오토바이로 떠난 숨겨진 필리핀 오지 탐험기

오토바이로 떠난 숨겨진 필리핀 오지 탐험기

Sometimes, the heart sets out before the body does. At the end of a tiring day, I close my eyes and picture the blue sea and the refreshing breeze. For me, that place was Bohol, Philippines. Just a tiny dot on the map, but the sea embraced me, and the smiles of the people left a deep impression. Standing on the road, the world speaks to me. The wind becomes a question, and the scenery an answer. And within that moment, I hear a quiet kind of comfort. “Philippines, Bohol, Panglao”
Panglao, Bohol, Philippines [Motorbike Rental Shop] A rental shop called ‘MINI MART’ that also runs a tuning shop and a grocery. I’d like to rent a bike. Do you have a driver’s license? 125cc is 400 pesos, 110cc is 350 pesos. The 125cc is a Honda Click, and the 110cc is a Honda Beat. That small scooter is 350 pesos (about 8,500 KRW per day), and the Click is 400 pesos (about 9,600 KRW per day). Which one should we rent? Ramchin: The 400 peso one. I’ll give you a discount if you rent it for three days. Please give us a discount! I’ll give you 50 pesos off per day. So the 400 peso scooter becomes 350 pesos. We’re going to rent two of the same scooters. Can we get a bigger discount? I’ll have to ask first. The guys next to us started shouting, “Oppa! Oppa!” Everyone burst out laughing. They want a discount for two bikes. Two bikes? Yeah, for three days. You need to have two driver’s licenses. Are you both good at driving? I’ve been driving for 10 years. How about you? Same here. Normally, it’s 400 pesos per day, but I can give you a rate of 350 pesos. That’s if you rent for three days. We’re renting two bikes—can you give us a bigger discount? No, that’s my final offer. Please, come on! Sorry. Luckily, they gave us a little extra discount. Thank you! After filling out some simple info, we rented the bikes. If anything happens, contact this number. We brought our helmets from Korea. Make sure to fill the gas tank back up to the same level when you return. It’s at four bars. They kindly showed us how to operate everything. There’s a storage compartment under the seat and a USB port, which is really convenient. [Recording the bike’s condition before departure] [This trip is a ride with Lamchin] Hi, Bohol! Waving hello didn’t work here… I’ll have to keep greeting everyone. Finally, we’re out on the roads of the Philippines. Right now, we’re near Alona Street. There are lots of people and cars, so I think we should get away from this noisy area first. Bohol consists of a big main island and a smaller island called Panglao, where the airport and many resorts are. We’re currently on Panglao Island, near Alona Beach. Prices here are quite high— almost the same as in Korea, and there are also a lot of Koreans around. But for this trip, I planned places where I can truly feel the local vibe. So before the main island trip, we’ll first take a tour around Panglao Island today. So before the main island trip, we’ll start by taking a ride around Panglao Island. [Overtaking on the same lane is the norm here] Oh, did you just see that? There are a few things you should watch out for when riding here. First! Always be careful about overtaking on the same lane. As you just saw, unlike in Korea, overtaking on the same lane seems to be the standard practice here. So you need to use your horn well, for your own safety and others’. Make good use of it. Second! Uneven road surfaces. You have to keep an eye on the road at all times. Third! Watch out for livestock like chickens, dogs, and goats. Most animals here roam freely, so they can suddenly appear out of nowhere. Keeping all this in mind, today I’ll stay focused and ride as safely as possible. There are tons of palm trees lining the roads, and the contrast of all the greenery is really vivid. It feels kind of surreal. Sometimes I’m not sure if what I’m seeing is really real or just a dream. You often see livestock roaming the streets— cows and goats just wandering by the roadside. Honestly, it feels like I’m watching a nature documentary right in front of me. There are even goats here. What’s this? Did lightning strike here? These unexpected moments make it even more fun. Is that a banana? Or a papaya? Why does something so simple feel so healing? It’s really soothing. Wow, there’s a tiny convenience store here, and there are so many kids on the street. I’m a 90s kid myself, and these kids are so cute. We used to be just like them. Kids everywhere, friends’ moms cooking meals for everyone—that kind of neighborhood feeling. That warm atmosphere still feels alive here. I really love that. You should come to Bohol, seriously. It’s been amazing right from the start. The scenery is beautiful, but being able to see this natural daily life up close is the real charm here. And now I’m heading to a beach called ‘Momo Beach.’ There are hardly any tourists—it’s a truly local beach, so I’m really looking forward to seeing what it’s like. Looks like we’re almost at Momo Beach. I’m starting to get a feeling about this place. The touristy vibe is fading away, and places like this make you feel like there’s something hidden to discover. I’m really excited right now. Momo Beach
Barangay Bil-isan, Momo Beach Momo Beach is a beach that keeps its natural beauty, untouched and unpretentious. For the locals here, the sea is just outside their doorstep. Like the gentle waves, time here flows slowly. Let’s see what they’re selling. This is the same ice cream cone I used to buy for 500 won as a kid. And it still costs about 500 won here in the Philippines. This small ice cream takes me back through time to a summer afternoon during school break. I stayed there for a moment. 20 pesos is about 500 won, I think. Delicious. How is it? Lamchin: It’s paradise on earth. There really aren’t many tourists here. Maybe it’s because it’s a weekday, and the water is an emerald color. It’s hard to capture on video though. Lamchin: I think you can travel cheaply here. Lamchin: Just bring some gochujang (Korean chili paste). Lamchin: You can just mix this into your rice, [Seaweed everywhere] Lamchin: There are plenty of ingredients here. Now, let’s head to the next spot. This place was comforting enough even if you did nothing. I think that was the greatest comfort this place gave me. Using that comfort as fuel, we headed to our next destination. Now we’re off to cool down at Hinagdanan Cave. Right now, it’s actually 33 degrees Celsius here. The camera keeps overheating and shutting off, it’s quite a hassle. But at least when we’re riding, it’s cool, so the wind gives me some comfort. I’m using Google Maps for navigation, and I’m using a local Philippine SIM card. You can easily buy SIM cards at supermarkets or convenience stores, and there are plenty of guides online on how to get one. [Ripe coconut] I’m going to test tomorrow whether the data signal is strong even in remote areas. From Momo Beach to Hinagdanan Cave, it’s less than a 15-minute drive. Nearby, there’s a spot called ‘Napaling Reef,’ famous for its sardine runs. If you like snorkeling, you should definitely check it out. Since I went snorkeling a lot yesterday at Balicasag Island, I’m going to skip the water activities today. Looks like we’re about to arrive at Hinagdanan Cave. parking fee? Oh, parking fee? They said just pay whatever you want. You can think of it as a donation. They said it’s okay to leave your helmet here, so that’s a relief because I was planning to carry it. I’ll leave it here and go buy the entrance ticket. The cave closes at 5 p.m., and it’s already 4:25, so they told me to hurry. [Ticket booth next to the parking lot] Two tickets, please. 50 pesos per person, about 1,200 won. Hinagdanan Cave
JRG2+496, Bingag, Dauis Two people. We have to wait a bit. But they’re letting people in before the wait. [Very narrow entrance] Why isn’t it cool inside? I thought there’d be a cold breeze like air conditioning. I heard people even swim here, but there’s also talk that bat droppings sometimes fall into the water. [A simple but beautiful cave] There’s not much to see, and this is pretty much it, but I’m going to check out the photo spot over there. [Light streaming in through a hole in the cave ceiling] There’s less to explore than I thought, so I decided to at least take a photo. This trip isn’t about grand experiences. Riding on a blank film with no light, as we build our own scenes one by one, a movie called ‘Memories’ will be completed. Wow, four people are riding together. You said you used to do that when you were young, right? Wow, that’s actually possible. When Lamchin was young, he rode an HyoSung Suzuki AX100 with his dad, right? They rode the AX100 bike with the whole family of four just like this. That’s how it was back then, yeah. There were people like that in the neighborhood too. It seems that many riders here don’t wear helmets. Legally, wearing helmets is mandatory, but maybe because the weather is hot, many just don’t wear them out of habit. Right now, I’m heading to a café with a great view. Hello! The road I’m on feels so deep in the mountains, I’m starting to wonder if this is really the way to the café. Look at this, wow! We usually think of pine trees when we hear ‘mountains,’ but seeing so many palm trees really makes the trip feel real. Wow, it’s so exotic. Oh, there’s a cow calmly grazing in the mountains. Wow, where am I right now? [A suddenly unfolding breathtaking view] Can you see it? This is amazing. The view is insane, right? Zara’s Cafe
Purok 7, Dayo Hill Rd, Mayacabac, Dauis From the entrance, the vast sea welcomes you, and I fell in love at first sight. [Cakes that look absolutely delicious] They also sell gelato here. [Drinks, desserts, pasta, and more on the menu] Finally, it’s here. Time to enjoy! It’s a shame the camera can’t capture the full feeling of seeing this with my own eyes, but this is the view from the café right now. The sea stretches out like this over here. Do you see that bridge in the middle? If you cross there, you’ll get to Bohol main island. Let’s rewind today until sunset like this, and then open up tomorrow. The view of Bohol island from the café was truly like an unknown world. Tomorrow, we’ll be riding through those scenes. On the way back to the accommodation, the smoke rising caught my attention, so I turned the handlebars. Looks delicious. Hello. What do you want? Barbecue. Is it chicken? No, it’s pork. This one is chicken. That’s a chicken drumstick. That’s the chicken backbone and wings. This one is chicken feet. Chicken head. Chicken liver. Chicken neck. Gizzard. Chicken innards. And sausages and hot dogs. 11 skewers for 300 pesos / about 7,200 won. Ramchin: The price is crazy! We headed to the next place to buy rice. Various fried foods and barbecues. Two servings of rice, please. Suddenly, someone greeted me from the side. Hello. People in the Philippines always seem to have a smile on their face. He’s making barbecue right now. Is he the shop owner? Yeah. I also bought a cola at the shop. One can costs 50 pesos / about 1,200 won. One serving of rice is 15 pesos / about 400 won. Isn’t this by the roadside? They just set up tables right here. This is the kind of romance you get to enjoy here. I bought rice, and they packed it in a plastic bag like this. It’s cold rice, so I’m just going to eat it all clumped together like this. There’s something romantic about it. And with that sleeping dog here, it feels even more romantic. Wow, this looks really delicious. I’m really looking forward to it. Let’s eat quickly. Thank you for the meal. [The dog’s wistful eyes] Thank you for the meal. Sausage. Wow, this is so delicious. The sausage is made with pig’s blood, and it’s incredibly tasty. Wow, this is crazy. I’ll tell you where this is later, so you definitely have to try it. Just dip it in the sauce like this. It was really, really good. Should I come back again tomorrow? It’s so delicious. I ate kind of messily, but I finished it all. That was for two people, right? It costs about 7,000 won. Honestly, I’m more satisfied than with the expensive food we had yesterday. Ramchin: That was ten times the price, Ramchin: but this tastes ten times better. yammy street skewer spot
HRJC+R3Q, Anos Fona cier Circimferential Rd, Dauis
(Next to Edu’s Meat Shop on Google Maps) It’s right next door like this. They said they come here all the time, so if you’re visiting Bohol, you should definitely stop by here. Satisfaction guaranteed, 100%. Now, let’s head back to the accommodation. The stars are really bright here. [The view doesn’t show well on camera] There’s a hammock over there. Alright everyone, see you tomorrow. The Milky Way and stars of Bohol. The next morning, I woke up to the birds’ harmony. It felt like the birds were eyeing my breakfast. I set up a hidden camera, and caught this precious moment. A refreshing start to the day. Alright, the second day of our bike trip has dawned. It’s currently 8:30 AM, and today we’re going to ride near the Loboc River. While looking at Google Maps, I searched for hidden spots that aren’t crowded with tourists. So today, we’re going to visit waterfalls, and some great viewpoints. We plan to ride for about 5 to 6 hours round trip. Today, we leave Panglao and head to explore the unknown Bohol main island. From the cafe yesterday, the view of Bohol Island showed smoke rising here and there, and dense greenery stretched like a jungle. Maybe that’s why I firmly believe today’s journey will be an exciting adventure. Now, we’re about to cross the Boja Bridge, which connects to Bohol Island. Emerald-blue sea spreads out. I thought the bridge would feel like a big highway bridge, but it has a simple, seaside village vibe. [Date spot at night] Because it’s not flashy, the scenery feels even more beautiful. We’re now in Tagbilaran, the administrative center of Bohol. Definitely, there are more cars here now, and it seems like riders are all wearing helmets. It’s bustling enough that there’s some traffic. I’m curious about Tagbilaran, so I plan to explore it tomorrow. This is Baclayon Church, one of the oldest churches in the Philippines. It was first built in 1596 by Spanish missionaries. At first, it was made of wood, but later rebuilt with coral stones. I was debating whether to visit here, so I did some research. During my Bohol trip, I noticed there are many big and small churches, which are all traces left by Spain during colonization. Right now, the jeepney driver and I keep making eye contact, but he’s pretending to sleep because he’s embarrassed. I’m now heading to the Loboc River in Bohol, where many people enjoy cruises. But I’m going beyond where the cruises go, to experience the true Loboc River up close. I think this is the entrance to Loboc village. The tropical rainforest vibe is already really strong here. Looks like there’s a river on the right. Even deep in a mountain village like this, there’s a small convenience store. It really has a nice feel to it. Everyone, because the roads aren’t great here and there are hills, I think it’s better to pay an extra 50 pesos and rent a 125cc bike if you can. There are quite a lot of bananas here. Did you know that banana “trees” aren’t actually trees, but plants? I just found out recently. Even though they grow this tall, they’re still plants. Wow, I wonder if the road keeps going like this. This really feels like heading deep into a tropical rainforest adventure. But surprisingly, contrary to how I feel inside, this place is very peaceful. With beautiful palm trees like this, and animals running around. I wonder what kind of hidden treasures make this path so challenging to travel. Looking back, the adventure scene I imagined yesterday might have been this very moment. I think this is the place? Loboc Village
J2C7+FP, Loboc We finally arrived. There are kids playing around like this, and from somewhere, singing can be heard. There’s a song coming from over there… A baby is singing. Let’s go see what’s there. Hello. [Somewhat shy kids] The jade-colored river and tropical forest overwhelmed me at first sight. This place is crazy. Come here. Kids for whom diving is just everyday life. Kids for whom diving is just everyday life. Do you know any Korean? Annyeong, saranghae etc It’s okay, ding ding ding (a popular song on SNS). They quickly let their guard down and smiled. Then they asked me to teach them Korean. “Annyeonghaseyo” means “Say hi.” “Thank you” means “gamsahamnida.” “I love you” is “saranghaeyo.” “I’m fine” is “gwaenchanha.” Wow, this place is really amazing. They even dive off the trees near where the boats are. You’re lucky kids. You get to live in such a beautiful place. I decided to make memories with the kids. Where can I buy ice cream? It’s on me. Let’s go together. Let’s go eat ice cream. Thank you. You’re welcome. You’re so kind. No, thank you. [Excited little kids] Five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten kids. Ten ice creams, please. [So adorable kids] Waiting was such a joyful moment. And these sweet kids gave back by speaking Korean. I bought more ice cream to share with more kids. Someone came all the way here by motorbike to sell goods. It reminded me of old times. They welcomed me so warmly, I had so much fun and felt so happy. The feeling I first had about the Filipino people hasn’t changed and just keeps going on. I just really love it. Everyone, you should definitely come here. [Sympathetic rooster crow] The place I came to is where only locals live. If you want, you can even rent a kayak here for a fee. [The house of the kid who waved earlier] I decided to fly a drone together with my friends. An emerald river slowly flowing through the tropical rainforest. ‘Loboc’ (lubok) means a deep, hidden place in the river. It was a place where people hid to avoid pirate attacks. This untouched nature reminds me of the kids in Loboc village. Though we just met, it felt like we’d known each other for a long time. We quickly smiled and leaned on each other’s shoulders. What the camera captured was the beautiful scenery, but what stayed in my heart was the kids’ wonderful smiles. With warm memories held in a brief hug, I set off on the road once again. [Sarāmat po = Thank you] Now, off to the next destination. You can look forward to all the places we’re visiting today. But I’m really glad I came here. The roads were rough, but the kids were so pure and bright, and if you come here, I think renting a kayak would be a great experience. Ice cream costs 10 pesos each, about 200 won in Korean money. Seeing the kids happy made me really happy too. It was truly happiness for just 2,000 won. The waterfall is located deep in the mountains, so we’re hurrying to get there now. Looks like we’ve arrived. We’re here. Going to the waterfall? Yes. You have to pay over there first. Got it. Where are you from? Korea. Koreans come here every day. Park your motorcycle here, and find a guide here. [NO GUIDE, NO ENTRY] The Filipinos welcome us with smiles as always. They said we have to talk over there. I heard the guide fee is about 200 pesos. Hello. Two people. Please write your name here. They even took care of our helmets. How much is it? A total of 520 pesos. For two people? Includes entrance fee, guide fee, everything. Please write your information. [Guide and motorcycle to take us to the waterfall] ※ Please note there is no data signal here. The road is super bumpy. Bumpy, bumpy. The road was really rough, but thanks to the guide, we got there comfortably. Thank you. Maybe they’ll accompany us throughout the trip The guide stayed with us the whole time. I heard there are a lot of stairs to go down. [Nearly 300 stairs] He even took some photos and videos for us. Ramchin: I’m gonna die coming back up (and we did). It’s a long way down. Ramchin: really.. We’re about to die.. Ramchin: Oh wow. What is it? Is it nice? Let’s see. Pahangog Falls
J5W5+4JV, Dimiao Pahangog Falls, Bohol’s hidden secret garden. A 30-meter twin-stream waterfall cascading down, a turquoise pool that sparkles like Gatorade, and the dense tropical forest come together to create a magical, fairytale-like landscape. The color of the water is so beautiful. The cool breeze from the valley made me forget the summer heat for a while. Climbing back up those 300 stairs was brutal. I almost downed this entire bottle in one go. That was exhausting. I just collapsed on the spot. I feel alive again after running a bit. It’s 3 PM now, and I haven’t even had a proper meal yet. So I’m going to head somewhere that looks like a town to eat. There are two more places I want to visit. One has a great view, and the other is called a rice terrace— beautifully layered fields stretching across the hills. If there’s enough time, I’d love to see both. [Voice drops from heat exhaustion] My body’s not feeling right. My eyes are dry, and I feel so weak—like I might collapse any minute. I’m low on gas, and my energy’s running out too. Time to recharge. [Gas station] Fill it up, please. Shall we fill it up at once? Let’s see how much it takes. It’s about 5,000 won worth. Seems like gas prices are similar to Korea. [Gasoline was around 1,300–1,400 KRW per liter] We filled up two bikes for 456.29 pesos—about 11,000 won. Feels heavier now. This whole area is a cemetery. A Muslim cemetery. It was interesting to see a cemetery right in a residential area. With our burning passion and this blazing heat, it felt like we might melt any second. Then a new village appeared before our eyes— the scenery of Dimiao felt like an oasis. I should snap a photo over there. Let’s grab a burger from that place. Sometimes, a view you stumble upon by chance stops you in your tracks like a painting. In those moments, I quietly press the shutter— because one day, in the middle of that beautiful scene, I’ll still be standing as the main character. That’s how it felt when I first entered the streets of Dimiao. [A hermit crab someone had caught] This is the village of Dimiao, and since there aren’t many restaurants here, we’re going to eat at a place called Angel’s Burger. And right next to Angel’s Burger— [a photo spot perfect for some aesthetic shots] We ordered this giant hotdog called “CHEESY FOOTLONG.” That must be ours. Did we order one that’s too big? How much is 56 pesos? [About 1,300 KRW] Can we really finish this? Ramchin: Of course we can. Try it and see how it tastes. Ramchin: It’s good. It has mayo and ketchup on top. The sausage has cheese inside it. It’s pretty decent. Ramchin: So that’s why it’s called cheesy—it’s not on the side. It didn’t have any veggies, which was a bit disappointing, but the value was great. Now we’re off to our next destination. Thanks for the meal. It’s finally starting to cool down now. Everyone, the weather here in Bohol is hot, but if you follow the route I introduced, you’ll be satisfied. What do you think? How was my route? Ramchin: It was perfect—couldn’t ask for more. Ramchin: But you should definitely be prepared for the heat. Whether it’s through video or photos, capturing memories like this is honestly such a wonderful thing. Our next destination came into view. From here, we pass through Dimiao and enter Valencia. WELCOME TO MUNICIPALITY OF VALENCIA Valencia has a lot of places worth visiting. There are also several areas designated as nature reserves. And the place I’m heading to now— there’s this gorgeous mountain that looks just like a Windows wallpaper. A perfect scenic spot. Bohol is full of scenic hills, but this one felt especially peaceful and beautiful, so I chose this spot. He’s carrying a ladder on his motorcycle—wow. [This village gives off such a peaceful vibe] I feel like the Philippines must have a really high happiness index. Everyone always looks cheerful and happy. Even the dogs look happy here. Ramchin: But people in Manila… Ramchin: probably aren’t this happy. In general, people in island nations seem to be happier, don’t you think? Maybe it’s the heat, but people seem more relaxed and laid-back. [Chicks and hens crossing the road] Go ahead, cross safely. Isn’t that kind of dangerous? But cars here usually drive around 40–60 km/h. [We’ve been riding slowly at around 40 km/h this whole trip] [Always keep your eyes on the road ahead] Looks like we’re almost there. I think this is the entrance. (Reading sign) There it is—Eunjong Hill? Ah, it’s actually called Udjong Hill. Another unpaved road… I can see something ahead, though. Should we park here and walk? Let’s check it out. [Such a peaceful view] Should we try riding the bike in? Looks like motorbikes have been through here before. What is this peacefulness? [A lone cow grazing calmly on a green meadow] Seems like this isn’t just a walking trail. From the looks of the path. Watch out for cow dung. There were barely any reviews about this place. It’s that hidden. There’s even a cross over there. Tell me this doesn’t look like a Windows wallpaper. Someone else even rode their bike up here. So I guess it’s allowed? Can we go up there too? The view was honestly breathtaking. Think we can make it? Let’s try. [A very steep and bumpy path] It wasn’t easy. Udjong Peak Hills
J5MP+M3P, Valencia Endless green meadows and an open sky, blue ocean and quiet forests, the sound of birds singing, a refreshing mountain breeze— as the blue sky slowly turns orange, what more could I possibly say? It was truly a brilliant, magical moment. Before heading back, I captured the scenery countless times with my eyes and my heart To remember it for a long time Going down slowly, holding the brakes. Alright everyone, I’m heading back to the accommodation now. See you at the hotel. On the way back, I stumbled upon a night market. Loay Public Market
Public Market, Loay, 6303 Is it a village festival? There were lots of street foods. [Traditional Filipino dish, Lechon] I thought it was like pork hock at first. But it’s whole roasted pig. They were selling all kinds of food. That’s the same skewer I had yesterday. We decided to try a few things. There were scallops and all kinds of seafood. That one’s tuna. We started with scallops and noodles. 8 pieces for 100 pesos – about 2,500 won. [Noodles – 100 pesos] Is there a festival going on? It runs from May 23 to June 12. (It was May 23 that day.) The “Loay Food Bazaar” festival is part of the annual Trinity Sunday celebration,
with food, cultural performances, and religious events all coming together. [Also added chicken rice] How much is it? 99 pesos per plate – about 2,300 won. I thought the skewers were handmade,
but they seemed to be store-supplied. Still, I was curious how they’d taste compared to the ones from the first day. There are so many people—it must really be a village festival. We’re the only foreigners here. Everyone’s staring at us curiously. [People warmly welcoming us] It’s super crowded here. So much food too. Okay, this costs about 8,000 won. And the skewers we ordered earlier were 200 pesos. That’s around 5,000 won. So what’s the total? [Total: 500 pesos – around 12,000 won] 12,000 won worth of happiness! Just like yesterday… I wonder how it tastes today. Will it be similar? It’s too sweet. Ramchin: Is it different from yesterday? Ramchin: Or maybe you’re just full? The sauce seems a bit different. Still, it’s good. Sweet and salty. We’re right here now. I guess this village is called Loay. Loay is located near Loboc. [Enjoying the music] I keep thinking this— In the Philippines, singing feels like a part of everyday life, and I think that’s why so many people have great vocal skills. Now we’re really heading back to the hotel. Ramchin: Who would’ve thought we’d end up at a rural town festival? Right? It was so fun. Ramchin: I guess this is more our style than cities. Leaving with another great memory. Hi everyone! Yesterday, I was so sore all over— I just took a shower and passed out the moment we got back. Didn’t even say goodnight. Today is the third day of our bike trip. We’re heading to Tagbilaran to try some local Filipino food. We realized we hadn’t really had much traditional local food yet. So we’ll eat some of that, check out the local market, and if time allows, visit a local village too. Let’s get going right away! Let’s start the day by riding on the bumpy road, again today. Yesterday on the way to Loboc River, the road was super rough. So I stored this camera under the bike seat… but I guess all that shaking was too much. [Stabilization function or sensor might’ve broken] [Even phone camera started acting up] The camera started glitching out. It just wouldn’t work properly— everything was shaking on screen. So at our last filming spot, at Udjong Hill, I had a bit of a meltdown… It was kind of upsetting. But when I tested it again, it was working fine. So if you’re traveling, it’s better to carry your camera or gimbal on your body, not under the seat or in the trunk! When we traveled to Bohol main island yesterday, it didn’t rain, but when we came back to Panglao Island, the floor was wet It must have rained Looks like we got lucky and avoided the rain. It’s a bit cloudy again today, but we’re setting off, hoping the rain stays away. Let’s start the day. We have to return the bike by 8 p.m. today. It’s already 3 p.m., and we left a bit late after some rest, so we’ll need to move efficiently. It only takes 29 minutes from here. We should be good. [Spotted a rider balancing a helmet on his head] We came across so many unique riders. Hello! [Suzuki Raider 150 – a popular underbone motorcycle in Southeast Asia] Oh, that’s a cool bike. It seems like young riders or those who are really into motorcycles often choose that Suzuki model. Looks like it performs really well. I heard the Click goes up to 110 km/h too. And when I tried it out, they say it has the same engine as the Honda PCX, and yeah, it feels great and rides really smoothly. [Crossing the Dauis Bridge] Mmm, the smell of the sea. [Feels similar to the Boca Bridge, yet different] Something about this scenery feels different, right? [A different vibe from other parts of Bohol so far] This is the real deal. And surprisingly, you can get a massage here for just 400–500 pesos per hour. It’s 2,000 pesos in Panglao! Honestly, this travel style suits us better. That’s how we’ve always traveled. It’s just so fun. Let’s just explore everywhere. I bet we’ll come across something interesting. [So many motorbikes] Let’s just follow this tuk-tuk. Is that the market over there across the street? Yep, that must be it. You can go ahead first. Wow, this difficulty level is hell. Hell. I’ll go ahead first. Suddenly, a lot of cars were cutting in. There’s a motorcycle parking lot over there. [Island City Mall] Since we’re here, let’s just stop by here too. It’s huge. What’s that motorcycle? That person’s riding something nice. [First mid-size bike encountered in Bohol] They’re riding a nice CBR 650. [Arrived] We decided to try some street skewers first. What is this? Dipo rada (?) Dipora. [Not sure of the exact name, but it’s like fried fish cake] How much is it? 20 pesos per skewer / about 500 won. Just one, please. Make it spicy, please. Pick one of the two. It looked extremely spicy. Is it really spicy? Yeah. Oh my god. The chili smell is so strong, what am I going to do? It’s really spicy. It was seriously very spicy. I think I have to buy it again. But it tastes good. Lamchin: If you can just tolerate the smell, it’s eatable. I thought it was super spicy, honestly. Lamchin: It was spicy when you dipped it, Lamchin: but if you just put it straight in your mouth, it’s not spicy. Really? Lamchin: Try it. I can’t eat it, it’s too spicy. Lamchin: Help me, please eat this. I feel like I’m going to die. Let’s just eat something else. [Next door, another skewer stand] Can I buy just two? Yes, you can. 4 pesos per skewer / about 100 won. Spicy? Oh no, not spicy. From when we ate the first skewer, the friends were laughing at us, finding it funny. Thank you. This time it’s a sweet sauce. I can only taste the batter. How does it smell? It’s chicken intestines skewers. This is where Bohol’s largest mall, ICM, is located. Across the fancy mall, we decided to explore a market full of traditional vibes. Tagbilaran Public Market
Rajah Sikatuna Ave, Dampas District, Tagbilaran City, Bohol 6300 The atmosphere of the traditional market was familiar. Fresh vegetables and various seafood, among lively people, the warmth of life was truly felt. If we compare it to Korea, it’s like a fruit and vegetable market? What should I call it? Like a traditional market, a fruit and vegetable market kind of feeling. It seems mostly for food ingredients. So if you want to buy fruit cheaply, you can come here and buy it at a good price. [A mischievous friend, Lawrence, suddenly appears] Hello. What are you selling? [Definitely a popular guy] You’re handsome. So cute. Let’s eat here. [Meat stir-fried with lime] [Steamed beef skin] Please give me this too. I don’t know the name, but I ordered various delicious-looking dishes. [Philippine traditional dish ‘Adobo’]
A dish made by stewing pork or chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, pepper, and more. [Philippine traditional dish ‘Bulalo’]
A traditional Filipino beef stew made by simmering collagen-rich beef skin and tail for 4 to 6 hours. [Philippine traditional dish ‘Sisig’]
A popular Filipino appetizer and side dish made by sautéing chopped pork with lime (or calamansi). Can I have a drink? Mountain Dew seems to be very popular in the Philippines. This dish reminds me of Korean-style pork ribs. I’ll give it a try. It tastes like jangjorim (soy-braised beef). It’s called skin steam something.. I think It’s steamed a cow’s shell It tastes like pork skin. It’s savory. And this one seems to be pork sautéed with lime. This is really tasty. It has a texture similar to yukjeon (Korean pan-fried meat) served at ancestral rites. I think it’s delicious. But the dishes are a bit greasy. We decided to try coconut milk at the skewer stand we visited earlier. I really love coconut. 20 pesos per cup / about 500 won. It was so good I drank three cups. Looks like they really blended fresh coconut meat. There are chunks in it. [Highly recommend eating it with skewers] Before returning the bike, we decided to take one last look around Tagbilaran. [A rider keeps making eye contact through the side mirror] The man behind me kept making eye contact through the side mirror. We both burst out laughing. So you can communicate even through side mirrors. Looks like this isn’t the city center. There’s not much here. [Classic car] So cool. I want a car like this too. Let’s quickly change the battery and go. Looks like this is a helmet street. There’s a street that sells helmets here. It’s not HJC, it’s HNJ. I wonder how much it costs. It feels weird to ask since we’re not buying. There are a lot of pretty helmets. (Our helmets) Not HJC, but HNJ. The font looks the same as HJC. [Thinking it’s funny] Why is this so funny? There’s not much to see downtown. [Traffic jam in Tagbilaran] It’s chaotic. [Playing the subtle game] Are you keeping up well? Did you get stuck? Where are you? I don’t know where the lanes are. There’s Starbucks. On the left. Places like this really need electric scooters to become common. Because of the exhaust. The traffic here is really bad. We wanted to visit a local village, but because of the traffic, we decided to go back to Panglao. What’s going on here? Why is everyone stopped? With motorcycles too. Are they watching planes take off? Oh, a plane is taking off. Everyone seems to be watching the plane taking off from here. It’s sad that each day of the trip is coming to an end. Looking at the plane, I realize that leaving isn’t the end, but the beginning of memories. It’s the first time I’ve seen one this close. I just returned the bike, and since it’s the last night, I’m going to do some decorating. [Firefly tour] We came to see fireflies, the last tour of the day. We put on life jackets and got on the boat. Aren’t you coming with us? Yes, we’re coming together. Our guide JR, who stayed with us even on the non-bike days, helped us make really great memories. Thank you, JR! It’s dark now, so we’re heading out. Wow, it’s really dark. [Fireflies] Like countless stars shining in the night sky and fireflies, I hold onto a shining dream— to travel many countries by bike. As I wrap up this overseas bike trip, my bike life, still a blank page, will surely bloom with many memories someday.

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