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The Philippines made it to the New York Times’ list of 46 places to see in 2013. Landing on No. 17, the country secured its spot through local luxury hotels and resorts, particularly in Siargao Island, a popular surfing destination. The Times also mentioned the private island resort of El Nido Pangulasian, in Palawan which will open this January. It said the resort will be right beside “some of the world’s most pristine diving spots.” Although the Philippines had been subject to US travel advisories in the past, these focused mostly on the island of Mindanao in the south. There are outfitters that can offer extra security and organize private transfers and arrange for local guides, the Times said. At the top of the list was Rio de Janeiro in Brazil which is preparing for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics. Meanwhile, China’s Oriental Morning Post also gave the country its “Best Tourist Destination” award, following poll results that showed it is still a sought-after destination among Chinese. The award comes 2 years after the tragic Manila hostage crisis.
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