About IslaVisit
Built by travelers who kept getting asked the same question: where do I even start in the Philippines?
From a shared spreadsheet to a full guide
IslaVisit started as a trip-planning spreadsheet passed between friends flying into Manila for the first time. After answering the same questions about ferries, SIM cards and which island to skip, we turned it into a proper resource for international travelers — the guide we wished existed before our first trip.
Today we cover six signature regions and growing, with itineraries, budgets and honest hotel picks built for travelers coming from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe and across Asia.
Our mission & editorial standards
Mission
Help first-time and returning visitors plan Philippines trips with clarity — less guesswork, fewer wasted travel days.
Editorial standards
Every guide is based on real visits or verified local sourcing, reviewed for accuracy, and updated as prices and routes change.
Trusted recommendations
We only recommend hotels, tours and services we would book ourselves — never placement based on payout alone.
Affiliate Disclosure (preview)
Some links on IslaVisit are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you book through them — at no extra cost to you. This never affects which destinations, hotels or tours we recommend. Read our full disclosure →