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Travel, Play, & Retire in the Philippines. 

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CEBU ISLAND ATTRACTIONS

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Cebu is the Philippines’ melting pot with many Cebu Island attractions like food, arts, culture, faith, and island life. The province does not struggle to impress tourists with its breathtakingly beautiful Cebu tourist attractions and exciting events to partake in. Cebu, known as the “Queen City of the South,” offers a one-of-a-kind travel experience as…

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SHOPPING IN MANILA

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Manila is a well-rounded destination for sightseers who also enjoy a good deal, are admired for its history, and are adored by its shopping malls and markets. Shopping in Manila includes everything from luxurious shopping malls to budget-friendly markets, ideal for buying affordable souvenirs, trendy clothes, and locally handmade items. The best part of shopping…

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SHORT TRIP FROM MANILA

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Although seat sales entice us to board a plane, not everyone has the luxury of an infinite number of vacation days, and most of the time, all we have left on our calendar are a couple of long weekends to get away from it all. As a result, we find ourselves looking for a short…

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BEST DAY TRIPS FROM MANILA

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BEST DAY TRIPS FROM MANILA Inside Metro Manila, there are plenty of activities to try. A food trip to Binondo’s Chinatown, a window-shopping spree in Taguig’s Bonifacio High Street, a stroll through Intramuros’ historic Fort Santiago, a fun night in Makati’s Poblacion, and so much more where you can start the best day trips from…

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THINGS TO DO IN MANILA WITH WITH KIDS.

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There are so much exciting things to do in manila with kids. Manila, the Philippines’ capital, was once known as The Pearl of the Orient. It is a sprawling metropolis of more than 13 million residents. The city’s convenient location in the southern Pacific has made it one of the world’s busiest and most diverse…

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BEST DAY TOUR NEAR MANILA

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To have the best day tour near manila, you will visit some exciting and fun places. A few hours for a day trip or a weekend tour from bustling cities such as Manila, the Philippines’ capital, can be as simple as taking a bus or a private car. Manila Metro is surrounded by several provinces…

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PLACES TO VISIT IN MANILA FOR KIDS.

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There are many amazing places to visit in manila for kids and family. It’s the only place I know where people put marshmallows in their salads, take selfies during the floods on their floating devices, and the name “Lady-Bee,” “Peach Pink Orchids,” and “Crystal Gale” for their girls. And still, it’s the city you can…

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Cagayan de oro things to do.

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Cagayan de Oro, officially the City of Cagayan de Oro (Filipino: Lungsod ng Cagayan de Oro; Cebuano: Dakbayan sa Cagayan de Oro), or simply referred to as CDO, is a highly urbanized city of first-class in northern Mindanao, Philippines. It is the capital of Misamis Oriental province, where it is situated geographically but is administratively…

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RELIGION IN THE PHILIPPINES

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Will I find my religion in the Philippines when I retire? The religion in the Philippines proudly boasts it is Asia’s only Christian country. Roman Catholics make up over 86 percent of the population, 6 percent belong to different nationalized Christian communities, and another 2 percent belong to well over 100 Protestant denominations. There are…

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FUN THINGS TO DO IN MANILA

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Do you want to find fun things to do in Manila? Manila is the world’s most densely populated city, is truly a melting pot of culture. A city tour is a perfect way for this exciting city to orient itself. There are a lot of fun things to do in Manila. There are a variety…

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CEBU ISLAND ATTRACTIONS

Cebu is the Philippines’ melting pot with many Cebu Island attractions like food, arts, culture, faith, and island life. The province does not struggle to impress tourists with its breathtakingly beautiful Cebu tourist attractions and exciting events to partake in. Cebu, known as the “Queen City of the South,” offers a one-of-a-kind travel experience as…

SHOPPING IN MANILA

Manila is a well-rounded destination for sightseers who also enjoy a good deal, are admired for its history, and are adored by its shopping malls and markets. Shopping in Manila includes everything from luxurious shopping malls to budget-friendly markets, ideal for buying affordable souvenirs, trendy clothes, and locally handmade items. The best part of shopping…

SHORT TRIP FROM MANILA

Although seat sales entice us to board a plane, not everyone has the luxury of an infinite number of vacation days, and most of the time, all we have left on our calendar are a couple of long weekends to get away from it all. As a result, we find ourselves looking for a short…

BEST DAY TRIPS FROM MANILA

BEST DAY TRIPS FROM MANILA Inside Metro Manila, there are plenty of activities to try. A food trip to Binondo’s Chinatown, a window-shopping spree in Taguig’s Bonifacio High Street, a stroll through Intramuros’ historic Fort Santiago, a fun night in Makati’s Poblacion, and so much more where you can start the best day trips from…

THINGS TO DO IN MANILA WITH WITH KIDS.

There are so much exciting things to do in manila with kids. Manila, the Philippines’ capital, was once known as The Pearl of the Orient. It is a sprawling metropolis of more than 13 million residents. The city’s convenient location in the southern Pacific has made it one of the world’s busiest and most diverse…

Philippine Influence invites you to:

Travel, Play, & Retire in the Philippines.

This site is based on these three separate ideas related to enjoying the Philippines.

1)Travel   -   Many people dream of traveling to the Philippines.  We provide many articles and experienced guidance to popular and many secret destinations.  Travel is the section where we discuss cities you may not have heard of.  They may be in the from the 5th to 25th cities in population.  Some cities listed may lay on the edges of popular cities about 5-15 miles from the larger city.  We strive to introduce you to cities that offer the expectations you expect from the Philippines yet may have lower prices hotels and maintain the food. Culture, activities, and budget you can get from nearby cities.

2) Play  -   We all love to play in a tropical destination where the sky is blue and the water is crystal clear.  Additionally we will provide details to keep you and you travel party safe and happy.

3) Retire in the Philippines   -   Traveling to the Philippines and savoring the beautiful Country, enjoying the fun places to visit.  Your adventures will inspire the thought of possible retiring in the Philippines and enjoy a lifelong journey and dream.

Travel  -  Play  -  Retire   -  in the Philippines.

TRAVEL - Safe, Fun, & Confidant.

Phіlірріnеѕ trаvеl

The Philippines іѕ a trорісаl раrаdіѕе іn thе Pасіfіс Oсеаn. Thе Phіlірріnеѕ іѕ a rеmаrkаblе соuntrу made uр of more thаn 7,000 іѕlаndѕ.  Our hope here is to share the country and guide to beautiful places, where you can enjoy the beauty of a tropical island.  We will give the inside story on how to safely travel on your own.  We will provide the information you need to plan a great vacation holiday that ensures a fun, safe, and memorable experience. 

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PLAY & EXPLORE - Adventure awaits.

Play in the Philippines a safe, fun, and memorable way, we show you how.

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RETIRE - Dream, Act, & live.

Retire on the beaches in the Philippines and enjoy the many different wonders and the services for the rich and famous.

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