Touring
Philippines
BY M I C H A E L S C I VO L I
From Cebu to Bohol, we break down our top
destinations and resorts around the archipelagic nation.
the
e islands of the Philippines have inspired many a captivating daydream—images of
small, gentle waves breaking on white sand and an infinite blue sky unveiling a promising
horizon quickly flood the mind's eye. at visual photograph, more specifically Palawan—a
province which has garnered praise of epic proportions—is synonymous with bucket lists
everywhere. So when mapping out our own course, we decided to key in on four specific
regions: Bohol, Cebu, Manila and Boracay.
ere are literally thousands of islands, 7,641 to be exact, so having a fixed route (and
return flight) is the most ideal way to ensure your travel plans don't go into a tailspin.
Likewise, overplanning can also have a negative effect—late ferries and unexpected
weather changes can prove a worthy nemesis for a tightly ordered itinerary. e idea is to
be prepared, but remember to go with the flow. Just as the Philippines is a nation fueled by
established adventure, it's also one of happenstance—filled with surprise journeys which
are oen the ones that have the greatest lasting impact.
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