The province of Bohol is an island haven tucked away in the Filipino region of Visayas. This is one of the largest of more than 7,000 islands that comprise the Philippines, and it consistently draws tourists with its natural beauty, hilly interior and long stretches of white, sandy beaches.

Nested as it is in the midst of Vasayas, Bohol has long been a protected centre of culture and politics. Locals proudly refer to the island as the ‘Republic of Bohol', and citizens of this island historically staged revolts during periods of Spanish, US and Japanese occupation.