A Sustainable Journey Filled with Life and Culture: CNN’s The Journey Matters highlights what’s to love about the Philippines

Travelers are spoiled for choice when they visit the Philippines, this beautiful archipelago has 7,641 islands teeming with experiences that tourists will definitely love. From world-famous white sand beaches like Boracay, fantastic waves of Siargao, bustling cities, rich biodiversity, unique traditions, and flavorful feasts, there’s always something to love when you visit. 

El Nido, Palawan has attracted a community of travelers, who seek wellness and inspiration from El Nido’s diverse natural attractions.

Get to know more about the best of island life in the Philippines in the latest episode of The Journey Matters on CNN. This week’s episode showcases some of the country’s most popular destinations as well as the locals who honor the Philippines’ rich traditional heritage and work hard in protecting its diverse natural environment.

Mӧvenpick Resort Cebu Tops Hot New Destinations List in 2013, According to Google, CNN

New Filipino-owned Swiss Hotel is Second Most Googled Destination in the Philippines

Filipino-owned Mӧvenpick Resort Cebu is the second most Googled destination in the Philippines, according to Google’s 2013 year-in-review search list. As first reported on CNN, the Zeitgeist is Google’s year-ender report and lists the hottest travel destinations by country.

The annual Google report captures the trends and interests of people all over the world, including new favorites among Filipinos.

Sky Ranch in Tagaytay and Tubbataha Reef in Puerto Princesa were ranked the first and the third respectively. Pico de Loro, Tugawe Cove Resort, Potipot Island, Amana Waterpark, Misibis Bay, Nuvali and Laiya resorts rounded up the ten spots that Filipinos were most interested in learning more about.