Kayaking adventure of your lifetime in the Caramoan Peninsula. Caramoan is approximately 501 kilometers away from Metro Manila; 95 kilometers from the municipality of Pili, where the seat of the provincial government and the Pili Domestic Airport are located; and 110 kilometers away from Naga City, the heart of Bicol - Lupi, Guijalo, Caramoan, Camarines Sur.

I am a 64 year old American expat residing in the Philippines. I am married to a filipina and we have four children, my wife’s biological and my step-children. One is on his own, one just finished studying culinary and one is attending university. Our youngest child, Julius is autistic. This blog will be about living in the Philippines from an expats point of view and will deal with Philippine culture, retirement, lifestyle and the homestay concept. Along the way it is hoped that you will find something of value.

Matt's Place is right on the beach, less than a kilometer to the renowned Clout 9 surfing break - Brgy. Catangnan, General luna, Surigao Del Norte.