Transportation

There are so many ways to get around the Philippines. Depending on where one wants to go, getting around is very easy. Here are some ways on how one can get from one town to another or go island-hopping to discover more about the country’s riches.

By Land
National highways intersect the major places of the country. The  jeepneys dominate the Philippine streets to date. The jeepney slowly emerged after the Japanese occupation, and since then, it has become the public’s utility vehicle.  At quazen.com

(http://www.quazen.com/Recreation/Autos/12-Bizarre-Transportation-Vehicles-Only-in-the-Philippines.124223), you will find an article featuring twelve bizarre transportation vehicles that can only be found in the Philippines, like the push carts or ‘kariton’, and the pedicab or ‘padyak’ among others.

You can never get lost in the major cities as the country has taxis plying 24 hours a day, serving the people wherever they want go. Oh, but always remember to be cautious with some drivers who might harass you.

By Water
Because the country is composed of more than 7,107 islands, water transportation is one of the most essential means of taking passengers and goods to other islands.

The Manila International Cargo Terminal and the Eva Macapagal Port Terminal, both in the pier area of Manila, serve as the main gateways for incoming and outgoing passengers, and as well as for trade and business. Other major cities around the country like Bacolod, Batangas City, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Butuan, Iligan, Iloilo, Jolo, Legazpi, Lucena, Puerto Princesa, San Fernando, Subic, Zamboanga, Cotabato, Ormoc, Ozamiz, and Tagbilaran have some of the major ports and piers in the country.
Super Ferry (http://www.superferry.com.ph) and Negros Navigation (http://www.negrosnavigation.ph/index.shtml)   are just two of the major shipping lines that transport passengers to and from the different main islands of the country. For details and information about schedules, one can log on in their website.

By Air
List of Local Airlines

Airline Company                               Website
Air Philippines                      http://www.airphils.com
Asian Spirit                          http://www.asianspirit.com
Cebu Pacific                         http://www.cebupacificair.com
Philippine Airlines                http://www.philippineairlines.com
Southeast Asian Airlines       http://www.flyseair.com

You can book a flight by logging on to the above sites. Always book ahead of time to enjoy great savings and discounts.