🇵🇭 Voyager aux Philippines en 2026: Essence +93% et mauvaises surprises

The video discusses the significant impact of rising global oil prices on the Philippines, affecting not only transportation but also the cost of everyday goods and services. The speaker emphasizes that while oil price hikes are a global issue, the Philippines is experiencing a much more pronounced increase, with prices reportedly up by 93% compared to normal. This surge is causing widespread disruption. For personal transportation, the cost of filling up a motorcycle tank has nearly doubled, from around 500 pesos to 900 pesos. The price of diesel, which powers many boats, has seen an even more dramatic increase, jumping from 54 pesos per liter to 130 pesos. The consequences for travel are severe. The frequency of boat services between islands has been drastically reduced, with only two trips per week now available for inter-island travel. This scarcity and increased cost are making it difficult for people to move around. A personal anecdote is shared about a friend who is currently stranded because their boat trip was canceled, leaving the port unusually empty. The price of boat tickets has reportedly increased by as much as 262% for some destinations, particularly for those heading to more remote islands. The video strongly advises potential tourists to reconsider or postpone their travel plans to the Philippines at this time, or at least significantly increase their travel budgets. For expatriates living in the country, returning home is a necessity, but for holidaymakers, the situation is deemed "delicate and tense." Beyond transportation, the rising oil prices are driving up the cost of other essentials. Taxis, electricity, and indeed most goods and services are experiencing price increases. Even newly introduced electric taxi companies will likely be affected as electricity costs rise. The speaker notes that the Philippines relies heavily on imported goods, including food, meaning that the cost of groceries will also increase. The situation is leading to local shortages and a general slowdown in economic activity. The future outlook for the coming months is uncertain and potentially complicated. The video also touches on the Philippines' energy infrastructure, noting its reliance on fuel and coal. Islands powered by oil for electricity will see their power bills soar, especially given the mandatory use of air conditioning due to the heat, which is exacerbated by the humid climate and the unoptimized power grid. Furthermore, the supply chain is being impacted, with delivery services like Lazada (the local equivalent of Amazon) and the cost of construction materials expected to rise significantly. The speaker highlights that a small increase in one price often leads to immediate and substantial price hikes across the board for various services. The intention of the video is to inform those who had planned vacations to the Philippines to avoid unpleasant surprises. The creators aim to provide such updates on current events regularly. They also encourage viewers to subscribe, like, and share the video, and to check their subscription status as YouTube's algorithm may not be consistently notifying subscribers of new content.