Philippines
Where water is as clear as vodka, and everyone is drunk on its beauty
A Silversea shore excursion to Coron in the Philippines brings sheer cliffs, turquoise waters and brilliant coral and fish.
- by Brian Johnston
Airline review: Philippine Airlines (PAL) premium economy, Manila to Sydney
It's hard to complain when you're sitting in Premium Economy and there's no-one sitting next to you.
- by Steve Meacham
Manila, The Philippines things to do: Expert tips from an expat
A favourite haunt for this expat is La Mesa Eco Park - the last rainforest in Manila.
- by Belinda Jackson
Six of the best Boracay luxury stays
Six of the best luxury stays on Boracay Island in the Philippines.
- by Steve Meacham
Airline review: Philippine Airlines business class, Sydney to Manila
The passenger next to me decides to watch an expletive-laden documentary - without headphones.
- by Steve Meacham
Manila, Philippines: Cycle the city's historic sights on a bamboo bike
A bamboo bike enterprise gives local jobs and sightseers a unique city tour.
- by Steve Meacham
The Manila Hotel: Philippines' first luxury hotel where the Beatles caused a diplomatic incident
​General Douglas MacArthur returned, but The Beatles got out of town... The Manila Hotel has some tales to tell.
- by Steve Meacham
Airport review: Little El Nido, Palawan, the Philippines
Whether taking off or landing, observe the islands and beaches of this archipelago spread out below.
- by Belinda Jackson
Best things to see and do in Makati, Manila: Expert expat travel tips
The city has a surprising number of hidden and rooftop bars perfect for cocktails on warm nights.
- by Belinda Jackson
Travel tips and advice, Philippines: Is the 'new' Boracay worth returning to?
Boracay had become an insanely overdeveloped tourist trap; now it's back, and it's better.
- by Steve Meacham