Should You Move To Bohol, Philippines?

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The island of Bohol in the Philippines is the 10 largest island in the nation. It offers expats, tourists, and Filipinos great beaches, resorts, waterfalls, caves, hospitals, and much more. Tagbilaran City is the capital of Bohol.

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  • @daddybob6096
    @daddybob60965 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rod, yes there are a few expats with small lifestyle farming blocks there on Bohol, whom i follow on You Tube. Joseph Seeley, Brian Smith, Terence and Beth, Dan (Blind Owl Outdoors) Anthony and Lyn, and one or two others. Thankyou for this very informative doco of Bohol, Rod my friend.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I met Dan about 3 years ago I think when I went to Bohol to meet him and I spent about 4 days there so this trip helped me get a better feel for Bohol Bob.

  • @casedismissedguaranteed7436

    @casedismissedguaranteed7436

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing their channels with Us.

  • @seathephilippines
    @seathephilippines5 жыл бұрын

    I have been traveling to Bohol now for 27 years. It's amazing how much I haven't seen. Thanks for sharing this video. It will give us so many things to do.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I should have researched Bohol more before we traveled David as there is a lot to see and do there and we could have easily spent another week exploring.

  • @seathephilippines

    @seathephilippines

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 It's really surprising. There was still NPA activity when I was living there back in the early 90s. I was living in a nipa but in the hills near Talibon and speaking the lingo. The people were afraid that I might be targeted so they really discouraged some of my adventures. I did experience living and traveling with the "real' people which took me to some odd locations.

  • @patriciaticar2258
    @patriciaticar22583 жыл бұрын

    According to a local, Bohol gov't doesn't allow high rise buildings to prevent collapse in case of earthquake. The highest that can be permitted is up to 4th floor. That expains why there are no tall buildings in the island.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and that makes sense Patricia.

  • @truthbetold6496

    @truthbetold6496

    Жыл бұрын

    they should clean them sadly this place looks dirty

  • @uhoh5477
    @uhoh54775 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video. So comprehensive, you covered everything from soup to nuts. Love the map work, too. You are, by far, the most informative PI vlogger IMO.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I agree. LOL. I majored in geography and history, am a map person, and like to give out as much info as I can without boring everyone.

  • @brianincaledon
    @brianincaledon5 жыл бұрын

    Your videos always provide lots of good info. Plan to spend my Canadian winters in Bohol once I retire. Summer in Canada because I love to go fresh water fishing in the lakes and rivers we have in abundance here . Also the Canadian government regulations for our health care system requires I spend a certain amount of time in Canada every 12 months in order to receive benefits. I do have some health issues that I must continue to monitor. Your videos on hospitals and health care plans in the Philippines are good info. Once I retire plan to try fishing in Bohol. Lucky for me my wife likes to do the same things. She owns a lot just outside of Talibon, our plan is to build a small home there. You're right about having a person you can trust, when I first met my wife she saved me a lot of money those first years in the Philippines. I can calculate the exchange rate in my head but I always get her opinion on costs. Going to Cebu to buy the things you might not find on Bohol. My personal thing is finding good Rye bread, even in Cebu City I've been to bakery after bakery. Thanks again for another good video Rod.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Brian. I understand about the pension and health care system in Canada. Australia has some penalties also if you are out of country too long. I do miss a little fresh water fishing and hunting as well but not the cold I grew up in Minnesota.

  • @I.can.do.8
    @I.can.do.85 жыл бұрын

    I can't wait to go back home. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I am enjoying the Philippines also Basilisa.

  • @richardleerodgers5303
    @richardleerodgers53035 жыл бұрын

    Great video as always. You always present things in a logical, analytical method so many drama queens on KZread it's refreshing to watch your videos

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Richard. I do try to offer some of the information that I would want to know as an expat or tourist. I don't need the drama either.

  • @necitastaculad7169
    @necitastaculad71693 жыл бұрын

    Bohol is a beautiful place to retire. I am a Boholano and I'll be back to my birthplace to retire. God bless Bohol Philippines.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Necitas. I enjoy Bohol also and will visit again when restrictions are lifted for good.

  • @craigroozen
    @craigroozen5 жыл бұрын

    very informative, youve done well ,love to see an on the the way travel vlog,again great info

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Craig. The journey is half of the fun and quite a learning experience.

  • @shortafewbolts
    @shortafewbolts5 жыл бұрын

    Loving this series.....Thanks Rod!

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I learned a lot on this 7 day journey Sea otter and enjoy passing on some of the info.

  • @tesstessrr1984
    @tesstessrr19845 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for promoting my place Bohol . And giving your energy & time . Take care fr Scotland

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks tess from Scotland. Safe travels.

  • @rollingtinfist
    @rollingtinfist Жыл бұрын

    The perfect video. Checking Bohol out as an alternative to Cebu as a base. Thank you. I will be checking out other videos from the playlist as well.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    Жыл бұрын

    Cool! I like Bohol. Tagbilaran is the best base in my opinion.

  • @cgj3888
    @cgj38885 жыл бұрын

    Some great adventures in great places Pleasure to travel with you 🇵🇭👍🇬🇧 SMILES

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks C Gj. The journey was fun and quite a learning experience also. One could easily spend 2 weeks exploring Bohol.

  • @michaelbingley9887
    @michaelbingley98875 жыл бұрын

    Nice one Rod. Am visiting Bohol October so great to see these areas, will certainly factor in some of these locations. After seeing one of your Camotes vids I visited that island back in March & wasn't disappointed.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Michael. Camotes is a nice small island. I have heard the electric rate is very high as they use a diesel generator until they get "hardwired" in to a power plant on another island.

  • @zebbear123
    @zebbear1235 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the very informative video. Lots of useful information and very insightful, as usual, and I will certainly be looking at your Bohol video playlist again. I too am considering moving there with my gf. She tells me it's cheaper to live there than in the city. Would you agree? I'd also be interested to learn what are your reasons for saying that you could live on Bohol.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Frank. Bohol offers the benefits of being close enough to Cebu City with cheap transportation that you can get many items quickly if you cannot find it in Bohol. You have hospitals, malls, an airport, and several ferry ports around the island. You should be able to live pretty cheap if you discipline yourself and keep control of your money. Good luck with your plans Frank.

  • @angryman71
    @angryman713 жыл бұрын

    Bohol is a beautiful place! My wife grew up in Bohol, around Mabini, and we are building a house there that we will eventually be putting on AIRBNB until our retirement. I don't know that I could live here year round, but definitely several weeks to a few months at a time. Filipinos are a wonderful people and will do anything for you. I have yet to learn the language, but will be working on it shortly. You will NOT be disappointed in BOHOL.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I have been to Bohol 3 times and I do like it. Large enough to offer many choices.

  • @papisanlove5537
    @papisanlove55374 жыл бұрын

    I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR VIDEOS, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE BLOGGER , THANK U SIR

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much PAPISAN LOVE.

  • @matthewdurkee5673
    @matthewdurkee56735 жыл бұрын

    Rod love your videos. Thank you for sharing with us. Bahol looks like a beautiful island.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Bohol seems to have lots to offer Matthew and many expats are interested in the area.

  • @jameslonergan5840
    @jameslonergan58405 жыл бұрын

    Nice area, thanks for the video!

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    It was an interesting experience going around Bohol on a motor James and I have a new appreciation for Bohol.

  • @JackTheExplorer
    @JackTheExplorer5 жыл бұрын

    There is quite a number of expat vloggers in Bohol.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have been told that recently but I have only met one a couple of years ago.

  • @gwendolynvillar3196
    @gwendolynvillar31962 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video! That was informative. Thinking of staying in Bohol for a year next year. :)

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    2 жыл бұрын

    I like Bohol also Gwendolyn. Some water and electric issues in some areas is what I hear so do your research.

  • @gwendolynvillar3196

    @gwendolynvillar3196

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1I will for sure. Thanks for that additional info. More power to your channel and God bless!

  • @glenbrickman559
    @glenbrickman5595 жыл бұрын

    I had a blast in Bohol enjoyed the ride thru the hills and the Christmas display in Carmen was unbelievable,in tagbilaran I found great food at the bee hive if you are looking for a quiet beach you can’t beat anda

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your experience Glen. Bohol has a lot to offer.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glen Brickman Did you mean Bee Farm/The Buzz? I don't remember any bee hive resto here😆

  • @mrbillonoable
    @mrbillonoable5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for showing the maps in your videos when you travel.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Bill. I like maps and they help me get some understanding about an area so good to hear they help.

  • @bw5343
    @bw53435 жыл бұрын

    Very intriguing place, Rod.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Bohol has a lot to offer B W and it seems many expats plan to retire there. One can always move if it doesn't fit them.

  • @waynewalker3064
    @waynewalker30645 жыл бұрын

    Thanks again Rod, i appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos, very informative and definatly helps me look at Bohol as a viable option to retire to in a few years.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    The infrastructure is improving in a number of ways Wayne and the new airport on Panglao will be bringing in more flights also.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amazing Philippines As the infrastructure improves so does the cost of living & taxes goes higher too. Can't have them all 😢

  • @oceanic16
    @oceanic165 жыл бұрын

    FYI, Loon is two syllables pronounced Lo-on. You would have found some nice resorts on Cabilao island which is the #2 dive destination in Bohol. My experience has been 400php getting from the tagbilarin pier to Alona beach.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I understand the pronunciation and I am working on it....slowly. LOL. Thanks for the dive info also.

  • @celsocahilog
    @celsocahilog3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you proud boholano!

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I enjoyed Bohol on my 3 trips there.

  • @mrbrew1022
    @mrbrew10225 жыл бұрын

    Yes these videos help 👍🏻 It’s a hard to decide between Camotes and Bohol to plan my retirement As usual a very helpful video sir 👍🏻

  • @johnstahl8308

    @johnstahl8308

    5 жыл бұрын

    Have you researched Dumaguete north and south? Many reasons it's nice. Sibulan has nice beach areas. Not as crowded.

  • @mrbrew1022

    @mrbrew1022

    5 жыл бұрын

    john TeaParty I’ll give it a look for sure 👍🏻 Thanks you sir !

  • @johnstahl8308

    @johnstahl8308

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@mrbrew1022 BTW, dumaguete has many expats.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Camotes is a nice smaller island. There are some limitations with what you can buy there so many expats who live there make 1-2 trips to Cebu City each month. I think the electric rate is quite high still as the island runs off of diesel generators MrBrew.

  • @warrensmith8161
    @warrensmith81615 жыл бұрын

    In Tagbilaran there is a Pizza Hut close to the McDonald's and there is a Shakey's Pizza in the City Square plaza across the street from BQ. There is also a KFC in the Island City Mall.

  • @theSTAR70

    @theSTAR70

    5 жыл бұрын

    how's the WiFi in Tag City ???

  • @warrensmith8161

    @warrensmith8161

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@theSTAR70 Sorry, I don't know. I don't use WiFi when I go to town.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Tagbilaran has quite a few choices Warren...as long as they are not "out of stock". LOL. Shakey's didn't have meat for the pizzas when I was there.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    theSTAR70 I carried a Globe pocket wifi with me and it worked well and pretty fast. I found the wifi in hotels usable but not fast. I don't think many places offer free wifi other than hotels and come coffee shops perhaps but not sure.

  • @glasseverywhere
    @glasseverywhere5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much brother bringing back memories gonna be back to Bohol drove that same street you passed by good bakery and the mall I was inside shit load of people in the mall there's a supermarket a lot of people in a small area

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Thomas. The Philippines with 105 million people is densely populated in many areas, especially during weekends and holidays

  • @mabuhayangtanduay690

    @mabuhayangtanduay690

    5 жыл бұрын

    The mall is what keeps us cool! 😆

  • @AAXX
    @AAXX4 жыл бұрын

    Going to Bohol today from Cebu. Taking fast ferry. With philipina that is from Bohol. Will meet her family. Omg.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Enjoy your trip Dale.

  • @tesstessrr1984
    @tesstessrr19845 жыл бұрын

    If you’re interested to move Bohol I have small farm for sale . Near Mabini Bohol

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    How many sq meters and how much per square meter tess?

  • @dennisb7930
    @dennisb79305 жыл бұрын

    Great video Rod you certainly have covered Bohol must have been fun but I know also alot of work I appreciate it I know you also enjoy it.Thanks Rod

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I learned a lot about Bohol and enjoyed the trip Dennis. It seems many expats are attracted to the area as well.

  • @GALE
    @GALE3 жыл бұрын

    Boholana here 😍

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Gale. I think there are still prc requirements to visit Bohol or I would be over there visiting.

  • @fredriksafstrom1615
    @fredriksafstrom16155 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all your good movies. I really like them. My wife is from Ormoc City and my last visit was in september 2018. Regards// Fredrik from Sweden

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Fredrik from Sweden. Do you still have snow on the ground? LOL. I love hearing about snow and cold.

  • @fredriksafstrom1615

    @fredriksafstrom1615

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 Haha no its gone Im happy for that. We can change country when its back 😉.

  • @eugeniomatildoteamcindymat5520
    @eugeniomatildoteamcindymat55203 жыл бұрын

    Wow

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Eugenio.

  • @47boogieman67
    @47boogieman675 жыл бұрын

    Everything I've seen about it seems like a decent place to live

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    It seems lots of expats are drawn to that area. You have a city, towns, and country all near by with Cebu City less than 2 hours away.

  • @mrjlbarrett5556
    @mrjlbarrett55565 жыл бұрын

    You sound like a Radio Personality

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mfjl barret.....I think. LOL.

  • @mabuhayangtanduay690

    @mabuhayangtanduay690

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amazing Philippines You do have a very unique voice & accent, very well suited for this type of vlog. Keep on vlogging, trekking, tracking & trucking. Don't forget dining, eating, drinking Never mind womanizing 😆 Cheers, here's a Tanduay for the Road of Rod! 😆

  • @mariyahosokawa390
    @mariyahosokawa3905 жыл бұрын

    Godbless nice 👍

  • @ms.saldivar3259
    @ms.saldivar32593 жыл бұрын

    My home town lots of beautiful tourist spot in Bohol

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    So nice Janiza.

  • @wayneswallow1378
    @wayneswallow13785 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rod I've been to Bohol a few times & found it a nice place to visit but it doesn't have all the infastructure of Cebu or Davao,lovley place though.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I agree Wayne. I like Tagbilaran but I enjoy the benefits of Cebu City also.

  • @alibacchus607
    @alibacchus6074 жыл бұрын

    after watching your Bohol video, i think i like to visit there.i am coming leaving Toronto to likely retire in Cebu. in October

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Ali. Bohol has a lot to offer and many options to choose from also.

  • @nightcrawler598
    @nightcrawler5985 жыл бұрын

    Have you been to Samar island? A lot bigger island, more wild and cheaper. But probably less conducive to live as it's more rural and near the typhoon belt.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have not been to Samar yet Johanssen but would like to visit some time. It is going to take more of the typhoon fury unfortunately also.

  • @randyjepsen4813
    @randyjepsen48135 жыл бұрын

    High volume on sounds is not a big deal, just ask the driver to lower it down. Western food is not a problem either, the groceries mall has an aisle for westernian food.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I was trying to sleep in my hotel room Randy when I was awoken by that awful loud noise....more than once. The western food isle even in the big mall stores have limited choices so I usually shop at S&R or Landers for those types of things.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amazing Philippines Oh so true. Very limites western aisle section even just comparing to Robinsons Galleria

  • @bigsteve777able
    @bigsteve777able3 жыл бұрын

    for many westerners i am sure you are the voice of the Philippines for them, no frills just do it and say it as it is, I think many would miss your input without doubt. and you still manage to stay diplomatic which you have to do in many countries in Asia.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Trevor. I consider that a very nice compliment. Every day is an adventure and part of the journey. I am learning and just passing on what I see.

  • @nashkita77
    @nashkita775 жыл бұрын

    Currently the taxi from the Ferry to Alona Beach Panglao is 600 pesos.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for that info nashkita. Not too bad.

  • @oceanic16

    @oceanic16

    5 жыл бұрын

    nashkita77 they will initially ask for 600 but will settle for 400

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    nashkita77 You've been riped...P400 should do

  • @nashkita77

    @nashkita77

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@dmcbohol after traveling 2 days and 5 minutes of arguing, I gave in.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    nashkita77 On one hand you are very correct to give in. Paying P200 more is worth it than getting a high blood in a very hot climate region. Cheers!

  • @jalbindia
    @jalbindia5 жыл бұрын

    Another informative vlog Rod. BTW not nitpicking but 'a' in the Philippines are pronounced with ā . As in Pānglao :-)

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks John and I understand about the pronunciation. I am trying to train my tongue but it is not very cooperative.

  • @brad5699

    @brad5699

    5 жыл бұрын

    There’s an a in the Philippines 🤔

  • @barrymitchell4424
    @barrymitchell44243 жыл бұрын

    I am sure it takes getting use to. And definitely depends on what you R looking for.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Very true barry.

  • @ellahosokawa4663
    @ellahosokawa46633 жыл бұрын

    Nice 😍👻👍

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the visit Ella.

  • @offhamsterwheel2789
    @offhamsterwheel27895 жыл бұрын

    Rod, I ve seen u done several vids on Bohol lately, is Bohol is yur future plans?

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I hope to travel a bit more and visit other cities and islands before "settling down" Frank. I kind of like Tagbilaran City area.

  • @shandycharr3250
    @shandycharr32504 жыл бұрын

    I love bohol

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    There is a lot to love about Bohol Shandy.

  • @elnido4184
    @elnido41843 жыл бұрын

    Jolliebee is highly recommended and I'm from the UK

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and take care there in the UK.

  • @williamanderson327
    @williamanderson3273 жыл бұрын

    yep, province means the country and poblacion is the town area

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks William.

  • @boognow6728
    @boognow67285 жыл бұрын

    I like Bohol but would not want to live there when the big quake hit late 2012 or early 2013 parts of Bohol cracked open and raised up as high as 13 ft. I was living in Mandaue at the time and it cracked our concrete wall but the ground did not open up so I'll take my chances in Mandaue the next time one of those big puppies comes rolling through.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    That is an issue in some areas of the Philippines and I have read about the fault and it has even become a tourist attraction.

  • @LifeinLao
    @LifeinLao5 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the info. how about the security in bohol? is it safe for expats? how about the cost compare to cebu? tnx

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I didn't feel "unsafe" in any of my 3 trips there bb. You don't want to insult and confront Filipinos as then you will have many enemies as they are very family/clan oriented. Your cost of living depends on what you need and want. You can live very cheap if you are disciplined with your spending.

  • @LifeinLao

    @LifeinLao

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 Thanks a million my friend.

  • @markduncan9592
    @markduncan95924 жыл бұрын

    This is the life style I’m looking for. Are nipa huts available there?

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mark. I suspect there are nipa huts to rent but I don't know the details. I have seen pics of nipa cottages at resorts. You might check out this resort. Video URL kzread.info/dash/bejne/nZmM1JhvhKvNZcY.html

  • @betetata7697
    @betetata76973 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Bohol

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cool! I like Bohol.

  • @YuriUK
    @YuriUK3 жыл бұрын

    I lived in Bohol for 4 month prior of moving to Cebu and it gets really boring there as you running out of places to go. This is just my opinion. I have a friend there and he said he’ll be moving to Cebu soon.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Interesting. I think I would agree. I would end up traveling much more out of boredom.

  • @WelcomeHome76
    @WelcomeHome765 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed your bohol series but I was hopping to cover some of the negatives of the island. I keep hearing about the drought. idk if that's just in bohol or other areas of the PI. When I visited the island I would never have guessed that there are 1.4 million ppl living there.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    The drought is affecting many areas of the Philippines. Places like Talamaban just on the north side of Cebu City have water only a few hours/day for instance. The reservoir here and near Manila are very low also so hopefully we will get more rain soon.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    WelcomeHome76 One of the negatives of the island of Bohol is the high cost of living (triggered by tourism), sub-par infrastructure, dusty & filthy city (Tagbilaran; once outside the city it is clean but still dusty), corrupt government, questionable water supply (in Tagbilaran), unstable power supply, UV index mostly at extreme level, lots of hospital in the city but few good doctors around to man them. Western grocery items comes & go, beach resort in Panglao very crowded with people. Other than that it is a relatively peaceful city even though Bohol is ranked #5 in the country for drug related crimes

  • @bxchris
    @bxchris4 жыл бұрын

    Bohol is great. I play al ot of tennis when I'm there

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Interesting Christopher. Tennis courts are rare here so enjoy.

  • @bxchris

    @bxchris

    4 жыл бұрын

    And there's always nice people to play with

  • @bxchris

    @bxchris

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 Actually there's quite a few tennis courts in the Philippines. In Bohol alone I know of five. Tennis is quite popular there.

  • @randyjepsen4813
    @randyjepsen48135 жыл бұрын

    Very cheap to live in Bohol than in Cebu. Western food is a little bit higher than the local's food.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Randy. One should be able to live pretty cheap if you discipline yourself.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Randy Jepsen That's odd, the cost of living in Bohol is higher than Cebu : Gasoline is P5 more per liter compared to Cebu Jeepney fare is P1 more, Some grocery items are higher than Cebu, Lots of grocery items not available here that are quite common in Cebu LPG tank almost P200 more per tank than Cebu Hardware materials definitely higher than Cebu even if you factor the cost of transporting the goods yourself via slow cargo boat

  • @randyjepsen4813
    @randyjepsen48135 жыл бұрын

    It takes only 45 minutes to go to Cebu using the fast ferris.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Your fast ferry is faster than mine Randy. LOL.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Randy Jepsen Where did you got that info lol! It's 2 hours my friend, never 45 minutes from Cebu to Tagbilaran.

  • @geofffletcher2539
    @geofffletcher25395 жыл бұрын

    hello rod..can you suggest a good car rental company in cebu city.arriving in cebu in july.looking for small car like Hyundai. thankyou.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Good question Geoff. I think I have seen several of the big brands down at the airport. Hertz, Avis, Dollar, etc but I don't have any information about their program here. You might check their online sites for info and requirements. Safe travels.

  • @manuelcamomot5152
    @manuelcamomot51525 жыл бұрын

    Rod you better off to stay in Bohol .it's not crowded to live

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Cebu City is a bit crowded and polluted but I also want to visit other areas and cities Manuel.

  • @TomandAmyinthePI
    @TomandAmyinthePI5 жыл бұрын

    Was the trike PA noise during an election?

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    No. All three trips to Tagbilaran City I have heard it and it is spreading here to Cebu City also Tom. There are a very few annoying trike drivers who outfit their trikes with a speaker and they turn it up loud as they travel. Maybe they think it draws customers. The average Filipino will not complain so they don't know that many do not appreciate it.

  • @WaynesAdventure
    @WaynesAdventure5 жыл бұрын

    Rod just curious to ask you this, what is the biggest reason why expats want to live in Bohol in your opinion or from what they tell you? Thanks, I enjoy your videos Rod

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I think many want to be close to a big city like Cebu City but still live in a smaller town or in the country Wayne. You can get most of what you might want from the stores and malls and enough conveniences to satisfy many. I have heard there are several vloggers on Bohol as well so that gives people a comfort level about the area.

  • @winter7946

    @winter7946

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 A few years ago, (April 2017) there was a firefight between Abu Sayyaf members and police and military in Inabanga, Bohol. Three soldiers and one policeman and 5 terrorists were killed. Six terrorists escaped. They were said to travel to Bohol for kidnappings. Those foreigners who are blogging are possible future targets. It is just a matter of time until they get a rude wake up, but by then it will be too late for them. The bloggers I have seen in Bohol tell exactly where they live. Stupid is as stupid does.

  • @danp1043

    @danp1043

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@winter7946 The "targets" were Finance Ministers from around Asia that were attending an ASEAN meeting at a resort in Bohol. The people of Bohol quickly noticed something was amiss and informed the AFP and PNP who took care of the entire situation in a matter of days. Your tsismis about foreign bloggers being targeted are just that... tsismis. If you search Bohol in any news aggregators, you'll find fascinating stories of town board meeting, and a very occasional story of a minor drug arrest of someone selling drugs to tourist on Panglao. The news from Bohol is quite boring.

  • @winter7946

    @winter7946

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@danp1043 No victim is expecting to become a victim until it happens.

  • @danp1043

    @danp1043

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@winter7946 Victims should stay in the US where they are appreciated. Let other people live life.

  • @joeblow3939
    @joeblow39395 жыл бұрын

    Rod, could you cover money for those in the U.S. that are coming to the Philippines. Where is the best place to get money exchanged. I know that once you touch down in the Philippines, one will need money for a cab. Also what would be a good amount just to get going until more exchange is needed a few days later. Not going nuts or bar hopping. Love your use of the maps. Having been a truck driver for 29 years , I sure do appreciate the reference.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Joe. I will do another video covering some of those topics soon. Safe travels.

  • @jase1911

    @jase1911

    5 жыл бұрын

    @joeblow I'm a truck driver also but when I landed in cebu from LAX I just pulled 5k peso's from the airport terminal atm then the rest I got from the mall with a better exchange rate

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Dieselman40 Always have several P20, P50 & P100 bill handy as P500 & P1,000 bills will give you problems when paying for small items/amounts on small stores around the Philippines. And some P1 coins for public (jeep or tricycle) transport & beggars 😆

  • @wendyarao8711
    @wendyarao87115 жыл бұрын

    I hope i can see my house in Panglao if you pass by located in Bilisan.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have a little bit of video of our trip out on Panglao Wendy and may put it up in a week or so. I have a backlog of other videos to edit also. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @spragong
    @spragong4 жыл бұрын

    I really wana live in panglao island!! One day when i win a lotto! 😊

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    4 жыл бұрын

    LOL. Thanks Kyle and Dylan. Once you are away from the resorts, prices get cheaper.

  • @spragong

    @spragong

    4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing Philippines i was there last year, panglao lot is the most expensive in the whole town in bohol. Even twice expensive than tagbilaran city

  • @AmericanExpatInThePhilippines
    @AmericanExpatInThePhilippines5 жыл бұрын

    I might like it there, but I'm settled in where I am.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    It is a short trip for you to a few places John. Are you still looking for a place in CDO?

  • @AmericanExpatInThePhilippines

    @AmericanExpatInThePhilippines

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 I am, but it has to be just right.

  • @pietroscorpions9866
    @pietroscorpions98663 жыл бұрын

    Someone told me that is hard to live there. No much job opportunities

  • @barrygee561
    @barrygee5613 жыл бұрын

    Bohol seems very expensive Rod

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    I guess it depends on what area you live in Barry. The tourist areas on Panglao Island are more expensive, although one should be able to find good deals when tourism opens back up.

  • @JG-gg9wk
    @JG-gg9wk5 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful share, very nice indeed. It's a beautiful island. Anda I think caught my eye the most. Want to ask a question, nothing negative meant. Mindanao according to the US state department because of Muslim extremist is considered not safe. Heard from other vloggers that theirs an increase of Muslim extremist moving in Bohol Island. Have you heard that or have an opinion. What I'm asking is how safe did you feed?

  • @ronpirie
    @ronpirie3 жыл бұрын

    I can never figure out the mentality of Westerners who come to live in these places..... then complain because "it's not like home" ??? What did they expect? I'd say the attraction was that it is "not like home"...

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good point Ron.

  • @ronpirie

    @ronpirie

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AmazingPhilippines1 I have traveled to over 20 countries so far. I have seen and heard so many things by expats that just amaze me. Americans in Norway cursing because the supermarket won't accept their US dollars, British in Africa complaining because they can't find 'fish and chips' , people getting mad at simple storekeepers because they don't speak much English.... Maybe travel is too easy these days and people just don't appreciate that they are going to a place with a totally different culture/ language etc. I don't know ... I have even been complemented on my skill of the English language - not sure what language they expect a Scotsman to speak (yes, he was American again :-D )

  • @lovelyrien1430
    @lovelyrien14303 жыл бұрын

    maganda ang bohol.. kaso nakakatakot ang lindol .. kung ako maninirahan sa isang lugar iisipin ko kaligtasan ko at ng pamilya ko

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rien. It was an interesting trip.

  • @reggiecordial

    @reggiecordial

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lahat naman pde maglindol. Nasa Pinas na yan

  • @lovelyrien1430

    @lovelyrien1430

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@reggiecordial hehe ito ang di alam ng karamihan na walang fault line ng lindol sa Palawan.. At never nmin nararanasan ang lindol mula pa sa aming ninuno at hanggang sangayon. Search mo kung lahat ng lugar sa Pinas ay may lindol.. at malalaman mo sagot kung bakit walang lindol sa Palawan

  • @pachecocarrido8992
    @pachecocarrido89923 жыл бұрын

    It's not Taliban but tag bi laran

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks.

  • @natemcdaniel2139
    @natemcdaniel21395 жыл бұрын

    You might work on your pronunciation...lol as a start...its not TAGbilaran as in playing tag, a long A, it is a short A as in water. I guess we are in the small farm group, lol with a farm in Guindulman and a house in Anda.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    LOL. I understand Nate. I am trying to teach my gf more "American" English pronunciation and she is trying to teach me Bisaya pronunciation. 80% of my subscribers are "westerners" also. I am afraid my pronunciation will end up somewhere in the middle and no one will understand me.

  • @natemcdaniel2139

    @natemcdaniel2139

    5 жыл бұрын

    ​@@AmazingPhilippines1 I like your matter of fact approach- it's plain spoken and an easy listen.. As much as you might welcome Filipino viewers, KZread knows who is coming to a channel and they will pay accordingly- they want as many wallets showing up as possible.., right? I'm thinking you are not a Spanish speaker- if so, it helps in learning the languages here.

  • @keithhogg6195
    @keithhogg61955 жыл бұрын

    Too many places to try and visit. In a 3 week period lol.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    It really depends on what you want to see and do Keith so it is good to plan a bit and take some time to enjoy instead of racing to see too much.

  • @keithhogg6195

    @keithhogg6195

    5 жыл бұрын

    I like that idea Rod. She wants us to stay in Manila for 2 days so she can show me around. The to her family’s home in Asingan Pangasinan Province. After that not sure where yet.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Keith Hogg You won't see much view like this in Luzon (the north island of Philippines). Travel down to Visayas (Cebu, Bohol, Negros, Panay) to see this kind of places

  • @keithhogg6195

    @keithhogg6195

    5 жыл бұрын

    dmcbohol I just need to figure it out. When I get there. My filipina girlfriend and I will talk about where to go.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    Keith Hogg You can have Cebu City as your base of operation because from there it's only a short plane or boat ride to Bohol, Boracay, Palawan (El Nido & Coron), Dumaguete, Siquijor, Camiguin. More than enough place to bankrupt you, lol 😆 Enjoy your trip!

  • @tesstessrr1984
    @tesstessrr19845 жыл бұрын

    10 hectares priced negosable

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks tess. Maybe you will find some interest here.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    No details = no interested party = no sale 😆

  • @tesstessrr1984

    @tesstessrr1984

    5 жыл бұрын

    dmcbohol kong my email ka or phone no tawagan kita kong interested ka

  • @garyfrey7
    @garyfrey75 жыл бұрын

    Hello Gary from mn again wondering the McDonald’s there is the meat from USA and how many shots do I need before I come

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    I think it tastes about the same but I am not sure where it comes from Gary. The first time I ate at Burger King I tasted a bit of a difference but have eaten at several since and they are just fine with me.

  • @dmcbohol

    @dmcbohol

    5 жыл бұрын

    I believe the meat of McDo Philippines comes from Australia. One thing I noticed after eating McDo in USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines - they taste exactly the same : *lousy* ! 😆

  • @gavino2250
    @gavino22505 жыл бұрын

    Who would want to move there.... too many old drama filled expats!!!!

  • @AmazingPhilippines1

    @AmazingPhilippines1

    5 жыл бұрын

    LOL. You will probably find that in many parts of the world with expats Gavino.

  • @gavino2250

    @gavino2250

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amazing Philippines Bohol seems to have it’s share lol.... i do my best to avoid expats when i visit every year....i usually stay in Luzon, Quezon Province and Bicol