From Whale Sharks To Rice Terraces In The Philippines

One of the most fragile and precious groups of islands on earth is the Philippines. Not without a tragic history of tsunamis and typhoons, these 7,000 islands create an enticing destination for anyone in search of true discovery.

Manila, the Philippines’ capital, is the beginning of many adventures. From the waterfront promenade and ancient Chinatown to a jeepney ride (unique Philippines transport) and hike to the rice terraces of Batad, you can marvel at the often-dubbed 8th Wonder of the World and one of the best views in the Philippines.

For a taste of island relaxation, you can’t really go wrong with Catanduanes. Bathe on the sands, try your hand at surfing, sleep in paradise beach bungalows and get to know the locals – you’ll quickly find they’re the friendliest people in the world.

The Philippines isn’t all a snail’s pace; you can crank things up a notch with a visit to Camsur Watersports Complex. Music to any activity enthusiast’s ears, CMC is regarded as one of the best wakeboarding parks in the world. Anyone going in search of the perfect break should head to the island of Siargao. Boasting a world-class surf scene, breaks such as Cloud 9 and QuickSilver are too good to miss.

However, should you happen to be in the Philippines in March, you’d be mad to pass up the chance to swim with whale sharks off the coast of Donsol. The largest fish in the ocean, these gentle giants are nothing like Jaws, mainly feeding on plankton and perfectly safe to swim alongside. Swimming with whale sharks is a seasonal activity, as they only populate these waters in search of food.

Finally, if you happen to find yourself yearning for modern life with an Asian twist, you’ll be pleased to know about Cebu. A bustling city, there’s a good portion of street food, shopping and nightclubs to entertain any night owls.

To experience all of these destinations, just book Traveling on Cloud 9 with Free & Easy Traveler. 20 days of a non-strict, unregimented schedule, so you can soak up the ambiance of each and every destination. Beginning in Manila and finishing in Cebu with some of the most beautiful places in-between, there are many things to do in the Philippines that you can tick off on this incredible adventure.

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