Finally, after two years of being in lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippines is starting to open up.
This is good news for travel-hungry Pinoys since travel restrictions are loosening up. And now we are in the middle of the summer season in the country- many are already gearing up for their vacation with most heading to the beach to get some vitamin sea.
And if you want to capture some Instagram-worthy shots, how about recreating these underwater photos from your favorite celebrities!
Which of these photos deserves a perfect five-star rating? Let us know!
Time to take a virtual dive into these breathtaking underwater photographs and discover the beauty of the deep blues.
Under the sea love story
Kapuso leading man Derek Ramsay had a chance encounter with the gentle giant of the big blue. He described seeing a whale shark an awesome experience.
Kapuso hottie Rocco Nacino and girlfriend Melissa Gohing captured this special moment while swimming with the Butandings in Oslob, Cebu.
Whoa! Sam Pinto is a good candidate for the next Dyesebel.
Sam at home in the water.
This underwater shot of Michael V is magazine-worthy!
I need to find Nemo.
Artsy shot of Rufa Mae while surfing.
Can Mikael Daez find his mermaid princess?
Smile, Bea Binene!
Check out this cool selfie of Solenn Heussaff in Coron, Palawan with a jellyfish.
High fashion underwater shot for Tatler
Dubsmash King of Indonesia, Teejay Marquez, is enjoying his underwater nap time!
We love this photo of 'Bubble Gang' babe Arny Ross with the whale shark in Oslob, Cebu.
Just keep swimming!
Where is Hideo hiding?
Did they actually struggle taking the photos? They're so cute!
Partners in the ocean deep! Sarah Lahbati and Richard Gutierrez tied the knot in March 2020, even though the country was in the midst of a lock-down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Connor is getting a piggyback ride with his dad Victor Consunji who moves like a merman underwater.
Raymond Gutierrez posted this underwater shot to celebrate 2020 Earth Day.
Food vlogger and content creator Erwan Heussaff shared on Instagram this majestic photo shot in the pristine waters of Bohol province.
Actress-vlogger Andi Eigenmann uploaded this epic underwater shot showing her baby bump. This photo was taken on her 31st week of pregnancy. Andi has a daughter with partner Philmar Alipayo named Lilo, who was born in July 2019. Her eldest Ellie is her daughter with former boyfriend Jake Ejercito.
Just keep swimming, Sang'gre Alena. Gabbi Garcia portrayed this iconic role in the hit telefantasya series 'Encantadia' in 2016.
Netizens gave this dreamy underwater shot of engaged couple Sophie Albert and Vin Abrenica a huge thumbs up.
Former Miss Universe Catriona Gray was absolutely delighted when her dream shoot with Mega Magazine came into fruition in 2020.
Radio DJ-actor Markki Stroem captures the underwater beauty of Anilao, Batangas.
Former 'Bubble Gang' babe Ara Mina impressed netizens with her dreamy underwater shot for her prenup photoshoot in Culion, Palawan. Ara got engaged with Dave Almarinez in January 2021 in San Pedro, Laguna.
It's every woman's dream to get engaged to the man of her dreams. Philmar and Andi just elevated this simple gesture with an incredible and magical underwater engagement.
Michael V's multi-talented daughter Brianna looks like a true mermaid in this wonderful shot. The blue sea made her gorgeous figure stand out and her incredible singing voice would definitely make her the next little mermaid.
Kapuso star Jennylyn Mercado looks like a pro scuba diver in this breathtaking shot. The colorful coral reefs, school of fish, and deep blue hue captured the essence of what lies beneath the seas.
To say that this shot of actress Anne Curtis is perfection is an understatement. The beautiful contrast between the deep blue sea and the colorful school of fish made the scene more stunning.
The Argentine businessman is chilling by the sunken boat like a boss. The rusting hue of the ship mixed with the dark blue-green tone of the sea tells a deep story just by looking at it.
Sparkle actress Ashley Ortega is graceful both when she's skating on the ice or swimming underwater.
'First Lady' star Maxine Medina makes the “OK” sign for her fiancé Timmy Llana, while diving in Anilao.
Sparkada heartthrob Kim Perez uploaded their encounter with a giant Whale Shark on their Puerto Princesa trip.
Anne Curtis and Erwan Heussaff experience a one-of-a-kind morning dip by going shipwreck diving in Panglao, Bohol.
Actor-vlogger Benedict Cua went diving in Anilao, Batangas for his 29th birthday in June 2021.