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…
Hey everyone, Carae here! Out of all the islands I visited in the Philippines, Siargao was definitely the best one for getting back into a good yoga routine. If you haven’t been yet, Siargao is basically the Bali of the Philippines. Great cafés, cute yoga studios, ice baths, coworking spaces, you get the vibe. It’s…
It’s no secret that Siargao is my favorite place in the Philippines. If you’ve read any of my other posts, you already know I can’t shut up about how much I love this island. I spent two months here—working, exploring, and slowing down—and honestly, I’d go back in a heartbeat. So for this one, I’m…
When we first arrived in Panglao, Bohol, we were overwhelmed by how many restaurants were packed into the downtown area. It was just total chaos, I’m talking motorbikes everywhere, people weaving through the streets, menus being waved in our faces. And when you’re hangry that’s literally the last thing you need. We almost gave up…
Siargao is easily one of the coolest islands in the Philippines—and yep, it’s also my personal favorite. There’s just so much to love: great food, amazing surf, fun nightlife, and a relaxed vibe that makes it hard to leave. But most people only know General Luna, which is down in the south. And if that’s…
I just got back from Siargao, and honestly, I didn’t think a guide like this was even needed… until I kept getting the same question over and over: “How do you actually get to Siargao?” So here we are — a quick and straightforward guide on how to get to Siargao in 2026, plus how…
Bohol was such a nice break from all the island hopping Oliver and I had been doing. We totally underestimated how big the island is — we showed up with just three days planned and immediately had to start narrowing down our must-do list. (We actually ended up extending our time in Bohol by 4…
I’ve said this in plenty of my other blog posts already, and I’ll say it again here—Siargao is my number one island in the Philippines, and I fully stand by that. I ended up staying for about two months, and it gave me pretty much everything I was looking for. Sure, I wish the beaches…
Siargao is my favorite island in the Philippines. I know I’m not the only one who feels that way—pretty much every traveler I met there had the same reaction. And if you’re reading this, I’m guessing you’re planning a trip to Siargao too and I promise you’ll love it. The island sits out on the…
Siargao is my number one island in the Philippines. I loved it so much, I actually ended up staying for almost two months. From the beaches to the amazing restaurants and cafes, the friendly community, and all the beautiful nature spots—it’s easy to see why so many people fall in love with it. One of…