The Philippines is known as a diving mecca and a paradise for deep diving and snorkeling. It has a high-quality underwater environment and attracts divers all over the world. The Philippines is also the best place to get a diving license in Asia and even the world. Low price, complete facilities, clear water and low latitude make it the home of all kinds of marine life. To experience the wildness and enthusiasm of the Philippines, you can't miss the sea.
Oslob in Cebu is the first choice to see whale sharks. The local people feed wild whale sharks every day, so as long as you go there, you can basically see whale sharks and lovely and docile whale sharks swimming in the sea. How cool.
Moalboal is a small fishing village in the southwest of Cebu. In addition to being a famous diving place, it is also the hometown of sardine storm. Follow the footsteps of the diving instructor and have a mysterious and exciting underwater adventure.
Another thing you can't miss is close contact with the sea: chasing dolphins on yachts and watching the sunrise on Mint Island. Feel the freedom of the sea with dolphins in the morning light.
In addition to diving, the excitement at sea can't be missed. There are all kinds of activities at sea, such as dragging umbrellas and walking on water. If you can experience surfing, you will have no regrets in your life. It seems that all the troubles in life have been forgotten.
It is said that the rainforests in the Philippines are as wild as the unique landforms. Here, you can jump into the sea from the cliff, cross-country in the rugged mountains of chocolate hills, jump into the lake with vines on Kawa Mountain or sprint into the water from the platform of 10 meter, or walk into the rainforest to feel a moment of peace.
After exploring the natural scenery, you may wish to experience the rich cultural customs of the Philippines. In addition to the beautiful ancient buildings left by the Spanish colonial period, there is also the annual mask festival-Sanuno Festival, which is a national carnival regardless of race or nationality.
Traffic guide
The choice of air tickets has to be mentioned in AirAsia, covering the whole of Southeast Asia. At present, many cities in China have flights to Manila, Cebu and other major Philippine cities. Shanghai can fly directly to Boracay without connecting flights, which saves a lot of trouble. Every time I talk about going to Southeast Asia, I will recommend AirAsia. In addition to being cheap, the on-board service is also in place. Recently, the lowest price of AirAsia activities can fly to the Philippines, which is the best choice to go to the Philippines.
1. What currency is circulating in the Philippines?
Philippine peso (P) is the legal tender of the Philippines. Currency: 1, 2,5,10,25,50,10,20,50,100,200,500, 1000.
2. How do I exchange money for going to the Philippines?
RMB is not circulated in the Philippines, so it is recommended to exchange Philippine pesos at China Bank in China when traveling in the Philippines. However, due to the limited amount of exchange, it is generally possible to convert RMB into US dollars before going abroad, and then convert it into Philippine pesos locally.
You can also change dollars into pesos at airports, banks, hotels and foreign exchange offices. There are exchange shops in Boracay, Shatan Road, Main Road and D'Mall, but the exchange rates of airports and shopping malls are very low, which is not recommended.
3. How to withdraw cash from China UnionPay card at Philippine ATM?
UnionPay card
China UnionPay has opened POS card swiping and ATM cash withdrawal services in the Philippines. All ATMs in the Philippines can use UnionPay cards to withdraw local currency (Philippine peso), but UnionPay cards cannot be used for bank counter transfer and cash withdrawal outside the Philippines. Compared with other bank card networks, UnionPay network consumes money conversion fees ranging from 1%-2%.
credit card
The Philippines accepts credit cards. Many hotels, restaurants and business places accept major credit cards-Visa, MasterCard and American Express. However, if you leave Manila, a handling fee of 5% to 12% will be charged for credit card transactions, and most Philippine banks can withdraw cash from their cards.
Friendly Reminder
1. ATM machines in the Philippines can withdraw at most 10000 pesos at a time, and each service charge is 200 pesos.
2. It is best not to swipe your card in Boracay. Whether it is a UnionPay card or a credit card, the handling fee will be very high.
Don't check the balance easily, this service is charged.
4. The ATM in Philippines returns the card first, and then spits out the money. Please note that this is different from China. Take Kolor away after the refund, and wait for the money to come out.
4. What is the consumption level in the Philippines?
The consumption level in the Philippines is similar to that in domestic second-tier cities. A few examples: mineral water 15p(2 yuan); 20p(3 beer (3 yuan); Dinner in a fancy restaurant costs 500p per person (70 yuan RMB).
5. Do I need to tip in the Philippines?
Tipping in the Philippines is also an acknowledgement of helping each other, but it is not mandatory. Usually paper money, such as 20 pesos (almost 3 dollars) or 50 pesos in general; If it is in a special massage shop, it is generally 50 pesos; If you are traveling outdoors, if you meet the initiative of Filipinos, the tip should be controlled within 100 peso notes according to the degree of help.
6. What language is spoken in the Philippines?
The Philippines is a multilingual country with nearly 170 native languages. Among languages, the official language of the Philippines is Filipino, followed by English, which is the second language popular in China, and most Filipinos speak English well. So if you can't speak English, it is not recommended to act alone.
7. Is the local law and order in the Philippines good?
Generally, tourist attractions are relatively safe. Although the overall security is not as good as domestic security, the security of shopping malls, restaurants and airports in the Philippines can be seen almost everywhere. If you encounter an emergency full-price car, you can communicate with the local police in time. Most Filipinos believe in Catholicism, so most Filipinos are kind and compassionate. However, you still need to pay attention to safety. Try not to wear expensive or seemingly expensive jewelry or watches. You can share your money, hide a lot of money, and you can't expose your wealth. When you withdraw money, you only bring small change.
Note: Emergency telephone number:
Philippine alarm number: 1 17.
Philippine National Police Intelligence Department Duty Room: 7266863
Philippine National Police Information Department Outreach Office: 7253849
Embassy of China in the Philippines: 303-70 19, 09 17-8972695.
8. What beliefs and taboos do Filipinos have?
Most Filipinos believe in Roman Catholicism; There are also a few people who believe in Islam; Most ethnic minorities believe in primitive religions. Filipinos are very jealous of the number "13". It is considered that "13" is an "evil god", a symbol of bad luck and disaster, and an extremely disgusting number.
They will be jealous of handing things or food with their left hand and think it is dirty and cheap. It is extremely disrespectful to use your left hand. Generally, they don't want to talk about politics, religion, national conditions and corruption. So in the Philippines, local political and religious issues are rarely discussed. In life, you should pay attention to giving up your seat when you meet old people, and don't smoke in front of them.
You should also pay attention to these matters when traveling in the Philippines.
A. When bringing more than US$ 3,000 into the Philippines, you must declare the amount of foreign currency you carry to the Central Bank of the Philippines located in the customs area, and the amount of foreign currency you carry cannot exceed the amount you carry. All foreign currency notes. Passengers are not allowed to carry more than 1000 pesos in local currency.
B, hotels in the Philippines Not all hotels have toothpaste, toothbrush and slippers, so it is best to prepare them in advance before going out.
C Manila airport is divided into domestic and international parts. Not far, but if you go wrong, there is a risk of flight delay. So be sure to show the ticket to the driver and confirm with him where you are going.