The Philippines struggles to rival other Asian countries in terms of international renown for its cuisine. This seems unfair, as the archipelago boasts one of the most unique and fun cuisines in the world. Here are some of the more unusual foods that can be tasted in the Philippines. A kwek kwek stall at night (Photo: Brian Dys Sahagun via Flickr) China, South Korea, Japan and Thailand are all considered eminent international cuisines. You can find restaurants selling variants of popular food from any one of these countries in practically any western city. Moreover, these restaurants are not ..read more

 Parts of the Philippines look almost as if they’ve been imagined for a sci-fi movie. This is particularly true of El Nido on the Philippines island of Palawan. The combination of sheer karst cliffs and improbably blue water is made even more special by how remote and underdeveloped it is. Although not exactly a secret, Palawan really is a special place because it combines all these factors. And when Alex Garland wrote his famous backpacking novel The Beach, the debauched setting may well have been Thailand, but he was actually staying in Palawan, The Philippines when the pristine beauty and ..read more

From unforgettable encounters with rare thresher sharks to gliding alongside turtles, the Philippines is a premium diving destination. Alongside a rich marine life, it offers cutting-edge dive centres and world-class diving resorts too.  (Photo: Sangat Island Resort) With 7641 islands to choose from, there’s an island in the Philippines for every taste. Its heady mix of cultures, breathtaking topography and unrivalled hospitality makes for an unforgettable trip, where island-hopping opportunities abound. Whether you’re looking for exclusive private islands or authentic and affordable lo ..read more