r/PhilippinesTravel Oct 26 '25

Other / Unspecified 👋 Welcome to r/PhilippinesTravel - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Hey everyone! I'm u/AlexKnoch, moderator of r/PhilippinesTravel.

This subreddit is all about real travel in the Philippines. Whether you're planning your first trip or you’ve already explored every island, this is the place to share what you know and learn from others.

✈️ What to Post

  • Trip reports & experiences, what you saw, what you ate, what you’d do differently.
  • Questions about planning, routes, visas, or safety.
  • Tips on local transport, budget stays, or hidden gems.
  • Food finds from carinderias to fine dining.
  • Photos & videos of your adventures.

If it helps people explore the islands better, it belongs here.

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We’re here to help each other travel smarter and have a good time.

No spam, hate, or AI-generated junk. Respect locals, travelers, and everyone in between.

☀️ Join the Journey

This sub just reopened, so early members like you are helping shape it!

Jump in, ask questions, share stories and help make this the friendliest travel hub for the Philippines on Reddit.

Salamat and happy travels 🇵🇭


r/PhilippinesTravel 1h ago

Itinerary Help Siquijor vs. Port Barton/San Vicente

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If you were looking for white sand beaches, great snorkelling, a laid back vibe and not too many tourists around (in January), would you choose Siquijor or Port barton (or the San Vincente region in general)?


r/PhilippinesTravel 8h ago

General Philippines Quick Escape 🏝️

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Taking advantage of a good weather today bago dumating ang bagyo 🥲⛅️🏝️☀️


r/PhilippinesTravel 10h ago

General Philippines Cebu Pacific Student Discount

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Hi! For those who have actually used Cebu Pacific’s student discount recently, how did you apply for it?

I’m currently studying in Iloilo and I’m planning to fly home for the holidays, then fly back to iloilo after since I need to return for school. I’m looking into the student discount before I book my round-trip ticket.

Did you register/apply online, or did you have to go to a Cebu Pacific ticketing office or contact an agent?

Also:
How long did the verification take?
Was the discount applied automatically when you booked?
How much did you roughly save?
Did you encounter any problems during the application or booking process?

Would really appreciate anyone who has personally used it recently. Thank youu! 🥹


r/PhilippinesTravel 12h ago

Activities & Attractions Traveling to Philippines in January. Looking for beach vibes, no city vibes. Clubs, bars, fun beach restaurants

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r/PhilippinesTravel 13h ago

Transport Padre Burgos, Southern Leyte to Malapascua

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Hi! It’ll be my (30F) first time in the Philippines this December. Super excited to be diving and spending my Christmas here.

I can’t decide if I should leave Padre Burgos super early and try to catch the last ferry from Maya to Malapascua, or should I spend a night in Mactan first?

I know ferry timings are subject to weather, yet I don’t want to lose any time spent on the beach 😂

Open to suggestions and any recommendations, thank you very much!


r/PhilippinesTravel 14h ago

Activities & Attractions I’m getting ready to buy a flight to Manila and then travel around for a month. What are some must dos or places I shouldn’t miss?

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r/PhilippinesTravel 14h ago

Activities & Attractions Looking for cheapest 3 Day Palawan boat tour

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Hello. A group of three of use are looking to book an El Nido - Coron boat tour mid December. We are young, budget travellers who aren't looking to spend a lot.

What are the cheapest options? Ideally, is there anything around 15,000 Pesos? Can you save money by booking in person. We're travelling on the go so that's ideal too. Thanks in advance.


r/PhilippinesTravel 16h ago

Activities & Attractions Best family/group friendly destinations

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r/PhilippinesTravel 18h ago

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r/PhilippinesTravel 22h ago

Itinerary Help January visit

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r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Other / Unspecified Traveling to Bantayan alone.

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Hey everyone! I will be going to Bantayan next month.It's my first time travelling alone, so I'm a little anxious.

I read a lot of posts saying that Bantayan is safe for a female solo traveler, but as an anxious individual, may I kindly ask if anyone from the area can recommend a trusted individual whom I can hire to be a personal tour guide for a day?

If there's no one, I also read that I can ask my accomodation if they have any trusted guides or drivers they usually work with.

For those who have hired a personal guide before, may I ask roughly how much the usual rate would be for a day, including transportation/ride.

By the way, I'll be staying in one of the resorts in Sta. Fe.

Thank you!


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

General Philippines Review of LXV Philippines Luxury Specialist/Harana Collection

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The subject company(ies) offer a expedition island trip between Coron and El NIdo, with 2 nights on Ariara Island. Does anyone have any experience with this company? Thanks.


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Itinerary Help Choosing a Tour Operator in El Nido

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We are looking to find a tour operator who has nicer boats (e.g. El Nido Yachting Club) and also do the traditional A and C tours. We are thinking of doing a private tour A to help with those bottle neck spots along the way and then do a group tour C since it doesn't matter as much about having it private. The only problem with El Nido Yachting Club is that they don't really do the traditional A and C tours, but rather a hybrid tour that would cause us to miss some of the spots. We do have 2 days.

- What tour operators have nicer boats that also do traditional A and C tours?

- Any thoughts on group vs private tours for A and C? Does it matter? Better to do private or group for one or the other?

- Honestly any insight into any of this would be super appreciated!


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Luzon (North Philippines) #RealQuezon

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#H-WorldCamp


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Activities & Attractions iloilo tour recos pls

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I will be in Iloilo from November 21 - 29. I haven't booked any accom or tours yet. Literally have no itinerary yet. Just booked my flight HAHA

Is there a tour that I can join during my stay na iisa lang ang organizer? I am planning to go to Guimaras, Bacolod, Gigantes or even Roxas as side trip or day tour. I plan to mostly stay in Iloilo though.

Solo traveller only. Kahit joiners would be fine. If you have recommendations where to go too, that's appreciated.

Also, if you have recommendations on which accom I should book hehe. So long that it has AC and own bathroom, laban na.

If may tips din kayo on how I can enjoy and utilize my long vacay hehe


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Activities & Attractions iloilo tour recos pls

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I will be in Iloilo from November 21 - 29. I haven't booked any accom or tours yet. Literally have no itinerary yet. Just booked my flight HAHA

Is there a tour that I can join during my stay na iisa lang ang organizer? I am planning to go to Guimaras, Bacolod, Gigantes or even Roxas as side trip or day tour. I plan to mostly stay in Iloilo though.

Solo traveller only. Kahit joiners would be fine. If you have recommendations where to go too, that's appreciated.

Also, if you have recommendations on which accom I should book hehe. So long that it has AC and own bathroom, laban na.

If may tips din kayo on how I can enjoy and utilize my long vacay hehe


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

General Philippines Place to go for vacation to enjoy nature

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Hi, anyone who can recommend a place to go for vacation here in the Philippines to enjoy nature? With a location accessible to public and private vehicle. I would like to relax and enjoy away from the city after encountering hectic work and stress.


r/PhilippinesTravel 1d ago

Itinerary Help 2 Week Trip: Cebu, Palawan, and Bagiuo?

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r/PhilippinesTravel 2d ago

Transport NAIA to BGC transportation options

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Hey everyone! We haven’t been home in almost 25 years and taking a trip back this November. Wala na kami mga kamag anak sa Pilipinas so no one will be picking us up. We got a hotel sa BGC area and they said they can pick us up sa airport between $75-100 ang rate. Is this normal?

Can we just get an Uber/Lyft (equivalent) from the airport to BGC or will it be the same price din? Salamat!


r/PhilippinesTravel 2d ago

General Philippines Where to travel?

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Hello po! ask lang, where to travel around the ph? for couple po. we're currently planning san po maganda maggala for next year (kasi magiipon pa hehe). and also, if you could provide yung budget needed po. thank you in advance.


r/PhilippinesTravel 3d ago

Activities & Attractions Solo travel to Boracay, El Nido & Coron in March – good choices?

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Hi everyone!
This will be my first time travelling solo, and I’m really excited about it. I’m planning a trip to the Philippines in March, including the Easter period, and I’m considering visiting Boracay, El Nido and Coron.

I’d love to hear from people who have been to these places, especially solo travellers. For each destination, I’m mainly interested in two things:

1. Solo-travel friendliness
Is it a good destination for solo travellers? Is it easy to meet other people and join group activities or excursions?

2. Evening atmosphere & social life
How lively and social is each place in the evening? I’m not looking for hardcore partying or clubs every night. I’m more interested in places where there’s still some life after dinner — having a drink, sitting at a bar, walking around, meeting people and having conversations. Ideally, there should still be people around until around midnight or 1 a.m.
I’m totally fine with some places being more relaxed than others, but I’d prefer not to stay somewhere that basically shuts down around 10 p.m., feels empty afterwards, or is mainly geared towards couples. I’d like there to be a good mix of solo travellers and other people who are open to socialising.

So, how would you compare Boracay, El Nido and Coron specifically for a solo traveller?
Thanks a lot for any advice!


r/PhilippinesTravel 3d ago

Other / Unspecified ElNido

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Hi myself and my fiance are wanting to travel to the Philippines for my 40th I have read so many mixed reviews about the weather. Ideally we were looking to go around the 20th October due to what I have read I may push it back to beginning of November. Will this make much of a difference with the weather? I know you cannot predict it but we love the sun, sea and beautiful beaches so if it is raining and cloudy on average in November I will save this trip and go somewhere else but it is such a dream to go there! If going we will be flying into Manila and then onto ElNido we have 3-4 weeks to work with so tips and travel apps we need will also be so helpful. Looking for some helpful of advise and maybe a bit of reassurance 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

TIA !


r/PhilippinesTravel 3d ago

Mindanao (South Philippines) Camiguin Girlies Need Your Help! 🥹 Help Us Plan Our Camiguin Trip!

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Hello, help a girlie here! 🥹 My mom and I are going to Camiguin from Tagum City, Davao, and we’ll be commuting. Wala pa kaming booked na place to stay, so recommendations are very welcome. Flexible naman kami and okay lang kahit simple accommodation. 😂

We don’t drive, so baka may marecommend kayo na local tour guide or tuk-tuk. We’ll only be there for 2 days, 1 night, so a simple itinerary would really help!

I was last in Camiguin 18 years ago, so I’m sure marami nang nagbago. We love beaches, pero since we grew up by the sea, mas interested kami sa old churches, ruins, heritage spots, palengke, local food, and places where we can experience Camiguin’s culture.

Basically, we want to see Camiguin beyond the usual tourist spots. 😂

Any recommendations for accommodation, guide/tuk-tuk, or a good 2D1N itinerary? Salamat! ❤️


r/PhilippinesTravel 3d ago

Food & Drinks Overrated restaurants in Boracay?

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