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Philippines
Philippines
El Nido, Philippines
The Philippines, a cluster of more than 7,000 islands, is defined by lively cities, exotic beaches, emerald rice terraces, aquamarine seas, smouldering volcanoes and smiling people. Holidaymakers will find a confluence of Spanish, American and Asian cultures coupled with diverse experiences, scenery and entertainment, perfect for an idyllic getaway or a fun-filled family holiday. Tropical islands, beautiful flora and fauna, clear warm water and vast coral reefs make this country a true diver’s paradise. Shoppers will find the Philippines to be one of Asia’s most inexpensive destinations.
Horse-drawn kalesa, Vigan City
Chocolate Hills, Bohol
Best of Philippines
Jewels of the North
Of the top 10 largest shopping malls in the world, three are found in the Philippines.
Discover the amazing Chocolate Hills in Bohol and the walled city of Intramuros in Manila. Experience a whale shark interaction adventure in Oslob and enjoy the tropical islands of Cebu and Bohol with breathtaking white sand beaches and crystal blue waters.
Travel to the north of the country and admire the arresting inland beauty of Luzon. Discover the secrets of ancient Ifugao burial caves in Sagada, and explore rice terraces in Banaue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also soak in the colonial charm of Vigan and learn about colonial history in llocos Norte.
The Philippines is the world’s largest exporter of coconuts and tropical fruits, such as papaya and mangosteen.
Day 1: Cebu You will be met on arrival at Cebu International Airport and transferred to your hotel, where you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 1: Clark On arrival in Clark, you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 2: Cebu (115 kilometres) Take an early morning drive to Oslob, on the southwest coast of Cebu Island and embark on a whale shark watching boat trip. Watch or swim with the whale sharks, while they swim gracefully in crystal blue waters.
Day 2: Banaue (285 kilometres) Travel north through Cagayan Valley road until the town of Bagabag in Nueva Vizcaya and continue through stunning mountainous landscapes to Banaue.
Did you know?
7 days/6 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour
The Philippines are named after King Philip II of Spain.
Diving in Bohol
7 days/6 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour
Day 3-4: Cebu – Bohol Transfer to the pier to take a ferry ride to Bohol Island. Discover this fascinating island over the next two days. Visit Tagbilaran City, drive to Bohol’s countryside and visit the Chocolate Hills – several hundreds of uniformly shaped limestone hills – and get close to a tarsier, one of the smallest known primates.
At a glance Capital city: Manila
Day 5: Bohol – Manila Proceed to the Tagbilaran airport for your flight to Manila. On arrival in Manila you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Emirates gateways: • Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport • Mactan-Cebu International Airport • Clark International Airport
Day 6: Manila This morning, tour Manila city and visit Rizal Park, Intramuros, Fort Santiago, San Augustin Church and Casa Manila. Drive by Quiapo district, the old downtown area, and the flower market. You have the rest of the day at your leisure.
Distance from airport to city centre: • Manila: 10 kilometres • Cebu: 15 kilometres • Clark: 7 kilometres
Day 7: Manila Spend the day at your leisure. Indulge in some last minute shopping in the Ayala Center before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.
Tarsier
Sinulog Festival, Cebu
Time zone: GMT + 8 hours Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP): USD 1 = PHP 45.23
SOUTH CHINA SEA
Languages: The official languages are Filipino and English.
Luzon SOUTH CHINA SEA
Manila
Philippines El Nido
Day 5: Vigan (161 kilometres) Drive through high mountain passes with spectacular views of the Cordilleras until you reach the town of Cervantes. Once you reach the agricultural towns, you’ll spot barns used for tobacco curing and a scenic backdrop of rice and corn fields. Day 6: Laoag (82 kilometres) Stroll along the cobbled streets of Mena Crisologo with old colonial houses and horse-drawn carriages known as kalesa. After a picnic lunch drive to Ilocos Norte and stop at a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fortress-like church of St. Augustine in Paoay. Pause briefly at St. Williams Cathedral and its Sinking Bell Tower before you continue on to your hotel.
SOUTH CHINA SEA
PHILIPPINE SEA
Manila
Events: • Manila Black Nazarene (January) • Cebu Sinolug Festival (January) • Boracay International Fun Board Cup (January) • Manila Serenata Festival (February) • Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival (February) • Manila Aliwan Festival (April) • Philippine Shopping Festival (October – November)
Day 4: Bontoc – Sagada (245 kilometres) Set out on a morning drive north towards Bontoc to visit Bontoc Museum and then continue the scenic drive to Sagada where you will explore the Ifugao burial caves.
Day 7: Laoag Transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Manila.
Clark
When to visit: Any time is good to visit the Philippines. The driest months are from January to May, with the period from June to September seeing more rainfall.
Day 3: Banaue Board a local jeepney for a ride to Bangaan village and continue to a vantage point to admire the 2,000-year-old rice terraces. Visit the town’s local market, mingle with the locals and view the vast array of handicrafts on sale.
Vigan
PHILIPPINE SEA
SULU SEA
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Bohol
PHILIPPINE SEA
Mindanao Cebu
Malaysia
Philippines
Banaue
Cebu
Palawan
Abra Cordillera Mountains
Sagada Bontoc
Boracay
Puerto Princesa
Jeepney
Laoag
By air By sea
Bohol
Clark By air By road
Manila
Extend your holiday with a stay in an island resort in Palawan.
1
Philippines
Philippines
El Nido, Philippines
The Philippines, a cluster of more than 7,000 islands, is defined by lively cities, exotic beaches, emerald rice terraces, aquamarine seas, smouldering volcanoes and smiling people. Holidaymakers will find a confluence of Spanish, American and Asian cultures coupled with diverse experiences, scenery and entertainment, perfect for an idyllic getaway or a fun-filled family holiday. Tropical islands, beautiful flora and fauna, clear warm water and vast coral reefs make this country a true diver’s paradise. Shoppers will find the Philippines to be one of Asia’s most inexpensive destinations.
Horse-drawn kalesa, Vigan City
Chocolate Hills, Bohol
Best of Philippines
Jewels of the North
Of the top 10 largest shopping malls in the world, three are found in the Philippines.
Discover the amazing Chocolate Hills in Bohol and the walled city of Intramuros in Manila. Experience a whale shark interaction adventure in Oslob and enjoy the tropical islands of Cebu and Bohol with breathtaking white sand beaches and crystal blue waters.
Travel to the north of the country and admire the arresting inland beauty of Luzon. Discover the secrets of ancient Ifugao burial caves in Sagada, and explore rice terraces in Banaue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also soak in the colonial charm of Vigan and learn about colonial history in llocos Norte.
The Philippines is the world’s largest exporter of coconuts and tropical fruits, such as papaya and mangosteen.
Day 1: Cebu You will be met on arrival at Cebu International Airport and transferred to your hotel, where you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 1: Clark On arrival in Clark, you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 2: Cebu (115 kilometres) Take an early morning drive to Oslob, on the southwest coast of Cebu Island and embark on a whale shark watching boat trip. Watch or swim with the whale sharks, while they swim gracefully in crystal blue waters.
Day 2: Banaue (285 kilometres) Travel north through Cagayan Valley road until the town of Bagabag in Nueva Vizcaya and continue through stunning mountainous landscapes to Banaue.
Did you know?
7 days/6 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour
The Philippines are named after King Philip II of Spain.
Diving in Bohol
7 days/6 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour
Day 3-4: Cebu – Bohol Transfer to the pier to take a ferry ride to Bohol Island. Discover this fascinating island over the next two days. Visit Tagbilaran City, drive to Bohol’s countryside and visit the Chocolate Hills – several hundreds of uniformly shaped limestone hills – and get close to a tarsier, one of the smallest known primates.
At a glance Capital city: Manila
Day 5: Bohol – Manila Proceed to the Tagbilaran airport for your flight to Manila. On arrival in Manila you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Emirates gateways: • Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport • Mactan-Cebu International Airport • Clark International Airport
Day 6: Manila This morning, tour Manila city and visit Rizal Park, Intramuros, Fort Santiago, San Augustin Church and Casa Manila. Drive by Quiapo district, the old downtown area, and the flower market. You have the rest of the day at your leisure.
Distance from airport to city centre: • Manila: 10 kilometres • Cebu: 15 kilometres • Clark: 7 kilometres
Day 7: Manila Spend the day at your leisure. Indulge in some last minute shopping in the Ayala Center before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.
Tarsier
Sinulog Festival, Cebu
Time zone: GMT + 8 hours Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP): USD 1 = PHP 45.23
SOUTH CHINA SEA
Languages: The official languages are Filipino and English.
Luzon SOUTH CHINA SEA
Manila
Philippines El Nido
Day 5: Vigan (161 kilometres) Drive through high mountain passes with spectacular views of the Cordilleras until you reach the town of Cervantes. Once you reach the agricultural towns, you’ll spot barns used for tobacco curing and a scenic backdrop of rice and corn fields. Day 6: Laoag (82 kilometres) Stroll along the cobbled streets of Mena Crisologo with old colonial houses and horse-drawn carriages known as kalesa. After a picnic lunch drive to Ilocos Norte and stop at a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fortress-like church of St. Augustine in Paoay. Pause briefly at St. Williams Cathedral and its Sinking Bell Tower before you continue on to your hotel.
SOUTH CHINA SEA
PHILIPPINE SEA
Manila
Events: • Manila Black Nazarene (January) • Cebu Sinolug Festival (January) • Boracay International Fun Board Cup (January) • Manila Serenata Festival (February) • Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival (February) • Manila Aliwan Festival (April) • Philippine Shopping Festival (October – November)
Day 4: Bontoc – Sagada (245 kilometres) Set out on a morning drive north towards Bontoc to visit Bontoc Museum and then continue the scenic drive to Sagada where you will explore the Ifugao burial caves.
Day 7: Laoag Transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Manila.
Clark
When to visit: Any time is good to visit the Philippines. The driest months are from January to May, with the period from June to September seeing more rainfall.
Day 3: Banaue Board a local jeepney for a ride to Bangaan village and continue to a vantage point to admire the 2,000-year-old rice terraces. Visit the town’s local market, mingle with the locals and view the vast array of handicrafts on sale.
Vigan
PHILIPPINE SEA
SULU SEA
Philippines
Bohol
PHILIPPINE SEA
Mindanao Cebu
Malaysia
Philippines
Banaue
Cebu
Palawan
Abra Cordillera Mountains
Sagada Bontoc
Boracay
Puerto Princesa
Jeepney
Laoag
By air By sea
Bohol
Clark By air By road
Manila
Extend your holiday with a stay in an island resort in Palawan.
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Cebu
Boracay
White Beach, Boracay
Cebu is the oldest city in the Philippines and second only to Manila in commercial and cultural importance. In contrast to the lively metropolis, Cebu is the ideal gateway to 167 peaceful islands fringed with pristine white sandy beaches where coral reefs harbour a colourful world of tropical marine life. This Queen City of the South has gained wide popularity for its excellent resorts, world-class golf courses and superb diving areas.
Ibiza Beach Club
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
★★★★★
This hotel is nestled in six hectares of lush gardens and boasts a private beach. Well-appointed guest rooms combine both comfort and style with their contemporary Asian style, while the luxurious private villas feature individual plunge pools. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Set amidst a lush tropical garden retreat on a beautiful beach cove, this luxury resort houses an array of activities including windsurfing, diving and snorkelling. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. 530 rooms and suites, four restaurants, four bars, 24-hour room service, children’s activities and playground, outdoor pools, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, golf and water sports.
★★★★★
290 rooms, suites and villas, four restaurants, bar, room service, shop, children’s playground, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and water sports.
Boracay, The Philippines’ Crown Jewel, is a seven-kilometre-long tropical island surrounded by stunning white sand beaches and clear blue waters, located about an hour’s flight from Cebu or Manila. White Beach area is one of the most famous stretches of beach in the country and is about four kilometres long lined with resorts and houses. Water sport enthusiasts will appreciate activities such as sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, diving and jet skiing.
Solana Cabana
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
The Lind Boracay
★★★★★
★★★★★
Set within tropical gardens on a private beach, this Mediterranean-inspired hotel offers contemporarystyled guest rooms and suites with views of Mactan Island. Ibiza Beach Club serves authentic grill dishes accompanied by world-class entertainment. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Surrounded by a lush hillside overlooking the ocean, this spectacular resort provides a luxurious and secluded hideaway with an impressive variety of restaurants and leisure facilities such as Eco Centre and Dive Centre. The resort is a 10-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport.
Situated on the beach front of the White Beach’s Station 1, The Lind Boracay features contemporary rooms and suites, lush greenery, sprawling swimming pools and a world-class spa. Guests can experience every indulgence in coastal living without ever leaving the hotel. D’Mall Boracay shopping area is about a 15-minute walk away. The resort is a 15-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport.
219 rooms, suites and villas, four restaurants, three bars, 24-hour room service, shop, children’s activities and playground, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, tennis court and water sports.
119 rooms and suites, two restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, children’s playground, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and massage treatments.
245 rooms and suites, three restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, outdoor pool, children’s pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
Boracay Regency Beach Resort & Spa
★★★★★
★★★★ Nestled on the beachfront of White Beach, this resort is just a short walk from the bustling shops and restaurants in D’Mall and Talipapa. Variety of restaurants and a comprehensive spa with exclusive line of treatments make the hotel a perfect choice for an enjoyable holiday. The resort is a 10-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport. 302 rooms and suites, four restaurants, two bars, room service, shop, babysitting, three swimming pools, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and water sports.
Make the most of your holiday
Make the most of your holiday
On our half-day Cebu City Heritage tour, visit the majestic Taoist Temple, Carbon Market, Basilica de San Agustin, Magellan’s Cross and Casa Gorodo.
Explore Boracay and the small neighbouring islands, feast your eyes on the amazing scenery, and go snorkelling to get a glimpse of the thriving sea life on a half-day Island Hopping tour.
Take a ferry ride to Bohol on a full-day Fascinating Bohol tour. Visit the Philippine Tarsier Foundation to learn more about tarsiers in their natural habitat, and admire the view of Chocolate Hills, which change colour with the seasons.
Join the half-day Boracay Cruising in Style tour to cruise on board a luxury Catamaran and discover the stunning beauty of surrounding islands.
On a full-day Whale Shark Watching tour, drive to Oslob and exprience a unique adventure of interacting with the whale sharks. Board a motorised outrigger banca (boat) to discover the underwater jewels of Cebu and nearby islands on a half-day Cebu island hopping tour.
Insider tips
Insider tips
• The landmark of Boracay, Willy’s Rock, is one place you shouldn’t miss when you visit the island. Shaped like a volcanic formation, Willy’s Rock is a perfect spot for picture-taking from sunrise to sunset.
• Stroll around to see the local products and crafts in Carbon Market or Tabo Sa Banay. Shop to your heart’s content at elegant Ayala and SM malls.
• Head to the beach path and D’ Mall for unique souvenirs and the chance to have your slippers personalised.
• If you are a handmade guitar fan visit the guitar shops in Lapu-Lapu City or in metropolitan Cebu City.
• Don’t miss the top five Boracay parties: Full Moon, Black Moon, Halloween, La Boracay and New Year.
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Cebu
Boracay
White Beach, Boracay
Cebu is the oldest city in the Philippines and second only to Manila in commercial and cultural importance. In contrast to the lively metropolis, Cebu is the ideal gateway to 167 peaceful islands fringed with pristine white sandy beaches where coral reefs harbour a colourful world of tropical marine life. This Queen City of the South has gained wide popularity for its excellent resorts, world-class golf courses and superb diving areas.
Ibiza Beach Club
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
★★★★★
This hotel is nestled in six hectares of lush gardens and boasts a private beach. Well-appointed guest rooms combine both comfort and style with their contemporary Asian style, while the luxurious private villas feature individual plunge pools. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Set amidst a lush tropical garden retreat on a beautiful beach cove, this luxury resort houses an array of activities including windsurfing, diving and snorkelling. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. 530 rooms and suites, four restaurants, four bars, 24-hour room service, children’s activities and playground, outdoor pools, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, golf and water sports.
★★★★★
290 rooms, suites and villas, four restaurants, bar, room service, shop, children’s playground, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and water sports.
Boracay, The Philippines’ Crown Jewel, is a seven-kilometre-long tropical island surrounded by stunning white sand beaches and clear blue waters, located about an hour’s flight from Cebu or Manila. White Beach area is one of the most famous stretches of beach in the country and is about four kilometres long lined with resorts and houses. Water sport enthusiasts will appreciate activities such as sailing, windsurfing, snorkelling, diving and jet skiing.
Solana Cabana
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
The Lind Boracay
★★★★★
★★★★★
Set within tropical gardens on a private beach, this Mediterranean-inspired hotel offers contemporarystyled guest rooms and suites with views of Mactan Island. Ibiza Beach Club serves authentic grill dishes accompanied by world-class entertainment. Mactan-Cebu International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Surrounded by a lush hillside overlooking the ocean, this spectacular resort provides a luxurious and secluded hideaway with an impressive variety of restaurants and leisure facilities such as Eco Centre and Dive Centre. The resort is a 10-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport.
Situated on the beach front of the White Beach’s Station 1, The Lind Boracay features contemporary rooms and suites, lush greenery, sprawling swimming pools and a world-class spa. Guests can experience every indulgence in coastal living without ever leaving the hotel. D’Mall Boracay shopping area is about a 15-minute walk away. The resort is a 15-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport.
219 rooms, suites and villas, four restaurants, three bars, 24-hour room service, shop, children’s activities and playground, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, tennis court and water sports.
119 rooms and suites, two restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, children’s playground, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and massage treatments.
245 rooms and suites, three restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, outdoor pool, children’s pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
Boracay Regency Beach Resort & Spa
★★★★★
★★★★ Nestled on the beachfront of White Beach, this resort is just a short walk from the bustling shops and restaurants in D’Mall and Talipapa. Variety of restaurants and a comprehensive spa with exclusive line of treatments make the hotel a perfect choice for an enjoyable holiday. The resort is a 10-minute speedboat ride from Caticlan Airport. 302 rooms and suites, four restaurants, two bars, room service, shop, babysitting, three swimming pools, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and water sports.
Make the most of your holiday
Make the most of your holiday
On our half-day Cebu City Heritage tour, visit the majestic Taoist Temple, Carbon Market, Basilica de San Agustin, Magellan’s Cross and Casa Gorodo.
Explore Boracay and the small neighbouring islands, feast your eyes on the amazing scenery, and go snorkelling to get a glimpse of the thriving sea life on a half-day Island Hopping tour.
Take a ferry ride to Bohol on a full-day Fascinating Bohol tour. Visit the Philippine Tarsier Foundation to learn more about tarsiers in their natural habitat, and admire the view of Chocolate Hills, which change colour with the seasons.
Join the half-day Boracay Cruising in Style tour to cruise on board a luxury Catamaran and discover the stunning beauty of surrounding islands.
On a full-day Whale Shark Watching tour, drive to Oslob and exprience a unique adventure of interacting with the whale sharks. Board a motorised outrigger banca (boat) to discover the underwater jewels of Cebu and nearby islands on a half-day Cebu island hopping tour.
Insider tips
Insider tips
• The landmark of Boracay, Willy’s Rock, is one place you shouldn’t miss when you visit the island. Shaped like a volcanic formation, Willy’s Rock is a perfect spot for picture-taking from sunrise to sunset.
• Stroll around to see the local products and crafts in Carbon Market or Tabo Sa Banay. Shop to your heart’s content at elegant Ayala and SM malls.
• Head to the beach path and D’ Mall for unique souvenirs and the chance to have your slippers personalised.
• If you are a handmade guitar fan visit the guitar shops in Lapu-Lapu City or in metropolitan Cebu City.
• Don’t miss the top five Boracay parties: Full Moon, Black Moon, Halloween, La Boracay and New Year.
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Upgrade your flights to Business or First Class and fly in style.
Enrich your holiday with one of our handpicked excursions.
3
Manila and Clark
Palawan
Palawan is the largest island group in the Philippines, with more than 1,770 small islands, set apart by its tropical forests. The west coast areas with their rock formations and the underwater river near Sabang attract nature lovers and adventurers. Located in the northern part with a picturesque bay surrounded by high and steep marble rock formations, the El Nido area offers magnificent landscape scenery. The white sandy beaches and the colourful coral reefs convert this island into a little piece of paradise on earth.
Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island
El Nido Resorts Lagen Island
★★★★★
★★★★★
Away from the bustle of the city, just a five-minute drive from Puerto Princesa International Airport, this resort in Puerto Princesa combines its Asian-themed architecture with the untouched beauty of nature. Choose among spacious suites and villas and indulge in an array of in-room comforts.
Located on the beach on Pangulasian Island, this El Nido resort is a little hidden paradise with a beautiful wide private beach and turquoise waters. With a marine sanctuary right on its doorstep, this resort is a diver’s dream. El Nido airport is a 40-minute boat ride away.
Nestled between a lush four-hectare forest and a calm and shallow lagoon, Lagen Island in El Nido, Northern Palawan, offers a scenic landscape with crystal clear waters that fascinates those seeking a relaxing holiday on a tranquil island. El Nido airport is a 50-minute boat ride away.
78 rooms, suites and villas, three restaurants, bar, room service, shop, children’s playground, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, mini golf and water sports.
42 villas, restaurant, two bars, room service, shop, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
50 rooms, suites and cottages, restaurant, bar, room service, shop, children’s activities, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
On a half-day Puerto Princesa tour, discover more about Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan province, crocodile farms, the pineapple fiber weavers and the lwahig Penal Colony, a Spanish regime prison. Join an exciting full-day Underground River tour to explore the awe-inspiring undergroud river on paddled canoes in Sabang. Head over to the Golden Pearl farms of Palawan and witness the birth of nature’s most exquisite jewel on our three-day Golden Pearl Safari tour.
Insider tips • In Puerto Princesa visit Mitra Ranch and try the Rancho Zipline Adventure. • Try Nido soup (Bird Nest soup) in El Nido. Its name was derived from El Nido town since the nests are harvested from the high cliffs of the region. • Visit the Tabon Cave in Puerto Princesa where the remains of the oldest Homo sapiens were found, dating back to 47,000 years ago. Corals in Bocas Del Toro
Manila
Makati Shangri-La
Located on the west coast of Luzon, Manila offers a magnificent view of the world-famous Manila Bay with its golden sunset. As a result of the Philippines’ long association with Spain and America, this lively metropolis is one of the most westernised of Asian cities today. The influence of the American involvement in the first half of the 20th century is prominently seen in the number of jeepneys. In the heart of Manila is found the ‘Walled City’ – Intramuros – constructed during Spain’s colonization period. Manila is a shopping dreamland with malls such as the SM Mall of Asia, which is listed among the world’s largest. Makati, the commercial hub of Metro Manila, boasts department stores, designer boutiques and art galleries.
★★★★★ Situated at the centre of Manila’s most prestigious business, shopping and entertainment district of Makati, this award-winning hotel offer elegantly designed spacious room with maximum comfort.
New World Makati Hotel ★★★★
The hotel’s restaurants are known throughout the Philippines for their quality.
Ideally located in the heart of Makati, this world-class hotel features stylish rooms and suites with a modern vibe and hints of oriental influence. The hotel is close to the fashionable Greenbelt Mall while the Glorietta shopping complex is just a short walk away.
699 rooms and suites, seven restaurants, three bars, 24-hour room service, shopping arcade, babysitting, outdoor and kids’ pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and tennis court.
584 rooms and suites, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and massage treatments.
★★★★
Make the most of your holiday
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Greenbelt Shopping Mall
Fort Santiago - Intramuros
Palawan
Red-Eyed Tree Frog
Discover the true beauty of the Philippines’ South Sea Pearls with a 3-day Golden Pearl Safari.
Crater Lake of Mt. Pinatubo
Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival
Clark
Holiday Inn Clark
Lewis Grand Hotel
In the heart of the Central Luzon region in Pampanga province, Clark is a sprawling, cosmopolitan metropolis that offers places of interest, a host of events and activities like Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival. You can stroll around the variety of duty-free shops, SM City Clark shopping mall, bars and restaurants located inside the Freeport Zone. Adventure enthusiasts can try hot air ballooning, visit Puning Hot Spring, swim along the chilly waters of Haduan Falls or go for an aerial or trekking tour of Mt. Pinatubo. For a wildlife experience join a Zoobic safari tour in Subic Bay to ride through a tiger enclosure.
★★★★
★★★★
Nestled within the beautifully landscaped Mimosa Leisure Estate, just a five-minute drive from Clark International Airport, this ‘Americanstyle’ hotel is ideally located in Clark Freeport Zone and offers understated elegance in a world-class setting.
Situated between the world-famous Walking Street Angeles City and upper Fields Avenue, just a 10-minute drive from Clark International Airport, this charming hotel offers spacious rooms with all comfort amenities. The hotel is within a short drive of several tourist attractions such as the Mimosa Golf and Country Club and Fontana Water Park.
331 rooms and suites, two restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and table tennis.
69 rooms and suites, restaurant, bar, room service, outdoor pool and fitness centre.
Extend your holiday with a stay at a beach resort in Cebu or Boracay.
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Manila and Clark
Palawan
Palawan is the largest island group in the Philippines, with more than 1,770 small islands, set apart by its tropical forests. The west coast areas with their rock formations and the underwater river near Sabang attract nature lovers and adventurers. Located in the northern part with a picturesque bay surrounded by high and steep marble rock formations, the El Nido area offers magnificent landscape scenery. The white sandy beaches and the colourful coral reefs convert this island into a little piece of paradise on earth.
Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa
El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island
El Nido Resorts Lagen Island
★★★★★
★★★★★
Away from the bustle of the city, just a five-minute drive from Puerto Princesa International Airport, this resort in Puerto Princesa combines its Asian-themed architecture with the untouched beauty of nature. Choose among spacious suites and villas and indulge in an array of in-room comforts.
Located on the beach on Pangulasian Island, this El Nido resort is a little hidden paradise with a beautiful wide private beach and turquoise waters. With a marine sanctuary right on its doorstep, this resort is a diver’s dream. El Nido airport is a 40-minute boat ride away.
Nestled between a lush four-hectare forest and a calm and shallow lagoon, Lagen Island in El Nido, Northern Palawan, offers a scenic landscape with crystal clear waters that fascinates those seeking a relaxing holiday on a tranquil island. El Nido airport is a 50-minute boat ride away.
78 rooms, suites and villas, three restaurants, bar, room service, shop, children’s playground, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments, mini golf and water sports.
42 villas, restaurant, two bars, room service, shop, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
50 rooms, suites and cottages, restaurant, bar, room service, shop, children’s activities, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and water sports.
On a half-day Puerto Princesa tour, discover more about Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan province, crocodile farms, the pineapple fiber weavers and the lwahig Penal Colony, a Spanish regime prison. Join an exciting full-day Underground River tour to explore the awe-inspiring undergroud river on paddled canoes in Sabang. Head over to the Golden Pearl farms of Palawan and witness the birth of nature’s most exquisite jewel on our three-day Golden Pearl Safari tour.
Insider tips • In Puerto Princesa visit Mitra Ranch and try the Rancho Zipline Adventure. • Try Nido soup (Bird Nest soup) in El Nido. Its name was derived from El Nido town since the nests are harvested from the high cliffs of the region. • Visit the Tabon Cave in Puerto Princesa where the remains of the oldest Homo sapiens were found, dating back to 47,000 years ago. Corals in Bocas Del Toro
Manila
Makati Shangri-La
Located on the west coast of Luzon, Manila offers a magnificent view of the world-famous Manila Bay with its golden sunset. As a result of the Philippines’ long association with Spain and America, this lively metropolis is one of the most westernised of Asian cities today. The influence of the American involvement in the first half of the 20th century is prominently seen in the number of jeepneys. In the heart of Manila is found the ‘Walled City’ – Intramuros – constructed during Spain’s colonization period. Manila is a shopping dreamland with malls such as the SM Mall of Asia, which is listed among the world’s largest. Makati, the commercial hub of Metro Manila, boasts department stores, designer boutiques and art galleries.
★★★★★ Situated at the centre of Manila’s most prestigious business, shopping and entertainment district of Makati, this award-winning hotel offer elegantly designed spacious room with maximum comfort.
New World Makati Hotel ★★★★
The hotel’s restaurants are known throughout the Philippines for their quality.
Ideally located in the heart of Makati, this world-class hotel features stylish rooms and suites with a modern vibe and hints of oriental influence. The hotel is close to the fashionable Greenbelt Mall while the Glorietta shopping complex is just a short walk away.
699 rooms and suites, seven restaurants, three bars, 24-hour room service, shopping arcade, babysitting, outdoor and kids’ pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and tennis court.
584 rooms and suites, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and massage treatments.
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Make the most of your holiday
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Greenbelt Shopping Mall
Fort Santiago - Intramuros
Palawan
Red-Eyed Tree Frog
Discover the true beauty of the Philippines’ South Sea Pearls with a 3-day Golden Pearl Safari.
Crater Lake of Mt. Pinatubo
Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival
Clark
Holiday Inn Clark
Lewis Grand Hotel
In the heart of the Central Luzon region in Pampanga province, Clark is a sprawling, cosmopolitan metropolis that offers places of interest, a host of events and activities like Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival. You can stroll around the variety of duty-free shops, SM City Clark shopping mall, bars and restaurants located inside the Freeport Zone. Adventure enthusiasts can try hot air ballooning, visit Puning Hot Spring, swim along the chilly waters of Haduan Falls or go for an aerial or trekking tour of Mt. Pinatubo. For a wildlife experience join a Zoobic safari tour in Subic Bay to ride through a tiger enclosure.
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Nestled within the beautifully landscaped Mimosa Leisure Estate, just a five-minute drive from Clark International Airport, this ‘Americanstyle’ hotel is ideally located in Clark Freeport Zone and offers understated elegance in a world-class setting.
Situated between the world-famous Walking Street Angeles City and upper Fields Avenue, just a 10-minute drive from Clark International Airport, this charming hotel offers spacious rooms with all comfort amenities. The hotel is within a short drive of several tourist attractions such as the Mimosa Golf and Country Club and Fontana Water Park.
331 rooms and suites, two restaurants, two bars, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments and table tennis.
69 rooms and suites, restaurant, bar, room service, outdoor pool and fitness centre.
Extend your holiday with a stay at a beach resort in Cebu or Boracay.
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