Philippine Destinations

Most people living in the Philippines are well aware of the more popular Philippine tourist attractions. However, those new to life here or those who are thinking of taking their first Asian holiday may wish to know a little more about the most popular Philippine Destinations, the tourist spots most visited by both Filipinos and overseas tourists. So, in our Philippine tourist destination articles we have identified the Philippine islands, provinces, and areas most popular with overseas tourists and local vacationers - our Philippine tourist destinations most traveled.

Each article includes details on specific; island, provincial or area attractions, things to do and things to see at each destination, their locations, and a variety of information on local history, road conditions in the area, local delicacies, festivals, specialties and recommended pasalubong - the tasty special treats and popular souvenirs from each destination. As finding out about travel to some Philippine destinations can be troublesome, each article also includes travel details, both travel to the main destination, and traveling around when there.

Most Popular Philippine Destinations for Filipinos and Overseas Tourist

• Philippine Driving Tips - It’s not the heart-in-mouth experience many worry about - as long as you learn the local driving conditions.

• The Bicol Region - Much more to offer tourists than just excellent food!

• Cavite - Find out why Cavite is a popular destination and how to get around its many tourist spots

• Calamian Islands (Coron Islands) - A must visit for divers and adventurous holiday makers.

• Boracay - The Philippine's most popular tropical island paradise, white sands and romance.

• Palawan - The Philippine's last ecological frontier and tropical paradise of vacationer’s dreams.

• Albay - A perfect volcano, wild hills and a thriving nightlife.

• Subic & Barrio Barretto - Fun in the sun, club Med with teeth for the adventurous.

• Mountain Province - Cool mountain air steeped in folk law and spirituality

• La Union - Beaches, good selection of resorts, plenty of nightlife, and rarely too crowded.

• Laguna - Loads of watersport activities, good roads, and the ever famous Pagsanjan Falls.

• Ifugao - Rice terraces worthy of their world heritage status, easy to get to and explore.

• Benguet - Lovely to get away from hot and sticky lowlands, roads reasonable and views great.

• Marinduque - Great get away from it all island, good beaches, and quiet but enjoyable nightlife.

• Metro Cebu - Great food, plenty of activities, good roads, though a little expensive on Mactan.

• Bohol - Great holiday Island, plenty to do and see, good nightlife and hotels/resorts.

• Batangas - Good diving, great theme parks, loads to do - and local buko pie delicious.

• Corregidor Island - Great for history buffs, fun boat rides and plenty for families to do.

If you are looking for something a little different in your Asian holiday, take a look through our Philippine Destinations Less Traveled articles. These cover the Philippine tourist spots many tourists (and many Filipinos) don't normally think of visiting.