1. Filipinos are song birds. We not only love to grab a mic and sing, but we also produce high-quality Guitars in Mactan, Cebu (the guitar lovers’ tropical paradise).
2. ExploreTubbataha Reef in Palawan – one of world’s best diving sites. It covers 130,028 hectares and has approximately 360 coral species, 600 fish species 11 shark species and 13 dolphin and whale species. That’s plenty of exploring.
3. One of the first things we learn in school is that Filipinos are hospitable. We do our best to make due on that promise. It’s an obvious reason why tourists can’t get enough of the Philippines.
4. You’ve seen this delicacy in reality shows. It’s usually followed by the disgusted face of a contestant forced to eat it. The exotic Balut - a boiled duck egg with a developing duckling inside. Best paired with salt and spicy vinegar.
5. Intricate, colorful and rich in culture is how Mindanao’s Woven Products – wall decors, mats, baskets and trays – are described. They are made from fabric, romblon leaves, bamboo, nito and rattan.
6. “High tide or low tide?” that’s the correct response when asked how many islands the Philippines has. In the Hundred Islands that are scattered in Lingayen Gulf of Pangasinan, there are a total number of 124 islands during low tide and decreases to 123 during high tide
7. Don’t miss the Mother of All Philippines Festivals! The Sinulog Festival in Cebu happens every 3rd Sunday of January. People from all over the world visit Cebu to witness the awe-inspiring dance presentation of praise during the day. At night, people go all out for the SInulog Street Parties.
8. You’ve probably seen photos of the Banaue Rice Terraces in Mountain Province, Luzon. It’s the only man-made wonder that is sculpted from earth. It’s a proof of hardwork, perseverance and determination of the Ifugaos.
9. Who in world doesn’t know Boracay Island? The summer haven for all beach lovers!
10.Try the Tagaytay Picnic Grove. It’s perfect for family outings that will allow you to enjoy picnicking, horseback riding, zip lining, eco-trail board walking and cable car riding.
