Traveloka PH
08 Oct 2016 - 8 min read
As rewarding as traveling can be, there is quite a bit of work that goes into preparing for it, especially if you come from the Philippines. As much as you’d like to see Gangnam, or walk past what remains of the Berlin Wall, you’d probably have to spend a not so negligible amount of time at these countries’ respective embassies applying for a visa. And that’s not even a guarantee you’ll get one.
There are, of course, other options. Currently, the Philippines enjoys visa-free or visa on arrival access to 61 countries or territories. That’s a lot of countries to visit or explore. After we explored the possible sites in Southeast Asia, here’s a list of visa free countries that you can visit in Central and South America -- and the tourist spots and destinations you can see there.
Tasek Merimbun
Visa-free Entry: 14 DaysWhile we mostly know the nation of Brunei for its extensive petroleum and natural gas fields, this isn’t all that the country has to offer. Aside from these resources that have allowed its economy to flourish, Brunei is also home to mountains, rainforests, and cultural sights that are sure to entice.Must-sees:
Angkor Wat
Visa-free Entry: 15 DaysAnother Southeast Asian nation we Filipinos can visit without a visa is Cambodia. It’s known most for the Angkor Wat, but this country of over 15 million people also has other things it can offer to the Filipino traveler. Must-sees:
Mount Bromo
Visa-free Entry: 30 DaysIndonesia is the world’s largest island country, with more than 13,000 islands, and with probably the same amount of sites and attractions to offer Filipinos bitten by the travel bug. Whether you’re looking for culture, art, or beautiful natural locations, Indonesia has something to offer. Must-sees:
Luang Prabang
Visa-free Entry: 30 DaysMost Filipinos will know Laos mostly because it just recently hosted the 2016 ASEAN Summit. But the country also has plenty to offer beyond playing host to other world leaders. Must-sees:
George Town
Visa-free Entry: 14 DaysBy this point, everybody’s already aware of Malaysia’s earworm of a tourism logo: “Malaysia Truly Asia”. But more than just humming that theme beneath our breath, visiting the country would definitely be a better use of our time, especially since we don’t need a visa. Must-sees:
Kyaiktiyo Pagoda
Visa-free Entry: 14 DaysMyanmar is best known for democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi and her battle with the country’s long-ruling military junta. With Aug San Suu Kyi’s election as the country’s head of state, Myanmar is now also opening itself up to travelers. Must-sees:
Singapore Flyer
Visa-free Entry: 30 DaysThe world’s only island city-state, Singapore is a popular destination for Filipinos. Because of the number of Filipinos living and working there, visits to the country are as much a chance to reconnect as to see the sights. And Singapore certainly has a number of sights to offer. Must-sees:
The Grand Palace in Bangkok
Visa-free Entry: 30 DaysThe Kingdom of Thailand is the world’s 51st largest country by area, and it certainly has attractions as numerous as its huge area. It was the most visited country in Southeast Asia in 2013, for good reason. It has a number of historic, cultural, and natural sights sure to entice. Must-sees:
Ha Long Bay
Visa-free Entry: 21 DaysFor Filipinos of a certain age, Vietnam recalls the award-winning musical, Miss Saigon, which featured Filipina actress Lea Salonga. But for a lot of younger, globe-trotting Filipinos, Vietnam is a land of great bays and beaches, as well as of culture and history.Must-sees:
All of these are just the tip of what Filipinos can see in these countries. There’s still so much to explore in each of them, and with visa free entrance, you have at least 30 days to discover most of them. If you’re interested in visiting any of these countries, Traveloka has flight routes and hotel rooms in these countries, giving you the means to go visit and the assurance that you have a place to stay in.
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