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Typhoon Odette wreaked havoc on Visayas and Mindanao, claiming more than 200 deaths just ahead of the holiday season.A tourist-survivor from Siargao recounts how the storm ravaged the island that was once recognized as the Philippines' surfing center.“It’s actually very under reported,

Many parts of Visayas and Mindanao are still recovering from the onslaught of Typhoon Odette. Not exempted from the calamity's havoc were various destinations around the island of Siargao, where several tourist spots were left in unrecognizable states. Miss Universe Philippines 2017 Rachel

The province of Siargao has housed superstar Nadine Lustre for quite some time now. From leisurely enjoying the beach to getting her daily grub whilst barefaced, we can tell the actress is definitely living her best life on the island—so much so that she's now actually considering

Once a year, international magazines and travel awards confirm what we already know: that the Philippines has some of the best natural wonders in the world. And for the 34th Readers' Choice Awards by U.S.-based luxury and lifestyle travel magazine Condé Nast

Pets are a great source of joy. Not only are they loyal companions, they also help ease stress and feelings of loneliness and isolation. But it’s not always happy times, funny animal videos, and Instagrammable moments. Being a pet owner is a

It’s not very easy to find peace these days, especially when we’re constantly bombarded with all sorts of news on social media. However, for a certain Filipino doctor, he was able to find peace within himself. “Siargao allows you to be at peace,”

It looks like Nadine Lustre was able to sneak in a quick beach trip to Siargao before borders closed. Nadine dropped a couple of photo dumps (Read: IG carousels for when you just want to shove it all in one post) of

Siargao, like Palawan and Boracay, has been hailed time and again by international publications and award-giving bodies as one of the best islands in the world. And while the pandemic put a damper in our tourism industry, it didn't stop the Surfing

While the adventure is always top of mind when we look for a destination to visit, it doesn't hurt too if we check in at a nice hotel or resort with comfortable beds to plop our tired butts after hours on the

The Inter-Agency Task Force announced on July 5 that fully vaccinated individuals—including senior citizens—may now travel for leisure without having to present a negative COVID-19 test. The policies for interzonal movement (a.k.a. traveling to areas with a different quarantine classification) are still

Remember the good ol' pre-pandemic days, when summers meant taking a trip to Siargao and frolicking under the sun the whole day? Vacations at the island were always made more memorable with a visit to Shaka Cafe—the all-day breakfast spot known for

2020 was very significant for Sarah Lahbati and Richard Gutierrez. The couple finally tied the knot in March last year, holding an intimate ceremony with select family and friends. While the original plan for their wedding was a grander affair, the pandemic

Amid the escalating COVID-19 situation in the Philippines, tourism has dropped, and the culinary community on the island of Siargao was not spared from the resulting economic crisis. However, Chef Andrew Malarky of Wild Restaurant and his team knew that the locals and stranded

Rei Germar just posted a vlog of her recent trip to Siargao with boyfriend Migy Romulo and friend Jammy Cruz, and we couldn't help but notice how gorgeous their accommodation was. In her latest video, she shared that they stayed in Nay

If 2020 was the year you vowed to travel the country and hit the beach as much as you could, then you—as with the rest of us—probably got disappointed. As the pandemic carries on, it seems that we’ll still be mostly staying

In case you missed it, Liza Soberano officially turned 23 last January 4 and celebrated her birthday in the beautiful island of Siargao. The actress—together with her beau Enrique Gil and her family—has been staying at Bayud Boutique Resort, and we're totally

Over the holidays, we spotted celebs flying to Boracay, Balesin, and El Nido for a dose of vitamin sea—and Miss Universe 2015, Pia Wurtzbach was one of those who headed to the beach to celebrated the new year. With boyfriend Jeremy Jauncey, famed-travel

Siargao, a teardrop-shaped island just off the coast of Surigao del Norte in Mindanao, is known for its laid-back vibe that draws beach-lovers, surfers, and just about anyone in need of a good vacation. It is home to amazing barreling waves, lagoons

Tons of celebrities came dressed from head-to-toe in local brands and designers during Preview’s 25th anniversary party and we couldn’t have been any happier! One standout was definitely Katarina Rodriguez who logged into the virtual event clad in a comfortable yet chic beach

Siargao Island in Surigao del Norte is dubbed the "Surfing Capital of the Philippines" because of its barreling waves that draw in surfers from all over the world. The place has a number of hostels and resorts tucked behind coconut trees to