Activities that You Just Cannot Miss
In Philippines

The Philippines offers countless destinations to see, adventures to experience and activities to do. The country is blessed with a rich environment- lush forests, tropical islands, white sand beaches, lakes, rivers, mountains- and english speaking  friendly, artistic and hardworking people who are always happy to welcome visitors and friends. Here is a list of things to do in the Philippines to help you plan and maximize your trip. Do all for a unique and complete travel experience- a guaranteed unforgettable vacation.
Go on a beach holiday: The Philippines is a tropical country with one of the longest coastlines in Asia at 36,289 kilometers has numerous beaches with fine powdery white sand and clean, clear and cool blue waters. Bask in the warm tropical sun and get the perfect tan that will be the envy of your friends back home. Top Philippine beach locations: Boracay Island, Aklan; El Nido, Palawan; Camiguin Island; Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte; Puerto Galera, Mindoro; Nasugbu and Lian in Batangas; Ternate in Cavite.
Dive: The Philippines is Asia's Dive Capital. If you are a diving enthusiast- amateur or professional, or someone who is looking for an underwater experience of a lifetime, then you must go to the Philippines if only for the reason that the country has the highest density of coral species in the world. Philippine seas are some of the most bio-diverse and marine-rich waters in the world and home to a diverse species of aquatic resources. Amateur divers can train and get their licenses at any of the diving training centers located in diving spots Anilao, Puerto Galera and Boracay. After which dive in some of the best wreck diving sites in the world or experience the fantastic marine life in both Palawan and Verde Island in Mindoro Oriental.
Engage in your favourite outdoor sport : Enjoy a wide variety of sports adventures in the Philippines. Different locations cater to a specific activities: play a few rounds of golf in the different golf courses around the country designed by some of the most famous golf celebrities in the world; Snorkel and interact with the "gentle giants"- the whale sharks ; Surf in Siargao Island, Camarines Sur ; climb the country's highest peak at 9,689 feet- Mt. Apo- in Davao City, trek Mt. Pinatubo or explore the Callao caves in Cagayan province; go white river rafting in Chico River or in Cagayan de Oro River; go kayaking and canoeing in Palawan; windsurf in Lake Caliraya or in Taal Lake, kite surf in Boracay, wakeboard in Pili, Camarines Sur.
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. Try this and other spa treatments at the Nurture Spa in Tagaytay, Mandala Spa in Boracay, Sanctuario Spa in Manila, Chi Spa Village in Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu, and at The Farm at San Benito in Batangas.
Shop: Shopping in the Philippines is an experience both in bargain and variety. Most shopping places or Malls in Manila, Makati, Cebu and Davao virtually have everything that you will need- from designer western brands to items specifically designed for the tourist market. Around the country, specifically in city centers, Tiangges or the Filipino version of flea markets abound offering quality items at bargain prices. In Manila shop at the third largest mall in the world Mall of Asia, Robinson Place, Balikbayan Handicrafts, Tutuban Center Mall and at the San Andres Market (for fresh fruits and other produce). In Makati and its surrounding areas, shop at Greenbelt, Glorietta, Landmark Department Store, Megamall, Shangri-La Mall.  In Cebu, check out the Ayala Center, the Gaisano Malls, Robinson's Place, SM City, and for native delicacies, fresh produce and fresh and dried seafood, go to the Carbon and Tabo-an Markets. In Davao, shop at Aldevinco Shopping Center (for fabrics, batik, carvings) Victoria Plaza, Gaisano Mall and at the New City Commercial Center department store.  An experience not to be missed in flea market-shopping is at Greenhills and and Tiendecitas., where shoppers can buy clothes, shoes, bags, pearls and handicraft items with big discounts, depending on charm and good bargaining skills.
Party: There is an abundance of places to go to and enjoy a night out in the Philippines. Every major city of the country has a number of nightlife activity hubs with restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs and karaoke bars all promising a good time of fun and entertainment. In the country's financial district Makati, there is the Greenbelt, Glorietta, The Fort, Jupiter St. and J. P. Rizal Street. In the city's capital, Manila, nightlife is diverse. There is something for everybody in Malate, and in the newly revitalized Roxas Boulevard and its Baywalk. Quezon City is a popular destination of locals as the club prices are a little lower than those in Makati. Most clubs are close to each other so common to bar hop. The nightlife of Subic in the province of Zambales, is known all over the world because of its history as a former rest and recreation center of the US Navy. The city is still teeming with nightlife activities as the Subic Free Trade Port is home to a lot of expatriates from other foreign countries as well and it is now a major Tourist hub. The ultimate island-nightlife location in the Philippines is Boracay Island in the province of Aklan. The island is known for its carefree attitude, and the island is home to a lot of clubs and bars on the beach: Bazzura, Hey Jude, D' Mall, and the Station 2 establishments.