Airbnb releases its first-ever travel guide to the Philippines

With COVID-19 cases on a consistent downward trend, Metro Manila and its neighboring provinces under Alert Level 1, and the country reopening its borders to international tourists, there isn't a better time to rediscover the Philippines.

No better time, too, for global hospitality company Airbnb to release its first travel guide to the Philippines.

"Airbnb Travel Guide 2022: The Philippines" inspires travelers to rediscover the country in style. Available online, it lists the best of the Philippines; from the most underrated destinations to the most interesting things to eat, to of course the most unique Airbnb stays in the Philippines.

According to Airbnb general manager Amanpreet Bajaj, The Airbnb Travel Guide 2022: The Philippines "provides a source of travel inspiration and stir in people a desire to travel to and around the Philippines and explore new destinations safely and responsibly."

"The Philippines has officially reopened to the world, and we are seeing a promising rebound in both domestic and international travel, buoyed by the surge in overseas travelers keen to visit their loved ones and enjoy the wonders of the country," Amanpreet added.

If you're curious about what made the cut in Airbnb's Philippine travel guide, here's a sneak peek:

Top 5 most underrated destinations:

1. Sorsogon, where nature is always around the corner
2. The rugged and magnificent island of Catanduanes
3. Mystical enchanting Siquijor

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4. Untouched waterfall paradise Biliran
5. Zamboanga Peninsula, with its cherry-hued beaches

Top 5 food feast for the tastebuds:

1. Betute tugak (deep fried stuffed frog)
2. Tuslob-buwa (mix of pig's brain and liver simmered in a series of aromatics and spices)
3. Sinuglaw (pork belly and ceviche)
4. Tiyula Itum (black soup)
5. Dulce Prenda (cookie-filled with sweetened kundol)

You may read Airbnb's complete travel guide in the Philippines here. — LA, GMA News