Travelers
are spoiled for choice when they visit the Philippines, this beautiful
archipelago has 7,641 islands teeming with experiences that tourists will
definitely love. From world-famous white sand beaches like Boracay, fantastic
waves of Siargao, bustling cities, rich biodiversity, unique traditions, and
flavorful feasts, there’s always something to love when you visit.
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The show explores some of the places and activities that await in Siquijor, a small island filled with beauty and wonder.
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Get
to know more about the best of island life in the Philippines in the latest
episode of The Journey Matters on CNN. This week’s episode showcases some of
the country’s most popular destinations as well as the locals who honor the
Philippines’ rich traditional heritage and work hard in protecting its diverse
natural environment.
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Local tour guides make it a point to also educate visitors on how to respect and protect nature and green life in Coron, Palawan.
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Tourism
frontliners based in some of the country’s popular island destinations, share
their stories of love for the Philippines. “Doing yoga around nature is very
relaxing. It has a very healing kind of effect. I was born in Manila, and I've
always wanted to live somewhere closer to nature. When I first came to El Nido,
I fell in love with the place and decided I could try and maybe live here.”
shared Bek Soriano, founder of Yoga Tayo in El Nido, Palawan. Bek’s Yoga Tayo
has attracted a community of travelers, who seek wellness and inspiration from
El Nido’s diverse natural attractions. Over the years, that community has grown
with more travelers drawn in by El Nido's charms through its abundance of
natural attractions and its welcoming people.
Meanwhile,
on another side of Palawan, in Coron, Anthony “Joy” Rabanal and Darwin Agquiz,
seasoned tour guides at Big Dream Boatman, have brought countless local and
foreign visitors to see the breathtaking beauty of the islands, sharing their
knowledge and ensuring that everyone has a wonderful experience. “I really love
this job because aside from being a tour guide, I can also do something for our
environment,” said Darwin. Like educating visitors on how to respect and
protect nature and green life. “We get them really aware about what is really
happening.” added Joy. This does not only help them protect their livelihood
but mostly their home.
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El Nido, Palawan has attracted a community of travelers, who seek wellness and inspiration from El Nido’s diverse natural attractions.
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From
Palawan, the show also featured Siquijor, a small island which has become a
popular emerging destination with local and international tourists, eager to
discover its stunning beauty. “Siquijor is a very special place especially for
tourists, the vibes here are still different from any other destination,”
shared Luis Nathaniel Borongan, emphasizing on the island’s special ability to
“heal” visitors. Tuob is one of Siquijor’s age-old natural healing methods to
help ward off illnesses and bad spirits. The show explores some of the places
and activities that await in Siquijor, which, just like Palawan, showcases
idyllic island life in the Philippines, where there's always something to
discover and to love at every turn.
Tune
in to CNN tomorrow, Sunday, February 23 at 7pm HKT and catch The Journey
Matters in The Philippines. Embark on a visual journey through the country and
discover hidden gems, embrace the healing powers of nature, and witness the
warmth of Filipino hospitality. Let the Philippines’ 7641 islands captivate
you. This is a journey you won't want to miss.
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