Philippines

Quotes and Feedback from our customers


April 2008

"Well, I really knew nothing about the Philippines. Now I have fallen in love with the beauty of the country and the warm, welcoming, smiling people"

"Having done a lot of travelling over the past 10 years, I can truly say that this tour wothe Philippines was one of the best experiences I have ever had. The mixture of visits to meet the people and to learn about the history and culture of the country and the natural environment was perfectly balanced and it was made all the more enjoyable and rewarding by having in Arnel an excellent tour leader who could bring his extensive knowledge and passion to bear in all spheres"

"A wonderful experience and I would love to do it all over again!"

"People gave us wonderful hospitality; they were proud to offer their local food and keen to explain how important and delicious it is"

"All of the home-cooked meals and snacks so generously provided by the producers ad projects we visited and by our homestay and otehrs were delicious and truly memorable.... We were lucky enough to coincide with teh mango and pineapple seasons so there was plenty of delicious ripe exotic fruit to feast on"

"The people we met at the producer groups were eager for us to have a go and we could appreciate their skills ever more when we found it so difficult!"

"Each visit was a treat. Each was different. But each was quite moving to see how much enthusiasm and hope was invested in it"

"We visited churches, historic buildingsm learnt a considerable amount about the history of the country, and saw the beautiful lush countryside. Reall, a country to fall in love with"


In 2007 Bristol's Fairtrade coordinator Jenny Foster visited the Philippines on a bespoke tour with our partner and guide Arnel. Click here to read more about her trip