Welcome to our ultimate Philippines travel hub! Comprising over 7,000 beautiful islands, this tropical archipelago is a paradise for independent slow travellers who love getting off the beaten track. If you want to experience pristine coral reefs, hidden coastal towns, and the raw charm of local life at your own pace, you are in the right place.
On this page, we compile our growing collection of first-hand travel guides across the Philippines. Follow our step-by-step journeys as we navigate between different provinces and islands using local ferries and buses—sharing practical hotel reviews, underwater discoveries, and tactical transport survival tips.
Bookmark this page as we continuously pack our bags and expand this guide with more islands, local transit routes, and coastal gems across the Philippines!
🇯🇵 このページを日本語で読む: フィリピン個人旅行ガイド：スロートラベルで巡る島々とローカル交通ルート
Negros Island & Sugar Beach: Entry, SIM Cards & City Walks
Our journey begins on Negros Island. Explore the city of Bacolod, secure your local connection, and travel overland to the peaceful, hidden shores of Sugar Beach.
- ➡ Tokyo, Haneda to Bacolod in Philippines via Manila by Air: ANA and Cebu Pacific
- ➡ Buying a SIM Card in Bacolod, Philippines
- ➡ Quick tour of Bacolod City
- ➡ Travel from Bacolod to Sugar Beach via Sipalay
Apo Island & Dumaguete: Marine Life & Transit
Diving into the marine sanctuaries of the Visayas—featuring our honest guide to swimming with sea turtles on Apo Island and navigating local coastal transit.
- ➡ Getting to Apo Island from Sugar Beach: via Sipalay, Hinoba-an and Malatapay
- ➡ Apo Island: You Can Swim with Turtles, but it’s not a Snorkelers’ Paradise
- ➡ Travelling from Apo Island to Dumaguete
Siquijor Island: Mystical Coastal Exploration
Hop over to the enchanting island of Siquijor. Discover relaxed guesthouses, pristine snorkelling spots, and our ultimate guide to exploring the island by road.
- ➡ Boat Trip from Dumaguete to Siquijor Island
- ➡ Guesthouses on Siquijor Island
- ➡ Siquijor Island Tour and Attractions: snorkelling spots and round the island
Bohol Island: Iconic Landscapes & Secluded Beach Resorts
From Siquijor to Bohol by ferry. Explore the famous Chocolate Hills, hidden waterfalls, and the tranquil white sands of Anda Beach.
- ➡ Siquijor to Bohol Ferry Guide 2026: Schedules, Prices & Pier Info
- ➡ Chocolate Hills (Free!) and Pangas Falls: Bohol Sightseeing and Attractions 1
- ➡ Bohol Sightseeing and Attractions 2: Anda Beach Resort
Cebu Island (Moalboal & Cebu City) & Forward International Flights
Journey to the underwater paradise of Moalboal, catch local buses to Cebu City, and fly onward across Southeast Asia.
- ➡ How we traveled from Anda, Bohol to Moalboal via Cebu City | Updated 2026
- ➡ After Snorkelling in Moalboal, We Took a Bus to Cebu City
- ➡ Flying with AirAsia from Cebu to Kuala Lumpur and onward to Makassar, Indonesia.
Philippine Culinary Guides
A tasty introduction to local flavors, street food, and what to expect when dining during your Philippine island adventure.