I Think I Met Half The City in Iloilo, Philippines 🇵🇭

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  • Опубликовано: 10 фев 2025

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  • @junjunval9097
    @junjunval9097 Год назад +50

    Not only did you made the kids happy but you also made that taho vendor go home early to his family.
    Appreciate you, brother.

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +7

      that's always a nice gesture I think! Maybe helping someone earn what they needed to earn that day!

    • @boomerbeara8656
      @boomerbeara8656 Год назад +4

      We Filipinos are lucky to have you Jonathan

  • @walkwithyan
    @walkwithyan Год назад +30

    they're not laughing, they're just happy and cheering. filipino kids (and adults too) are really like that. 😊

  • @stevenrichards7902
    @stevenrichards7902 Год назад +82

    You’re the best vlogger in the Phillipines, so good to see so many smiling Filipinos, keep up the good work mate!!!

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +3

      hey thank you for saying that!

    • @mariloubpablo5821
      @mariloubpablo5821 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@travelescapesOFFICIALyou are so happy and they are ao happy to see you and enjoying your time in ILO-ILO PHILIPPINES

  • @irmaabenes4023
    @irmaabenes4023 Год назад +39

    Surrounded with happy children, their smiles so contagious. ❤ Taho is my fav.

  • @jimalvir5866
    @jimalvir5866 Год назад +30

    You're a natural people person with a good temperament for kids keep it up you're doing well.

  • @irmaabenes4023
    @irmaabenes4023 Год назад +47

    Your 1st day in IloIlo didn't disappoint you, rather so jolly and happy. I bet , you earned a lot of subscriber on your 1st day in IloIlo. Congratulations. 😊

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +20

      Hahaha I was expecting to walk around alone and try batchoy, but this ended up being a much better day!

    • @irmaabenes4023
      @irmaabenes4023 Год назад +6

      @@travelescapesOFFICIAL I see. Which is a lot better. ❤️

    • @mariloubpablo5821
      @mariloubpablo5821 11 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@travelescapesOFFICIALyou are already full not because of BATCHOY,you are full because of their smiling and cheerful aura❤

    • @Clem-g5k
      @Clem-g5k 4 месяца назад

      Welcome to Iloilo Jonathan ❤ you give a big smile to their faces 🎉🎉🎉

    • @Clem-g5k
      @Clem-g5k 4 месяца назад

      Cantaloupe is Melon in our native language 🎉🎉

  • @MagnumNYC
    @MagnumNYC Год назад +23

    No matter how long your videos are they always seem too short. And your smile is infectious as you always get pleasantly surprised on your tour around the Philippines. Always having fun!

  • @marieljamelarin2139
    @marieljamelarin2139 Год назад +32

    that's how happy ilonggos are, showing joy through a smile 😊 . Welcome to the City Of Love 😍

  • @chiefchick
    @chiefchick Год назад +11

    You stand out amongst all the other vloggers in the Philippines because of your authenticity, your warmth and kindness. If I wanted to feel positive and I wanted good, healthy vibes, I watch your videos. I love you, for the way you are, Jonathan. Keep it up and stay the way you are in all that you do! God bless!

  • @Leandro-zm4qu
    @Leandro-zm4qu Год назад +7

    Lots of Ilonggos are taking pics with you. You're very much welcomed and loved by the Ilonggos. Filipinos are so friendly and welcoming. They always want to be in front of the camera. It's really fun in the Philippines!

  • @davidcoomes3028
    @davidcoomes3028 7 месяцев назад +5

    Johnathan you are so good to the children. All I can say is god bless...

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  7 месяцев назад

      I taught English to kids for 8 years, so I learned how to be good with them through that!

  • @louc9972
    @louc9972 Год назад +23

    I love your big heart for the kids! You are awesome! 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦👏👏

  • @JiminDior1
    @JiminDior1 4 месяца назад +1

    Filipinos will love since you have such a good vibe about u that we love.

  • @MichaelPeters-s7u
    @MichaelPeters-s7u Год назад +24

    Cannot wait to return to the Philippines in July. Always so happy during my visits. Great video Jonathan.

  • @joelarcayena7395
    @joelarcayena7395 Год назад +29

    It's more fun in the Philippines...😎

  • @jezzybanez2135
    @jezzybanez2135 Год назад +28

    Welcome to my city..Jonathan..thanks for coming.

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +4

      thank you!! Iloilo is such a great city!

    • @jillco4470
      @jillco4470 Год назад

      Favourite BATCHOY and good video .
      See u bohol puhon when back to Philippines

  • @jaffethervas8382
    @jaffethervas8382 Год назад +17

    Oh you are finally here in Iloilo, I remembered suggesting you to go here like months ago 😅 I hope you enjoy your stay here!

  • @SkyleLitz
    @SkyleLitz Год назад +7

    Ever since your arrival in Manila, I've been a subscriber to your channel and I'm hoping that you'll visit Iloilo someday. I'm glad that you finally did and I think that your Iloilo vlog has the best thumbnail yet.

  • @allanmoral3867
    @allanmoral3867 11 месяцев назад +1

    Jonathan, you're a natural people magnet! Especially among young children. You do interact with them so easily. Thank you. Enjoy Philippines!😊

    • @marblueony754
      @marblueony754 11 месяцев назад

      As a Filipino from that city, I think they're just excited seeing a foreigner or american.

    • @allanmoral3867
      @allanmoral3867 11 месяцев назад

      @@marblueony754 you could be right. But it's nice to see their reactions.

  • @oohlala8072
    @oohlala8072 Год назад +94

    that's us, my team..!!!!!

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +15

      oh awesome! Thanks for being in the video!

    • @oohlala8072
      @oohlala8072 Год назад +7

      @@travelescapesOFFICIAL we really appreciate your kindness with my team, they're so happy to meet you..

    • @GreatestFearOFFICIAL
      @GreatestFearOFFICIAL Год назад +1

      REESE??? ako ni klein HAAGAA

    • @GreatestFearOFFICIAL
      @GreatestFearOFFICIAL Год назад

      THE ONE KID SAYS JOHHNY SINS
      😭
      😭

    • @dhenzrae
      @dhenzrae Год назад

      ​@@GreatestFearOFFICIAL😂😂😂

  • @noemideclines
    @noemideclines 6 месяцев назад +1

    Soo cool that's my hometown ❤

  • @sevenwordzproduction3436
    @sevenwordzproduction3436 7 месяцев назад +1

    Big Props To you ma man!!!!! The fact that You've help the guy who was sailing Taho,,You also made the Kids so very Happy,.God Bless and more Power To your Channel,. Looking forward to see your Video soon In Talisay Cebu to taste The Best Of The Best Lechon,.

  • @cadiman56
    @cadiman56 Год назад +1

    While I certainly never caught anyone's attention like Jonathon does, my experience in the philippines was similar in the fact that I've never met so many wonderful and happy people in my life. So kind and willing to talk and meet new people. I love it there and can't wait to live there permanently!

  • @abhic4u
    @abhic4u Год назад +4

    You are doing a good work ! Love to see so many smiles, high energy levels... People of Philippines are really awesome, and happy . Love you Philippines !

  • @knoican3934
    @knoican3934 Год назад +10

    New subscriber here! 🎉 just found your channel and can't stop watching your vlogs.I'm happy that your enjoying your stay here in Philippines.

  • @dankennethjavier6775
    @dankennethjavier6775 Год назад +11

    Nice Vlog
    Beautiful destination 👌💯

  • @JapethAracena
    @JapethAracena 4 месяца назад +1

    Wow

  • @DM-bs2oz
    @DM-bs2oz Год назад +11

    I dont skip ads just for you brother, thank you for visiting RP 💪💪💪

  • @user-fe2pl8ht9d
    @user-fe2pl8ht9d 4 месяца назад +1

    I watched oneof your videos and now hours later I find myself binge watching. You're so awesome and you really see the whats best in people ❤❤ I subscribed!

  • @ricmanalo434
    @ricmanalo434 Год назад +4

    Your generosity will come back to you a hundredfold. God bless you Jonathan!

  • @MichaelPeters-s7u
    @MichaelPeters-s7u Год назад +7

    My favorite RUclips vlogger.

  • @noemideclines
    @noemideclines 6 месяцев назад +1

    That's a very awesome reactions coz they love Americans

  • @emiliahellstrom3869
    @emiliahellstrom3869 3 месяца назад +1

    Hello Jonathan, i hope u live n a quite area coz ur job is so like kaos. 😊 u need to calm down relax when ur off ur job. So u still feel like human being wd feeling and etc😊.

  • @franzenpueda2967
    @franzenpueda2967 Год назад +14

    Omg this is what im waiting for🥰

  • @jocelynubas4834
    @jocelynubas4834 11 месяцев назад +2

    you really had a heart of gold...that is why you will never had a hard time getting subscribers because you know how to relate to everyone...good job...keep up the good works and more power to your vlogging...God Bless sir Jonathan 🙏♥️🇵🇭🥰🥳

  • @andrewpelaez3793
    @andrewpelaez3793 Год назад +13

    Welcome to the city of love Jonathan, enjoy your stay

  • @JoeyPenuela
    @JoeyPenuela 15 дней назад

    This is why I’d be broke when I visit the Philippines 🇵🇭 I’ve done the same and will continue to do so. Such beautiful to see acts of kindness. #ItisMoreBlessedtoGiveThantoReceive

  • @JohannaGaitana
    @JohannaGaitana Год назад +9

    Oh I was wishing to see you here in iloilo during dinagyang festival..hope you'll have fun on your stay here in the city of love

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +6

      My timing was just behind all of the festivals! I went to Cebu city right after Sinulog and Iloilo right after Dinagyang! There are so many festivals in the Philippines I can’t keep up with them all 😅

  • @chfl7506
    @chfl7506 5 месяцев назад +1

    That would be my 1st visit Iloilo when I go home to Philippines. My hometown is across from ILOILO which is Bacolod city.

  • @jasonhedley9435
    @jasonhedley9435 Год назад +6

    The 😢is the best place on earth and it has the nicest people ive ever met ❤️

  • @DC-uo5hy
    @DC-uo5hy Год назад +9

    This video and the last one make me happy. I think the happieness of the people is infectious.
    Good idea about subscribers amoung the people you meet. You need a few Travel escapes logo T shirts or even a logo hat😁. 👍👍👍👍

  • @aus993
    @aus993 3 месяца назад +1

    Enjoy!🎉😊

  • @Bisoy2025
    @Bisoy2025 Год назад +5

    O wow, you are there in our city Iloilo. Thank you, you have a lot to explore there especially the old Spanish churches and of course very good foods. Ilonggos are very friendly, enjoy...

  • @KNOCKxUpper
    @KNOCKxUpper 11 месяцев назад +2

    So friendly people

  • @csuarez8318
    @csuarez8318 Год назад +4

    Welcome to Iloilo, Jonathan!! That's some crunchy chicharron in your batchoy from Alicia's! Yums! Can barely wait to see more of you and your adventures here in Iloilo! 🎉 You missed Dinagyang, but come back next year and enjoy the festivities!

  • @TravelGarda
    @TravelGarda 7 месяцев назад +2

    Great video as always! it was great to see all those children happy about the gift you gave them all. I really like your videos, they are very real, direct. I follow you from Italy, keep up the good work.

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  7 месяцев назад

      thanks so much! I'll be in Rome this month actually! Do you have any video ideas? I love Italy! I can't wait to film there

  • @Sgt_MoDog_USMC
    @Sgt_MoDog_USMC 11 месяцев назад

    Jonathan gets more love there than a movie star!!! That was awesome that they ALL wanted to take selfies and group shots with you! Such friendly loving people! I miss the Philippines. Was stationed at Subic Bay in the mid 80's.

  • @riotvvlogs
    @riotvvlogs 5 месяцев назад +1

    I love this vlog!

  • @Googlemarsplanet
    @Googlemarsplanet Год назад +3

    The children are so happy ❤ completely different from the uk , so sad really 😢

  • @josephdorshak2973
    @josephdorshak2973 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hello Jonathan, I really enjoyed this video (along with the rest of yours). I'm flying to the Philippines for the first time next month September 2024 . Landing in Manila, then thinking about going strait to Iloilo. Honestly I have some anxiety because I don't know anybody there, where to stay or what to do. I just know I need to experience the land, culture, and the wonderful people . If you and / or your fans have any recommendations, I would be truly grateful. Sincerely Joseph

  • @IrishKelly-d9b
    @IrishKelly-d9b Год назад +3

    Dear Jonathan, your best videos are the ones that change your plans. You are really great showing us the human beauty and nature. God's Blessings, Irish

  • @dorabells8250
    @dorabells8250 Год назад +14

    You became an instant celebrity in Iloilo 🤩😂 hopefully you can make it to gigantes island northern part of Iloilo.

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +2

      I've heard great things about Gigantes! Do you have any recommendations there?!

    • @dorabells8250
      @dorabells8250 Год назад

      @@travelescapesOFFICIAL you can rent a small boat and explore 6 islands in 1 day. If you like you can stay at my house in Balasan and that’s very close to the Gigantes. My brother lives next door he can lend you his motorcycle to go around and he can also guide you where to go. Let me know if you’re interested. Also you can go to roxas city which only 1 hr from Balasan.

    • @JasminCasumpang
      @JasminCasumpang Год назад

      +1 for Gigantes

    • @joryallanic9037
      @joryallanic9037 Год назад

      Great place, gigantes group of islands.

  • @avictory1555
    @avictory1555 Год назад +2

    Thank you for visiting and featuring the City of Love .... Iloilo City.

  • @ryleypaulo
    @ryleypaulo Год назад

    That simple gestures you gave to these kids means a lot to them and they will going to treasure it the rest of their lives. Kudos

  • @salvacionlacson8413
    @salvacionlacson8413 Год назад +2

    I’m so glad you’re having so much fun in Iloilo I live in Chicago, Illinois but was born in Tigbawan ,Iloilo Enjoy your stay in Iloilo I always watch your vlog

  • @jaajar
    @jaajar Год назад +3

    In finnish (my native) language, ilo actually means "joy" so Iloilo means Joyjoy. Fits very well I'd say 😀. I hope you have more Iloilo content underway!

  • @America1st.forever
    @America1st.forever Год назад +3

    Thanks!

  • @reggiec2924
    @reggiec2924 Год назад +2

    You missed the "Dinagyang Festival ". I hope you can visit Molo and other neighboring towns. You're a superstar with the kids and taho vendor.

  • @jerlynflores8857
    @jerlynflores8857 6 месяцев назад +2

    So nice ❤❤❤

  • @harrietdeluna1390
    @harrietdeluna1390 11 месяцев назад

    Oh, my this reminds me of my uncle every time he come in town he give every one a treat RIP Thanks mr. Jonathan

  • @stuka80
    @stuka80 7 месяцев назад +2

    you see why Filipinos are very friendly and good natured, because they grow up happy.

  • @JulinaBlesrubio-bm3rv
    @JulinaBlesrubio-bm3rv Год назад +1

    Thank you for visiting my home town Jonathan. Youre really welcome . you are welcome means walang anuman sa tagalog even in vesayas.

  • @annastuart1931
    @annastuart1931 Год назад +1

    Hey Jonathan, im glad you're having fun in the Philippines 🇵🇭. I just wanna say that your eyes are so lovely 😊 enjoy yourself every day and keep safe!

  • @BarryL2697
    @BarryL2697 Год назад

    Jonathan, wherever you go in the Philippines, you're like the Pied Piper with the kids! Wonderful, happy faces!

  • @realinnocentheart01
    @realinnocentheart01 Год назад +4

    Im smiling the whole time 😅😅😅
    Watching from hk, but originally from philippines too😊😊

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  Год назад +1

      I'm glad you liked it!! Enjoy HK!!

    • @realinnocentheart01
      @realinnocentheart01 Год назад

      @@travelescapesOFFICIAL im a follower since the day i saw you on instagram, enjoy staying in the philippines..

  • @AlexGSalvador-cv9ln
    @AlexGSalvador-cv9ln 11 месяцев назад

    Greetings from the Florida panhandle, your neighboring home state. Been enjoying your Philippine travel videos. Thank you for making them.

  • @marifebolante6642
    @marifebolante6642 10 месяцев назад +1

    You made them super happy. Thank you.

    • @travelescapesOFFICIAL
      @travelescapesOFFICIAL  10 месяцев назад

      Everyone made me happy in this video too! Thanks for watching!

  • @jocelynubas4834
    @jocelynubas4834 11 месяцев назад

    the filipinos are really fun and full of hospitality and one of the friendliest people on earth 😊

  • @anjosgollau
    @anjosgollau 11 месяцев назад

    Such a kind hearted you are.... welcome to the Philippines Sir❤

  • @aexa04
    @aexa04 Год назад +1

    It’s nice to see the interaction between the foreigners and locals ❤😊 I’m smiling a lot 😊😊😊

  • @Dapper_Dean
    @Dapper_Dean Год назад +22

    You should get a shirt that has your social media channels on it. Then you just point at your shirt.
    No need to yell it out to a loud crowd. 😉

  • @yeahlla
    @yeahlla Год назад +3

    Based in Manila but worked with people from all major cities/provinces all over the PH. Undoubtedly, the people from Iloilo are the best! They're just the sweetest! In fact you'll never hear an Ilonggo get angry on the phone. Never.. Love them. ❤

    • @marvinraymauring5003
      @marvinraymauring5003 Год назад

      It's not like they don't get angry. It's just, they never sound angry.

    • @yeahlla
      @yeahlla Год назад

      @@marvinraymauring5003 ok, more like diplomatic... have you ever argued with a gentle, soft spoken Ilonggo? 😅 I'd like to see one. that would be interesting lol

    • @marvinraymauring5003
      @marvinraymauring5003 Год назад

      Not yet, and I would never. The only hint I see that thet are angry is when they'll tell you what they're about to do. And still sound sweet and clam when they say it.

    • @JasminCasumpang
      @JasminCasumpang Год назад +1

      Yep, our tone is very singsongy even when we're upset. The funny thing here in Manila is we can always tell who are also Ilonggos based on how they speak, and we instantly bond.

  • @Jhetzel123
    @Jhetzel123 Год назад +1

    That's us our team!! And welcome to the Philippines so nice to meet you❤

  • @iknowchris
    @iknowchris Год назад

    great upload but the best thing is seeing all the happy faces and you sharing with them your awesome my friend

  • @rspascual21
    @rspascual21 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi Jonathan, it's not hot water in the La Paz batchoy, it's the actual broth 😂

  • @AerielleBitoon-ht4rk
    @AerielleBitoon-ht4rk 2 месяца назад

    You should check the island in iloilo province like Isla Gigantes and sicogun

  • @paulemmanuelmagbanua9096
    @paulemmanuelmagbanua9096 Год назад +1

    Hello, Jonathan.. Welcome to the PHILIPPINES.. Great Vlogs.

  • @MyJourneySolo
    @MyJourneySolo 11 месяцев назад

    I had a similar experience at Rizal Park. It was great.

  • @Chickenlegs836
    @Chickenlegs836 Год назад +1

    Another amazing adventure brother 👍. Again showing their great love ❤️ for life, inspiration, and willingness to interact with you is PRICELESS 👍🙏. Those kids are AMAZING:)) I so gotta visit someday and experience this beautiful country!!
    Blessings 🙏🌺🌸🌼

    • @Busy_as_a_Bea
      @Busy_as_a_Bea 11 месяцев назад +1

      I have to say, I love your profile name, Chicken Legs LOL

    • @Chickenlegs836
      @Chickenlegs836 11 месяцев назад

      @@Busy_as_a_Bea Hi 👋 dear. Thank you 👍. Nickname given to me in elementary school 🐣. Have a blessed weekend 🙏

  • @AvoomDbishmaya
    @AvoomDbishmaya 11 месяцев назад

    This is indeed brilliant. I am hoping you’ll have more of these days as you leave your comfort zone and grow.

    • @AvoomDbishmaya
      @AvoomDbishmaya 11 месяцев назад

      It feels good to be generous doesn’t it and you made so many kids happy.

  • @redcerezo
    @redcerezo Год назад

    Hey jonathan.. by showing your good deeds to these beautiful people... surely youll gonna reach 1 M subscribers in no time... it seems filipino embraced you with love!

  • @narusaku7023
    @narusaku7023 Год назад +1

    Your eyes telling me that you're really a good person.I love your vlogs,enjoy your stay and have fun❤

  • @Busy_as_a_Bea
    @Busy_as_a_Bea 11 месяцев назад

    Great video of our city! You got yourself another subscriber from Iloilo City. Keep up the good work, Jonathan!

  • @gerlene1508
    @gerlene1508 Год назад +1

    Jonathan I'm always waiting for your upload here watching from Kuwait ofw

  • @IvyDeatras
    @IvyDeatras Год назад +1

    wow,thank you for including us in ur vlog..the red team🤗

  • @venileones9900
    @venileones9900 Год назад

    You're one of the nicest ,humble vlogger that's why people loves you!

  • @ggamana2261
    @ggamana2261 Год назад

    Thanks for the effort in learning the dialect in the area you’re at, as you continue to explore the 🇵🇭. Just try to not easily be distracted … like I always remind my students when they’re working on an important task. 😊

  • @jakedavid1908
    @jakedavid1908 10 месяцев назад

    Jonathan I been following you. When you had your batchoy in Iloilo. He offered you the rice wrap with banana leaves those are sticky rice similar you eat the sticky rice with mango your had in Thailand

  • @IloiloPhilippinesloveand-te9ej

    I visited Iloilo for the first time in October 2023, I really loved it. Looks like you are loving too. Enjoy

  • @MrRonnel2323
    @MrRonnel2323 Год назад +1

    20:04 hello sir jonathan.. that batchoy looks yummy🤤.. i'm so hungry I'm drooling🤤🤤

  • @arleenberne2862
    @arleenberne2862 Год назад

    Welcome to the city of love , iloilo Jonathan, great video..

  • @TotoJoyPinganon
    @TotoJoyPinganon Год назад

    Jonathan thAnk you for being generous to the filipino students.God bless

  • @springtime5361
    @springtime5361 Год назад

    Hi Jonathan, God bless your kind heart to the children & others.
    You are loved in Iloilo (smile)
    Keep up your awesome videos.
    From U S A

  • @Ron-oe7hg
    @Ron-oe7hg Год назад +1

    You always bring happiness wherever you go. Good job!!

  • @burgundyzero2865
    @burgundyzero2865 Год назад

    Your bisaya vocab is growing, Jonathan!! Before you know it, makastorya naka dritso2x bisaya dili naka mabaligya… Goodluck!! You can do it!!👏 🎉 Always rooting for you 🥳

  • @gman3630
    @gman3630 Год назад

    One of the best vlogs yet haha.. Filipino kids are the friendliest. And Filipinos in general are very friendly.😄

  • @twistedfaith6371
    @twistedfaith6371 Год назад +1

    Thank you for loving our country we love you ❤❤❤ you're in IloIlo!!! 1 ride at the bout for one hour your in Bacolod try to visit Mambukal or Campuestohan here in Talisay City Bacolod negros occidental

  • @cjmmella
    @cjmmella Год назад

    omg i was binge watching philippines travel videos and decided to see if there were any from iloilo (my hometown)

  • @jesusawalker
    @jesusawalker Год назад

    Jonathan.. Ty for sharing.. be careful , have fun .. & lots of smiles!! 😃

  • @dennisjennings6090
    @dennisjennings6090 Год назад

    Just spent 29 days in and around there...Provence to the city is amazing...people are unbelievably nice