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Traveling to the Philippines? Land Connected.

The Philippines is island-hopping by boat and plane — ferry schedules, dive bookings and beach-town maps all need data. Install your CGOO eSIM before you fly and you connect the moment you land in Manila or Cebu, with your own number still reachable for calls and texts back home.

Choose the Plan That Fits Your Trip

  • Fixed data: 1 GB to 100 GB, valid 3 to 90 days — from light maps-and-messaging trips to heavy streaming and hotspot use.
  • Unlimited & Unlimited Plus: 1 to 30 days at full 5G speeds. A fair usage policy applies — in rare cases speeds may be reduced after 1 GB of use in a day, and full speed resumes the next day.
  • Networks: plans run on major local carriers including Globe (5G) and Smart (5G). The exact carrier and speed for each plan are listed in its Plan details, right on the plan.
  • Instant delivery: your QR code and installation link are emailed within minutes of checkout. Install before your flight; validity starts on the day you activate.
  • Good to know: your phone must support eSIM (dial *#06# and look for an EID), and your 15-digit IMEI is required at checkout so your eSIM can be provisioned.

Travel Highlights

  • El Nido, Palawan: limestone lagoons by island-hopping boat, the country’s postcard view.
  • Boracay: White Beach, sunset sailing, and the island’s compact, walkable strip.
  • Cebu: diving with sardines at Moalboal, Kawasan Falls, and the historic sites of Cebu City.
  • Manila: Intramuros’ walled old city, Binondo Chinatown, and the bay sunset.
  • Siargao: surf at Cloud 9, island lagoons, and a laid-back surf-town scene.

Getting Around

  • Airport to the city: Manila's Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) connects to the city by bus and taxi, and Cebu's Mactan Airport (CEB) connects by bus and taxi. Use the official taxi rank at the terminal and ignore anyone offering a ride inside the terminal.
  • City transport: Manila has light rail and buses, and jeepneys — shared minibuses on fixed routes — are a distinctive local option in cities. Traffic in Manila can be very slow at peak times.
  • Ride-hailing — yes, widely available: Grab is the main app in Manila, Cebu and other major cities, with upfront prices in the app. Coverage is strongest in cities and weaker outside them.
  • Driving: If you rent a car, check whether your licence needs an International Driving Permit before you arrive. Full rental details will have their own card later.

Safety and Practical Tips

The Philippines is generally safe for travelers in tourist areas. The main risks are pickpockets in Manila’s crowded markets and transport terminals, and bag-snatching in busy streets — keep valuables in a front bag.

Typhoon season runs roughly June to November, so check forecasts before island ferries and keep a buffer day before an international flight. Cash is essential outside malls and hotels; ATMs can run dry on small islands, so stock up in a city first.

Entry and Visa

Visa rules depend on your passport. Many passports enter the Philippines visa-free for 30 days, extendable in-country; other nationalities need a visa applied for before travel. Check the latest requirements for your passport before you book.

Official information: Bureau of Immigration (Philippines).

Weather and Climate

  • Climate zones: The Philippines has a tropical climate: warm and humid all year, with a dry season and a wet season, and typhoons possible during the wet season, especially from mid-year onwards.
  • Best months: The dry season is generally the best for sightseeing and island travel, while the wet season brings heavy rain and possible typhoon disruption, so check forecasts and ferry schedules in that period.
  • What to pack: Light, breathable clothes and sun protection, plus a waterproof jacket for tropical rain and modest clothing for churches and religious sites.

Money and Payments

  • Currency and cards: Philippine peso (PHP). Cards are accepted in hotels, malls and larger restaurants in cities; cash is still common for markets, small vendors, jeepneys and rural areas, so carry pesos for everyday spending.
  • Cash tips: Use ATMs in town rather than airport exchange counters, which usually give worse rates, and always choose to pay in Philippine pesos (local currency) if a terminal or ATM offers to convert to your home currency — that conversion is almost always worse.
  • Tipping: Tipping is not expected in the Philippines; rounding up or a small tip for good service is appreciated, and service charges are often included in restaurants.