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Philippines
1: Relax in a spa
There is nothing more relaxing than enjoying the traditional Filipino "healing" massage or touch therapy called Hilot. The soothing touch of this massage relaxes and heals tired muscles and aching joints.
2: Sky Divings
The country's affordable skydiving packages allow you to fulfill your dream of hurtling through the sky while marveling at the majestic views. The Skydiving Center in Tanauan, Batangas presents one of the most spectacular skydiving scenery in the world.
3: Historic Town of Vigan
Its architecture reflects the fusion of cultural elements from the Philippines, China and Europe, resulting in a culture and townscape that has no parallel anywhere in East and Southeast Asia.
4: Baroque Churches
The oldest stone church in the Philippines. As the best preserved example of an urban ecclesiastical complex in the Philippines, the compound serves not only as a historical document of the Spanish colonial heritage.
5: World's smallest monkey in Bohol
See the world's smallest monkey, the tarsier, on Bohol Island, also home to fascinating natural wonders that include hundreds of limestone hills resembling oversized chocolate drops, nicknamed the 'Chocolate Hills'.
6: Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park
Home to some of the world's most unique and beautiful coral reefs is the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park. Basically the park is a marine sanctuary, which is responsible for the protection and preservation of the Tubbataha atoll coral reef, owing to the various endangered species that are found here. It came into being in August 1988, when the then President of Philippines, Corazon Aquino, declared it a National Marine Park. Since then, it has been inscribed into the World Heritage Site in December 1993, by UNESCO, and has also been nominated as one of the modern seven wonders of nature.
7: Chocolate Hills (Bohol)
The Philippines boast of some of the most unique and mystical natural wonders. But none can match the popularity of the Chocolate Hills, which form the major tourist attraction in the central island of Bohol, otherwise known for its exotic beaches. These hills constitute an unusual geographical formation and still bewilder people all around the world. The number of small individual mould hills comprising the area is estimated to be anywhere around 1,268 to 1,776, covering a total area of more than 50sqkm, distributed through the towns of Batuan, Sagbayan, and Carmen.
8: Miag-ao Church in Iloilo
Built in yellow-orange sandstone, the large fortress-church of Miag-ao was completed in 1797. It served as a fortress against raids of marauding Moro pirates. The church is amazingly beautiful because of its two asymmetric pyramidal towers and its finely sculptured, yellow sandstone facade. Its facade's carving is the pinnacle of Filipino naive art, in which craftsmen abandon all restraints to interpret Western decorative styles in the local folk idiom.
9: Maria Cristina falls
In the suburbs of Iligan City lies the Philippines second highest waterfall, the Maria Cristina Falls. This waterfall is fed by the River Agus and is found on Mindanao Island. It is often used as a landmark, or representation, of the host city Iligan, which is also renowned as City of Majestic Waterfalls, as it possesses over 20 waterfalls in all. Maria Cristina Falls is often referred to as the twin falls, as the flow of water is separated by a rock at the brink of the fall. The fall is open to public viewing only on Sundays, and other days of special occasions, when the power plant is shut for an hour or so, allowing the river to return to its full flow.
10: Diving in the Calamian Islands
Although they have great beauty above the surface, these islands north of Palawan draw visitors primarily for their stunning collection of diveable WWII wrecks. For wreck diving closer to Manila, try Subic Bay, while other prime spots for scuba include Apo Island, Malapascua, Padre Burgos, Anilao and Puerto Galera.
11: Taoist Temple (Cebu City)
Perched high in the northern hills overlooking the city, the Taoist Temple is a symbol of the city's large and prosperous ethnic Chinese population. It's not one for temple aficionados; the architecture is functional and austere by Chinese standards. Nevertheless the trip here, past the gated mansions of exclusive Beverly Hills, is a good excuse to see how Cebu's wealthier citizens live, and the views over the city are noteworthy.
12: Mountain Biking
Whether you're a hardcore downhiller, or a jungle trail rider, or you simply crave for a leisure ride on flat bike trails, the Philippines is for you and you don't even have to go far from Manila. There are excellent bike bike trails in the outskirts of the capital namely those in San Mateo, Rizal, and Santa Rosa, Laguna. But for demanding technical riding, you must try out the Aeta Jungle Luge trail in Subic Bay Freeport, or head off to Baguio City. It's a jump-off point for many mountain bike trails that begin at the outskirts of the city and take riders as far as La Union and Nueva Vizcaya. Sagada is also a popular destination for mountain bikers. The Visaya Region is likewise dotted with dozens of trails like the Die Hard Trail in Loboc, Bohol.
13: Sea Kayaking
Paddling out to sea is a great way to commune with nature. Sea kayaking packages are widely available all over the archipelago, but the prime spot for the sport has to be the Calamian Islands off Palawan. There you will discover the pristine, palm-fringed limestone island that the indigenous people of the area, the Tagbanuas, have been exploring for generations. Subic Bay and Boracay, two major vacation spots, also offer sea kayaking.
14: Ultralight Flying/Helicopter Sightseeing
Ultralight flying is the most basic, elemental of light. It's also the most exhilarating. While it may be expensive in other parts of the world, it's well within your budget I the Philippines. Clark Field in Pampanga, a few hours north of Manila, has the most affordable Ultralight flying packages, allowing you to experience the sensation of flying without paying a fortune. A commendable safety record and world-class pilot support make ultralight flying in he Philippines as safe as it is thrilling.
15: Board Sports
These new board sorts are taking the Philippines by storm. Kiteboarding, where you ride the waves while tethered to a giant kite, has proven to be a huge attraction at the beach paradise of Boracay, is a mecca for boardsailing enthusiasts. Wakeboarding is a unique thrill especially at the Camsur Watersports Complex near Naga City, an hour's flight from Manila. This new, man-made watersports park is the epicenter for wakeboarding in the country.
16: Butterfly Sanctuary (Cebu)
It's hardly a place you'd expect butterflies to hang around, but hang around they do; from branches and leaves all over the garden of Julian Jumalon's home. You will receive a lecture and tour showing you butterflies in various stages of their lifecycle, and butterfly collections and artworks made from damaged butterfly wings - even a presidential portrait!
17: Python Cave (Puerto Galera)
About 3km out of town on the road to Tamaraw Falls, an unsignposted track winds 2km up to Python Cave. This large cavern is said to be home to a 2m-long python. Jeepney drivers are not likely to know the turn-off, so keep an eye peeled; the ride should cost around P15. A tricycle from town will cost around P400 return, or you could add a couple of hundred and do it on the way to the falls.
18: Hundred Islands National Park
This small national park off the coast of Alaminos contains 123 separate islets, although some are just large rocks. Over the centuries the tides have eaten away at the bases of these limestone islands, giving them a distinctive, mushroom like appearance. The friendly and useful Hundred Islands National Park office is on the wharf in barangay Lucap, the jumping off point to the national park. The three most popular islands are Quezon Island, Governor's Island and Children's Island, but you're definitely better off finding your own island on weekends, as these fill up with loads of large families and beach vendors.
19: Lake Taal & Taal Volcano
Taal Volcano, situated amidst the freshwater Taal Lake, in the Batangas province, in the Luzon islands in the Philippines, which is about 50 kilometers south of Manila, is a complex active volcano. Hot fumes and ashes are often sighted coming out of the mouth of the volcano. The Taal Lake, covering an area of 243 sq. kms, partially covers the Taal Caldera, which has been formed by the powerful prehistoric eruptions of the volcano. Mount Taal, on the other hand, rises up to a height of 984 feet, with the last violent eruption occurring as recent as 1970. Together, they present a very beautiful sight and picturesque views when seen from the Tagaytay Ridge, with the Taal Volcano enclosing another smaller lake in itself.
20: Banaue Rice Terraces
Referred to as the Eighth Wonder in today's Modern World by the Filipinos, the Banaue Rice Terraces are one of the Philippines' top tourist destinations. These terraces are said to have been carved into the mountains and hillsides by the ancestors of the local indigenous Ifugao tribes, and are 2-3,000 years old. It is also believed that these terraces were created with minimal to zero machinery and were carved mostly by hand so as to provide leveled steps, allowing the natives to plant and cultivate rice. Owing to its effectiveness, they find usage even till this day.