DMGT Freelancers: From Coworking to Community 🌏

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Work remotely, but don’t want to work alone?

DMGT Freelancers is a community in Dumaguete for freelancers, business owners, digital nomads, and people interested in the remote-work lifestyle.

It all started with a simple post on Threads.

Moving here without anyone I know, I posted in Thread looking for people in Dumaguete to cowork with, grab coffee, or just socialize. I didn’t really know what would come from it, but a few people responded. We started a group chat, and from there, the meetups slowly followed.

Looking back, it’s been pretty cool seeing how that little idea has grown.

It Started With Coworking 💻

At first, I just wanted to find people who understood what it was like to work remotely.

So we started with coworking sessions—bringing our laptops, finding a place to work, and getting to know each other along the way.

 

But eventually, the meetups became about more than work.

 

First official meet-up at Liquid Dumaguete on September 28, 2025

Then We Started Exploring 🌿

Someone would suggest a hike. Someone else would suggest an activity. And before long, we started planning trips outside Dumaguete.

We went on a day trip to Amlan, hiking to a nearby sulfur vent before exploring a waterfall in the area.

Amlan Hike on November 29, 2025

Pickleball, Coffee & Random Plans 🏓☕

We’ve also played pickleball, grabbed coffee and food, and had plenty of casual meetups.

Some were planned. Others were pretty spontaneous.

That’s one of my favorite things about the group—there’s no pressure for every meetup to be a big event. Sometimes it’s just a few people getting together and having a good time.

 

And Then Came Karaoke 🎤

Of course, we had to add karaoke to the list.

It was another chance to put the laptops away, pass the microphone around, and spend time together outside of work.

[Read about our karaoke night →]

What’s Next?

I don’t have a grand formula for where DMGT Freelancers is going.

I just want to keep creating opportunities for people to meet, connect, learn from each other, collaborate, and have fun.

I’d love to see more people join, more ideas turn into meetups, and more friendships come out of this little community.

For now, we’re taking it one meetup at a time.

Want to Join Us?

If you’re in Dumaguete and you’re a freelancer, business owner, remote worker, thinking about getting started, or simply looking to meet new people, you’re welcome to join us.

[Join the DMGT Freelancers group →]

[Join the DMGT IG group chat→]

[Follow my IG account for upcoming meetups →]

Working Remotely in Siargao

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Siargao has not just become a paradise for tourists but also for digital nomads. Due to its fast-growing developments, many establishments are now equipped with fast internet connectivity around the island. If you plan to work while exploring the island, there are three options to work at; 1) hotel/hostel you can check into, 2) restaurants and coffee shops, and 3) co-working spaces. 

 

My hostel recommendation would be Lexias Hostel & Workspace Siargao as I have experienced staying at their hostel for 6 days and 5 nights. They have a wide space for outdoor and indoor workstations, multiple Starlink Wi-Fi connections, a 24/7 standby generator, and a restaurant. They also offer long-term reservation rates for those who would like to stay longer on the island.

Working Remotely in Siargao

Working Remotely in Siargao

Working Remotely in Siargao

Outdoor workspace in the restaurant area

 

Working Remotely in Siargao

Outdoor workspace in the pool area (the pool was under construction during my stay so I didn’t get a photo

 

Working Remotely in Siargao

Indoor air-conditioned room for meetings

 

The hostel is 1 km away from the town center so you can surely be able to work in a quiet setting while enjoying the rustic view. If you plan to stay at hotels in the town center, you can avail their hourly and daily rate access to their workspaces. There are other hostels that can be considered which offer the same amenities such as Sunlit Hostel and Sinag Hostel. Alter Space can be an option too if you only need a working space for a short period of time.

 

Another option is to work in different restaurants and coffee shops that are wifi enabled. 

The establishments in the town proper are normally equipped with fast internet. You can order one drink or meal and request their Wi-Fi password. Some recommendations are Spotted Pig, Bravo Restaurant, Sibol, White Beard Coffee, Shaka Siargao, etc.

 

Although Siargao Island has become adaptive to the needs of digital nomads, there are other things you may want to consider when deciding to work remotely on the island. One downside is the island-wide blackouts and some areas with unstable signals. It is always recommended to bring your personal internet connection backup and powerbanks. 

 

Overall, Siargao is a great place to experience a real work-life balance. There are many places to explore and exciting activities to try whenever you feel the need to relax from a long day of work. Having been able to earn while enjoying life is everyone’s dream!