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 The couple also worked along the way, taking on everything from check-in services at hostels to social media management, design consultation, blog reviews – even mopping floors.

“We had figured out blogging and social media by the fourth month or so, so we started pitching places – trading reviews and advertising for accommodations,” says Mark.

To arrange visas, the couple had to apply in their countries of residence. That meant flying to the US to take care of Mark’s passport and then over to Manila for Camille’s.

While waiting for Camille’s visa to be approved, the couple ventured to El Nido – a pristine corner of the southwestern Philippines.

If you require consular assistance then please contact the British Embassy Manila via gov.uk/contact-consulate-manila or a 24/7 hotline: +63 (0)2 8858 2200.



It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO guidance on foreign travel insurance.

Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in the Philippines. Terrorist groups have the intent and capability to carry out attacks anywhere in the country, including in the capital Manila and in places visited by foreigners, such as airports, shopping malls, public transport, including the metro system, and places of worship. You should remain vigilant at all times and report anything suspicious to the local authorities. See Terrorism

It’s likely that terrorist groups continue to plan kidnap operations against western nationals in the Philippines, both on land and at sea. Risks are particularly acute in Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago. See Kidnapping

Martial law was lifted across Mindanao on 1 January 2020. Monitor media reporting and follow the instructions of local authorities. A ‘state of national emergency on account of lawless violence’ remains in place across the rest of the country.

The Philippines is in an active earthquake zone and has numerous volcanoes. The country is also affected by around 20 typhoons each year, most of which occur between June and December. See Natural disasters

There’s a high incidence of street crime and robbery throughout the Philippines. You should take sensible precautions. See Crime

Palawan: Sailing’s next great destination?
Meaning “the nest” in Spanish, the remote beachside area is home to beautiful turquoise water and imposing limestone cliffs.

They hosted travel workshops while scouting out potential real estate investments on the island.

“The terrain was very thick,” remembers Camille. “Mark went up and took me up later and we fell in love with the view. We decided to buy it – it was a no-brainer. “

They bought the land in November 2015 and began building in February 2016.

“We had been unemployed for a year and a half, so we ended up selling a property in Manila to fund the construction,” says Mark.

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