A 13 hour direct flight from London, the Philippines is perfect for a paradise escape with diverse, authentic cultures and plenty of accommodation options, from luxury beach resorts to water cottages, sail boats, and tribal huts. There are more than 7600 islands in the Philippines, with 15,500km of stunning coastline. The country’s location within the Coral Triangle makes for some incredible diving experiences, plus it’s blessed with a tropical climate, offering warm sunshine pretty much all year round.
Palawan, an idyllic archipelago in the Philippines is widely considered as one of the finest islands in the world. It’s a great island hopping hotspot with a choice of 1780 unspoilt islands filled with white sand beaches, underground caves, dramatic rock formations, coral reefs, lakes, rivers, and so much more. The Tubbatha Reefs National Park is located in Palawan, home to one of Southeast Asia’s best coral reefs, covering 33,200 hectares.
The tropical island of Siargao in the southern Philippines is another must-visit island, best known for its outdoor adventures such as kayaking, cave swimming, and cliff jumping. Siargao is nicknamed the surfing capital of the Philippines and is considered as a hidden gem, offering an authentic travel experience. Then there’s Boracay, a tiny island situated in the western Philippines and one of the country’s top diving locations with unforgettable diving and cave excursions, plus tranquil beaches and stunning ocean sunsets.
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