Beautiful places in the Philippines

November 12, 2009 by LostinManila  
Filed under Hotels

There are different places that can be considered as Paradise Philippines. Places that is suitable for the best vacation spots for the tourist, either for foreigners or for locals. Vacations spots like Baguio, Boracay, Siargao, Palawan, Subic Bay, Anilao, Puerto Galera, and other places to be seen.

White-sand Beaches like Boracay, Siargao, Samal, and Palawan are very famous to the tourists who are taking a vacation in the Philippines. They are the best paradises found in the Philippines because these tourist spots are very relaxing.

Boracay is one of the best vacation spots in the Philippines because it is a very famous tourist attraction. Because of the famous white sand beaches, many foreigners go to this island because of the view and tranquillity of the place. Boracay is located in the north western tip of Panay Island, and in western Visayas. There are three barangays that build up the island, Balabag, Yapak and Manocmanoc. Like Baguio city, Boracay became independent in April, 1956 and after being undiscovered, it became a tourist attraction from 1970 onwards. Two beaches are known in Boracay, the White Beach and Bulabog Beach. White beach is named because of the color of the sand. Living in Paradise Philippines
Island where resorts, hotels, and buildings are included in the places to be seen in this beach. Bulabog Island, on the other hand, is a place where people do windsurfing and kiteboarding.

Another known as Paradise Philippines is Siargao Island, located in the east of Surigao Del Norte and southeast tip of Mindanao. It is also famous for its white sand beaches and one of the best places for surfing. Palawan’s beaches are also beautiful because of their white sand beaches and awesome exotic flora and fauna that can be rarely found. Saint Paul’s National park is another famous place that can be found in Palawan because of its caves lying in the underground river. El Nido is a famous resort that can be found in Palawan because of the limestone cliffs.

Anilao maybe is the nearest famous beach near Manila. Being famous for its accommodations and diving facilities, many tourists are very interested to this place because it is famous for diving purposes. Anilao is just three hours journey from Manila. You can just take the bus or drive by a private car. Although, Anilao’s beaches are not recommended for swimming, but they are also considered as the best vacation spots in the Paradise Philippines.

Subic Bay is another tourist spot in the Philippines because of its white beaches. Subic is a former naval base for the United States forces. Being famous for its attractive bay, beaches in the Grande Island, the Aeta tribal village.

Puerto Galera or Galleon port is also a famous place for tourists because of its beautiful scene, shallow coral reefs, and sandy beaches. It is one of the many paradises here in the Philippines. It has many beautiful vacation spot for the tourists, even in summer. You can ride through the port of Batangas by riding a ferry service to Mindoro.

Non-beach wonders like Baguio is also the best place for vacation. Because of its cold temperature, many of the tourists go to this place. The famous Burnham Park, Session road and other tourist attraction in this place are found in Baguio.

Top Five Best Destinations in the Philippines

September 26, 2009 by LostinManila  
Filed under Tourist Attractions

Have you ever considered going to the Philippines? Have you thought of the places that you’ll include in your itinerary? Here are some helpful tips to consider to assist you and help you have the best experience of the country. The following places are excellently beautiful places that have been constant tourist spots. All of them have a different feel but all of them also unite in one common factor. All of them have people who represents the country’s main quality which is hospitality. These places present warm and hospitable people who complement the scenery and the overall experience.

1) Boracay

If there’s once place in the Philippines that has become an international attraction, Boaracay has got to be it. The white sand, the beautiful scenery, and the people, all of them comprises the overall effect of Boracay. This is one place where one can see different people from different countries. The diversity of people in Boracay is the effect of the greatness of the place. The fun in Boracay stays all day and all night. During evenings, there are parties held near the beach itself and people flock different bars and restaurants, making the place a very lively area at night.

2) Baguio

The coolest place to have a great time in the Philippines, Baguio is the summer capital of the country. It’s cool climate and low temperature makes it one of the most visited places in the Philippines Baguio also presents a different scenery. It is the best place for those who love mountain sceneries. The trip going up to Baguio is quite an adventure as well, making a first-timer more excited until reaching the place.

3) Palawan

Palawan is one of the most beautiful places in the whole country. It’s natural wonders, cleanliness, and stunning overall presence have captured international television as well. In one of the seasons of the Amazing Race, Palawan was chosen to be one of the places that the participants had to go to. Palawan’s beauty is fitting enough and it showed during the show. Palawan’s stunning natural wonders, like the underground rivers and the incredible beaches, compose all of the attracting qualities that a tourist will surely enjoy.

4) Vigan

A World heritage place, Vigan is only one of the few accredited places in the Philippines that have been considered as a place of heritage. The preserved look of the place that still showcases the old look of the Spanish-colonial Philippines. Along with the kalesa ride which complements the whole area, Vigan is one of the best-preserved places in the Philippines. Vigan is proudly considered in the country as one of the best examples of history. Vigan tells the story of the old look of the country. It has become a very hot tourist spot today and even locals appreciate the place as much as foreigners do.

5) Mayon Volcano in Bicol

This is one of the places in the Philippines that express the rich beauty of the natural wonders of the country. Mayon Volcano was considered and was famous for its perfect cone. This place is one of the most common places that can be seen in postcards even way way back. The beauty of Mayon Volcano surmounts other volcano’s around the country and maybe even others that are located in Southeast Asia.

Three Fun Places in the Philippines and Packing Tips

April 16, 2009 by LostinManila  
Filed under Tourist Attractions




The Philippines is a wondrous, magical place. With over 7,000 islands, you could spend a lifetime there and never begin to see it all. With that in mind, here are three places to visit when you embark on your Philippines adventure.

Metropolitan Manila

The Philippines capital, Manila, is a center of all things in the country. Many call it a city by the bay. Sure, it’s humid and congested, but you can find whatever you seek here. It’s a shopper’s paradise.

And if you want to get close to a loved one, spend some time soaking up the sunset at Manila Bay.

Corregidor Island

It’s a tadpole-shaped island where heavy fighting took place during WWII. If you love history, take some time to visit this jewel of a place. It’s where Gen. MacArthur said, “I shall return.”

You can still see the remains of the war-battle barracks and canyons used to fight.

Rizal Park

If you find yourself in Metro Manila, take a journey to it’s heart. There you’ll find beautiful Rizal Park, which is 148 acres. It’s named after Dr. Jose Rizal, who was a national hero in the Philippines.

Everyone, from families to lovers, enjoy the park. I’d recommend taking a ride on the calesa, which a horse-drawn carrage made of wood. This park has playgrounds, fountains, concert area and gardens. It’s worth checking out.

No matter where you go in the Philippines, beauty and fun are at your fingertips. These three places are just a small sampling of what makes the Philippines such a great place to visit.

Packing Tips

If you’ve traveled at all, you know that packing for a trip can be time consumer and perhaps a worrisome ordeal. If you’re traveling a far distance, to some exotic land, the pressure really cranks up.

But, fear not. Today, I’ll give you a list of items you should think about packing for your next excursion to the Philippines. The last thing anyone wants is to being a vacation on a bad note. One pre-visit tip is to check the climate for the area(s) you’ll be visiting. The Philippines is a tropical paradise, but the climate changes from region to region.

Here’s a quick list of some good items to bring on your Philippines vacation:

1. Lightweight cotton shirts (to be comfortable).

2. Tank tops (again, comfort is key).

3. Shorts & jeans (mixture for climate and activity changes).

4. Camera with extra memory cards (capture everything).

5. Power adapter

6. Insect repellant (especially if you require a specific type/brand).

7. Sunglasses

8. Tagalog phrase book or cheat sheet.

I’d also recommend brining an extra suitcase, so you have plenty of room for souvenirs. You’ll definitely want to bring stuff home with you. In the Philippines, they call gift items “pasalubongs.”

While most Filipinos speak English (less in the more remote parts), knowing just a handful of key phrases in Tagalog (their language) will help you blend in more (they’ll appreciate it) and you’ll be able to navigate better. There’s no need to learn the whole language, but bring at least a sheet with 15-20 phrases/words on it.