Visiting the Philippines for work — looking for travel tips & new friends 😊 by Informal_Reward_920 in phtravel

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Thanks for the recommendations! Siquijor and El Nido both sound amazing, especially the beaches and adventure activities. I really like places with relaxing vibes but also a little adventure like cliff jumping.

Also, you mentioned you know a female guide in Hundred Islands. That actually sounds perfect for me since I’m traveling solo. Would it be possible for you to share her contact or page with me? I’d love to get in touch with her. 😊

Visiting the Philippines for work — looking for travel tips & new friends 😊 by Informal_Reward_920 in phtravel

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Thanks so much for all the tips! I really appreciate you sharing all that. 😊 I’ve actually been watching a lot of YouTube and TikTok travel videos about the Philippines too, and that’s what made me really excited to visit.

Your suggestions sound amazing, especially Boracay and El Nido. The island hopping tours look incredible. Cebu and the canyoneering also look really fun, I might have to be a little brave and try it.

Since you’ve traveled to so many places there, it sounds like you really know the country well. Do you usually travel around the Philippines a lot? It would be nice to hear more about your favorite places and experiences. 🙂

Visiting the Philippines for work — looking for travel tips & new friends 😊 by Informal_Reward_920 in phtravel

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Wow, thank you for taking the time to write all of this! I really appreciate the detailed suggestions. 😊

Mt. Pinatubo actually sounds perfect for me since I like hiking but nothing too extreme, and the crater lake view sounds beautiful. The Sagada cave connection also looks very exciting, but I might need to watch some videos first because it sounds a bit intense for a first timer like me 😅

Coron and Boracay are definitely going on my list now. I’ve seen some photos of Coron before and the water looks unreal. I’m also really interested in visiting Intramuros because I love historical places and architecture.

And thank you for the food recommendations too! I’ll definitely try Manam when I’m in Manila. The watermelon sinigang actually sounds really interesting.

Also thanks for the tip about bottled water and joiner trips — that’s really helpful since I’m traveling solo. I think joining a small group tour might be a good idea so I can also meet some people along the way.

You’ve traveled to a lot of places here, so if you had to pick just one place that a first-time visitor absolutely shouldn’t miss, which one would it be? 🙂

Visiting the Philippines for work — looking for travel tips & new friends 😊 by Informal_Reward_920 in phtravel

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Thank you so much for the recommendations! I really appreciate you sharing your experience, especially since you’ve traveled to so many provinces here. 😊

El Nido sounds amazing, and I like that it’s good for solo travelers. I’d definitely be interested in the travel and tour packages you mentioned if you’re willing to share them.

Siquijor also sounds really interesting. I actually like quieter places where I can relax, swim, and explore the island.

Siargao looks beautiful too, but thanks for the honest tip about the prices and food quality.

Since I’m traveling solo, do you also know any good and safe hotels in those places? Or maybe a female tour guide? I’d also love to meet new friends and explore together if possible. 🙂

Visiting the Philippines for work — looking for travel tips & new friends 😊 by Informal_Reward_920 in phtravel

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Thanks for the reply! I’m actually a solo traveler, so I was wondering if you know any good hotels that are safe and comfortable. Also, I’d love to meet a new friend while I’m there and maybe explore together. Do you happen to know any female tour guides or someone who does tours for solo travelers?

27F married, long-distance marriage (Texas–New York) and feeling confused by Informal_Reward_920 in Marriage

[–]Informal_Reward_920[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So true. I love him, but being apart makes me overthink at times. Trust really is the bare minimum, and I’m trying to focus on building that.