Category: Features | 10 Min Read
The Republic of the Philippines are a scattering of islands in the north Pacific Ocean often said to resemble a man kneeling in prayer. South of Taiwan, north of Indonesia and east of Vietnam they have been a popular stopping point for boats and yachts sailing to and from mainland Asia for many decades. A great destination for long distance bluewater cruisers to come explore and spend time island hopping, the Philippine Islands occupy approximately 116,000 square miles ranking the small country the 72nd largest in the world. However, the nation boasts over 7,100 islands, making it a diverse and exciting destination.