20 Countries to Visit in 2016 for Philippines

Passport Holders
(Updated: January 14,2016 Visa Free, Visa Waiver & Visaon-Arrival Countries)
Are you planning to use your Philippines passport this year, heres the
awesome places you should add on your bucket list!
Heres the list of the Visa free and Visa-on-arrival countries for Filipinos who
wants to have a new adventure in 2016. New Year means new and more
travel adventures to come. So, to fuel your wanderlust soul weve come up
with the list of awesome places to visit with your Philippines passport.

Visa Free and Visa-on-Arrival Countries to Visit on 2016 for Filipinos

1. Baos, Ecuador

Photo Credit: Canopy, Baos (Banos), Ecuador by Rinaldo Wurglitsch / CC

BY 2.0
Where: South America
Visa-free entry: 90 days
This town in Ecuador is famous for extreme activities. A perfect example is the
famous Swing at the end of the world. You can surely swing to your hearts
content. For adrenaline junkies, this is a must visit.
Ecuador has some of great backpackers hostels and they are really
cheap, check our list.

2. Medellin, Colombia

Photo Credit: MEDELLIN ANTIOQUIA by Ivn Erre Jota / (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Where: South America
Visa-free entry: 90 days
After the miss universe fiasco, it would be the best time for you to visit the
beautiful country of Colombia for partying and dancing salsa. Time to show
the world that Filipinos are also adventurous with a heart.
Looking for a place to stay in Colombia? Yes please, starting from $8/night
dorm bed!Check our list.

3. Sapa, Vietnam

Photo Credit: Sapa, Vietnam by avilasal / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Asia
Visa-Free Entry: 21 days
Terrace rice fields? Vietnam also has it. This small town in North Western
Vietnam is famous for trekking enthusiasts. From Hanoi, you can arrange your
visit in this town for trekking tours and markets.
If youre looking for cheap places to stay in Vietnam (from North to
South), heres the list of the best backpackers hostels!

4. 4000 islands, Laos

Photo Credit: Don Khon Island 4000 Islands Laos by ronan crowley / (CC
BY-ND 2.0)
Where: Asia
Visa Free Entry: 30 days
Would you like to take it slow? Here in 4000 islands, you can do that. The
perfect description as a land of lotus eaters, where you can relax and just
watch the sun goes dow. During the dry season, the water from the Mekong
river dries out and the thousands of island, islet and sand bar shows up.
If youre looking for the best backpackers hostels in Laos, heres the list.

5. Suriname

Photo Credit: Arya Dewaker Mandir by David Stanley / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: South America
Visa Free Entry: 90 days
Use to be one of the Guyanas in South America. If you are a Philippines
passport holder, consider to visiting Suriname in South America to bond with
nature and experience their culture.

6. Nairobi, Kenya

Photo Credits: skyline_safari; nairobi_kenya by eks-i zb / (CC BY-ND 2.0)

Where: Africa
Visa-On-Arrival: 90 days
Other than experiencing the wild African safari and mingle with the locals of
Kenya,volunteering gigs are also available in Nairobi. Its time to give
something back to the community.

7. Yerevan, Armenia

Photo Credit: Panorama of Kasagh Gorge Outside Saghmosavank

Monastery Near Yerevan Armenia by Adam Jones / (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Where: Asia
Visa-On-Arrival: 120 days
Appreciate the history and the scenic beauty of Armenia. Visit as many
monasteries as you can to find your inner peace. Straddled between Asia and
Europe, Armenia can surely give you the glimpse of the first civilization and
serenity with nature.

8. La Paz, Bolivia

Photo Credit: La Paz Bolivia & Mt. Illimani by Matthew Straubmuller / (CC BY
2.0)

Photo Credit: The Bolivian Death Road by Matthew Straubmuller / (CC BY

2.0)
Where: South America
Visa Free Entry: 90 days
Another adventurous, adrenaline rush activity that you should do in Bolivia is
the Death Road biking experience. This is a YOLO moment indeed! Just be
careful!
Wanna know where the backpackers usually stays in Bolivia? Check out this
list of best backpackers hostels in the country!

9. Georgia

Photo Credit: Old Tbilisi, Georgia by Carrie Kellenberger / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Asia
E- Visa: 90 days (GCC can get visa on arrival)
Do you want to experience snow, but worried or dont want to get a visa?
Amigo, go to Georgia. This country in Central Asia can make your dream
come true to experience snow without the hassle of getting any visa. Plus,
youll get to enjoy the scenic landscape in Tbilisi. For things to do in Georgia,
check out this article!

10. Mongolia

Photo Credit: Untitled by Chelsea Marie Hicks / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Asia
Visa Free Entry: 21 days
Visit the birthplace of Genghis Khan, the greatest warrior, and ruler of
Mongolian Empire. Your trip to Mongolia wont be complete without paying a
visit to this gigantic statue of Genghis Khan. You can also visit one of the
worlds greatest desert, Gobi Desert.

11. Morocco

Photo Credit: Old kasbah in the Sahara desert by Alexander

Cahlenstein / (CC BY 2.0)
Where: Africa
Visa Free Entry: 90 days
The gateway to the Sahara Desert, Morocco offers a different experience in
Africa. Marrakech gives you the taste of Ottoman culture. The Fez and Agadir
are the towns that worth visiting. Casablanca, charming modern commercial
town, that still have the touch of its French and Moorish colonial past. What to
do in Morocco? Check this story!

12. Maldives

Photo Credit: Constance Halaveli Resort, Maldives by Mac Qin / (CC BY-ND
2.0)

Photo credit: Maldives (Constance Halaveli Resort & Spa) by Mac Qin / (CC
BY-ND 2.0)
Where: Asia
Visa-on-Arrival: 30 days
Maldives is known for their fine white sands, turquoise blue sea, and luxury
resorts. You can definitely still enjoy the wonderful tropical paradise. You can
find our Budget guide article here or check out the list of cheap hotels here!
Check out the list of best hotels and resorts for couples here in the Maldives!

13. Dharamsala, India

Photo Credit: Triund Trek, Dharamsala by Saurabh Kumar_ / (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Photo Credit: CRW_1351 by Amit / (CC BY-ND 2.0)

Where: Asia
E- Visa: 30 days
Need some soul- searching and meditation moment, this would be an ideal
place for your all the wanderlust yogi out there or probably a relaxing vacation.
This is also the place where Dalai lama lives. How much is it to backpack in
India? Read our personal experience here.
Also, India is a really cheap country to visit, if you will be traveling on your
own, you should stay at these backpacker hostels to meet fellow
travelers! List of best backpackers hostels in India here!

14. Kandy, Sri Lanka

Photo Credit: Tea plantations near Kandy Sri Lanka by Malcolm Browne / (CC
BY-ND 2.0)

Photo Credit: Temple of the Tooth Kandy Sri Lanka by Malcolm Browne / (CC
BY-ND 2.0)
Where: Asia
E-Visa : 30 days
A World Heritage UNESCO site, the Sacred city of Kandy. The Temple of the
Tooth relic is a famous pilgrimage site for Buddist. Kandy is also known for
their tea plantation, my favorite tea, the Ceylon tea.

15. Yangon, Myanmar

Photo Credit: Kandawgyi Lake, Yangon, Myanmar

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by Romain Pontida / (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Where: Asia
Visa Free Entry: 14 days
Formerly known as Rangoon, the old capital of Myanmar (Burma). Explore
different pagodas and Buddhist temple dotted around the city. You can read
more details about Yangon here.
Are you looking for cheapest hostels to stay in Myanmar? Check our list here.

16. Papua New Guinea

Photo Credit: Goroka Show by Anselmo Lastra / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Oceania
Visa-On-Arrival: 60 days
Bond with nature and explore the rainforest of Papua New Guinea. The
country can offer an authentic experience with nature whether in land or sea.
Enjoy the moments away from all the hustle and bustle of other touristy
destinations. See and experience Goroka Sho, a cultural dance performance
in this town in Papua New Guinea

17. Fiji

Photo Credit: Likuliku Lagoon by Adam Selwood / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Oceania
Visa Free Entry: 120 days
Another good source of vitamin sea. This country in the Pacific has 300
islands to choose from. A great destination if you wanted to relax and enjoy its
natural wonders.

18. Timor-Leste (East Timor)

Photo Credit: Cape Fatucama by David Stanley / (CC BY 2.0)

Where: Asia
Visa-On-Arrival: 30 days
One of the off-the-beaten tracks countries to visit. Not far from the Philippines
andIndonesia, surely you will find new and exciting places to visit here.

19. Kosovo- Europe

Photo Credit: Untitled by Funky Tee / (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Where: Europe
Visa Waiver for 15 Days or you can apply for Kosovo visa in Istanbul,
Turkey
If you have any OECD countries valid tourist visa (Japan, USA, Schengen,
UK, Canada, Australia etc) then you can get a free visa to travel to Kosovo,
however, another option is applying for a visa in Istanbul, Turkey.
Europes newest country since 2008 after gained their independence from
Serbia. Located in the scenic region of the Balkans. This EUs new founded
nation will surely be considered as one of unexpectedly beautiful place.
EXTRA TIPS:

Guide to getting a Schengen Visa

Guide to getting a USA Tourist Visa

Guide to getting a UK Tourist Visa

20. Haiti

Photo Credit: Approche de la Citadelle by Rmi Kaupp / (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Where: Caribbean
Visa Free Entry: 90 days
Tucked in the Caribbean, this country has been misunderstood and forgotten
for awhile. Time to re-discover and re-kindle the connection to this culturally
diverse country and blessed with natural wonders.
Looking for other countries to visit in Caribbean? Check out our Travel Guides
here!

I hope we have sparked up more your wanderlust soul with these visa-free
and visa-on-arrival destinations for Filipino traveller who loves to explore. You
can read Kachs personal experience of traveling around the world on
Philippines passport in this article.

Note: Always refer to the consular website of each

respective countries for visa policy updates.