Photography trip to Philippines — every frame a gift

I came to Philippines specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Mayon Volcano at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Cebu's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects.

world-class island beaches and diving gave me some of my favourite images of the year. The only practical note: typhoon season disrupts plans — plan around it. Otherwise this is a photographer's dream. I've rarely come home with so much usable material from a single trip.