I freaked out during my first typhoon in Siquijor. The locals were completely chill. After 11 months, I finally understand why - and what foreigners actually need to know. Here's your guide to surviving typhoon season without panicking.

I moved to Siquijor permanently after 11 years in London. Power cuts happen daily. Internet drops constantly. Phone service fails during brownouts. Yet I founded a coworking space here. Here's the brutal truth about working remotely from this paradise island - and why I'm never leaving.

I've lived in Siargao for 3 months and Siquijor for 9 months. One island gave me community, surf culture, and constant socializing. The other gave me nature, solitude, and the best sunsets I've seen in 50 countries. Here's the honest comparison every digital nomad needs before choosing between these two Philippine islands - including costs, infrastructure, and why I moved to one permanently.

Most accommodations in Siquijor don't have backup power. Last week's 10-hour power cut taught digital nomads that lesson the hard way. After 11 months here, I'll tell you exactly where to stay based on whether you're backpacking, working remotely, or treating yourself

Yesterday we had a 10-hour power cut. This is why budgeting for Siquijor isn't just about pesos - it's about understanding what actually works for remote work. Here's the real cost breakdown after 11 months of running a coworking space on the island.

Here's the 3-day itinerary I wish someone had given me when I arrived in Siquijor - including the best snorkeling spots, when to actually visit the waterfalls, and where to find me reading at sunset.

There is NO BEST time to visit Siquijor. The right question you should be making is "Are there months which I should AVOID Siquijor?"

A step by step on How to Become a Digital Nomad. First step: Find a remote job. Where to search, what to search, what to do, etc.

When there is not electricity in the island, you will have to run for a place with generator AND good internet, so you can keep on working