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A guide to solo female travel in the Philippines
If you’re a woman on a mission to conquer solo travel, take the plunge in the Philippines with our handy guide to help you find your way around the country.
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The journey from Coron to El Nido: A traveler review
If you`re thinking of going island hopping in the Philippines, specifically from Coron to El Nido, you have many ferry options. Narrow your options here.
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A practical guide to visiting the Banaue Rice Terraces
Visit the fascinating Banaue Rice Terraces & explore this popular UNESCO World Heritage site in the Philippines with our complete guide to the destination.
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MasterCard and Visa are the most widely accepted credit cards in the Philippines. That being said, it's always a good idea to have cash on you as many market stalls and less touristy areas are less likely to accept credit cards.
The standard voltage in the Philippines is 220V. There are three plug types in the Philippines: Types A, B and C.
It's recommended to have gotten the following vaccinations before visiting the Philippines: Measles, Polio, measles-mumps-rubella, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, Chickenpox, and your yearly flu shot. Additional vaccinations you should get are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Cholera, Hepatitis B, Japenese Encephalitis, Malaria, Rabies and Yellow Fever. We recommend double checking with the CDC or your doctor for more information about vaccinations you need before your trip.
These are the holidays celebrated in Philippines:
- Bataan Day
- Chinese New Year
- Eid al-Adha
- Eid al-Fitr
- Good Friday
- Labor Day
- Maundy Thursday
- National Heroes' Day
- New Year's
- Philippines Independence Day