Philippines Top Destinations
The Philippines Off the Beaten Track
A look at the Philippines' lesser-known tourist attractions, ready to reward the intrepid traveler. Explore Siquijor, Camiguin, Zamboanga, and Barangay Pundaquit in Zambales, discover their attractions, and consider your transportation options.
Travel Guide to Intramuros, Manila, Philippines
An introduction to Intramuros for travelers: the historic walled city that served as the kernel for Manila as we know it today. All about Intramuros' history, Spanish-Chinese architecture, museums, restaurants and other attractions
Philippines' Top Churches
A list of the Philippines' oldest and most prominent churches - landmarks of the Filipino people's fervent Catholic faith and culture
Travel Guide to Corregidor Island, Philippines
Just an hour's boat ride away from the Philippines' capital Manila, the former war zone and present war memorial known as Corregidor Island stands as a mute witness to hard-fought battles between Japanese and American forces during World War II. Find out about transportation, accommodation, and activities around Corregidor Island, once and for...
Walking Tour of Intramuros
From the gates of the walls to the churches standing within, take on this walking tour of the oldest part of Old Manila: Intramuros, the walled city.
Guide to San Agustin Church, Intramuros, Philippines
A short history and present-day guide to the San Agustin Church in Intramuros, Philippines - from the trompe l'oeil ceilings to the museum of ecclesiastical art
Exploring Corregidor Island's World War II Ruins & Memorials
Manila American Cemetery, Philippines
All about the American Cemetery in Manila, Philippines - one of the largest overseas American Cemeteries, with the graves of over 17,000 servicemen who died in World War II.
Nature & Adventure Travel Activities in Davao City, Philippines
When in Davao City, Philippines, travelers can easily reach adventure travel and ecotourism destinations like whitewater rafting and cave exploring, among others.
Sagada – Remote, Rustic Backpacker’s Getaway
Discover the backpacker's secret in the Mountain Province of the Philippines - a gateway to caves, rice terraces, and ancient cultures. What to see, where to stay, and getting in and around Sagada.
Monfort Bat Sanctuary, Samal Island, Philippines
All about the bat sanctuary on Samal Island, home to 1.8 million fruit bats - a sight (and smell) you have to be there to believe. Natural habitat near Davao City, Philippines.
A Garrison Island, A Lost World
Corregidor Island was the site of the U.S. Army's last stand in the Pacific during World War II. Today, its preserved gun batteries, series of memorials, extensive cave network, and magnificent ruins attest to a lost world obliterated by war.
Dapitan City and Dakak - Shrine City, Secluded Beach Fun
Discover the Shrine City of the Philippines, and the nearby Dakak Beach Resort. An account of a laid-back trip to the Philippine South, with descriptions of resort accommodations and amenities.
City on the Edge of Forever - A Manila Travelogue from Hana Hou
An ironic and rather touching look at Manila, the Philippines' capital city, from a New Yorker's point of view. An interesting psychological profile of the city and its residents, with some good travel tips thrown in.