11/02/2025
ad* I spent 10 days in The Philippines 🇵🇭🌴, discovering the hidden scuba diving & wellness gems of Siquijor “fire” Island 🔥 and Dumaguete, with a few days in Manila. Here’s how to enjoy paradise:
⬇️ Things to do in DUMAGUETE ⬇️
🤿 Dive at Apo Island Marine Reserve – Crystal-clear waters, vibrant corals, and plenty of turtles 🐢
🍃🚤 Explore Twin Lakes (Balinsasayao & Danao) – Kayak, hike, and bird watch
🏝 Visit Manjuyod Sandbar at low tide and stand on white sand in the middle of the ocean
📌 Where to stay:
in Dauin – the perfect dive & wellness resort for me, boutique vibes, with an insane house reef.
– Perfect spot if you want to be steps away from nightlife and restaurants.
🍝 Best dining: .dumaguete – Fine dining with Bali vibes and £2 cocktails!
⬇️ Wellness Things to do in SIQUIJOR ⬇️
🌴 Swim and rope swing at the breathtaking multi-tiered waterfalls (hire a guide for raft photos)
⛰ Visit Pitogo Cliff - a stunning coastal viewpoint with turquoise water
🌺 Relax with a Kawa Spa herbal bath in a giant cauldron
🐠 Fish spa under the mystical Balete tree
🗿 Visit a healer and witness their rituals
🥥 Eat and sing karaoke at
⬇️ Things to do in MANILA ⬇️
🍸 Visit a speakeasy: Loved , an intimate jazz café with great vibes 🎶✨
🇪🇸 Explore Intramuros, the historic walled city, including Fort Santiago & San Agustin Church
⛲️ Don’t miss Casa Manila, a stunning Spanish colonial house
🐊 Check out the Natural History Museum
🇵🇭 Visit Rizal Park (Luneta) to see the national hero’s monument
🍲 For foodies, visit Binondo, the world’s oldest Chinatown ⛩
I’ve visited the Philippines a few times now, so if you need any tips, feel free to ask! Would you visit? 🌴
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