15 THINGS I wish I knew BEFORE visiting THE PHILIPPINES

15 THINGS I wish I knew BEFORE visiting THE PHILIPPINES - Budget, Route, Safety!

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15 things I wish I knew before visiting the Philippines, this is a guide to Budget, itinerary, route, safety everything you need to know before visiting the beautiful country of the Philippines! Any questions about The Philippines, let me know down below and I will get back to you!
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0:00 - Intro
0:20 - The Philippines
0:32 - When to go?
1:32 - Friendly Filipinos
1:54 - Don’t visit the cities
2:07 - Sim Cards
2:28 - Transport in the Philippines
2:54 - Booking Transport
3:39 - BUDGET?
4:29 - Whale Sharks
5:10 - Accommodation
5:46 - Scooters
6:08 - Visa on Entry
6:28 - I bet you didn’t know this
6:53 - Island Hopping tours
7:27 - 1-month Itinerary!
8:22 - MUST VISIT PLACES
8:59 - Is the Philippines safe?

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@Spy-hp8ki Жыл бұрын

Nice advice. Very informative. But foreign tourists might also be interested in seeing tropical mountains, cliffs along crashing shores, rice terraces, hanging coffins, cultural dances, historical buildings and towns. For these, the Philippines is not just islands and beaches. It's so much more. 🙂

@SuicideBunny6 11 ай бұрын

Yes, exactly! I’ve been to the Philippines once before and the beaches are gorgeous indeed. But there’s so much culture and unique places to discover too!

@paulinep343 6 ай бұрын

Do you guys have any recommendations for that?:)

@Abs00Hero 5 ай бұрын

@@paulinep343mountains is mostly in northern patrs: 1. Batad Rice Terrces 2. Sagada 3. Bontoc 4. Mt Pinatubo 5- Batanes

@lavpeach4381 16 күн бұрын

This guy deserves a follow and a like for sure 🎉

@amaliamedina4310 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for liking and promoting our country to the world❤️❤️❤️

@CarlandCrez Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your videos, they are all helping me plan my one month trip to the Philippines ❤️🥰

@vitorgantuss7025 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video mate!! Thank you!!

@joeyvill4796 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel and much appreciated for your good comments and loving philippines ❤

@alanparker4989 7 ай бұрын

A really helpful concise video. It makes a nice change to hear about the place / subject and not the person. Well done.

@PixelNomadAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I was JUST looking into the Philippines today.

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

No way! Glad it was helpful! 😊

@cavsarge11 2 ай бұрын

Perfect video! Thanks for all the great information!

@Jazzvibesicl Жыл бұрын

Loved this vid, super helpful for planning my trip thank u!

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

No worries, thanks so much for watching!

@travellingwithcrowsfeet Жыл бұрын

Hello from Outback Australia. We really appreciate these tips, as we are visiting Philippines later in the year. All the best.

@bretoster6091 Жыл бұрын

Is that you Dazza and Shazza. How the fock are ya. Well see ya on the road eh

@travellingwithcrowsfeet Жыл бұрын

@@bretoster6091 maybe back in Oz in 3-4 yrs. 😃

@Icomentonu 3 күн бұрын

Epic breakdown man 👌

@andyadrift6178 Жыл бұрын

Thanks... some good and well presented advice.

@karloalmonidovar9497 Жыл бұрын

Very good information for foreigners. Thank you for liking the Philippines especially our beautiful beaches

@baramansari6921 2 ай бұрын

A no nonsense informative video. Well done and thank you.

@laoisehayes2123 10 ай бұрын

Thank you this video is really helpful ❤

@geoandbert1454 Жыл бұрын

Such great information! Thank you! We are going to the Philippines soon and this information will be so helpful 🙏🏼

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, I hope you have a great time there, I sure do love the Philippines!

@jfuerte426 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel for loving the Philippines☺

@jasonmarkwhite655 4 ай бұрын

Great video thanks for making it

@thedon86 Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing is December till April, so avoid the snow in the UK while being in the beach. Cost, well compared to the UK, everything is 10x cheaper! Makes sense to live here part of the year! And the people are kind, English speaking!

@nmdi2002 3 ай бұрын

Great video bro!!

@bethaneydunne9682 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Joel for this amazing amazing video keep them coming love it 😊😊😊

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@bethaneydunne9682 Жыл бұрын

its so nice to see the natire real world you make me want to go

@natescott3113 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm going in summer and this is super helpful!

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

No worries, thanks for watching!

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your time in the Philippines!

@natescott3113 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@alexanderschwarm7755 Жыл бұрын

O nice to know! great review man!

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! We always appreciate your support, Alexander!

@kenjie7133 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This video is very informative... All your recommendations about beautiful places in the Philippines are perfect destinations for 1mo.

@nitinbhatt2543 10 ай бұрын

Nice and very informative vedio gr8 work

@DGM4372. Жыл бұрын

Balabac is indeed a beautiful group of islands with pristine beaches.

@ethiehetherington5086 Жыл бұрын

Just subscribed. Enjoy your stay in the Philippines. God bless.

@PetesCruises-n-Travel 2 ай бұрын

Good information! It makes sense to eat local cuisine and save. I can see how island-hopping would be challenging.

@cowboymcq6711 7 ай бұрын

Super helpful bro thanks I’m heading over in January Big help 👍🏼✌🏼🇺🇸‼️

@Joelfriend 7 ай бұрын

Awesome, your going to love it over there!

@imdaniellight6390 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

@mikesimpson7356 7 ай бұрын

Great advice. I'm heading to Palawan in February. I do have a personal guide. She knows the ins and outs and where it's safe.

@hrlqzdg Ай бұрын

Thank you for the information! I'm going to Manila this summer, and this information should be very helpful to it! Also, I would like to ask if you need an international driver's licence for riding the scooter mentioned in the video?

@edstravel Жыл бұрын

Hey Joel Keep up the great work 📹 Bro amazing content 👏 👍 👌

@jessicastaps9672 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for all the information! I am going for 2 weeks in December but finding it hard to decide where to go. Where would you recommend is a must for 2 weeks?

@richardsoper777 2 ай бұрын

Love travelling around the Philippines. Sk many excellent places to visit

@hayleys3875 9 ай бұрын

Great video thanks Joel. Qu, how did you travel for 3 months, without extending your visa, or did you apply for one beforehand? tia x

@katharina_7312 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the awesome video! Is this one month itinerary suitable for june? Thanks in advance! :)

@alexandercarder2281 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the time and effort you took to make this amazing video which is important to me as I’m travelling to the Philippines on the 27th this month. I’m meeting my fiancé at Manila airport and we will stay a week in Manila and then get a two day ferry ride to iligan city where we will be living, actually just outside in Lanao Del Norte, 10 minutes away from the beautiful waterfalls. ❤ oh yes and I’m also from the UK 🇬🇧 Norwich city 😉

@Smallao97 6 ай бұрын

Great video Joel! I am going there in few months and I was wondering how does it work with checked luggage in the flight? If I wanna book my flights in advance I cannot always choose for checked luggage (only up to 10kg's). Is this an issue or can you just buy at the airport?

@paulsholar9356 11 ай бұрын

No mention here about .. +Boracay island +Kalibo indigenous festival each January +Annual Healers festival in Siquijor +Bantayan Island +Tarsier zoos in Bohol +Kawasan Falls and Enchanted River tubing +Vigan historic town in north Luzon +Silay historic town north of Bacolod (Negros island) +Batanes islands in north Luzon +Mt Pinatubo, Mt Isorog (Mt Mayon view), Mt Canlaon, Mt Apo hiking +Sites with monkeys including cave in southwest Leyte +Caves and cave pool sites +Many great waterfall sites

@MrJourneyHub Ай бұрын

Nice one

@dolorescasino1733 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 💖🙏Mabuhay Philippines 💖

@janeboyle6478 2 ай бұрын

Hello Joel , Nice video .. We will be there in June . Booked 8 days in Siargao. What one other place would you recommend? ( we are flying in and out of Cebu )

@peteroh6702 Жыл бұрын

Hey Joel, I like your advice, have you visited coron and if so how did you like it

@keith3812 2 күн бұрын

Everyone haves to gain experience from their own travels when they 1st go to any foreign country!! But u learn as keep going back

@Relss2000 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you❤

@nalajavier3589 10 ай бұрын

Very informative, thank you for giving us some ideas and tips for traveling around the Philippines. I'll subscribe to you in case you will go back to the Philippines and we'll definitely watch it

@ddoug9504 10 күн бұрын

Great advice.. just sub buddy

@marisolflandez3964 10 күн бұрын

His face brightened up when he started talking about island hopping 😂.

@LTD8844 11 ай бұрын

Im going to tarlac in October to see my godchildren n friends. I was looking at boracay but now ive seen this i think we will explore ❤

@travelnomad2128 Жыл бұрын

Some Filipino men can be fresh at times like staring, saying something or whistle, even I as filipina growing up there have experienced that. But just ignore them & be in a crowd, there's safety in numbers and someone is bound to help you if needed.

@leadecano6689 Жыл бұрын

Philippines the best and most beautiful beaches,!!!🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

@searchingamanda 8 ай бұрын

Is El Nido safe from Malaria? Thank you for this amazing Video!

@AmeliaQuwin 9 ай бұрын

WOWWWW thanks

@at5599 Жыл бұрын

Could you tell me something about food poisonig?The electricity is very hectic thats why cooling food is dificoult.

@jerrylingbaoan3006 Жыл бұрын

For your information sir. Jeepny engine now a days are mostly from japan surplus. No more us engine. All are hooded by filipno welders and cheaper compared to factory made locomotives

@chrisleentavita4734 Жыл бұрын

Waaaahh a lot more! Explore Surigao del sur and del norte! So so so much more remote islands.(e.g Britania islands, bucas grande, dinagat etc.)

@louiewishingtin578 10 ай бұрын

What SIM options are there? And which are best for a 2.5 month stay?

@ucjustice1 Жыл бұрын

excellent videos; but would really like to see higher definition video.

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

You can choose what quality you view it in down below

@Ferenz111 Жыл бұрын

14000 views...."Don't tell too many people" 😻😻😻

@user-wm8xy7xc3c 9 ай бұрын

Can you share how long you stayed at each island for?

@bobsutton4791 3 ай бұрын

Your hotel room looks nice ...where is it and how much did it cost you

@assetstacker Жыл бұрын

Do you have to show vaccine status when going from Island to island

@TonyLaycockJr 3 ай бұрын

Nice video. I’m just a single 41 year old guy. How would you find a personal guide who won’t try to scam you but will help you once landed in the Philippines? I’m from the United States and never been outside of the US.

@Daniel-ox2zr Жыл бұрын

Do you need to go online for anything to get a Visa on arrival?

@bobhunsicker8852 9 ай бұрын

good! how about using credit card vs cash

@bb89670 Жыл бұрын

Have you tried swimming with the whale sharks in some island there?

@jakefarm1280 2 ай бұрын

What is a realistic budget to visit for a month?

@steveholtum6259 3 ай бұрын

advice on carrying money, changing money , paying for things

@user-wd1xy9qd6r 3 ай бұрын

Do we have phone call and internet access in balabac ?

@timmytimers9511 Жыл бұрын

Hi Joel, It's 5 years since we came home to the Philippines 🇵🇭, Being a vlogger on KZfaq in UK, I just want to pick your brains, when flying from uk with a drone, where do you store your rechargeable batteries for long hall flight, 5 years ago we made the mistake of going via China, and they took my batteries off me, I have another drone now and want to use it whilst we are in iloilo, Philippines.. I just don't want the same thing to happen again..and we are flying with Etihad Airlines this time..? Can you advise me please. Regards Tim and Jn from Kent 🇬🇧

@dcadventures2394 Жыл бұрын

How much time did you devote to Manila to come up with the conclusion that it’s not worth visiting? Or, did you just come up with that based on what you heard?

@julianraphael4465 2 ай бұрын

Just booked the whaleshark trip in oblob, didnt know that..

@priscam9694 9 ай бұрын

If you are only going for a week, and you have to choose only one island… which one would you recommend??

@Abs00Hero 5 ай бұрын

Cebu is best if you will stay for a week

@GamingFunwithNoreen 10 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤

@jasonmarkwhite655 4 ай бұрын

You forgot to mention the hundreds of campsites that cost £1.50 per pitch..we're doing 1 month camping there very cheap 😀

@XxWiLD97xX Жыл бұрын

I'm going to El Nido in 2 weeks from EU (Switzerland), where should I change money? Which currancy should I bring?

@chitocucio4573 Жыл бұрын

From a local perspective, you can exchange your US$ at the airport, or at money change counters in the malls (in Manila, Cebu). Or you can withdraw from your bank account thru ATMs that dispense Philippine Peso. Word of caution though to bring cash when headed to the province like El Nido where ATMs come far in between, not to mention instances when they are out of service.

@XxWiLD97xX Жыл бұрын

@@chitocucio4573 Usually I avoid airport for currency exchange.. I found an exchange (Core Pacific Money Exchange) just 3 mins by walk from my Manila Hotel, it should work. Yes of course I will change money before going to El Nido because I read that sometimes it's difficult to pay by card or withdraw money from ATM in general

@stargategoku 5 ай бұрын

Very beautiful and majestic!

@christinaborggrebe2045 Жыл бұрын

Wil be traveling to Siargao in December with my husband and 18 month old. Is Philippe’s baby friendly and how easy would it be getting around the island if I didn’t travel on a motor bike (cause of my baby) Thanks!

@analiybalondo4294 Жыл бұрын

Very rainy in Siargao in December.. in am from that province so i know very well..

@Stephanie.S0068 Жыл бұрын

Even some experienced backpackers are having a challenging time exploring Philippines and Siargao is a relatively small island, (it has a nice country/island vibe there but their small airport is actually just recently been open so you get the idea). I suggest just go straight to Palawan esp with an 18 month old baby.

@danrawkins5239 Жыл бұрын

I' from the UK and want to go for 40 days. How do I extend my free tourist visa from 30 days because when I arrive I must already have a flight booked (max 30 days after arrival) but I want this flight out 40 days after I arrive? Is is possible somehow to extend my allowance to 40 days?

@hayleys3875 9 ай бұрын

Hey..... same dilemma here, what did you do? I do not currently have an exit flight, and want to know if I can extend my visa upon arrival before booking and exit flight 😬 I leave in 6 days so don't have time to apply online. Would be great if you can let me know. Tia ❤

@nazishfatima9309 8 ай бұрын

Is the internet good enough to do video calls? Especially with the esim?

@Joelfriend 8 ай бұрын

Yes data is often much better than WiFi to be honest, using eSIMs!

@nazishfatima9309 7 ай бұрын

@@Joelfriend thank you so much! Is it good enough across Cebu and Coron? I’m really worried because I’m planning to work from there for a week and want to make sure I don’t run into internet issues… really appreciate the reply!!!

@boardingpass8183 Жыл бұрын

You forgot to explore the North of the Philippines. Hope you explore it someday 😊 Greetings from Manila

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Next time!

@ebo5739 3 ай бұрын

Hi Boardingpass, do u think the philippines is safe to travel? I read a lot on different government pages on kidnapping

@boardingpass8183 3 ай бұрын

Yes @ebo5739. Those news you've heard or read in the media are not completely true. They distract the public not to come so they can only enjoy the Philippines by themselves. Don't always believe what you've heard in your surroundings. Most people in the world don't know what they are talking about. It was those old days some conflict occured in the Philippines a long time ago. Now it's completely different. These vloggers will not come to the Philippines if it is not safe. Watch other vloggers and follow them like Always Be Changing, Jumping Places, Travel Escape, Brent Contie, Christian Lost le Blanc, Kristi Travel Escape and of course Joel Friend to name a few. These vloggers captured the real Philippines and how foreign vloggers and travellers around the world keep coming back to the Philippines. Of course, you have to be cautious of your surroundings and don't let your guards down, not only in the Philippines, but the rest of the world.

@monvee2000 Жыл бұрын

Feeding the whale sharks are better than eating whale sharks. In Oslob, they used to hunt and kill whale sharks. Now, they provide livelihood to the residents through ecotourism. It’s a win-win situation for the sharks and the locals.

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

There’s still a lot more that can be done, it’s over crowded and they aren’t there naturally anymore like in Donsol, and Lyete, who are doing a great job!

@Joelfriend Жыл бұрын

Eating and hunting whale sharks is highly illegal in the Philippines too so probably why they don’t eat them anymore

@jacolyn12 Жыл бұрын

@@Joelfriend I used to be one of those Filipinos who didn't understand that there are still a lot of improvements that can be done with regards to the whale shark watching in Oslob. Now, for me, it doesn't seem natural anymore. I get it. It's overcrowded and very touristy. And it doesn't seem to be as safe for the whale sharks as I used to think. Go to Donsol instead.

@franciscovasaya9364 Жыл бұрын

sayop ka doy,sa bohol to nga video (MGB) ni kabayan' ,pilian gani na pagkaon kanang tagadinha..

@manbibar4299 Жыл бұрын

🇵🇭❤️🤟👍

@yodatac9067 5 ай бұрын

Does £30 a day include accommodation?

@giorgiopelloni9191 Ай бұрын

the sea is beautiful but there are many places in the world with sea beautiful. the favelas of brazil are a luxury compared to coron. and the other islands are the same.

@daisyfranco9626 Жыл бұрын

Sorry for that Joël friend, why u compared philippines from thailand b coz thailand is already develop compare philippines for how many years philippines is just starting to develop thank for your comparaison god bless u

@ttnaina9432 Жыл бұрын

Come to bangladesh

@marklouieremolete5914 Жыл бұрын

Include BATANES

@marukuAron Жыл бұрын

Im going, but can you tell me how many days should I spent to enjoy coron,elnido,cebu,bohol with in 10 days 😭

@jojojojo-bt6sd Жыл бұрын

10 days to visit all the places you mentioned will make you keep on rushing through your journey with no time to relax and enjoy the surroundings. 2 destinations would be more realistic

@marukuAron Жыл бұрын

@@jojojojo-bt6sd thanks

@deansnaith2015 2 ай бұрын

I don't agree with the hotels... I stayed 3 nights in a luxury flat for £52.. depends where you go, I suppose? This stay was in Baguio, which I HIGHLY recommend any tourist to go!! ❤❤

@iLVCA 2 ай бұрын

I love your video and thank you for sharing but you move your arms a lot mate lol

@eossseo Ай бұрын

Ang pricey talaga magtravel dito sa atin. Mas gugustuhin mo na lang magtravel OUT OF THE COUNTRY dahil usually mas makakamura ka pa. But yeah, maganda pa rin talaga sa Pinas.

@darrenseddon6769 Жыл бұрын

Dec to April dry season wrong it's typhoon n wet season dec and jan this year only 4 days off sun alot off rain .I live in southern leyte and have for 16 years.Yes going tourist destinations it will be more expensive. But explore the province cheaper.you can get a 28 day extension on your 30 days when you arrive at airport

@samanthacondren3754 3 ай бұрын

Hi Darren whats westher like in July

@darrenseddon6769 2 ай бұрын

@@samanthacondren3754 very hot

@luigivincenz3843 9 ай бұрын

the most important is EVERY ONE speaks English. Even in the deepest jungles or mountains where civilization is nowhere, you will be surprised. By the time children are in kindergarten, English is taught the same time as Tagalog. Courtesy of the American system in place during the early 20th century. I know foreigners who have been there YEARS and only spoke like, 20 Tagalog words the entire time. A lot of resorts and neighborhoods in remote islands have Elon Musk's Starlink so wifi is not an issue.

@joshdavison2444 Ай бұрын

What is an esim?

@Anivorlin 23 күн бұрын

The eSIM - embedded SIM - is a SIM where the subscriber profile can be changed over the air without changing the actual SIM or you can buy local Sim card and ask the vendor how to buy internet on your sim for a week or a month subscription..

@forwatchingyoutube1257 Жыл бұрын

Philippines don't encourage mass tourism just like Thailand. It will be spoiled with too much tourism. Backpackers are enjoying the Philippines , one of the reasons is the less crowd. you can also enjoy an islands alone .