A labyrinth of enormous cliffs, unbelievable lagoons, pristine sandbanks, and crystal seas, the island of Palawan is the crown jewel of the Philippines. If you're ready to dive in to otherworldly landscapes of this beautiful archipelago, the town of El Nido - located at the northern tip - is your gateway. Popular on the backpacker trail, El Nido is a low-key spot with beach restaurants, reggae bars, and activities a-plenty, but the real beauty of the town is the access it grants to areas of unspoiled beauty. Paradise on your bucket-list? Here are our top five things to do in El Nido, Philippines.

From sociable, cheap n' cheerful dorms to swanky all-inclusive resorts, the Philippines has a bed for your budget! Not sure what your best options are when island-hopping around this lush paradise? Here we have our full guide to types of accommodation in the Philippines to help you prepare. 

Things around the world are gradually returning to normal as the global vaccine rollout gains momentum. We are monitoring the situation closely and will keep this article updated with any new info. So, can we travel to the Philippines in 2022? Read on for the latest.

Dreaming of warm days and long nights, salty hair and wearing nothing but your swimmers? When most people think of paradise, chances are they’re imagining tropical, far-flung corners of the world. Sipping from coconuts, snorkelling with turtles, topping up your tan, finally reading that new Sally Rooney novel… after the few years we’ve had, a bit of R&R is just what the doctor ordered. If you’re feeling the same, here is our pick of where to travel in 2022 if you’ve missed tropical beaches. 

As we see border restrictions ease and vaccines continue to roll out across the world, 2022 is going to be the year to unleash our wildest bottled-up travel plans. The world feels within reach again, and we couldn’t be more excited that international travel is back on the cards. From Asia to Oz, here’s our pick of the 7 destinations you should be bookmarking for travel in 2022.

A tropical archipelago just next door to mainland South East Asia, it's no surprise that the Philippines is one of the hottest new destinations. From soft beaches to waterfalls, caves to cultures, there are countless wonders to explore. But with over 7000 islands making up this sprawling nation, where should you go? Here we've got you covered with our guide to the Philippine Islands you shouldn't miss!