For me, Siargao is where nature is expressed at its finest. It is where its inhabitants live as they wish. It is also a food lover’s paradise, where one-of-a-kind memories are made.

Siargao’s global reputation as the “surf capital of the Philippines” dates back to 1980, when surf photographer Tony Arruza and surfer Steve Jones visited the island in their quest for the ...

Siargao is home to the Philippines’ largest mangrove stand, spanning over 4,800 hectares and providing shelter to rare and endangered species such as crocodiles, ...

While Siargao retains its authentic charm, it’s important for visitors to navigate certain practicalities. Most sari-sari stores offer Imodium, which signals the occasional stomach upset.

By Kate Springer, CNN (CNN) — Siargao’s global reputation as the “surf capital of the Philippines” dates back to 1980, when surf photographer Tony ...