Scuba diving in Malapascua is one of those things that needs to be on your Philippines itinerary, especially if you’re into the idea of being underwater surrounded by sharks. (Spoiler: it’s not as terrifying as it sounds.) When I spent around three months traveling through the Philippines, I hadn’t even heard of Malapascua until I…
Malapascua Island in the Philippines is a small island just off the northern tip of Cebu, and to me it’s nothing short of awesome. The diving with thresher sharks is the main draw, and honestly, it was one of the highlights of my trip. Most travelers come here for that reason alone. If you’re into…
If Malapascua isn’t on your list of places to visit in the Philippines yet, you might want to add it. It’s one of the top diving destinations in the country, mainly because of one thing: thresher sharks. Yep, it’s just as cool as it sounds, and you’re almost guaranteed to see them, which is wild….
I visited Malapascua at the beginning of 2025, without it ever really being on my itinerary. I spent about three months in the Philippines, and Malapascua wasn’t even on my radar. Honestly, I hadn’t even heard of it until some fellow travelers mentioned this tiny island where you can dive with sharks. I was in…
Malapascua wasn’t even on my original route through the Philippines. I hadn’t heard much about it, didn’t really plan for it, and clearly didn’t do the best pre-trip research. But that’s how travel goes sometimes. I ran into a few people who wouldn’t shut up about the diving, so I figured, why not? At the…
Malapascua Island in the Philippines isn’t exactly famous for its food scene—and honestly, that’s not why most people come here anyway. This little island is all about world-class scuba diving and snorkeling, especially if you’re here to spot thresher sharks. But still, even the most dedicated divers need to eat, right? So in this guide,…
By now, I’ve written quite a few articles about Siquijor Island Philippines, sharing stories from my own trip, helpful tips, and honest thoughts on what’s actually worth doing. But since this little island ended up being one of my favorite places in the Philippines, I figured it deserved a full, all-in-one travel guide. Siquijor is…
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Siquijor is one of those places in the Philippines that absolutely deserves a spot on your itinerary. If you’re planning a trip around the country, this little island should be high on your list. Siquijor feels different from a lot of the other islands I’ve visited….
Paliton Beach Siquijor, just outside of San Juan, is easily one of the best beaches in Siquijor and maybe even my favorite in the Philippines, period. White sand, swaying palm trees, and crystal-clear water, it really is the whole package. This ended up being my go-to beach while I was in Siquijor, mostly because it’s…
When I first added Siquijor to my Philippines itinerary, it was mostly because I kept seeing it pop up in reels on Instagram. Turquoise waterfalls, jungle swings, beaches that looked totally untouched. But once I got there, I realized it still didn’t feel nearly as touristy as places like El Nido, Cebu, or Siargao. And…