Travel Guide To The Philippines

The Philippines, a group of beautiful islands located in the South China Sea, is a favourite destination for tourists the world over because of its beautiful beaches, tropical climate, and warm friendly people. Another advantage of this paradise over other countries in Asia is the Filipino’s good command of the English language. Thus, an English speaking foreigner or tourist will not lack someone to show him or her directions or simply engage in a friendly conversation. Travel Philippines on your next vacation to experience a country of warm smiles, genuine friendships, and hospitality.

It’s always a good idea to learn at least some basic information about the place you will be travelling to before you even board the plane. Your own country’s government website should also provide travel advisory for its citizen so you should also check those out. Here are some basic facts about the Philippines:

• Official Name: Republic of the Philippines
• Official Languages: Filipino, English
• Capital: Manila
• Major Religions: Christianity, Islam
• Geographical Divisions: Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao
• Population: 92 Million
• Currency: Philippine Peso
• Time Zone: GMT 8
• Climate: March – May (hot & dry), June – October (rainy), November – February (cool)
• Temperature: 25°C – 32°C
• Humidity: 77%
• Normal Electricity: AC 220V 60Hz
• Form of Government: Presidential
• Current President: Benigno Simeon “Pnoy” C. Aquino III (Succeeded Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on 30th June 2010)
• Current Vice-President: Jejomar “Jojo” C. Binay (Succeeded Noli De Castro on 30th June 2010)

When you travel Philippines, a wide selection of accommodation is available especially within Metro Manila and other key cities of the country. Some of the more recognizable hotels and resorts are:

• Makati Shangri-La Hotel
• Mandarin Oriental, Manila
• Manila Diamond Hotel
• The Manila Hotel
• The Marco Polo Davao
• The Peninsula Manila
• The Philippine Plaza

The Philippines has a wide variety of natural and man-made wonders to see and experience. The Philippine Airlines is the official flag carrier of the Philippines and provides domestic air travel to all major cities in the country. You will be spoilt for choices of places to visit amongst our 7,107 islands. Some of the more famous tourist spots in the Philippines are:

• Boracay Beach
• Intramuros Manila
• Manila Bay
• Mayon Volcano
• Pagsanjan Falls
• Palawan Islands
• San Agustin Church
• Taal Volcano and Lake