Compared to many tourist destinations, the Philippines is very budget-friendly. You can enjoy world-class beaches, island tours, and cultural experiences without breaking the bank, making it perfect for both backpackers and luxury travelers!
With a coastline of almost 2000km (1243 miles) lined with rocky coves and sugar-white beaches, Palawan – the largest island of a many-island province of the same name – easily lends itself to superlatives.
Palawan
Best for adventurous beach lovers! With striking limestone cliffs, mesmerizing lagoons and endless beaches in between azure waters, El Nido, on the north of Palawan Island, is a popular tourist hub. (Indeed, its 45 islands and islets on the northern ...
El Nido, Palawan
Best for slow travel and cycling! Rock-hewn landscapes and winding roads hug the coast, while lookout points at every bend provide views of grazing lands and endless blue waters. In terms of size, Batanes may be the country’s smallest province. Yet t...
9 Batanes Tourist Spots to Include in Your Bucket List - Traveloka
Best for beach bumming Boracay is a top draw for sunseekers! Its famous beaches beckon to those who prefer to plop down in one spot and laze the days away with a cocktail in hand and modern comforts a few steps behind. When (if?) you’re ready to leav...
THE 10 BEST Boracay Beaches (Updated 2025) - Tripadvisor
The hub of the Visayas, Cebu offers a range of adventures beyond beaches. After you’ve taken in the vibrant vibe of the Philippines’ second city, you can plunge into impossibly turquoise waters while canyoneering in Kawasan Falls, snorkel among spect...
THE 10 BEST Tourist Spots in Cebu Island 2025 (with Photos)
If food is your main reason for traveling, Iloilo, on Panay, should be on your list. Recently named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Iloilo dishes out lip-smacking local delicacies that will have you throwing diet plans out the window. Savor the...
THE 10 BEST Tourist Spots in Iloilo City 2025 (with Photos)
With its world-renowned Cloud 9 break, boutique hostels, laid-back island vibe and buzzing nightlife, Siargao has become a magnet for surfers and digital nomads from all over – especially the vibrant yet relaxed town of General Luna. Here, beginners ...
26 Incredible Things to Do in Siargao: Complete Travel Guide
With caverns the size of football fields and ethereal waterfalls shrouded deep in jungle territory, the rugged island of Samar is a spelunking paradise. Sohoton Cave, which has a cathedral-like dome, skylight and natural stone bridge, is one of the m...
THE 10 BEST Tourist Spots in Samar Island 2025 (with Photos)