LIFESTYLE |  Visitors can choose from a selection of great buys in malls and public markets. Export-quality items and novelties are available at reasonable prices.
CLOTHING |  Light, casual clothes and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. Warmer garments are needed for mountain regions.  When visiting churches and temples, propriety dictates that shorts and scanty clothing be avoided.  Formal occasion requires business suites or native Barong Tagalog for men and cocktail and formal dresses for women.