The Philippines, this name is a dream for many travelers and for cause: this archipelago of 7 107 islands is still a partially unknown paradise because, admittedly, a trip there is worth it! However, the curious traveler who wants to go out of the beaten path is widely rewarded because he is given the opportunity to enjoy this end of the world without any mass tourism (or almost), which is rare in Southeast Asia.
A Postcard Decor
A little bus ride or Jeepney, and it's already the adventure. With the back bag and camera ready to be triggered, the adventurer can meet her at any time in the Philippines, whether by exploring caves where coffins are deposited, climbing volcanoes or losing in terraces. But adventure is not just in the landscape; it is also in activities because the Philippines has the opportunity to practice all possible and imaginable sports. Apart from diving, a multitude of activities such as fishing, windsurfing, jet skiing, climbing, speleology, walking, horse riding or golf are offered to visitors.
Moreover, the country enjoys a pleasant climate that makes its discovery easier. The Philippines has a warm and humid climate that is used quickly. Time is idyllic all year. And, while the wet season runs out of heavy rains over the country from May to November, its route can be established by choosing the parts of the country most spared. Moreover, temperatures only rarely fall below 25 ° C, so it is very nice to enjoy time when Europeans protect themselves from the harsh winter.
So why not enjoy European freshness to discover one of the 7,000 paradise islands that make travelers happy? Everyone will find it: the «Robinson» wishing to isolate himself from the rest of the world can find an uninhabited confetti where to plant his tent; the lovers of seaside resorts have only the embarrassment of choosing their backpack on a busy beach; The diver in search of coral reefs is in heaven… Yes, few countries can boast of offering such a wide variety of islands to their visitors, each with its character and worth visiting.
A welcoming people
And all this under the eyes of Filipinos, because to travel is also to adapt to the rhythm of a non-chalking and friendly people, to forget the frustrations and to let themselves be permeated by the joie de vivre of its inhabitants who have made it a weapon to face a often difficult daily life. Here the newcomer will be instantly marked by the warmth of reception and the desire to communicate an open and tolerant population, to the rich and mixed cultural identity. In addition to the perseverance of American culture, the majority of Filipinos speak perfectly English, making it much easier to communicate and exchange with people who are very curious on the other and open on foreign cultures. This exchange is fostered by hospitality that is not in vain here. It is an integral part of Philippine know-how and people will always be delighted to be able to inform the lost traveler, provide information about their city or region.
Thanks to their help, you will discover at your pace the kilometers of coastline punctuated by postcard beaches and bathed in clear waters that have long been known to divers who come to enjoy some of the most popular submarine sites in the world for their unparalleled flora and fauna. But the show is also out of the water and no need to be a diver to enjoy the stuffing on one of the confetti of the archipelago of Bacuit in Palawan or on a creek of Siquijor, «the island of witches». The paradise is of this world. This is all the more so because the Philippines can also fill the adventurous traveler. A trek in the spectacular terraces of the Cordillera of the North, older than 2,000 years old, will delight hikers, such as the rise of one of the many volcanoes in the country. It is in the midst of these wonders that everyone will be aware of being among the happy few who have the chance and privilege to discover such diversity of natural wonders.
A stubborn memory
And when the time of departure arrives, we will leave the Philippines with the memory of bancas on the clear waters of Boracay, the small village of Batad lost in the middle of a rice amphitheater, a meeting with a whale shark off Donsol, a laugh of children's laugh; and especially with the secret hope to take a little of this sweetness of life, the acidulous taste of a mango…
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