Visit Iloilo

The city of trees in Tohoku, Date Masamune's castle hill, the Tanabata festival and gyutan beef tongue.

Visit Cebu, a vibrant island province in the Philippines. Explore Magellan's Cross (a Christian cross planted by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521), snorkel or dive at Moalboal (famous for its sardine run and coral reefs), and try lechon (a whole roasted pig, considered a local delicacy). Don't miss the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño (the oldest Roman Catholic church in the Philippines, housing the Santo Niño de Cebú statue).

Visit Davao, the largest city in Mindanao, Philippines. Explore Mount Apo (the highest peak in the Philippines at 2,954 meters, a popular hiking destination), stroll through People's Park (a public park with sculptures and gardens showcasing local culture), and try durian (the 'king of fruits' known for its strong odor and creamy taste, often sold at local markets).

Cobbled Calle Crisologo and Spanish colonial houses, the best-preserved colonial town in Asia.

The summer capital in the pine-covered Cordillera, a night market and strawberry farms.

Island-hopping among the Bacuit lagoons of northern Palawan, limestone cliffs and turquoise water.

The eight-kilometre underground river through a cave and the capital of Palawan.

Five original Viking ships in the museum and the cathedral where Danish monarchs have been buried since 1400.