Why I Need a Tropical Island Vacation Essay Contest

Trade your normal routine for a month of authentic island life, where paradise means community.

Enter the Bohol Coconuts “Why I Need a Tropical Island Vacation” Essay Contest for a chance to win a 30-day, all-expenses-paid cultural immersion in Bohol, Philippines.

Your $20 entry supports youth sports equipment while giving you the keys to a life-changing experience.

The Grand Prize: Total Community Immersion

This isn’t a tourist trip—it’s a life swap. The winner will be welcomed into the heart of our club and community:

Live at our Club’s Bed & Breakfast, your home base in a vibrant barangay.
Share meals daily with player families, tasting homemade Filipino dishes and stories.
Cheer from the stands at Bohol Youth Sports League games, feeling the excitement of local competition.
Explore a mountain village on a guided walking tour, connecting with nature and traditional ways of life.
Dance at community events like barangay disco fundraisers, where the whole neighborhood comes together.
Visit local schools and see firsthand how education and sports intertwine in our youth programs.
Participate in club activities, from weekend coaching sessions to community service projects.

Travel Window: August 1 – December 31, 2026

How to Enter

Answer in 100 words or less: “Why do you need a Tropical Island Vacation?”

Submit your essay and $20 entry fee between December 1, 2025 and February 28, 2026.

Note: If we receive fewer than 500 entries, all fees will be refunded. Open worldwide.

Be Part of Our Story
The winner will be announced live on March 1, 2026 during the premiere of our documentary series “Building the Coconuts!”—a real-time look at how we’re growing this community sanctuary.

Why Bohol? Why Now?

Beyond the famous Chocolate Hills and pristine beaches, you’ll find genuine connection—the kind that changes how you see the world. This is your invitation to experience paradise with purpose.