Visiting the Philippines, which is home to some of the world's famous tourist spots, is enjoyed best when you are equipped with the basic Philippines travel information about the country. Blessed with rich natural resources and fascinating landscapes, the predominantly Catholic nation offers a wide selection of luxurious and affordable hotels and vacation homes choose from while enjoying numerous travel destinations.

Vacation rentals are steadily becoming a popular alternative to expensive hotels in the Southeast Asian nation. You can rent a villa that features a kitchen to fulfill your gastronomic needs, a living room to let your family gather together, and other basic amenities to make your stay in the Philippines memorable. Renting a vacation home also gives you a feel of the local neighborhood; making you closer to the Filipino people.

Here are some of the great accommodations that give both value and quality for your money while spending your holiday in the Philippines. Rates may vary depending on the size, location, and services offered by property owners.

Anito Beach House
If you are planning for a relaxing vacation in the Boracay Island, you must try the Anito Beach House. Created by the renowned Oneplace Design Group, this luxurious place gives its guests a clear view of the island's famous white beach. It is fully air-conditioned and equipped with cable television and wireless Internet. If you are looking for a thrilling adventure, this is the perfect vacation home to stay in as it offers surfing, parasailing, snorkeling, and diving. Accommodation rates start at USD 238 per night.

Luxurious Mountain Log Cabin
When in Baguio City, the summer capital of the Philippines, one (a) way to enjoy its cold weather and tourist spots is to check in at the Luxurious Mountain Log Cabin. Located at a private subdivision in the "City of Pines," the house is built on traditional logs but (is) equipped with modern facilities for relaxation. This 3-bedroom cabin costs at least USD200/night.

Clear Water Resthouse
To enjoy a breathtaking view of Taal Volcano in Tagaytay City, you should make a reservation at the Clear Water Resthouse. The resthouse has a splendid view of the volcano. An hour drive from Manila, this ancestral place can also be the perfect venue for weddings, corporate functions, and simple get together with family and friends.

There are many other accommodations and temporary residences to stay in while taking a vacation in the Philippines. For your convenience, contact a rental agency ahead of time. They will be able to provide you with enough information about the best vacation homes that offers the most competitive rate and service that you surely deserve.

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Allan Leandro Merin has been writing professionally since 2008. After leaving a career at a daily electronic newspaper, he joined a web development outsourcing company and linked up with Local Philippines, the most comprehensive online directory of Philippine destinations, events, and attractions http://www.localphilippines.com/.