Living on a Houseboat in the Philippines (Our families hidden off-grid home)

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  • Visit www.squarespace... - After 4 years away from one of the most beautiful countries in the entire world - we are so excited to be back exploring one of our favourite countries 'The Philippines' as we head up to Coron to move into an off-grid floating houseboat.
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    Hi, we are Stephen, Jess and little Hunter, a traveling family who spent 2020 self-converting a van before moving in full-time to drive around our home country of Australia. We have now completed our lap, said our goodbyes, and resumed full-time travel before we wait for our second baby to arrive.

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  • @ally1827
    @ally1827 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    Love the “you don’t have to like it but you just have to try it”! And Hunters face after ❤😂

  • @Vinceventuring
    @Vinceventuring ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Hunter is seriously living her best life. You guys are great to watch, you are the same down to earth people you were in Hawaii all those years ago when you started ❤

    • @flyingthenest
      @flyingthenest  ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Ah this is so so kind to say ! That means so much 🤍

  • @Cris-qe9jz
    @Cris-qe9jz ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I love the effort the Philippines is putting in conservation of their tourist spots. Keep up the great work Phil.

    • @JEPOYHEROBLOGG
      @JEPOYHEROBLOGG 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      FILIPINO HERE WE REALLY OUR NATURE SADLY THE CHINA WANT TO CLAIMS OUR OCEAN THEY BUILT ARMY WITHIN THE AREA THAT WE PROTECT FOR DECADE ALL THE CORALS AND MANY MORE SPECIES IN THE OCEAN WAS BEEN DESTROY BY CHINA

  • @RosieRose359
    @RosieRose359 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Hunter is growing up so fast! So beautiful xx ❤❤ Little Koa is js the cutest thing x

  • @artryanrock
    @artryanrock ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I have to say that ever since you started travelling with Hunter, your videos are two times more interesting and entertaining. Enjoy the Philippines. This makes me want to go back to my country of birth

    • @CB-xr1eg
      @CB-xr1eg 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      "two times more interesting"...so not "twice as" interesting?🤔

  • @martinalemmerhofer6937
    @martinalemmerhofer6937 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    So beautiful! Watching Hunter grow up is such a joy. Everytime you think it can get any cuter.... here comes Ariel! 😂

    • @lisataylor6075
      @lisataylor6075 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes love you guys and Beautiful singing Hunter!!!

  • @alexgusi9441
    @alexgusi9441 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Welcome to our country philippines. Love the philippines. God bless both of you ❤️💘💘

  • @aairsick
    @aairsick ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Oh my. People wonder about traveling with children and this video answers that question. Some people can’t even take a plane to Grandmas without freaking out about kids traveling and you do THIS! Bravo.

  • @ajax0409
    @ajax0409 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    My favorite travel vlogger ever… such a wonderful couple and now a family 🥰 I’m glad you are back to my native homeland the Philippines 🇵🇭 ❤

  • @bemcorrales5358
    @bemcorrales5358 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    It's not easy travelling with 2 kids, but you guys did it so well 😊❤👨‍👦. Thanks for sharing this fabulous houseboat in Coron, Philippines 🇵🇭🏖🏝. Stay safe family and God bless 🙌 🙏 🍀

  • @srnamil
    @srnamil ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I didn’t want this episode to end! I really miss Philippines and its so lovely seeing the family enjoy the country once again 💝🤩

  • @hazellee5829
    @hazellee5829 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Fan from the Philippines here!! Thank you for visiting our country and glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to meet you all soon one day ❤

  • @nicolenedaniels9183
    @nicolenedaniels9183 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the "you dont have to like it but you can try it". You and steve have been saying that since before hunter and love that you guys teach her this now.
    Also, Hunter singing made me tear up😢 She's so happy and so precious!!

  • @GlobetrotterGranny
    @GlobetrotterGranny ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I’ve heard about this place. Would love to understand the process (and vendors) you used to get to the resort. We would be coming from the US (Chicago area). This looks like a FABULOUS place and an experience not to be missed.

  • @Lee-cs3mu
    @Lee-cs3mu ปีที่แล้ว +21

    So beautiful! This has been my dream trip since seeing it on Kara and Nate's channel but I always thought my kids had to be a bit older. Thanks for showing me I was wrong and I can do this with kids!

    • @Lee-cs3mu
      @Lee-cs3mu ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And Hunter singing little mermaid was adorable!!!!

  • @nicolettedorfling9788
    @nicolettedorfling9788 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Hunter is adorable! She have a great vocabulary, amazing!! Baby Koa is so calm and cute!!🎉❤

  • @travelertrome8449
    @travelertrome8449 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It is amazing how you guys are in such a stunning location yet Hunter still steals the show. Her personality comes out more and more with each vlog! And I think I am even starting to hear her have an Australian accent? And what a jaw dropping location. Amazing!!

  • @jennyvezina4551
    @jennyvezina4551 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'm looking for a very quiet, relaxing place to vacation, and I believe this may very well be the spot!

  • @ZoeShears
    @ZoeShears ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I absolutely love watching your adventures. The amazing culture you are introducing your children to is amazing. I can't wait till Koa is older and is running around with his sister.

  • @mrscb5303
    @mrscb5303 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I cannot thank you enough for taking me to places I’ve never heard of or thought I’d see!! This place was absolutely gorgeous but the true highlight was the singing mermaid 😉 I just admire you all for the wonderful humans you are raising. Or maybe mermaids 🧜‍♀️ 😊

  • @hfs212000
    @hfs212000 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    So happy to see you guys in my country ❤ hope you had the best time. Please come back again

    • @flyingthenest
      @flyingthenest  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Aww love our time here everytime

  • @benrichards5765
    @benrichards5765 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is the first time I could hear an Australian twang in hunters voice! So fun to watch you all explore as a family

  • @sejibee
    @sejibee ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly, I developed a short attention span so I don't usually watch videos for over 15 mins long but this vlog is one of those exceptions. I enjoy every second of this. I always get to watched different Palawan vlogs but this is my first time seeing the house boat so this got me really interested and the fact that you have your cute little kiddos traveling with you made everything perfect. My favorite part was when Hunter was singing 'Part of your World' while his daddy went on diving. Baby Koa is so cute too! You really made their childhood so special and they will forever remember that feeling.

  • @Lovelifeandtravel
    @Lovelifeandtravel ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Awesome video as always. Loved the editing Stephen! The pirate and mermaid scenes were cute and creative! The Philippines has never been on my radar but you certainly opened my eyes to the beauty of that area and now I’m tempted.

  • @DanielCameraAction
    @DanielCameraAction ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Wow, that looks so beautiful. I've stayed on a houseboat in Vietnam which was a great experience but now I really wanna stay on this one too someday, definitely adding it to the bucket list!

  • @wendybartolomeo3217
    @wendybartolomeo3217 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your little boy is so content. No matter who holds him.. 😮, perfectly behaved children. You’re both so blessed! 💕

  • @Troy25473
    @Troy25473 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm the Filipino who has never been to that place because it's expensive. but I'm happy there are other races who like the beauty of the Philippines ☺️ always take care beautiful family

  • @Anonymouslyyyyy346
    @Anonymouslyyyyy346 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m proud to say that i live in the Philippines. I’ve been there before and it was all worth it. Thank you for visiting in our country i hope did ya enjoy your vacation here. Stay safe and more vlogs to come.

  • @gabriellahujbert6600
    @gabriellahujbert6600 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hunter's first sentence in the morning: let's go to swim 😀🌊🏊 and the Ariel singing 💞 are there sharks close to the beach or is it absolutely safe?

  • @saratruax6252
    @saratruax6252 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Omg in love with this house boat! What an off the grid dream 💕 Definitely adding it to the bucket list. And I love that Hunter will jump right off the boat to swim 🏊‍♂️ I hope my little does the same!

  • @teresitamiranda1194
    @teresitamiranda1194 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well come back to the Philippines. So happy you came back. So nice to see your family having a nice time.. God bless you & your family.. Be safe!!. 🙏🧡💛💚..

  • @z.a.r.777
    @z.a.r.777 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The water is so blue and beautiful. I love this place, and I love that sister and brother are in the water. Have lots of fun

  • @heatherbrewington5362
    @heatherbrewington5362 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This looks like such a lovely location. I love Hunter's imagination!

  • @angelicam4781
    @angelicam4781 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What an incredible location! You have an absolutely delightful family. It's evident how much you adore your children.

  • @christine4670
    @christine4670 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hunter singing part of your world is everything 😁❤

  • @amyhawks370
    @amyhawks370 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The videos just keep getting better and better! Your photography is wonderful ❤

  • @JeanetteAbbey
    @JeanetteAbbey ปีที่แล้ว +5

    We went to the Philippines earlier this year, loved it, and can't wait for a revisit. We didn't get to Coron,but it's on the list now. 😊😊

  • @PhoenixGrin
    @PhoenixGrin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome Back!!!! It's been a very long time. Happy to see you with added two happiness. Very adorable children.

  • @hayhaywilly
    @hayhaywilly ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hunter and Dad in the kayak made me misty. You guys are the best parents, and these memories will be gold for your littles. ❤

  • @jennifersondej5551
    @jennifersondej5551 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This place is Gorgeous and I even had my husband watch and he was so Beautiful how clear the water, food, boat ride, how there is so much to do and you can swim and jump off the deck. I want to go here so bad. Hunter & Koa will have so many stories to tell there friends, grandparents, and the adventures they have been on. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lynnreymond654
    @lynnreymond654 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your family! Thanks for sharing your wonderful adventures💜💜

  • @stephaniefox8201
    @stephaniefox8201 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful place, and oh my hunters singing is magical x

  • @nicoleashley8235
    @nicoleashley8235 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hunter is so big now!! I love her raspy voice. How fun you get to make these memories with them ❤❤

  • @hilarymoloney1711
    @hilarymoloney1711 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful destination but what really blew me away is Hunters confidence and competence in the water.

  • @luisitocatalbas3804
    @luisitocatalbas3804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😊😊😊😊 you're ALWAYS WELCOME in the Philippines. Take care always.GOOD YOUR FAMILY VISIT THE BEAUTIFUL PLACES OUR COUNTRY. GOD BLESS US ALL.❤❤❤❤

  • @jaywei7546
    @jaywei7546 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have a fab time island hopping! You still have more than 7,000 islands to choose from. Enjoyed watching your vlog. Look forward to seeing more of your updates with stunning drone shots and underwater clips.

  • @aRVeesBlog
    @aRVeesBlog ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow very fun experience friend

  • @AshleyBurrus
    @AshleyBurrus ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my heart burst when Hunter was singing Part of that world. ❤❤

  • @GODsWRATHisREAL
    @GODsWRATHisREAL ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see u guys enjoying the Philippines

  • @ra_jcat6607
    @ra_jcat6607 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just seeing hunter enjoy the water makes me smile...such cute kiddos

  • @marap4107
    @marap4107 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You guys are unbelievable. Idk how you manage to continuously travel with 2 babies and not lose your damn minds. I'd like to see a video on how you prepare for these travels. It's amazing to see how pulled together you guys are. I'd be a hot mess in your shoes hahaha.

  • @AlainBundalian
    @AlainBundalian ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You for featuring my country, we love foreigner visiting our country and enjoying our food and places. hope you enjoy. So proud!

  • @hynyssha-zg8xm
    @hynyssha-zg8xm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for visiting Philippines!!

  • @nishitanishar9561
    @nishitanishar9561 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Such an incredible place to stay in and enjoy with your family! You guys always surprise with such unique and amazing trips! Always looking forward to your videos!😍
    Hunter is an absolute gem! So open to exploring😍

  • @madelinenason7706
    @madelinenason7706 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This trip looked so wholesome! ❤

  • @bealong8718
    @bealong8718 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG, I found your channel about 4 years ago, looking thru all of your vids, seeing you already had 4 years of videos and deciding I could catchup by watching the new day’s video, and if I watched 2-3 historical ones to catch up the whole collection. I just love the progression of your channel and the ease you have expanded your family while still travelling. Hunter is one smart, wide-eyed cookie, and so much humour she has - it’s been so amazing! Seeing Hunter and Koa travelling with you and learning new things together, is just wonderful.
    To get to the point - I can’t believe how fast Hunter is growing and talking, how she tries almost anything to eat and such a relaxed traveller. Something about this video just feels like you’ve “arrived” at that point you wanted to, 8 years ago, when waving goodbye to your families. This is truly one of my favourite TH-cam channels, hoping we can make it to one of the group travels in 2-3 years. Much love and travel safe ❤

  • @ladykiwi_nz4102
    @ladykiwi_nz4102 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ohhhh guys. ...Koa's first swim 😊❤️ gosh he has grown so fast. He really has. Very soon he will be taking his first steps. I wonder where in the world that will be. I enjoy your beautiful family videos. Thank you. Enjoy the Phillipines 🌹
    I Love Hunter's singing......

  • @henrytecson3059
    @henrytecson3059 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey guys, welcome back to the Philippines with Kid, haha fast years has no kid, and, now you have to enjoy, Philippines, godbless

  • @boppermacca9346
    @boppermacca9346 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When you told Hunter, 'you don't have to like it, but you at least have to try it' , little Koa was staring at that food like 'I'll give it a crack'..
    And Hunter's vocabulary is expanding more , every video you guys put out. This was great to watch

  • @kayleighhargreaves8762
    @kayleighhargreaves8762 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This has to be one of my favourite videos. I was smiling the whole time watching it ❤

  • @wanderingkashlee6983
    @wanderingkashlee6983 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hunter singing melts my heart 🥹🥹

  • @GoForLaunchVideos
    @GoForLaunchVideos ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video guys! We really wanna go to the Philippines one day!

  • @irises3724
    @irises3724 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I couldn't stop smiling. What a cute family ❤️

  • @travelmurmur
    @travelmurmur ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a dream stay! Definitely added to the bucket list 🤩

  • @msdcl3694
    @msdcl3694 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wish these videos were an hour long!! Just love ya'll personality and hunter is so adorable and smart!! Trinidad and Tobago :)

  • @amuservlog4561
    @amuservlog4561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So beautiful place and experience

  • @vianrillorta37
    @vianrillorta37 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ❤this Family is soooo Amazing Philippines 🇵🇭 is absolutely beautiful Island 🏝 wow worthy ❤️ thank you so much for sharing we appreciated a lot Stay SAFE ,HAPPY,HEALTHY AND BLESSED ❤❤❤

  • @vanessaaguilar-griffith1349
    @vanessaaguilar-griffith1349 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hunter & Koa are absolutely adorable 😍 I love watching this family’s vlogs- truly wholesome & special content every time💘💘💘

  • @kpriya286
    @kpriya286 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG !!! Drone shots are stunning !!! Nature is so beautiful over there !!! Little ones are so so cute ❤❤❤

  • @SarumanTheStinky
    @SarumanTheStinky ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your first Philippine tour is the one that introduced me to your channel, I'm so happy your are back here

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh Hunter you are so adorable 🤗

  • @taylorjones7174
    @taylorjones7174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hunter sounds like my daughter naming the fishes “Bob” 🐠
    We’re vacationing in Croatia and the water is so absolutely clear! Just stunning!! So many fish- and their all names “Bob” ❤

  • @claudetteedwards4115
    @claudetteedwards4115 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I so appreciate the subtitles, Hunter is speaking very well but as we're not with her all the time like you guys are, it's not always easy to capture what she's saying ❤

  • @TyRisVlog
    @TyRisVlog ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happy to see you back in the Philippines! Hope you had a best time. We really loved watching your videos to the point we also turned ourselves into vloggers! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience in our country. Sending love to your family ❤️

  • @josefinatuazon4270
    @josefinatuazon4270 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make sure you have insect/mosquito repellent /spray with you all the time since you travel with your beautiful children with you during this rainy season . Mosquito net helps too. Try to stay away from Dengue mosquitoes .

  • @melissagray6603
    @melissagray6603 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You both are such great parents but its so nice to see how good a daddy Steve is y'all are amazing love every video

  • @bigdaddeeyy
    @bigdaddeeyy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful family..

  • @marketingwizdom
    @marketingwizdom ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That honestly looks SOOO gorgeous. Added to my bucket list!

  • @lynnecollins3284
    @lynnecollins3284 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amaaaazing, what a beautiful place. Thanks again for sharing these amazing places you visit.

  • @nedylazo9665
    @nedylazo9665 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this Family , i hope you enjoyed my country .❤

  • @bw5911
    @bw5911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my second favorite video. The first is when you found out you were pregnant with Hunter (which is also my 22 year old daughter’s name). Hunter is just the cutest and is beyond entertaining to watch. I will be moving over to that part of the world and can’t wait to stay there. Love you all!❤

  • @addiebug
    @addiebug ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I definitely need to add the Philippines to my list of places to eventually visit.

  • @kerryharder2416
    @kerryharder2416 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow your little ones are growing up so fast and they are so beautiful. What a beautiful place would love to go there. Bigs hugs from Canada 🇨🇦🤗

  • @ldhpc
    @ldhpc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was so excited when I read you were doing your vlog in the Philippines!
    My son-in-law is from Cebu and I’ve been there. We also took a trip to Boracay during our visit there. This terrain reminds me of our trip years ago.
    Isn’t the mango the sweetest you’ve ever tasted there?! Your food looks so delicious, you had my mouth watering!

  • @colinareshenry4249
    @colinareshenry4249 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a pilipino thanks for visit out country the Philippines 🇵🇭 . I love your kid intelligent.

  • @alexdetagxi8148
    @alexdetagxi8148 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow you guys have family now wow how wonderful time moved so fast congrats.

  • @israelramos8728
    @israelramos8728 ปีที่แล้ว

    Big thank you 🎉🎉 appreciate the beauty of the Philippines,,,,enjoy your family.....waching from Dubai

  • @NNBOvlogs
    @NNBOvlogs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow I really love the way you filmed it. Really inspiring . I hope I,can inspire my viewers too.

  • @windsongdesigns6655
    @windsongdesigns6655 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a stunning location! Would you be able to put the links to the accommodations you are staying in future videos? Hunter is amazing for her age! Can't wait for the next video.

  • @LJ412jag.
    @LJ412jag. ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love your channel so much. This video is amazing, and the Mongolian series was also so good. Hunter's face at the end, it was so cute. And baby Koa is growing up so fast I love the philippines

  • @edwingo2237
    @edwingo2237 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m gonna visit Coron! Great vlog and thank you for sharing

  • @erikagholston6610
    @erikagholston6610 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The spot you chose to stay at looks like paradise.

  • @melbamendoza2502
    @melbamendoza2502 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome to the Philippines❤

  • @CRISCAN0912
    @CRISCAN0912 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m proud from Philippines , NEW SUBSCRIBER.. thank you to visit the Philippines

  • @laloynuguid6162
    @laloynuguid6162 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for loving and promoting our beautiful country the Philippines! God bless your family

  • @njjen3953
    @njjen3953 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hunter never ceases to amaze me. She is so precocious. Did Koa like the water? It was hard to tell.

  • @AnalieQuindoza
    @AnalieQuindoza ปีที่แล้ว

    For sure you had a wonderful time spending at Paolyn Boat in Coron Palawan, we stayed there last year around June of 2022 and it was beautiful 🥰

  • @nickyanastassiou
    @nickyanastassiou ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I didn't think it could get any better than Mongolia .... now this!!!

  • @wynncruz1467
    @wynncruz1467 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this vlog. The kiddos are just adorable. ❤

  • @vinciraymondtoding9982
    @vinciraymondtoding9982 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Definitely a paradise. Thank you for touring us through your vids😍