Sipalay Travel | HIDDEN PARADISE | Negros Occidendal Philippines Travel Guides

This week we travel to Sipalay. What an amazing place! Find all information down below :D
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-HOW TO GET TO SIPALAY-
Take the direct bus from Bacolod (about 5 hours) to Sipalay town. Or a minivan (p350). Minivan is a bit faster than the big bus, but since it might take a longer time to leave and you’re more cramped inside, I am not sure what the best option would be. I like the big bus better ;)
From Dumaguete: take a bus to Bayawan, Hinoba-an. It will cost you 6 to 7 hours. It will cost you just over 200 pesos with public transport (p120 + p75 + p35). If you hire a van it would be 5000 in total, which is not worth it if you are a solo traveler like me ;)
If you stay in Dauin, no need to go to the busstop in town. It’ll pass by the resort. Unless you want to be certain to be seated ;)
And it might seem complicated (as a foreigner) to go from bus to bus, but people are very helpful along the way and if you leave one bus, the next one will be already there! No worries. It’s just a day you lose on traveling. But it’s worth it ;)
-WHAT TO SEE IN SIPALAY-
I did two tours.
► One was to Danjugan island (next video).
► The other tour was a tour to the highlights of the main land.
p1000 for half a day or p1500 for a day trip. It’s a trycicle trip, so again, make friends and you’ll split the costs.
You need to pay entrance fees along the way (from 30 pesos to 80 pesos according to the place) and lunch is not included.
What I saw was 2 resorts (including perth resort, with the infinity pool) - the cave which is really cool! (100 pesos for the guide with light, I gave him 150 since it was quite a hike).
You can arrange this tour with Roland Dequina - rolandtours.wordpress.com or 09462014895
Tell him you found him through this video! Not because he’ll charge a fee for me ;) Just because it’s nice to know how people find out about you  And I am curious for that as well!
I believe you can also get into a kano, more island hopping, archery…. There is a whole lot more to explore but I’ll leave that to you!
-WHERE TO SLEEP IN SIPALAY-
I would highly recommend Takatuka Lodge! Love the place! Inspired on Pippi Longstocking’s tale, with a lot of weird rooms all over the place. Different themes like the cave room, superstar, rockadilly, a castle… you name it ;) It’s seriously the best hotel I’ve been in in the Philippines (and I have been to a lot I love ;) - It’s so funky and unique, the owners and staff are friendly and helpful, the food is great, they attract friendly guests, the beach is just there. AMAZING! Seriously. Go here. GO! What are you waiting for? ;)
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-WHERE TO EAT IN SIPALAY-
Because I stayed on Sugar Beach, there’s not much options to get out for dinner. You can’t just leave and get back after dark  I stayed at Takatuka mainly for food, and it’s good! Not cheap but a whole lot of variety, and great healthy stuff.
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[@TravelGretl]

Wauw! Sipalay is such an amazing hidden gem. It stole my heart really. Hard to describe why, but just a combination of things. The people, the islands, the beach, the food and the funky hotel might've helped ;) To answer the most asked question: nope! I am not in the Philippines right now. I am always back home when new video's come up :) Editing is done at home since it takes too much time. When you see a video appear, you can assume I am in Amsterdam ;) With love! Hope you'll enjoy and leave your thoughts :D Gretl

[@ryu7810]

Travel Gretl i

[@canucme3067]

I hope you come back! There are more places to explore and enjoy!

[@andrewaswang]

It's beautiful. Off the beaten path it seems and from the video, not a lot of tourists. Great for a quiet vacation. I'll be sure to put it on my bucket list.

[@herbertgueco9215]

Great vlog ☺

[@justler70]

It is always worth spending a few minutes of my busy day watching your videos.... I'm glad there's always a new place that captures your heart everytime you visit the Philippines. Stay safe all the time my friend.

[@iamerwintangao]

somebody finally made it!!!! it's the most underated place in the Philippines!!!!

[@aidaladang8113]

Hello thanks visite my country in sipalay much island in the Philippine nice island wow sipalay nice.god bless keep safe I'm waching from Riyadh saudi

[@gabrielphyt9592]

Thank you for visiting our place♥️ keep it up the good vlogs♥️

[@bashersbeware]

I swear you make one of the best travel vids. I do follow more than 20 vloggers and yours admittedly is not excitingly anticipated BUT every time after I'm done watching your vids, they truly are gems that need to be kept and brought out once travelling options are discussed. The narration, the back ground music, the cinematography, your voice....just perfect!

[@LozsLeisure]

Ahhhh my god! This place looks amazing! And that light switch 😂really hope I can get here on my travels one day!

[@TravelGretl]

😁😁😃😃

[@nimraj23]

Feels nice when a vlogger watches other vloggers' videos for reference or what. Been watching both of your videos especially when you featured Negros and the Philipines, of course.

[@ArtTradie]

Hi Loz check this place out.

[@romeosuarez3499]

Loz's Leisure oh my god you also watched my her adventured this is so amazing my best two traveler bolgger that i always followed this is heaven love you both!oh my gosh you two should have a colloboration that would be huge!!!oh my gosh i cant contain my self right now!!!!

[@Msfloraaa]

I'm from Sipalay . It's overwhelming that you really love and fond of our place. ☺️ There's so much more beautiful beaches here in Sipalay that you will surely like it. I love your video btw 🤗

[@ervinjohnforjes6050]

Amazing sipalay

[@power21100]

Born and raised in that tiny city but man i was never bored! Fishing was one of my hobbies growing up and I'd usually head out to the island that looks like a giant turtle and fish in one of the caves there! Man i missed it, I'm currently living in Tennessee, and i showed my girlfriend this video and she got so excited of how beautiful it is there. We have to go back so that she can see the beauty of all of it. Thanks for sharing your experience! I hope you come back again soon.

[@elycastle346]

The endless luster of green and the coolness of water and it’s serenity, there’s nothing you can ask for more. You’re in heaven. Just simply beautiful!! How I envy you!!

[@jhulliannedetoyato6042]

Thank you for visiting Philippines and for showcasing my Province. I hope you can come back here when the pandemic is over.

[@joerilleyusoya6809]

Open now

[@augefamily9893]

The place of SIPALAY is amazingly beautiful, but it seems so remote that some people find it difficult to get there. Thanks again for sharing your adventure. Be safe always!

[@edwinmontana4512]

Wow! You're a great traveler. I've been watching tons of travel vlogs of the Philippines by both local and international tourists but yours is quite a stand-out. Thank you for showing the uniqueness of Sipalay which I never before take to be this beautiful and enchanting.

[@TravelGretl]

Thanx so much! That's a great compliment 😊😊

[@josearielsuallo2427]

As always, opens up the beauty of our country in its farthest corners. Thank you for bringing it to us!

[@TheWanderLife]

Been toying with adding Negros to our travels in the Philippines. We love Port Barton too so this sounds like our kind of place! Loving that light switch haha

[@TravelGretl]

Cool! If you love PB I suspect you'll love this one too 😁

[@nimraj23]

Let me know should you need some information about Negros. Will be more than willing to provide you with info. To start, following are tourists spots you may want to check out: 1) Apo Island - protected marine sanctuary where you can swim with turtles. Gretl made a vlog about it too. 2) Dolphin watching and Manjuyod Sand Bar 3) Other spots like Siquijor and southern Cebu (Oslob's Whale Shark and Kawasan Falls) is very much accessible from Negros as well. Enjoy the Philippines!

[@mbarros962]

amazing. thank you

[@fmrolan]

Born and raised in Negros but i' ve never been to Sipalay.. seriously yes... i have heard of its beauty... and thanks for this vedio its definitely on my bucketlist...

[@TravelGretl]

😃😃😃

[@blueslastmoment]

to all aspiring travel vlogger. this is how it's done. very refreshing, different from the usual travel vlog that sounded the same. the music, editing, narrations. perfect!

[@TravelGretl]

Thanx :D Glad to hear you've enjoyed!

[@gmha5244]

i love your vlog. it completes my day. what a wonderful experience you have. greatful to witness it

[@nhmm9346]

This is amazing Gretl. Unlimited thumbs up for you

[@tisoychoi6248]

Welcome to Sipalay City Negros Occidental The City of Sugar Islands😊 Thank you for visiting my hometown😊

[@ChengLebrando]

Proud sipalaynon here From sipalay ❤️

[@jericklacson322]

Happy that you have visited our humble place! :) Hope that you can see more of Sipalay in the future.

[@bertlacatan1620]

We’re Eagerly waiting for your comeback to the Philippines pleaseeee.

[@EarlJoy-y2o]

It was a wonderful experienced...amazing tourist places in the Philippines that you can be proud of. Thanks for choosing philippines as your destination.

[@mariviccastillo5845]

Whoop! Whoop! Finally gretls back! 😍😍👏👏👏 head back and relax to watch! Picture paints a thousand words, but this vids paints a million words.. 😊😉

[@arthurdasalla966]

Always waiting for your new vlog here in philippines.

[@TravelGretl]

:D

[@arthurdasalla966]

Travel Greti,Im a filipino live here in japan i always watch your video in Batanes Philippines.

[@gloriagenerosa9447]

Wow beautiful place absolutely

[@yazmillah]

I love watching your channel but I only commented now. Either I'm really home sick or you just showed a place where I would love to be. You clips are some of the best and most professional quality compared to many. Looking forward to watching your next episode! Sending you the best!!! 😍😊❤️❤️

[@chrisalyst9867]

Gretl, you’re such a lucky person to experience traveling in the Philippines. Every corner of that country is gorgeous! Unbelievable! 😱👍🏼🙏🏼💕

[@sarrypalasuelo1056]

My Place My Home My Sipalay 😍😍😍 thank you for enjoying and visiting our place 😊

[@draxxes1]

You found another hidden gem! You go to places in Phil that no one else does, this is amazing, I want to visit that island! Looking forward to your next video.

[@Mayehdiaries]

I love your voice and the way you explained it such a soft spoken ❤️Thank you for featuring Sipalay I can't wait to go there..

[@Francis-ln9vf]

I really love watching your travel videos, and the music added to them... Specially listening to your voice, it's so relaxing =)

[@lierajean109]

I am living in sipalay thank you for appreciate my town 😍😍

[@dennisklausdiongzon6948]

This channel deserves a hype!!! ❤❤❤❤ thank you for coming back again and again and again to the PH 😁😁 enjoy and more travelsssss with gretl

[@leonardoaventura5402]

Thank you for the insight. It’s a simple life and pure happiness that I witnessed in your eyes🥰. I will definitely visit that place with my family.

[@eatravelogue]

I am happy seeing how fascinated you are by the place. I can see it on how tell the story.

[@hectorjuatco653]

Nice of you guys to visit our country. I hope you don't encounter any unpleasant experience during your tour. God Bless and Good Health to and your respective families. Have a safe trip going back to your point of origin.

[@fym7976]

Nice video serene place lovely narrations! Welcome back since when?👍🙏

[@johnstockers9219]

Nice to come here my country🇵🇭🤗 and sipalay! ❤ enjoy and more fun in the phillippines come to many ilands and u shock of more best!🏝🏊‍♂ u discover miss beautiful..😀😀

[@TitaMariamLovesfoodandtravel]

Masha’Allah happy to see you back in my beloved Country Miss Gretil. ❤️😍🌷🌹

[@adrielbeau7916]

OUR GOD FATHER LORD KING JESUS CHRIST IS HEALER AND SAVIOR AND HE LOVES US. GOD IS LOVE .

[@nolsp7240]

Your voice-overs are always so soothing, Gretl. This is another for the bucket list.😊

[@zenaidasewell5132]

Will definitely go there when I go home this coming Maskara festival in Bacolod City. Can't wait.

[@ariellamontano4256]

thank you so much for featuring Sipalay in your channel 💖 wholeheartedly appreciated. I hope you would make a lot videos about travel 💕

[@AllAboutFilipinaRelationships]

Fantastic Video. Very much enjoyed and liked :)

[@christineramos4939]

I'm from negris occidental but never been on that place, come to visit it someday. I love the presentation. Thank you.

[@mjlserafica7659]

OMG 😲 😱 I hope that one day I can visit there..wonderful and Amazing place hope my sister you enjoyed it while you are in vacations there in the Phillipines..stay safe and God bless you

[@willardcardona5342]

Hi Gretl, welcome back....Enjoy the Philippines!....

[@noldarocledas1037]

Philippines is always full of surprises every island are unique and extremely beautiful and of course the people and the food, these are the things that will make you coming back.

[@GiselleAnnEspinosa]

I'm from PH myself but I haven't been here! I'll make sure to add this on my bucket list! Great video! The length is also perfect! Looking forward to more travel vlogs! Love from sunny 🇵🇭

[@dinosagadal607]

Wow. thanks for promoting Sipalay. its 4 hours drive by car from my place Bacolod City, the beauty of this Place is that its not much commercialized as Boracay. God bless you

[@TravelGretl]

:D

[@Momsonmixvideos]

hello there..welcome back again for the 4th time..thanks for loving the Philippines

[@ryckroldan]

Wow..this vlog is one of your Greatest Hits. It's pure, it's simple, it's electric, it's one of a kind. I have an instant connection with that room, I was Paul Stanley when I was 15, complete with the make up on...I have strats and teles and les Pauls and marshalls and groupies haha I wish. Thumbs up....Subscribed.

[@Bukinoy]

That's just it, I there's so many places to see in the Philippines it makes your head spin. This place looks special, i will definitely consider it next trip. Thanks to you 😁

[@kaishiden4586]

i saw you with bangbucket list. great to see you enjoyed the bachoy (not the balut this time).gee made me hungry. when you say 'let's explore' you REALLY mean 'EXPLORE'. thank you VERY MUCH for your stay & ALWAYS have safe & wonderful trips. another thumbs UP for gretl and YOU ARE always welcome to come back so you can chill.

[@ryckroldan]

Wow..this vlog is one of your Greatest Hits. It's pure, it's simple, it's electric, it's one of a kind. I have an instant connection with that room, I was Paul Stanley when I was 15, complete with the make up on...I have strats and teles and les Pauls and marshalls and groupies haha I wish.

[@amethyst2865]

hi , gretl , starting to watch your vlogs , our country Philippines ... really appreciate that you love and like to explore more ... love your nice , sweet and low voice ..... perfect for the quiet place sipalay ....

[@sp3nz930]

Hometown 🤩

[@florenrev6176]

OMG Gretl! Welcome back! Great to see another beautiful content... I am from Cebu. I have never heard about Sipalay before. Thank you for this video. That hostel is so colorful... This will be included in my bucket list. :) Keep safe! We love you.

[@Markt2420]

Lot of beautiful hidden gems here in the Philippines, but that hotel is something. Will add to the bucket list. thanks for sharing, keep it up 👍

[@TravelGretl]

True 😁

[@donivadelacruz7448]

Ohw woww I miss my place my province ❣️ I grow up Sipalay but I never been there 😢 Hope this my coming vacation i can visit there😲😲

[@ronnieytienzajr3449]

theres alot of good beach in sipalay then must go olso in lakawon beach in cadiz negros occ you will love it ...thnk you for showing beautiful negros God bless👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@rogertechtv1984]

That is my home town..you can explore more in sipalay city.more amazing place's,people are so happy and generous..thank u for visiting our place 👍👈.I'm rogertech TV..Full support waching ur vlog...have a nice day ma'am 😊..

[@jenelyncahinod2683]

I've been there w/ my friends last 2018 ..place really so amazing!! One of my most favorate is Perth Paradise because of its view,that you will see when you are above the resort all green island flaoting on the water

[@roderick2105]

This is a great video- you're made me want to pack-up my bags and head-off to Sipalay !!

[@willardcardona5342]

WOW!, that's really a romantic place to visit....

[@amelia7781]

Wow it looks so beautiful and colorful in Philippines! Great video! -Amelia

[@guillerdemegillo544]

AMELIA beautiful place sipalay

[@mistyrivers4995]

I just did exactly what you say, gave u a twisted thumbs up, commented, subscribed, let your ads run just because of your presentation and calm voice.

[@TravelGretl]

That's so cool :D I really appreciate it :)

[@precycastro815]

You must be really healthy now Miss Gretl. I'm glad you chose The Philippines to explore. To be in an island is a cure to those who are lost. Thru islands, you can find yourself again.

[@jhunabagon954]

Very Beautiful Place. Sipalay

[@hannexclusive]

I really appreciate U exploring our country...I hope someday I can go with U and just enjoy the beauty of the nature.

[@TravelGretl]

:D

[@micoleybanez8019]

Proud living here in Sipalay City👋😍😍😘

[@TravelGretl]

Cool! Very nice place 😃

[@marjohnlumeran3633]

my hometown its berry nice...welcome besitor and guest...and tourist..

[@TravelGretl]

:D

[@nenettesilver]

Your trip to Sipalay, Negros is really pulling me to visit home.

[@chefwang276]

Wow! Amazing place.You're so lucky to be in that place.Life is good.

[@lesterlukedescalzo8593]

Travel Gretl this Video is one of amazing that i saw & i love it so Much! I'm From Negros and thank you for Sharing this Happy Journey in every Blog that you make 😍

[@ryantomgenteroles8325]

thank you for coming our place ❤️

[@dhinjarlega6937]

hi! im a subscriber and im from negros occ...thank you for visiting sipalay 😘...you must also visit silay city and see the ancestral houses that we'll preserved and know the story behind it and "lakawon island", located in cadiz city in the northern part of negros occ. ❤️❤️❤️

[@TravelGretl]

Ooh yes! I've missed out on that 🙊 should come back 😁

[@alicebagao1645]

Ang ganda ng mga beach sa sipalay nag island hoping kami Jan tapos naligo kami sa may cave.

[@junmiranda6047]

Hi! Indeed Sipalay is wonderful! I’ve been there 2 weeks ago and still can’t get over my adventure!

[@TravelGretl]

Cool! So recently - I am jealous 😶

[@brodak08]

i'm a filipino and i didn't even know that there is place called sipalay in the Philippines. lol! you're really lucky gretl. thanks for visiting the philippines.

[@guamboy75]

Thank you for showing us these hidden gems! They may not be hidden anymore but keep up the wonderful vlogs. Mabuhay :)

[@janhneilagsoy3007]

Love watching this video,,thank you for visiting my hometown sipalay😍🌊

[@maayongaga729]

You beat Kulas Gretl. You found heaven in the Philippines. You're close to our island Panay maybe you can discover more of those off beaten path that we locals never even knew. Always great travel blog. Waiting where is the next one.

[@TravelGretl]

Panay is on it's way - no worries! 😀

[@denz5085]

I love it, great job! I have been there in the 80's with my dad in which we took our boat from Cebu. Thanks for sharing, brings back memories with my dad.

[@elioraraoile3380]

Just stumbled your batanes video and binge-watching right now. Your videos are so beautifully done

[@TravelGretl]

:D Thanx! There is a lot to binch-watch for the Philippines especially. And new vids are on their way :D

[@ArtTravelDiary]

Thank you for visiting my hometown, Sipalay. Salamat gid

[@anjie1570]

I been there before and that place are spectacular amazing.. My Home Town Sipalay.

[@nannetterivera7049]

First Vlog I've seen of sipalay.I always new sipalay is a beautiful place . Good job.

[@TravelGretl]

:D

[@ryantomgenteroles8325]

thank you for coming in our place ❤️

[@randomtravelsph6386]

This video makes me more excited to see Sipalay. We'll be visiting Negros this 3rd week of October for the Masskara Festival. Cheers to more travels 🥂🤗

[@nycelgeraga]

I'm from Negros Occidental and this is one of my goals to reach Sipalay 😉

[@vang8841]

More Power to you Travel Gretl! I am From Negros and I am Really Happy you have been here in our Small Place. CHeers! more travels to you!

[@TravelGretl]

Thanx :D Happy to have visited :D

[@paulinomelvin6990]

You’re right that’s is real hidden gem such a beautiful place

[@TravelGretl]

I am sure it'll be way more explored very quick 😊 beautiful indeed!

[@Retlan54]

Wow, what a wonderful video you did. Your explanation, the music and impressions touching my soul. Thx Gretl

[@pamelagracebahibag1231]

Thank you for sharing this video I'm proud sipalaynon

[@micos.5567]

Your videos makes me feel like I’m on vacation too! Love the background music. Very calm, so much different from travel vloggers who uses party music all the time. Keep up the nice video! Keep exploring!

[@raycer7909]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! So professionally and beautifully done! Thanks for showcasing the Philippines.

[@robertdepaloma4273]

I love the way you narrated the video..going there in few days,,thanks

[@TravelGretl]

Thank you Robert!