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21 Reasons to Visit the Philippines

Written by Patrick

The Philippines is an amazing place and has a lot to offer visitors.  There are many reasons to visit the Philippines.

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The following are our Top 21 Reasons to Visit the Philippines:

1 | Over 7,000 Islands to Explore

El Nido, Palawan

Caption: Beach in El Nido, Palawan

READ MORE: Islands of the Philippines | Island Guides

2 | Hundreds of Pristine White Sand Beaches

Beach in Boracay

Caption:  White Beach in Boracay Island

READ MORE: Top 10 Beaches in the Philippines

3 | Lots of Watersports: Swimming | Cliff Diving | Snorkeling | Surfing | Diving | Kite Surfing | etc.

Surfing in Siargao

Caption: Surfing in Siargao | Image Source

READ MORE: Top Surfing Spots in the Philippines

4 | The Friendly Filipino People

Friendly Filipino Teenagers

Caption: Friendly Filipino Teenagers

READ MORE: Faces of the Philippines

5 | Fun Festivals Every Month of the Year

Dinagyang Festival

Caption: Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo City

READ MORE: Amazing Festivals in the Philippines!

6 | Lots of Sunshine & Clear Skies 

Beach in Malcapuya Island

Caption: Beach in Malcapuya Island

7 | Colorful Sunrises & Sunsets 

Sunset at the Beach

Caption: Scenic Island Sunset

8 | The Unspoiled Nature is Breathtaking

Chocolate Hills in Bohol

Caption: Chocolate Hills in Bohol

9 | Hundreds of Waterfalls

Tinago Waterfalls

Caption: Tinago Waterfalls in Iligan

READ MORE: Guide to Top 10 Waterfalls in the Philippines

10 | Over 200 Volcanoes

Mayon Volcano

Caption: Mayon Volcano in Albay

READ MORE: Active Volcanoes of the Philippines

11 | Many Mountains to Climb

Mount Pulag

Caption: View Above Mount Pulag

READ MORE: Top Hiking Destinations in the Philippines | Mount Pulag

12 | Wildlife Everywhere

Palawan Peacock

Caption: The Palawan Peacock

READ MORE: Animals Unique to the Philippines

13 | Vibrant Marine Life

Marine Life

Caption: Philippine Marine Life

READ MORE: Marine Life in the Philippines

14 | Flavorful Food

Sisig

Caption: Sisig, A Favorite Filipino Food

READ MORE: Top 10 Favorite Filipino Foods

15 | Abundant Tropical Fruit 

Tropical Fruits

Caption: Tropical Fruits

READ MORE: Popular Tropical Fruits in the Philippines

16 | Explore Islands & Provinces by Motorbike

Explore by Bike

Caption: Exploring by Motorbike

17 | Hundreds of Years of History & Culture

The Manila Cathedral

Caption: The Manila Cathedral

READ MORE: Philippine Culture & Heritage

18 | Karaoke Everywhere

Karaoke

Caption: Karaoke in KTV

READ MORE: Karaoke: A Popular Pastime

19 | Fresh Seafood Daily: Local Fish, Shrimp, Prawns, Crab, Lobster, and Squid

Seafood

Caption: Philippine Seafood

READ MORE: Top Seafood Dishes in the Philippines

20 | Modern Shopping Malls in Every City & Town

Mall of Asia

Caption: Mall of Asia

READ MORE: Top 10 Largest Malls In The Philippines

21 | It’s More Fun in the Philippines 

Waterfall Splash

Caption: Cambugahay Waterfalls in Siquijor

READ MORE:  17 Things You MUST Do When in the Philippines

VIEW & DOWNLOAD:  The Ultimate Philippines Bucket List

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About the Author

Patrick

Patrick is an entrepreneur, digital nomad, explorer, and photographer. Patrick is always in search of fun and adventure. He is well travelled throughout the world, and although location independent, his home base is Phoenix, Arizona in the USA. Patrick loves island lifestyle which is no wonder why he is so interested in spending time in the Philippines with it’s over 7,000 islands. Patrick created this site to share his knowledge of and experiences in the Philippines with Filipinos as well as other foreigners.

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