Free Philippines Trip Sketch — Route, Best Month & Honest Budget

Here's a free, at-a-glance sketch for Philippines — a sensible route, when to go and an honest budget band to plan around. Want it built out into a full day-by-day plan for your exact dates, party and passport? Get the $29 Dream Printbook, or sketch a different destination free.

Suggested route

Manila · 1 nights
Gateway arrival, skip the chaos
Puerto Princesa, Palawan · 3 nights
Underground river, limestone cliffs, diving prep
El Nido, Palawan · 4 nights
Lagoon tours, beach camps, snorkeling paradise
Cebu City · 2 nights
Oslob whale sharks, heritage quarter, hub stop
Moalboal, Cebu · 3 nights
Sardine run dives, coral gardens, laid-back vibes

Where to stay: Puerto Princesa: mid-range beachfront inn. El Nido: native fan hut near main beach. Moalboal: dive-resort bungalow with pool.

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Day-by-day itinerary with ferry times and booking windows
Two honest budgets (comfort vs. budget backpacker versions)
Confirmed hotel shortlist with real rates and cancellation terms
Visa requirements for your passport + SIM card setup guide

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