Siquijor is one of my favorite islands in the Philippines—and one of the reasons is that, for Filipino standards at least, it actually feels like it has some culture. A common critique I’ve heard about the Philippines is that it lacks cultural depth compared to other Southeast Asian countries. Which, to be fair, isn’t the…
Siquijor is easily one of my favorite islands in the Philippines—but let’s be real, it’s not because of the food scene. Compared to places like Siargao or Bohol, Siquijor feels way more low-key and a lot less touristy, which I personally loved. It felt more local, more relaxed, and just overall more genuine and authentic….
Let’s be real, Siquijor isn’t exactly known for its coffee scene. This island is still a bit under the radar compared to places like Siargao, and that includes when it comes to cafes. But after spending nearly two months in Siargao (which has some of the best coffee culture in the Philippines), I knew I…
We hadn’t planned on visiting Anda as it’s about three hours north of Panglao, and on paper, it felt a little out of the way. But we had a full week on Bohol, and after a few conversations with our homestay owners, we were convinced it was worth the trip. They were right. Anda ended…
I ended up spending nearly two months in Siargao—even though I was only supposed to stay for three weeks. Classic. But honestly, once you’re here, it’s pretty hard to leave. Between the surf, the food, the people, and the laid-back energy, it just pulls you in. Over that time, I ticked off most of the…
Siargao was the very first island I visited in the Philippines — and somehow, also the one I ended up loving the most. It’s one of the more touristy islands if you only stick to General Luna. But once you branch out, it feels totally different. Also, I’ll say it right now: Siargao has some…
Siargao might be famous for surfing, palm tree-lined roads, and that laid-back jungle island vibe—but let’s not forget the villas. I’ve spent a lot of time on this island, and while I haven’t stayed in these luxury private villas (yet!), I’ve walked past a few and trust me, they’re stunning. With private pools tucked into…
In this quick travel guide, I want to tell you about my favorite beach in Siargao—and honestly, I think it’s the best one. And no, it’s not Cloud 9, Secret Beach, or even Pacifico. Let me introduce you to Pasikon Beach. You’ve probably never heard of it, and that’s kind of the point. It’s quiet,…
When we first got to Bohol, I was fully prepared for the Chocolate Hills and the tiny bug-eyed tarsiers. But what I wasn’t ready for was the white powdery beaches, insane blue water, and some of the best snorkeling I’ve done in the Philippines. We originally planned to stay for just three days, but once…
As I’m writing this, I’ve just wrapped up over three months in the Philippines—most of that time spent on Siargao. I’ve been putting together all my guides and notes from this trip, and one of the most common questions I keep getting is: “If I only have time for one island, should I go to…