Swimming with whale sharks in the Philippines
Swimming with whale sharks in the Philippines is a dream for many travelers. Many even plan to travel to the Philippines just to see them. Simply imagining yourself alongside the largest fish in the world (did you know they can grow up to 12 meters long?) is probably...
Fee-free ATMs in the Philippines
If you are looking for fee-free ATMs in the Philippines, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve been traveling/living around the archipelago since 2010 and we know the best money‑saving tricks, which we’re going to share with you below. ATMs with no fees in the...
Money in the Philippines Travel Guide: ATMs, Cards & Currency Exchange
Some of the most common questions we get from travelers planning a trip around the Philippines are: How should I manage my money while I’m there? Is it better to bring cash and exchange it? Can I withdraw money from ATMs in the Philippines without fees? Can I buy...
When to travel to the Philippines
We know it: when it comes to traveling to the Philippines, what worries you most is the weather. That’s normal—you don’t want it raining all day and clouding such a beautiful experience. If you ask us when to travel to the Philippines, we have no doubt about the...
December in the Philippines: Weather and Travel Tips
If you’re wondering what it’s like to travel to the Philippines in December, we’re going to tell you everything you need to know so you can make a decision. The festive atmosphere can be felt from the beginning of the month (although, to be honest,...
Hi! We’re Claudia and Jairo, two travelers who fell in love with the Philippines back in 2010. We’ve been traveling full-time for the past 16 years, and we spend much of our time exploring the more than 7,000 islands of the archipelago so we can share first-hand, reliable, and up-to-date information about its paradises with you.
