www.travellingbee.com More than the usual: long, white sand beaches, immense variety of marine life, rare & exotic sea flora and fauna, even the tropical party lifestyle are all in abundance in the Philippines. With 7,107 islands and a coastline twice the length of that of the United States, Philippines can very well be called Asia's Beach Capital. You have the promise of white sandy beaches to relax on and the liveliest water encounters. Described as the most exciting surfing destination in the world, with great waves all ranking among the world’s best,

it is a surfer’s paradise. Action Asia Magazine says, "The Philippines is to scuba divers what Switzerland is to skiers, Hawaii to surfers, and Nepal to mountaineers." As for white water action, there are a-plenty – lakes, waterfalls, and rivers that create excellent kayaking and white water runsThe Philippines is also Asia’s most inexpensive shopping destination where you can get the most value for your money. Get imported name brands from the West, as well as products handcrafted in the Philippines, from weaves, baskets, and brassware to hand-embroidered piña cloth, wood figurines, and all sorts of custom-made furniture, clothes, wedding gowns, shoes, embroidery items, and many other accessories.

The Philippines is a sanctuary to an amazing variety of flora and fauna that are found nowhere else in the world. View the Philippine Eagle, the biggest eagle in the world, see the world's smallest mammal in existence, the Philippine Tarsier, swim and interact with the whale sharks, bow-ride with the dolphins and get acquainted with endangered Philippine and African animals.Add to all this, the contemporary party life, renowned hospitality, luxurious hotels, exotic cuisine and spas and you have yourself a perfect holiday that is surely more than the usual.Got your attention? … What’s more, Cox&Kings’ Philippines holidays begin from Rs. 47,990 and are inclusive of airfare, accommodation, sightseeing and transfers.