Philippines Survival Kit: Island Hopping July and August 2017

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by:
Aileen and Marty Soriano

July till August is a great choice for hopping in and visiting
the Philippines because of the cool weather. Use http://www.accuweather.com to predict the weather of your
excursions.

Here are the things you need to do before going to
the Philippines:

1. If you plan to go mountain climbing, best
to have a malaria shot. The Philippines is not
well known for malaria, but it is better to have
a shot. Make sure the mountains are safe for traveling.


2. Your personal hand carried medicines. 
Make sure you have the proper papers for them.
If not check where to buy them. We have the best
medicine drug stores in the Philippines, from
generic to branded. 

3. Never bring banned drugs that destroys 
a human person in the Philippines. 

4. Contact a good friend or a relative especially 
if it is your first time. If you are coming in from
a European Country, be prepared for a very different
Asian culture. So to avoid the shock of your life,
make sure you have a friend or a family friend to 
guide you. 

5. The Philippines is not as posh as other countries, 
but you can depend on its natural beauty. Make sure
you preserve the country for the next generation. 
Bring a camera to take and share with you. 
We are not a perfect country, and we have to admit
there are lots we can improve on. 

6. Bring your Iphone or Ipad to connect with your
family and friends at home. 

Never go to far places or bars in the evening with new
found friends in the Philippines without a relative or 
trusted long time friend accompanying you. Remember
the Philippines is exotic and there are dangers too. 

7. Reserve early before even going to the Philippines
to insure of a place to stay (double click because the
connection needs double clicking). 

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