Planning a trip to the Philippines? 🇵🇭 This video is a complete travel guide in Telugu for anyone dreaming of visiting the beautiful islands of the Philippines! Note: When I traveled (in December 2024), Indian nationals were not eligible for visa-free entry and I had to travel using valid visas (US, Schengen, Singapore, etc.). But the rules have since changed — starting 08 June 2025, Indian passport holders can now enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days for tourism. If you hold a valid visa or residence permit from the US, Australia, Canada, Schengen, Singapore, UK, or Japan (the “AJACSSUK” group), you may be eligible for 30 days visa-free stay. In this video, I shared everything you need to know before planning your trip — including: ✈️ How to get a Philippines Visa from India (for times before visa-free) 💰 Budget & Expenses for the Trip 🏝️ Best Places to Visit & Itinerary 🚖 Local Transport & How to Travel 🏨 Where to Stay (Hostels & Hotels) 💡 Travel Tips & My Experience This video will help you plan your dream trip to the Philippines easily — whether you’re traveling under the old rules or under the new visa-free policy. Hope this helps all Telugu travelers who are planning an international trip for the first time or looking for a beach vacation like Boracay, Palawan, Cebu, El Nido, Moalboal, or Oslob. Make sure to watch till the end for my personal tips & recommendations. If you like the video – Like, Share & Subscribe to my channel “Stories of Akhil” for more travel content. In this video: 00:00 Welcome 00:19 Visa Process & Policy Update 01:29 Currency 02:26 SIM card 03:18 Transportation 04:39 Accommodation 05:53 Itinerary 13:57 Food 14:46 Budget 16:37 Life style 17:23 My experience 18:30 Important Tip