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• The people No doubt Filipinos are the foremost asset of this country. Their perpetual smile and altruistic kindness will make you reflect on the important things of life whilst they teach you how little you need to be happy. This is at least the biggest lesson I learnt from this country. • Tarsiers The Philippines is home to the smallest primates in the world.Tarsiers are a mixture between a bat and a monkey with astonishing eyes, which are abundant on the island of Bohol. Always remember not to touch them, as they are currently endangered species. • Best diving sites in the world Thailand has claimed this title but the truth is The Philippines is a unique diving spot that offers you the possibility to dive through sunken Japanese ship wrecks from WWII while watching a diverse flora and fauna. Coron Apo reef, Monad Shoal and Malapascua island are absolutely stunning diving sites. • El Nido One of the least-known paradises in the world is this little town on the island of Palawan. It takes between 5 or 6 hours to get there from the island capital, Puerto Princesa, but I can guarantee you will never regret it! Turquoise waters flanked by exuberant jungle will be awaiting you! • Jeepneys These former US military jeeps left over from WWII have become the most popular means of public transport in The Philippines and are now part of the country´s culture and art. Their colourful decoration is worthy to admire. • Volcanoes The Philippines has 25 active volcanoes, which represent one of the best tourism attractions due to their impressive beauty. Some of them have an interior turquoise lake that makes them even more impressive. The foremost are: Mount Pinatubo, Taal and Mayon. • Its 7.107 islands Made up of more than 7.107 islands the amount of paradise beaches you can find in this country is unaccountable. They are classified in 3 main groups: Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. •

As you will probably know, Dublin is a rather expensive city and by far the priciest one in Ireland, but we have done our homework to help you save-up a few euros when it comes to shopping. To arrive to the cheapest areas of Dublin you will have to travel north; to Henry street, home to the cheapest department stores in Ireland called Penney´s.Maybe you are not familiar with this name yet, but outside of Ireland they are known as Primark, which probably rings a bell. As you know, it is a huge store with almost everything at very low cost prices. Another option along this same line is the department store Debenhams. You can usually find interesting discounts on certain items; now is your time to dive into the different articles to find your bargain. Very close to Henry Street your will find George Street. If you are looking for electronic items, this is the place to go. Visit the different Asian stores and compare prices but all of them are pretty cheap. You can also visit the shopping mall St. Stephens, even though the majority of the stores are not precisely cheap, you will find an outlet store called Tkk Maxx.that we recommend you to check out. Very close to Grafton street, you will find a very cute store as well: OM Diva., where you can buy second hand and vintage clothes for reasonable prices. Of course, one of the best options always to get cheap clothing is to visit the flea markets that are organized around town like: Dublin Flea Market which takes places the last Sunday of every month, the Ha’ Penny Flea Market .that you can visit every Saturday, or The Point Village Car Boot .also taking place weekly every Sunday morning. Enjoy your shopping!

“The Pearl of the Orient”, as the Republic of the Philippines is called, is a heavenly country made up of over 7,000 islands, some uninhabited, offering many spectacular places. Its pristine beaches and lush vegetation are a clear motive for tourist attraction besides its nightlife and friendly people (the slogan of the country is “It’s more fun in the Philippines”). Don´t miss our top ten islands in the Philippines. • PALAWAN ISLAND Palawan is the westernmost island of the country and one of the favorite places for Filipinos to go on holiday because of the amount of options it offers. Spend a day snorkeling at Honda Bay and explore the Underground River (one of the seven wonders of the natural world since 2011) at Puerto Princesa. • CORON ISLAND North from Palawan, Coron Island is one of the best options for diving because there you can see countless species of fish and coral, and may even witness the famous whale shark. • BOHOL ISLAND Frequently called the jewel of the Philippines, Bohol Island fits perfect with nature lovers as well as adventurers. In the coast you can find marvelous beaches like in the rest of the country; but inland there is a rich and unique biodiversity that deserves to be discovered, including the “Chocolate Hills” and the Tarsier, one of the smallest primates in the world. • SIARGAO Siargao is a tear-shaped island considered as one of the best surfing places in the world. If you go between August and September, you may join waves that can reach up to 20 feet high. • PANGLAO (BOHOL ISLAND) If you´re travelling to Bohol island, you must visit Panglao, a small island linked to Bohol by two bridges. Known as the “little paradise for pure hearts”, Panglao boasts white sand beaches and

If you’re a Filipino living in the UK, chances are you are missing the real tastes of home. And if you’re not Filipino, but in the years have developed a palate for great Asian food – particularly with the waves of authentic Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean joints that opened up all over the country in the last 10 or 15 years – then you’re going to want to taste this. Nicknamed as Asia’s last secret cuisine, Pinoy food is all about exciting flavours. Here are a few places to whet your appetite. Romulo Café – Kensington High Street, London Romulo café is the off-shoot of its sister location in Manila, opened by Rowena Romulo using recipes by her grandfather. She tackles criticisms of Filipino food being too beige, by introducing colour in every plate, from sweet potato to edible flowers. Sharing is encouraged, with a menu that has two pages dedicated to main sharing platters.  Manila Munchies – Birmingham The team behind Manila Munchies started the pop-up four years ago, when they realise they couldn’t find a single Filipino food joint in the Midlands. They chose the street food route, and can be found at Digbeth Dining club, where food vans take over every Friday and Saturday evening. Their pork liempo is their most popular dish – marinated for 24 hours in their special sauce, then barbecued. Maynila Supper Club – Walton-on-Thames, Surrey Maynila’s founders, Charl Asuit and Roni Bandong are on a mission to make Philippine cuisine mainstream for the British public, through the hands of chef Steve McSorley, who curates a tasting menu that is a great introduction into Filipino flavours. The menu is changed every quarter, and despite Filipino’s love of meat, vegetarians and vegans are catered for.  Josephine’s – Fiztrovia, London Josephine’s is a bit of

Scotland is renowned for being a great travel destination, be it for its enchanted highland landscapes, its ancient traditions and folklore, or the attractions of its two most famous cities, Edinburgh and Glasgow, which brim with culture and entertainment options. But Scotland is also part of Britain and therefore can make for an expensive place to travel to – both for those coming from abroad and having to deal with the exchange rate of the British Pound, and for those arriving from other parts of the UK, due to the distance. But don’t let this put you off travelling to this amazing region. Here are our tips for enjoying Scotland while also managing to keep the cost down. When to go Visit Scotland during low season. While the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh is a great magnet, if you attempt to stay in the city in August (when it’s on), you will soon find out it can be an expensive time to be there. Consider travelling between October and May. Yes during the winter it can be dark, but the landscapes are still fascinating, and you’ll find not only lower prices, but fewer crowds, too. Getting there Several low-cost airlines fly to Scotland – both from England and Ireland, and from the rest of Europe. Start your trip with a cheap flight into Edinburgh or Glasgow, then choose your options from there. From the north of England, you can consider travelling by train, but bear in mind train travel can at times be more expensive than a cheap flight, so do some comparisons before you buy. From the South of England, a train journey is either on an expensive fast train, or a long trip, so flying is almost always more convenient. Both cities’ airports have got great shuttle connections to

You will come across plenty of costly boutiques as well as designer stores in London but there are some who are in search of the cheapest places to shop when in London. They feel that there is no need to spend big amounts when searching for good clothes, storage solutions, accessories or some vintage finds. London has various retail outlets that offer their merchandise at low cost and people can easily pick up what they are looking for without finding it heavy on their wallets. So, if you are on a budget spree or you may be searching for an economically priced wardrobe basic item, this is our recommendation of the cheapest places to shop at, in London. H&M – This place is well-known for people shopping for kids’ wear. There is no denying the fact that plenty of thought has gone into how this store should offer a pleasant and an affordable shopping environment for people. Its changing rooms are spacious and the music piped in this store has been selected by people having a good taste in Indie. There is no better place for fashion clothes’ shoppers and at these rates. & Other Stories – This place is popular for high-fashion and chic clothes for work. The store was conceptualized as a beauty concept shop and it did not require much time to evolve into a fashion clothes’ unit that offers accessories. Lingerie, lipsticks and frocks that matched your clothes. This place is under the ownership of H&M and it is meant for a shopper who is fashion savvy. Zara – This is an ideal place for people who want to shop for tailored clothes that are ideal for a catwalk. People have much to say about this store and the way it handles its inventories. With many new deliveries every week, it prides on