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Philippines
Seven thousand islands, water like glass.
The Philippines has some of Asia’s finest beaches — Boracay, Palawan, Siargao — plus the Banaue rice terraces and near-universal English.
Best time to visit
December – May
Time zone
GMT +8
Currency
PHP (₱)
Visa
30-day visa exemption
Flight time
3 – 4 hrs
from Vietnam
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AI summary
The Philippines spans over 7,600 islands. El Nido and Coron in Palawan deliver limestone bays and clear water; Boracay the white sand; Siargao the surf; Banaue 2,000-year-old rice terraces.
Philippines at a glance
Population
114
million people
Area
300,000
km²
Capital
Manila
Currency
PHP (₱)
Philippine Peso
Language
Filipino & English
English very widely spoken
Climate
Tropical
typhoon season
Visa
Visa exemption
30 days
Driving side
Right
Power socket
Type A, B, C
220V – 60Hz
Philippines destination location
5 mapped locations
Best time to visit Philippines
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Weather overview
Average temperature
25°C – 33°C
Stable year-round
Rainfall
2,400 mm
Annual average
Humidity
75% – 85%
High year-round
Sea temperature
27°C – 30°C
Palawan, Boracay
Travel styles in Philippines
Signature experiences
Islands
Island hopping
Diving
Coron & Tubbataha diving
Resorts
Private island resorts
Nature
Puerto Princesa underground river
Heritage
Banaue rice terraces
Food
Filipino cuisine
City breaks
Manila & Intramuros
Wildlife
Bohol tarsiers
Sample itineraries
View allFrequently asked questions
Do I need a visa?
Many nationalities enter visa-free for 30 days for tourism, provided you hold a return ticket.
When is typhoon season?
July to October, mostly affecting the east and north. Palawan is the least exposed and is the safer choice in that window.
How do I move between islands?
Mostly domestic flights plus boat transfers. Build in buffer time, as domestic schedules shift; we always leave a safety margin.
Is English widely spoken?
Very — the Philippines is among Asia’s most English-fluent countries, so communication is rarely an issue.
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What travellers say about Philippines
4.7/5
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Quick facts (citation box)
- Destination
- Philippines
- Region
- Southeast Asia
- Capital
- Manila
- Currency
- PHP (₱) – Philippine Peso
- Language
- Filipino and English
- Best time to visit
- December – May
- Visa
- 30-day exemption for many nationalities
- Core services
- Tours, Transport, Hotels, Guides
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