Siquijor Witches Part 1 | Filipino Legend

[@TravelBeans]

Really sorry guys, but for some reason this has uploaded in 480 instead of 1080. After we release part 2, we will release them together as one long vlog in 1080p. Going to blame it on the witches, first my laptop broke for the first time editing this so got delayed releasing this and now this 😂

[@DiPaTravelVlogs]

Travel Beans Can't wait for the complete part to plop out and show it to Dion on telli. I know I keep saying it over and over, but man! I love the intro! ❤💛💚💙💜 They get better and better. ***dreams away about living in the Philippines*** 😍

[@izzy7ph519]

Nice intro.... nice exit as well for Part 1... creepy!!! ... 😨 Can't wait for Part 2 ... 😄

[@Groon25]

Well, I think the witch is tech savvy maybe he/she is controlling your uploads 😂😂😂.Finally! Emma looks like in the Hunger Games setting in that moment when the birds were chirping in the background. But Im confused, harry potter is there as well... 🤔🤔🤔😂😂😂😂

[@arjayagustin1288]

Travel Beans i'm a filipino & i'm 30 years old...yes the legend exist since i was 4....😁😂

[@zurbehringer4735]

Travel Beans maybe the witches did aomethin to it

[@femr3602]

As a historical context to these “witches”, prior to the Spanish conquests, the healers of the people are women called “babaylan/catalonan”. When the Spanish came, the Catholic friars demonized these healers as witches in order to facilitate the acceptance of the Filipinos of Catholicism. Looking forward to Part 2.

[@DougMcTitties6969]

I remember my RPH Professor said that the early Filipinos favored the friars due to their superior supernatural power cuz they displayed supernatural abilities that surpasses their native healers. It is because of the “Man of Prowess” culture of the Filipinos, the more supernatural abilities you show the more you prove yourself to be the leader. The early Filipinos willingly submit themselves to the friars because of that.

[@hundsam2929]

I’m Filipino living in California and I feel like I’m tourist in my own country...thanks for sharing your vlogs

[@porkchop2325]

Hugs to hugs

[@user-sh2nv6vz6l]

Do be careful meeting a magkukulam they are evil sorcerer They are the nemesis of healer witches.

[@jeffronylpausal5395]

Witches in Siquijor do exists 😂 They're just hiding their identity, I believe. But they won't actually harm you unless you harm them first.

[@ladyEnchantressGarden]

True. Even in the cities there are both in and out of coven.

[@indigo-streak9912]

Yeah. Names have power so if any of them gives their name and admit they're a witch they can expect _a few asshole witches_ to take advantage of this. A good rule of thumb for any witch: Keep quiet and practice.

[@ambiepotolin6853]

You look like Harry Potter( Daniel Radcliff)! 😀

[@trixiegarcia9156]

Parang gusto ko din matutu nyan gusto ko maging witch hehe

[@harvestmoon1033]

Witches are pretty much all over the world

[@microxas]

Albularyo. (AL-BOO-LAR-YO) faith healer. Its exist since pre-colonial times. They do perform healing, exorcism, massage (HILOT) and bewitching (KULAM) . it exist mostly in a remote area in the whole Philippines especially those places where medical services are not accessible. Sometimes rural settlers would rather see the albularyo than the doctors. It is cheaper for them.

[@atengvolley5749]

Michael Roxas ... or quack doctors, let me just add. Remote areas in d phils don't hav quick access to professional doctors so residents resort to these healers who practically learned from their oldies who heal on a trial-&-error method. Btw... i luuuuuv syquijor even if i haven't been there. As soon as i can afford, it's my first go-to ❤️

[@chrismeister15]

I've seen so many travel vlogs about the Philippines and it's mostly about Boracay or the other beaches so I really enjoyed this one because it's unique!! Keep up the amazing work guys!

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks! We're so glad you liked it! We had such an amazing day exploring Siquijor :)

[@wahleedtaula2097]

The cinematic effect is so lit. Can't wait for the part 2.

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it :D

[@defyme1464]

Filipinos are loud guys, sorry for that. That is how we share our positive vibes with everyone - that was really intense indeed! :-D

[@TravelBeans]

It was great meeting them, they were a lot of fun.

[@defyme1464]

Travel Beans hehehe

[@littlesparrow34]

I'm Fili and sometimes I'm annoyed with too loud fellow pinoys. I can't see much positive with loud noisy people lol taking over the scene. Not all Filipinos are acting like those. Luck I wasn't there.

[@psjsushi321]

I’m quiet but Americanized so I def get it my ppl be loud af🇵🇭🤣🤣🤣

[@antoinefigafetta6405]

All foreigners are showcasing their beach experiences and you guys are hunting the Faith healers..Lol...weird and entertaining video :-))

[@TravelBeans]

Haha glad to be different

[@luckyjazzy1060]

Hahahah! It's quite unique though😉

[@Hazelnuttie]

I love that you show these things too. It highlights different aspects of the Filipino culture. The beaches are amazing, but there are also other interesting stuff in our culture.

[@hundsam2929]

They got curious of what locals beliefs on this island...they want to find out if this one true...white peps are more brave whenever they’re curious but Filipino easy to believe without seeing it

[@vernonnery22]

Witches? No problem. You have Harry Potter right there beside you. Nice intro BTW.

[@chocoluver18]

vernon nery 😆😆😁

[@johnkevinsilagan9139]

vernon nery that's what I think too

[@RoseRose-ly1ee]

Revnon Ryne ahahaha

[@dibax33]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@CoccinelleMiraculeux]

Omg... he does look like Harry Potter...! But that's a compliment!

[@doughsoshi4382]

Healers and people who practice such stuff are common in remote islands and mountians in the Philippines. Commonly healing is practiced by doing faith or spiritual massage. 😅

[@defyme1464]

Ah, that's so sweet of you guys, thank you for appreciating the filipinos. :-) It is indeed an honor to have you here on the country, grateful and happy to hear from you. :-)

[@christinel4569]

My family is from this Island ! Haven't been there since I was 7. It's still so beautiful . Can't wait for part 2

[@greyekko]

In Bohol (where my parents are from), blowing smoke (using a Tobacco leaf) on one's back is a traditional way of healing people from his/her tummy discomfort, fever, sprain, and other pains one might be feeling in his/her body. We call it "Buhot". I think healers also use that style of healing to drive away negative energy/bad spirits wished upon a person by another ("Gibuyagan").

[@DivertLiving]

hahaha 480 or not that was a great way to end it! Very catching and leaving people with question. Your storytelling is geting better which makes your vlogs better and better everytime!

[@drewlistones]

He looks like the grown up Harry Potter

[@vamoalla9]

It's not a legend. It's real.

[@porkchop2325]

Legends are real😶 😯 😲

[@johnyboy6664]

Enchanted island of my beloved Philippines..how I wish I could visit there and enjoy the peace and quiet..You guys are really lucky to visit paradise..

[@Kennclarete]

Healing is something that's very old in the Philippines. You will find it in almost all rural areas.

[@vonvon1188]

Guys, your music scores give me chills. Man. Hahaha! Great frames, compositions and transitions. New subscriber here! Great great great job guys!!!

[@TravelBeans]

Aw thanks so much! We LOVED making these videos!

[@judimayagma199]

I been waiting your vlog Travel beans...finally you've upload new one.

[@TravelBeans]

Hope you enjoyed it. Our laptop broke for about 4 days so got delayed until it was fixed.

[@Hazelnuttie]

Next time you go, you should try Davao. It is in Mindanao (which is deemed to be “more dangerous”, but I feel like it’s actually safe). Try going to Samal island in Davao. My friends and family went to Giant Clam Sanctuary and the corals are still in good condition and well protected

[@albertteng1191]

davao is very safe, safer than in japan

[@vladimirsiddayao9171]

Their power is inherited to them, and it will to generation to generation. The power can cure but there's a bad side, if someone appears in their dreams (even someone close to them) they have no choice but to do something bad to that person, otherwise it will make them weak or they get sick.

[@deathmare456]

It depends

[@nyxstart8642]

Not really that accurate. There’s something called being a “generational witch”.Witchcraft is a practice and anyone can get into it. Every witch practices differently and saying that they have NO CHOICE but to harm someone or they’ll get weak or sick is not true at all.

[@gigiiswifeyy]

I went to Siquijor a few years ago and i still remember, upon arriving in the tiny port I felt chills (in a good way). The water in the port was so clear and turquoise even though the weather was super gloomy. It really felt magical!! I really felt that there was some sort of spiritual being/energy surrounding the island. Siquijor is so beautiful and underrated. Thanks for making this video! I know for sure to go back and learn more about the witches. My great grandfather was a healer but sadly he passed away before I could learn more about his gift.

[@mathewgarcia7549]

Ancestral territory of the Great Witches in the Philippines , Siquijor is the most Sacred place for all Fililipino Witches 🌟

[@bingbondal8106]

Interesting video and adventure..It is a Filipino thing that they love to have pictures even to foreigners.

[@Spy359]

I think the Filipino cultural tradition of "faith healing" has been practiced by non - modern healers of long ago. But only in the very hinterlands does it continue to thrive in the Philippines.

[@little_greta]

Thank you for showcasing our dear island. Proud Sijuijodnon here💙

[@rhomallado2888]

This feels like I am watching a Blair Witch Project type of movie. With the home video camera and the actors did something foolish and then everything went wrong, creepy and scary. Hahahaha. Always stay safe you two. Love the both of you. BTW, there are really scary stories about witches or "mangkukulam" as we call it Filipino in Siquijor. There is a worse kind of witch and we call them "mambabarang". This type of witch will put curse on you and all sort of crawling insects, worms and bugs will get out of your body like in your mouth, ears, nose and sometimes there are inside your skin. There is also a mythical creature from urban legend known as "Aswang", that according to the legend, they originated from Siquijor. They are shapeshifters. They devour human organs like liver, heart, intestines. It scared the sh*t out of me when I was little. Anyway, it was nice to see a new video from you guys.

[@FoodieA1C]

Love the cinematics. I can only dream of doing that in such a beautiful location. Healers and witches notwithstanding, thank you for taking the time to bring such scenery to life. 👏

[@peterrillera8624]

Dont forget to say tabi tabi po when passing through a big forest area or a big tree so as not to offend the spirits dwelling there.

[@takeahike858]

Peter Rillera tabi tabi po as I know it, is something you say when you see a termite mound because it is believed that a troll like creature will curse you if you don’t announce your respect as you pass near.

[@almostaussie4768]

Siquijor is home and Island of witches and its mystic! before it become the tourist destination. People/filipinos are scared to go there because of the lores :) We believe in those

[@MrSinfulm3]

Best intro ever on your whole trip to Philippines..

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks, I really liked this one

[@jcej6197]

You really impress me with your cinematography. How I love it, just like movie! This is the best Siquijor video I have seen, thank you!

[@jenniferdavis2110]

I'm a Filipina living in NY ...you guys has to be very careful out there..it's not a joke! ASWANGS are real!

[@TheTravelingClatt]

ooooolala loved this oneeee

[@zegzezon5539]

*_Stunning View!_* _Beyond the folklore, _*_Siquijor_*_ is a bewitching land of fine beaches with pristine waters._

[@TravelBeans]

Agreed.. such a beautiful island!

[@janpe821]

I really love being Filipino. Hshaha being loud is my personality haha

[@TravelBeans]

haha that's why it's more fun in the philippines!

[@rothoveb]

I really enjoyed the cinematography and the energy of this video. Loved the interaction with the fun Filipino family...definitely made me smile. Looking forward to part 2...Keep up the great work!

[@joevicmeneses8918]

Can't wait for part 2, excitiiiiing !!

[@josedaugsaliot]

Thank you guys for visiting the island of siquijor. I'm proud to be siquijorian. GOD BLESS

[@Jeanetteslagt]

I live on Siquijor, and we rather call them faith healers.

[@fegumahad5226]

yes your right... I live in siquijor also

[@neotheone2792]

@@fegumahad5226 gusto ko lang malaman totoo ba na kaya nila kumontrol ng mga bagay2x na nakikita ng mata mo?

[@dazzling9606]

@@rossellebondoc6263, okay 👌

[@dazzling9606]

@@rossellebondoc6263, daming Rosselle Bondoc sissy

[@miguelmaya5078]

Terrific.... Glory to Lord Christ Jesus works of His ✋ hand just so amazing..... May GOD blessed you both... keeping you safe for exploring and presenting wonderful video blog....

[@angeluxic]

Witches are very common in Philippines. Our country people who commonly grew or as we speak of "tubong pilipino" aren't freaked out because it's part of our culture, such as traditional healers like an "albulariyo" or a traditional witch "mangkukulam". I personally respect these people because they were part of our history. I was even blessed and naturally born with a third eye, so maybe my ancestor was a witch. All in all, Filipino witchcraft is creepy (I swear, in colonial times, dark magick was everywhere), but I don't mind visiting a witchcraft woman to aid me.

[@tomifalkerson4509]

Man can’t wait for part 2... how was it?

[@atlasgunther8947]

was it ever uploaded?

[@eiggonz3755]

PART 2 PLEASE...thank you in advance

[@TravelBeans]

I am working on it. I will be as fast as I can, hopefully Wednesday!

[@elizabethlibresshibahara5798]

I'm a Boholana been living Japan for 26 years now and it's been 10 years since my last visit there in 2008 so,it's really funny watching your videos and you have amazing character.thanks for travelling my country and watching your videos helped my kamingaw nabawasan ng konti.upload more from Bohol please.or if you're there yet visit my parents in Alicia Town.in a little barrio called Caupig my parents name are Destong& Lydia Libres.

[@rosie3177]

Just woke up from a dream that I was in a voodoo place was a bit scared and curious and so I searched Siquijor and I found your vlog. Never regret watching the vlog!!😍 I’m a Filipino as well but never been to Siquijor maybe I’ll visit soon because of this.

[@VanishingKaizer]

When we visit the island, we respect the locals, smile at them not because of the witchcarft they know but because they're friendly. Its a peaceful island.

[@heyitsme5928]

I live here in the Philippines and grew up with stories about witches so pls take care guys

[@leticiaperez9146]

For us, more beautiful than our beaches is BATANES! It'll transport you to another place and time. It's like being in New Zealand.

[@loveamorenukiz8742]

SIQUIJOR IS A VERY QUIET AND BEAUTIFUL PLACE, JUST LIKE U GUYS I REALLY LOVE TO GO TO OTHER PROVINCES BEACAUSE IM A NATURE LOVER, I LOVE D SMELL OF A GRASS, TREE AND ALSO D BREEZE, AND THE PEOPLE IN THE PROVINCE ARE ALWAYS HAPPY,

[@bethexgaming5010]

Hey I Live in Siquijor at Candanay Sur, Siquijor Siquijor

[@doc2log]

OMG , the same healer did "bolobolo" on me and a bunch of my classmates...and we are a bunch of physicians on a reunion-vacation on the island! lol! By the way, your cinematics are gorgeous!!

[@TravelBeans]

Haha no way, what did you think of it?

[@doc2log]

Oh we just went along with it, at the tour guide's behest. We have a Filipino saying for it " Bahala na!" or in Spanish - "Que sera sera!" Whatever will be, will be! Just for experience I guess, but it was ok! I have grown to love Siquijor a lot though! It was the very mysterious island of my childhood when our ship passes by it coming from Cagayan de Oro City where I grew up. But I am glad that it is only now being discovered otherwise the island people's way of life would be very urban like the other big islands in the country.! Enjoy the rest of your stay in the country and safe , happy travels!!

[@zairaeloisearagasi3671]

I'm a 12-Year-Old Filipina Girl and watching this on July 11, 2020 1:44 AM

[@anastaciagawili]

Hi! It is traditional practice and the elders said you have to have faith to be healed. So Good luck I hope you found the authentic ones😜❤️🇵🇭🇨🇦😀

[@cookingfilipinostylelutongbaha]

480 not really bad.... For me its about content.... And that was really fun guys....to my fellow Filipino that was so hilarious.... 😂😂😂😂

[@methsiah5720]

the filipino attitude can be really contagious

[@jaycardcast]

I really admire that you gys are not afraid to go on places for the first time.. I just remembered the movie "Wrong Turn"

[@user-cv2jb8lz8i]

You don't wanna make fun of them 😏 my grandma told a story to me my great grandfather died because the MANGKUKULAM or lets say dark witch cursed him because they had an argument or something and the witch hated him and cursed him then when it was midnight insects started coming out from his eyes , nose , ears and mouth there were so many kinds of insects like cockroach , centipedes , worms and many other ones after that he was found dead Well no filipinos doesn't know about the stories of mangkukulams , my great grandfather himself was a albularyo or a healer and he does some exorcism he passed his powers to my grandma before he died my grandma does a healing too she told me her father gave him the notebooks full of spells latins for some rituals , when my grandma was young she does exorcism but for doing that there was an danger too , my grandma says that some strong entity will ask for something something so important to my grandma and the result of that they took my uncle's life my grandma had 4 daughters and 2 sons but the entity took one of his son and the other son died in illness Its interesting right ? Philippine's urban legends i have many of them because of my grandma she claims that she could see entities so she tells us stories about it 😁

[@growingwildheather]

Very cool. Can't wait to see part 2! Natural healing is usually the best way to go, especially if they deal with energies!! I hope I was cool...ooo part 2... Lol

[@Betchaiandkidsworld]

You are lucky to find one!!! Beautiful video my friend. I haven’t been to Sequijor but watching this video makes me feel like I am actually in this beautiful place 💕😘😁👍

[@regineinao134]

I hope you guys enjoying your stay here in the island. I hope you discover more of the hidden treasure here in SIQUIJOR. proud siquijorian here. Cant wait to watch part 2. 😜😁

[@charmaenowings]

Thank you for coming in our island. 😘😘

[@enshongdatuin300]

That intro was awesome! ❤

[@TravelBeans]

Thanks so much!!

[@bisayakaayo8595]

omg i love this video, the opening feels like an eerie creepy mini documentary, great job guys! cant wait to see the next one!

[@edgartejadilla8734]

You have now experienced how welcoming and friendly Filipinos are, they say hospitality in the Philippines is as warm as the weather, 45Celsius plus the out of this world VIEWtiful islands, the crystal clear blue water, white sand beach, the sandbars, the FUNtastic night life, so please comeback soon and we want you to explore, enjoy and discover a lot more about the Philippines, and also we want to see more of your vlogs. Take care guys.

[@ericdelapena1973]

Hi! The drone video on the first part of this video, was it in Siquijor?

[@babybossaeron530]

You can't never see that kind of a place in Europe, where many trees and plant are living. A tropical place where you can plant a tree anytime anywhere, and the sound and smell of the place are totally nature.....

[@alimbuyugin67]

couldn't write everything wanted to say coz the witches prevented me from doing so........you guys are very brave. what you are doing is the ultimate definition of adventure...i love your vlogs and i'm always praying for your safety.

[@terryuera9789]

thanks for sharing your moment in Philippines..I love it..now I'm one of your subscribers..take care guy's

[@JJsJourney]

Too bad about the quality guys, but it really didn't take anything away from the storytelling - it was really great! 😄 Great cliffhanger at the end, can't wait for part 2!! 😊

[@ferryanolin6707]

We didn't see any during our stay there. The beaches are beautiful! We had a great time at the fish spa. So serene and peaceful.

[@rainatplay7610]

The lady looks like a movie star. Very nice couple:)

[@jarldelrosario691]

Hi im from the philippines the witches that heal are called albularyo

[@justiceempire1170]

Witches in Siquijor recently eradicates the stigma of calling themselves as such since they really do perform great works of healing as well as destruction. But today, they wanted to renew such image. Most of the great Witches and Healers comes from Siquijor. So do not mess around with them. Such old & creepy stories bring a lot of enchantment & attraction to dat small island.

[@queencontrol9347]

very beautiful water very clear....awesome

[@arbengagam129]

The last music is creeping me out...but also teasing me to watch the second part nice vid. You guys know how to live real life 👏👏👏👊👊

[@clarkvienumadan1641]

this is a pretty cool adventure.its like were watching a movie witches.looking forward part 2.soooocoool!

[@username9657]

Hi Travel Beans...if you want to see witches...get here in Luzon in the place called Quiapo...there's a place there that sells "witch stuffs" and "amulets"...finding a witch there will be more easier...

[@defyme1464]

Another epic day guys. :-) I loved the vibes so much!

[@TravelBeans]

So glad you liked it :)

[@defyme1464]

Travel Beans of course - you are my everyday pill. :-)

[@unitedkingdomphilippines2910]

Emma i watched also your old vlog, you are similar face with tulisa...why you dont try to explore in northern luzon to change, and make some different vlog like history about philippines ..

[@misterblue2625]

Filipinos energy are so viral arent they?

[@albertteng1191]

Aah yes the witches and sorcerers of siquijor. Been there only once and i did experience some weird things there. Like when we first arrived there, it was a very hot sunny day. We went to a shed and asked an old local lady for some cold water. The kind lady smiled and went inside and came back with a glass of water. But the water was hot, boiling hot. So i gave the glass back and told her i wanted cold water. She looked at me and said the water is cold. So i took the water back to proved to her that it was hot. But when i touched the glass, the water was indeed cold and condensation starts forming. She just smiled at me. Well, long story short, i didnt drink the water. I think im not thirsty anymore

[@pajimacas]

Harry Potter in search of witches... How cool is that? 😁 Hope you enjoyed the magic of Isla Del Fuego (Siquijor)...

[@hansmatthewluceni5521]

I heard that the spell speak in latin when they perform witchcraft

[@skypink_bbba2840]

Nice watching your blog. Got surprised my sister Marilyn with her family is in this video.

[@betelgeuse286]

Nice video, great edting as if im watching a movie. You've got one new subscriber!

[@mrtv1302]

Well thought of sound track at the beginning. It is a joy to watch you guys.

[@drexeljrcanasa8528]

Love this video. I was anticipating this.

[@heavensflame4598]

2019 comin home :) siquijor!!

[@bjong0516]

I'm a Filipino from Philippines love the beaches💜💜💜💜💖💖💖

[@TravelBeans]

Filipino beaches are AMAZING!

[@kristineverano2957]

Thank u guys. Some other foreigners only see the ugly part of the Philippines and the Filipino. But u see the good in us. Thank you, keep on smiling, laughing and enjoy our nature.

[@EmmanuelGPaz]

Thank you for being kind in our country. You're welcome. 😉

[@Mhike177]

Didn’t even realise it’s 480, but then again I was watching on my mobile lol. I thought you could change it to 1080 (or 4K) on the video settings of the vid?

[@John-nb1ri]

After years of Christianization by the Catholic Church since the Colonization Era.. The 'Barang culture' or witch culture still survives.. It is very fascinating..

[@lemonadejuice6340]

Ayyyy, nice that your enjoying our island. I'm a legit Siquijodnon

[@justrandom7649]

Oh wow, love these vlogs!! New subscribers here.. the cinematics are freaking awesome!!

[@TravelBeans]

Aw thanks so much!! 🙌

[@jefftusing8976]

A traditional method of healing especially for those people don't have access to hospitals or clinics. You should try "HILOT" basically it's like a massage but more intense and you feel better once you try it.

[@DGRjarred]

I saw an insect pass through the screen at 10:45!😀.....It freaked the hell out of me!