Beverly Hills Medical Group can be found in Makati City, the prime residential and commercial center of Metro Manila. Hotels, restaurants, shopping and entertainment are all within walking distance of the clinic. Located among one of the main business districts of the city, transportation is not a problem. Private taxi cabs and a 27/7 limous.ine service are readily available upon request.

Welcome to the Philippines! Mabuhay!

Located in Southeastern Asia between the Pacific Ocean and South China Sea, the Philippines is known as the Pearl of the Orient.

Divided into three major islands, (Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao), the Philippine archipelago is made up of 7,107 islands. Considered one of the travel world’s best-kept secrets, the Philippines is well known for its world class beaches, dramatic water and land formations, and indigenous natural wonders.

With a population of about 84,619,000, the Philippines is one of the few English speaking Asian countries. Some even say that the real natural wonder of the Philippines is its outgoing and tourist-friendly people.

The Philippines truly is a spectacular tourist destination. Not only is it rich in culture and history, unspoiled tropical islands, and an extraordinarily diverse wildlife, it also caters to the more “worldly” traveler through its exciting night life, world-class shopping, and various recreational sporting activities, whether on land or water.

Must-See Attractions

Here are highly recommended places and activities for those who want to experience the different flavors of the country.

While the Philippines is best known for its beautiful beaches and rich culture, the first stop for any tourist would have to be Metro Manila.

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is where international tourists arrive in the country, making it the first stop before heading out to explore any of the numeroUus islands that make up the Philippines.

Depending on your interests and the time of day, you can always find something to do in Metro Manila Daytime activities may include either visiting any of the country’s world-class malls nearest you for some shopping or sampling some of the local cuisines. For those who are more interested in cultural pursuits, visiting museums and many of the historical monuments in Manila and Makati are ideal.

If you’re pressed for time and cannot afford to travel too far from Metro Manila, the Subic Bay Leisure Zone and the Clark Special Economic Zone are places you can check out. Once U.S. Navy and Air Force Base facilities, these are now among Asia’s emerging tourist destinations. The Subic Bay Leisure Zone boasts of its 37,000 acre virgin triple-canopy rainforest with wildlife and rare marine life. The Clark Special Zone Economic Zone is known for its Fontana and Mimosa Leisure Parks, duty free shops and excellent golf courses.

Another popular local and tourist destination is Baguio City. With its topography of towering peaks, plateaus, and intermittent patches of valleys, the region enjoys a cool climate all year round. Aside from enjoying the local scenery and sampling the various local cuisines, hiking and spelunking also fall into the more popular activities while in the area.

Those looking for the ultimate local paradise experience have several destinations to choose from:

Located north of Malaysia’s Sabah island and south of Mindoro, the island of Palawan is also known as the country’s last frontier. Aside from its world-class beaches and resorts, it has managed to preserve its natural habitat throughout the years, making it an ideal breeding ground for tropical wildlife.

Metropolitan Cebu is the country’s second biggest metropolis. Its collection of pristine beaches and luxurious resorts is every traveler’s tropical island dream come true. East of Cebu is the island of Bohol. Not only is it home to the world famous Chocolate Hills and the worlds smallest primate, the tarsier, it also holds its share of beautiful serene beaches that are still untouched by commercial establishments.

In the southern part of the Philippine archipelago is the city of Davao, home of the country’s highest peak, Mt. Apo and the national bird, the majestic Philippine Eagle. A natural haven for both tranquil and daring pursuits, Davao’s dazzling topography of picturesque landscapes makes it an anchor tourist destination.

If you are looking for a truly remarkable vacation experience, the Philippines is the country to visit. There are numerous activities to fill your itinerary: Tour packages, from day trips to 3 to 5 day programs, can give you a taste of the country’s diverse attractions. Historical tours, fiesta and village tours, and visits to ancestral houses are some of the other activities that will give you a taste of Philippine culture. For the more adventurous spirit, special interest activities may also include golfing, diving, mountain climbing, surfing, trekking, and game-fishing. 

Golfing in the Philippines

Experience the beautiful sights of the Philippines in unique golfing havens from breathtaking mountaintops, rolling hills, lush valleys, and seaside resorts to just within the city limits.

Designed by golf’s premier architects, the courses have been proud sites for some of the world’s most prestigious international and local tournaments such as the Johnnie Walker Classic, the World Amateur Golf Championships, the World Cup, the Asian PGA, and the Philippine Open and have been graced by great golf enthusiasts such as Jack Nicklaus., Arnold Palmer, Robert Trent Jones Jr., and Gary Player. 

Below are some of the country’s more popular golf courses:

• Tagaytay Highlands
• Manila Southwoods
• Wack Wack Golf and Country Club
• Club Intramuros
• Camp John Hay
• Mimosa Golf and Country Club
• Valley Golf and Country Club
• Royal NorthWoods Golf Club
• Eastridge Golf Course
• Forest Hills Golf and Country Club

Diving in the Philippines

The Philippines has one of the widest variety of marine life in the world. Its water temperature which ranges between 22 C to 25 C during the cooler months (December to March) to 25 C to 28 C in the warmer months (April to November), gives divers the opportunity of diving in the comfort of 3mm wetsuits or lycra skin suits.

The 7,107 islands of the Philippines has something to offer for whatever level of diver you are.  While diving here is still considered somewhat of a new discovery, it does however already have a number of world-class sites that have become increasingly popular with the diving tourists.

Below are some of the more popular dive spots in the country:

• Anilao, Batangas
• Subic Bay, Zambales
• Donsol, Sorsogon
• Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
• Boracay island, Aklan
• Mactan Island, Cebu
• Malapascua Island, Cebu
• Bohol Island
• Honda Bay, Palawan
• Busuanga, Coron Bay, Palawan

Surfing in the Philippines

For most people, the Philippines is not the country that would give one the impression of being any sort of surfing destination. But with the Pacific Ocean bordering the eastern coastline and the South China sea on the western coastline attracting more typhoons than most of its neighboring countries, the Philippines is is slowly becoming an untapped surfer’s haven.

The Philippines, however, is not a new surfing destination. Surfers from all over the world have been enjoying the waves here way back to the sixties. But it’s only recently that Philippine Tourism has owned up to being a surfing destination.

Below are some of the most popular surfing destinations:

• Siargao Island
• La Union Province
• Zambales Province
• Samar Island
• Baler, Aurora Province

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