Backpacking through Philippines on a tight budget — totally doable

Did Philippines on a shoestring for 18 days and it was absolutely manageable. Based in cheap guesthouses near Vigan centre and ate mostly at local spots — sinigang from street stalls cost almost nothing and was better than anything in a tourist restaurant.

Chocolate Hills Bohol has an entry fee but worth every penny. affordable was a free discovery that ended up being one of my favourite moments of the trip. Budget travellers: Philippines is worth your time and money, just avoid the tourist-priced restaurants.