psp level 01 lesson 1

An Introduct ion

Its more fun in the

Philippines

Module 1

The Phi l ippines

In this module…

About Philippines We will briefly cover about Philippines, the country

In this module…

The Attractions What does the Philippines have to offer to its tourists, the attractions and the facilities

About Philippines We will briefly cover about Philippines, the country

In this module…

The Attractions What does the Philippines have to offer to its tourists, the attractions and the facilities

About Philippines We will briefly cover about Philippines, the country

Why Philippines? We will answer the question why the country is an ideal destination for an Indian tourist

About Philippines

The Country

‣ Philippines is an island country in Southeast Asia, situated in the western Pacific Ocean

‣ Philippines is an island country in Southeast Asia, situated in the western Pacific Ocean

‣Consists of 7,107 islands that have amongst the best beaches in the world

About Philippines

The Country

Manila

‣ Its capital is Manila and its most populous city is Quezon City, together called Metro Manila

About Philippines

The Country

‣The Philippines has a tropical climate

‣ There are three seasons: the hot dry season or summer, the rainy season, and the cool dry season

About Philippines

Its Climate

‣Temperatures usually range from 21° C to 32° C, making it an ideal holiday destination throughout the year

‣During the rainy season, most of the islands experience torrential rains and thunderstorms

About Philippines

Its Climate

‣The Philippines culture is a mixture of Eastern and Western cultures

‣ Its own culture has a significant Malay influence

About Philippines

Its Culture

‣ It has the significant influence of Spanish and American cultures too!

‣This unique combination makes it a fascinating destination for tourists to enjoy

About Philippines

Its Culture

The Philippines is a tourist’s delight. The country offers the best of both worlds. Among the main attractions that would appeal to the Indian tourists are:

The Attractions

ShoppingPubs, Restaurants and Eating Out

Beaches & Natural Beauty

Casinos

Historical Heritage

Amazing Hotels

‣The Philippines is a Shopper’s Paradise

‣ It is home of three of the world's 10 largest malls

Shopping

‣Many of the malls in Manila are virtually mini-cities, with department stores, supermarkets, theaters, spas and even an Olympic-size skating rink

‣ It is easy for tourists to shop in Manila because English is widely spoken

Shopping

‣The Philippines has a vibrant nightlife, more than just Karaoke

‣The nightlife here is always voted as best by the expats in Asia

Nightlife

‣The country has a mix of super-clubs, gaming & entertainment venues, cafes and comedy clubs - something for everyone

‣The value for money prices here make it even more attractive

Nightlife

‣ There are casinos and slot machine clubs located in major cities across the country

‣ Entertainment City in Metro Manila is slated to be Asia's Las Vegas-like gaming and entertainment complex. The first casino of this project is already operational

Casinos

‣With 7,107 islands, the crest-shaped beaches of Philippines are rated among the best in the world

‣The Philippines is home to five different types of sands and has one of the longest white sand coastlines in the world

Beaches & Natural Beauty

At night, the beaches come alive with candle-lit sand castles, cozy restaurants & bars that are open till dawn

Beaches & Natural Beauty

Hollywood also loves the Philippines - many movies have been shot here including the Bourne series

The beaches of Philippines have the distinction of having sands of five different colors - White, Pink, Black, Brown and Golden!

Beaches & Natural Beauty

Amazing Hotels

‣Philippines offers a wide range of hotels from budget to ultra-luxury

‣Some of the best hotels and resorts offer views that are a combination of forest, volcanoes and beaches - found no where else in the world

Nearly all global chains operate properties in Philippines delivering to the global standards of service

Amazing Hotels

Historical Heritage

‣ Philippines has a beautifully preserved historical sites across the country

‣ It has five places on the World Heritage List

‣ From Spanish-era churches to coral reef, Philippines has something that appeals to everyone

‣ The Manila American Cemetery and Memorial in Metro Manila has the largest number of graves of any cemetery for U.S. personnel killed during World War II

Historical Heritage

Public Transport

‣ The traffic in Philippines is often heavy and unruly, plan for it!

‣ The public transport, i.e buses and even air conditioned cabs are not expensive

‣ Even cheaper are the jeepneys, which are essentially a cross between jeeps and mini-buses ‣ Manila also has a metro train, however it can be fairly crowded

Some Things to Carry

Slippers Bring slippers, even though you can buy them locally, as the beaches in the Philippines are best enjoyed walking

Mosquito Repellants Since Philippines is a tropical country, mosquitoes are found here. It is a good idea to carry your own mosquito repellant like Odomos

Clothes

Pack in light cotton clothes and lots of shorts as you will be walking on the beach and enjoying the pristine sands of Philippines

Its best if you can have all your things fit in a backpack. Don't bring your luggage made of leather as it gets powdery white due to the sea salt

Most of the things that you need will be available locally except medicines, carry your own

Travel Light

Do’s and Dont’sEnsure the safety of your valuables (money, jewelry, laptop, etc.), avail a safety deposit box when leaving your hotel

Do not leave your valuables unattended on the beach while swimming

Leave important documents (passport, plane tickets, etc.) at the hotel’s safety deposit box when going island hopping or other water activities

To ensure the safety of your cellphones and other gadgets, put them in a water proof bag

Some Important Do’sFilipinos are generally courteous and respectful people, and nearly all of them can speak English

They are also, by nature, very friendly people

Sir and Ma’am or Madam are used by the Filipinos to address each other and also visitors and tourists

Tourists can use familial words to address the locals

‣ Tita is Aunt

‣ Tito for Uncle or just about any elder you bump into

‣ Kuya for brother

‣ Ate for sister

Some Important Do’sFilipinos are generally courteous and respectful people, and nearly all of them can speak English

They are also, by nature, very friendly people

Sir and Ma’am or Madam are used by the Filipinos to address each other and also visitors and tourists

Tourists can use familial words to address the locals

‣ Tita is Aunt

‣ Tito for Uncle or just about any elder you bump into

‣ Kuya for brother

‣ Ate for sister

Hospitality is a trait commonly shared by every Filipino

They smile a lot too

A simple Thank You for any favor done is expected

Strangers or no strangers, the people love to wave at people anytime. Waving back is acknowledging their presence

Some Important Dont’s

It is always recommended that tourists don’t flash their valuables

Also, beware of pickpocketing. It’s a problem in most major cities, so be careful and do not put your wallet in the rear pocket

Do not leave valuables openly in hotels too. Keep them in a safe, at the hotel

Even though almost everyone can speak English, you may encounter some people who will only speak in the local language. Don’t be irritated while talking to them

Some Important Dont’s

It is always recommended that tourists don’t flash their valuables

Also, beware of pickpocketing. It’s a problem in most major cities, so be careful and do not put your wallet in the rear pocket

Do not leave valuables openly in hotels too. Keep them in a safe, at the hotel

Even though almost everyone can speak English, you may encounter some people who will only speak in the local language. Don’t be irritated while talking to them

Filipinos are hospitable and they will offer food to their guests. Don’t refuse especially if they have made the effort to cook for you

The currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP)

The notes come in the denominations of 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000 pesos.

Wherever possible, bring cash with you. ATMs usually dispense in 500 PHP bills: they are frequently offline or out of funds, so do not rely on them exclusively

Currency

Credit card transactions are only accepted in hotels, high end resorts, malls and most restaurants

In some cases the transaction charges can be as high as 7%

Credit Cards

Why Philippines?

It has amazing places to shop - upmarket and street shopping too!

Why Philippines?

It has amazing places to shop - upmarket and street shopping too!

Lots of beaches with five different colors of sand!

Why Philippines?

It has amazing places to shop - upmarket and street shopping too!

Lots of beaches with five different colors of sand!

Some incredible and exotic hotel properties

Why Philippines?

It has amazing places to shop - upmarket and street shopping too!

Lots of beaches with five different colors of sand!

Some incredible and exotic hotel properties

A variety of outdoor activities and cultural heritage to enjoy and experience

Why Philippines?

It has amazing places to shop - upmarket and street shopping too!

Lots of beaches with five different colors of sand!

Some incredible and exotic hotel properties

A variety of outdoor activities and cultural heritage to enjoy and experience

Even a simple city ride can be fun and adventurous!

Phil ippines offers a combination l ike no other in the world

Its more fun in the

Philippines

It is indeed more fun in the Philippines!

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