Philippines Destinations
The Philippines spans more than 7,000 islands across three main island groups: Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao. Our destination guides are being written one place at a time, starting with the islands and cities travelers ask about most.

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20 Best Places to Visit in the Philippines for First-Time Travelers
Compare 20 Philippine destinations, from Palawan lagoons to mountain villages, with transport tips, seasonal advice, and 10- and 14-day routes.
Read the guide →Topics we cover
- Luzon
- Visayas
- Mindanao
- Island destinations
- City guides
Destinations by region
Luzon
- Palawan
- El Nido
- Coron
- Puerto Princesa
- Manila
- Baguio
- Banaue
- Sagada
Visayas
- Boracay
- Cebu
- Bohol
- Siquijor
- Dumaguete
Mindanao
- Siargao
- Camiguin
- Davao
Published guides
The featured guide above is our first for this section; more are being researched and written.