Tour the Philippines during these Long Holidays

I just like to call upon my fellow Filipinos to utilize these long holidays to tour the Philippines.

We could help our country during the present economic woes while enjoying ourselves if we spend our hard-earned money on the Philippines' numerous tourist spots.

Here are the Holidays declared by the Government for 2009:

Araw ng Kagitingan
April 4 - 6, Saturday - Monday

Holy Week
April 9 - 12, Thursday - Sunday

Labor Day
May 1- 3, Friday - Sunday

Independence Day
June 12 - 14, Friday - Sunday

Ninoy Aquino Day
August 21 - 23, Friday - Sunday

National Heroes Day
August 29 - 31, Saturday - Monday

All Saints' Day
October 31 - November 2, Saturday - Monday

Bonifacio Day
November 28 - 30, Saturday - Monday

Christmas Eve
December 24 - 27, Thursday - Sunday

Rizal Day/New Year's Eve
December 30, 2009 - January 3, 2010 , Wednesday - Sunday

The Philippines beauty is known the world over. There is so much in here that rivals those from other countries to choose from. Remember that as you enjoy your vacation, the money you spent will boost the domestic tourism's revenue.

You can go whitewater rafting in Cagayan de Oro, frolicked at nearby Batangas beach resorts, splurge at the world-famous white sands of Boracay and a lot more. You can choose from the Philippines top travel spots or discover new sites that are yet to be explored.