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…
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 2025, 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…