Exploring Basilan Philippines (Best Food and Beaches)

[@angeloooooo]

I'd heard of Basilan before, but I had no idea how beautiful the place and its people are. This is why I love this channel so much! This dispels the stereotypes and prejudices regarding the places in Mindanao. Truly, there are many beautiful places in the Philippines that are less known to the public, and somehow, worth gatekeeping for. Kudos to Erwan and the entire team!

[@Dino-pk5hc]

oh really ? Im sure they went there with LOTS of bodyguards and stayed only for an hour LOL ... nice try hahaha

[@DavidCarloAFermo]

​@@Dino-pk5hcit's been relatively stable since barmm.

[@marlindagomez5766]

​@@DavidCarloAFermoZamboanga City is part of Barmm.

[@fionaebrole6632]

@@marlindagomez5766 we are not under BARMM, I am from Zamboanga city.

[@marlindagomez5766]

@@fionaebrole6632 You will be part soon, since Zamboanga City is now 40% Islamic. You have the fastest growing Muslim population than any other cities outside BARMM. Muslims have high child birth while Christians in Zamboanga have low fertility rate. I been to your city and I feel like I'm in Pakistan, sadly it is supposed to be Asia's Latin City but Tausug language is becoming visible. 😢

[@angelo_arcangel]

Department of Tourism needs to support this Team for promoting the country's cultural diversities in world class quality documentaries. Kudos FEATR.

[@ianendangan7462]

May targets na sarili ang DOT. Si kulas ng Becoming Filipino na tap nila ng Sulu LGU Govt of Tourism. Anong meron kay Kulas na wala kay Erwan. On the ground ang videos ni Kulas at di halatang scripted.

[@hippomonsterboy]

Hindi nila kukunin si Erwan kasi favorite nila ang tuta nilang si Paul Soriano.

[@angelo_arcangel]

@@hippomonsterboy Please stop making this section political. None were mentioned primarily Sir/Madam neither this channel never promotes such topic.

[@marurez5908]

Feature nyo rin Sultan Kudarat. Miski mga taga Mindanao di gaano napropromote ang probinsya na yun. Curious lang. Ewan ko kung bakit. Sabi nila liblib na probinsya daw yun. Konti lang mga daan. Palagi nila sinasabi na maganda sa CDO, Davao at Bukidnon.

[@engr.EMG_V]

The same thought people

[@tonwins11]

I am an Igorot was born and raised in Basilan and lived till high school. Now living in La Trinidad, Benguet. Your docus and Kulas' journeys really made me miss my hometown. And yes, if it were not of the peace and order, Mindanao, in general, is so beautiful. Thank you. PS: Erwan's intro was well written. Magsukol!

[@ronaldcarrillo5524]

Dude I admire your resilience in treading roads less traveled. To unearth the calming beauty of Basilian and the Muslim culture is so profound. Looking forward to more discoveries!

[@nikkodaanoy6798]

Its amazing that Erwan used the term ethno-linguistic group rather than tribe, when referring to the Yakan/Yakal, an indigeneous group. Thank you for that. I hope that my fellow Filipinos, especially those in the media will follow-through in using that term over the term, tribe.

[@janesandoval9325]

It takes a lot of courage to feature this place .Keep on promoting the culture and places of thr South.#proudMindanaohere

[@marlindagomez5766]

Proud Christian Mindanao

[@norevicmaghinay6522]

As someone who lives in mindanao who was generalized as a place that is dangerous,this is an eye opening platform that showcase how mindanao is not about war and terror but more so about peace,unity,culture,places and our own well known and must try food.thank you featr.mindanao would always be home❤

[@SimplyErnaB]

This is one of the reason why I love to watch Erwan's vlog...promoting our tourism! Good Job.

[@junj.20]

This is worth watching. Clear narrative, well-spoken host, and walang patirik-tirik ng mga mata while tasting the food. Congrats!

[@altonjan90]

Haha. Patiriktirik ng mata ahaha

[@iamasdee2324]

The LEGIT CONTENT CREATOR in the Philippines

[@fionaebrole6632]

I agree

[@MIGS0513]

Wow, this video about Basilan is absolutely mind-blowing! As someone who recently had the chance to explore Lamitan and Isabela Cities earlier this year, I was left in awe of the beauty and hidden gems this island province holds. However, I knew there was so much more to discover, and this video just made it possible for me to witness it all from the comfort of my screen. The stunning visuals and captivating storytelling truly transported me back to Basilan, evoking memories of my own adventures. From its rich cultural heritage to its breathtaking landscapes, every frame of this video highlighted the true essence and charm of the province. After watching this video I am really inspired to back to Basilan again.

[@belisarius1]

Peace in Mindanao, so ALL of us Filipinos can move forward. I hope they get to prosper and show their beautiful culture and islands.

[@ronmel1661]

Heard of Basilan from my dad’s military days. One thing always stood out in his stories, the beautiful beaches and fresh seafood. Thanks for bringing in the visuals. Want to travel there one day :)

[@isle143]

I love this channel. Not just marathon eating but also educational. I learned about how other cultures within the Philippines prepare & eat their food. Proud to be Pinoy. ♥️🇵🇭

[@melaicar20]

Thank you for promoting Filipino food and culture through these topnotch videos you post! You and the whole team really deserve that James Beard Award. Congratulations!

[@Karendisima]

By far one of my favorite episode. Thank you for celebrating and showcasing the indigenous cultures in our country.

[@kkaeabsong]

Thank you Erwan and the whole FEATR team for showcasing the beauty and the culture and traditions of our kababayans from this province. Thank you for sharing your time there, as we may not all be able to experience that and thank you for engaging with the locals. Ang ganda ng Pilipinas!

[@shaunsantos8204]

This should be on Netflix, Disney + and other streaming channel. It makes me proud to be a Filipino when I’m watching your videos/documentary highlighting our different cultures, diversity, breathtaking places, and the beautiful, generous people you meet along the way. Thank you Erwan & Featr Team! ❤

[@ratapol07]

And for the nth time, FEATR is FEATRing again!!! Kudos!!! Will never get tired of watching this kind of series and everything y'all put out here. Sobrang ganda nito!!!

[@NickoMelendres-m1g]

How beautiful and really inspiring. This is something that makes me wanna explore different parts of our country especially the off-the-beaten path locations such as Basilan. Kudos to you and the whole production. 💙

[@starryeyed252]

These people, the people of Basilan, truly makes me proud as Filipino. I hope they continue to pass their traditions to the next. And one day, I hope I get to visit this paradise. Much love from Seattle. 🧡✨✨✨

[@clarence_211]

This documentary is very raw... Very well explained at alam mo yun, kahit English gamit ni Erwan I can still understand it Kasi Hindi pilit.... Good job to this team

[@thebigmack27]

Erwan for President of the Philippines! Thank you for exploring and introducing Basilan to all of us!

[@pattrickmerete]

Basilan is a place that makes us wonder if we are still in the Philippines. The food, the people, and the rich and vibrant culture are all so different from what you would find in other parts of the country. It's a fascinating place to explore and learn about, and I wish we had more time to do so. I know someday, the stigma, the fear about Basilan and Mindanao in general would change.

[@ry.aighty]

POV: 9:40 you just had your first free diving/scuba diving 😅, Just got back from a month vacation, but watching this video makes me want to explore another island already! Love how they entice you to visit this place!

[@featrmedia]

Struggle was real hahah thanks for watching until the end!

[@abegailannelantican]

This youtube channel really calms me. 😌

[@silversurfer1781]

Relate!

[@joeborromeo]

I should say it does the same to me 👍

[@jerardaraza3735]

True 😊

[@unoblock3296]

I have been to Basilan several years back. I like its pristine beaches and cheap seafoods. Good that Erwan went there to promote the tourism of the province. I wont forget seeing the egg of the pawikan when I was there. Hope people will come and visit the place.

[@rosaliearienda-jose9966]

It’s very heart warming to see the whole community had come together, the women who devoted their time shared and expertise in the kitchen, this must be a very prideful moment for them to showcase their culinary snd culture.

[@enzotriguero21]

Went to Basilan for work last year and watching this video made me miss the place, the food and the people

[@melodybermejo6316]

Always interesting stories, foods and places. Kudos Erwan and Team 🥰

[@eclipixnova]

I admire the generosity of this team. Salute to Erwan for gracing us these high quality content. For sure they've been offered by Big networks and they could have been earning more already by featuring Erwan's celebrity family and friends. But he isn't even after the views. His passion and vision is really one of a kind.

[@financiallyblondeph]

Went to Basilan last April just for a day trip (we stayed in Zamboanga). We barely scratched the surface. What a great feature Erwan and team! Amazing Basilan indeed 😍

[@muhibmohammad4616]

I am learning so much about my own culture/tribe through your contents, Erwan. (being born and raised in Manila) I really appreciate you going above and beyond on showing us Filipinos that there is more to explore in our own country. You have been my favorite content creator ever since.

[@TheChuiShow]

This amazing Erwan and Featr! Basilan is beautiful!

[@ruelgrubio]

The sounds truly reflects the identity of Basilan,hurrahhh! Awesome team FEATR! May you succeed more on your future endeavors, amazing content!

[@joeborromeo]

Amazing, beautiful...Kudos to you Erwan and your FEATR team for always giving us insightful glimpses of the Philippines' very diverse culture, cuisine and natural beauty.

[@eatravelogue]

This kind of documentary is what I love about this channel. Keep creating more! 🧡 Erwan is the one I look up to in my content creation journey.

[@cheetomanuel]

Salamat for showcasing these beautiful localities, indigenous people and their culture and traditions. I have not known this much about Basilan until I come across your video. Hope Mindanao would open its doors to tourism but not to the extent of commercialism.

[@monettebautista9468]

Basilan is my hometown❤❤❤ It is really overwhelming na na feature niyo po Basilan. Thank you Sir Erwan🎉😊

[@shahani6037]

I love what you guys do. Beautiful stories, man. I miss the islands!!!!

[@annearellano0904]

I CAN'T UNSEE DAHLIAAAAA. Thanks Erwan and FEATR TEAM for bragging our country!

[@veejaydulap5179]

Erwan, this is such an amazing content. I've been watching your content that shows deeper perspective in the Philippines, culture in different lense, and I love how you use the exact words to describe this place. Can't wait to see more of this.

[@kristeljanematining5918]

When you heard the place Basilan you'll think that there is always conflict but the place, people and culture is a truly a gem 💎

[@JL-qj4pi]

Great video! Glad you are doing what you can to highlight different Filipino cultures.

[@user-gu1wc7rk6b]

Thanks for this Erwan and FEATR. Basilan was one of my mama's fave place in Mindanao when she was still doing her very small business. too sad, she didn't have a camera and photos way back decades ago. she wanted to revisit Basilan and Zamboanga and bring me there to experience their culture and see how lovely the place is, but pandemic. she died months ago, so it won't happen anymore. but thanks to this, I get to see a glimpse of what my mama had experienced there.

[@czar7507]

my mother is from Lamitan.Basilan napaka ganda talaga jan,specially the beach food is amazing mababait yung mga tao..

[@MoonaLoona8]

The woman's voice breaking also broke me. Oh, my heart. hank you for this, Erwan and Featr team. From a Zamboanguena now Manila-based, I truly miss home and everything else we do not get to see at our neighboring islands.

[@jnuevo61]

Never knew BASILAN could be this beautiful .

[@pinknest2001]

You are so amazing! to take time and effort to discover these gems and share them with us! It can't be called anything but Philippines Untold! Bravo!!!

[@vanP591]

Ang ganda! Ang daming maooffer pa mg Mindanao. Beaches, mountains, caves, forests, food, and people and culture . Nasira lang talaga image ng Mindanao dahil sa gulo. Pero it seems like peaceful naman na ang island. Hoping to visit one day. And hoping na magboom ang tourism industry ng island of Mindanao

[@ricanodado4940]

Thank you for showing the beauty of my province, BASILAN ❤️

[@TinTinIam]

FEATR (led by Erwan💗) videos are always worth watching! 🌟

[@EnglishLearnersHere]

Superb storytelling! Great analysis of Basilan's history and culture! Enjoyed your excellent video! ❤ Love the delicious food! Basilan is so beautiful! The people are amazing!

[@gg_Javier]

Erwan & FEATR team: I'm running out of ways to describe your AAAMAZZZING vlogs and vids. They are simply the BESTEST ever! 👏👏👏 Educational. Informative. Historical. Musical. Breath-taking. Heart-rending. Thought-provoking. Well-narrated. Delicious. Colorful. Inspiring. Indeed, a Feast for one's heart, mind, senses and soul!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Every post you make is a GIFT, Erwan & Team. 💝 I'm forever grateful. Wishing y'all abundant blessings and fortune.

[@CrismayRamos]

Proud Basileña here 🙌. Thank you so much Sir Mr. Erwan for this FEATR... So much love for this...

[@shercastillo9887]

I dont skip the add. This team deserve the monetary earning from the add. Kudos Erwan and the rest of your team.

[@wankei2011]

I remember spending my summers there visiting relatives. The province has prospered since. I miss the untouched beaches and attending weddings that last up to 3 days...

[@benpadero]

hey erwan and team featr. congratulations on the james beard award. this also means a lot to us as viewers because we always found your videos inspiring and culturally valuable as it is. and to be recognized internationally like that is great but it's also icing on the cake (and also, as a fan of top chef im freaking out, james beard awardee na kayo). so, still amazing. haha. again, congratulations and continue this advocacy on highlighting the various food cultures in the phils and staying true to yourself.

[@jacekmaraj1774]

Absolutely phenomenal. FEATR deserves all the national recognition. ive learnt a lot more on this channel than Pinoy tv

[@yvadroberts182]

This really makes me wanna pack my backpack and start my adventures to Basilan.

[@CrismayRamos]

Something to be proud of as a Basileña... My heart is full... ❤

[@dionisiopobre88]

Lost the chance to visit this place and region decades back but this vlog provides virtual insight of the sights and culture to the viewers as in lieu of their personal presence. Congratulations for winning the social media account of the James Beard Foundation awards. 🤘

[@KenKen-sq1gw]

Happy to see someone like with this type of vlog showing the n true meaning of Filipino n Philippines as one. Thanks for showcasing my hometown Basilan n isebela. I'm proud yakan n the original of Basilan ❤❤❤❤

[@HarveyG.]

This video is really well made, from the shots, music, naration and features is really on point. Basilan is a gem in rough hoping the government will try to develop more this area.

[@angelbaby1923]

Can’t wait for part 2! I miss my province Basilan ❤. Thanx for visiting Erwan.

[@TambayNaMaotPa]

Thanks for featuring our very own Basilan, Erwan and the team. ❤

[@kirktanilon7383]

He is my favorite storyteller.😻

[@martdi89]

THAT INTRO WRITE UP IS SUCH A MASTERPIECE!!!

[@VictorAsuncion-y8d]

Congratulation for your work. Basilan is truly a hidden paradise for all Filipinos. Thank you and keep doing what you do

[@christianjayreyes8839]

Erwan or Feat R deserve a TV Show showing the beauty of the Philippines

[@Simplelife119-c4l]

Thank you for vlogging the Mindanao..particularlly basilan..explore mo pa maramimg lugar sa Mindanao...salamat

[@mayetdomasin1968]

Worth watching for. God bless erwan & team🙏

[@ayrasanmiguel9363]

Yay! New Vlog from my favorite KZbin Channel🎉❤❤❤

[@johntorii6025]

The best pinoy content, also the most underrated!!

[@yajm.8147]

Wow the people are amazing, the place is amazing. I am happy for Basilan.

[@unclelao6882]

Thanks man for sharing the wonders of PH . i do not have the chance to go there . but with this video i enjoyed and once again be proud how beautiful our country is

[@gracedaniel7322]

Never imagine how beautiful basilan is ♥️

[@kimcool907]

Thanks erwan for featuring Basilan and Zamboanga.❤

[@melanygamos]

Wow! Astig! Tapang NG team nyo :) thank you for your effort in promoting our culture. Ang Alam ko lang as Basilan ay yung mga may baril.. Ang Ganda pala NG Lugar nila:)

[@chindee8176]

Thank you so much, Erwan for showing the beauty of Mindanao. All the best to you and God bless you

[@tahtceniza]

That was the fastest 21 minutes of my life! Can't wait for the next episodes!!

[@loprease6082]

Ang ganda talaga ng Pilipinas 😍

[@themediterraneanguy]

GREAT video content, very informative, I enjoyed exploring. Really thanks for sharing.

[@sekreuzdeor2539]

amazing HIGH QUALITY content

[@Jervfranchannel]

this is the kind of vloger who inspiring me and congratulations to your achievements to win broadcast media awards 🎊🎊

[@mayperez1003]

The food that were prepared are all delicious! He's right! Having first hand experiences on how and where the food on the table comes from gives a new perspective on each first bite. This made me crave 🤤 Missing the food in the south ❤❤❤

[@manilyncobilla1490]

Wow! This makes me get excited to go to Mindanao 😍. Thanks for these awesome features, FEATR.

[@biyahengfolding]

production is top notch! ganda ng content. astig sa mga shot at waging-wagi ang kwento. mag-iiba ang perspektibo ng basilan sa mga manonood.

[@Rainraingoaway0316]

Its so nice to know that you really came back to Basilan and explore their culture, foods and the beautiful people and places. Its an Island that has soooo much to offer! I love Basilan❤ I lived in Maluso, Basilan for a short period I can say I can live there forever because of the rich nature different variety of foods and so many Islands around with white sand with a very healthy sea I also miss the best sunset everyday in Maluso Basilan❤❤❤

[@camretoots7292]

Thank you sir for featuring Baselan I’m excited for the next video

[@leslieonabudget]

Basilan is beautiful in fact the whole of Mindanao. 😍😍 Another incredible feature FEATR 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@gloriavigil9175]

beautiful presentation of Basilan and the food.❤️

[@MobaPambihira]

YOU DESERVE THE AWARD!!!👏👏👏

[@marclor09]

Erwan I really appreciate your effort in introducing to us the different cultures and places in the PH. Kudos to the entire team! ❤❤❤

[@pearlmaecajes9785]

Ang ganda ng Basilan. Thank Erwan

[@benggalang9833]

Thanks Sir Erwan and your team. Godbless you more po💖

[@hardineraaaa]

This is so heartwarming. Thank you Erwann and team for this beautiful feature. Truly, Philippines has a lot more to offer. 🥹

[@reynanteapas5416]

Ang ganda ganda nmn sarap mamuhay sa lugar n mapayapa na kalikasan..

[@moannajanicasenoc6915]

My heart is full watching this.

[@shoheiwoj]

ang galing ng team na to! galing ni erwan!