Philippines calling: Island-hopping edition!

This is the moment when dreams become reality. Bags packed, favourite playlist on repeat and off you go on your plane to the Philippines! Countless stars twinkle in the sky with the promise that this adventure is gonna be next level! Island vibes, white beaches, crystal-clear water – and it's all a flight away. You lean back, close your eyes and dream one last time about everything to come... because it's about to get real!

It's happening! Your adventure starts NOW! The second you set foot on Mactan Island, the excitement kicks in. Waterfalls, whale sharks, beach days? Oh yeah! Off to the city: 'Cebu, I'm ready!'
The sun's beating down, the city's buzzing – mopeds, street food, high-rises. And you? Full-on explorer mode. Time to make some memories! Toss your bags in your room and get ready to check out the city. And for the best views, just head the rooftop bars. Cheers to your arrival!

Did you know that Cebu City is the oldest city in the Philippines? No wonder there's so much history and culture to discover here! Kick off your self-made city tour with a visit to the Taoist Temple. When you walk in, you'll find a giant, colourful dragon guarding the entrance to a spectacular garden – the perfect spot for a few selfies! Afterwards, check out one of the city's historic must-sees: the Basilica del Santo Niño, home to an over 500-year-old wooden figure of Santo Niño that the Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan once brought to the island as a gift. You can also find Magellan's famous cross in a little chapel right around the corner. And when you get hungry – for street food or for souvenirs – the Carbon Market is your place to be. Dive into the hustle and bustle, try exotic cuisine and experience that true Cebu feeling!

The motto for the day: 'Make it to the top'! The best view in the city awaits you at TOPS Cebu. One relaxed stroll later, you're standing at the peak and gazing out at a jaw-dropping view over the whole city – all the way to the coast! And for more stunning sights, here's a real insider travel tip: hire a motor scooter or hail a taxi (optional, payable on site) and explore the island's highlands. While you’re up there, check out Sirao Pictorial Garden (there's an entrance fee, but it's so worth it!), an absolute must-see where you can climb up a colossal golden hand and enjoy a picture-perfect panorama over the jungle. And of course, don't forget to snap a selfie with the iconic windmills of Little Amsterdam before heading back to the city centre! Fancy soaking up a bit of history once you're back down? Then head to Fort San Pedro, one of the oldest Spanish fortresses. And when it's time for a break, hit up La Vie Parisienne, a top Insta spot with a bakery, wine bar and café. Ooh là là!