The beauty of Philippines
The Philippines, officially known as the Republic of the Philippines, is an archipelago nation consisting of over 7,000 islands. The Philippines contains some of the most lush tropical lands found anywhere in Asia, and is surrounded by warm, crystal clear blue pacific waters.
The people of the Philippines are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. Initial greetings are friendly and informal, and are usually accompanied by a handshake. If people shake hands and wish to show additional respect or enthusiasm, they place the free hand on top of the handshake or use it to pat the other person’s shoulder.
Filipinos have many interest and love watching movies. Many don’t even know that the Philippines is the fourth largest producers of movies in the world.
The Philippine cuisine reflects their diverse culture. Adobo is a stew of chicken or pork in garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar. Meats are often roasted and served on skewers. Kare-kare is a stew of meat and vegetables served in a peanut sauce. A favorite snack is halo-halo, a drink made from sweetened beans, milk, and fruit, served in colorful layers with crushed ice.
And there is never a lack of places to explore and enjoy, more then can ever be covered in a single article, but here are a few.
Donsol located in the province of Sorsogon has something you can’t see anywhere else. Snorkeling with whale sharks. These sharks are the largest sharks in the world. But not to worry, whale sharks are docile creatures, but seeing these magnificent creature up close is breathtaking.
Bacuit Archipelago is a collection of tiny islands is picture postcard territory, with an abundance of dramatic limestone cliffs, crystal-clear lagoons and white sand beaches.
Mountain scenery in Sagada. Visit this laidback mountain village for fresh air, beautiful scenery, cheap lodges and excellent food. There are caves to explore, waterfalls to swim beneath and trails to be hiked; or just relax and enjoy the scenery and slow pace of life.
This is just a tiny fraction of the things to do and see when you visit the Philippines. You can go online to plan your trip and find all the wonderful places you would like to discover.
Getting around is easy, as almost everyone speaks English. And you don’t have to worry about an expensive vacation. The prices in the Philippines are more than reasonable. So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets today, this Island paradise is calling you.