Episode 35: How Do We Do Worldschooling in the Philippines?

Episode Title: Episode 35: How Do I Do Worldschooling in the Philippines?

Hosts: Astrid & Clint, creators of The Wandering Daughter

In this episode, Astrid and Clint answer the question: how do I worldschool in the Philippines? Clint brings a personal connection to this one, having grown up in a Filipino family and visited the country both as a family trip and as worldschoolers. Together they walk through the practical side of traveling there, from navigating island hopping via ferry and riding jeepneys, to understanding the internet situation and visa basics, while being honest about what worked and what was trickier than expected.

The conversation also covers worldschooling highlights across Luzon and Palawan, including the subterranean river UNESCO site, the Japanese Botanical Gardens, and the military history museum in Puerto Princesa that offered a Pacific-centered perspective on World War II. They close with a candid take on food diversity and dietary considerations, and a clear recommendation for families: go for the nature.

(Intro clip sourced from 0:00 - Clint shares a lighthearted aside about Filipino family stereotypes before the main episode begins)

 

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📋 Episode Chapters:
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:14 – Welcome to Worldschooling Q&A
00:00:44 – Today's Question: How do I worldschool in the Philippines?
00:01:06 – Geography, history, and getting oriented
00:02:17 – ↩ Source of Intro Clip: Clint's personal Filipino family connection
00:04:45 – Getting around: ferries, jeepneys, and tricycles
00:10:01 – Internet, sim cards, and working remotely
00:13:55 – Travel highlights: road tripping Luzon
00:18:18 – Palawan, the subterranean river, and nature
00:19:33 – History museums and a Pacific view of World War Two
00:24:11 – Food culture and dietary considerations
00:31:01 – Closing thoughts and sign-off

 

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