To those Filipinos critical of his reviews of the prices vis-a-vis quality of accomodation and foods in Siargao, his statements are valid and noteworthy in comparison with Bali or Vietnam. While Philippine prices are still dirt cheap compared to Europe, Philippine prices on accomodation are relatively still expensive. Foods in Siargao are comparable with Thailand, but more expensive than Indonesia and Vietnam. With the power challenges in Siargao, distribution has been an issue especially if your accomodation is not close to the city center. This has been further aggravated by Super Typhoon Odette which brought the entire island devastated and crawling on its knees. Water is also an issue as groundwater is fast dying up with saltwater intruding the water table. But visitors like you make the local community survives and Filipinos should just appreciate how tourism helps with the local economy.
Eto ang mga problema ng pinas kaya konti lang ang mga foreign tourists at hindi sila nagtatagal sa ating bansa: 1. Corruption everywhere. RED TAPE in govt. 2. Very very very very few modern infrastructures. 3. Wala tayong modernong transportation at airport 4. Mahina or walang internet 5. Nawawalan ng kuryente (brownout) 5. Mahina or nawawalan or walang tubig 6. Nakawan at kikilan sa NAIA airport 7. EXPENSIVE accomodations 8. Maraming patayan, kriminal, nakawan, mandurukot, snatchers, kidnappers , drug addicts at mga pushers 9. Mga ganid na taxi at tricycle drivers over-charging/scamming foreign tourists 10. Mga basura or litters sa kalye at mga bangketa. Mga pinoy wala talagang disiplina. Kahit saan tayo nagtatapon ng mga basura/ litters natin. 11. Pati sa mga beach, dagat, gubat at bundok may mga basura din..mga plastic bottles, plastik supot, wrappers at kung ano ano pang mga litter/garbage. 12. Mga illegal vendors sa kalsada/bangketa, may vendor din sa gitna ng badian canyon, panglao sandbar at mga bangkang vendor sa dagat ng el nido at coron. Kaya madumi at maraming mga basura sa ating mga kapaligiran at kalikasan. MAGTINDA KAYO SA TAMANG LUGAR. 13. Illegal squatters, street dwellers and beggars everywhere, particularly children asking money from foreigners. Tapos sasabihin natin "Its more fun in the Phlippines" ??? Nakakahiya ! Tourism will boost our local economy kasi foreigners spend money in our country which helps our local business to earn more. The local and national government MUST do something to solve/fix these problems.
I was there 4 years ago, and definitely its a demand issue. The island isn't really prepared for droves of tourist coming in. It is a pretty small island and most of it is still left untouched.
Welcome to our humble country, Sir! I'm so sorry for all the disappointments that you have encountered while in Siargao....but i hope that you will also keep the good memories with you....Take care, and I wish you all the best in your journey! ❤❤❤
The best places to visit in Siargao are the kawhagan island and Sugba lagoon, Bucas Grande, and Magpupungko . If you visit those places I think Siargao is worth.
@@baldeagledelta3482Eto ang mga problema ng pinas kaya konti lang ang mga foreign tourists at hindi sila nagtatagal sa ating bansa: 1. Corruption everywhere. RED TAPE in govt. 2. Very very very very few modern infrastructures. 3. Wala tayong modernong transportation at airport 4. Mahina or walang internet 5. Nawawalan ng kuryente (brownout) 5. Mahina or nawawalan or walang tubig 6. Nakawan at kikilan sa NAIA airport 7. EXPENSIVE accomodations 8. Maraming patayan, kriminal, nakawan, mandurukot, snatchers, kidnappers , drug addicts at mga pushers 9. Mga ganid na taxi at tricycle drivers over-charging/scamming foreign tourists 10. Mga basura or litters sa kalye at mga bangketa. Mga pinoy wala talagang disiplina. Kahit saan tayo nagtatapon ng mga basura/ litters natin. 11. Pati sa mga beach, dagat, gubat at bundok may mga basura din..mga plastic bottles, plastik supot, wrappers at kung ano ano pang mga litter/garbage. 12. Mga illegal vendors sa kalsada/bangketa, may vendor din sa gitna ng badian canyon, panglao sandbar at mga bangkang vendor sa dagat ng el nido at coron. Kaya madumi at maraming mga basura sa ating mga kapaligiran at kalikasan. MAGTINDA KAYO SA TAMANG LUGAR. 13. Illegal squatters, street dwellers and beggars everywhere, particularly children asking money from foreigners. Tapos sasabihin natin "Its more fun in the Phlippines" ??? Nakakahiya ! Tourism will boost our local economy kasi foreigners spend money in our country which helps our local business to earn more. The local and national government MUST do something to solve/fix these problems.
On the flip side, it's maybe a good thing also that not everybody likes Siargao. I don't want it to become overly gentrified and over run by tourists and become the next Bali or something
The blame is on Filipinos, some of them so obsessed to made Siargao as a direct competitor of Bali. Some even dedicated their account just to do smearing campaign toward Bali telling there's no white beach blabla in Bali, etc, in hope to get the advantages of anti-Bali sentiment, which is not a noble thing to do. They're also ill-informed about how Bali's surfing condition and potential really is, they don't know how spots Like Padang-padang, Impossibles, Balangan, Outside corner, and The Bombie are on different caliber compared to Cloud9 etc. Sorry to say this, but siargao doesn't have what it takes to become major surf destination in southeast Asia,If Mentawais choose to not take a direct competition with Bali, I don't think you guys have the things needed to do so. Imagine if your cloud 9 is hardly would made the cut into top 10 surfspots of Mentawais, and all of that come with countless uncrowded white sand beaches, that's how good Mentawais are as a surf destination, some notable spots : Lance's right (HT), Bankvaults, No Kandui, Rifles, Greenbush, Rags right, Rags left, etc. So I'll repeat myself, If Mentawai islands choose to not take a direct competition with Bali, why you would? Just my 2 cent, just see footages of all the surfspots I mentioned above, you'll get the picture.
Eto ang mga problema ng pinas kaya konti lang ang mga foreign tourists at hindi sila nagtatagal sa ating bansa: 1. Corruption everywhere. RED TAPE in govt. 2. Very very very very few modern infrastructures. 3. Wala tayong modernong transportation at airport 4. Mahina or walang internet 5. Nawawalan ng kuryente (brownout) 5. Mahina or nawawalan or walang tubig 6. Nakawan at kikilan sa NAIA airport 7. EXPENSIVE accomodations 8. Maraming patayan, kriminal, nakawan, mandurukot, snatchers, kidnappers , drug addicts at mga pushers 9. Mga ganid na taxi at tricycle drivers over-charging/scamming foreign tourists 10. Mga basura or litters sa kalye at mga bangketa. Mga pinoy wala talagang disiplina. Kahit saan tayo nagtatapon ng mga basura/ litters natin. 11. Pati sa mga beach, dagat, gubat at bundok may mga basura din..mga plastic bottles, plastik supot, wrappers at kung ano ano pang mga litter/garbage. 12. Mga illegal vendors sa kalsada/bangketa, may vendor din sa gitna ng badian canyon, panglao sandbar at mga bangkang vendor sa dagat ng el nido at coron. Kaya madumi at maraming mga basura sa ating mga kapaligiran at kalikasan. MAGTINDA KAYO SA TAMANG LUGAR. 13. Illegal squatters, street dwellers and beggars everywhere, particularly children asking money from foreigners. Tapos sasabihin natin "Its more fun in the Phlippines" ??? Nakakahiya ! Tourism will boost our local economy kasi foreigners spend money in our country which helps our local business to earn more. The local and national government MUST do something to solve/fix these problems.
Dude Siagao is a direct competitor to Seychelles, but it is still much cheaper than Seychelles. From your video the lower grade accommodation here starts around 50 euros night rare ro find. A normal guest house here stars at 80 euros
Many Europeans are not familiar with the Philippines. When discussing Asia in Europe, Thailand is likely the first country that comes to mind. We hope to have many European vloggers like you help introduce our beloved country to the world, especially throughout Europe.
I did not know much about Philippines before getting here, I have learned so much of your culture, and like how kind all people are ☺️ Looking forward to show you more in my next video 💯🙏
Because the Philippines is not a popular destination for the Europeans. They rather see China, Japan, India etc. comes to their mind when it comes about Asia but when they visit, they will go for culturally different and popular destination countries like China, Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore etc.
GUYS ALWAYS REMEMBER WHAT ISLAND MEANS MEANING YOU WILL DISCONNECT TO ANY DEVICE TO ANY OF HURTING OUR EYES YOU WILL SIAGAO AND OTHER ISLAND PHILIPPINES IS NOT FOR WEAK PEOPLE OR DRAMATIC PEOPLE THIS PLACE IS FOR NATURE LOVER AND ADVENTURE PEOPLE OK
For small islands, imho limited tourism is the right way to go because of the lack of resources. Not every island could be like Bali & Phuket (talking about millions foreign tourists). Just like what they've done in The Mentawais for example, It's not cheap but give more value and experience to the visitors, better uncrowded beaches, much better waves and with just enough crowd on the line up. Other than the surf tax, i think $150-$200 a day will get you a spot in some surf resorts there all inclusive (and they're pretty nice resorts for sure). But to be fair, not every island/islands have waves as good as The Mentawais tho, so yeah no easy.
Hi thank you for your comment! 😀 I see what you mean, but to be honest. I don’t know anything about what kind of development you be for the better, I just shared my first impression about this island because I think there is a a lot of misleading information out there so want to share the real picture of how the world looks like 🌴☀️ I dont know to much about Mentawais, where is it located? ☺️
@@Chris_travellustit's located Off the western coast of Sumatera, Indonesia. That's the good thing how Mentawaians market their islands, low key, no using Bali's name despite it's their own sibling island, and they put the surfing tax to limit the number of visitor. Just search them, it's way more famous among the pro surfers compare this Siargao, it's home to surfspots such as : Lance's right (HT), Bankvaults, Rifles, No Kandui, Greenbush, Telescopes, Playgrounds, Rag's Right, Rag's left. Trust me, go check footages of them, there are many. Personally I would be ashamed if I were claiming such bold statement as the next or better Bali, while their cloud 9 hardly would make the cut into top 10 waves if it's happened to be in Mentawais, Bali's sibling islands, and it's also not crowded, (if the less crowded is the selling point).✌️
I would say it depends on the travel 😌 as someone that is working online, and at the same time are traveling on a budget, this island has its limitations. If you go here for a 2 weeks vacation, to recharge and surf this island is a paradise 😄
@@Chris_travellust Then it is not really for you because you are a digital nomad or working while travelling. Siargao is more laidback catering to those who wanted to relax and enjoy life leaving their work behind. There are good spots of internet in the area for those who can afford a better accomodation.
@@preciousbarroga9342, reality check, iwan na iwan na ang pinas in terms of number of foreign tourists, modern infrastructure, modern transportation and communication, modern airport..i have been to malaysia, thailand, singapore and jakarta, bali...sobrang dami ng foreign tourists nila and they stay longer... Eto ang mga problema ng pinas kaya konti lang ang mga foreign tourists at hindi sila nagtatagal sa ating bansa: 1. Corruption everywhere. RED TAPE in govt. 2. Very very very very few modern infrastructures. 3. Wala tayong modernong transportation at airport 4. Mahina or walang internet 5. Nawawalan ng kuryente (brownout) 5. Mahina or nawawalan or walang tubig 6. Nakawan at kikilan sa NAIA airport 7. EXPENSIVE accomodations 8. Maraming patayan, kriminal, nakawan, mandurukot, snatchers, kidnappers , drug addicts at mga pushers 9. Mga ganid na taxi at tricycle drivers over-charging/scamming foreign tourists 10. Mga basura or litters sa kalye at mga bangketa. Mga pinoy wala talagang disiplina. Kahit saan tayo nagtatapon ng mga basura/ litters natin. 11. Pati sa mga beach, dagat, gubat at bundok may mga basura din..mga plastic bottles, plastik supot, wrappers at kung ano ano pang mga litter/garbage. 12. Mga illegal vendors sa kalsada/bangketa, may vendor din sa gitna ng badian canyon, panglao sandbar at mga bangkang vendor sa dagat ng el nido at coron. Kaya madumi at maraming mga basura sa ating mga kapaligiran at kalikasan. MAGTINDA KAYO SA TAMANG LUGAR. 13. Illegal squatters, street dwellers and beggars everywhere, particularly children asking money from foreigners. Tapos sasabihin natin "Its more fun in the Phlippines" ??? Nakakahiya ! Tourism will boost our local economy kasi foreigners spend money in our country which helps our local business to earn more. The local and national government MUST do something to solve/fix these problems.
Eto ang mga problema ng pinas kaya konti lang ang mga foreign tourists at hindi sila nagtatagal sa ating bansa: 1. Corruption everywhere. RED TAPE in govt. 2. Very very very very few modern infrastructures. 3. Wala tayong modernong transportation at airport 4. Mahina or walang internet 5. Nawawalan ng kuryente (brownout) 5. Mahina or nawawalan or walang tubig 6. Nakawan at kikilan sa NAIA airport 7. EXPENSIVE accomodations 8. Maraming patayan, kriminal, nakawan, mandurukot, snatchers, kidnappers , drug addicts at mga pushers 9. Mga ganid na taxi at tricycle drivers over-charging/scamming foreign tourists 10. Mga basura or litters sa kalye at mga bangketa. Mga pinoy wala talagang disiplina. Kahit saan tayo nagtatapon ng mga basura/ litters natin. 11. Pati sa mga beach, dagat, gubat at bundok may mga basura din..mga plastic bottles, plastik supot, wrappers at kung ano ano pang mga litter/garbage. 12. Mga illegal vendors sa kalsada/bangketa, may vendor din sa gitna ng badian canyon, panglao sandbar at mga bangkang vendor sa dagat ng el nido at coron. Kaya madumi at maraming mga basura sa ating mga kapaligiran at kalikasan. MAGTINDA KAYO SA TAMANG LUGAR. 13. Illegal squatters, street dwellers and beggars everywhere, particularly children asking money from foreigners. Tapos sasabihin natin "Its more fun in the Phlippines" ??? Nakakahiya ! Tourism will boost our local economy kasi foreigners spend money in our country which helps our local business to earn more. The local and national government MUST do something to solve/fix these problems.
Thailand and other countries in Asia have been developed for tourism from decades ago compared to the Philippines which just have started to open for tourism due to political issue from the past. I hope the Philippines will develop to tourism years or decades from now.
I agree that the Philippines is generally more expensive than Bali and Thailand, which throws me off as A Filipino to travel in my own country. On top of that, the quality of accommodations is way better outside the Philippines. I hope things change and get better soon Department of Tourism hello hello!
Meat lover country , its true that accoodation is on expensive compared to thailand. Government is working on standardizing the quality of accomodation and infrastructure :)
I'm a Filipino here. I agree with your comments on Siargao. Food and accommodation is weirdly expensive. But the beach looks great though. Personally, it was an overall, meh experience. Oh, the cocktails in bars are really cheap.
Please bare with us, our tourism industry is not yet fully developed compared to our neighboring countries. The DOT has to learn more from its counterpart.
We live happy and contented Wien foreigners were Not yet coming to the Philippines. I advise you Mr of nowhere to Stay in your own country so that you dont have Problem.Dont come to the Phil.ok?
Next time you visit other islands of the Philippines its better for you to do a research first so that you are less dissapointed when you get there. You have to be open minded always. Enjoy your stay in the Philippines. God bless.🙏❤
I thought I had it hard to do research on those topics like pictures and review its not always the reflection of what it actually looks like But thank you I do enjoy my stay here in this beautiful country ✌️😀😃
WHEN YOU SAY CHEAP IN FOREIGN COUNTRY AND THEIR OWN CITIZEN IS STRUGGLING TO MAKE END MEET , MAY BE YOU SHOULD USE PROPER WORD. SORRY YA. WE ASIAN KINDA HURT WHENEVER WESTERN PEOPLE COME TO ASIA AND SAY CHEAP CHEAP AND CHEAP.. ITS NOT CHEAP FOR US
These guys are going to make as anywhere look bad. I live in Hawaii, and they would have issues with Hawaii. That's part of the adventure. This looks like the, they enjoyed the Free beer. Looks young, so probably feels entitled, so easy to use your parents $$$. In most cases the parents paid their trip, so they didn't have to hear their son complaining.
Thailand 🇹🇭 is so much better in terms of infrastructure,exotic places and temples and food! Im a Filipino and knows where the Philippines at in terms of tourism and it has a lot to do in improving just even the cellular coverage,transportation(sea,air and land),cleanliness .Such are basic and yet are way 30 to 50 years behind from other countries.
Philippines top my list at exotic places! Really! Never have i seen such an amazing nature and diverted animal life, combined with the most amazing people i have meet! 🤩 This was just my first impression of Siargao, in my next video i focus way more of the beauty of it. 💯
The problem is there's no government supervision on hotels or accommodation places, so even crappy places overcharge so much. There should be a 1 to 5 star rating system and corresponding prices for each rating to be enforced by the government/Dept. Of Tourism to avoid overpricing. The food prices though, that's another thing since supplies have to be transported to the island just like Boracay so prices are usually high. Siargao needs budget hotel or resort chains to drive the accommodation prices down. Right now everyone is competing to have higher prices, which are putting off most local tourists and foreign backpackers. Maybe another pandemic is needed to put these greedy people on their knees, as well as the Narcos administration, so they'll come to some realization.🤣
