Philippine peso bills and coins. Photo: Giovanni Carlo Bagayas. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas, a Filipino living in Mindanao · Updated October 20, 2026 · ATM fees and e-wallet rules checked October 2026 This guide contains affiliate links. If you sign up or book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at […]
Author: Giovanni Carlo Bagayas
Giovanni Carlo P. Bagayas is a seasoned travel guide, passionate explorer, and proud cat lover from the Philippines. Born in Cebu City and raised between Cebu and Dumaguete City, he now resides in Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur — where he spends his days writing about the Philippines and tending to his thriving collection of koi fish, guppies, tilapia, and a crayfish farm.With years of experience uncovering the hidden gems of his homeland, Giovanni has dedicated his career to showcasing the beauty, culture, and adventure that the Philippines has to offer. As the author of Best Philippines Travel Guide, he combines his expertise and love for travel to provide insightful tips, detailed itineraries, and captivating stories for travelers seeking unforgettable experiences in the Philippines.When he's not exploring a new destination or writing a guide, you'll find Gio feeding his koi pond, caring for his cats, or checking on his fish farm. Giovanni's mission is to inspire wanderlust and help visitors — and fellow Filipinos — discover the true essence of their vibrant country.
Greenwich Menu Prices Philippines (October 2026): Overload Pizza, Lasagna & Best DealsGreenwich Menu Prices Philippines (October 2026): Overload Pizza, Lasagna & Best Deals
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Overload pizza and lasagna, the Greenwich classics. Illustrative image. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas · Updated October 20, 2026 · Not affiliated with or sponsored by Greenwich Prices are a guide based on recent menu reports and can differ by branch, delivery platform and promo. Always check the official Greenwich app or website before ordering. Quick […]
Filipino Desserts: 23 Must-Try Sweets, From Halo-Halo to Bibingka (2026)Filipino Desserts: 23 Must-Try Sweets, From Halo-Halo to Bibingka (2026)
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Halo-halo, leche flan, ube halaya, bibingka and turon. Illustrative image. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas, born in Cebu City · Updated October 20, 2026 This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer The most popular Filipino […]
Domestic Flights in the Philippines 2026: Cebu Pacific vs PAL vs AirAsia (Baggage, Routes & Tips)Domestic Flights in the Philippines 2026: Cebu Pacific vs PAL vs AirAsia (Baggage, Routes & Tips)
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Flying is the fastest way to hop between Philippine islands. Illustrative image. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas · Updated October 20, 2026 · Baggage rules checked against Cebu Pacific, PAL and AirAsia policies This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra […]
Languages of the Philippines (2026): How Many, Most Spoken & Useful PhrasesLanguages of the Philippines (2026): How Many, Most Spoken & Useful Phrases
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Everyday conversation in the Philippines often switches between two or three languages. Illustrative image. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas, a native Cebuano speaker fluent in Bisaya, Filipino and English · Updated October 11, 2026 · Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (2020 Census) and Ethnologue This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, […]
History of the Philippines: Timeline, Key Events & Presidents (2026)History of the Philippines: Timeline, Key Events & Presidents (2026)
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By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas · Updated October 11, 2026 This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer The history of the Philippines spans tens of thousands of years of human settlement, independent pre-colonial kingdoms and […]
Binignit Recipe: How to Make Cebu’s Holy Week Dessert Soup (2026)Binignit Recipe: How to Make Cebu’s Holy Week Dessert Soup (2026)
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Binignit, Cebu’s warm coconut-milk dessert soup. Illustrative image. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas, born in Cebu City · Updated October 11, 2026 This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer Binignit is a Visayan dessert soup […]
Food Festivals in the Philippines 2027: 12 Festivals Built Around Food (Calendar & What to Eat)Food Festivals in the Philippines 2027: 12 Festivals Built Around Food (Calendar & What to Eat)
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The Parada ng Lechon in Balayan, Batangas, held every June 24. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas, born in Cebu City · Updated October 11, 2026 · Dates checked against Tourism Promotions Board and provincial tourism calendars This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission […]
37 Fun Facts About the Philippines (2026): Surprising, Weird & True37 Fun Facts About the Philippines (2026): Surprising, Weird & True
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The Philippines has 7,641 islands. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas · Updated October 11, 2026 · Figures from PSA, NAMRIA, PHIVOLCS, PAGASA and UNESCO This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer Some of the most […]
Biggest Malls in the Philippines (2026): Top 10 by Size + New MallsBiggest Malls in the Philippines (2026): Top 10 by Size + New Malls
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SM Mall of Asia, the biggest mall in the Philippines. By Giovanni Carlo Bagayas · Updated October 11, 2026 · Floor areas from SM Prime’s September 2025 filing and published developer figures This guide contains Klook affiliate links. If you book through them, Best Philippines Travel Guide may earn a small commission at no extra […]