Why Visit the Island of Philippines

You may be hearing a lot of negative things about the Philippines. Things like its endless traffic, polluted air, smelly streets, scary robbers and many more. Well, those people telling those do not actually able to explore the Philippines. Because if they do, those negative thoughts of the country will simply vanish and be replenish with good and adventurous memories of the Island.

Here are some facts that will make you go and visit the Philippines.

1. WARM HEARTED PEOPLE - Yes, the Philippines may have “a not so good looking” airport facility but certainly have a warm welcoming people. It is the only country whose people can manage to speak English just to help tourists who do not know the Filipino Language. Even more amazing, even beggars whom surely did make it to school know how to speak survival English - making the country quite a safe place to explore.

2. FESTIVITIES - The Philippines is rich in cultures and traditions that you will find incredible. In areas like Ilocos, Baguio, Benguet, Masbate, Bulacan and Marinduque, Filipino cultures and traditions are well preserved. Most beautiful feasts are celebrated in here which includes the Flower Festival (PANAGBENGA), Moriones Festival, Pamulinawen Festival and Obando Fertility Rites.

3. BEACHES - Philippines can also brag about its small islands as one of them became part of The New 7 Natural Wonders of the World – The Underground River of Puerto Princesa in 2013. This only proves that the country is very reach in natural resources. The country also has astonishing beaches and fresh water islands that you can enjoy swimming under its very pleasant atmosphere. You must visit the virgin beaches of the following Islands namely Boracay, Paoay Island, Camarines Sur, El Nido, Cagayan De Oro, Pangasinan, Davao and many more!

4. MOUNTAINS – Yes, the Filipinos are also fan of climbing and trekking different mountains. The Philippines still have virgin forestry mountains where you can enjoy hiking and camping over. Some of them are very much historical like Mt. Makiling, Mt. Apo, Mt. Banahaw, Mt. Kanlaon, Mt. Samat, Mt. Pinatubo and many more. These mountains are quite known by both local and foreign mountaineers.

5. FOOD – Filipino dishes is certainly a must try to every visitors. From its famous exotic food called “balot” – boiled duck egg with embryo up to its mouthwatering “adobo” – a meat or vegetable dish sautéed in garlic, onion, vinegar, soy sauce and pepper. They also have fresh sea foods like those you can find in Europe but a lot cheaper.

6. ADVENTURES – The Philippines has a lot of both water and land adventures. The country offers car sand dunes and Wild River rafting that certainly will make your blood rush.

7. EXPENSESES – As compared to other countries, Philippines is the best place to spend your money. Almost everything here is cheap!

With those amazing facts, will you still hesitate to go and travel to the Philippines? Well, I guess you are now intrigued with its beauty. Go now and fall in love with the Land of the Orient!