It's a bit of a challenge, but you have to be willing to do something for paradise. Siargao is located in the south of the Philippines, a 1 hour and 40 minute flight from Manila. The easiest way to reach Siargao is by taking a flight from Manila or Cebu.

Life here largely revolves around surfing: the first question when renting a scooter was “with or without surf rank?” To rent such a scooter, it is best to ask your accommodation, you know, they have those contacts. You will also most likely find the best surf teacher through the contacts of your accommodation. Cloud 9 has one of the world's best surf breaks (and best sunset spots), but even more fun is to surf in a boat for the best waves at that moment. Your teacher knows how.

How do we fill the rest of the days? Don't worry, because it's a piece of cake. It is a three-hour drive from the tourist hub of General Luna in the southeast to the northernmost part and there is plenty to do in between. For example, in the village of Maasin, a coconut tree hangs above the water and a rope swing where you can swing locals and sail a boat.

Scootering along the coastline is an activity in itself and somewhere you will come across a viewpoint over the palm trees. Where exactly that is is not well indicated, but you can see it because of the hordes of people. You don't have to drive for it because it is on the main road. While driving around the island, also stop at the white sandy beach with rocks, the Magpupungko Rock Pools.

Ok, the real reason why we like Siargao so much is because of the catering industry. One of those places where you come for a coffee and then stay until dinner and enjoy it too. Which places do you want to visit?

• Roots is immediately the most expensive restaurant on the island, but they serve an extensive tasting menu for the equivalent of 32 euros. Fine dining with mainly fish dishes. A lot more modern than the local restaurants and run by non-locals. Unfortunately often the case in Siargao.
• The ceviche comes fresh from the sea Cev Siargao roll. Fresh flavors and around the Ceviche theme, they can serve many surprising dishes. The ginger cocktail is highly recommended. The three Main Ceviche – Guyam, Pacifico and Santa Monica – are perfect, but you can ignore the spring roll and fish balls. It's a bit popiopi.
• Bliss Siargao is also not local, but Swiss. The fatty bite we craven after paddling on that board. The Cordon Bleu and the cheese-chili balls went well.
• It's finally coming! local food Finding one can be quite a challenge thanks to the many trendy tents in General Luna. Bee J.M. Carenderia en Catangnan BBQ you have a mustache. The prices are also a lot lower.