Where is the best place to relax in the Philippines. Kota Park in Madridejos. Friendliness of the local people

Rest on Philippine Islands will cost you a pretty penny, but only if you buy a ticket to travel agency. The price will be very high, and most importantly - reasoned: long flight, obligatory transplantation - all this costs a lot. But if you organize your vacation on your own, then the difference in prices will not only surprise you, it will shock you.

The Philippines is an Asian country, which means that everything is relatively inexpensive there: accommodation, meals, excursions. The lion's share of costs is eaten up by the flight, but thanks to Chinese airlines that have come to last years to our market - the flight is cheaper at times.

The Philippine Islands are a paradise for divers, amateurs fishing And beach holiday. Eco-tourism is very developed here: natural landscapes, national reserves, volcanoes attract hundreds of tourists here.

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Vacation prices in Boracay. January 2018.

tour cost

In the Philippines operates visa-free regime for citizens of the Russian Federation within 30 days. Therefore, there were no visa costs. Plane tickets cost 45 thousand rubles per person. Flight tickets: Vladivostok - Seoul - Manila - Kalibo - Manila - Seoul - Vladivostok. We rested together with my husband. We booked a hotel in Boracay through Booking, the cost of a double room per day is 3900 rubles. 4 star hotel, five minutes from White Beach. In Manila, we rented an apartment through air b&b for 2000 rubles a day not far from the airport. The entire vacation was 11 days (two days in Manila and 9 days in Boracay). We traveled between locations by taxi, the cost varies greatly, depending on the distance and impudence of the taxi driver. I advise you to make them always turn on the meter (mileage) as soon as you get into a taxi, otherwise they can invent any amount.

Parasailing over the sea (parasaling) - $66 for two.

Diving (3 hours) - $55 per person.

Helicopter ride over the island - $ 280 for two (there are only two of us in the helicopter).

Tours were taken from local agencies. The tour operator is 20-30 percent higher. I liked everything, the Filipinos even spoke broken Russian. Went to Puka beach on our own, amazing a nice place, paid for a bike taxi about 600 rubles from the center of the island.

Food and products

Fruit shake - 100 rubles.

Cappuccino - 140.

We often prepared food ourselves, bought groceries at the "D mall" supermarket, a ready-made lunch there was about 150 rubles, a liter of juice - 90 rubles, ice cream cone - 40 rubles.

Prices in the cafe are different, depending on the level of the establishment. Pasta "Bolognese" in a fast food cafe -70 rubles, in a cafe italian cuisine- 390. There is a golden mean - an Asian cafe where you can have a hearty lunch for 350-400 rubles per person (noodles with chicken, salad with shrimp, a drink). There are buffets - about 1000 rubles per person with great choice seafood.

Souvenirs and other goods

Clothes are sold for a penny, but everything is beach style: slates, swimwear, hats, bags. Expensive branded clothing is not to be found.

Flip-flops - 100 rubles.

Beach bag - 150.

Hat -150.

Wicker bags of excellent quality, Filipinas weave them right in the shops in front of you, it turns out handmade goods for pennies.

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January holiday experience

I'm tired of meeting New Year scenario of the nineties. How many years pass, and I celebrate the holiday in the same way. Therefore, not sparing money and effort, I began to look for a place where to go to relax when it was winter outside. Several times I was in Thailand, I didn’t really like the local exotic. I decided in January to fly to the ends of the world. I just chose not tourist island Cebu. There are few tourists, especially in January. Not because the weather is bad, but because the New Year is celebrated differently there. Don't worry, their traditions don't affect the Pacific weather and climate. In January, the air temperature in Cebu is + 23-25 degrees. Only the ocean can rage. But this is not surprising, because the ocean was mistakenly called the Pacific. I love to ride the waves so that the swimsuit flies off, so I only have the best impressions.

Youth rest

The Philippine Islands are a place for entertainment. Therefore, Cebu will go for people who continuously want to explore this world (swim with sardines, visit the beach night club, go to the local temple).

What to take with you on vacation?

The island has all the conditions to live, buy food. Therefore, take only comfortable clothes and shoes with you. If you are traveling with a child, do not forget to take a mini-first aid kit. Only pharmaceutical products must be in their original packaging. I recommend taking a diarrhea remedy, hand sanitizer, band-aid (suddenly you have to walk a lot). Also take olive oil. For an even tan. The burn medication doesn't hurt either.

Where is the best place to stay?

I don't want to scare you, but Cebu has the most unusual places for an overnight stay. For example, a cemetery. This is not a joke. In Cebu they rent such an overnight stay. There are hotels on the island and private residents rent housing. Renting a room is not a problem. There are good apartments for only 20 dollars a day. I stayed at The Golden Peak Hotel Suites. For $30 I got a luxurious room with a double bed. Spacious room and air conditioning, I didn’t even pay attention to two stars. Because the hotel is new. Don't worry, there are a lot of free places in January. You can find accommodation upon arrival so as not to risk your financial investments.

We tell you where in the Philippines it is best to live and relax for those who dream of heavenly landscapes and the cleanest sea, but at the same time prefer peace and solitude. All about Bantayan Island: detailed guide and tips.

Exchange rate: 1 Philippine peso (PHP) ≈ 1.3 RUB.

Why you should go to Bantayan

Tired of the noisy and dirty Manila and Cebu City, we decided to settle on some paradise island that the Philippines is famous for for two weeks. The question arose where it is better to live and relax in the Philippines. We collected information about various islands for a long time and chose the best one for living according to the following criteria:

excellent beaches;
peace and quiet;
lack of crowds of tourists;
inexpensive accommodation;
inexpensive food;
safety.

Comparison with other islands. Boracay, Panglao, Palawan, Malapascua and Bantayan claimed the title of the best island in the Philippines. We immediately threw back the south of the Philippines because of the terrorists - just recently, tourists were kidnapped from the Samala resort, and we didn’t want to take risks. Boracay did not suit us because of the high prices and congestion of tourists, Palawan - remoteness, high cost and lack of permanent power supply (El Nido), the once paradise Malapascua, judging by the reviews, has not yet fully recovered from the devastating typhoon, and the reviews about Panglao were not the best, as we ourselves were convinced by visiting the island at the very end of our trip to the Philippines. Bantayan remained: good feedback, beautiful photos, proximity to Cebu. And we went there.

Atmosphere on the island. After living for two weeks on the island in the resort of Santa Fe, we can say that this is the place where you want to return. In Santa Fe, there is an atmosphere of thoughtful idleness: during the day there is practically no one on the streets, only European expats sip beer in bars, and in the evening tourists creep out to restaurants. There is always a siesta here, and the scenery is almost like from a Bounty advertisement. Bantayan can rightfully be called one of the best islands in the Philippines for recreation and life.

Feel free to choose Bantayan Island for relaxation - it has not yet been spoiled by tourists at all. Read this review - our tips will help you easily organize your vacation.

How to get to Bantayan from Cebu City

Bantayan Island is located in the northwest of Cebu Island. There are no ferries from Cebu City to Bantayan, you need to sail from the port of Hagnaya Port. You can get to the port by bus, which departs from North terminal(North Terminal) - you can get there by taxi, tricycle or jeepney (route 01K and a few others go from the city center). Buses from Northern bus station They run frequently, about every half an hour, from 4 am to 5 pm. Travel time is approximately 4 hours. The ticket costs 170 pesos.

We were on a flight that leaves at 10:30 (actually it leaves at 11). The buses are comfortable, with air conditioning, TV and Wi-Fi. On the way, one stop lasting half an hour - you can eat and go to the toilet (entrance 2 pesos). In total, we drove 4 hours, but the way back took a little longer due to traffic jams - about 5 hours.

The bus arrives directly at the port of Hagnai, upon arrival we purchased tickets for the nearest ferry (180 pesos ticket and 10 pesos port tax). Ferries run from approximately 6 am to 6 pm hourly. On the way - about 1 hour. Schedules can be viewed and, but it's hard to say how relevant they are - this is the Philippines.

The port of Santa Fe is full of tricycles (motorcycles with a sidecar) that will take you anywhere. Bargain, the ticket costs 15-25 pesos per person depending on the distance.

Where to live in Bantayan: hotels, resorts, guesthouses

The most pleasant place to stay in Bantayan is resort town Santa Fe (although you can hardly call it a city). Why is he good? As we wrote above, there is a pleasant atmosphere here, deserted beaches, clear sea and beautiful landscapes. The best beaches it is in Santa Fe - the rest are unsuitable for swimming.

The second major city is Bantayan. There is a large market, many cafes, an old church, an ATM. Tourists come here only for food and attractions.

The third city is Madridejos. There is a dilapidated Spanish fort (Kota Park). There are practically no tourists.

We lived in Santa Fe, so we give the names and prices of the resort hotels that we went around on our own, and also give advice.

Most expensive hotels located on the first line: mostly rooms with a fan cost from 800 pesos, with air conditioning - from 1000 pesos. It is cheaper in guesthouses and small hotels: from 500 pesos for a room with a fan and from 800 for an air-conditioned room.

Casa Isabel Hostel

600 pesos for two for a barn with a disgusting smell of paint, poisonous green walls, a noisy fan and a shared bathroom. Here we spent our first night in Santa Fe. The beach is quite far. On the plus side: friendly hostess who personally prepares a delicious breakfast.

Nordic Inn

900 pesos for two for a room with its own bathroom. The room is nice but modest, there was no table and chair. Quite expensive, they refused to give a discount for a long stay, although we read a review that someone lived in this guesthouse for 15 thousand pesos a month. Very close to the beach.

Mayet's Beach Resort

Located on the first line, right on the beach, but far from the city center - next to the Ogtong Cave Resort. There are no places to eat nearby. A room with a fan - 600 pesos, with air conditioning - 1200 pesos. The furnishings are meager, there was practically no furniture in the rooms for 600 pesos. The reviews wrote that a lot of ants.

Yooneek Beach Resort and Yooneek Inn

There are bungalows on the beach (Resort) and across the road (Inn). Prices are high both there and there: for a room with a fan 1100 and 990 pesos, respectively, with air conditioning - 1700 and 1300 pesos. repelled a large number of vacationing Europeans and high prices. At the reception it was written that there is a discount for long-steers.

Budyong Beach Resort

Good retreat. Bungalow on the third line with a fan and a bathroom - 800 pesos. Outside there is a table and chairs, in the room there is a TV and a wardrobe. Up to 700 pesos off for long stays. On line 3, the Wi-Fi signal is weak.

Kota Beach (next to Budyong Beach Resort)

Beautiful resort on the first line. The cheapest room costs 900 pesos (with fan) - cool, comfortable, furnished and with its own bathroom. Outside, on the terrace, there is a table and chairs. Air-conditioned room - from 1400 pesos. Significant minus - Wi-Fi only in the public area.

There is also Kota Beach Resort next to the port, we were not there - we are talking about the fact that next to Budyong Beach Resort.

Sophia Resort

Rooms with a fan - 800 pesos, with air conditioning - 1000 pesos, 1500 are good bungalows. Rooms for 800 pesos are modest, there is a bathroom, but there is no wardrobe. There are sockets on the street, a table and chairs, but the room smells unpleasant. Far from the center of the resort.

seven star

Bungalow with fan for 700, with air conditioning - 800. Beach 3 minutes walk. Discount for long stay - 100 pesos. The bungalows are not bad, but from the outside the courtyard looks bad - construction debris is lying around.

Amihan Beach Cabanas

Very nice and cozy resort with bungalows, hammocks and gazebos on the beach. Expensive: a bungalow with a fan 2500 pesos, with air conditioning - 3000. But there are all the amenities, even a refrigerator and hot water, which is very rare in the Philippines.

RR Lodging House

After looking at a bunch of hotels, we stopped at this guesthouse. The room is very bright and comfortable, spacious enough, there is a shower and toilet, a table, a wardrobe, a TV, and air conditioning - we paid 650 pesos per day for it (800 without a discount). Room with fan and no bathroom - 450 pesos. There is a terrace with table and chairs. The owner - his name is Raul - every morning brings a thermos with hot water. Laundry - 50 per kilogram.

Of the minuses: a lot of insects (ants and large cockroaches!); cold shower only; there was no cleaning for 2 weeks at all (1 time they changed the linen); During the day, the owner's child was constantly crying. From the pros: nice room, to the beach - 1 minute. How to find: A. Batobalonos street, after HR Music Bar and opposite Casa Blanca.

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If you arrive late in the evening, it is better to book an inexpensive hotel for one night, and in the morning go around the city in search of suitable accommodation - Santa Fe is very small, it is easy to get around on foot.
We recommend not to book accommodation for a long period immediately, but to visit hotels and choose best option, because often the picture on the site does not correspond to reality: there may be a dark and musty room, poor Wi-Fi signal or thin walls, etc. In addition, if you are going to stay for more than two weeks, you can ask for a discount for a long stay ( long stay).
There is a large selection of houses on the island - you just need to walk around and look for the appropriate signs and announcements (House for rent) or contact the locals.

How else can you look for accommodation in Santa Fe? Look for hostels, apartments and hotels on the Roomguru search engine, it will select the most profitable options among a variety of booking systems.

Prices for food and products in Bantayan (Santa Fe)

Filipino food is not very varied: mainly rice with additives, grilled meat and soup. All this is inexpensive if you find an institution for locals. There are few of these in Santa Fe - most cafes and restaurants have a greatly inflated price tag.

In the city center there is a small place where you can eat tasty and inexpensive - we went there very often. This is an inconspicuous eatery, but the food is delicious. Address: on the right side of A. Batobalonos street, if you walk along it from the beach. There are two churches in the neighborhood (they are opposite each other), next to it is Burger Junction fast food, a little further away is Casa Isabel hostel.

Prices in the institution for locals:

a plate of unleavened rice - 10 pesos;
a plate of rice fried with garlic (garlic rice - very tasty!) - 25 pesos;
grilled pork (3 skewers) - 20 pesos;
grilled chicken leg - 45-50 pesos;
grilled chicken breast - 45 pesos;
plate of vegetables - 20 pesos;
seafood - 40-50 per plate (serve);
instant coffee - 15 pesos;
tea - 15 pesos;
a glass of water - 2 pesos.

You can also eat inexpensively at the food court, which is located on the same street approximately opposite Cafe del Mare - you can eat there relatively inexpensively, but the prices are almost one and a half to two times higher than in the previous establishment.

Food court prices:

soup (small portion - 35 pesos, large - 70);
pork barbecue (1 skewers) - 12 pesos;
chicken wing - 40 pesos;
chicken liver - 20 pesos;
chicken with rice - 85 pesos;
grilled squid - 85 pesos;
grilled shrimp - 35 pesos;
grilled bangus fillet - 85 pesos;
drinks - 15 pesos;
beer - 40 pesos.

On A. Batobalonos street there are many popular establishments of various cuisines: German, Italian, Portuguese, etc., there is also a small market on it, which in the morning is overgrown with additional tents in front of the entrance. Opposite the market, not far from the exchanger, there is also a fruit shop where you can buy fruits a little cheaper.

Fruit prices:

mango - 90-100 pesos per kg;
pomelo - 80 pesos apiece in the market and 40 per kg in a tent (however, they are dry there, it is better to take them in the market);
papaya - about 50 per kg;
bananas - about 40 pesos;
soursop - 60 per kg;
langsat - 90-100 per kg;
coconut - 20-30 apiece;
tangerines - 5 pesos apiece.

Prices for alcohol in stores are too high, for example, San Miguel beer - 37-50 pesos depending on the type, a little more expensive - in bars.

In Bantayan City, in the market, the cost of fruits is almost the same as in Santa Fe, food in the food courts is a little cheaper.

Also on our site you can read about housing, food and transport in the Philippines in general.

Rent a bike and bike in Bantayan

Renting a bike or bicycle on the island is not a problem at all. In Santa Fe, every second bike owner will take you to the rental shop, and on the street you will only hear "motorbike, ma'am" and "rent a motorbike, sir." Cost per day: from 200 pesos for a scooter, from 250 for a semi-automatic and 300 for a full-fledged motorcycle. The bikes are not bad, one might say, in excellent condition, but the roads are not, so you won’t particularly ride around the island. The asphalt is uneven, potholes and patches, in some places it simply does not exist - either concrete slabs or a dirt road.

Bicycle rental is not so common, you can find it in the supermarket area near the Corner Inn.

What to see in Bantayan

Bantayan is not rich in attractions. The road also does not bring pleasure because of weakness. The entire island can easily be explored in one day. What to see on the island? Here are some of the attractions that we liked, the cost of entry and tips on how to get there.

paradise beach

The one who always dreamed of visiting paradise beach, must definitely visit this place. Finding a beach is quite difficult, but possible. We found only the third time.

Instructions: you need to drive through Ogtong Cave Resort, then along the coast to the small village of Moalboal. After passing it, on the left, look for an inconspicuous path, as if leading into a thicket of shrubs and trees. There are no pointers. You turn there - the road over stones and frozen corals is unpleasant and exhausting. At the fork, you need to turn right - you will run into a fence. Behind him - Paradise Beach with a well-groomed area and a couple of pavilions. The place is non-tourist, during our visit for 2 hours there was not a single tourist. Very beautiful, quiet and secluded. Entrance - 50 pesos. If you get lost, ask in the village - we were guided by a local resident.

St Peter and Paul Church in Bantayan

The old church makes a good impression. Beautiful stained-glass windows and interior decoration in general - without pretentiousness and vulgarity.

Kota Park in Madridejos

old spanish fort pedestrian bridge and a lighthouse in the very north of the island. Couples in love come to the bridge to meet the sunset, and local children run along the corals exposed at low tide. To get to the fort, you need to arrive early.

Ogtong Cave

Located on the territory of the resort of the same name. For 120 pesos you can look at underground cave with crystal clear blue water. someone writes that you can swim in it, and someone denies it. We decided not to visit it, as there is a similar one in Bohol.

Omagieca Mangrove Garden (Obo-Ob)

For those interested in mangroves. You can see turtles, fish, starfish, shrimps, birds. We saw only fish and birds. Calm and quiet. Entrance 50 pesos.

What else you can visit on Bantayan: Tiyaba Cave, Sunrise Beach, Dalton Pass Shrine. You can go to the neighboring Virgin Island (Virgin Island) - about 700 pesos per person round trip.

Cons of Bantayan

And at paradise island Bantayan has its drawbacks, alas:

bad roads;
poorly developed infrastructure;
there are power outages;
selection of fruit and inexpensive food is small;
food is monotonous;
hotel prices are higher than we expected;
few attractions;
to extend, you have to go to another island - for example, Cebu;
pesky pearl dealers and children begging for money;
the sea is shallow, it is not always convenient to swim - at low tide it can go 15-20 meters;
corals are close, so there is a risk of stepping on sea urchin, a star, a snake, or someone else worse - you need to carefully watch where you are stepping and not enter the sea if it is muddy and there are waves. We met all of the above, and Lyosha was also stung by a jellyfish - so just in case, get insurance before the trip. But here is great diving and snorkeling!

However, all these shortcomings are either characteristic of the country as a whole, or you can turn a blind eye to them. As a result, Bantayan is one of the best places in the Philippines, a must-see for anyone who is thirsty a relaxing holiday on the shores of a beautiful sea.

To get to know the country better, read our extensive material about - all helpful information, which may be useful for a tourist on a trip, and our tips and recommendations based on personal experience.

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Hello, dear travelers! Still, in winter you want warmth, since our planet is ready to provide vacationers with places where the weather is comfortable temperature almost the entire year. For example, it is worth paying attention to the islands South-East Asia namely the Philippines. Philippines is the brightest and mysterious place on Earth, which is worth visiting by yourself, throwing all the most valuable things into your backpack. Today I will try to cover the Philippines from all sides: which islands to visit, when is the best time to go, where to stay and what to see. Get inspired and book your trip.

Transport

As for the arrival to the islands, everything is clear here: only the flight. In this case, you can get to different cities. The average cost of round-trip tickets will be about 40-45 thousand rubles.

Another question is how to move within the islands and between the islands?

It is easy and simple to choose transport for movement - there is plenty of choice here. It may be familiar to us ground transport, water or air, there are also many jeepneys and tricycles, but more on that later.

Ground transport

Nothing exotic is alien - we choose tricycles or tricycles and jeepneys. Don't worry, it's not that hard to figure it out.

Tricycles are familiar motorcycles with a cradle, but the cradle here is closed and resembles a booth. Such transport is cheap and costs only 8 pesos per kilometer.

By the way, 1 US dollar is about 50 pesos, and 1 peso is about 1 ruble (at the exchange rate at the end of November 2017).

Truly amazing view movement - jeepney. Reminds a typical jeep and bus without windows and doors.

The peculiarity of this transport is that outside the drivers creatively decorate the walls by sticking bright stickers and stickers. Such a "jeep" can be stopped on the go by jumping on the bandwagon, or you can climb onto the roof. Everything depends on fantasy. The fare here is 9-10 pesos.

If you are used to traveling by bus, then the Philippines has no equal here. Buses will even take you to another island, thanks to the ferry, or they can “pick up” tourists at stops, like our gazelles.

If you want to travel in comfort, choose a taxi. They are inexpensive here, and you can even rent a car.

Water transport

There are boats, motors, boats and ferries, connecting both parts of the island and the islands themselves. The price for a ferry to another island is about 500 pesos + port tax up to 30 pesos.

Air Transport

If you are used to getting everything quickly and without problems, then welcome on board the aircraft, which will easily take you anywhere in the islands. Major airports located in the cities of Manila and Cebu. A ticket between the islands will cost from 1,000 pesos, depending on the route and time of year.

Weather

When to go everyone decides for himself, but the highest season begins in December, when the time of typhoons and heavy rains(May - November) ends, but if you live in the northern part of the island, a typhoon can catch you anytime anywhere.

As a rule, the further south, the calmer. Arrive in the season - you will get a very clean sea and amazingly vibrant nature. The most heavenly place and time to relax is December.

Remember that the island of Luzon is considered the most risky in terms of typhoons.

Which islands to visit

Once you have planned your trip to the Philippines, decide for yourself what you want to get out of the trip: enjoy the sun and the sea, explore the nearest islands, or underwater world, or see all the sights on the islands.

Boracay. Popular for tourists to visit the island. He small size, and if you wish, you can walk around it in a day. It is convenient to lie on the beach and enjoy the sun, there are nightclubs and a mangrove forest nearby. Everyone will find here rest for themselves.

Luzon. Tourists say that for the first time when exploring the Philippines on your own, you should first of all visit the island of Luzon.

The capital of the state - Manila is often bypassed, but in vain. Here you can make a jump from a cliff, enjoy diving under water and go in for sports. Luzon will allow you to enjoy mountain resort Baguio and volcanoes, caves and a waterfall.

Cebu. There are many hotels for every taste and budget.

This island is the oldest, therefore, there are many attractions, such as the Church of St. Augustine, Fort San Pedro, as well as Bantayan - a place where you can lead a calm and peaceful life.

Palawan. Anyone who loves nature tourism should come here.

Desert island, pure nature and national park– will appeal to any tourist.

Bohol. Wanna see chocolate hills, clean waterfalls, caves and nature reserves - feel free to Bohol.

Nearby there are about 70 small islands that can also be explored. Diving is good in Bohol.

Of course, there are many amazing and beautiful islands, I gave you a list of only 5 of the most popular among tourists. Everywhere you can find an activity that you like.

Where to stay?

This is the first time you are traveling somewhere on your own - do not worry, because in the Philippines you can find hotels for every taste. If you don't want to live in hotels, welcome to a villa, a house, a bungalow. If you want to save money - book a house away from the sea, it will be cheaper.

If you take Manila, then you will not find cheap hotels there. A day in any will cost 12 dollars.

In Cebu, you can find hotels where a day will cost 1100 pesos, but very often there are cockroaches in hotels, but there is air conditioning and Wi-Fi.

The indigenous people of the Philippines show kindness and openness to everyone, but be careful, sometimes they do it for money;
Don't be surprised if you see a lot of beggars;
Be vigilant and do not leave bags and valuables unattended - pickpockets are on the alert;
Remember that people are very slow, so flights will almost always be delayed;
Do not be alarmed if you see a guard with a shotgun in the store - this is how they monitor security;
Do not forget to take adapters for sockets;
Often there are various kinds of surcharges, so do not be surprised if they ask for an extra 15 pesos.

And yet, a holiday in the Philippines is a great relaxation and peace of mind. Feel free to pack your bags and do not be afraid of anything - only the best is ahead. Have a nice rest!

See you soon! With wishes of bright discoveries, Julia.

Where to relax in the Philippines Where to relax in the Philippines

Philippines - extremely popular tourist destination, which has recently been increasingly chosen by Russians. This amazing place satisfies the needs of the most demanding travelers.

What are the main questions that tourists usually worry about? when to go and where is the best place to relax in the Philippines?

It seems to be one state, but in fact - a placer unique islands. A common feature of all tourist places can only be considered the undoubted beauty of nature and hot weather. tropical climate.

Between October and March-April is the high season in the Philippines. And in the summer months, typhoons sweep over the islands. But this does not scare away tourists - in the tropics, rains are plentiful, but short-lived.

In addition, in the summer you just need to choose more carefully where to relax in the Philippines.

On some islands, for example, on Bohol or Cebu, precipitation falls evenly throughout the year, so here the risk of getting into the typhoon zone is extremely small. You can travel between different islands without any problems - air traffic in the Philippines is well developed.

The Philippine Islands beckon lovers of a relaxing beach holiday and extreme species sports, diving fanatics and fans of club life. Depending on the purpose of the trip, the answer to the question of where it is better to relax in the Philippines will follow.

For lovers of scuba diving, Negros Island is the most suitable - there is no fuss and secular entertainment here, life flows smoothly and calmly year after year. But very close is a unique marine reserve, where experienced divers constantly dive. In general, Negros is famous for its diving centers - there are several of them, and each is rightfully one of the best in the world.

Negros is known for its black mountains (they gave the name to the island), volcanic beaches, and - coral reefs stunning beauty. Here you can see the brightest exotic fish, watch dolphins and even meet whales. This is one of the reasons why so many couples travel to the Philippines with children.
A full lunch or dinner with freshly squeezed juices (without alcohol) will cost about $ 5-10
The average cost of an hour full body massage is about $11
After sunset begins night life: bars, discos, karaoke, various shows
For 2000 pesos (about $44) you can rent a boat for a boat trip around the island
The walk usually includes snorkeling and visiting the beaches of the island
From the Ilig-Iligan beach you can walk to the caves where the Filipinos live where the foxes can rest
We could not get into the cave: the road to it is on private property, and on that day it was closed
But we still looked at flying foxes: right from the boat you can see a large colony that settled on several trees
If you are traveling with a small child, be sure to visit the small zoo not far from the first station on White Beach
There are very few inhabitants of the zoo, but most animals, birds and insects can be picked up and photographed with them
The ticket costs 150 pesos (about $3.5)
Bohol and Panglau Islands Further from Caticlan, our path lies to the island of Bohol
We get to it through the island of Cebu, the flight to which takes about 50 minutes
Large speed boats run from Cebu to Bohol every two hours
The locals barely speak English
Taking a taxi at the airport, we found that the driver also did not know the rules traffic, does not understand pantomime and is poorly versed in the drawings, where we depicted the sea, the boat and the name of the island of Bohol
During the trip we looked Trading port, listened to how our taxi driver talked about something for five minutes with local residents and, desperate to get to their destination, they asked the driver to stop at the policeman, who knew English at a basic level, and most importantly, knew where the pier was, where our ship departed from
Despite the long rally, the taxi cost us only 200 pesos (about $ 4.5)
To buy a ticket for the ship, I had to look for a ticket office, which was located about a kilometer from the pier
Later it turned out that there was a bus from the pier to the ticket office.
In the port of Bohol Island, at the counters of small travel agencies, you can not only order a taxi, but also arrange excursions and choose a hotel
At the same time, if the hotel is not to your liking, the driver will offer other options.
The most beautiful beaches are located on the island of Panglau, which is connected by a bridge to Bohol
On Panglau we were offered a hotel on Bolod beach
The cost of double rooms with breakfast - from 1600 pesos per day
We looked at 5 hotels on this beach and chose Dumaluan Beach Resort with the most beautiful beach and the largest and most beautiful area
In standard rooms, as it turned out not immediately, hot water is not provided, so we eventually moved to a deluxe room, costing 2150 pesos, which, unlike a standard room, in addition to hot water, also amazed the imagination with a TV
The hotel does not have its own SPA, but for 500 pesos you can order an hour oil-body massage right in the room
The hotel restaurant overlooking the beach plays live music almost all the time
In the morning (even at 5 am, when we got up for a tour!) and in the afternoon, a blind musician played very romantic melodies on the piano
The cost of lunch or dinner - about $ 5-10
Bolod - very beautiful beach, White sand and palm trees
In the ocean, about fifty meters from the shore, algae, sea urchins, stars and other living creatures begin
The sea is not deep at all.
The beach is ideal for families with small children
Greatest depth, where you can walk on the sand, about waist-deep
The downside is that there is a strong low tide on the beach - it is inconvenient to swim in knee-deep water, and it is difficult to go further - therefore it is best to swim at low tide only with a mask
For lovers of snorkeling here expanse! At arm's length, you can see several types of starfish, hedgehogs of various sizes and colors.
More Lovers of a beautiful tan will fall in love with the long sandy beaches of the Philippines, see the picturesque expanses of the Philippines, fall in love with the endless rivers with turquoise water, see the hospitality of the indigenous people and taste the national dishes of their cuisine
Tours to the Philippines have different prices
It may not depend on one tour operator, but also on your intentions
You personally think over your weekend and accommodation - according to interests and means
Holidays from the company "Saga" will surprise you with the variety and acceptability of its price
Endless expanses of water, an exciting and dynamic weekend, contemplation of a variety of creatures, different kinds fishing, hiking, delicious food, the sweetest alcoholic nectars and a whole lot more - this is how the best vacation and your most long-awaited weekend look like
A best tours to the Philippines, that's for sure. tour operator"Saga"
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Our compatriots have already mastered the nearby hot countries, and now they want something more! And they are doing it right, because on our earth there are still a huge number of countries that are in no way inferior to those familiar to us. seaside resorts, and perhaps even superior to them in many respects.

If you have long been tormented by the question - where is it better to relax, do not hesitate: in the Philippines you will find what you have been missing for so long!

What is this state? It is located in Southeast Asia, and has one unique feature: its territory is located on more than seven thousand islands! These patches of land are washed by several seas at once and Pacific Ocean, and the favorable tropical and subequatorial climate makes local flora and fauna incredibly rich and varied.

Istanbul is called the city of contrasts, but in the Philippine Islands the whole country is filled with them! Each, even a small island, has its own unique microclimate and features for recreation, and big cities combine historical and architectural monuments belonging to different eras and cultures. Very close to each other can be luxurious hotels and shantytowns where the poor live.

What are the weather seasons on the islands?

Since the state is located near the equator, there is no winter here in our understanding. high season called the period from October to April, in the summer there are frequent typhoons and rains, but not for long, so this does not prevent tourists from getting a great vacation.

The most even climate without suddenly flying hurricanes and with little rain is on the islands of Mindanao, Cebu, Bohol, Samal. In general, the air temperature, even in the coldest season, does not fall below +25 degrees, so you can safely forget warm clothes at home.

Where is the best place to relax in the Philippines?

Of course, a lot depends on your preferences and cash in your wallet. Of course, Boracay and Palawan are the most interesting in terms of education, they are advised to visit first of all by all connoisseurs.

The capital of Palawan, Puerto Princes, is in itself a very interesting place. But in the vicinity there are many incredible places for excursions: crocodile farm, a garden with many butterflies, picturesque waterfalls And underground river where you can sail by boat. The main attraction of Palawan is the El Nido archipelago, which includes 45 small islands. There are magnificent sandy beaches, picturesque waterfalls, thermal springs, and many, many wonderful, lushly colored and fragrant tropical nature! Undoubtedly, this is one of the best places to relax in the Philippines.

Another important tourist centre-, one of the smallest and most beautiful islands in the Philippines. Its heart is White Beach, 4 kilometers long, considered one of the most beautiful in the world, the second most important is Pukka-Shell Beach. This is the capital water activities- surfing, diving and snorkelling. There are few opportunities for shopping here, but all kinds of tropical fruits are countless here.

The most popular among diving enthusiasts is the island of Negros. It got its name from the black volcanic mountains visible from everywhere on the island. There are several diving centers here at once, and local underwater beauties invariably attract tourists from all over the world. Here you can see dolphins and even whales - that is why people especially willingly come here on vacation with children.

If you spent all the money on tickets, go to Samal Island. Here are the most low prices for everything - and the beaches are as magnificent as on other islands. And if you take a ferry to the city of Davao (only 15 minutes on the way), you will find yourself in the world capital of durian - a unique tropical fruit known for its heavenly taste, reminiscent of creamy nutty ice cream, and the terrible smell of rotten meat, slop pit and garlic.

If you want to combine the seemingly incompatible, then it is best to relax in the Philippines on the island of Cebu. It has a wonderful climate - rains and typhoons are rare. The beaches, as elsewhere on the islands, are simply gorgeous. The coastline is built up comfortable hotels, and very close - a lot of restaurants, nightclubs, discos and shops for inexpensive shopping. Plus - located on the island ancient capital Philippines - the city of Cebu, where a tourist who is not indifferent to historical and architectural monuments, a lot of interesting things await.

We must not forget about the capital - Manila. It's amazing interesting city, all the sights of which are difficult to describe. We can only say that spending a few days in this Asian metropolis will be informative and interesting in terms of shopping.