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- The Philippines – truly a diver’s paradise(The Manila Times Publishing Corporation, 2019-05-03)A tropical archipelago comprising 7,641 islands, the Philippines offers bodies of water, with highly diverse marine wildlife and seascape — perfect for all kinds of divers and deep diving enthusiasts to explore. This makes the country a popular major diving hub in Asia. With countless spots for divers of different skills, Philippine waters are suitable for beginners who are simply looking for fun recreational activities and most ideal for intermediate divers seeking underwater challenges to hone their skills and experts in search of new adventures.
- DOT welcomes Philippines’ 3 Condé Nast Traveler citations(Philippine Manila Standard Publishing, Inc., 2018-10-13)Boracay, which is currently undergoing rehabilitation and is set for its soft opening on October 26, was voted as second and described as “close to a tropical idyll as you’ll find in Southeast Asia with gentle coastlines and made-for-Instagram sunsets.” “We would like to take this opportunity to tell our tourists to manage their expectations on Boracay’s soft opening. We also encourage them to be mindful and responsible tourists of the island,” Secretary Romulo-Puyat added. Condé Nast also named Palawan as Asia’s third top island stating “Palawan is home to the otherworldly Puerto Princesa Subterranean River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site worth the trip alone.”