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Philippines

Backpacking in The Philippines may require some planning as there are over 7000 islands to visit! that’s many ferry options to consider!

The mainland is also big with bustling Manila from where you can go backpacking in Donsol.

One personal hidden gem in The Philippines was Romblon Island, I really loved my days backpacking in The Philippines and enjoying new beaches almost every single day!

Whale shark swim in Donsol
Asia | Philippines

Solo Backpacking in Donsol

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When I first arrived to Manila to start my solo adventures backpacking in the Philippines, I didn’t know much on where to go as I discarded my initial plan of heading towards Palawan because there were no ferries for a few days due to Easter and the flights were coming with a hefty price tag…

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Bonbon beach in Romblon Island
Asia | Philippines

Romblon Island: a hidden gem in The Philippines!

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With a geography of over 7000 islands, The Philippines is not the easiest country to travel around for a month or two and backpacking in Romblon Island is not yet one of the most common islands to visit in Philippines. We all know about the highlights in the country that by now are well exploited…

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Cave in Siquijor Philippines
Asia | Philippines

The best things to do in Siquijor Island

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As my days backpacking in the Philippines were almost coming to an end, I was making my way towards Cebu where I had my departure flight. Before that I spent a few days in another beautiful island. If you’re looking for things to do in Siquijor keep reading! I decided to visit the Island of…

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Scuba diving in Apo Island
Asia | Philippines

The best things to do in Dumaguete – Philippines

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When looking for things to do in Dumaguete, always make sure to ask the locals for their secret tips! My adventures backpacking in the Philippines took me through several towns and cities that were supposed to be just a one night stopover on my way to other more famous destinations. Dumaguete was one of those,…

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      • Japan
      • Laos
      • Malaysia
      • Myanmar
      • Nepal
      • Philippines
      • Singapore
      • South Korea
      • Taiwan
      • Thailand
      • Vietnam
    • Europe
      • Bulgaria
      • Iceland
      • Malta
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Romania
      • Slovenia
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    • Middle East
      • Israel-Palestine
      • Jordan
    • North America
      • Costa Rica
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      • Argentina
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  • Backpacking Tips
    • Why to travel solo – Backpacking the world
    • Solo travel: things to know before going to travel the world
    • Backpacking on a budget: how to find a Workaway
    • How to go travelling for a year
    • Backpacker Travel Insurance: my experience
    • Travelling Light. What to pack when backpacking
    • Camping food checklist and easy meals ideas
  • About Me
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