A place of rest - Philippines: reviews of experienced travelers

Interestingly, the islands of the Philippine archipelago for ordinary tourists until recently were Terra incognita. Only some desperate enthusiasts laid a path here, after which an endless stream of tourists subsequently poured in. Harsh political regimes, unpredictable tropical climate and underdeveloped tourist service frightened off tourists looking for a moderately sharp entertainment. Until the 70s of last century, vacation in the Philippines was considered very eccentric and extreme. But the peace-loving inhabitants carried out two bloodless revolutions that overthrew the corrupt regime, developed a tourist infrastructure, and the Philippines turned into a tourist Mecca. The "drawback" of this country - a virgin nature that has not been touched by the era of industrialization - has become a dignity for lovers of ecological rest.

Discovered by the Philippines famous seafarer Fernand Magellan, who named the archipelago of 7107 fabulously beautiful islands in honor of the Spanish King Philip. Many of them are still wild and uninhabited, but those who have chosen a holiday in the Philippines, the reviews leave the most enthusiastic. It perfectly combines the wild nature of nature and refined service. Jungle, the muzzle of volcanoes, very close to SPA centers, golf clubs and wonderful hotels. The Philippines gives everyone a holiday for every taste: a relaxing beach in the southern part of the archipelago, one that is closer to the island of Borneo, and fans of thrill await the northern part of the archipelago with its volcanoes, jungles and mountains.

Philippines is an amazing country. This is the third largest English-speaking state in the world. In addition, it is the largest Catholic country in Southeast Asia. The amazing beauty of nature, the endless beaches of golden sand, the calm azure sea, the underwater richness of coral reefs, the loess rice fields, the rich culture amazes those who visited the Philippines. The reviews speak about watching the whaling games of the whales - the largest mammals on earth, and about a close acquaintance with the "tarsiers" - the smallest primates that fit into the palm of your hand. This country is able to satisfy the whims of the most demanding tourists - here you can take a thorough but not devastating wallet shopping, lie all day on the beach and hear only the sound of waves and the rustle of palm trees, and you can indulge in active rest - surfing, diving, rock climbing, hiking, caving , Bicycle, parachuting and many others.

Among the various directions of the tourism industry there is one more, very original - health-esoteric. Who has not heard of the mysterious healers who glorified the Philippines? Eyewitness reports say that they produce the most complex surgical operations without the use of a scalpel, only with the help of hands.

When should you go to rest in the Philippines? Reviews of tourists in this matter are somewhat different from each other: some consider the best time of December-April, while others call the high season the period from November to May. Definitely one thing: when we have a hot summer, the Philippines is dominated by the monsoon climate, which brings rain and typhoons. It is better to go to this country in winter, fleeing from the cold. Here in the winter months, the temperature of water and air is approximately equal to + 28 ° C.

And the last: where exactly should I go to the Philippines? Reviews are called 11 resort areas. The most popular places for youth recreation are the following islands: Boracay, Cebu and Bohol. Seeking the solitude of the newlyweds and romantic natures are waiting for the tiny islands of Mactan and Badian. For diving and snorkeling, Puerto Galera, Anilão and Balikasag are suitable. The hungry discoveries are welcomed by the large island of Manila, where the exotic East blends fantastically with the culture of the West, and local beliefs - with Catholicism. In the city of Manila you can see cathedrals and ancient Spanish military forts, as well as make a dizzying shopping. Chocolate hills of Bohol and rice terraces of Banaue will not leave anyone indifferent.