Travel to the Philippines or Thailand? Which to choose?
Philippines or Thailand? Which to choose? Which is better? It’s not unusual for us to get these questions every week, or others that compare the archipelago we’re passionate about with other corners of Southeast Asia. As the saying goes, “comparisons are odious,” and...
Curiosities and fun facts about The Philippines
Besides studying the Philippines Guide, creating an itinerary with the places you want to see, booking accommodation, flights, travel insurance, or making a list of the must‑do things you want to try, one of the most fun and entertaining parts of preparing an...
Surfing in the Philippines: Best Surf Spots and When to Go
Surfing in the Philippines? You’ve come to the right place. With the Pacific Ocean to the east and the South China Sea to the west, the archipelago offers an almost endless variety of waves. From internationally renowned reef breaks to mellow beach breaks for...
Island hopping in the Philippines: Definitive Guide
Island hopping and the Philippines? It’s impossible to think of a trip to the Philippines without these boat routes visiting different islands. These excursions are the hallmark of a country made up of more than 7,000 islands, with no shortage of white-sand beaches,...
Food in the Philippines: what to eat
Beaches, waterfalls, volcanoes… But food is an important part of any trip to the Philippines, which is why many travelers ask us: what can you eat in the Philippines? What is Filipino cuisine like? What are the typical drinks? To answer all these questions, here we...
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.
