Other than the fact that I knew I was doing a half-marathon there, I knew nothing about Cebu. It’s part of Visayas, and is considered southern Philippines. Cebu is known for mangoes and having the best lechon (pork!) in the Philippines. They speak a dialect there that I don’t understand (yes I understand Tagalog but … More Island Hopping: Cebu, Philippines

I’ve never even heard of Bohol until I was told we booked a tour there. Bohol is the name of an island that’s most famous for the Chocolate Hills. By ferry boat, its two hours away from the Cebu ferry terminal. So we all took a 6am ferry and arrived by 8am, greeted by our … More Island Hopping: Bohol, Philippines