Siquijor: Flame of the Philippines (Siquijor Island Grand Tour)

[@jessiesantiago7994]

Thanks!

[@natehovee]

You're awesome! Thanks again super much, Jessie! 😁

[@cabanjo1]

Your coverage is better than some television shows. The DFA should commision you to cover other Philippine Islands. This is informative, educational and entertaining.

[@dkgamingph5499]

I've seen tons of Siquijor vlogs but none of them is comprehensive and detailed compared to this one. Awesome job, Nate. You are simply amazing!

[@natehovee]

Thank you immensely!! Great to hear.

[@miguelbalisi9952]

​@Nate Hovee thanks for showing us places in our country we ourselves as Filipinos have never been to and that's a little sad. There's just too many to see and it would take money to do that. New subscriber.

[@jayneh2006]

Men! What a paradise!!! I had been watching many vloggers, but no one show that other paradise!!! Men!!! I can live for all my life there!!!

[@janetneuhaus4206]

Do it before it’s too late😊Life is short.

[@josephinedilks2874]

Exactly 💯

[@pinaytravelsinuk5852]

The home island of my grandparents! We’ll be there next week for a family reunion. Love Siquijor !

[@natehovee]

Wonderful to hear!! Please do share with friends and family, and warmest wishes to you all.

[@Lerhroy]

Yes my cousin's family live there. Our local guide!😊

[@rmelin13231]

Stunning travelogue, very well assembled, unobtrusive background music when appropriate, and some of the most beautiful sights that humans can experience. A close friend (years ago) hailed from nearby Bohol and often spoke of the Chocolate Hills in that region, but I don't recall hearing about Siquijor, so this was a most pleasant diversion. Thank you so much for this. You are living the good life. Enjoy it!

[@natehovee]

A million thanks for this, rmelin13231!! Your positive words are heartwarming and greatly appreciated.

[@Stanly450]

Ditto that

[@audemars_piguet13]

​@@natehoveeGOD bless you dude. May He keep you safe in JESUSCHRIST name. Amen

[@rosebrown2267]

Siquijor is trully magical, it has something that cant be explained while you were there.

[@shahx1010]

Kudos to the planter of the man-made forest. Seems he chose native trees to plant.

[@daryllerobles7740]

I didn't realize it was a 40-minute video; for me, it was like about 10 minutes long. 😅 Great video and production. I didn't know Siquijor is a secluded island in the Philippines. More videos, por favor! ❤

[@natehovee]

Wow, now this is a great compliment! Thank you ever so much!

[@whatsnext-007]

DITTO!!!👍

[@Ulitawo]

Siquijor Island... the best well kept secret anywhere in the Philippines. I was born and raised in the sleepy town of Lazi, albeit lived in the US since many moons ago now. But I have never parted ways with my beginnings. I still maintain a little "hut" in the "Island of Fire" and I do visit as often as I can. Thank you Nate for showing the world, a glimpse of the true idyllic life in and images of our far-flung little Island. I have never been as proud and as much, realized how pristine and beautiful "my" Island really is, up until I saw this clip. The wonderful tour speaks for itself. Magnificently done indeed.

[@user_222]

Nice vlog. I'm from the Philippines but I never thought that Siquijor is a tourist destination too many beautiful places.

[@benburns5995]

Hi Nate, sorry to have missed your recent livestream and Premier for this video as well. Thanks for this great documentary of Siguijor Island. Looks like you did a great job of covering the famous Caves, beaches, churches and resorts that are part of the Island. As always your video narration, filming and editing skills were top notch. Really enjoyed the underwater sanctuary footage with all of the beautiful colored fish and Sea Turtles. Seeing the White Stone churches and hearing their history was fascinating as well. Nate, again great video and looking forward to your future content.

[@natehovee]

Can't thank you enough for all your encouragement, support, and thoughtful words, Ben! Please do pass on my video link to any friends and/or family who may also find it interesting.

[@lokiunderlens]

your production value increased a lot Nate! Tremendous work!

[@natehovee]

This is a wonderful compliment to receive. Thank you immensely!! Please do share this with family and friends. 😊😊

[@jonathanbuhay4010]

Nate you have beautifully shown us the island of Siquijor and anyone watching this vlog will be enticed to visit the island, myself included. Thank you very much for sharing with us your knowledge of Siquijor. Kind regards!

[@natehovee]

Thank so much!!!

[@wilmols9771]

I love Siquijor stayed there last year 2022 for 3 months and was there too last March for 2 weeks . Candanay Beach is also very nice .

[@erikmichael3493]

Exactly what I would expect from a Nate Hovee vlog. Informative, entertaining and mind blowing documentary about the Philippines 🇵🇭 Siquijor Island. Excellent!! 😊.

[@natehovee]

Awesome and tremendously encouraging comment, Erik!! THANK YOU!

[@MaeFilipinavlog]

What a beautiful place the blue water so clear and 💚 green plants is really look so nice

[@natehovee]

Thanks Mae!! I hope you can visit soon. 😁

[@MSalem-gt5dy]

Your video just proved that Philippines has a lot to offer and you made me proud of the country more for its beautiful islands and SUQUIJOR is one of the must-go-to destinations. You did an excellent job Nate. More power to you and I’m sure your channel will be famous. 👍

[@doc2log]

A few years back, people from Luzon, the rest of the Visayas and Minadanao, no one would dare go to Siquijor due to its unwarranted reputation BUT I'm soo glad that the island has found its niche as a bucolic, peaceful islabd. So now, a lot of people want to live therr but I hope the oeople of Siquijor will orevail and protect their environment and heritage!!❤And wow, those caves and underground springs are amazing!!

[@aryafaesuliman-vd3eu]

I remember back when I was a kid they say Siquijor island is a grave site and that evil came from that island now seeing all this vlogs changed my mind like it's not how I imagined it and I live in Mindanao and I can relate cuz I remember being scared of that place that I made an oath never to go there but how can u not obviously it's a mystical paradise

[@natehovee]

This is encouraging to hear, and I'm glad the video changed your mind for the better! Thank you for sharing this!

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much for sharing this positive comment, @doc2log!

[@Ulitawo]

For many, many years, Siquijor Island and its people have been the butt-end of every negative talk and false tales by most everyone all over the country. As people, we have been ridiculed, looked-down upon, scorned and laughed at, for our culture, our ways, our accent and even our names. As humble as we are, instead of fighting back, we learned to roll-with-the-punches. We rode along and took everything as a pun on jokes. At times though, one could only take so much, so to stop all the nonsense, a threat to put a "curse" on one, would always do the trick... sometimes even an apology. Times have changed. People now, know better. Siquijor Island have remained idyllic and pristine. We as 'Siquiodnons" are as proud as ever and there was never a need to prove ourselves. Today, words have spread... "If you want to visit Siquijor Island, bring U.S. Dollars because that is the monetary unit there." And for the curious... is "Barang", "Paktol" and "Kulam" still being practiced in Siquijor Island? Who knows??? www.flickr.com/photos/41070995@N06/albums/72157622124752044

[@francist.1775]

Great vlog Nate, loved it. Better then other foreign vloggers who showcase certain places without thorough research, no substance and just wants the subscribers. Please explore more of the Philippines and create great videos like this. Thank you. 😊

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much!! This is a very encouraging comment, and I appreciate your kind words and support. 😊

[@RolandJrMacabata]

Our house help while growing up we’re mostly siquihodnon. And the tales they told about their personal experience about the mystical were really something

[@ironorchid]

Thanks for this great video Nate. I'm glad Siquijor really made an effort to preserve the natural beauty of the island. Good job, they also took the opportunity during the pandemic to renovate some of the infras and restore the damages caused by tourism. Siquijor is back to it's original pristine form and i hope it stays that way for a long time.

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@CaptainGyro]

I've been island hopping in SEA for 45 years (we were in Boracay in 1984 when it was just a handful of bamboo huts) and have been living on the beach in Mexico for the las seven years. My wife and I spent seven weeks island hopping in the PI the last December and January. Ended up in Coco Groove in Siquijor and never left until are scheduled flight force us to leave. Coco Groove is the ultimate tropical island resort.

[@timijasminallen3069]

Very impressive ❤ well done Nate!!

[@RP-sk8ts]

Need to know anything about Siquijor? Nate got you covered. This is the only video you need to watch if youre planning to go to this island. Looking forward for more!

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@generrandu1643]

Excellent video representation of Siquijor .

[@pinoyislander4400]

Wow, you did a well job about Siquijor. Nice vlog Nate. This is the 3rd vlog of yours I watched, first was a vlog about the abandoned hospital in Clark in a former US base. Thanks for showing this to the world. God bless.

[@natehovee]

Thank you!! I'm glad you're enjoying my content, and I hope you'll share with friends and family.

[@makani57]

Man, I SO want to live there. It's definitely on my list to see next year when I come to Dumaguete. What a wonderful tour - thanks so much for this! Looking forward to more :-)

[@vlmDA2014]

This is a beautiful and comprehensive vlog on Siquijor.✔️💯👏👏

[@jmomandia]

So exquisitely and painstakingly put together. That's the typical Nate Hovee video. 😊

[@natehovee]

Thank you! It's quite meaningful and encouraging to receive this thoughtful comment. Most definitely appreciated!

[@cewheatonone9567]

Good job Nate! Great attention to detail about interesting aspects of the island.

[@natehovee]

Thank you!! I appreciate you tuning in to the premiere.

[@rosarioarnedo272]

By far, the most comprehensive and informative coverage of Siquijor.

[@jangee8919]

Hi, Nate! You deserve a million subscribers. No fancy color grading or captions needed, your footages are great, and the narration is clear and precise. I love your work!

[@natehovee]

Wonderful to receive such positive feedback! Thank you immensely for your kindness and support, and I hope you'll stay tuned for more videos. 😊

[@jayneh2006]

Men! That cave is heaven!!! So epic!!!😮

[@rosylinhortelano6411]

Our Department of Tourism needs someone like you, Nate! Your vlog shows not only the beauty of the island but you also give a historical background of the place. I never thought Siquijor as an interesting destination at all. But because of your vlog, I am enticed to go and pay a visit. And… Im not even fond of traveling at all! Youre doing a wonderful job here, Nate. Thank you.👍👏👏👏👏

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much! I hope you'll share this with anyone and everyone who might be interested.

[@AlllAboutYou]

Wow Nate welcome back, we missed you! xx Thanks for featuring Siquijor, I will include this on my bucket list when I visit Visayas some time this year.

[@natehovee]

Great to hear, and I hope you can visit soon! Thank you!

[@jasonconcel8825]

Enjoy watching your documentary about Siquijor! ❤❤

[@alfredotorralba6899]

Awesome. Beautiful Siquijor.

[@natehovee]

It's certainly one of the best! Thanks for watching, Alfredo, and please do share!

[@amparomejala5164]

New subscriber here from Washington state and I'm from Cebu city. Thanks for promoting my beautiful country and hope you love it too! Take care and God bless!

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much, and warmest welcome! I greatly appreciate the support, @amparomejala5164.

[@wavemaker2077]

Nate makes very good quality videos. The only problem is that they are far and between. It would be great for the viewers (and to him) if he can upload videos more often. To those who plan to stay in Siquijor longer, they might want to learn more about the malls, grocery stores and restaurants available in Siquijor. They might also be interested in rental apartments in Siquijor.

[@natehovee]

Yes, I hope to upload more videos more often, and I appreciate the support and interest in my content!

[@Ulitawo]

There are no large Department Stores, nor Malls of the big-City types, anywhere around the Island. Except for canopies of tall trees, there are no skyscrapers either. There are no traffic lights, nor flashy neon lights that light up the night life. There are for the most, a few smaller version of a Grocery Store, several Mom-and-Pop stores, and a few smaller franchise operated businesses and Gas stations. There are however many good places to eat but most are run as part of established Resorts or smaller Hotels. One can arrange a stay for longer periods at "Home-Stays", a private house for rent much like AirBnB, anywhere around the Island. Much of the busy businesses are concentrated in the towns of Siquijor, Larena and San Juan. The rest, Lazi, Maria and Talingting are more of a bedroom community. For the past ten years or so, the tourism industry has brought life to the Island but its infra-structure of all kinds are still at its tail end playing catch-up. At the same time, the Islanders are cautious about over-development and instead preserving its eco-system lest it be overrun by the industry's sudden influx of visitors that it can not accommodate. It is after all, a far-flung Island... away from it all.

[@DenG611]

Thanks for the quick history lesson. Siquijor is definitely on my list

[@elizapadua3459]

Now i know how to pronounce the place. Thanks Nate for wonderful narration! Hopefully, in two yrs time I’ll there and visit the place.

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much!!! Please come visit soon. 😊

[@DensDaPens]

I've watched your Pampanga/Clark videos Nate and have enjoyed them so much, but this Siquijor video is proper top notch stuff that you can see on BBC or Nat Geo. Well done!!

[@natehovee]

I greatly appreciate your kind, encouraging comment!! Thank you so very much!

[@whitewave16]

Thank you for this very well composed documentary--it's fun to watch and I learned a lot about the history and current attractions of the island.

[@natehovee]

Wonderful to hear, and thank you for sharing this, Whitewave16!

[@robejercito2624]

comprehensive presentation of what Siquijor is all about and what can it offer.

[@wiver1676]

Thanks Nate for promoting and appreciating the beauty of the Philippines.

[@pinkvelvet3865]

Beautiful nature destination. Good for sharing it to us Nate. Less people and quiet. Most of all a lot of trees which I love the most. I might visit there when I go home this year.

[@jjm5066]

I'm so impressed how you delightfully delivered your narration of this island. You're so informative in describing the island's history... that anyone who would listen to you will be entice to get a flight to this destination!!! I can't wait to hear for more. You're like a professional journalist/broadcadter or even better! I've passed on your KZbin vlog to friends & relatives bc that's how amazing you are! Thank you! P.S. perhaps you can add prices/cost for the activities/ lodging?

[@natehovee]

Thank you so much for this thorough and heartwarming comment, Jenny!! I tremendously appreciate the admiration for my work, encouragement, and tremendous support. Yes, I'm considering another video on Siquijor, which would address the cost of living on the island. Stay tuned for more content, and thanks again!

[@dlrsa2]

Hello Nate! Where have you been? It's been a while. I've been waiting for your new vlog; it has finally arrived! As usual, it is always fun to watch your videos. It feels like I've been there in person. I hope to see more of your vlog soon. Sending my love from the UK! ❤❤

[@natehovee]

Tremendous THANK YOU!! 😁

[@eldagasataya8907]

only from you this time...i was in dumaguete then but afraid of going there...now its seems like an open book to all..but of course with all its magical secrets...keep safe..thanks

[@dlauron2650]

Wow, what an amazing beautiful island. I will definitely add Siquijor to my travel. Thank you Nate for featuring this lovely place.🧚💗💓💓💗🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️🥰🥰

[@evejas31]

Just wow! Nature is amazing there. Now I need to convince Eimantas to go there for our Wedding anniversary 😂❤

[@natehovee]

I'd love to have you both come for a long visit!! Please let me know, and of course I'll show you two around the island. 😊 I hope all is going very well for you and the family!

[@johnlesterpantaleon]

As always, another well put together video. Kudos man!

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much!!

[@floridaaguada4216]

Wow.Its worth to watch your wonderful documentary about Siquihor island.Never been there,Thank you for promoting our tourism as well.Stay Safe Sir Nate❤God bless.😊

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much, and please do share this video with family and friends who may also find it interesting and useful!

[@rosemarieceli-rc1mc]

Hi Nate, from Australia again. I really like the way you make your videos. They're really beautiful. Till the next one again.

[@williepacquin5107]

Very nice cinematic presentation complete with historic narratives of each locale.

[@richellericker7837]

Thanks for coming to my island Siquijor Philippines 🇵🇭

[@matildelerum7814]

Our Islands in the Philippines is no doubt a very beautiful place. Thank you for sharing. I really miss Philippines. Love from NYC

[@budolbes1317]

Top notch in every aspect of the presentation. Nate Hovee is Numero Uno…always👍

[@natehovee]

Wow, what a compliment!! Thank you tremendously, budolbes1317!!

[@sakurmai]

Watching from Sweden 🇸🇪 someday I will visit siquijor

[@natehovee]

Excellent!

[@Thrivinglife3835]

Wow! Thank you Nate for taking the time to learn the history and making this very detail, impressive video.

[@jovenaquino9916]

This is such an in-depth story about Siquijor. You could really see the time and effort exerted in the video, and I highly appreciated it, Nate. What a job well done! Keep it up! and God bless you!

[@natehovee]

Huge THANK YOU!! 😁

[@ernestoernesto3316]

thank you for showing what my beloved country, the Philippines can offer to the world...God bless.

[@mariangonzaga3552]

I just learned your vlog. Amazing description and history of Siquijor

[@josephinedilks2874]

One million 💯 informative best vlogger of. the world ❤❤ From United Kingdom ❤👍👍👍👍

[@jannethrabanes9376]

Thank you so much for exploring our island and for sharing it to everyone ❤

[@natehovee]

It's my pleasure! Thank you!!

[@almaskitchenfoodtravel5988]

Thank you Nate for featuring our island. Don't forget to come over for the fiesta in Larena, same as last year with Jedo,Makval and the rest of the gang doing karaoke!😊

[@natehovee]

I'm so looking forward to seeing you all again!! 😁

[@ReadySetGo113]

You present very well. Is great to see a different type of video from the standard more common videos of accomodation, beachs, food, etc

[@natehovee]

I appreciate this! Thank you so much.

[@VVV-DL]

superb quality journalism. Hope you reach 100k subs this 2023!

[@natehovee]

Thanks so very much!! I appreciate that greatly, @vicherd! Please do share my content with family and friends. 😊

[@maxandmaggie2010]

Thank you for all the info. You are a perfect ambassador of Siquijor and of the Philippines .

[@natehovee]

Tremendously appreciated!! Thank you for all your encouraging words and support, Max and Maggie!

[@mingzhumassage7646]

Thank you for showing us around this island

[@belinabergendahl4665]

Nate, never in my life have I seen the wonders of Siquijor Island. Thanks for the interesting feature. More power to your vlogs!

[@natehovee]

Tremendous thanks for the support!!

[@tomatoes6864]

I love how informative this vlog is. You're a rare gem for a travel youtube. Kudos!

[@natehovee]

Wow, thank you so much!!

[@wlapinig]

this is the probably the most comprehensive informative video about Siquijor

[@natehovee]

Thank you so much!!

[@johnc.6193]

I'll be waiting for your vlog about the Cordilleras😁

[@lydiazafra3476]

Thanks a lot Nate Hovee , I think this is one of the most beautiful scenery in Siquijor , Philippines

[@loveroadtrips9037]

very nice content Nate. i love Siquijor one of my favorite island in the Philippines. Less tourist, beautiful and lot of things to do ❤

[@accruzbayan30]

This is really nice I enjoy watching it 😊❤

[@natehovee]

Thanks Aldrin! Much appreciated, and I'm thankful for your support. Please do share this video with family and friends.

[@kojih2008]

Highly informative..equally or even better than to any commercial tv travel program/videos..Kudos 🎉

[@natehovee]

Massively appreciated! Thank you!

[@tjcben1]

Thanks for this inmersive virtual tour. So much rich heritage and beautiful sceneries. Siquijor will definitely make my bucket list.

[@adeleberino7730]

Very educational most of all. Love your travel vlog & the best one I've seen in showcasing the hidden gems of this part of the Philippines. Thank you!

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@lydiazafra3476]

Wow so many histories in Siquijor , beautiful beaches ty ..

[@coradalida2375]

Perfect journalism, thank you Nate!😊

[@bisayakaayo8595]

dreamy siquijor, so picturesque , so laidback , feels like time stopped there for hundreds of years!

[@veronicaloquias8496]

You never disappoint Great Job

[@natehovee]

Thanks so much!!

[@airforceveteran8515]

Great job Nate for covering the history of Siquijor! Well done, I will definitely visit this island when I go home one again! The Department of Philippine Tourism should hire you as a speaker of their tourism industry.

[@natehovee]

Thank you so much, and yes, please do visit Siquijor soon! Wishing you terrific travels ahead! 😊

[@julesdeguzman320]

New subscriber from California. Just happened to come across your channel and so glad I did! Your vlog so informative, well written and just really enjoyable to watch. I’ve learned so much of my native country through your vlogs. Thank you👏🏼👏🏼🇵🇭

[@natehovee]

Thanks for subscribing, Jules, and warmest welcome! Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words, and I hope to see you at upcoming premieres on my channel. 😊 Best wishes to you from across the Pacific!

[@Cinnmonral]

Wow. Its like watching mainstream docu vids. More power..

[@mahoganyhaneco-farm7520]

Wow! I like it! This is one of the most comprehensive travelogue I've watched for Siquijor Island. I wish, we could be featured when the right time come. Congrats Nate!

[@theAnxiouschristian]

I feel like watching a documentary on par, if not better than what's commonly aired in commercial productions

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@napoleonraroque3210]

Very good and nice presentation of sequijor visited it in 2009 yet

[@librengpagkain]

Amazing! Thank you so much, Nate! I've been a fan since your first videos. Great production and storytelling. You're amazing!

[@gericornista8133]

Another fantastic job here Nate! Philippines Department of Tourism is surely very happy & thankful for this again! And Siquijor of course! Best vlog/endorsement of Siquijor I've seen so far!!

[@natehovee]

Thank you so much!!

[@algrand52]

Wow! Probably the best destination vlog about Siquijor that I've ever watched. The Philippine tourism board couldn't have done a better job. Great work, Nate. And thank you.

[@natehovee]

What a great compliment!! Massive thanks. 😊

[@keep8simple982]

thank you...this is a superb documentary...need to leave the chat now...see you siquijor

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@teregabane4176]

Mr Nate thanks forfeaturin our country and siquijor island one of the best island intha philippines

[@natehovee]

Thank you!!

[@tibaypressie1]

The best narrator and what a beautiful place to see. I’m a nature lover and this is perfect. I wanted to watch more of Philippines islands ❤️👍

[@marlondelavega2185]

A video presentation par excellence. Nicely put. Mabuhay!

[@bornonjuly7052]

Wow another beautiful vlog documentary. Thanks Nate!

[@susana7334]

Wow, I really enjoyed watching this video! Awesome Siquijor grand tour, Nate. Siquijor is such a beautiful place in the Philippines, a paradise for nature lover like me who grew up in Baguio City but currently resides in San Diego, CA. Thanks God for blessing Filipinos with so many beautiful places and rich natural resources in the Philippines that makes us unique and feel so blessed/grateful to live in a paradise, a piece of heaven on earth. Excellent job well done in showcasing the beauty of Siquijor,Nate! Thank you and God bless you for inspiring me and others to check out beautiful Siquijor someday.

[@natehovee]

Thank you so very much, Susana!! I'm incredibly grateful for your rewarding remarks. Warmest wishes to you!