We’re going to Bantayan in January, and I am so happy I found this vlog. This channel has most detailed itinerary, accomodation and tours for Bantayan. Thank you so much!
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Cheers! I'm actually working on another accommodation in Bantayan island. With a number of cheaper options. Hope you will love your time when you go.
@lelilalala23262 жыл бұрын
10 Marlin 0:49 9 Pearl of Santa Fe 3:00 8 Santa Fe Beach Club 5:15 7 Ogtong Cave Resort 6:43 6 Jelly Haven Resort 9:12 5 Kota Beach 11:26 4 Hoyohoy Villas 14:11 3 Coral Blue Oriental Villas & Suites 15:41 2 Anika Island Resort 17:09 1 Amihan Beach Cabanas 18:51
@nami85716 күн бұрын
Thank you very much !! its very hopefully . My first trip on my own to Philippines to Cebu .... looking to go bantayan Island
@tynb43382 жыл бұрын
So nice of you to put up a content like this. Very detailed!!
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Cheers. I put a lot if work into it so I could help others.
@sandzzzzz0222 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Really detailed and informative. You did an amazing job!
@FindingParadise22 күн бұрын
Thanks a lot! I really love Bantayan, my favourite island in Cebu. Hope you enjoy your trip there
@sandzzzzz0220 күн бұрын
@@FindingParadise yeah I'm planning to relocate to Cebu and I'm going through all your vids. They're really helpful. 👍👍👍
@FindingParadise20 күн бұрын
Thanks! I mostly travel in the drier months so i can see Cebu's beaches at their best!
@edmundcarew72352 жыл бұрын
Again, an amazingly detailed review with loads of useful information. It deserves 158,000 views not 15,800 but it'll receive more every months as it'll remain a useful resource for at least the next couple of years. Extremely well done, Rob Brand. We have to love how Rob doesn't just give us the schmaltzy presentation of so many other KZbinrs who pretend everything is first class and wonderful. Instead, Rob qualifies his reviews. If a breakfast is 'average' or a room 'rustic' (a code word for 'not so good', 'dated' or 'very basic lacking mod cons or even expected facilities') Rob will tell us without fear or favour.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Edmund. The video doing well! Bantayan is not as big tourist destination as some other places. Maybe with the runway extention which will allow flights direct from Manila things will change.
@edmundcarew72352 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise Your substantive videos help make prospective travellers - Filipinos and others - aware there's more to Philippines than Boracay. A gradual process.
@namduarte72212 жыл бұрын
Yaaay. I've been searching for a beach resort to stay in Bantayan, so happy i found this vlog. Thank you. 🥰
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I just released another video on some resorts that didn't make that list and im doing a part 2 now. In case you're looking for something cheaper.
@bedside2seaside2 жыл бұрын
We appreciate the thoroughness but compact and not boring presentation. It is informative and therefore helpful.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I try to put a lot of work into them so people find it useful.
@micky70283 жыл бұрын
Rob they must be thinking off putting a statue off you in the main square the great advertising you give this wonferful place, next year when it hopefully opens back up for international tourism ill ne sinning myself there, keep up the good work m8👍
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Let's all hope things are back to (some) normality here. We all need a slice of paradise like this.
@CJW75 Жыл бұрын
I stayed at Amihan for three nights. Loved it so much. So peaceful and felt so secluded even though it was just a short walk to the town.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
Yeah it's an awesome place to stay. I hope I can get back there one day soon.
@yodathejedi3 жыл бұрын
Thanx! Good one! Hoping for a trip july 2022. I think as a family (2 kids 14, 17) it will be a bit harder to find family rooms but Jellys had at good prices :) But Amihan was the one I liked the most.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Cheers. Hopefully things will be better then.
@ImStabo3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I agree with your picks, have stayed in many of them.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Great minds think alike! Got to work on the rest of the acommodation in Bantayan video now. There are still some decent places to stay.
@redranger5183 жыл бұрын
Great Video and details about the hotels, It's on my list to visit
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm working on the rest now..
@mjlayak26802 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the detailed review!
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, hope it helped 😊
@acedesteen78782 жыл бұрын
This is sooo detailed and helpful! Thank you so much for this! Now we have an idea which resort we'll be staying @Bantayan, Cebu ❤️
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I've done some other vids in Bantayan on things to see and do and also other accommodation options. These were my fav places to stay. I spent around 3 months there so I was able to go into more details. Have fun in Bantayan.
@acedesteen78782 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise Yep! Already watched all of your videos regarding Bantayan. Thank you so much for the details! ❤️ Nice content!
@daffyduck73283 жыл бұрын
We stayed at kota beach resort based on your recconmendation it was awesome ty Rob.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
No worries, going back again I still love the place :)
@chubbychic5495 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video. Planning to go to Bantayan Island next time I visit the Phlippines. Your video gave me the opportunity to scout the places to stay before booking for accomodations.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
Cheers, Bantayan is my fav island in Cebu. Well worth a visit. Hope you find the perfect place to stay. Enjoy paradise when you go!
@chiyourmobilewellness83642 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I love the honeymoon suite, the outside bathroom too.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
No worries. Hope u enjoyed 🙂 should be nice weather there?
@cerinabuytrago12742 жыл бұрын
Im new subcribers happy to hear you sir you been there our place Bantayan island all nice beach resorts..im from bantayan island but now cant go there bcz im here in hongkong working. I really miss my place Bantayan island
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. It's an awesome place to visit!
@ShanghaiSam1 Жыл бұрын
My fiancee and I stayed at Hoyohoy Villas on our first visit to Bantayan Island and we enjoyed our stay there. This past April we stayed in a beach house near Santa Fe Beach Club, Bantayan Island is a nice place to visit and fortunately for us a nearby attraction as my fiancee lives in northern Cebu Island.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
Did you book that beach house on Airbnb?
@ShanghaiSam1 Жыл бұрын
I found it on Agoda, Micky Santoro beach front house
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
They (Micky Santoro) have a few places in Santa Fe. I haven't been to their beach front property yet. Cheers
@HVACMD20023 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Rob!
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I put a lot of work into it
@mar-rosesadventuresabroad5911 Жыл бұрын
Wow. It’s a paradise. Thanks for sharing this very informative video.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
No worries it's a beautiful spot in the Philippines ❤️
@polly90723 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a great tour of the island. It is very informative and hopefully by 2023 we can visit the Philippines.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, they need international tourists back!
@polly90723 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise yes very true. Here in Europe we are using Greenpass meaning if you are vaccinated you can get this and we are back travelling around europe without such strict protocol that Philippines is doing. And the liquor ban, what is that all about? Only in the Philippines. Based on your reviews we will try to find our place to stay😉so far, Bantayan is awesome!😊
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
I think they will implement that as well here. The thought behind the liquor ban is that it stops socialising or trys to reduce it, whether that works I don't know. Thanks, glad you found it helpful. I'm working on the other resorts/hotels that didn't make the top list. Keep safe.
@polly90723 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise thank you, and you keep safe aswell. Waiting for more awesome vlogs😉
@AussieAdventurer2 жыл бұрын
great work mate, just what I was looking for. I had planned to go up there and do the research as what you did...cheers buddy- you saved me a lot of time and $$$ :-) -
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate. I did a couple of other vids on the other accommodation options they didn't make it on this one. Hope you enjoy Bantayan :)
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
I did some other videos on cheaper options. These were just the best of the lot.
@dischotecho66163 жыл бұрын
top 3 is added to my list!
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Haha, all 10 are pretty good including the other highly recommended ones :)
@somebodysgonna96032 жыл бұрын
👏 amazing review rob. Thank you, i really appreciate your efforts in creating mazing videos. Its very helpful. My go to channel whenever i want to travel. 😎
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Cheers, appreciate it. I'm working on some stuff on Boracay but my laptop is broken and I need to fix it
@boyonggi2 жыл бұрын
Will visit the island again later this year. Booked a room in Amihan. 😁
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Hope I could get back there later, miss it. Have an awesome stay there in paradise :) ⛱
@boyonggi2 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise you'll be back there for sure. My first time there was last October of 2019. Stayed in Anika. 😊
@boyonggi2 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise I'll be visiting on November.
@kevinmarmartinez92672 жыл бұрын
Went there last 2018 in Kota. It is superb.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's a nice place, such a beautiful spot to stay with those amazing views ❤
@williamruiz44322 жыл бұрын
I hope to see you in Bantayan! 😊
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Maybe one day!
@chasetopsecret20182 жыл бұрын
Great videos really appreciate all the work u put into this. I really like that you show menus and hotel prices, however it is too quick instead of a 1 second pause maybe a 3 second pause would be easier to screen shot or pause. Thanks so much for the details
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback I appreciate it. Cheers.
@chasetopsecret20182 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise and I appreciate your reviews we are staying at jellys haven first week of april got 3 rooms for the family. Who knows where we would have went without your videos!
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
@@chasetopsecret2018 Great. Their front rooms are really nice. Very colorful beachfront! Hope you enjoy. I did some vlogs on what to see and do there if you need ideas! Have fun in paradise 🏖
@tsunut709 Жыл бұрын
thank you for this video very informative.. 👍👍👍👍
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
No worries. Glad it helped. Hope you enjoy Bantayan Island:) It's my fav island in Cebu. If you need ideas on what to to do I did a 3 part series of vlogs starting here kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaaudJhtrZZri7s
@sonnytsbr7 ай бұрын
Good job mate
@FindingParadise7 ай бұрын
Cheers mate
@MarzalYordan6 ай бұрын
that is best island at cebu island,bantayan island❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍
@FindingParadise6 ай бұрын
I agree!
@Layput2 жыл бұрын
The only downside to bantayan is the difficult transportation. You would need at least 6 hours to reach it from the nearest airport.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
True. But they have recently extended for larger aircraft the airport there. So you will be able to fly direct like from Manila. I guess it will take a bit for demand to pick up for this though. When people start to travel more.
@mercymasangya26993 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sir to show all about in my own place here in Bantayan island. Hopefully you comeback again together your Family and friends sir. Happy watching here from BANTAYAN ISLAND CEBU.. God bless you always Sir..
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome I had a fantastic time there. I made 3 videos on all the best things to do in Bantayan Island as there's so much to see and do! Im currently editing a video now on the other hotels that didn't make this list. Yes I'd love to go back soon
@elyaniham9842 Жыл бұрын
Hey ! Can you tell me All the details? We have a plan . Hope you can help . I really appreciate it .
@jedgo53042 жыл бұрын
Awesome Review Rob! Which resort would you say is the most luxurious one (Up Market)?
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Well there's nothing 5 star. But casita room an Amihan resort is nice. A balcony overlooking the ocean. They were building a jacuzzi when I was there, so you may want to check with resort if it's completed yet. You can see the room and view in the video. Cheers.
@kevinsoundmixer3 жыл бұрын
Oooooh the video we've been patiently waiting for! Thank you! Question since I'm too lazy to check myself, lol, do any of these resorts offer scuba diving??
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
You can try these guys facebook.com/VictoryDivers/. there's not a lot of scuba diving on the island.
@micky70283 жыл бұрын
Nice place Bantayan but lack any real water activities think its quite hard to even swim there, Malapascuas the Island for diving..
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Malapascua is the way to go for diving. Although Victory Divers said they were looking for new spots to dive around Kinatarkan. There are some nice spots to swim at the beaches in Bantayan.
@kevinsoundmixer3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise yes I've seen videos about the diving in Malapascua! But it seems like the resorts are much nicer on Bantayan. Wish I could have the best of both worlds, lol.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Don't we all! I did once take a boat direct from Malapascua to Bantayan I think it was around 3 hours, I think i even did a video on it. The resorts in Malapascua are generally smaller as the island is a lot smaller. Anyhow they are both beautiful islands
@JohnSmith-bz9be2 жыл бұрын
Well presented reviews. Cheers :)
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I put a lot of work in my videos so they can be helpful.
@Titzkie5Channel3 жыл бұрын
The best ten resorts in Bantayan Island Cebu
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
In my opinion anyhow 🙂
@herchickenlegs42 жыл бұрын
Lovely information Thank you xxx
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
No worries, glad it helped.
@altronics3829 Жыл бұрын
I went there last august 2022.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it.
@karlenzmann19173 жыл бұрын
Great review Rob...It was your review of Bantayan Island from a few years ago, that helped me pick Kota Beach Resort. We got a beachfront cabin, and absolutely loved it. Your top two look worthy of looking in to. Number 3 looked like it didn't have a sand beach, only a beach wall? Question for you...do you recall the cost for a 1 day motor bike rental on Bantayan? I cant wait to go back...Salamat!
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Karl. It does have a beach in front of the wall (although the sand is underwater at high tide) and at the front of the resort (before you enter) there's a bit of a beach. As far as the bike I got it for 200 per day I did rent for a while though as you have more bargining power. I did talk bout this in my best of Bantayan series (just to give a plug!) I can't remember which one though ( I think part 2) and I put a contact number of someone you can rent a bike from below. Part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaaudJhtrZZri7s Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpeQaJiuhqh3fKc Part 3 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHbRn3lppcuEgaM Take care, Rob
@karlenzmann19173 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise Thanks Rob
@luch49722 жыл бұрын
Balay ni JK is also nice. Affordable and clean.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have done a video on that place too
@iracortes5600 Жыл бұрын
I've stayed in Amihan, although its beautiful, the food is good and beach is amazing. The water supply is so bad, we ran out of water while I was showering. The hotel should find a way to fix it.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
I didn't have that issue when I stayed. Maybe it was Island water issue? Did they tell you the reason?
@stevec.82572 жыл бұрын
Prices have increased alot over the past few years.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
And will go higher after the pandemic! With the airport expanding only more tourists will be going...
@dpg20043 жыл бұрын
Rob have you been in PH for like almost 2 years now?
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's coming 2 years in December.
@philipmarchalquizar77412 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. How much is the average room rates?
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Which resort are you looking at as each is different. I did show rates in the video
@Layput2 жыл бұрын
PHP 4000
@petesorlie2 жыл бұрын
Hey Rob can you take a vehicle to the island? Ferry?
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Yeah you can. There's roros that can take even a bus.
@petesorlie2 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise ok , good to know. thanks for the info Rob 👍
@brianelucas16053 жыл бұрын
are you in bantayan right now? I am planning to visit as a filipino american with my mother and I was wondering if bantayan island is open. Like can i island hop and are you allowed to go anywhere on the island?
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
No Im back in Cebu City. Cebu has gone back into MECQ with this delta varient so there's a lot more restrictions now. When it goes back to GCQ you will be able to.
@brianelucas16053 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise I will be staying in Cebu City as well by september, when was the last time cebu was in MGCQ? I just want to be able to do things with my younger cousins but in MECQ i think they cannot go anywhere. Also will domsetic flights be open to Siargao during GCQ from Cebu? I just want to stay somewhere where i can do water activites. Also in cebu are the street vendors still operating or is the city like a ghost town? I cant imagine it being completely shut down with the amount of people.
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Cebu went into MECQ at the start of August, prior to that (all of 2021) it was GCQ. As of today the covid cases were still increasing I think yesterday it was 14 k new cases. MECQ has been extended till the end of August and will probably go longer until they get it more under control. You are allowed to travel from one GCQ area to another GCQ area but depending on local governments of the area, requirements will be slightly different (ie swap tests etc). Yes there are some food ventors operating, from where I am there are some just around the corner. Maybe try to email some of the resorts in Mactan to see what they are offering.
@TP9. Жыл бұрын
Which resort offers the best wifi connection? Im planning for a longer stay but need excellent wifi for work.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
When I was filming this they were installing optical fiber to the island, In theory most should have faster wifi than when I was there. I liked the speed at Amihan when I was there. Hopefully it's better with the fiber network. You may want to contact them direct to see what they say.
@noobster101 Жыл бұрын
imagine take a bath then suddenly a drone pass by then got uploaded in youtube then people zoom in the video they can see your butt in 4k.
@garyzac9185 Жыл бұрын
Hi.....These resorts if i buy fish at the markets say,,,,,will the resorts cook it for you at a price?
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
I never tried so I'm not sure. Generally if the place has it's own restaurant then no as they want you to buy from them. Smaller resorts especially family run ones you'll have a better chance. Just message the resort directly in Facebook.
@kianlagonoy5082 жыл бұрын
WHAT CAN YOU SAY ABOUT ABANIKO BEACH RESORT? YOU MISSED OUR RESORT HAHA
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
I had a quick look when I was staying at Anika but there was no one around at the time. I didn't get a chance to get back. They were saying Anika used to rent your cottages? Anyhow I can message you next time I come to Bantayan so i can stay. Cheers. Rob
@kianlagonoy5082 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise yah they rented the cottages in the front beach, but not anymore. Well i hope when you come back i get to see you haha see yah
@basakboy Жыл бұрын
are there other good beach resorts on the other sides of bantayan island?
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
The beaches elsewhere aren't so good. I have done other videos on resorts on other parts here kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4enfaemd8mAa7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHS2dmWFrstjjqs But really if you want to stay on the best beaches in Bantayan Island it's best to be around Santa Fe.
@user-ly5ws3wx2n Жыл бұрын
Can you pay to use any of the pools at hotels in bantayan island?
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
You can at Bantayan Island Nature Park and Resort on day use.
@user-ly5ws3wx2n Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that 👍
@user-tb5fq3qx9g2 жыл бұрын
Any condotels on that island?
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Not that I know of. I did some other vids on other accommodation there if that helps.
@zyeon7278 Жыл бұрын
How to booking
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
I showed in the video
@Layput2 жыл бұрын
Your girlfriends are pretty. You can choose the worst resort but you will still leave the island happy with those girls.
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Filipinas are naturally pretty 🙂
@truthsupporter4119 Жыл бұрын
I hired a motorcycle for 400php per day.
@FindingParadise Жыл бұрын
If you hire from the hotel/resort they tend to be higher and if you rent longer you can negotiate better rates
@jocelynfloresdiamla6502 жыл бұрын
How ntras n table
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Which resort are you referring to?
@petersoderberg84443 жыл бұрын
You’re forgetting mentioning WIFI? Quite important
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Yeah sorry I did mention in some. The 1st one Marlins had wifi. You can ask me about any resort. Just as i was there they were installing the cable network in Santa Fe so in theory speeds will be better.
@petersoderberg84443 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise bantayan is a beautiful place ! yes I heard some mentions no problem 😉 just that it seems to be top priority for guests where they choose to stay, we brought cable up to us and every bungalow has its own private wifi router that’s much appreciated 👍😀 we are on Siquijor @ Southmountain Resort
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
No worries, thanks for the feedback. Just had a quick look at the pictures there (Southmountain) Looks nice!. May have to check it out next time im in Siquijor.
@petersoderberg84443 жыл бұрын
@@FindingParadise you better do that 😜😀👍
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, I was there in Siquijor before the covid mess, but I stayed around San Juan area. Looks peaceful at Southmountain.
@christopherkawecki854411 ай бұрын
I like when u say the breakky is average.u r soo kind it looks like absolute crap.all the food looks bad.they not cheap there should b better food 4 the price
@FindingParadise11 ай бұрын
Haha. Well Bantayan Island is more provincial than more touristy spots like Boracay so you expectations have to be lowered a little.
@rickb84232 жыл бұрын
Why are your videos underater??????????
@FindingParadise2 жыл бұрын
Just enjoy :)
@laninepomuceno6774 Жыл бұрын
God bless us I love it very beautiful and relaxing place. I want to stay in a first class white sand beach resorts, Brand new townhouses, Hotel, Palace, mansion houses together my family, friends and relatives. Please be connected to put in my name and give it to me directly the key and I want clean title po. In God all things are possible po. Thank you so much po. From Lani D. Nepomuceno, Philippines
@FindingParadise3 жыл бұрын
Watch the best things to do in Bantayan Island here Part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaaudJhtrZZri7s Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpeQaJiuhqh3fKc Part 3 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHbRn3lppcuEgaM Cheap Accommodation on Bantayan watch here kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHS2dmWFrstjjqs kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4enfaemd8mAa7c
@laninepomuceno6774 Жыл бұрын
God bless us I love it very beautiful and relaxing place. Very nice to stay, investment and selfie selfie together my family, friends and relatives. I need your help to connect my prayer request to give me a brand new mansion houses Palace, townhouses, Hotel, white sand beach resorts coz I want to experience also a good life together my family, friends and relatives. I want clean title po and put in my name my prayer request and give it to me directly. Please let me know and follow up if I receive it. In God all things are possible po. Thanks From Lani D. Nepomuceno, Philippines