Philippines
Siargao surfing, El Nido boats, Port Barton, Cebu waterfalls, and the honest Philippines critique.
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Jun 3, 2025Siargao, Philippines4 min
Life Surfing vs Flow Riding - Final Philippines Thoughts
My last day in the Philippines brings reflections on surfing as a metaphor for dynamic living and choosing unpredictable paths over safe ones.
May 28, 2025Siargao, Philippines2 min
Siargao Surfing Mastery - Philippines Reflections
Two surf sessions at Rock Island, improving technique and wave selection while reflecting on moon phases, religious supremacy, and honest Philippines critique.
May 25, 2025Siargao, Philippines5 min
One of the Dopest Days Ever - Siargao Surfing Success
After a 4 AM start, finally achieving surfing success at Stumpy's and Cemetery breaks - 5 hours in the water and standing up properly for the first time.
May 24, 2025Puerto Princesa, Philippines4 min
Puerto Princesa to Siargao - Kayaking and Life Calls
Kayaking adventure in Port Barton with Rachel, encountering a massive box jellyfish, and meaningful conversations about love, marriage, and life paths.
May 22, 2025Port Barton, Philippines3 min
8 Months Milestone - Stream of Consciousness
Eight months of world travel reflection - from El Nido ziplining to financial reality checks and the importance of playfulness in life.
May 20, 2025El Nido, Philippines2 min
El Nido Reflections - Planning the Return
Deep conversation with Rabbi Mendy Plotkin about post-trip planning, rejecting material possessions, and the tension of returning home.
May 18, 2025El Nido, Philippines1 min
El Nido Arrival - Unforgettable Keelooma Expedition
Completing an incredible 3-day boat expedition from Coron to El Nido - snorkeling with diverse marine life and connecting with travelers from around the world.
May 14, 2025Coron, Philippines1 min
Coron Arrival - Preparing for Island Adventures
Feeling great and energized after Bohol, arriving in Coron and preparing for a 3-day boat expedition to El Nido through remote islands.
May 11, 2025Siquijor, Philippines3 min
Siquijor Healing - Teaching Dreams and Life Balance
Recovering energy on the mystical healing island of Siquijor, reflecting on my love for teaching and the balance between intellect and simple living.
May 7, 2025Siquijor, Philippines3 min
Siquijor Journey - Epic Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls
Epic travel day to Siquijor island, incredible canyoneering adventure at Kawasan Falls, and meeting American entrepreneur Charles in Moalboal.
May 5, 2025Moalboal, Philippines4 min
Moalboal Recovery - The Hero's Journey Continues
Reflecting on exhaustion after the motorbike accident, understanding what energizes me, and recognizing my ship is steering toward shore.
May 3, 2025Moalboal, Philippines2 min
Philippines Arrival - Spanish Colonial Legacy
Arriving in Cebu after Singapore, exploring the deep Spanish colonial influence and comparing the energy of Singapore vs Dubai as city-states.
Food
Dishes worth remembering from Philippines.
Bibingka
As Philippines lacks unique culture, so do they lack their own dishes. Most restaurants are western or BBQ. Bibingka is the one unique thing I tried, a soft, lightly sweet rice cake traditionally baked in banana leaves