Travel Insurance for the Philippines from India

Here are some of the most common reasons why Digit is the go-to service provider for travel insurance to the Philippines:

• Adventure-Sports Related Injuries Covered - If you are into adventure sports and are on one of the Philippines’ numerous famous beaches, you must absolutely take part in snorkelling, scuba diving and the likes. What more, Digit’s travel insurance for the Philippines will provide you with complete cover in case you are ever injured while partaking in any of the single-day adventure sports while travelling the country. 
• Personal Liability Cover Provided - If you accidentally end up causing damage to life or limb when you are overseas, you may have to pay out of your pockets for settling any liabilities. These will be covered under the plan provided by Digit.
  
• Passport Loss Covered - Losing your passport when travelling overseas can be a nightmare. A lot of paperwork is needed to be completed, and the re-issuance process needs some time. Digit’s policy has specific provisions for such situations and covers the cost of re-issuing the passport. 
  
• Baggage Delays or Loss is Never an Issue - Losing your baggage on transit is always a huge headache, and unfortunately quite frequent. However, once you are protected by a Digit travel insurance policy in the Philippines, losing your baggage in transit is no more an issue. You will be provided with financial assistance when you are out of money.
  
• Sudden Trip Cancellation Issues Covered - On occasions, you may have to postpone or even cancel your trip to a foreign country. There might be some family emergencies or some problems in the country you are travelling to. The Philippines is a politically stable country and most visitors never even have to think about postponing or cancelling a trip. However, it is always better to stay prepared. Digit will provide you with compensation for all the non-refundable pre-booking expenses that you have incurred in due course of planning the trip. 
  
• Friendly and Professional Customer Care Service - Besides offering the most customised and pocket-friendly insurance policies, Digit boasts of the best-in-class customer care services. Our services are available 24x7, every day of the year; even on the national holidays!

The Philippines is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. A large percentage of its annual revenue is generated from tourism. Some of the most popular sites for tourists in the Philippines are Cebu, Siargao, Palawan and Boracay.

This country is known for its magnificent natural beauty thanks mostly due to its geological makeup. As the country with the most number of active volcanoes, the terrain has a certain element of danger but also thrill at the same time.

The Philippines also scores very high on the biodiversity index, which means that if you love animals, this is one country you most definitely cannot miss. There are several notified biodiversity hotspots as defined by the United Nations, which means that certain animals are not found anywhere else except the Philippines.

Lastly, several of the world’s most pristine and extraordinary beaches are found in this country.

The Best Time to Visit the Philippines

• November to March - This country has a typical sub-tropical climate, which means that the winter months are the best time to visit. This includes the months of November to March. Post-March, it often becomes too hot and oppressive for most tourists who come from other countries.
  
• July to September – These are the months that comprise of the monsoon season. These months are very rainy and not especially conducive to tourism. Thus, it is recommended that when you are planning to visit these islands, always look for that winter window.

Top Places to Visit in the Philippines

Being one of the most tourist-friendly countries means that the Philippines has multiple options for visitors. It is difficult to figure out the most popular ones. However, based on current figures, these are the most visited places in this country:

• Mayon Volcano: Since the beaches of the Philippines can be extremely congested at most times of the year, you can start off with one of the country’s natural wonders: the Mayon Volcano. The Mayon volcano is probably the most attractive destination for those who are interested in adventure sports like hiking, trekking, camping and others. One advantage of this mountain is its steep vertical climb, which makes for adventures as well.
  
• Boracay: This might be one small island out of a large group; still, this little hidden beauty of the Philippines has some of the world’s finest beaches. These beaches of Boracay are full of tourists in the peak seasons, and it can be very difficult to book a room in a reputed hotel. Many of them also take part in horse-riding, snorkelling, scuba diving, and cave diving. At night, these beaches resemble a carnival.
• Chocolate Hills: These unusual geological formations are found on Bohol island. There are more than 1200 such formations. Although only 30 to 50 metres in height, they are very unusual, which makes them so popular.
• Banaue Rice Hills: This is one of those destinations without which no trip to the Philippines would be complete. The rice hills were carved out about 2000 years ago with just bare hands and no modern equipment by some indigenous tribes. From a distance, it seems like a row of giant stairs leading up to the sky. 
• Tubbataha Reef: This is a marine sanctuary in the Sulu Sea and is one of the most popular diving spots in the Philippines. What makes it most attractive for tourists is the fact that the coral walls of the reef end abruptly and make way for greater depth of the ocean.

Philippines endowments, however, is not limited to this. It offers tremendous diversity in terms of exploration, making it one of the best tourist destinations in the world. 

Philippines Visa for Indian Citizens

• Visa type - Single-entry with 3 months validity 
• Duration - 30 days
• Visa cost - Rs.2840
• Know more about Philippines Visa for Indian Citizens

Disclaimer: The fees charged will change from time to time based on foreign exchange rates and inflation.

Safety measure to follow while travelling in the Philippines

• Scams are not uncommon: Most popular tourist destinations have their share of conmen, and the Philippines is not an exception. You must never trust anyone blindly. For the best advice, stick to official sources.
  
• Drink responsibly: Alcohol poisoning is not something you want on holiday. It is necessary that you keep your alcohol intake to a minimum.

The Indian embassy in the Philippines

• The Embassy of India is located at 2190, Paraiso Street, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines. 
  
• Working hours are between 9 and 11 AM and 2.30 and 4 PM.
• The emergency contact number is 0063-9477-836524.