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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.

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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.