A Y-shaped peninsula in Mindoro, Galera is known for its white sand beaches and prime dive spots. With its tropical climate and beach resorts, the town of Puerto Galera has been the destination of choice among the young, wherein they consider the place as a nearby (and cheaper!) Boracay. Sabang Beach, Small La Laguna Beach, Big La Laguna Beach, Coral Cove Beach, and Coco Beach are popular for being the best snorkeling and diving spots. White Beach has always been the most popular destination in Galera, together with Sabang, which is where the nightlife is.

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This island province has caught up with the rest of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. It’s most known for its splendid beaches and excellent dive spots, its cultural and historic sites such as the old Spanish churches, its being a premier spot for whale watching, its being home to the tarsier, and the renowned Chocolate Hills. Tagbiliran, the province’s capital, is one of the most popular islands, together with Panglao, Cabilao, Balicasag, Pamilacan, Jao, Mahanay, and Lapinin.

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The city of Cebu is likened to be the Metro Manila of the Visayas region. Being the oldest city in the Philippines, Cebu is home to a number of tourist destinations, such as world-class beach resorts like the Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa, the Magellan’s Cross, and the several magnificent islands in the province, such as Mactan, Camotes, Malapascua, and Bantayan.

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One of the dream destinations in the country, Palawan is home to the finest and world-class beach resorts in the Philippines. More commonly known as the “Last Frontier,” the untouched natural scene of Palawan is what makes people keep on coming back. Its natural scenery, beautiful offshore islands, and the number of dive spots are just a few of the province’s gems. Make sure to add to your itinerary the islands of Honda Bay, Puerto Princesa Bay, El Nido, Bacuit Archipelago Islands, Coron, and Busuanga.

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Olongapo, which used to be the station of the U.S. Navy, is now a popular spot, thanks to its Subic Bay Freeport Zone, which serves as the city’s primary industry. The city center is home to a number of hotels, clubs, and restaurants, and a short trip by land will take you to several beach resorts. The bay is considered as a high-class wreck-diving spot.

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Caliraya, which is a man-made lake in Laguna, is one of the top destinations of city-based tourists. Despite its artificiality, Caliraya has been a popular site for its board sailing conditions, also because it’s a mere three-hour drive from Manila. The steady winds in the area, up to 30 knots, make Caliraya ideal for sailing.

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Mainly visited for its natural and historial attractions, the province of Quezon has been a popular destination for the locals. Lucban, the province’s capital city, is most famous for its longganisa (which most definitely rivals the popularity of Pampanga’s) and the colorful and much-awaited annual Pahiyas Festival. The province is home to Mount Banahaw, a dormant volcano (with waterfalls, caves, and streams) that is believed to have healing powers. The province boasts of several white sand beaches, such as those in the Pagbilao Island, Puting Buhangin Beach, Coccoc Island, Binobombonan Island, and Ikulong Island.

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Aurora is among the most beautiful provinces in the Southern Tagalog region. It is known especially for its numerous surfing spots (some largely undeveloped), beautiful beaches, and spectacular mountain scenery. Its large forest reserve areas and the Sierra Madre Mountains make the province an ideal place for mountain climbing and nature trekking. Its capital is Baler, wherein the popular Sabang Beach is located, one of the most known surf spots.

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These group of islands, often referred to as the Home of the Winds, are located at the northernmost part of the country, scattered around the north of Luzon. Basco, its capital, is considered the smallest in the country, both in terms of land area and population. The landscape of Batanes has likened the province to foreign countries, such as New Zealand. The island of Batan, the biggest of the group, has a couple of white sand beaches. Batanes is also host to Chadpidan Beach and White Beach, both of which are ideal swimming spots.

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One of the provinces in the Southern Tagalog region, Batangas has always been popular for being the birthplace and home of some of the country’s notables. However, other than being famous for serving as a gateway to the industrial area and being a major producer of coffee, Batangas is known for its beaches and dive sites. Recently, the city of San Juan has been a popular destination of beach enthusiasts, with resorts such as La Luz, Kabayan, and Palm Beach.

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One of the most popular beaches in the south of Luzon, Matabungkay is a 2-kilometer stretch with several resorts lining the shore, and a beach that is ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, and sailing. The area is most popular to the younger crowd who are out for a quick weekend vacation.

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The province of Camarines Norte, which is part of the Bicol region, is primarily known for its historical churches and monuments, particularly Rizal’s first monument in the country. However, despite the area’s lack of high-class tourist facilities, Camarines Norte has been popular for being part of the country’s surfing circuit. Notable in the area are Bagasbas Beach, which is a white sand beach that is one of the best in the country; Apuao Grande Island, which is a pristine tropical island resort; and Mangcamagong Beach, which is a white sand beach wherein the largest capiz in the world was found.

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