00:00Would you travel 26 hours to one of the world's most beautiful islands knowing there's a good
00:04chance it might rain? Island hopping in the Philippines is a choose-your-own tropical
00:08adventure where visitors set sail on traditional boats called bancas. I chose to spend the week
00:13between Coron and El Nido, both islands known for their turquoise waters, hidden lagoons,
00:18and majestic cliffs. A typical boat day consists of multiple stops at different coves. For me,
00:23fresh coconut water from local vendors is a must, along with exploring secluded beaches
00:28and snorkeling with marine life every chance I got. What I wasn't expecting this time of year was the
00:33amount of rain. I wasn't exactly prepared, so my comfort was low and the clouds made me nervous.
00:38But to my surprise, it made everything more beautiful. The views, the colors, the contrast,
00:44they all popped and even paddling in the rain was so much more fun. The takeaway? Weather might be a
00:49wild card, but island hopping in the Philippines is worth every second.
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