Island hopping means flights, ferries, and slack in the schedule

The Philippines is 7,000 islands, and getting between the famous ones (Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, Siargao) means domestic flights on Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines plus ferries and vans. Delays and cancellations are common, especially in rainy season, so leave a buffer day before an international flight. Book flights early; prices climb fast. Jeepneys and tricycles are the local short-hop transport; ask the fare before boarding and pay in small bills.