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My mom has traveled all over the world but hardly in the Philippines except to Cebu and Zamboanga in her younger days. She is 88 now but still want to travel if possible. This Christmas season we are thinking of either staycationing at a hotel in Makati or flying somewhere local.

What city can you reco po na maraming good dining options also? My mom loves fruits and fresh seafoods. Im thinking of Davao or Bacolod. i Have never traveled locally and certainly not during the holidays…stressful ba?

Thank you

I'm going to Coron, El Nido, Port Barton and Puerto Princesa in a few weeks.

What is the situation like for card transactions, and are ATMs readily available?

How long would you recommend spending in each of these places? Are there any hidden gems you'd like to share, beaches, nature spots, local restaurants etc.

I am going on the 4 day boat tour from Coron to El Nido.

Port Barton and Puerto Princesa are kinda stop gaps before I fly to Cebu. There is no flight booked at present.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Hello! I've been planning to go on another solo bday adventure in January. I just wanna know your thoughts, is more worth it? I will be flying from Cebu. I love Pad Thai so I wanna try how the authentic ones taste lol. I also love to hike, and wanna witness the beauty of Mt. Pulag. Hayyy if only I have all the money in this world, I would probably do both. I am contemplating cz the airfare these days are kinda high. Thank you!

Heading to the Philippines in December for a few weeks. I really wanted to head off the mainland and possible visit an island/s while I’m there. I’m eyeing Cebu but still undecided. Thoughts or recs on what to see while there? Islands to see etc also ideal location for a female solo traveller 😊

It’ll be my second time to the Philippines, last time I visited I spent most of my time in Manila and Tagatay but would love to see the islands

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Hi everyone!

I'm trying to apply for my first visa extension (visa waiver) through the Philippine Bureau of Immigration's online portal.

However, whenever I try to submit my application, I keep getting this error:

"We couldn't locate your travel record."

I contacted their online support, and they replied with instructions to enter a name that is different from how it appears on my passport.

I'm a bit worried about using the name they provided because it doesn't exactly match my passport details.

Has anyone experienced something similar when applying for a visa extension online?

Is it safe to follow their instructions, or could this cause problems with my visa extension or immigration records later on?

I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences. Thank you!

Hello! i'll be flying to bacolod this oct 30, and it's my first time flying. Im just wondering how much will it cost me for my excess 1.8kg handcarry baggage? I saw some posts kase that they were charged for unreasonable amount for a small excess lang naman. I was researching din and upon checking airasia's page about ther cabin excess baggage, they're charging around 80-140 pesos per KG. And now im confused and nervous.

Planning to visit Kawasan in April but not really interested in canyoneering. Is it possible to just swim? Also life jackets are required, correct? Is the helmet I see people wearing in videos just for canyoneering?

When leadership turns into tyranny. Undersecretary Majo Guillermo and Director Christian Salazar

New to the office, yet already causing tremendous stress and problems for employees. This is how you would describe the current leadership under the Department of Tourism.

The way this officials treats people feels like martial law-intimidation, pressure and even use of foul language. If you get in their way, either you will be transfered to another office, placed on floating status.

It is as if only one person's wishes matter, acting like the Secretary of Tourism herself while the other one acting as the top senior official of the Department.

Not only that, they view employees here as employees with no brain. To quote them "Wala bang may utak dito sa Dot."

To show how arrogant these officials, there were even leaked photos of their conversation talking trash to the Secretary and other officials. Everyone in the department knows this already.

Public office is not a kingdom, and authority is not a license to bully people. We, the employees, of the Department, deserve respect and professionalism- not fear and humiliation.

To those who have experienced this kind of treatment, do not be afraid or ashamed to share your stories. Speak up and comment on this post.

#Lovethephilippines, #MoretoLove

#Accountabilitymatters

Hi! I went to bacolod and from bacolod we traveled to danjugan island. I just want to know more staycation like danjugan where the food is included and the it is not super crowded.

Hi mods, hope this type of post is allowed! I love hiking, but my photos and bag tags only go so far in keeping a trail with me. So we’re hosting a workshop where you build a small terrarium inspired by a hike you love.

Studio Botanica’s co-founder, Michael Alac, came up with the idea on Yellow Trail in Camp John Hay, Baguio. He wondered if that same mossy, quiet feeling could fit inside a glass bowl.

Here are the details:

Halloween Terrarium Workshop with Studio Botanica
Oct 31, 2026, 11AM to 2PM
The Studio, Level 3, Ayala Malls Circuit
PHP 2,099
You get a fishbowl, soil, moss, stones, and little Halloween figures, and the team walks you through it layer by layer

Sign up via IG @goodtimes.mnl

We organize warm inviting events, so I'm happy to answer questions. And if you have a trail you’d want to remember this way, please share your own pictures too! The photos I used are mostly taken by my brother :)

Pls plz guys I wanna go to Ilocos next month, but since I’m alone I wanna do joiners(?) can anyone recommend a good travel and tour🥹 I would appreciate it!

Hi everyone, my fiancé and I are spending 2 weeks in the Philippines in mid February. I was hoping for some opinions on the itinerary I’ve created.

Current itinerary:
- Landing in Cebu airport on a Friday
- 1 night Cebu City near IT park/Mango Ave to have a fun night out
- 4 nights Panglao
- 5 nights El Nido
- 3 day/2 night boat excursion which will take us to Coron
- 2 nights Coron

Info on us: both in late twenties. We are very social so enjoy being where the action is and do enjoy a fun night out, definitely doesn’t have to be every night though. We love seeing wildlife and being active like going on hikes. Also love snorkelling and a good beach day. We won’t be scuba diving this trip.

We are very sad to not go to Siargo as I think we’d love it but I keep reading that February is a very rainy month there so it’s not worth the risk:( We considered Boracay but sounds like the green algae gets quite bad in late February so might make the beach less appealing; also not sure we want the extra travel hassle to get there just to have a fun party scene and not much else to explore. We also considered moalboal but sounds like the sardine run in Panglao is still very impressive? :) or is skipping this a mistake?

Any comments are appreciated as this is not set in stone yet! Thank you so much in advance for any feedback ☺️

Hi all, my girlfriend and I are visiting Philippines from 28tb November until 22nd December (about 3 weeks), flying in and out of Manila.

We are adventurous, we like diving and snorkelling and nature, plus good food.

I was researching and thinking about:

- Manila 3 days
- Cebu for 5 days
- Borocay for 3 days
- Coron 4 days
- El Nido 4 days
- Peurto Princessa 2 days
- Manila 1 day and fly home

Not sure if that’s too ambitious for a 3 week trip. Or if I’m missing any great places / should take one of these off and go somewhere else instead! We are unsure if Borocay is as good as it’s hyped to be and whether we should go there or spend more time in the other places.

Would appreciate any advice, thanks in advance! 😁

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I'm planning a solo trip to Manila soon does anyone have any good tips or advice on where to stay and how to get around and how to commute? 😔🙏🏼

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We wanted to travel to Philippines this December is it safe weather wise , as in will there be typhoons, rains or floods