30/07/2026
Wow! Congratulations sir Ryan Lenguaje ๐
โIto yung accomplishment na kaunti pa lang ang nakakagawa. Out of 115 millions Filipino ay nasa 355 pa lang ang verified na naka visit sa lahat ng 82 provinces of the Philippines. That is 0.0003% only. Ako ang pinaka latest #355 list.
As of verified record, I am the first ever man from Baybay City na nakagawa nito, 3 and half years.
Kaya pag may time at pamasahe kayo ay subokan niyo rin mag explore to see the beauty of our country. Support local tourism.
Huwag lang masyado magmadali, just enjoy the moment dahil wala namang milyones na premyo ito sa dulo. Gastos at pagod lang ๐
Thank you Pinoy History for featuring my story. Naging parte na ako ng kasaysayan ๐ต๐ญโ
Ryan Lenguaje, a native of Baybay City, Leyte, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by visiting all 82 provinces of the Philippines. He officially began his journey in La Union on January 28, 2023, and completed his final province, Basilan, on July 28, 2026, a remarkable accomplishment achieved in just 3ยฝ years (42 months). He is recognized as the 355th finisher in history to complete the challenge.
But behind this achievement is a story of perseverance, resilience, and a dream that began in childhood.
Growing up in Leyte, Ryan came from a humble family. From elementary school until he graduated from high school, he walked 3 kilometers to school and another 3 kilometers back home every day. Whether it was raining or under the scorching sun, he had no choice but to walk because he did not even have โฑ2 for a tricycle fare. For ten years, those daily walks became part of his life.
As a child, the famous places and tourist destinations he saw in books existed only in his imagination. He dreamed that one day, when he finally had the opportunity and the means to travel, he would visit those places himself. For him, traveling would become a way of healing his inner child, the young boy who once could only dream of seeing the beauty of the world.
Ironically, even short bus or multicab rides to their town often made him dizzy and sometimes caused him to vomit. Over time, he challenged himself to overcome motion sickness and become more comfortable with traveling.
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, Ryan already enjoyed exploring Metro Manila and nearby provinces while living there. However, he had only an old cellphone with a low-quality camera, so he was unable to document many of those early trips.
When the pandemic restrictions were lifted and life gradually returned to normal, he began traveling again. At first, his goal was simply to enjoy new places and relieve the stress brought about by the long lockdowns and quarantine.
His adventures started with hiking and climbing mountains. Along the way, he met fellow travelers who were pursuing the goal of visiting all 82 Philippine provinces. Their stories inspired and motivated him to begin his own journey.
He never rushed the process. Instead, he traveled at his own pace, enjoying every destination one province at a time.
Before he realized it, after 42 months of consistent travel, he had successfully set foot in every province in the country.
Throughout his journey, Ryan discovered that travel is much more than visiting tourist attractions. Every province introduced him to different cultures, traditions, and ways of life. He learned local legends and historical stories, developed a deeper appreciation for the Philippinesโ rich geography and natural beauty, tasted countless native delicacies and local specialties, and spent time talking with residents to better understand their lives and experiences.
His travels also taught him the importance of respecting local customs and traditions, protecting the environment, and being a responsible traveler.
Above all, this journey reminded him of one important truth: the world is vast, and life is short. While we are still young, healthy, and able, we should seize every opportunity to explore, create meaningful memories, and support local tourism.
For Ryan Lenguaje, completing all 82 provinces is more than just a travel milestone, it is the fulfillment of a childhood dream that once seemed impossible.
