Excursions
Corregidor
This small island, shaped like a tadpole, has become a memorial
and open-air museum commemorating the World War II stand of
Filipino and American troops against the Japanese invaders. The
island is the largest of several at the entrance to Manila Bay,
laying off...
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This fascinating region in northern Luzon is known for being
largely untouched by Western civilisation, and gives a glimpse of
the true Philippines. In a string of villages around Banaue people
live according to age-old tribal traditions. The main attraction in
the area is...
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The island of Palawan is an elongated stretch of thickly
forested landscape bordered by coves, beaches, lagoons and
limestone cliffs, stretching from southwest of Luzon towards
Malaysia. The island's Tubbataha Reef is extremely ecologically
important to the Philippines as a feeding ground and nursery...
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Established by the Spanish in the 16th century, Vigan is a
charming town, full of gorgeous architecture and redolent of the
Philippines' colonial history. Located about 250 miles (400km) from
Manila on the island of Luzon, Vigan is the best-preserved example
of a planned...
see full detailsPuerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is located
in the Filipino province of Palawan, about 30 miles (50km) north of
the city of Puerto Princesa. Although it is a little 'off the
beaten track', tourists to the Philippines are strongly encouraged
to make...
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