One of the greatest summer destination around the globe is the Philippines that tourists wanted place to escapade. Humans are known for having the spirit full of eagerness and curiosity finding the most epic experiences. We often take a risk just to enjoy things we ought to experience. None of us misses the idea of realizing herself drowning on the unique beauty of every beach. Much more, the scenery of islands and forests with its different sizes and shapes. Above all, the people we'll get to know because of the endless searching for pleasure and adventures.
The Philippines with its enchanted beauty and the hospitality of its people captivates the heart of every navigator. So, let's tackle the things we could exploit of this well-known territory.
What are the Top Possessions of the Philippines?
Top Exotic Foods in the Philippines
Balut
Balut which is a developed duck egg is the most popular exotic food to locals due to its taste and a very affordable price that ranges from $0.20 up to $0.32. Some would put vinegar and a pinch of salt on its broth to enhance its distinct taste and with some egg yolk, hardened albumen or the egg white and the most special ingredient, the baby duck, sealed on its shelf.
Salawaki (Fresh Sea Urchin) Bohol
Salawaki or known as Sea Urchins are spiny sea creatures with yellow or orange insides called "gonads". It is widely popular as aphrodisiacs and has a tremendous availability around the island of Bohol. Locals mainly sell this food in a bottle that has a price reaches $1. With its texture similar to oysters, you'll gonna incredibly crave for its taste once you empty your plate.
Top Filipino Alcoholic Beverage
Lambanog
Generally, lambanog was described as coconut wine or coconut vodka comes from the fermented sap of the coconut tree, distilled to make the drink more potent. A random blogger once said, "it is a clear, colorless spirit, with a neutral taste, potent kick, and a finish with a hint of sweetness". A Lakan Extra Premium Lambanog that comes in a 750 mL bottle only costs $70.03.
Top Local Transportation
Jeepneys
Within towns, the starting fare for jeepneys is usually $0.16, rising modestly for trips outside of town. Routes are clearly written on the side of the jeepney. They have a certain quirky cultural appeal, but from a tourist’s perspective, they have one humongous flaw. You can barely see anything through the narrow open slats that pass as windows. The best seats are up to the front next to the driver.
Tricycles
The tricycle is a little, roofed sidecar bolted to a motorcycle or most commonly known as rickshaw in Asian countries, mostly found in cities and towns wait around in front of malls, restaurants, and hotels. The standard fare for local trips in most provincial towns is $0.20. You can charter tricycles for about $6 per hour or $3 per 10km if you are heading out of town.
Kalesa
Kalesa also known as "tartanillas", are two-wheeled horse carriages found in just limited places due to road policies and mostly be seen in places where mostly visited by tourists. Well, its fare depends on its location and to its driver's preferences.
Padyak
Mostly seen in Visayas and Mindanao regions, only used for shorter trips for literally it's only a bicycle attached to a body that can carry mainly 3 to 5 passengers. Padyak has a minimum fare of $0.10.
So let's make it clear that the Philippines has not been negatively but positively labeled as being "cheap". Offering a "cheap" costs, aside from that, it would still give you a grand, high-quality of products and services. Thus, every reason gives the emphasis if why tourists choose the Philippines, because as what Filipino says, "It's more fun in the Philippines."