I loved working from the Philippines. The vibe is warm and messy in the best way. Cities like Manila and Cebu buzz with cafes and coworking spots. Islands like Siargao and Palawan slow you down. The people are friendly and speak English, so making local friends is easy. Food is loud and cheap. Most travellers enjoy the fiestas and small town markets.
Internet is solid in cities and popular islands. I bought a local SIM and it saved my life. Coworking spaces are common where nomads gather. For some, slow connections on tiny islands will be a deal breaker. Cost of living is low compared to home. You can eat cheap and find budget rooms or splurge on a beachfront bungalow.
Things to do are endless. Surf, dive, hike, or join a sunset beach volleyball game I read about and then stumbled into. There are real nomad groups here. It feels like home sometimes. Arguably not the best for constant reliability, but it is full of adventure.