the philippines: 100 travel tips  amazon bestseller<br><br><i><b>the philippines: 100 travel tips</b></i> is the best selling travel guide to the philippines <br><br><i><b>the philippines: 100 travel tips</b></i> is an insider's guide to exploring the best of the philippines. <br>co-authored by a filipina who has worked in the philippines travel industry for over 15 years and a world traveler, this book covers all you need to know to visit the philippines.<br><br><b>the philippines</b>, one of the gems in southeast asia, is becoming a very popular tourist destination. the philippines has 7,107 islands and so many provinces scattered across the western pacific ocean - and each has its own culture. but where to start your travel planning?<br>this insider's guide covers when to visit, what you need to enter, how to get there, what you can and should bring, cultural reminders, language, what to wear, getting around, accommodations, dining, health and safety, family travel, shopping, must-see attractions, top sports activities, locals favorites and recommendations, and more. the book is filled with beautiful photos by professional filipino photographers - showcasing the magic and wonder of these islands in paradise. <br><br>here are just some of the topics covered:<br> <ul><li>the best months to vist the philippines and which dates you should avoid</li> <li>money saving tips</li> <li>depending upon where you are traveling you may choose renting a car, taking the taxi, the bus, or the train. you will know the righ form of transporation to choose based on where you're going, the cost, and level of comfort</li> <li>traveling between the islands? know when to take the plane vs. a boat or ferry</li> <li>when it makes sense to book your stay with a condo or an apartment vs. a hotel</li> <li>other forms of accommodations you may not have heard of...if you are looking for a more adventurous stay</li> <li>traditional, delicious filipino dishes you should request when you dine</li> <li>shots and vaccinations you should have if you are traveling to certain areas</li> <li>a list of the things you should never do</li> <li>tips for traveling with your children</li> <li>the philippines is a shoppers paradise...you'll discover the best places to shop</li> <li>a detailed list of the places you must see</li></ul><br>with 7,107 islands it's hard to decide what to see and do. you will discover the top attractions, along with off the beaten path things not to miss. from extreme sports to luxurious spas, there are so many things the philippines has to offer you may want to make it an annual destination<br><br>and so much more...<br><br>allow us to help you through your journey to discovering why <i>"it is more fun in the philippines."</i>