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6 Hidden Gem Islands in the Philippines Worth the Trip
Skip the crowds with six hidden gem islands: Calaguas, Gigantes, Camotes, Apo, Siquijor and Sohoton. How to get there, what it costs, and when…
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Island Hopping
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El Nido vs Coron: How to Choose Which to Visit First
Choose between El Nido and Coron with a practical comparison of transport, island-hopping experiences, diving, itemized costs and a one-way itinerary for visiting both.
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How to Get From Cebu to Bohol by Ferry (Plus a 2-Day Itinerary)
Compare Tagbilaran and Tubigon, check ferry schedules and fare references, and plan the onward journey to the Chocolate Hills, Corella, Loboc and Panglao.
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Cebu South Bus Terminal Guide: Moalboal, Oslob, Siquijor
Two Ceres buses at Cebu South Bus Terminal both say Bato. One is the west-coast ride to Moalboal. The other is the east-coast ride…
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How to Plan a Siargao Trip: Surfing, Lagoons and Where to Stay
Siargao is a teardrop-shaped island off northeastern Mindanao, famous for the Cloud 9 surf break in General Luna. It also has lagoons, rock pools,…
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Typhoon Season in the Philippines: Safety & Planning
Typhoon season in the Philippines brings strong winds, heavy rain and cancelled trips, but good planning keeps most travelers safe. Storms can form in…
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2GO New Routes 2026: Davao, Zamboanga, Iloilo, Batangas
The 2GO new routes for 2026 add four direct portlinks: Davao to Zamboanga, General Santos to Zamboanga, Zamboanga to Iloilo, and Cebu to Batangas.…
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Best Time to Visit the Philippines: Month-by-Month Guide
The best time to visit the Philippines for most travelers is the drier stretch from December to May, but the right month depends on…
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First-Time Philippines Travel Guide: Know Before You Land
This Philippines travel guide is for first-time visitors who want to land prepared. It covers entry steps, money, phones, transport, local laws and etiquette…
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2-Week Philippines Trip Budget: 3 Itineraries With Daily Costs
Hypothetical peso budgets for three 14-day Philippines routes: Palawan, Cebu-Bohol-Siquijor and North Luzon. Includes backpacker, mid-range and comfort tiers, solo vs couple totals, a…