Travel English

Philippines

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The Philippines is a beautiful country of more than 7,000 islands.
What is the most beautiful place you've been to?

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mango (n.) dish (n.)
/ˈmæŋ.ɡəʊ/ /dɪʃ/

• The Philippine mango is one of
the most popular fruits in the
country. You can find mangoes
at any fruit store in the
Philippines.
• There are many dishes you can try
in the Philippines. Adobo, sinigang,
lechon, and caldereta are some of
the must-try dishes in the country.
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river (n.) volcano (n.)
/ˈrɪv.ər/ /vɒlˈkeɪ.nəʊ/

• Tourists can visit the beautiful • Mount Mayon is a volcano visited by

Hinatuan Enchanted River in the
Philippines. This river is in Surigao
del Sur, Mindanao.
tourists for its perfect cone shape. You
can also see other volcanoes such as Taal
and Pinatubo while you are in the
Philippines.
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whale shark (n.)
/weɪl ʃɑːk/
• Tourists go to Donsol in Sorsogon
to see and swim with friendly whale
sharks during some months of the
year. You can also go on a boat tour
to see whale sharks.
terrace (n.)
/ˈter.əs/
• The Banaue Rice Terraces is one of
the most popular tourist attractions
in the Philippines. Tourists go to
Ifugao province to see the terraces.
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(William just arrived at the Philippines and is riding a taxi. He asks
the taxi driver Harry about the country.)
William: How do you get to the Banaue Rice Terraces? I heard that
this place is a popular tourist attraction in the Philippines.
Harry: That is easy! You can get to the terraces by taking a bus
to Ifugao province.

William: Many thanks! Do you know any other popular tourist

attractions here?
Harry: Sure. The Mayon Volcano is definitely a must-see. You can
also go to volcanoes like Pinatubo or Taal.

William: I will find out more about those volcanoes. What other places
should I visit?
Harry: You should also visit Sorsogon while you are in the
Philippines. You can see whale sharks if you join a boat tour.

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Answer the questions. Use the following expressions.
Taal volcano Philippine map bus Banaue Rice Terraces

What are popular tourist attractions
in the Philippines?
“… [is/are] (a) popular tourist
[attraction/attractions] in the Philippines.”
You can also use: “… are some of the popular
places to go to.”
How do you get to the Banaue
Rice Terraces?
“You can get to … by ...”
You can also use: “Take the … to …”
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Answer the questions. Use the following expressions.
Mayon Volcano Lake Pinatubo Donsol Hinatuan River

Describe some of the volcanoes in What places can you go to in

the Philippines. the Philippines?

“You should also visit … while you are

"... is definitely a must-see.“
in the Philippines.”
You can also use: “… is a … volcano.”
You can also use: “Try going to … during your stay.”
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You are talking with your mother about her trip to the Philippines. She wants to know
what she can do there and where she should go during her stay.
You should use:
• "... a popular tourist attraction
in the Philippines."
• "You can get to ... by ..."
• "... is definitely a must-see."
• "You should also visit ... while
you are in the Philippines."

You can use:

mango
dish
volcano
river
terrace
whale shark
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• The best place to see whale sharks is in Donsol Bay in

Sorsogon. People see many of whale sharks there from
December to May.
• The Philippines is a tropical country, so it would be
best to wear something light and comfortable if you
will visit during summer.
• Rainy season in the Philippines is from June to
October. Be sure to bring clothes for rainy weather if
you plan to visit the country during these months.

• Remember to bring mosquito repellent if you are

outdoors to prevent mosquito bites, especially if it is
the rainy season.

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