As always thanks so much for watching!! We like to show the good, bad and the ugly on our channel. Hope you enjoyed and please hit the subscribe button if you did ☺️
The good thing when u went there was not busy as during summer [ MAR to MAY ] no seaweeds along the shoreline ... yep that's what u could get with cheap hotels there ...I've learned my lesson well too I should have searched more on vlogs of hotels before I booked in just few weeks ago ... those doggos I think the same ones I've seen napping at the beach ... it's a good thing they're not being shoed away :) ... glad u didn't avail of their expensive hotel transfer from the airport ... I was so grateful /happy 🥰 when I travelled solo Pinoy folks were willing to share their trike ride so I would not have to pay much :)
I’m British Filipino and I found your video rather of a relief. I’m going to see my family and honestly I’m gonna be exactly the same mood. It’s nice to see all the perspective of your flight to your hotel.
Yes we weren’t sure whether to show this video or not but if you aren’t showing the frustrating parts of travel then your not exactly being truthful to your followers ether! We want to give you guys all perspectives ☺️ even when we are grumpy haha
At the jetty port always buy the transfer package, it's worth it! You bypass all the lines, and gain direct access to all transfers, bus, boat, and transport on the island side. Usually your hotel/resort will offer this service. Every penny worth it!
Love how authentic you were on your first impression om boracay. I am filipino and i am so annoyed how Boracay Terminal Port is being managed and conducted. There are too many counters, too many people working. it is terribly confusing.
Just getting worse... it used to be 2 counters only. And not as chaotic. I was lucky to visit Boracay when there were still few foreign tourists. Loved the beach and vibe and sand... not the water. Dont want to go back.
My wife and I went to Boracay back in May 2023 for our anniversary. We paid 1,200P each for door to door transfer. We didn't have any troubles or hassles with any of the transfers. We plan on going back again this year!
I visited Boracay in July 2023. I’m from Australia! Boracay has a nice beach and so do other countries. Boracay is ok but it’s also a lot of hype. Everything in Bohol and Boracay and Cebu is highly commercialised and environment fees and a host of other fees are just money making attempts but the islands are ok and a distraction from the monotony at home but at the end of the day, nothing like home !
Agree what you said, they are extorting fees, yet they take away all the tourist facilities and fun like beach lounges and beach umbrellas, on beach dining, live music etc, the vibe has gone, I used to vist many times per year, until they introduced the new laws, since then I haven't visited and gone elsewhere, they have killed the tourist end of the market by not providing basic essentials like other countries
I visit Coron Palawan. Sure, no beaches near the town, but there are boat tours that take you to many great beaches to explore. Just during the day. i plan to stay in Two seasons bayside hotel Panoramic suite later this year. Wedding anniversary. Costs about $1300 total with tax for 4 nights. Coron is for travelers that want less crowds and more boat tours.
Loving all your content, especially showing how beautiful The Philippines are. Also really helpful showing prices and times. Living the best life (even on travel days)
Lucky for me I saw a RUclips about the no-frills airport and the process, paperwork and fees of going to Boracay, and I decided to book a transportation package before I got there. The transport company took care of everything, fees, paperwork, from airport , jetty port, and to my hotel plus round trip back. Yes, it costs more, maybe 2 or 3 times what you pay if you did it all on your own after you got there and can bargain-priced it. it's convenience vs. budget the choice is yours.
For context, the floods in boracay were far worse before the rehabilitation, so what you saw is actually a huge improvement, but nontheless, it's good that you guys are showing everything and keep things real. The whole repetitive process of multiple payments sure does need a rework as it is very time consuming and confusing. It was setup with the assumption that first time tourist would know where to go and how to pay. It's stupid as hell. People who paid the more expensive way of going to their hotel don't have to deal with all that though as their hotel arrange and do everything for them. You get picked up by their staff at the airport, escort you straight to your hotel with their own boat no waiting.
Oh really? Yes the process could defiantly be streamlined. I guess people would just pay the extra if going on holiday, when traveling we need to try and save money where we can as we are doing this long term ☺️
We stayed at Discovery Shores in Station 1, and it was lovely. The service was good, and the airport transfer was smooth. A little bit pricey, but it saved us a hassle!
That is the reason why even me, a local, do not want to go to Boracay because it is a lot of process and prices are so high and touristy. Hehehe. I'll just enjoy watching bloggers with their expensive and luxury experiences in Boracay. Plus, this is not the season for Boracay in the Philippines as it is our rainy season already. Enjoy and stay safe.
Also when in the PH, don't just settle for any price. Always haggle by half or a third of the price, especially on transport. Try the sunset parasailing in boracay. Its nice.
I love love this video. It's raw and it tackled both the negative and positive side of visiting Boracay. I would hate for people to visit my country full of positive expectations unprepared about the inconveniences which can really ruin their vacation. Also, It's such a good thing that you remind people that you cannot enjoy anything good when you are sleep deprived.. patience is low, your body is lack of energy, you cannot bring yourself to be in a good mood no matter what. so prioritize QUALITY sleep as soon as you arrived if there's nothing more important to do and then explore with good mood and savor the experience of nature and the local culture. HAVE A GOOD TIME❤
The problem with their experience is they are trying to be cost affected in a cheap country. The place is already dirt cheap so you really get what you pay for. I bet they flew into the the farthest airport and didn't book transportation with resort. I mean its already cheap just spend the money and get a fulfilling experience.
Het strand had ik meer verwacht, ook echt wit is het zand niet, In Indonesie heb je heel veel soorten stranden, van spierwit tot heel zwart, ja zelfs een rose strand
@AbbyandGaz i do watch your videos even if its negative or positive,just loving how you stayed here in Philippines longer than a normal vacation. Don't worry not all Filipinos will think negatively with what we are watching , our country is not perfect as well as the other countries,soo just enjoy your stay and explore, you've got 1700 island to explore 😅
Been there last year...I still miss exploring the island even I live 2 hrs from the island...thanks to your nostalgic video 😊 I'm planning to come back before rainy season starts
My siblings and I plus our nieces and youngest son had a blast in Boracay last October 2023. We paid for transfers all the way from the airport to our hotel. Upon our return trip to Manila, we also paid for a van to bring us to the pier then to the airport, luggage handlers included. In essence, we all felt pampered to the max. 😊 Next vacay is Siargao, hopefully❤️🌹✌🏼
Thank you for the very candid impression on Boracay! Looks like the travel from that island beside Boracay (maybe it's Caticlan?) definitely looks toxic compared to the 1st & last time I went there back in 1996. No one can ever make me walk through a flooded street and I'm Filipino. Going back there this December for NYE with my family who are all first-timers.
Fees over here and fees over there….annoying and frustrating! I’m so sorry for all the inconveniences of going to Boracay. Drainage…oh no I hope they’re not having the same problem like back in 2018. Anyway the drink looks good though and always good when it’s buy1 get1 free 😊 Glad to see the next day is totally the opposite of your arrival day. White beach is refreshingly gorgeous 🩵🏝️ You look beautiful Abby!
Thankyou! We were worried about showing this as it’s not our usual upbeat style but also we need to show people the good and bad and some days you just can’t be bothered with it all 😂😂 but Boracay is beautiful regardless of the stress at the beginning
The drainage is ongoing construction and rain last couple of days so that is why little bit flooded it's normal. any way if construction is finished the road is so smooth going to Boracay.
Which airport did you land in? Cause if it's Kalibo Airport then it kind of makes sense to pay 1500 each for the busfare given that it's 2 hours away. But if you landed in Caticlan Airport then yeah, that would've been a huge question mark.
Its the wrong time of the year, it's rainy season. It has some pros during this time - less tourist, low cost as compared to other rush time of the year.
I heard that when it comes to surfing, the best island is siargao. So maybe u guys can try that one instead and less crowded . Also, I think there are Hotel that have a pvt beach
The drainage is ongoing construction and has rain last couple of days so that is why little bit flooded it's normal. any way if construction is finished the road is so smooth going to Boracay.
BOracay is now improve we dont allowed smoke and many more it is purely for peace and those who really love nature we remove all the toxic and close istablishment who is not follow rules for nature its better than before
You are right on the extremely high price to your hotel. Follow the locals, ask around, not from the bus agents but from the local travellers. Ask around, chances are, most locals will be willing to help, guide you.
I've been there twice in different years.That station beach you showed is only good for walking along.Stayed at Fairways both times because of their Kudeta district and they also have a private beach which is nice and calm.The nicest beach in Boracay is the Ilig Iligan beach by far and you can take an e-trike there but to get back to the hotels you need to hire a scooter with driver for each person.Also there are some really good restaurants in Boracay like Giuseppe for example.
Yall did fine. It was OK to compare and figure out how to get the best price. They were trying to make an extra buck off of people and you wanted the best deal possible. It's all good.
Etrike, Ejeep, Ebus has been a big issue coz other jeepney owner refused to do it. They said they dont want to waste their old jeepney and busses and buy new one. E transport is supposed tobe better coz they are quiet and a goal to less pollution.
When you travel be open minded please. Do not complain about small thing that you have to compare from your country. Also we Filipinos like crowds thats how we are so don’t complain if its crowded all the tourists spot🙏 Just enjoy
We just like to show the realities of travel on our channel. Some days you can get down about the small things that wouldn’t bother you on other days. But we showed in the end that Boracay was beautiful and that we knew it was just our mind set that day ☺️ we do love the Philippines!
Commuting is obviously a huge part of traveling. You’re more than welcome to vent and share negative experiences. It’s good for future travelers so see the down side as well
@@AbbyandGazi do watch your videos even if its negative or positive,just loving how you stayed here in Philippines longer than a normal vacation. Don't worry not all Filipinos will think negatively with what we are watching , our country is not perfect as well as the other countries,soo just enjoy your stay and explore, you've got 1700 island to explore 😅
We went to Smooth Bar where you guys went and had 2 rounds of Buy 1 Take 1 Amaretto Sours! 😂 So good that you guys went there, saving me money to buy regular price of Amaretto. ❤
I still think the environmental fee is a scam. I saw garbage still littered around the island. Why not use that environmental money pay to clean those garbage. Or the very least, Business owners should be covering those fees considering its the tourist that brings money to the island.
We went to Boracay in January 2023 and paid P1500, one way, and believed it was a more convenient private shuttle from the airport to port and a private speed boat to Boracay Island, then a private shuttle waiting for you to drop you off to your hotel. A bit dearer but quicker and hassle-free. We only did that on our way back to Manila. cheers
Yes I totally agree if you want to spend the money 100% do it! I think cause we are traveling for a long time we don’t want to splash out when we can spend the money else where but if it was just a holiday for us then we would 100% pay for it!!
Boracay has been making money for 5 or more decades but the airport remains trash for tourists, the most ***corrupt*** tourist destination. A big NO for Boracay!
Just returned from my 4th visit to Boracay and getting off the plane to the beach has been like that for 20 odd years... confusion, guys in your face, fees, commission, no directions, a mess. I dont mind vendors on the beach but every 5 metres is, water sports massage or eat...its too much
I found the hotel I was curious which hotel u guys staying at. And, I just wish you guys pick the one close to tje beach (beachfront). Lol😂. I guess now I know which hotel to ovoid hahaha
Funny how abby disappointed about the floods going to their hotel. Its a normal things here in the Philippines to have a flooded road. Sometimes it appear depends on the situation on that area.🙂
Wouldn’t usually be disappointed but think a mixture of lack of sleep and the fact that Boracay has had a lot of money pumped into it for it to be ready for tourist you would think the drain systems would be sorted. Any other area of the Philippines and I wouldn’t have cared in the slightest ☺️
4.30 in the morning ! 😜 It all sounds complicated to get there ! I'm going ot Boracay next Feb. I bought a transfer as part of my plane ticket - well ,thats the idea anyway !
That's why i like visiting Coron Palawan instead. Direct flight to the island. 40 minute drive by van to the hotel from airport. Hassle free. 250 per PAX peso environment fee 350 per PAX van fee unless hotel covers it. For cheap stay but nice room. stay at Vienna Hotel. Their Deluxe room is about $60 per night. however it is up a hill so if you have mobility issues, i would look for another hotel.
Wow I come from I just go in there and picture my life for some view the Philippines are good because they have Boracay and stuff use it and you can actually just ride in the boat
Horrendous journey but well worth it when you got there. Another beautiful island 🏝️ but not sure about the lake outside hotel . Was laughing at you winding Gaz up about trip advisor and lake 🤣🤣
Haha the funny party is that I actually did read that review but he was on a mad one that day 😂 even watching it back he was like ‘oh my god I was so grumpy’
SORRY FOR WHAT YOU EXPERINCE WERE TRYING TO FIX EVERYTHING INCH BY INCH ANYWAY WE ARE DEVELOPING COUNTRY ALL THE CONVINIENT WILL SOON BE EXPERINCE THAT IS WHY WE REALLY NEED MORE INVESTOR IN OUR COUNTRY TO BE ABLE TO DO THAT AS FASTEST WE CAN
goes to arguably the most popular beach in the world "I don't know how it's so busy" 🤦 Go to Romblon or Caramoan or other lesser known islands if you don't want people
I'll avoid Boracay ! 😂 Grey water ? Yuck ! They've ruin this beautiful and idyllic place unfortunately. I remember when Duterte said it was a cesspool! Over loaded with tourists and badly managed. Financial gouging. Still its easy to see what it once was. The sunsets are still pretty despite it being a tourist mecca.
I think I would've gladly paid the 1050 php to avoid all the hassles you guys have had to experience :/ I wonder if the environmental fee would've been on top of that though.
First of all they ask you about your personal info and the hotel you’re staying at because they dont want people just coming to Boracay and just loitering around the island. Which was a big problem during the times when Boracay was a party island and more polluted. Second if you would have paid the extra cost you could have breezed through the port with an assistant helping you thru the various gates, onto the boat and then have a shuttle to your hotel. I paid the fee and was thru the port and on a boat in two mins. Then had a shuttle waiting for me to take me to my hotel. People arent always trying to scam you in the Philippines.
As always thanks so much for watching!! We like to show the good, bad and the ugly on our channel. Hope you enjoyed and please hit the subscribe button if you did ☺️
The good thing when u went there was not busy as during summer [ MAR to MAY ] no seaweeds along the shoreline ... yep that's what u could get with cheap hotels there ...I've learned my lesson well too I should have searched more on vlogs of hotels before I booked in just few weeks ago ... those doggos I think the same ones I've seen napping at the beach ... it's a good thing they're not being shoed away :) ... glad u didn't avail of their expensive hotel transfer from the airport ... I was so grateful /happy 🥰 when I travelled solo Pinoy folks were willing to share their trike ride so I would not have to pay much :)
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I’m British Filipino and I found your video rather of a relief. I’m going to see my family and honestly I’m gonna be exactly the same mood. It’s nice to see all the perspective of your flight to your hotel.
Yes we weren’t sure whether to show this video or not but if you aren’t showing the frustrating parts of travel then your not exactly being truthful to your followers ether! We want to give you guys all perspectives ☺️ even when we are grumpy haha
I'm staying at Asya Premier suites later this year. The room looks bloody brilliant. My word.
At the jetty port always buy the transfer package, it's worth it! You bypass all the lines, and gain direct access to all transfers, bus, boat, and transport on the island side. Usually your hotel/resort will offer this service. Every penny worth it!
Love how authentic you were on your first impression om boracay. I am filipino and i am so annoyed how Boracay Terminal Port is being managed and conducted. There are too many counters, too many people working. it is terribly confusing.
Thank you ☺️ yes they definitely need to streamline that system!
Just getting worse... it used to be 2 counters only. And not as chaotic. I was lucky to visit Boracay when there were still few foreign tourists. Loved the beach and vibe and sand... not the water. Dont want to go back.
i love this! Thank you we are going in december and this is helpful i get the frustration but i love the positivity. Raw and exciting! More power!
Thank you ☺️
My wife and I went to Boracay back in May 2023 for our anniversary. We paid 1,200P each for door to door transfer. We didn't have any troubles or hassles with any of the transfers. We plan on going back again this year!
I visited Boracay in July 2023. I’m from Australia! Boracay has a nice beach and so do other countries. Boracay is ok but it’s also a lot of hype. Everything in Bohol and Boracay and Cebu is highly commercialised and environment fees and a host of other fees are just money making attempts but the islands are ok and a distraction from the monotony at home but at the end of the day, nothing like home !
Agree what you said, they are extorting fees, yet they take away all the tourist facilities and fun like beach lounges and beach umbrellas, on beach dining, live music etc, the vibe has gone, I used to vist many times per year, until they introduced the new laws, since then I haven't visited and gone elsewhere, they have killed the tourist end of the market by not providing basic essentials like other countries
I visit Coron Palawan. Sure, no beaches near the town, but there are boat tours that take you to many great beaches to explore. Just during the day. i plan to stay in Two seasons bayside hotel Panoramic suite later this year. Wedding anniversary. Costs about $1300 total with tax for 4 nights.
Coron is for travelers that want less crowds and more boat tours.
I don’t care about all the negative things you guys just said …I love Filipinos , my next trip is in March flying from Heathrow
how was your trip? I'm planning on going soon lol
Loving all your content, especially showing how beautiful The Philippines are.
Also really helpful showing prices and times.
Living the best life (even on travel days)
Thank you 😂😂😂☺️☺️☺️
Lucky for me I saw a RUclips about the no-frills airport and the process, paperwork and fees of going to Boracay, and I decided to book a transportation package before I got there. The transport company took care of everything, fees, paperwork, from airport , jetty port, and to my hotel plus round trip back. Yes, it costs more, maybe 2 or 3 times what you pay if you did it all on your own after you got there and can bargain-priced it. it's convenience vs. budget the choice is yours.
Yeah true! They can definitely streamline that process though. About 40,000 tickets 😂 why not just 1
For context, the floods in boracay were far worse before the rehabilitation, so what you saw is actually a huge improvement, but nontheless, it's good that you guys are showing everything and keep things real. The whole repetitive process of multiple payments sure does need a rework as it is very time consuming and confusing. It was setup with the assumption that first time tourist would know where to go and how to pay. It's stupid as hell. People who paid the more expensive way of going to their hotel don't have to deal with all that though as their hotel arrange and do everything for them. You get picked up by their staff at the airport, escort you straight to your hotel with their own boat no waiting.
Oh really? Yes the process could defiantly be streamlined. I guess people would just pay the extra if going on holiday, when traveling we need to try and save money where we can as we are doing this long term ☺️
We stayed at Discovery Shores in Station 1, and it was lovely. The service was good, and the airport transfer was smooth. A little bit pricey, but it saved us a hassle!
That is the reason why even me, a local, do not want to go to Boracay because it is a lot of process and prices are so high and touristy. Hehehe. I'll just enjoy watching bloggers with their expensive and luxury experiences in Boracay. Plus, this is not the season for Boracay in the Philippines as it is our rainy season already. Enjoy and stay safe.
Thank you ☺️
GALING MO TLGAA ANO PA KWENTO MUNA LAHAT SIRAAN MUNA TROS LUMAYAS KANA SA PINAS
Also when in the PH, don't just settle for any price. Always haggle by half or a third of the price, especially on transport. Try the sunset parasailing in boracay. Its nice.
It defiantly felt like a set price for the transfers as it was all on billboards and stuff! But thanks for the tips ☺️
I love love this video. It's raw and it tackled both the negative and positive side of visiting Boracay. I would hate for people to visit my country full of positive expectations unprepared about the inconveniences which can really ruin their vacation. Also, It's such a good thing that you remind people that you cannot enjoy anything good when you are sleep deprived.. patience is low, your body is lack of energy, you cannot bring yourself to be in a good mood no matter what. so prioritize QUALITY sleep as soon as you arrived if there's nothing more important to do and then explore with good mood and savor the experience of nature and the local culture. HAVE A GOOD TIME❤
The problem with their experience is they are trying to be cost affected in a cheap country. The place is already dirt cheap so you really get what you pay for. I bet they flew into the the farthest airport and didn't book transportation with resort. I mean its already cheap just spend the money and get a fulfilling experience.
Boracay is still one of the most beautiful beach in the world five kilometers of white sand beach and a sunset view .
It is indeed! We aren’t taking away from the beauty of course 😍
Het strand had ik meer verwacht, ook echt wit is het zand niet, In Indonesie heb je heel veel soorten stranden, van spierwit tot heel zwart, ja zelfs een rose strand
@@floormatoerbongs1294 Ambot sa imo wa ako kasabot.
As a man of culture, I have yet another Philippine Vlog channel to Binge watch
Awww glad you enjoy our channel 🙌🏻
You can also try the hennan hotel, savoy hotel, crimson and shangri-la its much more peaceful and less crowded however it’s really expensive
@AbbyandGaz i do watch your videos even if its negative or positive,just loving how you stayed here in Philippines longer than a normal vacation. Don't worry not all Filipinos will think negatively with what we are watching , our country is not perfect as well as the other countries,soo just enjoy your stay and explore, you've got 1700 island to explore 😅
Been there last year...I still miss exploring the island even I live 2 hrs from the island...thanks to your nostalgic video 😊 I'm planning to come back before rainy season starts
Glad you enjoyed it ☺️
boracay now is populated not like before the ambience is so good... dont expect too much
Was there in February 2019 for 2 weeks but it looked better those days than it looks now!?
It looks more messy and less clear. What happens?
I think there must have been a bad flood just before we arrived because for the rest of the week it had gone down a lot!! ☺️
My siblings and I plus our nieces and youngest son had a blast in Boracay last October 2023. We paid for transfers all the way from the airport to our hotel. Upon our return trip to Manila, we also paid for a van to bring us to the pier then to the airport, luggage handlers included. In essence, we all felt pampered to the max. 😊 Next vacay is Siargao, hopefully❤️🌹✌🏼
Sounds lovely ☺️ enjoy Siargao ☺️
My 2nd subscription on your channel. I enjoyed your blogs about the Phils❤
Awww we are so glad you enjoy our videos!! ☺️
Based on my personal experience, I've been to so many islands; yes, it was the most chaotic process that I've had.
Which month did you go, the beach and place looks horrible
Thank you for the very candid impression on Boracay! Looks like the travel from that island beside Boracay (maybe it's Caticlan?) definitely looks toxic compared to the 1st & last time I went there back in 1996. No one can ever make me walk through a flooded street and I'm Filipino. Going back there this December for NYE with my family who are all first-timers.
Fees over here and fees over there….annoying and frustrating! I’m so sorry for all the inconveniences of going to Boracay. Drainage…oh no I hope they’re not having the same problem like back in 2018. Anyway the drink looks good though and always good when it’s buy1 get1 free 😊 Glad to see the next day is totally the opposite of your arrival day. White beach is refreshingly gorgeous 🩵🏝️ You look beautiful Abby!
Thankyou! We were worried about showing this as it’s not our usual upbeat style but also we need to show people the good and bad and some days you just can’t be bothered with it all 😂😂 but Boracay is beautiful regardless of the stress at the beginning
Appreciate the honesty. Sorry about the bad experience, hope this did not discourage you and you still have a good time.
The drainage is ongoing construction and rain last couple of days so that is why little bit flooded it's normal. any way if construction is finished the road is so smooth going to Boracay.
That is so true! Fees here and there. Ive been to other SE countries and philippines, there are just fees everywhere!
Which airport did you land in? Cause if it's Kalibo Airport then it kind of makes sense to pay 1500 each for the busfare given that it's 2 hours away. But if you landed in Caticlan Airport then yeah, that would've been a huge question mark.
Yes it was Catican ☺️
@@AbbyandGaz oh myyy! Im so sorry about that! It would've cost you just P100 for 2 people if you took the tricycle across the road from the airport.
Its the wrong time of the year, it's rainy season.
It has some pros during this time - less tourist, low cost as compared to other rush time of the year.
We got beautiful weather after this tbf!
maybe the flood flows down to the seawater that is why the mud mixed underneath the sea sands.
I heard that when it comes to surfing, the best island is siargao. So maybe u guys can try that one instead and less crowded . Also, I think there are Hotel that have a pvt beach
We went to Siargao and it was amazing 😍
The drainage is ongoing construction and has rain last couple of days so that is why little bit flooded it's normal. any way if construction is finished the road is so smooth going to Boracay.
Makes sense! The government should really sort that out though, it’s affecting all businesses along the road
BOracay is now improve we dont allowed smoke and many more it is purely for peace and those who really love nature we remove all the toxic and close istablishment who is not follow rules for nature its better than before
What camera do you use for these vlogs quality is so good
Thank uou for the explanation of how to do each step.
Glad it was helpful!
The big resorts there really ruined once was a beautiful ideal tropical paradise. Now it's just overpriced hotels, restaurants and crowded beaches.
We still think it’s beautiful! Different areas being different benefits in the Philippines ☺️
That's why i look elsewhere. Palawan is better in my opinion.
Better Abby and Gaz stay til new year here in Phils. and for sure you will enjoy the holiday seasons. Keep safe and enjoy...
Haha sadly we have to gooo 😔
awesome - what do you guys do for work?
You are right on the extremely high price to your hotel. Follow the locals, ask around, not from the bus agents but from the local travellers. Ask around, chances are, most locals will be willing to help, guide you.
We always find the locals super helpful ☺️☺️
I've been there twice in different years.That station beach you showed is only good for walking along.Stayed at Fairways both times because of their Kudeta district and they also have a private beach which is nice and calm.The nicest beach in Boracay is the Ilig Iligan beach by far and you can take an e-trike there but to get back to the hotels you need to hire a scooter with driver for each person.Also there are some really good restaurants in Boracay like Giuseppe for example.
Some Filipinos cannot go or visit Boracay bcoz its very expensive everything.
You guys are tough, we always just buy the package as it is a pain in the butt to DIY the trip from airport to the island
Haha yes I don’t understand why they make it so complicated though?! Why not just 1 ticket and registration 😂😂
Is it always busy to get to Boracay? I don't know I never been.
It felt pretty busy!
Yall did fine. It was OK to compare and figure out how to get the best price. They were trying to make an extra buck off of people and you wanted the best deal possible. It's all good.
raining season is pretty bad in Boracay but hey we appreciate visiting Boracay.
As an Ilonggo Thank you for exposing this
Etrike, Ejeep, Ebus has been a big issue coz other jeepney owner refused to do it. They said they dont want to waste their old jeepney and busses and buy new one. E transport is supposed tobe better coz they are quiet and a goal to less pollution.
Yes defo believe e trike is a fantastic way forward!! We all need to do our party towards the environment 👏🏻
Hello guys, welcome to BORACAY ISLAND. enjoyed guys, godbless
Thank you Henry ☺️
Abby and Gaz -- Here is a haiku for your troubles...
In Paradise's peace,
Grumpy souls find respite, tired.
Smiles bloom in stillness
Thanks for your words ☺️☺️ everyday can’t be a good day, even in paradise!
When you travel be open minded please. Do not complain about small thing that you have to compare from your country. Also we Filipinos like crowds thats how we are so don’t complain if its crowded all the tourists spot🙏 Just enjoy
We just like to show the realities of travel on our channel. Some days you can get down about the small things that wouldn’t bother you on other days. But we showed in the end that Boracay was beautiful and that we knew it was just our mind set that day ☺️ we do love the Philippines!
Commuting is obviously a huge part of traveling. You’re more than welcome to vent and share negative experiences. It’s good for future travelers so see the down side as well
But yeah, Philippines is a third world country. These inconveniences and dishonesty from public transport is rampant
@@AbbyandGazi do watch your videos even if its negative or positive,just loving how you stayed here in Philippines longer than a normal vacation. Don't worry not all Filipinos will think negatively with what we are watching , our country is not perfect as well as the other countries,soo just enjoy your stay and explore, you've got 1700 island to explore 😅
We Filipinos like crowds? We are just adjusted to the system.
We went to Smooth Bar where you guys went and had 2 rounds of Buy 1 Take 1 Amaretto Sours! 😂 So good that you guys went there, saving me money to buy regular price of Amaretto. ❤
Haha aw glad you took our advice!!
Figure around 50 Philippines Peso to 1 USA Dollar. Sometimes it’s more, somtimes less. 50 is a good number.
Or 1 pound to 70 pesos.
LEMON CAFE KITTY WILL ALWAYS BE MY GO TO KITTY IN D'MALL! YES!
It’s so good isn’t it!
Nope! I’m doing it all the convenient way. Haha! Thanks for sharing.
Haha definitely the best way 😂
I still think the environmental fee is a scam. I saw garbage still littered around the island. Why not use that environmental money pay to clean those garbage. Or the very least, Business owners should be covering those fees considering its the tourist that brings money to the island.
We went to Boracay in January 2023 and paid P1500, one way, and believed it was a more convenient private shuttle from the airport to port and a private speed boat to Boracay Island, then a private shuttle waiting for you to drop you off to your hotel. A bit dearer but quicker and hassle-free. We only did that on our way back to Manila. cheers
Yes I totally agree if you want to spend the money 100% do it! I think cause we are traveling for a long time we don’t want to splash out when we can spend the money else where but if it was just a holiday for us then we would 100% pay for it!!
@@AbbyandGaz For sure 100% agree with you guys that make sense. Enjoy lads
Epic journey Vlog- wow electric tuktuk - very environmentally friendly!! Beach looks lovely.
Yes crazy about the e trikes 🫨🫨
Boracay has been making money for 5 or more decades but the airport remains trash for tourists, the most ***corrupt*** tourist destination. A big NO for Boracay!
Just returned from my 4th visit to Boracay and getting off the plane to the beach has been like that for 20 odd years... confusion, guys in your face, fees, commission, no directions, a mess.
I dont mind vendors on the beach but every 5 metres is, water sports massage or eat...its too much
7:58 "do we have a boat" lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I know 😂😂
I hope you’ll be on your way to Bacolod city for Masskara festival on the weekends, great adventures thought
Sadly we won’t be able to make it 😔
What donyou voth do for work? 😊
I always like to travel expensive and stay at expensive hotels, i dont like the inconvenience of me standing on line .
i think for me...ONCE is enough hehe.they must concrete the pathways going to the hotels for the convenient of their guests.
I found the hotel I was curious which hotel u guys staying at. And, I just wish you guys pick the one close to tje beach (beachfront). Lol😂. I guess now I know which hotel to ovoid hahaha
I was just in boracay loved it and stayed at the fairways resort
Nice, thanks for the recommendatiob
@@AbbyandGaz ya it's a great place and what we were told one of the top three there
Funny how abby disappointed about the floods going to their hotel. Its a normal things here in the Philippines to have a flooded road. Sometimes it appear depends on the situation on that area.🙂
Wouldn’t usually be disappointed but think a mixture of lack of sleep and the fact that Boracay has had a lot of money pumped into it for it to be ready for tourist you would think the drain systems would be sorted. Any other area of the Philippines and I wouldn’t have cared in the slightest ☺️
Yang ganyang pag iisip yung dahilan bat pa-urong ang pilipinas. Ginagawa niyong “normal” yung mga hindi naman dapat hahahaha kabobohan
4.30 in the morning ! 😜 It all sounds complicated to get there ! I'm going ot Boracay next Feb. I bought a transfer as part of my plane ticket - well ,thats the idea anyway !
Ahhh probably for the best. Save yourself the headache 😂 unfortunately Gaz is stingy haha. It’s beautiful non the less!
That's why i like visiting Coron Palawan instead. Direct flight to the island. 40 minute drive by van to the hotel from airport. Hassle free.
250 per PAX peso environment fee
350 per PAX van fee unless hotel covers it.
For cheap stay but nice room. stay at Vienna Hotel. Their Deluxe room is about $60 per night. however it is up a hill so if you have mobility issues, i would look for another hotel.
hi ms abby if u come back to boracay i suggest on summer 3rd week of march to may
Ok thanks for the suggestion ☺️
Very nice vacation
I think that street that you called disgusting is not connected to boracay resort management, yeah so it is what it is.
Wow I come from I just go in there and picture my life for some view the Philippines are good because they have Boracay and stuff use it and you can actually just ride in the boat
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They got a lot o money from Tourist they should do something anout the water in the ally road near to the hotel.
Horrendous journey but well worth it when you got there. Another beautiful island 🏝️ but not sure about the lake outside hotel . Was laughing at you winding Gaz up about trip advisor and lake 🤣🤣
Haha the funny party is that I actually did read that review but he was on a mad one that day 😂 even watching it back he was like ‘oh my god I was so grumpy’
Booking with Klook can save you all the stress, hassles, dishonest Filipino folks… less than $20 from deplane to onboarding, full service 😅
SORRY FOR WHAT YOU EXPERINCE WERE TRYING TO FIX EVERYTHING INCH BY INCH ANYWAY WE ARE DEVELOPING COUNTRY ALL THE CONVINIENT WILL SOON BE EXPERINCE THAT IS WHY WE REALLY NEED MORE INVESTOR IN OUR COUNTRY TO BE ABLE TO DO THAT AS FASTEST WE CAN
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its all about how much you can spend........
You must visit East java and borobudur temple
Thanks ☺️
sadly 70% of filipinos never been to boracay lol.. just my estimate
i have noticed you guys have not tried CALAMANSI juice. :).
Omg I drink so much of it, I just havnt filmed it yet ☺️☺️
😯😍😍😍😍😍 i Love you to Philippines 🥰🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘😘😘🇵🇭
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ITS MORE FUNDS IN THE PHILIPPINES, SO THAT THE THIEVES ARE WELL FED, THEIR GREED ARE ENORMOUS😊
it def. floods in that isle 🏝 when it rains hard 🌧 .....
Yeah that’s crazy 😂😂
How could it?
I thought they rehabilitated the island and it’s infrastructure that include storm drains.
What happened?
This is so cringe worthy.
10£ savings for a lot of frustration? Seems not to be a good bargain
How old are you abby and gaz?
I am 28 and gaz is 31 ☺️
goes to arguably the most popular beach in the world
"I don't know how it's so busy" 🤦
Go to Romblon or Caramoan or other lesser known islands if you don't want people
It was just an observation. Wasn’t suppose to be negative as it was busy ☺️
Romblon doesn't have any resorts or Anything at all. lol Caramoan doesn't seem to have much to do on that island.
7:21 WELL DONE YOU FOR GETTING INTO BORACAY CHEAPER.
Thanks ☺️
Yeah the LGU does'nt care about those problem , all they want is to collect money!...
Stay safe always abby and gaz, i love your awesome vlog god bless you both 🙏🌹🇵🇭🇵🇭
Thanks so much ☺️
Small part of Boracay.
"A swallow does not make a summer."
Yes we do agree!
I'll avoid Boracay ! 😂 Grey water ? Yuck ! They've ruin this beautiful and idyllic place unfortunately.
I remember when Duterte said it was a cesspool! Over loaded with tourists and badly managed.
Financial gouging.
Still its easy to see what it once was. The sunsets are still pretty despite it being a tourist mecca.
I think I would've gladly paid the 1050 php to avoid all the hassles you guys have had to experience :/ I wonder if the environmental fee would've been on top of that though.
First of all they ask you about your personal info and the hotel you’re staying at because they dont want people just coming to Boracay and just loitering around the island. Which was a big problem during the times when Boracay was a party island and more polluted. Second if you would have paid the extra cost you could have breezed through the port with an assistant helping you thru the various gates, onto the boat and then have a shuttle to your hotel. I paid the fee and was thru the port and on a boat in two mins. Then had a shuttle waiting for me to take me to my hotel. People arent always trying to scam you in the Philippines.
Baggage claim in Boracay? Unconventional, but you made it! 😄
Haha yesss
Im sorry you came on the wrong month ( rainy season)
Enjoy sir
Thank you sir