Why Vacation in Siargao?

When I visited Bohol years ago, I was impressed by how their LGUs came up with a well-planned and cohesive tourism program that brought out the best that their province offered.  They guided the tourists into all their tourist spots and made sure everyone had a memorably great time. 

And I really did!

Fast forward 2021, and my visit to Siargao island has shown me how much responsibility lies with the local leadership, to ensure that their constituents survive even during this time of COVID and adapt tourism as an economic activity that is both viable and sustainable for every stakeholder - from resort owner, to resort employees, to surfing teachers to the tourists themselves.

And I give the Siargao leaders - their congressman, their governor and mayors, their barangay captains - a big thumbs up for continuing to keeping their province open to tourism with some restrictions.

You have to vacation in Siargao because it has soooooooo much to offer in terms of outdoor activities.  It is not the place for me who is a history or fashion buff, and someone who dislikes being under the heat of the sun.

However, it would have been a super killjoy on my part if I acted like a spoiled kid durinng our trip just because it still affects me when people say I am as black as charcoal once I get exposed to the sun.

Siargao is a place for outdoorsy types and all its activities involve being exposed to the elements - the sun, the wind, the sand, etc. So be ready to pack for stuff that will protect you from all of  them.

Also, be sure you are fit and sexy because the Instagram moments here are so many, you'd be angry at yourself for not  being prepared physically.  You don't have to look like a Miss Universe contestant, just the best version of your body type as you exude real warmth and happiness that can only come from within.

Siargao has everything to offer to all members of the family, from the tykes to the seniors.  The fresh air and the sunshine should be therapeutic for the oldies and there are many places where they can walk safely.  

As for the tykes, the powdery sand should keep them busy with castle-building, etc etc.  

I am definitely going back, this time bringing along my nephew.  While there, keep an open mind on what to doc

In my next posts, I will recount each of my memorable experiences in the glorious island of Siargao.