The Philippines is an island country in Asia, attracting tourists from all over the world with a warm, humid climate, wonderful diving sites and a developed tourist infrastructure. The length of the coastline of all the islands of the country is more than 36 thousand km, from the south the Philippine shores are washed by the Sulawesi Sea, from the east by the Philippine Sea, and from the west and north-west by the South China Sea. The large number of hidden beaches and bays make yachting in this region of the world an attractive pastime even for sophisticated travelers. Yachtsmen cannot ignore the majestic cliffs approaching the seashore, the beauty of the wild jungle and the amazing underwater world of coral reefs with sunken ships along the coast of the Philippines.
All over the world, the Philippine coasts are famous for their diving; tourists are attracted here by a wide variety of underwater flora and fauna, the beauty of the bright and colorful world of coral reefs. In addition to diving, the Philippines is popular with water skiing, mountain climbing, skydiving, golf and other outdoor activities. When planning to travel along the Philippine shores, you should take into account the seasonality: from May to November, the rainy season reigns here, and with it come typhoons - storms with strong winds and rain. At the same time, the temperature on the coast is practically the same all year round and is kept at the level of 24-28 degrees Celsius.
The capital of the country is Manila, a huge crowded metropolis with many construction sites, a large number of cars on the streets and numerous jobs. A large number of architectural historical monuments (Catholic cathedrals, ancient forts), as well as museums are concentrated on the territory of Manila. In addition, Manila is a dynamic and modern city with a constantly evolving infrastructure, where you can find inexpensive accommodation and spend time enjoying local attractions.
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It is enough to look at the map of the Philippines to feel the attractiveness of the archipelago of the same name for any yachtsman. There are many islands in the sea, remote within a day's hike, with secluded bays and interesting natural sites that you will want to stay longer. Perhaps your sailing on a yacht will be somewhat complicated by the abundance of reefs, but the local beauties completely cover this shortcoming. The islands are also conveniently located for planning and organizing sea voyages from them to the nearby islands of neighboring Indonesia.
The locals in the Philippines are friendly, the water is amazingly clean, the cuisine is unique, and the corals are considered some of the best on the planet. To choose the best beach, you can choose from 7000 islands with white sand coastlines surrounded by turquoise waters. Of particular note are the beaches of Minilok Island in the west of the country, bordered by limestone cliffs with rich tropical vegetation cutting into the water. For marine life, head to the beaches of Honda Bay on Palawan Island, the country's westernmost and third largest. The waters around Starfish Island are well suited for snorkelling, where you can dive to observe red asterias, reef fish and other coral reef dwellers. In total, the waters near the numerous Philippine reefs are home to more than 3,000 fish species, about 20,000 species of molluscs and about 5,000 species of coral. It should be noted that due to the constant catch, corals are dying, as well as the population of other species of marine life is decreasing. A large number of popular and even rare species of fish are included in the dishes served in restaurants of oriental cuisine - chains are scattered everywhere and the country is not going to ease the load on biological resources. Despite this, the most curious travelers have every chance to observe untouched corals and other outlandish underwater inhabitants here.
Local weather depends on the winds - monsoons blow from the northeastern coast from November to April, which reverse direction during the rest of the year. Most of the moisture comes from the southwest monsoon, but typhoons are of the greatest concern, related to ocean warming - they are least active during the winter months. Northeasterly winds tend to weaken in the evening, so night crossings would be preferable if it were not for the numerous fishing devices that are unmarked at night and pose a serious danger to the yacht.
When planning a sailing trip in tropical waters, be sure to be aware of the ever-present heat that can be a problem for your boat. So, due to moisture and hot weather, the ropes quickly deteriorate, the same happens with the wiring, and rubber coatings can simply melt, even if not in direct sunlight.
Palawan Island (the largest and safest in the Philippines) is located in the west of the country, near the border with Indonesia and is a UNESCO protected nature reserve. Most of the island is occupied by jungle mountains, tropical thickets and mangrove forests. The main attraction of Palawan is the 8 km long underground river , which connects a network of caves. In addition, taking in yacht rental in the Philippines, such scenic places as: Onda Bay, cave complex Tabon and the resort areas of El Nido, Honda Bay, Arrecife, Busuanga and Port Barton. Among fans of diving, the Tubbataha Reef, which resembles an underwater paradise, is popular, and in Puerto Princesa, everyone can visit crocodile farms. Tourists go to Palawan not only for a quiet family pastime - the island has all the opportunities for outdoor activities (snorkeling, windsurfing and surfing, sailing, rafting, exotic fishing), and there are landscaped marinas on the coast.
The cuisine of the Philippines reflected centuries of trade relations with other countries, as well as periods of Spanish colonization. Most dishes are based on seafood with a touch of Spanish, Chinese and Western ingredients. In the La Estancia area, you can fish yourself to be cooked and served at its best - try homemade Filipino cuisine.
The Philippines is a country that can give you an unforgettable vacation, during which you will receive vivid impressions and genuine emotions. Every year, colorful carnivals of various themes are held here, and guests can enjoy incomparable spa treatments near the hot springs. We are sure that in the Philippines you can not only relax your soul, but also improve your health with your whole body and feel like the happiest person on the planet!