WOW Top Of My List Now, No Joke! Bataan Philippines

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Welcome to "That Philippines Life" - WOW Top Of My List Now, No Joke! Bataan Philippines, are you looking for the best destination in the Philippines that few know about, looking for the perfect retirement place in the Philippines? Drive to Subic Bay, Clark, Angles City, Manila very easily and yet live the province type life where the air is clean, the land is pentiful and cheap in Bataan! Some of the best resorts in the Philippines are here too. Do you know about the Battle of Battaan?
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[@fortuneybiernas5778]

My lolo survived the Death March because he knew how to cook and a Japanese officer made him his house cook. He learned Nihonggo too. Once he was freed, he went home to Panay Island and led the guerillas against the Japanese and retired as Captain when the war ended. He then continued law school and finished his degree.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you for sharing his story! ❤️

[@garycourtier4668]

Good for him. A lot of unsung heros in WWII.

[@sonnyalcaras777]

amazing

[@Jo-cf4tn]

I had an uncle who Wasa Medical Student in Manila @ that time…. unfortunately, he perished during the death March in Bataan.

[@scottytv1]

God bless your Lola.

[@cayezara8110]

Filipinos are the kindest and most hospitable people in the world. So friendly ❤❤❤❤

[@joevlawrence5784]

Believe or not my Dad, my grandfather were USA Army and was captured at Bataan Death March! My heroes, fight for freedom and democracy!

[@lilibethram5277]

0:34 0: 1:15

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Your father has been through something that can't even be imagined by almost anyone

[@Hoochie243]

Great Story...

[@luissarah4355]

They were both captured? 🙏🏻

[@nestordecastro7621]

25:41 My uncle also the brother of my mother is part of Death March because they are USAFFE

[@dougpack2241]

My father was also in the Bataan death March and how somehow escaped. He became a Filipino scout and then joined the US army and came to the United States to join the US army. Thanks to him in his bravery and and came to the United States. Thanks to my father we have a blessed life now. With great respect in love for my father.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Great respect for him

[@monetlu8812]

Wow ! I love bataan .. I am so excited to go the Philippines!

[@SmokeGodSzeto]

Thanks, been watching you forever. A little help toward a new luggage can't have you getting stuck. You are one of the reason I went to Philippines this February. And you are right it is a beautiful country.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Wow William thank you so much, truly appreciate this. I'm also so happy to hear you fell in love too

[@theswabbie30]

That is the cleanest city that I have seen in the Philippines.

[@25Soupy]

No, Subic Bay, Eastwood City, Makati, BGC

[@elyserva7903]

@@25Soupy I'm sorry but only the business district & touristy part of those places you mentioned are clean. In reality, they're surrounded by dugyot residences. If you want a clean city, start with Iloilo City.

[@rosehooper7067]

@@elyserva7903 Absolutely, Iloilo is the best when it comes to the cleanest city in Phili.

[@eyesopen6807]

155,King of battle!!! My step fathers dad was not part of death march but was in hiding in the mountains with a few other American soldiers and Philippine soldiers or brave citizens without military training and he told my step father all the time how brave and hard as nails they were they are the only reason he and fellow American soldiers survived and how even back then the Philippine people were soft spoken and were deadly quick and brave when fighting the Japanese, I never met him but yep dad said he only talked about it when really old and only time he ever cried when remembering how vicious the Japanese were to Philippine people but they never betrayed the Americans hiding places and no americans would of lived if not for the tougness and bravery of the philapino people,I really appreciate this episode and can't wait till I'm there,Thanks

[@wintersojourn9356]

Your comment brought a tear to my eye. I either saw in a documentary or read somewhere that many Filipinos were killed when caught delivering aid or trying to give water or food to those on the Bataan Death March. & yes there were many non formal military as well as actual Philippine military who fought & died. It disturbs me when some history (to me) seems to disregard that & attribute all military endeavors of WW2 to the Americans (who were indeed very brave & made many sacrifices including many their very lives, & I am a proud American), but so many for most of my life seem to have no knowledge at all of Phil-USA history. Except those like your step grandfather…God rest his soul….

[@manitolabrador2127]

Bataan is not only historically relevant but also a beautiful province - from its white sand beaches to lush mountains - I love this province!

[@1307scooter]

I am retiring to the Phillipines in a couple of months and one of the main draws is just how friendly filipinas are.

[@DinaNuestro]

Oh sorry your already came to Mt samat. I thought when i first watched you in las casas youd never visit there but then i finally watched youd been there and i thqnk you for featured.the Mt. SAMAT. GIDBLESS.BRO❤

[@tomhunter2623]

Michael I have to agree with one of the comments you would make a good TV host. You are so good with meeting people. Keep up all the great videos. I am enjoying your travels.

[@joseluisorbeta5371]

I have to say, because of you this is another destination in the Philippines that I will visit! Thank you! Your depiction of the less featured cities is so helpful. I am planning to retire in the Philippines in about 8 years. I am not sold on any place I particular, so your vids are giving me a lot to think about! Great job brother!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Fantastic, I really think you might really love it in Bataan

[@user-yl9sw4ed2f]

The thing I like about this guy is that he's genuinely interested in the country and not obsessed with cringeworthy relationships with Filipinas.😊

[@pochdelprado7830]

The plane at the entrance is a P-26 "Peashooter". It was one of the earliest aircraft acquired by the then Philippine Army Air Corps (PAAC), now the Philippine Air Force (PAF)

[@jjkomer125]

Apologies for the duplicate response.

[@johnmichaelcanares2633]

I got to say, you are just one of the very few foreign vloggers that prioritize reaching out to local tourism before anything. The other foreign vlogger that I can think of is Kulas who also has connections with the local tourism. Keep it up!

[@marieparke8519]

so organized town, so clean!kudos to their mayor and tourism officials and ofcourse the discipline of the locals ❤🎉

[@genxman1971]

Love your channel. My Mother's Father fought in Bataan and my American Grandfather took back Luzon. I still have relatives there. Matter of time. I will come to the Philippines soon.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thanks for sharing and I'm so happy you will come

[@virgiliosaavedra87]

Bataan is so nice and underrated. I'm specifically impressed by how clean and organized the public market.

[@randallforrest7683]

We spent a week in Bataan last year, loved every experience. Stayed at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar. I'm a history buff, so took it all in, amazing. Mt. Samat was breathtaking. Enjoyed your vlog!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I'm glad you didn't give away the surprise to come, truly stunning place the province is

[@Flhxs2015]

The friendliness of the Filipino people is truly special, and Michy such a great example.

[@PinayFuzzions]

Military runs in my family. My grandfather endured that death March. I love coming to Bataan it's home. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Beau007us]

Bataan is jaw dropping! The city square puts our Dundas Square to shame. Amazing video Mike, thanks a lot for this experience!!

[@Siopaoko]

Where is Dundas Square?

[@Beau007us]

@@Siopaoko Its in Downtown Toronto where I reside for now and Mike also used to live in Toronto back in the days when it was a great city!

[@ameliamercado1175]

Thanks for sharing bataan one of the most historical place in the country,,,,nice videos very informative

[@richardsoper777]

The Philippines have so many exciting places to visit

[@tryscience]

Interesting! It seems there are many beautiful jewels scattered about the Philippines

[@elinoreambray1997]

Your videos are informative and all very interesting. Even if it's only in my dream to experience it, at least i've seen it. Good enough for me. Thank you for sharing.

[@rickc7303]

Happy Good Friday from NYC in the USA. As I suffered through another 45 degree (F) and drizzly evening in Manhattan, I was so glad to stumble upon your Blog! The appreciative and happy folks in the Philippines always warm my heart. I truly enjoyed your informative narrative regarding an important and pivotal piece of both American and Philippine history. My grandfathers' were both part of "The Greatest Generation" that fought and protected the United States during World War 2. Sadly, since it has now been more than 80 years, most of those heroic individuals are no longer with us. Once again, excellent work! You really seem natural at doing that and your enthusiasm and passion are very apparent! Looking forward to your next video.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you so much and welcome to the Channel 😀

[@Marie760]

My parents were from Orion and Pilar Bataan so I have great memories of my childhood spending Holy Week there .

[@sergiocruz-ig7lr]

Bataan is really big in history. It is also big in industries: home to biggest refinery, power plants, several export processing zones. Per capita income is relatively higher in Bataan. 👍🏾

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Indeed, I don't want to say too much as much comes up in the future videos

[@scottberger4380]

That WWII memorial at 4:14 is in Dinalupihan. I have very good friends that live in Little Baguio in Hermosa, Palihan. Last time I was there was 2019. Hope to get back there this year.

[@gerrynoelatanacio]

Like the way you interact with the locals and not all foreign and local vloggers do the way you do. You are blending well to whom you're around. Keep it up brother 👍👍👍🇵🇭

[@cryptolad]

Bataan is awesome - we have friends in Balanga, Orini, and Limy - Mt. Samat is awesome - imagine the Filipino's and Americans coming up the mountain against Japanese fire - Visit mile marker 1 ... thanks for the tour - great tour

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you

[@marccolomayt82094]

Historical Bataan at its finest ❤

[@edithah2374]

Nice places! You are very lucky to be able to visit all different part of the Philippines. Thank you for showing to the world how beautiful our Country. Take care & god bless 🙏❤️

[@Patriotic545]

21:00 i remember going up in that elevator when it was still working in 2006. You can feel the fresh wind at the top and great 360 degrees view of Bataan and Manila Bay from afar and see luscious greeneries below.

[@masterkingkoy796]

I love the way you interact with the locals. You are very sociable and doesnt mind going to public market. Good vibes! You should make your name “Good Vibes Philippines Life”.

[@livingfuneasy711]

Truly amazing bravery and heroism! Filipinos, we must visit our own historical places which brought us to where we are at present... Thank you!

[@juanitocanlas422]

I am from Bataan, Dinalupihan is my hometown, the northern most town and the only town that has no part of the sea. I now live in San Diego, Ca. Just recently been a balikbayan last month and had to go back home because of the extreme hot weather. It’s you who just informed me of about this Rancho Bernardo Resort in Bagac, Bataan. Now I follow your blogs. Thank you very much.

[@Dreamer20239]

Wow. I was born in Bataan long long time ago. Went home for a vacation last December, I haven’t seen a lot of histories in my home province. I will retire next year for good in Balanga, hoping my brothers will take me to new places in Bataan. A lot of changes since I migrated in CA 40 yrs ago. Looking forward to it. Good luck to your vlog Sir.

[@rayleo529]

Awesome having the guides with you keeping the foreigner from getting lost......lol

[@FlipandTheBlueMule]

Your tour guide is GORGEOUS

[@andysnyder4603]

Thanks for using the correct pronunciation of Bat a an not Batan like a lot of Westerners say it. I'm coming back to the Philippines with my Filipina wife (30 years strong now) next year. If I could get up that way, not only does it look nice but as a WWII history buff, I would really love it. Thanks for the tour.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I learned this the hard way with other towns with two of the same vowel after eachother, haha we westerners do struggle but eventually we remember the new rules

[@nonoygerafoscoarsenio8690]

Wow bataan public market is clean, amazing...

[@frankcuritana8159]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful with amazing history

[@JABM-AU]

A lot of Foreigners doesn't know is that Bataan was the Dumaguete of the 70s and 80s when the President of the Philippines opened the Economic zone in Mariveles. There was once a hotel called Kamaya Point Hotel which was owned by a company called Landoil. That hotel was a hub for foreigners for meet-up. That hotel and the surrounding land is now a well known Maritime Academy. Besides the Economic Zones, Bataan is also one of the biggest Electricity distributor to its neighbouring provinces and it includes Manila. TThat is why Bataan is one of the more expensive province to live in due to its high employment. My dad was there when Slazenger Britain opened a factory there and he stayed for 6 years.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Hadn't heard much if the first part but stay tuned for the last part

Thanks Michael ☺ Keep up the great video's.......don't change a thing as you provide continuous refreshing information.

[@johnmascardo7047]

My home province! ♥ ❤❤

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

Just when I think I have seen videos on everywhere in the PH you go somewhere else amazing, thanks, brother! That area has a nice vibe! And I never really look at Luzon that much.

[@allanreyes5572]

Proud Bataeño here.. Welcome to Bataan Mike!

[@Toeslam10]

Just found your site, Bataan.... 🏝... WOW. I'm definitely going to start working on getting my passport 🎉

[@layneewilson]

My mission headquarters was in Baguio. I served there from 1982-1984. I still love Baguio.

[@kenpoed]

Where do you find these places?? Great episode featuring Bataan. I had to look for it on the Philippine Map. This place, like Vigan, was a pleasant surprise. Michael, can you not wait 3 days inbetween videos, it used to almost be daily now I have to wait for the second part LOL

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

True, sorry I have been busy my friend

[@i.r.wayright1457]

I believe that plane is a P-26 "Pea shooter." My Mother-in-Law will be 93 this May, and still harbors resentment towards Japanese, after what she and everyone there at the time went through during the occupation in WWII.

[@Mary-zd8xo]

My mom is 93 too and she was in Primary school when the Japs came. She still remembers those days.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you!

[@andysnyder4603]

I did a little research and you are spot on with the name of the plane. It was built by Boeing.

[@turtlelake8739]

Glad to see you go to this area. It is on our list to visit and possibly a places to buy.

[@StanleyOlivar]

Bataan, like Cavite, is another historical province. Thank you for sharing this vlog with us. Hopefully the bridge linking Bataan and Cavite will be finished and afford us shorter travel time.

[@mhersayan4390]

Amazing video.... our Beautiful Bataan. Cradle of HEROES

[@OLHIPPIE420]

Ohhhh this is so so frkn awesome, Thank you Mike for this tour it’s badass very educational. you rock

[@rakusaigathepokemonranger2484]

I went up that cross back in 2006 during my 4th year high school field trip. Great views!

[@cypher0199]

So happy for you to visit my beautiful province of Bataan,one proud Bataeño here❤ thank you

[@wavemaker2077]

Bataan will develop even faster once the bridge linking Bataan to Cavite is finally done. A lot of people from Metro Manila can finally visit Bataan once the bridge is done.

[@adc7393]

my hometown..bataan..i grew up there,studied and work overseas to be financially stable in life..4 years from now will retire in bataan..on going set up of my small farm, to live in a quiet/nature lifestyle..eating fresh vegetables,fruits and seafoods from orani bataan,..soon..thanks for the video touring us to bataan area..

[@watfordtripod]

I am going to visit in May Really does look beautiful and historical 🇵🇭🇬🇧🇵🇭🇬🇧🇵🇭🇬🇧

[@annalizacabotaje2329]

yes bataan is the best. we went there!

[@Mary-zd8xo]

What a room upgrade! You deserve it. You’re Bataan’s influencer. ❤️

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I hardly deserved it haha but so appreciated, I edited late and sadly didn't get to enjoy much of the room, that's the sad part, I really am appreciative of how they treated me

[@TheLoneRanger-hihoAg1]

Great to see the WWII memorials. My dad was in the Navy 1938-1946. First engagement Pearl Harbor Dec.7 41. I will skip to the Philippines, Leyte Tacloban 10/44, Suricao Straits 10/44, Leyte Gulf 12/44, Mindoro 12/44, Lingayan 1/45, Corregidor, 2/45, Mindanao 3/45, Cebu City 3/45. I am hoping to visit these places, as I am already 70 I really hope to make it there, Thanks for all you do.

[@Mary-zd8xo]

Thanks for sharing. It’s so touching to know that your dad was in many places during WWII. When I think of the dangers , hunger and hardships the soldiers went through, my heart just aches for them. Many were very young. Again, thanks for sharing. Hoping you can visit those places.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

This is a great plan 💯 thank you

[@LorenxJynx]

im from bataan gladly youve visited my province,, have a great day

[@peterscalzo3079]

You're a decent guy and have informative content. I traveled the Philippines extensively in the 80s. There are lots of changes in most places while some are absolutely timeless. Would enjoy meeting up with you in June or July..

[@fortuneybiernas5778]

Dunno if they still do it. My friend an ultramarathoner joined the Bataan Death March ultramarathon years ago. If I recall correctly 100kms from Bataan to Camp O'Donnell in Capas, Tarlac.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Yes they still do it once a year, not many can do the entire thing but you can do stretches of it

[@gg_Javier]

Terrific BATAAN vlog, Michael. Informative and Historical. Glad you received the VIP treatment from the DoT. Great people!! Thank you. ... P.S. You were in Bataan around Valentine’s Day - last month?? ... Nice to see the Armstrongs with you. He/they build great homes.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I think they had some older decorations and since I was single on Valentine's i literally lost track, this was only 10 days ago or so.

[@mimiblitberg]

My grandfather was in that death march in Bataan. On a side note, you’d make a great tv show host!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you for sharing you're grandfather's experience I'm sure was terrible. I guess basically I'm being one now since more people watch KZbin then all tv combined :)

[@mimiblitberg]

@@ThatPhilippinesLife absolutely! You’re a natural.

[@robertp.7090]

Again, well done Michael, I watched the whole video! I'm looking forward to seeing more of the beach.

[@coffeegetsme9465]

Some phone call made in the background I'd say as a "thank you" for shining a light on our town. And why not! Awesome stuff. Such a humble guy, you are Michael. 🤙🏼🍺 TGIF needs to give Michy a bonus 🎉 sweet lady. I need staff like that!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Tip Her well!

[@AZ_Bill]

Wow! 30k subscribers already. Congratulations, Michael. Well-deserved! Amazing video as always. I’m ready to visit!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you very much!

[@mamalolysimplengbuhayandco8836]

Wow! Wonderful views, Bataan Philippines beautiful city. Enjoy tour our country and thanks for sharing us new friend, I watching i no skip ads. Have a blessed day keep safe like 45. I sending you a full support. Keep it up and good luck I will see soon your next video upload. Stay connected. God bless👍👍❤❤❤❤❤❤😍

[@calvinsmith1460]

Thanks for touring Bataan. That elevator worked 12 years ago, I spent a few days there and we have pics from inside the cross. Amazing place to visit. It's my #2 behind Tagaytay.

[@fortuneybiernas5778]

The church in Balanga is the cathedral of the Diocese of Balanga. Their former bishop was transferred to Antipolo so the see is vacant (sede vacante).

[@enzos711]

Wow, seems like a really laid back, very friendly town

[@zenaidarubiano5209]

My grandfather survived the Death March because in the first place he was a Public School Teacher then and was recognized by one of the officers so he didn't pushed through it....I'm glad you noticed our place, the land of the brave, you'll be able to discover many tourist spots and beaches here also,proud to be Bataenya!🎉❤

[@msd6105]

I’m new to the channel and I must say you are the friendliest person with good vibes❤

[@danielwarnes7231]

It is a shame how little American's know and understand the huge sacrifices made by both the Civilians and Military of the Philippines. So many gave their lives to help US Soldiers.

[@HF-ft8ln]

You forgot to visit the most beautiful old village in the Philippines, also in Bataan called Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar. Also, if you're returning to Manila, you should take the ferry through Manila Bay from Bataan, which is way faster and more scenic.

[@wilsontan8471]

Bataan a historical sight of WW2. Another place you should visit is corregidor island where you can see the big canon facing the ocean, a tunnel, etc. it has a beach also.

[@vivs0103]

Wow. Thank you for featuring my hometown, Bataan. ♥️♥️♥️

[@seventhskin1]

I've heard about Bataan, but never seen any KZbinr vlog there. Thanks! And one more thing, could you please remember to fasten your seatbelt, sir??? I think this is the second or third time I've heard you being asked in your videos. Hahaha. Great place, great video.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

It's good he asked that but I also just jumped in with the camera rolling. I wear seatbelts

[@seventhskin1]

@@ThatPhilippinesLife I'm sure you do. I just laughed out loud when he asked because I think I've heard one or two others ask you before you even had a second to get settled in the seat. I was completely joking, but aren't the Filipinos always so polite? All joking aside, I really do enjoy the content you give us, and I love the way you engage people with kindness and respect. Thanks again.

[@1machoguerrereo508]

Awesome video sir,God bless our heroes ❤

[@amaliahightower]

Bataan is beautiful! Amazing tourism welcomed you and took you around different tourist locations 💙 Kudos to Bataan Tourism! I bought a suitcase from SM and it has a lifetime warranty 😊 For example, if the wheels break they will fix it. In a few years it will be quicker to get to Bataan from Manila. The construction of Bataan Cavite Interlink Bridge is supposed to start this year. Thanks for this tour really enjoyed it.

[@xXkeLLy467Xx]

Thanks for this! Bataan is in my list of places to visit someday! Have fun! :)

[@joban7851]

First blogger 🎖️ foreigner in Bataan.

[@gotruckyourself2976]

Best video so far, loved it

[@manuelortega4654]

I remember when your Prime Minister Justin Trudeau went to the Philippines to attend the APEC SUMMIT, after the meeting and when he was on the highway back to his Hotel suddenly his car stopped in front of the JOLIBEE OUTLET and he went down from his car and walk straight to the restaurant and ordered JOLIBEE CHICKEN (take-out) and all staffs got surprised upon seeing the Canadian Prime Minister and according from him he liked Jolibee Chicken a lot and course a lot of selfies happened to all staffs all individual camera was so busy that time. He says there was a Jollibee Branch in his hometown.

[@mf6207]

I really love your videos. Excellent work. I’m definitely becoming another supporter. I wouldn’t even know about Bataan if I didn’t watch your video!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Much appreciated!

[@user-uu6cl3xy1g]

EXCELLENT VIDEO. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@thepowersofone2570]

NICE TOUR AND INFOS FOR TOURISM !

[@patd4u2]

my dad was in the Marine Corps, he was not on the death march, but he got captured on Corregidor and was sent to Japan on one of the hell ships and was a POW there for the entire war

[@juanitocanlas422]

Thank you for featuring my home province.

[@marysuzettecatipon6147]

This content is so nice❤ I found this part of your exploration in the province of Bataan and it's good you go to the Mt. Samat Shrine as well❤

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

The first Bataan video (two before this one) I was there :)

[@marysuzettecatipon6147]

@@ThatPhilippinesLife yeah I found out and the rest are nice as well. Thank you for coming to my Beloved Province and Country.♥️🥰🙏

[@timsturgill6813]

The food cans appear to be the predecessor to the C-ration, or combat ration, which was before the MRE. I ate a lot of C-rations when I first joined the army. Later, they came out with the MRE. They have vastly improved since they first came out.

[@Banjmedina]

you're a cool dude, that's my home province.. plus you're a very respectful traveller/vlogger i have to subscribed😎

[@user-hv1un5jo2w]

Hi Michael Smith! Welcome! New subscriber here from Baguio City. Thank you very much for showcasing our beloved country, the Beautiful Philippines 🇵🇭. God bless you and your family sir Michael. God bless you, protect you and prosper you. Enjoy sir. 😊 Take care

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you so very much bless you, welcome to the channel

[@enzos711]

"Kuya" is used to address an older male relative or friend (especially one's own brother), and means "brother".

[@criauxe]

wow hes in bataan i wish i was in bataan when you were there so i can meet you in person