Southeast Asia has some of the most magical diving in the world - and at a real bargain
The Philippines, often skipped over by tourists too focused on Thailand and Vietnam, has several world-class dive destinations with fantastic deals on packages that include accommodations, diving and even certification. This country is a bargain hunter's dream where you can easily find cute air-con rooms on the beach for $35 a night and a delicious Filipino chicken adobo dinner for less than $2.
In Puerto Galera, a five-hour bus and ferry trek from Manila, the narrow strip of beach is lined with dive resorts and operators. The PADI Open Water course plus five nights hotel starts at less than $400. More than two dozen dive sites are within a 20-minute boat ride.
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