Manila is the buzzing capital city of the Philippines. It is a teeming metropolis where you can shop, eat and play to your heart's content Manila is the buzzing capital city of the Philippines. It is a teeming metropolis where you can shop, eat and play to your heart's content

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How to get there:
Emirates Airline, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines and Philippines Airlines all offer direct flights to Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport, which is serviced by more than 26 international carriers.

Cebu, the Philippines' second international gateway handles both scheduled and charter flights and Boracay is accessible via its two regional airports — Caticlan and Kalibo. Internal flights from Manila to key destinations are serviced by a number of low-cost carriers including Cebu Pacific Air, Zest Air and Seair, as well as Philippines Airlines.

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When to go:
The cooler months from
November to February are the best time to visit with March to May fairly hot and dry. The best deals are to be had during the rainy summer months from June to October. Cebu doesn’t have a full-on rainy season and enjoys clement year-round weather. Average temperatures range from 25°C to 32°C, with humidity around 77%, although in Boracay summer highs can reach 38°C.

Visa info:
The majority of foreign nationals do not require a visa to enter the Philippines and can enjoy a stay of up to 21 days.

Health & safety:
Depending on the region visited, some vaccinations may be advisable, including typhoid and rabies. Protection against malaria is recommended. Dengue fever is also prevalent, particularly in urban areas. See www.mdtravelhealth.com or www.fco.gov.uk

Contacts:
www.wowphilippines.co.uk