2. In this module…
About Philippines
We will briefly cover about
Philippines, the country
3. In this module…
The Attractions
What does the Philippines
have to offer to its tourists,
the attractions and the
facilities
About Philippines
We will briefly cover about
Philippines, the country
4. In this module…
The Attractions
What does the Philippines
have to offer to its tourists,
the attractions and the
facilities
About Philippines
We will briefly cover about
Philippines, the country
Why Philippines?
We will answer the question
why the country is an ideal
destination for an Indian
tourist
6. ‣ Philippines is an island country in Southeast Asia, situated in the western Pacific Ocean
‣ Consists of 7,107 islands that have amongst the best beaches in the world
About Philippines
The Country
7. Manila
‣ Its capital is Manila and its most populous city is Quezon City, together called Metro Manila
About Philippines
The Country
8. ‣ The Philippines has a tropical climate
‣ There are three seasons: the hot dry season or summer, the rainy season, and the cool dry season
About Philippines
Its Climate
9. ‣ Temperatures usually range from 21° C to 32° C, making it an ideal holiday destination throughout the year
‣ During the rainy season, most of the islands experience torrential rains and thunderstorms
About Philippines
Its Climate
10. ‣ The Philippines culture is a mixture of Eastern and Western cultures
‣ Its own culture has a significant Malay influence
About Philippines
Its Culture
11. ‣ It has the significant influence of Spanish and American cultures too!
‣ This unique combination makes it a fascinating destination for tourists to enjoy
About Philippines
Its Culture
12. The Philippines is a tourist’s delight. The country offers the best of both worlds. Among the main
attractions that would appeal to the Indian tourists are:
The Attractions
Shopping
Pubs,
Restaurants
and Eating Out
Beaches &
Natural Beauty
Casinos
Historical
Heritage
Amazing
Hotels
13. ‣ The Philippines is a Shopper’s Paradise
‣ It is home of three of the world's 10 largest malls
Shopping
14. ‣ Many of the malls in Manila are virtually mini-cities, with department stores,
supermarkets, theaters, spas and even an Olympic-size skating rink
‣ It is easy for tourists to shop in Manila because English is widely spoken
Shopping
15. ‣ The Philippines has a vibrant nightlife, more than just Karaoke
‣ The nightlife here is always voted as best by the expats in Asia
Nightlife
16. ‣ The country has a mix of super-clubs, gaming & entertainment venues, cafes and
comedy clubs - something for everyone
‣ The value for money prices here make it even more attractive
Nightlife
17. ‣ There are casinos and slot machine clubs located in major cities across the
country
‣ Entertainment City in Metro Manila is slated to be Asia's Las Vegas-like gaming
and entertainment complex. The first casino of this project is already operational
Casinos
18. ‣ With 7,107 islands, the crest-shaped beaches of Philippines
are rated among the best in the world
‣ The Philippines is home to five different types of sands and
has one of the longest white sand coastlines in the world
Beaches & Natural Beauty
19. At night, the beaches come alive with candle-lit sand
castles, cozy restaurants & bars that are open till dawn
Beaches & Natural Beauty
20. Hollywood also loves the Philippines - many movies
have been shot here including the Bourne series
21. The beaches of Philippines have the distinction of having
sands of five different colors - White, Pink, Black, Brown
and Golden!
Beaches & Natural Beauty
22. Amazing Hotels
‣ Philippines offers a wide range of hotels from budget to ultra-luxury
‣ Some of the best hotels and resorts offer views that are a combination
of forest, volcanoes and beaches - found no where else in the world
23. Nearly all global chains operate properties in Philippines delivering to the global
standards of service
Amazing Hotels
24. Historical Heritage
‣ Philippines has a beautifully preserved historical sites across the country
‣ It has five places on the World Heritage List
25. ‣ From Spanish-era churches to
coral reef, Philippines has
something that appeals to
everyone
‣ The Manila American Cemetery
and Memorial in Metro Manila
has the largest number of graves
of any cemetery for U.S.
personnel killed during World
War II
Historical Heritage
26. Public Transport
‣ The traffic in Philippines is often heavy and unruly, plan for it!
‣ The public transport, i.e buses and even air conditioned cabs are not expensive
‣ Even cheaper are the jeepneys, which are essentially a cross between jeeps and mini-buses
‣ Manila also has a metro train, however it can be fairly crowded
27. Some Things to Carry
Slippers
Bring slippers, even though you can
buy them locally, as the beaches in
the Philippines are best enjoyed
walking
Mosquito Repellants
Since Philippines is a tropical
country, mosquitoes are found here.
It is a good idea to carry your own
mosquito repellant like Odomos
28. Clothes
Pack in light cotton clothes and lots
of shorts as you will be walking on
the beach and enjoying the pristine
sands of Philippines
Its best if you can have all your things
fit in a backpack. Don't bring your
luggage made of leather as it gets
powdery white due to the sea salt
Most of the things that you need will
be available locally except medicines,
carry your own
Travel Light
29. Do’s and Dont’s
Ensure the safety of your valuables (money,
jewelry, laptop, etc.), avail a safety deposit
box when leaving your hotel
Do not leave your valuables unattended on
the beach while swimming
Leave important documents (passport, plane
tickets, etc.) at the hotel’s safety deposit box
when going island hopping or other water
activities
To ensure the safety of your cellphones and
other gadgets, put them in a water proof bag
30. Some Important Do’s
Filipinos are generally courteous and
respectful people, and nearly all of them can
speak English
They are also, by nature, very friendly people
Sir and Ma’am or Madam are used by the
Filipinos to address each other and also
visitors and tourists
Tourists can use familial words to address the
locals
‣ Tita is Aunt
‣ Tito for Uncle or just about any elder you
bump into
‣ Kuya for brother
‣ Ate for sister
31. Some Important Do’s
Filipinos are generally courteous and
respectful people, and nearly all of them can
speak English
They are also, by nature, very friendly people
Sir and Ma’am or Madam are used by the
Filipinos to address each other and also
visitors and tourists
Tourists can use familial words to address the
locals
‣ Tita is Aunt
‣ Tito for Uncle or just about any elder you
bump into
‣ Kuya for brother
‣ Ate for sister
Hospitality is a trait commonly shared by every Filipino
They smile a lot too
A simple Thank You for any favor done is expected
Strangers or no strangers, the people love to wave at people
anytime. Waving back is acknowledging their presence
32. Some Important Dont’s
It is always recommended that tourists don’t flash
their valuables
Also, beware of pickpocketing. It’s a problem in
most major cities, so be careful and do not put
your wallet in the rear pocket
Do not leave valuables openly in hotels too. Keep
them in a safe, at the hotel
Even though almost everyone can speak English,
you may encounter some people who will only
speak in the local language. Don’t be irritated
while talking to them
33. Some Important Dont’s
It is always recommended that tourists don’t flash
their valuables
Also, beware of pickpocketing. It’s a problem in
most major cities, so be careful and do not put
your wallet in the rear pocket
Do not leave valuables openly in hotels too. Keep
them in a safe, at the hotel
Even though almost everyone can speak English,
you may encounter some people who will only
speak in the local language. Don’t be irritated
while talking to them
Filipinos are hospitable and they will offer food to their guests. Don’t
refuse especially if they have made the effort to cook for you
34. The currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP)
The notes come in the denominations of
20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000 pesos.
Wherever possible, bring cash with you.
ATMs usually dispense in 500 PHP bills:
they are frequently offline or out of funds,
so do not rely on them exclusively
Currency
35. Credit card transactions are only
accepted in hotels, high end
resorts, malls and most
restaurants
In some cases the transaction
charges can be as high as 7%
Credit Cards
37. Why Philippines?
It has amazing places to shop -
upmarket and street shopping
too!
Lots of beaches with five
different colors of sand!
38. Why Philippines?
It has amazing places to shop -
upmarket and street shopping
too!
Lots of beaches with five
different colors of sand!
Some incredible and exotic hotel
properties
39. Why Philippines?
It has amazing places to shop -
upmarket and street shopping
too!
Lots of beaches with five
different colors of sand!
Some incredible and exotic hotel
properties
A variety of outdoor activities and
cultural heritage to enjoy and
experience
40. Why Philippines?
It has amazing places to shop -
upmarket and street shopping
too!
Lots of beaches with five
different colors of sand!
Some incredible and exotic hotel
properties
A variety of outdoor activities and
cultural heritage to enjoy and
experience
Even a simple city ride can be fun
and adventurous!
42. Its more fun in the
Philippines
It is indeed more fun in the Philippines!
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