Sometimes we want to travel but no one available to accompany us so why not travel alone? But, it is not easy to travel alone because aside from the cost and planning alone, we have to be extra careful when you are new to a place. Below are 5 places in the Philippines that you can go for your first solo backpacking:

1. Boracay, Aklan, Coron Palawan or any famous tourist destinations

I haven’t been here but famous tourists destinations would have lots of people from different parts of the world and will feel safe since you are not literally alone roaming around.

2. Gigantes Island, Carles, Iloilo

Spots to visit: Tanke Saltwater Lagoon, Cabugao Gamay

Food to try: P1 per piece fresh scallops, fresh crabs

3. Sagada, Mountain Province

Spots to visit: Spelunking Cave, Sea of Clouds

Food to try: Pinikpikan, Lemon Pie, Pastries, Wine

4. Guinobatan, Albay, Bicol

Spots to visit: Cagsawa Ruins, Sumlang Lake

Food to try: Sili ice cream, Pinangat

5. Sipalay, Negros Occidental

Spots to visit: Sugar Beach, Islets

Food to try: Oysters and fresh seafood

Take this with caution. We still have to take extra care. Try to go to places with many people. Do not give in to the pressure of ambulant vendors or people selling services. I am confident to say that traveling anywhere in the world is safe for solo travelers but we have to prepare, plan well and be aware of their cultures and respect that.