more than 7,000 islands, the country blends beaches, jungles and lively cities into one endlessly varied trip.
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ARRIVAL Takeover: Surf Retreat in Siargao, Philippines
General Luna 18 Sep 2026, 7 nights
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Philippines Off-Piste: 10-Day Island Hopping & Jungle Adventure
Coron 25 May - 23 Dec 2026, 9 nights
Unmissable Moments
The Break That Made Siargao Famous
Siargao built its reputation on one wave. Cloud 9 is fast, powerful and breaks over a shallow reef in a way that creates a hollow tube of water, the kind of wave that serious surfers travel across the world for. It's what put this small Philippine island on the global surf map and it's what keeps people coming back.
Balete Trees and Local Folklore
Across the Philippines, ancient balete trees are often linked to local folklore. Their twisting roots and towering trunks are said to be home to engkanto, mythical forest spirits. Because of this, many people show respect when passing by, sometimes leaving small offerings or quietly asking permission before continuing on.
Cheat-Sheet:
MAJOR AIRPORT:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) (MNL) & Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)
CURRENCY:
Philippine Peso (₱ / PHP)
HIGH TRAVEL SEASON:
December to May (dry for island hopping and beaches)
LOW TRAVEL SEASON:
June to November (rainy but vibrant festivals, fewer crowds)
TIPPING CULTURE:
Small tips (20-100 PHP) for porters and great service
HOW TO SAY 'THANK YOU':
Salamat, pronounced "sah-lah-maht"
Why we love it
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