Philippines
Definition
A sovereign archipelago nation in Southeast Asia, located in the western Pacific Ocean, comprising over 7,600 islands.
Officially the Republic of the Philippines, named after King Philip II of Spain, with a vibrant culture blending indigenous, Spanish, American, and Asian influences.
Examples
Booking a flight to the Philippines means trading your winter coat for a lifetime supply of sunscreen and regret for not going sooner.
In the Philippines, jeepneys turn rush hour into a rolling disco party where everyone's invited but personal space isn't.
The Philippines' adobo is so addictive, it should come with a warning label: may cause spontaneous cravings and empty rice bowls.
Exploring the Philippines' islands is like playing real-life hide-and-seek with paradise – and it always wins.