{"id":2242637,"date":"2026-11-06T21:38:51","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T18:38:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2242637"},"modified":"2026-11-06T21:38:51","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T18:38:51","slug":"a-trip-to-the-philippines-offers-hidden-gems-slow-food-and-colourful-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2242637","title":{"rendered":"A trip to the Philippines offers hidden gems, slow food and colourful events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/11\/64\/1200x675_cmsv2_2bf636fd-1a21-552b-98cd-7308bc1086f4-9981164.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"abe-2939821-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2939821\" data-cid=\"9982486\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2939821-label-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/24\/86\/189x106_cmsv2_9b27423b-fbf3-5902-8b27-18166b2479f2-9982486.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Alicante in Spain&apos;s Region of Valencia\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Destinations<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    From gastronomy to sports: What to discover in the Region of Valencia\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2939599-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2939599\" data-cid=\"9981552\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2939599-label-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/15\/52\/189x106_cmsv2_8ba681bf-54c2-500a-9527-e35f366cf98f-9981552.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Seven Sisters white cliffs were featured in Harry Potter &amp; 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height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Speaking to Euronews Travel at World Travel Market in London, Marga Nograles, COO at Tourism Promotions Board Philippines, described the country as tropical, and one that welcomes visitors in every season. <\/p>\n<p>There is an \u201cauthentic experience for every traveller\u201d at any time of the year, Nograles said. \u201cFrom December to May, we have whale watching activities, which can be done in four destinations around the Philippines. Around that time also, we [have] perfect island hopping experiences, [for travellers] visiting all our award-winning beach resorts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For adventure tourists, she recommended visiting Siargao Island from September to January for watersports when waves can reach as high as around nine feet. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have many surfers coming into the Philippines at that time,\u201d she said. \u201cThat is also the best for canyoneering and doing the sardine run.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.561\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/11\/64\/808x454_cmsv2_a5a94a4b-0e6e-506a-9f4d-f2143411fc83-9981164.jpg\" alt=\"The Ruins in Bacolod\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">The Ruins in Bacolod<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Tourism Promotions Board Philippines<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>Hidden gems in the Philippines<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the capital, Manila, Nograles shared the Philippines\u2019 must-visit destinations. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cSiquijor remains one of our hidden gems, with beautiful beaches, waterfalls, and rich local tradition,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n<p>The third smallest province across the country, Siquijor features white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and rich marine biodiversity. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, trekking and snorkelling in the Caticugan Marine Protected Area, among other popular activities to do on the island.<\/p>\n<p>In Pampanga, Nograles recommended Clark for being an accessible getaway and an area that has a \u201crich history, exciting culinary culture, and growing leisure opportunities\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>She also spotlighted how Camiguin, an island home to 14 volcanoes, was listed among The New York Times\u2019 52 Places to Go in 2026, making it the only province in the Philippines to receive such international distinction. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cIts volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and natural springs make it a wonderful destination for nature and adventure,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6665\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/11\/64\/808x539_cmsv2_bc7e2227-0abb-5d3f-8a12-2a6ce227868b-9981164.jpg\" alt=\"The coastal country offers visitors no shortage of seafood dishes\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">The coastal country offers visitors no shortage of seafood dishes<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Avel Chuklanov\/Unsplash<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>Food tourism: Where to eat in the Philippines<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nicknamed the \u201cheart of the Philippines\u201d, Iloilo City was named as a Creative City of Gastronomy in 2023 by UNESCO and is home to more than 300 restaurants. <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s very interesting to come visit because their cuisine is heavily inspired by the culture and traditions of that city,&#8221; Nograles said. <\/p>\n<p>UNESCO recognises Iloilo for its culture of &#8220;fiesta&#8221; and tradition of festive banquets. Since 2021, the province has also held Timplada, an event that showcases local cuisine. This includes educational activities focused on Iloilo culinary heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Bacolod, an urbanised city on the northwest coast of Negros Island, became the first international Slow Food Hub in Asia and the Pacific, according to the Slow Food Foundation. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cBacolod City is a slow food hub in Asia and the centre for sustainable gastronomy,\u201d said Nograles. \u201cNegros Occidental also is the organic capital of the Philippines.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She recommends visiting Carbin Reef in Negros Occidental. It\u2019s a sandbar where visitors can sample &#8220;kinilaw&#8221;, which is a traditional Filipino seafood dish where raw fish is marinated in vinegar, diced into cubes and accompanied with tomato, red onions, ginger and lemon zest.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.5625\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/11\/64\/808x454_cmsv2_d3d1a675-2672-5d5c-86c7-a0e06f25a1be-9981164.jpg\" alt=\"MassKara Festival in Bacolod\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\"><span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><span class=\"widget__captionText\">MassKara Festival in Bacolod<\/span><span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Sherwin Ballesteros\/Tourism Promotions Board Philippines<\/span><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>Colourful celebrations of faith, flowers and harvest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nograles told Euronews Travel that the country hosts more than 40,000 festivals each year. And there are three in particular that she highlights for travellers. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cFirst is the Sinulog, which is in Cebu in the Visayas,\u201d she said. \u201cSinulog is a celebration of faith. In the Philippines, they celebrate the Se\u00f1or Santo Ni\u00f1o (the Holy Child Jesus). <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;During this time, the whole city stops because everyone is celebrating in the streets. They take out their boats. And everyone has their face painted. The energy is unlike any other.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In the southern city of Davao, the Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of harvest. \u201cThere are different concerts, also street dancing,\u201d she said. \u201c[There are] also the freshest fruits around that time so, we also get a lot of visitors coming in \u2013 so it would be nice to come visit and try the fruits of the south of the Philippines.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Further north of the archipelago is where the month-long Panagbenga Festival takes place. &#8220;That is a celebration of the flowers,&#8221; she said. &#8220;So all kinds of flowers are in bloom up the mountains during that time.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>                                  Go to accessibility shortcuts<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-article-share-comment u-align-items-center u-display-flex\"><span class=\"c-article-share-comment__links u-align-items-center u-display-flex u-justify-content-center js-c-article-share-comment-share\"><span class=\"c-article-share-comment__label\">Share<\/span><\/span><span class=\"c-article-share-comment__label\">Comments<\/span><span class=\"c-article-share-comment__label c-article-share-comment__label--always\">Add Euronews on Google<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"adb-article-you-might-also-like\" class=\"perf-cv-auto c-article-you-might-also-like\">\n<h2 class=\"c-article-you-might-also-like__title\">\n        Read more<br \/>\n      <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-article-you-might-also-like__container\">\n<article id=\"abe-2901768-pos0-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1\" data-nid=\"2901768\" data-cid=\"9797501\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2901768-label-pos0-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/79\/75\/01\/480x270_cmsv2_83f4979c-8765-5d4d-85d2-e9e1a72790f2-9797501.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The luxury brand will return to Manila after a 14-year absence\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Residences<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Mandarin Oriental is set to return to this southeast Asian capital<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2844808-pos1-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2844808\" data-cid=\"9540786\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2844808-label-pos1-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/54\/07\/86\/480x270_cmsv2_fe1037de-a5a2-5c8d-a505-1e5ff1537fe5-9540786.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Beyond the beaches: How the Philippines is redefining the idea of paradise\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Destinations<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Beyond the beaches: How the Philippines is redefining paradise<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2672788-pos2-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2672788\" data-cid=\"8838498\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2672788-label-pos2-c-article-you-might-also-like__item\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/83\/84\/98\/480x270_cmsv2_6f752a78-8246-56a8-9855-e4ba65f84fb7-8838498.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\u00a9\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Destinations<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Dreaming of a wellness escape? 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Around that time also, we [have] perfect island hopping experiences, [for travellers] visiting all our award-winning beach resorts.\u201dFor adventure tourists, she recommended visiting Siargao Island from September to January for watersports when waves can reach as high as around nine feet.\u201cWe have many surfers coming into the Philippines at that time,\u201d she said. \u201cThat is also the best for canyoneering and doing the sardine run.\u201dHidden gems in the PhilippinesBeyond the capital, Manila, Nograles shared the Philippines\u2019 must-visit destinations.\u201cSiquijor remains one of our hidden gems, with beautiful beaches, waterfalls, and rich local tradition,\u201d she said.The third smallest province across the country, Siquijor features white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and rich marine biodiversity. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, trekking and snorkelling in the Caticugan Marine Protected Area, among other popular activities to do on the island.In Pampanga, Nograles recommended Clark for being an accessible getaway and an area that has a \u201crich history, exciting culinary culture, and growing leisure opportunities\u201d.She also spotlighted how Camiguin, an island home to 14 volcanoes, was listed among The New York Times\u2019 52 Places to Go in 2026, making it the only province in the Philippines to receive such international distinction.\u201cIts volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and natural springs make it a wonderful destination for nature and adventure,\u201d she said.Food tourism: Where to eat in the PhilippinesNicknamed the \u201cheart of the Philippines\u201d, Iloilo City was named as a Creative City of Gastronomy in 2023 by UNESCO and is home to more than 300 restaurants.&#8221;It&#8217;s very interesting to come visit because their cuisine is heavily inspired by the culture and traditions of that city,&#8221; Nograles said.UNESCO recognises Iloilo for its culture of &#8220;fiesta&#8221; and tradition of festive banquets. Since 2021, the province has also held Timplada, an event that showcases local cuisine. This includes educational activities focused on Iloilo culinary heritage.Bacolod, an urbanised city on the northwest coast of Negros Island, became the first international Slow Food Hub in Asia and the Pacific, according to the Slow Food Foundation.\u201cBacolod City is a slow food hub in Asia and the centre for sustainable gastronomy,\u201d said Nograles. \u201cNegros Occidental also is the organic capital of the Philippines.\u201dShe recommends visiting Carbin Reef in Negros Occidental. It\u2019s a sandbar where visitors can sample &#8220;kinilaw&#8221;, which is a traditional Filipino seafood dish where raw fish is marinated in vinegar, diced into cubes and accompanied with tomato, red onions, ginger and lemon zest.Colourful celebrations of faith, flowers and harvestNograles told Euronews Travel that the country hosts more than 40,000 festivals each year. And there are three in particular that she highlights for travellers.\u201cFirst is the Sinulog, which is in Cebu in the Visayas,\u201d she said. \u201cSinulog is a celebration of faith. In the Philippines, they celebrate the Se\u00f1or Santo Ni\u00f1o (the Holy Child Jesus).&#8221;During this time, the whole city stops because everyone is celebrating in the streets. They take out their boats. And everyone has their face painted. The energy is unlike any other.\u201dIn the southern city of Davao, the Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of harvest. \u201cThere are different concerts, also street dancing,\u201d she said. \u201c[There are] also the freshest fruits around that time so, we also get a lot of visitors coming in \u2013 so it would be nice to come visit and try the fruits of the south of the Philippines.\u201dFurther north of the archipelago is where the month-long Panagbenga Festival takes place. &#8220;That is a celebration of the flowers,&#8221; she said. &#8220;So all kinds of flowers are in bloom up the mountains during that time.&#8221;<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/2026\/11\/06\/a-trip-to-the-philippines-offers-hidden-gems-slow-food-and-colourful-events&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/98\/11\/64\/1200x675_cmsv2_2bf636fd-1a21-552b-98cd-7308bc1086f4-9981164.jpg&#8221;] Destinations From gastronomy to sports: What to discover in the Region of Valencia Destinations How set-jetting is helping distribute tourists across Great Britain Health news US measles cases exceed 5,000, hitting a 35-year high in 2026 Economy Foreign buyers push Spanish home sales to record 16% amid record prices Travel Destinations A [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[90],"tags":[226,36],"class_list":["post-2242637","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-international","tag-crawlmanager","tag-euronews-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2242637","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2242637"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2242637\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2242637"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2242637"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2242637"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}