WHAT HAS HAPPENED IN BORACAY?! 🇵🇭

[@Mickeyyy0909]

It's a natural phenomenon it happens yearly in boracay during the first quarter of summer season. I think the algae helps the sand gets whiter. It is non-toxic. after the algae season the sand and the water is way better and stunning. 🥰

[@marikitliwayway6703]

forever excuse Boracay omg every time this is happening this explanation is coming up

[@khianu7889]

are you from Boracay or Aklan local knows better. im Local FyI

[@vlogsfavorsphileco8788]

​​@@khianu7889if you are local in boracay could you convince your LGU's to trim down the sky rocketing foods prices starting from street foods to the carenderias and restaurants? One example of price gaps, around your neighboring provinces, City or Barangays.. the cost of bananacue is P10 - in Boracay it worth P50 sold by just roaming street vendors?..how much grams of gold your people in boracay put in foods they sell? the reason of being a highly tourist's area is not acceptable!

[@gwauii3050]

​@@marikitliwayway6703what's your explanation then?

[@RomanMurallo]

​@@marikitliwayway6703I feel sorry for you...u don't know this kind of phenomenon. You should ask locals first before spitting words .

[@benjtheth3rd]

A healthy beach has algae, especially when the the temperature of the water is right. This is the tropics after all.

[@fanutsky]

therefore, Pink beach & Subic beach in matnog are both unhealthy beach shores, since both dont have algae all year round.

[@emmans05]

Those are algae's. The algal bloom in the shoreline in whitebeach happens on the summear hottest peak. It has been it for years. Algal bloom is at its fullest in March until April. If you visit from October until February, the Algaes are non existent in white beach.

[@MikeTVdeChavez]

Bro that’s not toxic..it appears always on the start of summer!!!March…it’s not harmful..when it dried the sand absorb it and automatic disappears

[@ryugahydeki2]

Some are, most aren’t, but it’s better to be safe not to eat any shellfish around this season

[@dukelorbertson5521]

That's algae it exist since Boracay was still under develop. It help the sand more whiter. It is safe to swim . Go to station 1 it had few algae

[@janetceniza8091]

husband speaking age 81 - Married to my Filipino lady for 47 years. I have been going back and forth to the PH since 1979. I find it interesting and some times funny seeing how other KZbinrs see and film their time in the country. For anyone thinking of moving to the PH to live full time, please come for a few months first to try it out. It can be great or a disaster if you do not have the patience to put up with the delay in getting around or taking a number at a bank and "waiting" for service. We have a large home in Vistamar Resort in Lapu-Lapu and just arrived back in the U.S. after a 4 month stay. Our maid face times every other day so we can see out 3 doggie kids. Enjoy your time in my 2nd home where ever your travels take you.

[@GinoongBlue]

its normal starting march to may when the sea is calm and the sun is intense perfect environment for algae to grow

[@myendlesslove5120]

Meron pa kaya po sa 3rd week ng May yang lumot?

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

THAT IS FOOD OF FISH

[@glitterstar4210]

that's not dirt, its algae, its natural, even beaches in Mexico has that

[@quesee08]

of course most ocean have that in minimum. Not at this level and amount. Algae is the result of an excess nutrients coming from waste water, flood water etc. If they are not treated before releasing back into the ocean, those nutrients will turn into algae.

[@jaypeetee2790]

it's like spring break in florida and mexico. lots of people especially the days leading to holy week and after. if crowds not for you, visit during the lean season

[@moondustgirl2132]

True. I've seen many other Boracay vlogs where there weren't too many people. It depends on the season.

[@ReyvenBergado-tf2sc]

Algae season in Bora .that's the reason why the sand in Bora is so soft and cold even in midday.

[@gwauii3050]

*Aside from the algae.* As much as I am happy so many foreigners are enjoying the Philippines, it's making me realize now that the significant boost of tourism in the last 5-6 years will now impact the natural beauty and the hidden gems that the Philippines once had across the country. It was exciting to see everyone coming to enjoy it but seeing all those tourists and all the boats and line ups in all the islands across the country, they are now becoming overwhelming and commercialized sometimes it doesnt feel like Philippines anymore. The Philippines' economy is not the greatest and tourism definitely helps put food on the table for some of the local people but it does come with a price. I wish there would be a perfect balance 😕

[@floormatoerbongs1294]

Ben ik mee eens, zo was bali en sommige plekken in Indonesie ook zo, door de steeds massale komst van toeristen ging het veranderen, en te commercieel

[@jparreno]

i've been to Boracay several times since the early 2000s but i have to say 17:30 this is one of the nicer/professional tour sales people on the beach... Very friendly and willing to answer all your questions... Hope you continue to enjoy and visit other places besides the major tourist hubs.

[@pauljavier3347]

Natural phenomenon. Algae Bloom from February to May. And if the sun is really and and very hot, the more algae there is. Even during the pandemic when Boracay was closed, there is is still algae. June to January there is no algae in the beach. 😊

[@eduardosamonte3015]

It’s just only this season but after that the water will be much clearer again.

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@hard536]

Bro that's natural on beaches don't be dumb becareful of your throwing words be nice mate!

[@ryugahydeki2]

many algal species flourish when wind and water currents are favorable. In other cases, HABs may be linked to 'overfeeding.' This occurs when nutrients (mainly phosphorus, nitrogen, and carbon) from sources such as lawns and farmlands flow downriver to the sea and build up at a rate that 'overfeeds' the algae that exist normally in the environment. Some HABs have also been reported in the aftermath of natural phenomena like sluggish water circulation, unusually high water temperatures, and extreme weather events such as hurricanes, floods, and drought.

[@j.c.a.1101]

Those are algae that surfaces during summer time. Due to warm weather caused by the ocean.

[@TiktokPhilippines19]

Because of the algae season every year starting march until May at the june back to clear water again, its a normal because of the algae season

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@chinacancio]

This really happens even in Negros Oriental island. We call this algae season. They're everywhere, not just in Boracay, when it's their time of the year.

[@nitoymagpily7094]

FOR SUNSET YOU MIGHT AS WELL GO TO STATION 1 OR DINIWID BEACH....STATION 2 AND 3 IS CROWDED......YOU VE COME TO THE ALGAE SEADON OF THE MONTH......EXPLORE BORACAY EVEN.....

[@scoobydoobap68]

who cares

[@nitoymagpily7094]

@@scoobydoobap68 DONT NEED YOUR REPLY....JUST HELPING RECO

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :) :) :)

[@piacash5216]

Awesome Video Guys Thanks for Sharing 💪👍👍👍👍👌✌️🙏

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@miteshl4333]

Great video guys, made me and my wife miss Boracay, one of the best beaches we visited, you should have headed towards station 1... It's like having your own private beach 😉

[@dunneytravels]

Haha thanks for letting us know!! Maybe next time :)

[@bebecooks244]

The algae are soft like cotton. You can still swim and enjoy ❤️

[@FR12369]

Try the helmet diving and the sunset watch.👍👍Visit Puka beach. Foodie recommendation ube pancake in Sunny side cafe, lemon muffin in Real coffee cafe,halomango.Station 1 and 3 will be the quiet area.

[@bl4ckr4bbit]

That is algae and the phenomenon is called algal bloom. The algae in boracay is safe and non-toxic and phenomenon happens during the hot (summer season) when the water is relatively calm and the algae can freed from the concentrated nutrients near the shores. going december the phenomenon is not present since the water is more turbulent which disperses the nutrients and there is less sunlight thereby hindering algae growth. From a marine biology standpoint, algae only grows on nutrient rich water which comes from inland water seepage (possibly wastewater) during the low tide. That is why it is near the coast line. Also, it has been published by the Philippine journal of science (by DOST) that the algae does not contribute to the quantity or quality of sand (it does not turn to sand). Boracay white sand comes from corals, pure quartz and dead coral polyps (gives off the white color). This happens worldwide especially around beaches near human settlements. Boracay is experiencing a tourism boom. i personally have seen and experienced this in boracay but i am not a local and I’m in the engineering and sanitation field. So my explanation is a technical one and not biased. Though not a fan, i commend Former president Duterte in closing Boracay for 6 months since the island has been neglected for profit from tourism. More research and papers have been published since then. I could tell you but you can google it to know more.

[@brandonlucas8179]

it's a natural phenomenon. way of nature's cleaning itself. those are ocean grass. you cannot control that. unless 24 hours people will sweep that away like idiot or crazy. let that to dry and all goes ashore then that will be easy to clean. Seaweed that we eat are much like the same when they are slimey. when process it is edible and we love sushi exterior lining.

[@nykko73]

just came back from 10 days in Boracay ..water is very clean just a bit of algae but not a big deal , everything is perfect there ; food, people ,weather, nightlife( beach parties) ..its pure PARADISE

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

when it greenary meaning much fresh and much safe

[@kristinelizaso2352]

I love Boracay with or without algae . It’s a natural phenomena.

[@IndayGrey]

Its algae season in boracay from march to may.. its a natural occurence so if you want to visit boracay the perfect month would be nov- feb if you dont want to see algae.. please do your homework first before visiting places..

[@emmans05]

Sea urchins are one of most expensive when bought in US fine dining restaurants. And Also in Japan its expensive. It's actually eaten fresh or with vinegar.

[@jaredmarcbaterna1415]

its not man made, the middle of boracay used to have wetlands and swamps but most of them were bought by resorts. check out the boracay wetland conservation

[@floormatoerbongs1294]

Mooie strand, maar die betonnen hotels of appartementen maken het niet zo mooi

[@fccmbc87]

it's mother nature coz the sea water has calm down and this is yearly so no worry nothing happen

[@pinoy1066]

wrong time of the year to visit the Island. Best time to visit is November to February. then March to May is when the algea appears due to the weather is very hot. June to October is very windy.

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou!! We'll know for next time :)

[@moirazzz01]

That's a natural phenomenon In Boracay and other beaches...algae is harmless and still can swim around...they will disappear around June onwards where rainy season starts.

[@TiktokPhilippines19]

TRY TO ASK THE TOUR GUID ITS A NORMAL SPECIALLY SUMMER THE ALGAE SEASON HAIST

[@thecarlob_007]

It’s an annual algae bloom. It looks nasty but it is non-toxic.

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

bcoz it summer its normal and soon it will more whiter than even before anyway than greenary stuff is helping our nature that is nature like leaves

[@ericperez3138]

it's normal and natural sir. every summer in the Philippines. don't e afraid sir.

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@rickynoblejas1493]

Panahon ngayon ng lumot kahit saan lugar sa talbukan ng dagat may lumot dito nga sa amin sa batangas pag panahon ng lumot yung karagatan nagkukulay green

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

Algae in Boracay are natural and non-toxic - task force ... “The presence of the algae is simply a natural phenomenon that occurs yearly during the dry season or summer period in different areas of Boracay. This is non-toxic and should not be a cause for concern,” Despi said in an official statement issued by BIARMG last Wednesday.

[@luzvidz8834]

Try checking the neighboring carabao island ..less touristy and beautiful ✌🏼🇫🇷

[@judesantillan]

happens every year man algae that's what makes the sand white

[@dunneytravels]

Our research suggests that the colour of the sand is a result of old coral, not algae! But still, it's a natural occurrence.

[@r_donor669]

Try to ask the local people why the sea is like that

[@luzvidz8834]

It’s Holy Week in the Philippines..so all touristic spots is probably packed with the holidays!✌🏼🇫🇷

[@doc2log]

Go to Puka beach...no algal bloom there.

[@dunneytravels]

Thanks for letting us know :)

[@pinoy1066]

that lake is not man made it's actually a natural lake long before it was developed. when I was young that lake has plenty of fish and some huts around it and it's like a vegetation around the lake. not anymore I'm afraid.

[@Gaspar314]

You definitely should try Mang Inasal chicken, if you haven’t yet. That’s our Nando’s 😅

[@kevinskingsley8937]

Enjoy the Philippines. It’s AMAZING ❤❤

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@viniciusvoon8564]

Worst beach ever Tourist psid 300 Peso environment fee but nothing is done look at the alge. Not worth visiting Boracsy Every thing is OVER PRICE.

[@dunneytravels]

Yes it's very overpriced compared to the rest of Philippines. And we are unsure where these environmental fees keep going... they are just tourist tax in reality. We love the Philippines though :)

[@XandieFireman]

Click bait channel.. will not support 👎

[@dunneytravels]

Glad you liked the video :)

[@des1595]

Those algae are delicious. Not joking!

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

In no time the Philippine vlogs you did will be the most popular. The Philippines is one of the biggest user of KZbin with a population of 118 million. WE just need to upload continiously so that filipino may know that you really love our country then you will have their support by the way im filipino hehe

[@hennmanacpo]

are you not familiar to algae ,,,,it's part of the ocean and is happen when the summer will start in the philllippines.,,,,dont worry is not harm ful to human just ignore it....just enjoy the sun ,food and ocean....take care guys

[@ellesinger6496]

I don’t eat very much at the restaurant out there I cook myself buy food from Robinson then cook at home because I’m not comfortable of eating the food from the restaurant out there for some reason.

[@paulomahony4416]

Nice quality video, what camera are you guys using?

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou! We just use the GoPro Hero 12 :) we don't use any attachments

[@buzz_chill]

19:18 Hi Dan & Beth. Video of Boracay is great. BTW, Halo-Halo is pronounced like “Hah-Low - Hah-Low”. Looking forward to your next adventure.

[@YoumeandPercy]

I will pronounce halo halo like that from now on!🤣

[@dunneytravels]

Thanks so much :) :)

[@ellesinger6496]

And be careful on walking around, some people spit on the ground and you don’t wanna step on one of them.

[@jefferoblack]

The price are insane even in makati that sandwhich do not cost that much - 200 seriously - i can buy inasal and still got change - it signs of polution it has been closed down before for rehab but of course it hurts the locals therefore this time they just power through it

[@yesssss13]

It's algae. It's natural. If you want to avoid it, don't go during Philippine summer.

[@daenerys.t3040]

You should go instead to another beach in boracay called Puka Beach

[@firstknight193]

That beach needs to be close down for a while so Local Government Unit can proceed the clean up

[@darthvader-rr27888]

boracay need to invest on some kind of machine to clean up that seaweed or algae because some first timer visitor will be disappointed.

[@titosarmiento8333]

They bought that machine two years backbut lack of maintenance and spare parts make it idle They should clean it somehow it os not an excuse of letting this thing happens .

[@levimarilaga9682]

Naturally green algae occurs during summer.

[@yesitsmeken7283]

That's normal even before Boracay became a tourist spot, it's seasonal it happens during Summer March - May.

[@mctotogolden8332]

No it’s not. Never experienced that in Boracay when I was a kid back in the 80s.

[@ninonge.3008]

pls visit apo whang od and get a tatoo.. she the oldest and remaining tatoo artist of her tribe.. she's a national treasure and 100+ yrs young😊

[@nabfilter87]

"we've heard its very touristy" - tourist in the Philippines

[@dunneytravels]

And we were correct :)

[@doc2log]

The yearly algal bloom...tough luck..😢The pons is also natural, not man made.

[@dunneytravels]

We got our timing wrong :( Hopefully be back soon though :)

[@foodbitsninja8770]

Green algae season in boracay

[@mochigrapes5599]

based on the locals on Boracay, the Algae season is between January to May, and around June the Algaes are all gone and turned into white sand.

[@mctotogolden8332]

Lie

[@markyvlog034]

Huh its not disgusting its normal algae many times im visit there

[@8811724]

Its natural algae, natural fish food

[@archiecamilon4102]

That algae is not ewwww....Thats good for the sand.

[@dunneytravels]

We know its natural :) Just because it's natural doesn't mean its not nice... I don't like swimming in algae anywhere, it's unpleasant haha

[@krishnakanth15213]

You have to explore Hyderabad Telangana India once more time. You didn't explore properly

[@jasonvelasco6263]

Why EW caption? Its not dirty, its natural...its timing youve got there and its Season of algae

[@dunneytravels]

We know its natural :) Just because it's natural doesn't mean its not nice... I don't like swimming in algae anywhere, it's unpleasant. Yeah we got our timing very wrong :( but at least now we can potentially let other tourists know that March is full of algae before they visit, which will help them choose a better time.

[@kristinelizaso2352]

March to end of may is algae season in Boracay

[@jmr1920]

naturally disgusting is what it is

[@TheLalala1006]

Maybe you should have asked the local people there 😐 it’s normal.

[@markyvlog034]

Respect and enjoy not disgusting you said

[@dunneytravels]

We know its natural :) Just because it's natural doesn't mean its not nice... I don't like swimming in algae anywhere, it's unpleasant.

[@user-om9nq3lw3s]

Was it like that 30 years ago?

[@dunneytravels]

We've heard mixed things. Some people say was, some say it wasn't!

[@NishimuraYoshiyuki]

Enjoy ❤

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou :)

[@KatK36]

i love sea urchins, they taste like oysters

[@arvinlumbris4447]

Rainy days is good no algae.

[@XandieFireman]

Click bait channel will not support 👎

[@moondustgirl2132]

Yes, the title and thumbnail is quite clickbaity. But in the video, they said Boracay is "one of the best beaches they've been to with the whitest sand." - 15:10.

[@dunneytravels]

It’s not click bait at all. We’re just showing the reality. If you don’t like the truth then that’s on you 🙏🏼

[@moondustgirl2132]

@@dunneytravels With all due respect, it's not that we don't like the truth. What we're hurt by is why focus on that aspect alone esp. in your title and thumbnail. The algae is a seasonal thing. There are times when there aren't any or very little algae. Please understand our side too. We love supporting vloggers, but we just want them to be fair in presenting the negatives and positives of our country, esp. our world famous tourist spots. Boracay would not be Condé Nast Readers Choice Best Island in Asia for 2022 and be included in TIME Magazine's 'World's Greatest Places of 2022' if it was that "EW!" like in your title. Anyway, hope you had more positive experiences in PH after Boracay. God bless.

[@XandieFireman]

​@@dunneytravelsyes, the reality of your ignorance

[@dunneytravels]

@@moondustgirl2132 We were very fair. If you actually watched the video then you would see how many times we said we love Boracay, we do our best to show the best sides of each place we go to. However, we are not prepared to hide the reality of a place. Many people visit Boracay for its crystal clear waters and white beaches, but that is ruined if the sea is full of algae, which we highlighted in the video. Other tourists have the right to know when is and when is not a good time to visit. All our video did was highlight that it's probably not best to visit in March if you want a nice relaxing beach holiday. There's nothing wrong with that and locals should appreciate the honesty. And yes, swimming in a beach full of algae is EW, whether it's natural or not, it's still NOT pleasant. It's just an opinion. I can't imagine any tourists would enjoy swimming in algae... We have been more than fair showing the positives of travelling the Philippines as a whole. Every video we say incredibly positive things, so I would suggest to any people crying over this video to watch the rest of our videos and realise that we're actually doing Philippines tourism a favour by consistently showing the good sides of the country. :)

[@TheDTVOfficial]

go try jonas' shakes

[@KatK36]

it's Matcha beach❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@yrnajaniram5695]

Its normal Its algae season

[@derekwatson7037]

It grows on all the shit. It wasn`t there 30 years ago. Disgusting.

[@Clapicus]

It’s poop.. then photosynthesis.. thus algae..

[@glennpamplona1398]

Its a sea grass

[@Isabela-ej5gp]

Then don’t go to Boracay anymore. Go to European beaches nearer.

[@devwithsoul]

its nothing compare to phi phi island crowd😁

[@axlrose2775]

Guys wag kyo mag subscribe sa dalawang to, maarte mga to🤣

[@XandieFireman]

Mga ignorante yan

[@YoumeandPercy]

I will subscribe now because of this comment.

[@floof6896]

cry

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Advertisement vs reality

[@dunneytravels]

Yup!! haha

[@ellesinger6496]

Paradise of algae

[@Layput]

OMG. So disgusting.

[@mikimikemike1]

doesnt look like paradise

[@markyvlog034]

Its not ew dont say that

[@dunneytravels]

We know its natural :) Just because it's natural doesn't mean its not nice... I don't like swimming in algae anywhere, it's unpleasant.

[@YoumeandPercy]

Why so many people here got so triggered?😂

[@dunneytravels]

Never seen anything like it 😂 apparently you’re not allowed to have an opinion on algae these days 👀😂

[@YoumeandPercy]

@dunneytravels don't even worry about them. Keep making your videos the way you like and enjoy them. Your fans will follow.

[@dunneytravels]

Thankyou 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@espiyaako]

It's a natural phenomenon. Normally, they appear during summer. That's why I don't come to Boracay during the season. Hahaha.

[@mctotogolden8332]

It’s not a phenomenon. It’s pollution.

[@dunneytravels]

Yeah we won't be going again in March next time haha

[@floof6896]

​@@mctotogolden8332"pollution" lmao sure algae is pollution even though its what makes the sand white LMAOO

[@naar7192]

🙈🙈🙈💩

[@uwaismacasindil1831]

Green slime