Performing in Iloilo City for Dinagyang Festival 🇵🇭 | Vlog

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My bio is pretty random: In short, I am a professional singer/songwriter from Toronto, Canada who moved to Manila, Philippines which sorta became my Hollywood because my first KZbin channel MIKEYBUSTOSVIDEOS grew popular due to Filipino comedy videos. Meanwhile, I'm also a big biology geek who is obsessed with ants, so I built an internationally operating ant business supported by another popular channel called ANTSCANADA, and well basically, today I travel and tour around the world doing what I love so I wanted to start this vlogging channel, in hopes to encourage you guys to follow your dreams no matter how random, by showing you what happened when I followed mine! You just never know where life will take you when you listen to the yearnings of your heart!

[@angelp.876]

MIKEY AND RJ! OMG! Such kind, humble, warm and friendly people to meet in person! Wow! And both so handsome and muscular too!! 🤩 So nice to bump into you twice in Dinagyang and in our flight back to MNL! Thank you for taking pics with us. Proud Mabuhay Squad here! 😍

[@optimusvalerius8824]

Thankyou Mikey, RJ and the people of Iloilo for sharing their festival and culture with us , It's now something this Australian would like to witness for himself .See you all next year in Iloilo for Dinagyang 2026.

[@denise_xcv]

Hi Kuya Mikey & Kuya RJ! I’ve been a silent fan for a long time already, and this is my first time commenting. I just wanted to thank you for taking us along with you to the Dinagyang Festival. I was born and raised in Iloilo City but migrated to Montréal, Québec🇨🇦 in 2018, and I’ve been missing Iloilo a lot lately. I also miss Richmonde Hotel, where I did my practicum (or “stage,” as we call it here) back in 2017. It’s always so nice to see Ms. Nat and some of the staff I met there featured in your vlogs. I really hope I can return to Iloilo very soon! J’espère aussi qu’on va se voir ici à Montréal un jour! 💖

[@maryannbootsong2412]

The group performances at Dinagyang were mind-blowing! Filipinos really are very talented. This makes me want to experience Dinagyang festival in the future. Drooling over those mouth-watering Iloilo foods. Wowwww for the Aquarium cafe. 😮😍

[@vidapdl6854]

Great festival! Better than Canadian Caribbean festival. That rainforest like restaurant is amazing! Goodness you don't have to go to the zoo. Amazing content!

[@manilagrey4016]

THAT CHEF IS UNDERRATED! The way he presented "Nilagpang" and "batwan" into the his dishes was so creative

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

He's top notch!!!

[@IreneJournau]

He needs to be recognize.

[@dawnhowell7559]

Thank you for showing me the beautiful places you visit, it's almost like being there with you!

[@freddieuniverse693]

Buong january si mikey lang pinapanood ko halos araw araw. Grabe yung energy mo and aura. Nag rradiate sa screen everytine pinapanood kita. Ang calming lang. And i love how excited you are everytime. I love people like that. Ang dami ko palaging natututunan sayo mikey. Loveyou so much!!! Wag ka muna mamamatay kasi happy pill kita gow 🫶🏻🫵

[@mercedesortiz-f7e]

Hi Mikey and RJ. All I have to say is WOW WOW WOW. Thank you for taking us along🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@sandrabentley8111]

Lions, Tigers, Snakes...oh my!🙀. That restaurant was amazing. Loved how he decorated the tanks. Something else. A great contact too. Festival was amazing. You both are such celebrities, they treat you both like Princes. Thank you for a great, uplifting video!

[@nicamorales2412]

Your just so cute Mikey. U just make me laugh about the welcome towel. Love u and RJ ❤

[@jetbz5439]

25:42 I already watched many food vlogs, but as an ilonggo citizen, this part of your vlog really stands out for me 🤩🤩🤩 I just tought before that we're just awarded because of our best siopao, inasal, KBL, seafoods and batchoy. But now, i am really convinced and proud that our city awarded as a city of gastronomy 😍 25:42 starts of my surprises, all the foods you ordered is very new to me... 🤩🤩🤩 I really want to try it ❤❤❤

[@sweetserenity26]

My two beloved "Ilongated" people :) Mikey and Miss Nat, you both are so wonderful. #ProudIlongga here

[@Del-Lebo]

39:09 RJ's face and reaction was EPIC and Adorable! Shaking his head thinks ..."OH NO!!! Mikey! Calm down bae!" 🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣🥰🥰🥰

[@cerie-cp7ju]

True!!like rainforest cafe but this place is far better I think.😊

[@YanGarcia03]

Been binge watching your videos, i like the positive vibes i get every time. Of course i always look forward to watching your Iloilo vlogs. I hope to meet you one day and because we are Pilipinos, we will take pictures togeder 😂

[@jessicabrillantes9251]

Iloilo City is where I was born and raised until Oct. 2005 I left live in Illinois USA! Thanks for loving Iloilo🤓and thank you for sharing especially the food😋I love watching you eat always😍

[@tinanugget5419]

Amazing Iloilo 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭❤️❤️❤️

[@anitagulfin3705]

Interesting festival 🤔. Glad you and RJ enjoyed 🤗❤!

[@caloocanboy5800]

WOW HAPPY DINAGYANG MIKEY, ALSO WOW I GO TO THAT CAFE MANY TIMES BECAUSE OF THE ANIMALS. MY FAVORITE CAFE!!!!

[@GODzDOG888]

Thank you Mikey for promoting our Dinagyang

[@lorieaprentado7744]

Wowwww ❤️amazing performance Mikey. Happy Dinagyang to all Iloilo people. Great food as well and great friends you have. Continue spreading good vibes Mikey and RJ and sorry for the bird. Feel sad too. Hope the people who saw the bird will take good care or return it in Mabuhay squad🙏🙏❤️

[@nikkimonforte1617]

Excellent 🎉

[@reinaoyong0223]

Iloilo City loves you, Mikey and RJ! ❤️

[@mariasonnieparian7162]

Thank you for featuring Iloilo. I miss my home city so much and I love the performance. And when I go home next year I know where to stay.

[@alainjoyal315]

Dear RJ and Mikey, Thank you both for sharing such a delightful vlog. Danny and I absolutely loved it! Your vivid portrayal has truly inspired us to revisit the beautiful Philippines and uncover even more of its wonders. Warm regards, Alan & Danny Ottawa, Canada

[@SkyleLitz]

Wow, what an amazing video that showcases the Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo.The 8 Dinagyang tribes who participated were world-class and impressive, and only one was declared to be the best of the best (Paghidaet Tribe). Their performances can compete with those of "Ka" by Circus de Soleil in Las Vegas. The level of enthusiasm, choreography, costumes, and drumming were awe-inspiring. If they were brought to Vegas, I think they would be able to compete with any Vegas shows.

[@ferseannagrabio6626]

Mikey, Thank you for sharing your experience in Dinagyang! Iloilo ang Banwa ko! Hala Bira Iloilo! ❤

[@FluffyGeebs]

Ener of Aquarium Cafe is a great guy. Glad you enjoyed the City Mikey & RJ! from an OG Mabuhay squad. i stretch back your Canadian Idol and Tutorial Video days.

[@leemakavani7352]

Hi, wow 😲 that was a amazing the festival and the restaurant with all the fish 🐠 etc. Thanks till next vlog 👍☺️...

[@mariaasuncionsiscar3187]

Welcome Mikey and Rj in the city of love so proud to see you both here in Iloilo Dinagyang 2025 and composing the song for us . Love you both guys . ❤❤❤

[@charlesdarwinvarietv]

Every Tribe had World Class Performance and Welcome diri sa Iloilo 😍💙💛❤️

[@sudeezudee9666]

ILOILO CITY is indeed a go to place! Their food are perfectly and superbly balanced! Plus, Iloilo City is reasonably affordable! ❤

[@khryssandra369]

Happy to see u enjoying dinagyang festival.. miss you both

[@daryl3307]

Can't wait for your next vlog, Mikey and RJ. Your life is the goal I want to achieve. Keep inspiring us!

[@raymondcox3585]

I miss iloilo been there 10 times since 2010. Iam from Townsville Australia.

[@maureyes7770]

Amazing and wonderful blog. 👍✅

[@AkoSiRC10]

Omg that cafe and lounge haaaa... Grabe bongga... Na iisip ko tuloy na maglagay ka ng monster fish aquarium. May pupuntahan na akong bago sa iloilo

[@colleenrodamer9497]

Omg it looks like so much fun many blessings from North Texas ❤ I love sinigang

[@thomaseagles1026]

Lots to keep occupied while eating in that cafe,must say the food looked great,looks like a great place to visit.🇨🇦

[@annoba2021]

Eating with my eyes 🙋‍♀️😅😂.. I got so hungry, another great foodie vlog . Love the foods in Iloilo. Last time I was there was 2013 …

[@ktconcepcion8303]

It’s been a long time coming! You should be in all of the Philippine Festivals.🎉

[@ronaldgunay2810]

We love you Mikey... You're always welcome to Iloilo City ❤❤❤

[@DanMar.1342]

Thanks for going to ILOILO... I miss my hometown ...Pavia....and city..😂 Watching from Calgary 🇨🇦...

[@flormacaraig7332]

Hi Mikey and RJ I'm glad that you're enjoying the Dinagyang feast of Iloilo.I love the whole vlog that you've shared with us,kaya lang your number during the prog,is so very little/short, I'm happy to see again ms.Natalie and mr.Tan, they are so very accommodating and friendly.You're vlog is always gives warm in our hearts God bless both of you guys 🙏🌷🌻

[@mikeschiesel2852]

Wow, every time I think of Ligaya I amreminded of a sweet bird that meant so much to so many.

[@roseyrose9467]

The headdress of the performers really reminds me of Aztec headdresses. That was a fun show. How Awesome was that cafe. Nice to see you united with friends ❤

[@sheiladelgadonarciso155]

Enjoy your stay in Iloilo. Namit na tanan na food 🍲 ❤

[@Horaktyle]

The aquarium cafe I'm sure is a great experience, but I think the animals, at least the snakes, have not enough space to move around. I worry about their health when they are in such a tiny space.

[@TiToNoy75]

I missed the Dinagyang Festival... It has been a while since I have celebrated it. We live close by to GT mall Pavia... It's nice to know Sir Allen is the owner 😊 Palangga ka man namon Mikey and RJ❤

[@cezarcamarino7315]

Wow!!! The best Creation! I love it. But I think it's very expensive to get in there, just a cup of coffee 😄☕.

[@tiffanieyulo424]

We love you Mikey. I’m glad to see you after a long break. Thank you for being my sun on a cloudy day.

[@caloocanboy5800]

It's so surreal to see Mikey on the streets of Iloilo, I wish I saw you at Dinagyang!!!!!❤

[@2-me698]

That was really awesome. That restaurant though!!!!

[@DinnoPascual-q5x]

Hello to Mikey & R.j.! Have a funday to Iloilo, enjoy to eats, drinks and shopping! Be safe!

[@FederationMiguelCityIloilo]

Is Here!!!!

[@ImJustDwyanelol]

Me and my family watched him perform LIVE!

[@RadgePangilinan]

I’m now fast forwarding the portions when eating because you make me crave for food. Ha ha ha ha!

[@BlessBliss-e6y]

Wow, full of energy and positivity, thanks for your vlogs, it made us happy.

[@Hopeflowz]

Vlog definitely not long enough ! But enjoyed all of it. Great adventure.

[@caloocanboy5800]

THEY HAVE A TIGER NOW!!! I have to come back to that place!!

[@kayeroy2129]

Hi Mikey! My 10 year old son loves to watch your vlogs. Please do a shout out to him on your next video, his name is Diego Roy of Virginia Beach USA 🇺🇸. Btw, he called you Kuya Mikey and he never forgets your advice to always practice to play piano everyday. Take care of you always . ❤

[@blueelectro5218]

Yo Mikey! Wish I was there to watch your performance, but I’m happy you enjoyed your trip here in Iloilo! My fam and I are here rn for vacation and we currently just got back to Guimaras! Hope you come here on your next trip cuz it’s a beautiful island here. Take care and keep being amazing! Thanks to you and your animal companions! 🎉

[@MetungKP]

The food look incredible!

[@pinkvelvet3865]

Awesome gastronomy in the City of Love (ILOILO)! I like Richmond hotel too. It is spacious and the rooms are much better than the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and Shangri-la in Makati.

[@BLURby84]

That looks like so much fun.

[@mariastevens-om7fy]

i wish I was there i when last year I'm from Iloilo after 30 year I be there next year love you guys have fun

[@jackson-wadden]

Oh wow! What a gift they gave you! Was that picture hand-painted?

[@Daanii.Official]

Congratz dahhhling! #Lambily 🦋

[@thelmavillaruz2009]

Thanks. For. Sharing this video

[@mercyscudder4320]

Good morning Mikey and Rj❤ happy fiestas!!! You giving us such a great! You such a lovely funny person! I love it ❤❤❤❤❤

[@sandypineda7632]

present poh idol #mabuhaysqaud ❤️❤️❤️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@row334]

Hello to you and Rj.

[@mikeschiesel2852]

Iloilolicious!!!!

[@MaclovioBerumen]

When the guy was in the Tiger's aquarium i thought he was the Tiger's lunch. Lol !!!😂

[@naderdavani7012]

Hi Mikey and RJ ❤❤❤

[@maribethpack6809]

the food looks delicious in that hotel.

[@jetbz5439]

24:49 Oh Mikey..... Sadly you are already trapped in a city of gastronomy 😂😂😂

[@meeyanloves5999]

Ilonggos loves you and RJ

[@meantj6590]

Ant Canada ❤❤❤

[@JJMarkin]

Wish you could have shown more of your performance, Mikey. Meanwhile, my laptop's screen is covered at the moment with streaks from my fingers trying to reach in for some of tht food. Hint to the wise: do *not* watch Mikey's food-related videos when you're hungry. And have a screan cleaner handy if you do. ; )

[@willpowers4280]

Dang your in the Philippines, gotta be a first class flight..

[@paulsabidalas4425]

Nice

[@richieliper4720]

I couldn’t imagine myself eating in the middle of that animal museum.. when things get out of hand, and most of those wild ones got loose. Weeh! I hope the place is highly secured.

[@kmayes1815]

Mikey, you need the Ants Canada spider warning before showing those tarantulas! 😲 🕷🕷🕷

[@bettydavis7904]

WOW !

[@johnlouiebaguyo2020]

AC FAM!!!!

[@nr2pp6]

iloilo City heart❤️

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

I liked the centipede costumes. I hope they won.

[@january17kitchiekim]

❤❤❤

[@MetungKP]

I have those as tattoos that you have on your blue shirt.

[@marial1232]

I was waiting on your performance on the show. You were gonna sing. How come you didn't show that part? Anyways, I really enjoyed the video too.

[@mariasonnieparian7162]

Give my regards to Atty.Jobert and his wife.

[@cezannejimenez7164]

29:50 You should get a pig-nosed turtle for the Bermuda Rectangle.

[@gg_Javier]

You were served a FULL MEAL during the flight to Iloilo?! How long was the plane ride, Mikey? Were you in First Class? Nice ....

[@pimpfighterROQ]

Mikee you have to be honest. But you know some of those animals shouldnt be in that cafe place. That poor tiger, it looks too young to be in a cage. Its all pretty messed up

[@jennibennett9724]

Thank you!. It's shocking how many positive comments there are about this. Several of the animals in this video have injuries or are in inappropriate enclosures. I thought Mikey was more educated than to support places like these. I've been uneasy for a while because he seems to be more into animal hording these days than taking care of the animals he has. Unfollowing.

[@raymondcox3585]

Whats your favorite airline to fly? I like Cebu Pacific. First airline a flew from manila to iloilo in 2010 was zest air

[@teresitatupaz6515]

When will we see the exact song performance you did?

[@AngryKittens]

Are those native _Penelopides_ hornbills? AFAIK, you're not even allowed to own those. Almost all of them are endangered. If they are, please do not collect endangered wildlife, we have so few of them left.

[@orsonsadler]

and the tiger ☹️

[@caloocanboy5800]

ive been to that cafe, they so many animals

[@emmadera106]

​@@orsonsadlerlol meron nga ganyan sa ilocos eh own by chavit di nyo naman sinita 😂😂😂

[@Thraun24]

Slava RUSSIA,!

[@helbertgascon]

Hello! I know the owner there. All the animals there have clearance from DENR. He even contracted a professional tiger trainer from the outside the country(living here in Aklan/Iloilo now) to tame Zeus. Those hornbills are rescued and adopted by him with proper clearance from DENR as far as I remember.

[@britannia55]

I had a friend who used to wash his armpits with his welcome towel , may I add after he wiped his hands.