Getting Away from it all in the Philippines

The Philippine archipelago boasts over 7,000 islands and a spectacular sightseeing treat for the traveler who wants to go off the beaten path. The Philippines delivers a great opportunity to get away from the more mundane travel destinations to discover a place that meets the modern world, with amazing sightseeing opportunities and plenty of amazing destinations that have not been overrun by tourists.
The islands have a rich history and culture all their own, and the people here have every reason to be proud of their heritage. Often overlooked because of its location, the Republic of the Philippines is one of the great treasures of Asia.

Coral Islands, Wrecks, and a Warm Welcome

But perhaps the very best part of the Philippine experience is the coral islands that have some of the very best diving areas anywhere to be found, and the turquoise colored ocean that takes the breath away. Here is true beauty at its best, and it has been preserved by the Philippines for your enjoyment. Here, diving with some of the undersea wrecks and whale sharks can be one of the most exhilarating experiences in all of Asia. Above the water, there are some of the most scenic places anywhere in the world, and a people and tourist industry that will happily help the traveler with sights to see and hear. Your every wish and comfort will be attended to, with relaxing resorts and elegant hotels for travel and leisure. If you are hungry for white sandy beaches, the Philippines is hands down the very best place in the world to sip a drink and surf the Pacific waves as they break and call you to the tropical climate of the Philippine islands.

Manila Nights and a Dead Volcano Lake

But this is not to say that the people will not warm you to their hearts. Indeed, Filipinos everywhere are a people who treasure life, welcome you into their hearts and homes, and are happy to welcome tourists from all over the globe. The warm hearts of Filipinos will delight the spirit and please the mind. And for those who love the night life to sprinkle into their travel itineraries, perhaps there is no better place to start than the Manila party atmosphere. In Manila, the lights never go out, and the local eateries, hotels, and clubs are the best that Asia has to offer the traveler who also wants to enjoy the night life to the fullest. Indeed, somewhere in the Philippines, a fiesta is being celebrated every day of the year. And for the adventurer, there is Mt. Pinatubo, one of the active volcanoes in the Philippine islands chain. It blew its stack in 1991 and you can now swim in its crater and view it up close and personal.
The Philippines gives the visitor everything your heart desires, from history to sightseeing, to a spiritual pilgrimage.