2021 • 12 • 03
The holidays are upon us! Christmas carols have begun filling the airwaves, vibrant lights have started twinkling on building facades, as well as mainstream media have been painting winter season wonderland. however for numerous of us, the White Christmas of our dreams isn’t made from snow however of powdery white sand!
If you’re a beach bum, you’ve most likely been missing the sea, the sand, as well as the sun. If you’re a nature-lover, you’re many likely aching for some adventure! Thankfully, much more as well as much more island destinations have opened to leisure travelers. However, since we are still in a pandemic, all destinations still execute travel guidelines as well as demands for the health and wellness as well as security of both the tourists as well as the locals in those areas.
These demands vary depending upon the LGU of your destination, as well as they likewise differ if you’re full-vaccinated or not. Some destinations no longer need a COVID-19 test for completely vaccinated individuals, however others still do. a few of these destinations, not all, likewise need verified hotel reservation.
For this article, we’ve teamed up with RedDoorz, the largest on the internet hotel administration as well as booking platform in Southeast Asia, to compile a few of the most prominent beach destinations as well as the corresponding demands that you should prepare ought to you plan to visit.
If you’re the budget-conscious or budget-savvy type, we’ve likewise noted down bang-for-the-buck RedDoorz properties in these areas.
Aside from strictly adhering to government policies, RedDoorz likewise introduced HygienePass, a tidiness as well as sanitation program to assist travelers quickly determine hotels that prioritize health and wellness as well as safety! as of this writing, there are over 100 hotels that are HygienePass licensed that you can book with RedDoorz.
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In the Where to stay sections below, you’ll discover a listing of links to RedDoorz properties that you may inspect out. note that a few of these are found in the city center as well as may not be near the beach however can still be utilized as a base when checking out the rest of the island or province.
Without even more ado, right here are the demands for tourists who mean to go to a few of the very best beach destinations in the country as of the suggested date. keep in mind that these policies might modification so it is finest to inspect with the LGU for updates.
WHAT’S covered IN THIS GUIDE?
Boracay
Siargao
Zambales
Cebu
Bohol
Coron
La Union
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Boracay
#TuloyTuloyLang ang summertime vibe kahit taglamig!
The country’s poster beach destination, Boracay is one of the very first islands to reopen to tourists. White beach is an attraction in itself, however there are much more beaches you can inspect out right here including Puka Beach, Diniwid Beach, Bulabog Beach, as well as Cagban beach to name a few. You can likewise delight in water activities like paddle boarding, parasailing, as well as banana boating.
Travel Requirements
As of 16 November 2021
For completely Vaccinated Individuals:
Screenshot of OHDC confirmation type from touristboracay.com. Register as traveler as well as take a screenshot of the confirmation page.
Proof of identification with Philippine Residency
Copy of verified booking slip/form from a dot certified Boracay lodging establishment
Roundtrip flight/travel (Tourists should fly to as well as from Caticlan flight terminal only)
VaxCertPH Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate with full vaccination condition from vaxcert.doh.gov.ph, or
Locally-issued Vaccination Card/ ID with full vaccination condition as well as with verifiable QR code, or
Locally-issued Vaccination Card/ ID with full vaccination condition as well as with Certificate of Vaccination from vaccination center with get in touch with details
For Unvaccinated or partially Vaccinated Individuals:
Screenshot of OHDC confirmation type from touristboracay.com. Register as traveler as well as take a screenshot of the confirmation page.
Proof of identification with Philippine Residency
Copy of verified booking slip/form from a dot certified Boracay lodging establishment
Roundtrip flight/travel (Tourists should fly to as well as from Caticlan flight terminal only)
RT-PCR unfavorable result Certificate (saliva, nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal) taken 72 hours from the travel date.
Note: These demands should be sent to touristboracay@gmail.com with the subject OHDC-FamilyName, FirstName – date of travel (MM-DD-YYYY) at least 24 hours before your flight.
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RedDoorz premium @ Nigi Nigi Nu Noosstation 2 Boracay
RedDoorz premium @ Nigi Nigi Nu Noos station 2 Boracay
RedDoorz plus @ trick garden Boracay
Siargao
#TuloyTuloyLang ang island life fantasy realness!
Daku Island
Siargao is frequently called the Surfing funding of the Philippines, however it is a paradise for non-surfers too! This teardrop-shaped island has numerous captivating attractions you can revel in including the three islands Naked, Guyam, as well as Daku. You can likewise go to Sugba Lagoon as well as check out by paddle boarding, canoeing, bamboo rafting, or snorkeling.
If you want to trip the waves, there are numerous surf breaks for different levels of expertise. You may likewise get surfing lessons if you haven’t tried it before.
Travel Requirements
As of 20 November 2021
For Walk-in Tourists:
Travel Coordination permit (TCP). Register as well as apply for a TCP at least someday before your departure at s-pass.ph as well as submit the complying with requirements:
Negative RT-PCR (Swab/Saliva) test result taken within 48 hours prior to arrival in Siargao
Valid ID with address
Confirmed booking for at least 2 nights at a DOT-accredited accommodation
For Invited Tourists:
Travel Coordination permit (TCP). Register on s-pass.ph as well as apply for a TCP at least a day before your travel by submitting the complying with requirements:
Negative RT-PCR (Swab/Saliva) test result taken within 48 hours prior to arrival in Siargao
Valid ID with address
Travel accreditation issued by the Mayor of the destination, specifying your a traveler invited by a local
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RedDoorz Maharlika Siargao
RedDoorz Maharlika Siargao
RedDoorz vacation home Cecilia Siargao
Zambales
#TuloyTuloyLang ang pak na pak na road trips!
If you’re coming from Manila as well as you want to have a quick getaway, Zambales is most likely among the top destinations you’re considering. It is only a few hours away from the city so you can go on a weekend road trip here.
The many prominent beach attractions right here are Anawangin Cove as well as Nagsasa Cove near Pundaquit, San Antonio. You can likewise go to Potipot Island as well as Liwliwa beach if you want a much more peaceful time. Subic is likewise a traditional choice, particularly if you likewise plan on going on a buying spree after.
Travel demands
As of: 22 November 2021
For completely Vaccinated individuals (final dose administered at least 1 month prior to travel):
Valid ID
Confirmed booking at lodging establishments with DOT-accreditation or LCOC
Negative fast Antigen test (RAT) result carried out by a medical center or medical facility 24-hours prior to travel.
Vaccination Card
QR-coded Travelers Pass (QTP) from Zambales VISITA. Register as well as routine your go to at visita.zambales.gov.ph as well as print or save a copy of your QTP.
For Unvaccinated & partially Vaccinated Individuals:
Valid ID
Confirmed booking at lodging establishments with DOT-accreditation or LCOC
Negative RT-PCR test result carried out by a DOH certified facility 48-hours prior to travel or unfavorable Saliva RT-PCR test from Philippine Red cross 48-hours prior to travel.
QR-coded Travelers Pass (QTP) from Zambales VISITA. Register as well as routine your go to at visita.zambales.gov.ph as well as print or save a copy of your QTP.
For kids below 18 Years Old
Traveling with fully-vaccinated parents or guardians: unfavorable Antigen Antigen test (RAT) result carried out by a medical center or medical facility 24 hours prior to travel
Traveling with unvaccinated or partially-vaccinated parents or guardians: unfavorable RT-PCR test result carried out by a DOH certified facility 48 hours prior to travel
Children 2 years old as well as below are not enabled as recommended by the department of Health
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RedDoorz plus @ JNV dream hotel Subic Zambales
RedDoorz @ Les Amoure beach resort Zambales
RedDoorz @ prince JB beach resort Zambales
RedDoorz @ White Castle beach resort Iba Zambales
RedDoorz Hostel @ Hidaway Pundaquit Zambales
RedDoorz Hostel @ Limliwa beach Resort
RedDoorz Hostel @ Megans Paradisio beach Resort
RedDoorz plus @ JNV dream hotel Subic Zambales
RedDoorz plus @ Lagoon beach resort Zambales
RedDoorz plus @ Seaborne hotel Subic Zambales
RedDoorz plus @ Subic 2N2 beach resort Zambales
Cebu
#TuloyTuloyLang ang wiiiiild adventures!
Bantayan Island
You will not run out of beaches as well as adventures in Cebu. From snorkeling or diving to see the sardine run in Moalboal, to seeing the Thresher sharks as well as wakeboarding in Malapascua. as well as if you just want to chill on the beach, the white sand beaches in Sumilon Island as well as Bantayan Island got you covered.
Rules are different for Cebu City as well as the rest of the province.
Cebu province travel Requirements
As of: 30 October 2021
For completely Vaccinated Travelers:
Vaccination Card or Vaccination Certificate
Valid ID
Passed sign inspecting or screening at the port upon arrival as well as upon boarding
For Unvaccinated or partially Vaccinated Travelers:
Lääkärintodistus
Valid ID
Passed sign inspecting or screening at the port upon arrival as well as upon boarding
Cebu City travel Requirements
As of: 30 October 2021
For completely Vaccinated Travelers:
Valid ID
Vaccination Card, with QR Code. If without QR code, present the official vaccination certificate issued by the regional health and wellness policeman of the LGU concerned or Vaccination Certificate issued by the DOH-Bureau of Quarantine.
For Unvaccinated or partially Vaccinated Travelers: any type of of the following:
Negative RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours from the arranged arrival, or
Negative Antigen test result taken within 48 hours from arranged arrival, or
Negative Saliva test result taken within the last 48 hours from arranged arrival
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RedDoorz Hostel @ St. Paul village Lapu Lapu
RedDoorz Hostel @ St. Paul village Lapulapu
RedDoorz plus @ AS Fortuna Cebu
RedDoorz plus @ Jones Avenue Cebu
RedDoorz plus @ Mango Avenue Cebu
Sans hotel at Rana Cebu
North Harbor beach Resort
Bohol
#TuloyTuloyLang ang wow moments as well as travel #goals!
The chocolate Hills
The chocolate Hills may be the very first attraction numerous would believe of when you mention Bohol, however this province likewise boasts lots of gorgeous beaches as well as fantastic dive sites. If you want to stay close to the beach, staying along Alona beach or Danao beach is something you ought to consider. You can likewise go island hopping as well as go to Balicasag Island where you can go snorkeling or diving.
Travel Requirements
As of 31 October 2021
For completely Vaccinated Individuals:
Vaccination Card
Valid ID
Approved or Pending approval S-Pass. Register at s-pass.ph as well as apply for a travel Coordination permit.
For partially Vaccinated as well as Non-Vaccinated individuals:
Negative RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours from arranged arrival
Valid ID
Approved or Pending approval S-Pass
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RedDoorz plus near holy name university medical Center
RedDoorz @ Bohol Emerelle’s traveler Inn
RedDoorz @ Elicon Suites Tagbilaran
RedDoorz @ Gaea’s house Panglao
RedDoorz @ Taloto district Tagbilaran
RedDoorz plus near holy name university medical center
Coron
#TuloyTuloyLang ang island hopping escapade!
Coron has a few of the most diverse landscapes as well as seascapes in the country. On the surface, you can see picturesque karst cliffs, breathtaking beaches, lakes, as well as lagoons. beneath the waves, you’ll be greeted by a vibrant world where you can check out shipwrecks as well as coral gardens. You can likewise hop on a boat as well as go island hopping to go to close-by islands.
Note: only fully-vaccinated tourists as well as minors gone along with by fully-vaccinated parents or guardians are enabled to visit.
Travel Requirements
As of 8 November 2021
Travel Coordination permit (TCP) from S-Pass. To apply for a TCP, register at s-pass.ph as well as submit the complying with requirements:
Valid ID
QR Coded unfavorable RT-PCR test result taken within 72 hours from the date of arrival with official receipt
Vaccination Card
Confirmed hotel, trip or diving booking
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RedDoorz @ G travel Lodge
RedDoorz @ G travel Lodge
RedDoorz @ Poblacion 6 Coron
La Union
#TuloyTuloyLang ang surf-and-burp getaway!
Another prominent surfing area in the Philippines, La Union is extremely available to those who are coming from Metro Manila. getting right here takes a 5-7 hour drive or bus trip from Manila. You can spend your time surfing or swimming in Urbiztondo Beach. however you can likewise go to the close-by town of Luna to inspect out the pebble beach. If you’re searching for other activities aside from the beach, you can trip to Tangandan Falls.
The municipality of Agoo is likewise a rising traveler destination.
La Union likewise has a burgeoning food scene as much more noteworthy restaurants as well as cafes mushroom along its beaches as well as streets!
Travel Requirements
As of 17 November 2021
For completely Vaccinated Travelers:
QR-coded traveler Pass (QTP) from Tara na Visita System. Register at https://tarana.launion.gov.ph, apply for a traveler Pass, as well as submit the complying with requirements:
Government Issued ID
Pre-booked plan from dot certified trip Operator
COVID-19 Vaccination Card
Negative Antigen test result taken within 3 days prior to your travel date
For Unvaccinated or partially Vaccinated Travelers:
QR-coded traveler Pass (QTP) from Tara na Visita System. go to https://tarana.launion.gov.ph to register. Then, apply for a traveler Pass as well as submit the complying with requirements:
Government Issued ID
Pre-booked plan from DOT-accredited trip Operator
Negative RT-