Pedaling ’round the Philippines, except for busy urban areas such as Manila, is said to be pretty good. The nation has many natural beauties, and options range from mountainous to beachside to wildlife sanctuaries. Maybe try it on a Schwinn Twinn Tandem?

Would you like to skip from island to island? After all, there are 7000+ to chose from! Just roll your bicycle onto a ferry; sail to another island; and roll back off again.

When is the best time to visit? Many people suggest going between December and May. Road quality is variable, but for the most part OK unless you’re on a skinny-tired racing bike. If you stay in Manila, it’s not hard to ride out to see natural attractions.

You might see a  jeepney or two on the roads. These public-transit vehicles were first built from military jeeps that were left over from the Second World War.  Apparently they have no opening doors; passengers get in and out through the back. Great news for cyclists who are concerned about getting “doored”.

The Filipino people are said to be welcoming; and the country is budget-friendly. However, in poor rural areas it can actually be hard to get food. Pack up those  MET-Rx Bars and get ready go go pedaling ’round the Philippines.