I've been to boracay in the Philippines. It's a beautiful place. I was impressed by the blue sky, the sea, the local people's enthusiasm, the lively seafood market and the delicious seafood. But what I can't forget most is the feeling of sailing in the dusk. The setting sun and sea breeze completely relax my body and mind.
I love it! You sound like my ever favorite- Anthony Bourdain! My mom and our other relatives live there. I got to see how Boracay changed over the years. When I was a small kid, it really looks amazing! Like a virgin island.. A lot of palm trees and no tall buildings..
This is an awesome guide on Boracay. I was meant to be there early last year to do an official guide with TripAdvisor but of course, COVID19 rescheduled the plans to do it for the later half of this year. I like watching other peoples content on the area as it helps me study and get inspiration from other talented creators. You're awesome. Thank you for sharing!
I must admit that part of the allure of Boracay is a combination of partying & relaxation. Now that partying and some beach activities are banned I can see why other party resorts are increasingly becoming more popular. I mean when Boracay shutdown majority went to Puerto Galera & Flotsam resort to party. El Nido, Siargao and Coron on the other are still more idylic than Boracay if you’re looking for plain adventure & scenic island views. Too much regulation on Boracay are driving tourists away. It’s now much suited to the retirees who just wants a quiet place to relax.
I agree with your comments. As I made my points as well. The new Boracay has driven tourists away, the old boracay had a great balance between party and relaxation. Now it's just made for retirees
If you respect and love planet earth, you would prefer the new Boracay. Your video is self serving but I’ll still give u a thumbs up for your effort and becuz I ain’t self serving!
It’s interesting that you saw Boracay at its worst. It kind of reminds me of of what El Nido looks like now. I really liked the beaches in Palawan, but my favorite beach to chill is Flamenco Beach in Puerto Rico. I recommend to take the ferry... if you like ferries. It can be a bit of a headache to take the ferry, but it’s worth it in my opinion.
I've spent several months there on and off and it's definitely cleaner now along White beach 1 - 3 than before. BUT, no more dining on the beach, no beach chairs , no more unique vendors, no more night lights in the Palm trees, no fire dancing , no fireworks , no more Wahine's @ Diniwid as it's mostly been demolished and turned into a Banca Boat parking lot . Great place now for an alcoholic, in other words Pretty but Boring as hell. Lost its famous ambience. I'm surprised the Sun still sets there ! Glad I have my old videos and memories to look back at. Aloha P.S. Your videos are very well done , great job.
That’s what I feared and alluded to in the video. It is a shame to hear all that as I liked old Boracay just fine. Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed
I totally agree with you, the old Boracay was amazing, I would travel to boracay three times per year, it had amazing ambience day and night, lounging on the beach day and night, I would tell all my friends about this island, I love it. But now the new Boracay is now Boringcay, there is nothing to do on this island anymore, and the stats show, half the tourists have not returned back to the island and the tourists numbers have reduced by half since the new opening. So sad as I missed the Phillipines and Boracay. Maybe one day I may return, but too many vloggers say that it's boring there... so it's off my list for now. The rebranding of the island and marketing has been a disaster as tourists are not flocking back to the island because it's boring with no nightlife or tourists facilitates. The government was meant to fix the infrastructure not destroy tourism
@@theovelentzas7540 I'm still wishing that when and " if "they finish reconstruction it will slowly re-evolve to somewhat like it used to be . There's always hope. Aloha
Waikiki Walt well like the corruption in the Phillipines as it is.... the new president has done great things for the country and I am very sure that when his term is up. Boracay will become the old as money and corruption is a cancer in Phillipines
Yeah, was pondering that myself, the beautiful Islands of the Philippines has been around for ........, but it’s only booming for some years now. In a way, glad not too many come ashore to take a glimpse of its natural beauty. Most likely due to volggers that it’s being know now to most travelers.
And please... if you are going back to the Philippines please visit the filipinos all time dream destination- the Batanes! I would love to hear your exquisite narrative when you where there. Promise you, you will go back to your roots!❤
Like your video, the new Boracay is pristine yet unfortunately its now known as Boringcay because it has stripped away all the tourist facilities and day and night vibe it once had. So sad that once vibrant island is now gone. And I agree with you the Boracay of old was better without the cesspool of course. Boracay was once a paradise lost to tourist, all good things that once was, has now come to an end. The rebrand of Boracay is no longer, it's more fun in the Phillipines but more Boring in Boracay.
If the government especially tourism secretary mrs Romulo Puyat keeps boracay clean and implement strict new laws in boracay island, the revenue of the island will definitely increase and the money will be used for infrastructure project like roads in bolabog, old electric post replacement etc.
What a great vlog. A beautifully shot, informative, honest look at travel to Borocay and of the "new" Borocay. Thankfully theres no idiotic "high fiving" of locals or ridiculous clickbaiting like some other travel vloggers in the Philippines (that shall remain unnamed) are constantly doing! SMH
I watched this again, it's really good, stylistic, different. If youtube gives out awards like the Grammys or the Oscars, this would win something, I'm not sure which category, but it will win something or at least get nominated!
This is the most underated channel. Exceptional and poetic narration however you need to work more on your cinematics. Make it more enticing and playful. Do u happen to hire a camera men? 😊
I'm originally from the Philippines but never been to Boracay. Been to almost all the beaches in Hawaii, ie, Waikiki, Maui, Big Island and all the other beaches of Hawaii. Been to Cancun as well. They're all fun places to go to. Wonder how Boracay is compare to all those places? Guess I'll never know till I get there.
@@lookolooko7949 Boracay is in a thirld world country. Waikiki has more tourist than Boracay. Look it up and you'll see. I know you are proud Pinoy and proud of Boracay but don't get carried away.
@@md929 we are comparing boracay and to the place you mentioned. Im not comparing YOUR country and MY country. Intindihin mo mabuti ang usapan. Im not the one saying Boracay is n umber one but the travel agencies and travel magazines. They never mentioned the places that youre proud of.. Search it.
@@lookolooko7949 Ok got it but I would rather be in Waikiki than Boracay. I see Boracay on UA-cam all the time. I would rather go to Waikiki. Easier to get to. Boracay is still in a third world country and not very easy to go to. Look up Waikiki on UA-cam and you will see the difference. Don't get me wrong, I would love to visit Boracay. We were just in the Philippines three weeks ago. I love the Philippines, it's my birth country but it needs a lot of improvement. It's crowded, no place to park, hot, etc...As far as Boracay being on top and none of the Hawaiian beaches being on top, they were on top before Boracay was on top. Even Cancun. Look it up and you'll know.
Finished watching and still have no idea why the title of the video is "Boracay Travel Guide".. The entire video he was babbling random stuff. And what's the point of showing his naked body half of the video?
Pick N Roll I guessed you missed the part where I tell you how to get there, which part of the island to stay in, the hotel I used, the different beaches, local restaurant, the mall. Replay and focus. You got this 😉
@@MitchellTravels its up to you. Just a piece of advise. Actually it seems sarcastic all over the place not just in some instances. Cant you see most comments that said they enjoyed are also sarcastic. But still do enjoy!
i prefer the boracay of old as it was wild and free, i am not much of a drinker but vacations have to be fun otherwise i'd rather stay at home, watch tv and drink beer.
I'm on a complete binge of your videos. They are fantastic.
I've been to boracay in the Philippines. It's a beautiful place. I was impressed by the blue sky, the sea, the local people's enthusiasm, the lively seafood market and the delicious seafood. But what I can't forget most is the feeling of sailing in the dusk. The setting sun and sea breeze completely relax my body and mind.
just came back from the new boracay and we love it! the white sand and turquoise waters is just its biggest sell
I'm going to Boracay for the first time this November. If THIS is what it looked like before the renovation, I can only imagine how it looks now.
Amazing video. Loved the narrative. Loved the ending with the musician. Keep up the fantastic work! I know a lot goes into it. 💖
ya- he makes good videos- i wonder if he has Japan videos
I love it! You sound like my ever favorite- Anthony Bourdain! My mom and our other relatives live there. I got to see how Boracay changed over the years. When I was a small kid, it really looks amazing! Like a virgin island.. A lot of palm trees and no tall buildings..
Nice Man Love your Documentary video i love boracay thanks for coming
Tony Burdain-esque voice over makes this 10x awesome
@ 9:10 to end is Jorge, nice one, thanks for the great video. I have a daily update of Boracay
Get me his info and I can tag him in this episode description
I love your Videos. and I love your narrations to every videos you have
I love the documentary style of this vlog. I enjoyed it. Beautiful sunset 🌅 there. The white sand beach is enchanting.
If you make the voice older it feels kind of life an Anthony Bourdain episode. Is it me or the world just misses Tony.
Really got excited when I saw this! Great video as always!
Thank you so much for the excitement!
I miss Boracay! Thanks for the video.
I miss you my country philippines! Wait for me boracay
Looks like a real episode of a travel show!keep it up brother!
Thank you for the kind words
I like your style. Narrative's on point. Nice sunset angle.
Thank you!
I love watching your videos. Very informative. Keep safe and more travel!
Can't wait to see you again boracay ❤❤❤
Oh well, they can still develop party places inland, can they? Like in Bali, you can still party. But not too near the shores.
This is the best one yet.
Poetic review, 👍thanks for sharing.
I wanna go back to boracay, the old one though. The new one seems antiseptic. It is like the heartbeat was taken out of it.
Then find somewhere else. Duh. If you love Boracay being like a dumpster, then throw your shit on it.
This is an awesome guide on Boracay. I was meant to be there early last year to do an official guide with TripAdvisor but of course, COVID19 rescheduled the plans to do it for the later half of this year. I like watching other peoples content on the area as it helps me study and get inspiration from other talented creators. You're awesome. Thank you for sharing!
That was a ver nice and informative video👍
Swole. Hats off to the closing musician as well
Very good video! Very informative!
I love the writing.
New subscriber. Boracay is healing again and it become paradise due to COVID-19. Visited boracay last aug 2020 handfuls people only there.
iiiiThanks Brother beautiful place, the turquoise blue water is beautiful. This place is a paradise with so much natural beauty!!!!
Papantzin Oxoma thanks for being a loyal subscriber!!
@@MitchellTravels Yeah Bro. I love your channel and your trips!
I must admit that part of the allure of Boracay is a combination of partying & relaxation. Now that partying and some beach activities are banned I can see why other party resorts are increasingly becoming more popular. I mean when Boracay shutdown majority went to Puerto Galera & Flotsam resort to party. El Nido, Siargao and Coron on the other are still more idylic than Boracay if you’re looking for plain adventure & scenic island views. Too much regulation on Boracay are driving tourists away. It’s now much suited to the retirees who just wants a quiet place to relax.
A shame
I agree with your comments. As I made my points as well. The new Boracay has driven tourists away, the old boracay had a great balance between party and relaxation. Now it's just made for retirees
It's ok, they are regulating the number of tourists in Boracay anyway. It's not good if all sorts of tourists come there.
@@rainbowwwsss Ya and there's other beach party places still like Puerto Galera and Panglao-Alona beach.
So, in other words, it’s working! Good to know.
Well written narrative.
I love this vlog. Thanks for sharing this. I’ll be there on the 12th. 😊
Oh my God! It is amazing how you narrate your experience and thoughts alongside the beauty of nature. That made me subscribes to your channel bro. 😍
i was there in 1982. i spent 3 weeks there. the "party" wrecked the island. hope it survives....
so beautiful it is now im thinking of seriously buying a condo unit there
I love your story telling, narration style in your vlog. :-)
Have Fun! 😊
If you respect and love planet earth, you would prefer the new Boracay. Your video is self serving but I’ll still give u a thumbs up for your effort and becuz I ain’t self serving!
The best editing and narrative I've seen here in youtube so far. Keep it up mate.
Thank you so much for the kind words!
It’s interesting that you saw Boracay at its worst. It kind of reminds me of of what El Nido looks like now. I really liked the beaches in Palawan, but my favorite beach to chill is Flamenco Beach in Puerto Rico. I recommend to take the ferry... if you like ferries. It can be a bit of a headache to take the ferry, but it’s worth it in my opinion.
I've spent several months there on and off and it's definitely cleaner now along White beach 1 - 3 than before. BUT, no more dining on the beach, no beach chairs , no more unique vendors, no more night lights in the Palm trees, no fire dancing , no fireworks , no more Wahine's @ Diniwid as it's mostly been demolished and turned into a Banca Boat parking lot . Great place now for an alcoholic, in other words Pretty but Boring as hell. Lost its famous ambience. I'm surprised the Sun still sets there ! Glad I have my old videos and memories to look back at. Aloha P.S. Your videos are very well done , great job.
That’s what I feared and alluded to in the video. It is a shame to hear all that as I liked old Boracay just fine. Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed
I totally agree with you, the old Boracay was amazing, I would travel to boracay three times per year, it had amazing ambience day and night, lounging on the beach day and night, I would tell all my friends about this island, I love it. But now the new Boracay is now Boringcay, there is nothing to do on this island anymore, and the stats show, half the tourists have not returned back to the island and the tourists numbers have reduced by half since the new opening. So sad as I missed the Phillipines and Boracay. Maybe one day I may return, but too many vloggers say that it's boring there... so it's off my list for now. The rebranding of the island and marketing has been a disaster as tourists are not flocking back to the island because it's boring with no nightlife or tourists facilitates. The government was meant to fix the infrastructure not destroy tourism
@@theovelentzas7540 I'm still wishing that when and " if "they finish reconstruction it will slowly re-evolve to somewhat like it used to be . There's always hope. Aloha
Waikiki Walt well like the corruption in the Phillipines as it is.... the new president has done great things for the country and I am very sure that when his term is up. Boracay will become the old as money and corruption is a cancer in Phillipines
Good video, why this video has dislikes
Lot of dislike mobs on UA-cam unfortunately
Hahaha the shower scene though. Lol. Looking forward of visiting boracay again!
Love your Philippines videos. The narration too!
wow. 💛
Nice Cinematography. You work so hard to get good angle. Wow!!!
Thank you 😁
Yeah, was pondering that myself, the beautiful Islands of the Philippines has been around for ........, but it’s only booming for some years now. In a way, glad not too many come ashore to take a glimpse of its natural beauty. Most likely due to volggers that it’s being know now to most travelers.
Narrator: Alex Bourdain bless his soul
Awesome!! Love your videos! 👍🏻😊😊
Raluca Netoiu thank you so much!
Just need to let you know I liked this post!
Amazing vlog... 😉👍
And please... if you are going back to the Philippines please visit the filipinos all time dream destination- the Batanes! I would love to hear your exquisite narrative when you where there. Promise you, you will go back to your roots!❤
Like your video, the new Boracay is pristine yet unfortunately its now known as Boringcay because it has stripped away all the tourist facilities and day and night vibe it once had. So sad that once vibrant island is now gone. And I agree with you the Boracay of old was better without the cesspool of course. Boracay was once a paradise lost to tourist, all good things that once was, has now come to an end. The rebrand of Boracay is no longer, it's more fun in the Phillipines but more Boring in Boracay.
Yes. Spot on
awesome vlog
You are a great poet
I can. Be there just I always trsvel to thailand i. Never been. Philipines
Me too, 30 times to thailand- but Boracay here I come, beginning of March 2021 🤞🤞 Covid permitting ☹️☹️
Nice bro😎
Good video :D
❤️❤️❤️
thx for sharing
Video taken before the rehab boracay now more cleaner and the beach more wider illegal structures already remove.
If the government especially tourism secretary mrs Romulo Puyat keeps boracay clean and implement strict new laws in boracay island, the revenue of the island will definitely increase and the money will be used for infrastructure project like roads in bolabog, old electric post replacement etc.
What a great vlog. A beautifully shot, informative, honest look at travel to Borocay and of the "new" Borocay. Thankfully theres no idiotic "high fiving" of locals or ridiculous clickbaiting like some other travel vloggers in the Philippines (that shall remain unnamed) are constantly doing! SMH
Hahah I try to be more cinematic so thank you
Awesome video. You're amazing af
Are u the one who visit kurt cobain's home in seattle
I watched this again, it's really good, stylistic, different. If youtube gives out awards like the Grammys or the Oscars, this would win something, I'm not sure which category, but it will win something or at least get nominated!
Thanks for the kind word! Glad you appreciate the style
Nice video :)
new subscriber here!!! u r so cute
I am always looking forward to his narratives...
You have a funny voice but i love it
Warning: eating Crispy Pata might cause you to experience chest pains, and have you seeing your cardiologist the next day.😅
This is the most underated channel. Exceptional and poetic narration however you need to work more on your cinematics. Make it more enticing and playful. Do u happen to hire a camera men? 😊
Nice vedio
Gotcha! I'm the first one 😀
You won this one, Eric! Thanks for staying tuned to the premiere!
@@MitchellTravels I'm obsessed with your blog 😜
Nice man.
👍
Gareth Leonard's twin
both have commonality content wise
Dude you’re not listening! They are so different!
Hey
I like your video but I can't help but notice your unnatural tone in your narration...
New sub ☺️
New sub here😍
I'm originally from the Philippines but never been to Boracay. Been to almost all the beaches in Hawaii, ie, Waikiki, Maui, Big Island and all the other beaches of Hawaii. Been to Cancun as well. They're all fun places to go to. Wonder how Boracay is compare to all those places? Guess I'll never know till I get there.
Those beaches you mentioned was not in the list of top beaches in the world. Boracay is on top. Thats the clue
@@lookolooko7949 Boracay is in a thirld world country. Waikiki has more tourist than Boracay. Look it up and you'll see. I know you are proud Pinoy and proud of Boracay but don't get carried away.
@@md929 we are comparing boracay and to the place you mentioned. Im not comparing YOUR country and MY country. Intindihin mo mabuti ang usapan. Im not the one saying Boracay is n umber one but the travel agencies and travel magazines. They never mentioned the places that youre proud of.. Search it.
@@lookolooko7949 Ok got it but I would rather be in Waikiki than Boracay. I see Boracay on UA-cam all the time. I would rather go to Waikiki. Easier to get to. Boracay is still in a third world country and not very easy to go to. Look up Waikiki on UA-cam and you will see the difference. Don't get me wrong, I would love to visit Boracay. We were just in the Philippines three weeks ago. I love the Philippines, it's my birth country but it needs a lot of improvement. It's crowded, no place to park, hot, etc...As far as Boracay being on top and none of the Hawaiian beaches being on top, they were on top before Boracay was on top. Even Cancun. Look it up and you'll know.
@@md929 Your reasoning is the same reasoning of westerners who dislike asians.
So handsome! Is this your normal speaking voice? Just subscribed to your channel. Cant wait to go back to Boracay on June. Im Filipino by the way.
Excellent piece. However, your voice is a bit pitchy he he
Finished watching and still have no idea why the title of the video is "Boracay Travel Guide".. The entire video he was babbling random stuff. And what's the point of showing his naked body half of the video?
Pick N Roll I guessed you missed the part where I tell you how to get there, which part of the island to stay in, the hotel I used, the different beaches, local restaurant, the mall.
Replay and focus. You got this 😉
Lol ADD is real
👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Well, a warning would’ve been nice haha
Mr. Poetry......😂😂😂 but i enjoyed your vlog.
Lol. I wish you get 100k subs in 2 years. Change the tone dude. It felt heavy
Thank you?
Whatever you choose - the old or the new Boracay. BUT one thing for sure, you have become more handsome. He, he, he...
0:17 la trompa de elefante
La manguera blanca
Hi hottie 😊😍
Id rather you stick to normal talking as we cant convey your message clearly. Sometimes it seems sarcastic in some instances.
You seem to be alone on that one. Everyone else gets the narrative quite well
@@MitchellTravels its up to you. Just a piece of advise. Actually it seems sarcastic all over the place not just in some instances. Cant you see most comments that said they enjoyed are also sarcastic. But still do enjoy!
i prefer the boracay of old as it was wild and free, i am not much of a drinker but vacations have to be fun otherwise i'd rather stay at home, watch tv and drink beer.
Lol! This guy! 🤣
Anthony Bourdain copy cat 🐈 😁😂
Pogi
Nice video :)