Qué lindo ese video🎉! Ese pais sigue soprendiendome...tiene la naturaleza mas bella en todo asia. Cascadas tremendas, playas claritas, cada isla llena de gente con gran corazon. Se ríen más, se bailan más, se cuidan con sonrisas auténticas. Es como vivir dentro del 'thermal suite' de naturaleza. Pura poesía.
I am from Pakistan Married with a fillipina. I visited Philippines last year and in November 2024 I will be back in Philippines. Most good thing about phillipino is that they are friendly peoples and they have good heart about Islam and Pakistan.
Great, guys you've😀 traveled to the Philippines! I have lived in the Philippines since 2008, in Dauin, one of the ten top diving spots worldwide. My Filipino wife, 38 years old, is a graduate of Silliman University, America's first college in Asia, which was established in 1901. We met and married in California in the 1980s. I have traveled to 50 countries, and Filipinos are the most polite people anywhere. I speak Visayan, the language of the middle region. We're traveling in America via AMTRAK! We are involved in two passions of the Philippines: Music and Boxing, officials of both the USA & Philippines and professional musicians and producers of jazz festivals. There are over 500K Americans in the Philippines!
Asa man ka manginhas kinhason? Dako bang hunasan diha Dauin? 1970s ko diha SU, wa pa matawo imo asawa kon 38 yrs old siya karon. I've gone only as far as Bacong Beach, when one of the sessions of the creative writers' workshop was held there in 1973. Oh yes, SU was established in 1901by the American Protestants. SU has good English programs; it's campus has that ambience of an American university -- two things that attracted me to study there. The University canteen was fabulous in the 1970s. Sadly, when I got back in 1997, it had lost that fabulous touch. "Sands and Corals... Silliman beside the Sea!"
I’m having trouble doing your math. If your wife is 38, this means she was born in 1986-or 87 depending on her birth month. Yet you met and married in the 80s? 😅
I'm Filipino 🇵🇭 but my paternal grandpa was half American 🇺🇸 and served in the US 🇺🇸 military in ww1 in Germany 🇩🇪 what's funny is I'm only in my early 40s 😂 our age gap was 90 years
Makati and BGC are where most Americans are around Manila. There are cities there like Angeles City, Dumaggete, Cebu are a few places where you find the Expats. My wife is Filipina, and I was stationed at Clark AB back in the 80s. It's about 60 miles from Manila in Angeles City. We're retiring part-time in a year or 2 over there. Take care!
There is a VA Clinic at the Seafront Compound of the U.S. Embassy, and many facilities that accept Tricare. Not sure if MEDICARE is accepted for expats. But the Guamanians are allowed to use MEDICARE in the Philippines. St. Luke's Medical Center in Global City offers excellent care.
@yanidilag8407 Thank you very much! I am retired military and do have Tricare. We plan on living in Angeles City near Clark, and they have a very good hospital that accepts Tricare also. Take xare
@@yanidilag8407 Medicare is not accepted in the Philippines unless you are a resident of Guam and your treatment is initiated in Guam. St. Luke's, Bonifacio Global City, is one of the finest hospitals in southeast Asia. Many of their doctors interned in the United States or other first-world countries. The VA treats only service-connected medical or mental health issues. My Filipina wife and I have been snowbirds for 18+ years, usually spending mid-to-late October through the first week of April in the Philippines. We have homes in Metro Manila and a home and business in the province. The remaining time we live in our Oregon home. Snowbirds have more fun and the best of both worlds.
@@davidhankins5708make sure when you retire here in the PI to switch to Tricare overseas enrollment. the VA is only an OPC, so it is limited what they offer but you can get some meds, and annual semi annual check ups by appointment only. The VA clinic is mostly Filipinos and that is a positive, they take good care of the vets. Medical City Clark is one of the best clinics at Clark. Angeles City still has many expats living there but reduced numbers since covid and the lockdowns did a number on many not wanting to come back.
This sounds perfect to me! I liked Singapore because it was a soft landing, too! But Phillipines has other areas and islands that are not so Americanized, but you have options, which is great!
As someone who have been retired here for more than 5 years even within Manila it's different. BGC, where they mentioned they are stayung and where I live myself, is completely in a bubble from the rest of the Philippines and it is a mini United States once you step outside the city you start getting more of a local feel with the exception of Makati and a couple other pockets. BGC is where most of the educated work and where most American companies are based so, yeah English is widely spoken here. However, English is spoken all over the Philippines, but the more you go away from Manila the more you will hear the native tongue. Then once you get to Bisaya region, you will not hear very much Tagalog but more of the Bisayan language. Also, there are plenty of Americans, Brits, Aussie all over the Philippines. Most chose to stay out of Manila and settle in the provinces, less hectic and more of a peaceful lifestyle and way cheaper.
What bubble?? That's the financial and business district of manila!! One of the business district!! Why bec its developt not like the other part of manila?? Is it that? Why is the downtown bangkok business district same as the whole bangkok!!?? It's but natural that the financial districts as the most developt on any city in the world!!
Why if you step out of downtown bangkok is the rest of bangkok as developt?? Then why don't say that the downtown bangkok is just a bubble!! We are building a reclaimation off the manila bay to build a modern city 3 times the size of bgc!! And 8 more modern cities are in the pipeline!! Phil is developing
Typical foreigner who thinks BGC is the main city compared to other places because it has many western/american establishments, when in fact BGC is just one of the pocket places in Metro Manila, it's not even a city at all, just a financial district.
@danteaccento1273 yes you are 100% correct it's a barangay of Taguig, that was my point about it being a bubble and once you step out of the bubble you start to experience the real fun of the Philippines.
Thank you so much for a wonderful view of our country...The Philippines is 90% pro-American. We love Americans, the movies, the music, the clothing, and the food.
I’ve been one of your biggest fans and followers ! I’m Filipino and been living here in the U.S. since 2003. Im so proud of my home country and happy that you guys took the time to visit ! Soooo many amazing places in the country to see ! You should definitely go back !
New Subscribers from the Philippines. Thank you for your kind words..As you said this is your first trip..no doubt, this won't be your last..Stay safe and all the best.
Great to Hear you loved your stay Rob and Allie. I have planned to make the PI a home base for my Asia travels when I retire and it's great to hear your impressions of the country!
The Philippines is often referred to as the "Latin America of Asia" due to its unique blend of Asian and Latin influences, a result of over three centuries of Spanish colonization. This historical period left an indelible mark on Filipino culture, evident in the country's language, religion, architecture, and traditions. Spanish words are interwoven into the Filipino language, Catholicism is deeply rooted in the societal fabric, and festive celebrations resemble those in Latin American countries. Additionally, the warm hospitality, vibrant street life, and strong family ties found in the Philippines further underscore the cultural parallels, making the country a distinct and vibrant fusion of East and West. This cultural synthesis creates a unique identity that sets the Philippines apart from its Asian neighbors, while fostering a rich, diverse heritage that continues to evolve and thrive. The Philippines is also often dubbed the "unofficial American State in Asia" due to its long-standing and profound ties with the United States. Following the Spanish-American War in 1898, the Philippines became an American colony, which significantly influenced its political, educational, and cultural landscape. English was established as the primary language of instruction, and American democratic principles were introduced into the political system. This American influence is still evident today in various aspects of Filipino society, from the widespread use of English in business and education to the popularity of American films, music, and fashion. Moreover, the Philippines and the United States maintain a robust relationship characterized by mutual defense treaties, economic partnerships, and extensive people-to-people connections. The presence of American companies and franchises across the Philippines, coupled with a significant Filipino diaspora in the United States, further cements this special bond. The shared history, aligned interests, and cultural exchanges continue to shape the Philippines' identity, making it a unique blend of Asian traditions and American influences, akin to an unofficial extension of the United States in the heart of Southeast Asia.
I have not been to the Philippines but would like to go. Seeing videos of the stunning islands look amazing. Im American and grew up in California in a very diverse area with friends who were mostly Mexican, Puerto Rican, asian, white and black. Some spoke Spanish but all were 2nd generation at least. After college I was a student teacher and taught Biology for English Language Learners at the same high school I graduated from. The class was made up of high school students who had recently immigrated from many different countries. They were all learning Biology in English as newcomers. Students from Vietnam, Korea, China, Taiwan , Philippines, Pakistan, India, South America, (Argentina), and Mexico together in one classroom. They sat at large lab tables in rows in small groups together from the same countries as they spoke similar languages and helped each other. It was fun to see how they interacted with me, the content, and each other. The Filipino students (who were all fluent in Tagalog) sat in the front row and were the friendliest of all the students. They laughed the most and were the warmest, most talkative of the different groups of teens. The Filipino students even invited me to a few of their family parties (Birthdays etc). I did not have any students from Thailand, Maylasia or Europe so this is just this small group of countries I saw together. But i will never forget how warm the Filipino teens were. I know this is a stereotype based on a small sample size but the really stood out and their kindness made an impression. 😊
I am from Manila and I've been following your channel for like a couple of years now because of your Amtrak reviews. Your reviews were helpful when I planned my trip to the US and took more than a couple of segments of Amtrak.. And now, you guys were here in the Philippines? I can't believe it!! I'm glad you made this review, thanks for visiting our country 😊 cheers ❤
The start of the BER months (September) the Philippines will start celebrating the Christmas season up to the Chinese New year. It's the best times of the year to visit the country with so much merry making 😊
Xin Chao! Hello, from Vietnam! I am glad that you came to visit the Philippines. Indeed, English is everywhere, and Filipinos welcome everyone with a smile. For your next adventure, explore the islands, especially Cebu, Bohol, Siquijor, and Camiguin You will surely love it.
I live in a Navy town, and there are many people from the Philippines because Philippine men join the US Navy, and gain their citizenship, and then retire in the US. Also there are couples that are American/Philippino, in fact one of my daughter's married a Philippino, and they will be going to the Philippines soon with their kids to visit family.
Welcome to the Philippines....my country!!! I would like to thank you very much for all those kind words you guys said about the Philippines. Happy to hear that you like my country. God bless you both!
Thanks sharing your experience in my native country Philippines currently am in Canadian citizen living here missed my beloved country hope to go back this Xmas holiday which me and my missed so much coz very different here than the Philippines missed our native candies especially family. down there
I am so glad you enjoy my home country ❤. English is our second language. Philippines was invaded by the Spaniards and have adapted their languages and way of life while keeping our own traditional dishes as an Asian country. However we do have dishes such as Menudo that is a known Spanish dish. I love my country and we just love people and food 🥰
The Philippines has been under Spain for 333 years and US for about 50 years…. A lot of tagalog words are borrowed from spanish.. people have spanish surnames… education is patterned after american system.. english is taught from pre school up to college and subjects are mostly in english.. welcome to the philippines and enjoy… you should see the beaches in the islands…. They are some of the world’s bests…
I just left my first trip to Manila (spent 5 days there after visiting Thailand and Vietnam). I agree Manila was a very soft landing for an American, even as a female solo traveler. Definitely plan to go back!
Thank you for saying nice things about the Philippines. We are English-speaking people since we are taught in school from preschool up to college and masters in an English medium. We've been under the colonization of the Spaniards for 333 years and under the Americans for 48 years. Specially in the visayas region you will notice local people will choose to speak English than our national language tagalog.
The brain exhaustion is real. I’ve traveled to Japan on several occasions. Every time I get back to the U.S. I realize how “exhausted” my brain was. Also, I run out and get a good ol’ greasy burger and fries from my favourite burger spot. Hahahaha! It’s not that I didn’t like the Japanese food - I loved it - but it’s refreshing to allow your brain to relax and not have to think about what you’re eating.
Filipinos are predominantly Malay - not Chinese. It’s been stated by historians that Filipino ancestors came from Taiwan. The natives or the indigenous people of Taiwan are called Austronesians. Historians believe that the Polynesians are also Austronesians. Many Filipinos look like Polynesians. But people from China came to Taiwan and took over. The majority of the people in Taiwan are Chinese, and there’s only a very small percentage of the indigenous people left in Taiwan. Even a Taiwanese guy I met told me the same story. He said the indigenous Taiwan people look like Hawaiians, but people from mainland China came and became the majority.
We are Austronesians. The native people of Taiwan, Island Southeast Asia, Island Melanesia, Micronesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar. We are not Malays, though we they are our cousins, they're not our ancestors. They're also Austronesians. "Malay" used to be the colonial-era term for Austronesians, hence the confusion with the actual Malays. We are not Chinese. Though there's a large number of Chinese Filipinos, like in most parts of Southeast Asia.
@@alice_agogo Perhaps. But Filipinos are Austronesians, NOT Chinese. I had seen lots of Filipinos in Bohol who looked like Polynesians when I visited there.
Wow welcome am a Pilipino currently living in Canada good you enjoyed your stay in my country a lot of .my countryman also here Canada pls enjoy the beauty of the Philippines.
Welcome to our beautiful country Philippines. Enjoy your time guys in my beautiful country. Everything is cheap and available everywhere and friendly locals are helpful and it's easy to communicate since everybody speaks English. Explore more videos guys to our country which have 7,641 islands. We have beautiful beaches and have a great crystal clear blue water So enjoy 💖🇵🇭🇪🇬
I love Philippines 🇵🇭 . Beautiful country,culture, beaches and people 😊 also easy to communicate because everybody know how to understand and speaking in English
Thank you for your kind and favorable comments about our country. The Philippines is a developing country and is still working on improving many things. Hopefully in the near future our country will be more or less like Japan or Singapore. Just hit the subscribe button. Enjoy your stay and be safe. Watching from The USA.
It's nice to know that you both enjoyed your visit our Country and thank you so much for sharing your experiences. Subscribed and following you both from Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
I'm glad your first impression was such a positive one!!! I do not live in Manila, because I'm drawn to the provincial island lifestyle of the Philippines. As an American that has been living in the Philippines for 12 years now, I TOTALLY expected your content for this video, which is Manila centric, to be one of much less "sparkle". Because I really don't like Manila (traffic, dirty, busy). This video resonates with me and reminds me of my impressions when I first moved here - so this is good for me to see and maybe I ought to take a step back and appreciate that capitol city much more. Language wise, after living here for over 10 years, I speak VERY LITTLE Filipino, precisely because nearly everyone in the Philippines speaks English. In fact, I speak more Japanese and Italian than Filipino. Enjoy your visit. And really, your positive spin is refreshing and really is calibrating my otherwise not so favorable perspective of Manila. Thanks for helping me see it thru a different lens.
Try going to Tagaytay too for a more relaxed feel. It's just an hour drive from Manila and it's a cold place. You can also try visiting Baguio though it's quite far with the 5-hr long drive from Manila. There are a lot of beautiful places in the Philippines to go to for foreign tourists.
Philippines is like their favorite dessert during summer, it's called HALO-HALO. it means mixed-mixed , a very mixed culture.. Mexican Asians with U.S. twist.
Hey guys, thank you for visiting! I'm glad to hear that your first impression was a positive one. Philippines would definitely be a good country to consider as a home base as you travel around Asia. It's a perfect place to "reboot." Welcome and enjoy your stay! Mabuhay!
As a person who grew up in Cebu, I left 42 years ago. When I went to visit many years ago it has changed so much, very progressive catering to everyone who comes visit our country. Shopping in Landers is like Costco here in the US, we are known for our warm and welcoming hospitality. I am glad that you had a good feel about the Philippines like most visitors who also decided to retire there. Truly a place a beautiful cultural mix both Spanish and Asian.
Yes!! The Philippines is Great. Been telling people this for years. Of course there's areas that's Third World (like Detroit), but also parts that's more exclusive than Bel Air/ Beverly Hills. Planning to move there.
Awesome insight video! A Denny's, that's hysterical, probably my all time favorite place for breakfast. I was in Japan many years ago and I had to take my waitress outside and point to what I wanted in the display of dishes of plastic food in the window showcase and she got it immediately. Can be very frustrating. Thank you both again!
English is the 2nd official language in the Philippines. Filipino (based in Tagalog) is the 1st. We use both languages regularly (interchangeably even).
Awesome vid! Thank you for sharing your experiences and such great info. We plan to explore SE Asia next year and the Philippines sound perfect as part of our plans.
When you explore the countryside, you'll see more of that true Philippines experience. And there are many pockets of cities and towns that have catered to US culture and English is widely spoken. The Philippines was a territory of the U.S.A. after all (after being a colony of Spain for 400 years).
Thanks for these thoughts and observations about the PH. My husband is American and I am Filipino ( have dual citizen (US/PH) and actually retired there. We own a condominium in Baguio City. You should visit our city where it is like a mountain resort that has an "all year spring-like weather" except when rainy season. My American husband, doesn't want to come here in the USA. We are here in Washington, DC right now (6/18/2024) and will go back to Pittsburgh, PA tomorrow. We were here since Oct. 2023 because we attended our son's weddinng last month. We will be returning to PH, next month in July 2024. We do have a Baguio Expat Group. Try to explore more of the PH, in the country-side.
Wellcome to the Philippines! I hope you both explore the thousands of scenic areas of the Philippines and I am sure you both will enjoy overwhellmingly.
It's not just like foreigners love to visit our country but having this kind of vlog you made (appreciating us people and our country) you will be rewarded with tons of views. We, Filipinos are appreciative of those who praise or appreciate us, we will then bombard you with lots of views and likes. This is the real deal now as long as you vlog in our country and give us what we call "satisfaction content" and you love our country, we love you back guys. Thank you for visiting and hope you'll explore more here. Take care.
The Philippines is a mix of different cultures since we were colonized by Spain(300+ years), US & Japan. Hence, the reason for Filipinos with Spanish surnames & the 3rd biggest population of Catholics in the world. The 2 main languages here are Filipino & English. English is taught in school as early as nursery. Most of our subjects in school are taught in English. Our food is influenced by different cultures like Spanish, Chinese, American,etc. There are also a lot of Japanese restaurants here. If you like to experience Filipino food, try restaurants like Manam, Gerry’s Grill, Barrio Fiesta, etc. Welcome to our country. Mabuhay!🇵🇭
Americans' presence in these areas: Makati Business District (Greenbelt) Ermita Manila (Robinsons, American Embassy, Baywalk) BGC Bonifacio Global City (American Cemetery, the new business district) Clark, Pampanga and Subic, Zambales (previously American naval bases)
Yes, the Philippines is a good place to have your health checked as we have good hospitals like the Makati Medical Center, St. Lukes Medical Center, etc which are at par by global standards. Thank you for your visit to the Philippines.❤
We visited Palawan, El Nido which is one of the Philippines islands, if you have time I strongly suggest visiting. The beauty of the island is unmatched.
I totally agree everything both you said and like me I really love travelling especially those countries where English is the medium of instruction. I can’t wait to see your next vlog in the Philippines………. Watching from London, United Kingdom
Most Americans and Westerners just use Manila area as an initial landing spot to hop to the islands, in the Visayas and Palawan. You may find a few in the Angeles and Subic Bay area.
We loved the Philippines as Americans! Perfect mix of modern in Metro Manila, BGC & Makati and beautiful beaches. We are a full time travel family and love it!. Enjoy ❤😊
Philippines is a total in package.... city life, nature, beaches, people, language...
Yes
I agree
Finally, you found us. Welcome to the Philippines!
YOU want more AMERICAN FOOD ( DINER) try FILLING STATION at Makati
Qué lindo ese video🎉! Ese pais sigue soprendiendome...tiene la naturaleza mas bella en todo asia. Cascadas tremendas, playas claritas, cada isla llena de gente con gran corazon. Se ríen más, se bailan más, se cuidan con sonrisas auténticas. Es como vivir dentro del 'thermal suite' de naturaleza. Pura poesía.
We love you Janine. Thank you for your kind words. I’m sure your country is as amazing. 🤩
Que hermoso comentario.
As a Filipino, I would say, muchas gracias, senora!🎉❤
Yes! I still go back over and over again and visit. My family migrated to California 4 decades ago. I love my native land.
So glad to hear that Phillipines has been such a restful and happy experience. It is on my list of places to travel for sure.
I am from Pakistan Married with a fillipina. I visited Philippines last year and in November 2024 I will be back in Philippines. Most good thing about phillipino is that they are friendly peoples and they have good heart about Islam and Pakistan.
They were not brainwashed like other Western countries.
For me we are respectful as long as you do the same with our religion and with our people.
True. Being a human being and Muslim I have great respect for all
Great, guys you've😀 traveled to the Philippines! I have lived in the Philippines since 2008, in Dauin, one of the ten top diving spots worldwide. My Filipino wife, 38 years old, is a graduate of Silliman University, America's first college in Asia, which was established in 1901. We met and married in California in the 1980s. I have traveled to 50 countries, and Filipinos are the most polite people anywhere. I speak Visayan, the language of the middle region. We're traveling in America via AMTRAK! We are involved in two passions of the Philippines: Music and Boxing, officials of both the USA & Philippines and professional musicians and producers of jazz festivals. There are over 500K Americans in the Philippines!
Asa man ka manginhas kinhason? Dako bang hunasan diha Dauin?
1970s ko diha SU, wa pa matawo imo asawa kon 38 yrs old siya karon.
I've gone only as far as Bacong Beach, when one of the sessions of the creative writers' workshop was held there in 1973.
Oh yes, SU was established in 1901by the American Protestants. SU has good English programs; it's campus has that ambience of an American university -- two things that attracted me to study there.
The University canteen was fabulous in the 1970s. Sadly, when I got back in 1997, it had lost that fabulous touch.
"Sands and Corals... Silliman beside the Sea!"
I’m having trouble doing your math. If your wife is 38, this means she was born in 1986-or 87 depending on her birth month. Yet you met and married in the 80s? 😅
Great information.
2008 i was in Makati during typhoon ondoy
The Philippines is on our bucket list. Always wanted to visit the place my grandfather served during WW2. Hope u have safe travels!
I'm Filipino 🇵🇭 but my paternal grandpa was half American 🇺🇸 and served in the US 🇺🇸 military in ww1 in Germany 🇩🇪 what's funny is I'm only in my early 40s 😂 our age gap was 90 years
Go to American Cemetery, you'd see your folk's name
When you come here I'd be happy to be your escort/guide.
@@JonaHanz-u2hix deal
Makati and BGC are where most Americans are around Manila. There are cities there like Angeles City, Dumaggete, Cebu are a few places where you find the Expats.
My wife is Filipina, and I was stationed at Clark AB back in the 80s. It's about 60 miles from Manila in Angeles City. We're retiring part-time in a year or 2 over there. Take care!
There is a VA Clinic at the Seafront Compound of the U.S. Embassy, and many facilities that accept Tricare. Not sure if MEDICARE is accepted for expats. But the Guamanians are allowed to use MEDICARE in the Philippines. St. Luke's Medical Center in Global City offers excellent care.
@yanidilag8407 Thank you very much! I am retired military and do have Tricare. We plan on living in Angeles City near Clark, and they have a very good hospital that accepts Tricare also. Take xare
@@yanidilag8407 Medicare is not accepted in the Philippines unless you are a resident of Guam and your treatment is initiated in Guam. St. Luke's, Bonifacio Global City, is one of the finest hospitals in southeast Asia. Many of their doctors interned in the United States or other first-world countries. The VA treats only service-connected medical or mental health issues. My Filipina wife and I have been snowbirds for 18+ years, usually spending mid-to-late October through the first week of April in the Philippines. We have homes in Metro Manila and a home and business in the province. The remaining time we live in our Oregon home. Snowbirds have more fun and the best of both worlds.
David I was also stationed at Clark Air Base, two tours back in the 1980's for a total of 6 plus years. We are also snowbird and divide our time.
@@davidhankins5708make sure when you retire here in the PI to switch to Tricare overseas enrollment. the VA is only an OPC, so it is limited what they offer but you can get some meds, and annual semi annual check ups by appointment only. The VA clinic is mostly Filipinos and that is a positive, they take good care of the vets. Medical City Clark is one of the best clinics at Clark. Angeles City still has many expats living there but reduced numbers since covid and the lockdowns did a number on many not wanting to come back.
It's a Christian, English speaking, loving people....love from Canada ❤
Enjoy your vacation in the Philippines. Yes, beautiful country. Love Philippines.
My family had the best vacation in the Philippines. We’ll certainly be back💥🫶✨
Thanks for all those kind words to say about the Philippines .
This sounds perfect to me! I liked Singapore because it was a soft landing, too! But Phillipines has other areas and islands that are not so Americanized, but you have options, which is great!
Many thanks for the positive comments of the Philippines.
As someone who have been retired here for more than 5 years even within Manila it's different. BGC, where they mentioned they are stayung and where I live myself, is completely in a bubble from the rest of the Philippines and it is a mini United States once you step outside the city you start getting more of a local feel with the exception of Makati and a couple other pockets. BGC is where most of the educated work and where most American companies are based so, yeah English is widely spoken here. However, English is spoken all over the Philippines, but the more you go away from Manila the more you will hear the native tongue. Then once you get to Bisaya region, you will not hear very much Tagalog but more of the Bisayan language. Also, there are plenty of Americans, Brits, Aussie all over the Philippines. Most chose to stay out of Manila and settle in the provinces, less hectic and more of a peaceful lifestyle and way cheaper.
What bubble?? That's the financial and business district of manila!! One of the business district!! Why bec its developt not like the other part of manila?? Is it that? Why is the downtown bangkok business district same as the whole bangkok!!?? It's but natural that the financial districts as the most developt on any city in the world!!
Why if you step out of downtown bangkok is the rest of bangkok as developt?? Then why don't say that the downtown bangkok is just a bubble!! We are building a reclaimation off the manila bay to build a modern city 3 times the size of bgc!! And 8 more modern cities are in the pipeline!! Phil is developing
Typical foreigner who thinks BGC is the main city compared to other places because it has many western/american establishments, when in fact BGC is just one of the pocket places in Metro Manila, it's not even a city at all, just a financial district.
@danteaccento1273 yes you are 100% correct it's a barangay of Taguig, that was my point about it being a bubble and once you step out of the bubble you start to experience the real fun of the Philippines.
@@danteaccento1273 stupid it's a financial district!! Are you stupid??
Welcome to the Philippines and thank you for making a blog to promote our country! Enjoy your stay!!
Thanks. I have been waiting for a video about Philippines from your channel.
Thank you for appreciating our home PHILIPPINES. We truly are happy for your nice words .
Thank you so much for a wonderful view of our country...The Philippines is 90% pro-American. We love Americans, the movies, the music, the clothing, and the food.
It is becoming korean now😅😅😅
I’ve been one of your biggest fans and followers ! I’m Filipino and been living here in the U.S. since 2003. Im so proud of my home country and happy that you guys took the time to visit ! Soooo many amazing places in the country to see ! You should definitely go back !
New Subscribers from the Philippines. Thank you for your kind words..As you said this is your first trip..no doubt, this won't be your last..Stay safe and all the best.
Great to Hear you loved your stay Rob and Allie. I have planned to make the PI a home base for my Asia travels when I retire and it's great to hear your impressions of the country!
The westerners usually resides in the provinces where there are lots of beaches Zambales, Palawan, Cebu etc.
Been there in February of 24 in Eastern Samar. Loved it. Can’t wait to go back
The Philippines is often referred to as the "Latin America of Asia" due to its unique blend of Asian and Latin influences, a result of over three centuries of Spanish colonization. This historical period left an indelible mark on Filipino culture, evident in the country's language, religion, architecture, and traditions. Spanish words are interwoven into the Filipino language, Catholicism is deeply rooted in the societal fabric, and festive celebrations resemble those in Latin American countries. Additionally, the warm hospitality, vibrant street life, and strong family ties found in the Philippines further underscore the cultural parallels, making the country a distinct and vibrant fusion of East and West.
This cultural synthesis creates a unique identity that sets the Philippines apart from its Asian neighbors, while fostering a rich, diverse heritage that continues to evolve and thrive.
The Philippines is also often dubbed the "unofficial American State in Asia" due to its long-standing and profound ties with the United States. Following the Spanish-American War in 1898, the Philippines became an American colony, which significantly influenced its political, educational, and cultural landscape. English was established as the primary language of instruction, and American democratic principles were introduced into the political system. This American influence is still evident today in various aspects of Filipino society, from the widespread use of English in business and education to the popularity of American films, music, and fashion.
Moreover, the Philippines and the United States maintain a robust relationship characterized by mutual defense treaties, economic partnerships, and extensive people-to-people connections. The presence of American companies and franchises across the Philippines, coupled with a significant Filipino diaspora in the United States, further cements this special bond. The shared history, aligned interests, and cultural exchanges continue to shape the Philippines' identity, making it a unique blend of Asian traditions and American influences, akin to an unofficial extension of the United States in the heart of Southeast Asia.
Wow, impressive, spot-on and encompassing description of the Phillipines!
Kudos!🎉❤
There's this British 🇬🇧. historian I think who once said that PH 🇵🇭 is a Latin American country brought to Asia by a giant tidal wave 🌊
@@alice_agogo, LOL!
Insult to Latins.
@@oilairnalo not really. Latins are losers as well
Am happy for the two of you and glad you are having a blast in the Philippines.
I have not been to the Philippines but would like to go. Seeing videos of the stunning islands look amazing. Im American and grew up in California in a very diverse area with friends who were mostly Mexican, Puerto Rican, asian, white and black. Some spoke Spanish but all were 2nd generation at least. After college I was a student teacher and taught Biology for English Language Learners at the same high school I graduated from. The class was made up of high school students who had recently immigrated from many different countries. They were all learning Biology in English as newcomers. Students from Vietnam, Korea, China, Taiwan , Philippines, Pakistan, India, South America, (Argentina), and Mexico together in one classroom. They sat at large lab tables in rows in small groups together from the same countries as they spoke similar languages and helped each other. It was fun to see how they interacted with me, the content, and each other. The Filipino students (who were all fluent in Tagalog) sat in the front row and were the friendliest of all the students. They laughed the most and were the warmest, most talkative of the different groups of teens. The Filipino students even invited me to a few of their family parties (Birthdays etc). I did not have any students from Thailand, Maylasia or Europe so this is just this small group of countries I saw together. But i will never forget how warm the Filipino teens were. I know this is a stereotype based on a small sample size but the really stood out and their kindness made an impression. 😊
As a Filipino, I would say, you’re spot-on!🎉
Thanks a lot for the compliment, I really appreciate that!❤
Yes sir, Filipinos are very friendly and always smiling 😊
Filipinos don’t like to leave people behind - if they are in a group and they see you alone, they will invite you to join them.
hope you like our food sir ❤
We will be waiting to welcome you here 😸👍 thanks for being a teacher to all your students , as they say teachers are the 2nd parents.
Thanks for the very good reviews. Enjoy your stay and have fun with the locals. There's a lot of in store for you.
We appreciate how appreciative you are of our country. Thank you
Thank you for loving our country and for enjoying here love you both godbless
Once you are in Tagaytay, taste the buko (coconut) pie, go there very early .
I am from Manila and I've been following your channel for like a couple of years now because of your Amtrak reviews. Your reviews were helpful when I planned my trip to the US and took more than a couple of segments of Amtrak.. And now, you guys were here in the Philippines? I can't believe it!! I'm glad you made this review, thanks for visiting our country 😊 cheers ❤
Thanks for the update. I’ll be in BGC in October and am excited about it.
Hope u will have a great time and good experience during your stay in the philippines.
The start of the BER months (September) the Philippines will start celebrating the Christmas season up to the Chinese New year. It's the best times of the year to visit the country with so much merry making 😊
Xin Chao! Hello, from Vietnam! I am glad that you came to visit the Philippines. Indeed, English is everywhere, and Filipinos welcome everyone with a smile. For your next adventure, explore the islands, especially Cebu, Bohol, Siquijor, and Camiguin You will surely love it.
Thanks for sharing...I want to explore this country!
Amazing Beautiful Philippines, Thank you for the kind words about my beloved country. Come visit again and explore Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.😊
Thanks for the very nice comment about our country...enjoy and be safe.❤❤❤
Thank you for the review n promoting our beloved Philippines. God bless you both. Ingat n mabuhay
I live in a Navy town, and there are many people from the Philippines because Philippine men join the US Navy, and gain their citizenship, and then retire in the US. Also there are couples that are American/Philippino, in fact one of my daughter's married a Philippino, and they will be going to the Philippines soon with their kids to visit family.
FILIPINO/PILIPINO and not PHILIPPINO.
Pilipino is a Subject in School… FILIPINO IS THE PEOPLES 😂😅😂 ✌️
Welcome to the Philippines....my country!!! I would like to thank you very much for all those kind words you guys said about the Philippines. Happy to hear that you like my country. God bless you both!
Thanks sharing your experience in my native country Philippines currently am in Canadian citizen living here missed my beloved country hope to go back this Xmas
holiday which me and my missed so much coz very different here than the Philippines missed our native candies especially family.
down there
I am so glad you enjoy my home country ❤. English is our second language. Philippines was invaded by the Spaniards and have adapted their languages and way of life while keeping our own traditional dishes as an Asian country. However we do have dishes such as Menudo that is a known Spanish dish. I love my country and we just love people and food 🥰
The Philippines has been under Spain for 333 years and US for about 50 years…. A lot of tagalog words are borrowed from spanish.. people have spanish surnames… education is patterned after american system.. english is taught from pre school up to college and subjects are mostly in english.. welcome to the philippines and enjoy… you should see the beaches in the islands…. They are some of the world’s bests…
I have watched your videos on trains some months ago. It's nice to know you are visiting my country now. Welcome to the Philippines!
I just left my first trip to Manila (spent 5 days there after visiting Thailand and Vietnam). I agree Manila was a very soft landing for an American, even as a female solo traveler. Definitely plan to go back!
Thank you for appreciating Philippines. God bless your travels.
Thank you for saying nice things about the Philippines. We are English-speaking people since we are taught in school from preschool up to college and masters in an English medium. We've been under the colonization of the Spaniards for 333 years and under the Americans for 48 years. Specially in the visayas region you will notice local people will choose to speak English than our national language tagalog.
Hope you'll both continue to enjoy your stay in the Philippines
The brain exhaustion is real. I’ve traveled to Japan on several occasions. Every time I get back to the U.S. I realize how “exhausted” my brain was. Also, I run out and get a good ol’ greasy burger and fries from my favourite burger spot. Hahahaha! It’s not that I didn’t like the Japanese food - I loved it - but it’s refreshing to allow your brain to relax and not have to think about what you’re eating.
Loved listening to your observations about the Philippines. Yes, most Westerners are found living in Makati/BGC and in the provinces.
The guy is spot on. We have spanish last names, english first names, and chinese/malay blood.
Filipinos are predominantly
Malay - not Chinese. It’s been stated by historians that Filipino ancestors came from Taiwan. The natives or the indigenous people of Taiwan are called Austronesians. Historians believe that the Polynesians are also Austronesians. Many Filipinos look like Polynesians. But people from China came to Taiwan and took over. The majority of the people in Taiwan are Chinese, and there’s only a very small percentage of the indigenous people left in Taiwan. Even a Taiwanese guy I met told me the same story. He said the indigenous Taiwan people look like Hawaiians, but people from mainland China came and became the majority.
We are Austronesians. The native people of Taiwan, Island Southeast Asia, Island Melanesia, Micronesia, Polynesia, and Madagascar.
We are not Malays, though we they are our cousins, they're not our ancestors. They're also Austronesians. "Malay" used to be the colonial-era term for Austronesians, hence the confusion with the actual Malays. We are not Chinese. Though there's a large number of Chinese Filipinos, like in most parts of Southeast Asia.
@@AngryKittens Yes, we are definitely NOT Chinese, although there are many Filipinos who have Chinese blood.
@@rbebeabucay9356around 35% of Filipinos 🇵🇭 have East Asian blood
@@alice_agogo Perhaps. But Filipinos are Austronesians, NOT Chinese. I had seen lots of Filipinos in Bohol who looked like Polynesians when I visited there.
Wow welcome am a Pilipino currently living in Canada good you enjoyed your stay in my country a lot of .my countryman also here Canada pls enjoy the beauty of the Philippines.
I been to over 30 countries. I came to the Phils 12 months ago, I decided to live here in the first week.
Thank you very much for liking the Philippines thank you🙏🙏🙏
Ally you speak amazing English. I would have never known that Spanish was your first language. When you said that the other day my mind was blown.
Sign of high IQ! She’s a smart cookie 🍪 ❤
Thanks for discovering the beauty of our country and its people and telling the world about it!❤ Enjoy your stay!
Welcome to our beautiful country Philippines. Enjoy your time guys in my beautiful country. Everything is cheap and available everywhere and friendly locals are helpful and it's easy to communicate since everybody speaks English. Explore more videos guys to our country which have 7,641 islands. We have beautiful beaches and have a great crystal clear blue water
So enjoy 💖🇵🇭🇪🇬
Nice comments from the bottom of their hearts.welcone to the Philippines.Mabuhay❤
I love Philippines 🇵🇭 . Beautiful country,culture, beaches and people 😊 also easy to communicate because everybody know how to understand and speaking in English
Gentle and appreciative people like your kind selves will always be warmly welcomed in the Philippines!
Thank you for your kind and favorable comments about our country. The Philippines is a developing country and is still working on improving many things. Hopefully in the near future our country will be more or less like Japan or Singapore. Just hit the subscribe button. Enjoy your stay and be safe. Watching from The USA.
Glad u appreciate our country♥️
You will be amaze with our beautiful islands..From mindanao to Batanes♥️♥️🎈
Ur Welcome in the Philippines.everyone & where Proudly as a Filipino People.God bless all
It's nice to know that you both enjoyed your visit our Country and thank you so much for sharing your experiences. Subscribed and following you both from Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
I'm glad your first impression was such a positive one!!! I do not live in Manila, because I'm drawn to the provincial island lifestyle of the Philippines. As an American that has been living in the Philippines for 12 years now, I TOTALLY expected your content for this video, which is Manila centric, to be one of much less "sparkle". Because I really don't like Manila (traffic, dirty, busy). This video resonates with me and reminds me of my impressions when I first moved here - so this is good for me to see and maybe I ought to take a step back and appreciate that capitol city much more. Language wise, after living here for over 10 years, I speak VERY LITTLE Filipino, precisely because nearly everyone in the Philippines speaks English. In fact, I speak more Japanese and Italian than Filipino. Enjoy your visit. And really, your positive spin is refreshing and really is calibrating my otherwise not so favorable perspective of Manila. Thanks for helping me see it thru a different lens.
Thank you so much for visiting philippines Mam Sir and thank you for good feedback
Enjoy your stay in my beloved country which I miss so much! God bless!🇵🇭🙏🏽❤️
Try going to Tagaytay too for a more relaxed feel. It's just an hour drive from Manila and it's a cold place. You can also try visiting Baguio though it's quite far with the 5-hr long drive from Manila. There are a lot of beautiful places in the Philippines to go to for foreign tourists.
New subscriber here. Welcome to Philippines. Enjoy your stay and have fun with a local people. Mabuhay❤
Safe travels!
Glad you’ve finally found the Philippines and enjoying your stay there.
Philippines is like their favorite dessert during summer, it's called HALO-HALO. it means mixed-mixed , a very mixed culture.. Mexican Asians with U.S. twist.
you got it right
there is in fact see's candies shop which our aunt told us,only found in san francisco but we have it here,also Randys donut,olive garden etc
Hey guys, thank you for visiting! I'm glad to hear that your first impression was a positive one. Philippines would definitely be a good country to consider as a home base as you travel around Asia. It's a perfect place to "reboot." Welcome and enjoy your stay! Mabuhay!
Thank you for the nice comments about the Phillippines.
As a person who grew up in Cebu, I left 42 years ago. When I went to visit
many years ago it has changed so much, very progressive catering to everyone who comes visit our country. Shopping in Landers is like Costco here in the US, we are known for our warm and welcoming hospitality. I am glad that you had a good feel about the Philippines like most visitors who also decided to retire there. Truly a place a beautiful cultural mix both Spanish and Asian.
For a food trip experience, go to Chinatown in Binondo, Manila.
Yes!! The Philippines is Great. Been telling people this for years. Of course there's areas that's Third World (like Detroit), but also parts that's more exclusive than Bel Air/ Beverly Hills. Planning to move there.
Awesome insight video!
A Denny's, that's hysterical, probably my all time favorite place for breakfast.
I was in Japan many years ago and I had to take my waitress outside and point to what I wanted in the display of dishes of plastic food in the window showcase and she got it immediately. Can be very frustrating.
Thank you both again!
English is the 2nd official language in the Philippines. Filipino (based in Tagalog) is the 1st. We use both languages regularly (interchangeably even).
Awesome vid! Thank you for sharing your experiences and such great info. We plan to explore SE Asia next year and the Philippines sound perfect as part of our plans.
When you explore the countryside, you'll see more of that true Philippines experience. And there are many pockets of cities and towns that have catered to US culture and English is widely spoken. The Philippines was a territory of the U.S.A. after all (after being a colony of Spain for 400 years).
Thanks for these thoughts and observations about the PH. My husband is American and I am Filipino ( have dual citizen (US/PH) and actually retired there. We own a condominium in Baguio City. You should visit our city where it is like a mountain resort that has an "all year spring-like weather" except when rainy season. My American husband, doesn't want to come here in the USA. We are here in Washington, DC right now (6/18/2024) and will go back to Pittsburgh, PA tomorrow. We were here since Oct. 2023 because we attended our son's weddinng last month. We will be returning to PH, next month in July 2024. We do have a Baguio Expat Group. Try to explore more of the PH, in the country-side.
Thank you so much for loving our country, Philippines
Go to Boracay, El Nido, Coron in Palawan, be sure to have mosquito spray, SPF, rainy season, humid, this is the favorite climate for mosquito
Wellcome to the Philippines! I hope you both explore the thousands of scenic areas of the Philippines and I am sure you both will enjoy overwhellmingly.
Wow thank you so much for appreciating Philippines ,we love to hear that and we appreciated a lot Stay Safe MABUHAY welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭
It's not just like foreigners love to visit our country but having this kind of vlog you made (appreciating us people and our country) you will be rewarded with tons of views. We, Filipinos are appreciative of those who praise or appreciate us, we will then bombard you with lots of views and likes. This is the real deal now as long as you vlog in our country and give us what we call "satisfaction content" and you love our country, we love you back guys. Thank you for visiting and hope you'll explore more here. Take care.
The Philippines is a mix of different cultures since we were colonized by Spain(300+ years), US & Japan. Hence, the reason for Filipinos with Spanish surnames & the 3rd biggest population of Catholics in the world. The 2 main languages here are Filipino & English. English is taught in school as early as nursery. Most of our subjects in school are taught in English. Our food is influenced by different cultures like Spanish, Chinese, American,etc. There are also a lot of Japanese restaurants here. If you like to experience Filipino food, try restaurants like Manam, Gerry’s Grill, Barrio Fiesta, etc. Welcome to our country. Mabuhay!🇵🇭
Americans' presence in these areas:
Makati Business District (Greenbelt)
Ermita Manila
(Robinsons, American Embassy, Baywalk)
BGC Bonifacio Global City
(American Cemetery, the new business district)
Clark, Pampanga and
Subic, Zambales
(previously American naval bases)
The Philippines can be your hub to go around Asia. Plus the beautiful world class beaches that don't break your budget. 👌💯
Welcome to the Philippines! I hope you get to travel to our beaitiful islands like Boracay, Palawan, cebu, Bohol, Siargao where the foreighners are.
Yes, the Philippines is a good place to have your health checked as we have good hospitals like the Makati Medical Center, St. Lukes Medical Center, etc which are at par by global standards. Thank you for your visit to the Philippines.❤
We visited Palawan, El Nido which is one of the Philippines islands, if you have time I strongly suggest visiting. The beauty of the island is unmatched.
I totally agree everything both you said and like me I really love travelling especially those countries where English is the medium of instruction. I can’t wait to see your next vlog in the Philippines………. Watching from London, United Kingdom
Looking forward to learning more about your time in the Philippines!
Hi! I am glad you like our country. I am watching you from the Bay Area in California. ❤❤❤ new subscriber. 😊😊😊
Thank you for your kind words about my country. Medium of instruction starting from Kindergarten level is English.
Most Americans and Westerners just use Manila area as an initial landing spot to hop to the islands, in the Visayas and Palawan. You may find a few in the Angeles and Subic Bay area.
We loved the Philippines as Americans! Perfect mix of modern in Metro Manila, BGC & Makati and beautiful beaches. We are a full time travel family and love it!. Enjoy ❤😊
Its the land of beautiful nature and people