http://www.philippinesvacation.org Learn about and travel the Philippines. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:49:18 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Philippine archipelago is blessed with beautiful sceneries, miles and miles of white sand beaches, a year round tropical weather, historical sights and structures to admire, underwater creatures and caves to explore, natural resources to treasure and wildlife to protect. ]]> http://www.philippinesvacation.org/manila/eight-philippines-sights-to-see/ The Philippines is a great place to visit, because of the tropical climate it offers year round. With over 7000 islands, there’s so much to choose from. Surrounded by the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the China Sea it is the perfect destination for water activities. The mountains are rich in vegetations, rare birds and animals, exotic plants and rugged terrains. ]]> http://www.philippinesvacation.org/puerto-princesa/three-beautiful-places-in-the-philippines/ http://www.philippinesvacation.org/philippines-travel-tips/14-items-to-pack-for-your-philippines-vacation/ The Philippines is a popular destination for foreigners seeking adventure, history, cultural and recreational activities and white sand beaches. Even the locals are going out of their comfort zones to explore cities they’ve never been before. ]]> http://www.philippinesvacation.org/cebu/adventuring-in-the-philippines/ http://www.philippinesvacation.org/philippine-cuisine/great-filipino-food/ http://www.philippinesvacation.org/tourist-tips/tagalog-phrases-for-philippines-vacationers/ With more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines have so much to offer that yet to be discovered. Care to explore? If you’re like most soon-to-be visitors, you’re familiar with Manila. But is this all there is to see? There are three places that stand out in my head that you may not be thinking about. ]]> http://www.philippinesvacation.org/cebu/three-great-philippines-vacation-spots/ http://www.philippinesvacation.org/philippine-cuisine/philippine-cuisine/ In the southern region of the Philippines is the island of Cebu—the oldest city in the country. This is the island where Ferdinand Magellan landed in 1521, hence the discovery of the Philippines. Cebu has so much to offer, like the Olango Wildlife Sanctuary. ]]> http://www.philippinesvacation.org/cebu/olango-wildlife-sanctuary/ http://www.philippinesvacation.org/philippines-travel-tips/philippines-visiting/