First Impression of Filinvest & Alabang, Super Modern City Philippines (BGC To Tagaytay Moto Vlog)

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  • Опубликовано: 3 ноя 2024

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  • @nightwing4065
    @nightwing4065 Год назад +32

    I went to school in Alabang way back when. It's a nice area where there's a lot of exclusive & gated communities like Ayala Alabang, Hillsborough, Alabang hills, etc. Filinvest Festival Mall, Alabang Town Center & Madrigal Business Park already existed even before BCG was being developed.

  • @John-vh3ig
    @John-vh3ig Год назад +30

    We're going to miss Justin. Hopefully he travels back to the Philippines soon.

  • @kayflip2233
    @kayflip2233 Год назад +32

    Philippines is getting richer and richer and modernizing all in neighborhoods all over Manila. Manila has become the back office capital of the world - just imagine all of the businesses in the world that need to offshore their call centers, accounting, IT, admin etc. Filipinos can do the work cheaper and better. All of that is moving to Manila and as a result Philippines is developing at an extremely rapid rate. Combine that with the growing tourism demand to the point Philippines will be #2 behind Thailand soon, Philippines is quickly on the way to greater prosperity and world attention.

    • @kayflip2233
      @kayflip2233 Год назад +4

      @@samquinn6427 Yes, the fact that Filipinos speak English is a big factor in its attractiveness to Americans, Brits, Canadians, Australians and other Western tourists. Also, there's no where on earth that is comparable in terms of island adventure - there is literally endless islands to explore, gorgeous palm tree landscapes and beaches in Siargao, island hopping with hidden lagoons and white sand beaches with aqua water in the middle of tiny islands with mountains in El Nido. The natural landscape is absolutely insane and nowhere on earth comes close to it. Combine that with the increasingly modernizing neighborhoods all over Manila like BGC, the luxury malls, low cost of living, Japanese and Korean brands and investments, UK and American brands at the huge malls etc. Philippines can absolutely be the #1 most visited country on earth and overtake Thailand. They just need to keep modernizing, cleaning up the slum areas, promote the Filipino culture and keep it safe and affordable. The Filipino hospitality and friendliness is already well known around the world and a big reason why people want to go there.

    • @godyoshida8433
      @godyoshida8433 Год назад

      Lol

    • @adv3nturehq517
      @adv3nturehq517 6 месяцев назад

      I find this comment very funnt

    • @markeustvhd6799
      @markeustvhd6799 4 месяца назад

      😂its only about 10% of Philippines economy😅 da rest is dirt poor😂

  • @charitosantiagoisready4fun312
    @charitosantiagoisready4fun312 Год назад +7

    Beautiful sunset in Tagaytay. Love the descriptive way of the streets, mallls, stores Merghim. Can't wait for your next adventure. God bless.

  • @jansenalmonidovar9248
    @jansenalmonidovar9248 Год назад +7

    Wow i feel like this will be an epic series mergim. This will def take you to 100k

  • @marikitliwayway6703
    @marikitliwayway6703 Год назад +10

    Parañaque Alabang and Muntinlupa are cities south of the NCR, there are lots of gated subdivisions and villages in these 3 cities. Within these villages are commercial areas and schools. So essentially the suburbs. People who live here travel to BGC and Makati for work.

    • @ramonebay2641
      @ramonebay2641 Год назад +1

      Alabang is not a City, it is part of Muntinlupa.

  • @jandeiification
    @jandeiification Год назад +8

    Man!!! Welcome to the SOUTH!!! ALABANG!!! Filinvest is also a growing City! Safe Trip Merg!

  • @manbibar4299
    @manbibar4299 Год назад +16

    🇵🇭💖Thanks Mergim for going in places around the Metro now. You will find nice places too. Then, there's Enchanted Kingdom and Nuvali in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, on your way to Tagaytay. There's Angelfields along Tagaytay road for a stopover to eat. Of course, in Tagaytay, there are lots of interesting places aside from Taal. Farther south, Batangas beaches and many others. Enjoy!👍🤟

  • @nzsl368
    @nzsl368 Год назад +6

    *ayala land*
    ayala land is one of the major developers of BGC & the makati
    they're also behind the ayala alabang / filinvest area
    the ayala business center & the I.T. park in cebu
    they also have land developments (real estates) in bacolod, iloilo, pampanga and a few to mention
    i guess, the ayala clan has a private summer mansion in the tagaytay area (it's almost like a mini-mall in size)

  • @lucillegil5306
    @lucillegil5306 Год назад +1

    Wow I haven’t been to this place thanks for featuring it.

  • @celsamonte3241
    @celsamonte3241 Год назад +8

    Hey! I live in Alabang! It is more laid back here 😊 You missed the area in Evia where the ceiling is just like real clouds.. You can also check The Glass House near Evia. Stay safe on your trip❤

  • @kuysvonito6688
    @kuysvonito6688 Год назад +7

    What an adventure Dude! Ride safe Mergim and enjoy your stay in Tagaytay!

  • @froggyzbest
    @froggyzbest Год назад +9

    Hi Mergim, I have two ideas for new videos for your channel in the Philippines. Both are close to Manila!
    First one is to visit Angeles city and meet a guy named David McCready aka bananaman.
    He is a retired London firefighter who lives there. He has created a feeding program that goes out with volunteers every day around Angeles and feeds the street kids. This would make a great video for you vlog!!!
    Second idea for a video is also near Angeles. You have been there before in your vlog to a place called Clark. Spend the day at Aqua Planet. It is one of the largest water parks in the world. Some of the rides are amazing! We go every time in Philippines.
    Thanks, and safe travels 😊

  • @gerardoaquino8284
    @gerardoaquino8284 Год назад +6

    Hi Mergim. Please be careful when your driving your scooter around. I was just in an accident and my car was totalled here in CA. Thank God I am ok. Be safe! Love your videos!

  • @jonathanbuhay4010
    @jonathanbuhay4010 Год назад +6

    Alabang looks nice and so is that Evia Mall. Beautiful cafe!

  • @glenndavidtorres
    @glenndavidtorres Год назад +8

    Alabang/Filinvest City used to be a govt property owned by Department of Agriculture under the Bureau of Animal Industry. It was formerly the country's Stock Farm, until privatized and sold to the Ayalas and Gotianums of both Ayala Land and Filinvest. The second property you went to is owned by the Villar family.

  • @rosevee1943
    @rosevee1943 Год назад +8

    Welcome to my Neighborhood Mergim. Here you would see gated subdivisions and villages Ayala Alabang is the Beverly Hills here at the south area just like Forbes of Makati. When u decided to go to Coffee Project I knew you would love the ambiance its like a library with plants and it extend all the way inside the mall with comfy couch.😊

  • @rm_alfaro
    @rm_alfaro Год назад +14

    Alabang is actually part of southern Metro Manila! Next time you should explore more of the Filinvest City Central Park and also check out the Festival Mall and Alabang Town Center.

    • @gramirez72
      @gramirez72 Год назад +1

      I think he knows that Alabang is in Metro Manila. In fact, when he was inside Coffee Project he said it was one of the best looking cafes he’s ever seen in “Metro Manila”.

    • @ramesesrommella.macatol1247
      @ramesesrommella.macatol1247 Год назад +1

      Festival Mall Alabang is the Destination Mall to visit with its Water Garden, River Park and various indoor entertainment facilities including the largest indoor roller coaster here in the Philippines.

  • @observations2011
    @observations2011 Год назад +8

    Mergim that means that your body has already adapted to the tropical climate of the Philippines. Getting your jacket from the compartment shows you feel cold upon reaching Tagaytay. England is cold, isn't? Will be be looking forward to your next episodes.

  • @Goalfy
    @Goalfy Год назад +4

    Hey Mergim, i like your style of editing with your videos. And the way you talk while doing your videos. Congrats on reaching 70k subs. I just recently reached 10k subs while visiting the Philippines. I stayed there for 2 months. Back now in Wash dc. Will see you on your next video.

  • @cdl6953
    @cdl6953 Год назад +5

    You and Justin are the Dynamic Duo. Pls plan a road trip with him next time 😎😎🏍️🏍️

  • @feg466
    @feg466 Год назад +6

    If im not mistaken Filinvest, Ayala Alabang was either first to develop their area or at the same time with BGC. Somehow BGC overtook Filinvest, Alabang in developing their condo buildings. Probably because majority of Filipinos work near north in Metro Manila compare to the distance going to the south which is Alabang. Also the south(Las Piñas and Parañaque) is less populated than the north.

  • @kewpoopie
    @kewpoopie Год назад +3

    As you enjoy coffee, I would recommend that If you're gonna continue the loop towards the taal volcano, when you pass by lipa, try Cafe de Lipa's Barako Joe (Kapeng Barako). Kapeng Barako is a variety that is grown in Batangas. Also if you're gonna pass Tanay, Rizal, there's a lot of coffee shops there that has a good view like Palpitate Coffee (though i haven't tried their coffee yet).

  • @NeoKrypton21
    @NeoKrypton21 Год назад +4

    Take Care, Mergim. Please drive safe always with your motor while on your camera. Enjoy Tagaytay! 👍✌️❤️👌🙏

  • @perlaaguinaldo
    @perlaaguinaldo Год назад +4

    Thanks mergim for bringing us along in beautiful places here in the philippines stay safe always.👍✌😍🙏

  • @jooneegarcia4778
    @jooneegarcia4778 Год назад +3

    On the way back, pass by Alabang Town Center. Best example of how laid back the south is and you should check out the town center cats :)
    The south metro is technically suburbs and on the weekdays the malls here are far less busy as everyone is in work in the bigger cities or at school. Weekends are crazy.

  • @gallatorre3962
    @gallatorre3962 Год назад +1

    I come from the city of Muntinlupa, I can say that our culture and lifestyle are the same as life in the city and the province. You will notice this if you compare people in some establishments like malls, parks and others or compare the people in MOA compared to Alabang Town Center, Southmall and Festival there is a big difference

  • @antengcomia1359
    @antengcomia1359 Год назад +4

    You should have a stop over in CUENCA, BATANGAS try and asked the local about ZABLAI POINT or the VIEW DECK in Lumampao,Cuenca...
    You would love it 🙂🙂🙂

  • @get2riz
    @get2riz Год назад +1

    Mergim -- Haven't seen that route in any other vlogs. Already the comments from fellow followers are informative. I have a good feeling about this series.

  • @abbeyrose5415
    @abbeyrose5415 Год назад +1

    My favorite place Alabang.. Missing this place

  • @arghentrock
    @arghentrock Год назад +1

    Looking forward to your 3-day Laguna-Batangas loop series.

  • @angelobon8095
    @angelobon8095 Год назад

    Oh i miss going there.. when i go back to the philippines i will visit it again its been 6 years now

  • @delubyo564
    @delubyo564 Год назад +1

    @mayor Mergin, there's a part in the Evia mall where the ceiling is painted like a sky and the light changes. The floor is full of restaurants

  • @pilotolane5068
    @pilotolane5068 Год назад +3

    Few vloggers able to show filinvest Alabang. Trifate and you so far tour around. Arabica is taste sour but the beans more expensive compare to Robusta.

  • @rickswordfire5817
    @rickswordfire5817 Год назад

    Safe travels Justin! Hope we see you again soon

  • @ericmjrs798
    @ericmjrs798 Год назад

    You're so good. You have reached Alabang and created a vlog. Hope you were able to visit Molito and Alabang Town Center too

  • @faithdino4428
    @faithdino4428 Год назад +1

    Wow what a mall.. unique style..all for the rich?

  • @ronnienestor
    @ronnienestor Год назад +1

    Finally....Mergim visited the south business district.

  • @John-vh3ig
    @John-vh3ig Год назад +1

    I watch you every day! Just a FYI.

  • @leonidafallaria2091
    @leonidafallaria2091 Год назад

    Of course mergim I'm always enjoying and looking forward to watch ur daily blogg...

  • @juanadventure7658
    @juanadventure7658 Год назад

    beautiful country Philippines 🌎🌎🌎🌎

  • @sprikitik9719
    @sprikitik9719 Год назад +1

    Oh I thought u're going to the Riverpark inside festival Mall and also Alabang Town Center a d Molito in front of it, also it's near Azumi Boutique Hotel, Bellevue, B hotel, Crimson and Vivere Hotel where u passed by. I hope u got Wind Residences.

  • @perlitaenriquez5131
    @perlitaenriquez5131 Год назад +2

    Try also NUVALI AND ENCHANTED KINGDOM , ITS VERY NEAR FROM TAGAYTAY.

  • @maryallen2317
    @maryallen2317 Год назад +1

    My favorite city in the Philippines 🇵🇭 Tagatay.

    • @rm_alfaro
      @rm_alfaro Год назад

      It's actually Tagaytay pronounced as Tah-gai-tai!😊

  • @federicoeveza9656
    @federicoeveza9656 Месяц назад

    Yes it’s nice there too.

  • @lizdgb7570
    @lizdgb7570 Год назад +1

    You passed 2 big mall in Alabang, the humongous FESTIVAL supermall and the smaller but cotier Alabang Town Center. Evia mall is actually way beyond the heart of Alabang already. Maybe next time you can feature the 2 malls of Alabang in focus. Enjoy your stay in Tagaytay Mergim. 👍

  • @mariettaroslin4770
    @mariettaroslin4770 Год назад

    Thats our city, Filinvest city in Alabang. Very modern indeed but quite expensive cost of living.

  • @sanjodaily3074
    @sanjodaily3074 Год назад +1

    I love your style of vlogging

  • @ramesesrommella.macatol1247
    @ramesesrommella.macatol1247 Год назад

    Evia Lifestyle Center is an interesting mall to visit but the most interesting mall to visit in Southern Metro Manila is Festival Mall, Alabang with its gardens traversed by the Alabang River and various indoor amusement parks including the largest indoor roller coaster here in the Philippines!

  • @tropangpinoy6815
    @tropangpinoy6815 Год назад

    ill be watching your adventure mergim. enjoy dude!

  • @AguilosFamilyTV
    @AguilosFamilyTV Год назад +1

    When visitng Alabang next time, I hope yoy visit Festival Mall, Westgate, and Ayala Alabang Town Center. These are great places to feature.

  • @aedrianneacar501
    @aedrianneacar501 Год назад +4

    Congrats!! Just 30,000 more subs to reach the 100K goal!!

  • @airineee2561
    @airineee2561 Год назад

    I'm waiting for your latest vlog. I'm the cashier from a convenient store who assisted you this afternoon. Haha

  • @hillroberts1311
    @hillroberts1311 Год назад +3

    Alabang city is older than BGC. Philinvest owns that Japanese mall in BGC, as the franchise holder. Alabang is under the umbrella of Muntinlupa. I did ask myself why Alabang is slower in developing infrastructure than BGC? I'd say it's because BGC is near Makati and Ortigas. Alabang originally was a farmland with mangoes as its main produce.

    • @tettignacio-mallari3621
      @tettignacio-mallari3621 Год назад +1

      Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings, Ltd. is Federal Land's partner in bringing the first-ever Mitsukoshi Japanese Mall in the Phils. Federal Land is the developer of the Seasons Residences (towers sitting on the podium of Mitsukoshi), Central Park, Grand Hyatt Hotel & Residences in North BGC. Filinvest is not a franchise holder of the Japanese department store brand.

    • @hillroberts1311
      @hillroberts1311 Год назад +1

      @@tettignacio-mallari3621 thanks for the correction I read it was Philinvest...

    • @tettignacio-mallari3621
      @tettignacio-mallari3621 Год назад

      @@hillroberts1311 🥰

  • @Al_Moranas
    @Al_Moranas Год назад

    Try the North Loop...the supposed route for the Boss Iron Man 2023. Which would probably be several vlogs if you decide to explore the numerous sights and sounds along the way lol.

  • @marpot100
    @marpot100 Год назад

    Good to see you outside of BGC..we'll definitely visit the coffee project shop you featured...ride safe buddy

  • @axizcorp
    @axizcorp Год назад +3

    The Starbucks at Evia is quite old, one of the first establishment. People go to starbuck not because of the aesthetic but it's brand name.
    The Evia Mall is owned by one of the most hated politician in the country. They also own Coffee Project and Vista. They need make up for their aesthetic but their coffee is rank as one of the lowest. They're trying hard to be as fabulous as Ayala Megaworld SM Robinsons but they rose because of their political clout and manipulation.
    That is why there are only few people going to their mall.

  • @marilousumo226
    @marilousumo226 Год назад

    Enjoy the provinces and take care

  • @allansevilla5640
    @allansevilla5640 Год назад +2

    Enjoy Tagaytay and be safe!

  • @fac04995
    @fac04995 Год назад

    Mergim while in Tagaytay pls visit Sonia's Garden...such a beautiful resto/garden/b&b.

  • @ronnienestor
    @ronnienestor Год назад +1

    Interesting... I have not been to that Evia mall.... it looks new.
    Have you been to Alabang Town Center?

  • @irvin6890
    @irvin6890 Год назад

    Yey first

  • @rozeh
    @rozeh Год назад

    You were in my area, the south. I'm pretty sure you passed my Subdivision since you rode through daang hari (where evia mall is) then dasma then tagaytay

  • @alvinrafael
    @alvinrafael Год назад

    you're travelogs are very informative, please keep it up

  • @burningheart1224
    @burningheart1224 Год назад +4

    That EVIA Mall if I am not mistaken is owned by Villar Family.

    • @sprikitik9719
      @sprikitik9719 Год назад

      Yes u're right

    • @sergiocruz-ig7lr
      @sergiocruz-ig7lr Год назад

      Great visuals on that motor bike ride from BGC to Tagaytay. Coffee Project, All Digital and the EVIA are owned by Villar.

    • @marichutesado180
      @marichutesado180 Год назад +1

      You may explore Crosswind Tagaytay and feel the western american vibe, its the most beautiful place of that area where you can see the beautiful nature line w hundreds of pine trees as you drive around and many restaurants along the streets. Just ask the guards to enter a village so u can see and appreciate much the beauty of the surroundings.

    • @sprikitik9719
      @sprikitik9719 Год назад

      @@marichutesado180 agree and twin lakes hotel as well

  • @mcimd8229
    @mcimd8229 Год назад

    Great trip, I saw some new places I have never been to 🤗 thank you boss Mergim

  • @ZeCabreira
    @ZeCabreira Год назад +1

    While there, you could have gone to one of my favorites, the Mushroom Burger, it's totally vegan. The guard said, you're gonna give him a hard time in English 11:03.

  • @KeonPH
    @KeonPH Год назад +1

    I also went to Evia Lifestyle Center. That place is awesome, I also vlogged there! 👍

  • @armandtablan8224
    @armandtablan8224 Год назад

    Nice Video. Like your BIKE. Is that 250CC SUZUKI? Thanks for sharing. GOD Bless, ride safe. You earned my SUBS.

  • @yrnajaniram5695
    @yrnajaniram5695 Год назад

    One thing ive learned as a coffee lover.. its not the shop.. its the barista who makes the difference..

  • @yvonnebondoc8707
    @yvonnebondoc8707 Год назад

    You are born truly a free spirit man😊yap it will good to show the prices of different accomodation as well in tagaytay, it will be more handy for us once we visit there.

  • @mapsdg8591
    @mapsdg8591 Год назад +2

    You should have a Q&A video which is an opportunity to know who Mergim is.

    • @danderson8463
      @danderson8463 Год назад

      Nope, Mervin must remain a mystery, like a David lynch movie or the female orgasm

  • @garrymiller2769
    @garrymiller2769 Год назад

    Avia Lifestyle Center.... i didn't know that was there

  • @Justdel234
    @Justdel234 Год назад

    Enjoying you’re videos 👍👍👍

  • @mickiteoxon
    @mickiteoxon Год назад

    Goodpm Mergim😊 Sour Coffee is not good, might be bad beans, the tannic acid used to eliminate pests and wrong brewing method. Have a safe and happy travels my friend😊

  • @iflipover
    @iflipover Год назад +1

    When you got coffee at Coffee Project I was like, Oh No! 😅
    But yes, their coffee shop aesthetics are lit. You should check out their branches in Tagaytay Crosswinds. Also Nearby Ruined Project. Same family.

  • @henrymercado9949
    @henrymercado9949 Год назад

    Visit also nuvali area in sta rosa laguna near tagaytay

  • @danielito3766
    @danielito3766 Год назад +1

    Manila is amazing!

  • @tara_lets_go
    @tara_lets_go Год назад

    have a safe trip mergim..its still cold in tagaytay right now...too bad justin cant join..but i hope you enyor ur travel..always watching here

  • @iamrenzramientos
    @iamrenzramientos Год назад

    Atlast, you already visited the Filinvest City Alabang..

  • @laylacodilla4805
    @laylacodilla4805 Год назад

    Safe travel always Chairman Mergim😊🤩enjoy and explore!

  • @BossPau
    @BossPau Год назад

    Buffet breakfast at balay dako is a must

  • @tonlomugdang
    @tonlomugdang Год назад

    I there was some climate change going on right now. Usually if it's march, even in evening it would be hot and humid because summer starts officially at March. So I dont know why it's cold at night right now.

  • @phant0m0100
    @phant0m0100 Год назад

    Not sure if you've been to Alabang Town Center, it has it's own charm, you should check it out at least once

  • @MangDencio
    @MangDencio Год назад

    Nice to see you passing by my home city. I was just at that Cafe Amazon earlier. Got myself your favorite Iced black coffee 😊

  • @Wanderw
    @Wanderw Год назад

    Alabang , especially Ayala Alabang is a place for rich people before BGC and other malls evolved. Go to Alabang town center mall.

  • @nildasabang-vo1ys
    @nildasabang-vo1ys Год назад

    Safe travel and enjoy

  • @mjfab74
    @mjfab74 Год назад

    you seems to pack light? didnt even utilized the foot board of the bergman.

  • @marilousumo226
    @marilousumo226 Год назад

    Enjoy our favorite beef bulalo fish/soup

  • @julim1029
    @julim1029 Год назад

    Be safe always

  • @bernadetteoneill7014
    @bernadetteoneill7014 Год назад

    That's the Alabang Trade Centre, Mergim. I have been there on my last visit. A tad posh! Ride safely to Tagaytay! ☺

  • @vonryanvalendo882
    @vonryanvalendo882 Год назад

    Hello lodi visit nuvali sta rosa 😊

  • @maecochantsukiharu7227
    @maecochantsukiharu7227 Год назад

    Ey Mergim!
    Thats where I live. Welcome to the South!

  • @mattanain10
    @mattanain10 Год назад +1

    visit crosswinds tagaytay!!

  • @patrick5729
    @patrick5729 Год назад +1

    Your videos are more interesting whenever you leave BGC.

  • @marilousumo226
    @marilousumo226 Год назад

    It is Still cold in Canada .. Hope Justin will be back soon

  • @kimchiboitv1641
    @kimchiboitv1641 Год назад

    Welcome to our country! I hope you enjoy your stay! Sending support from Kimchiboi TV SoKor 💗

  • @got.to.beleive...
    @got.to.beleive... Год назад

    Hope one day we see u do the LAGUNA LOOP on ur bike...🇵🇭

  • @mikeealtiveros137
    @mikeealtiveros137 Год назад

    Coffee project interior is very nice! But nevermind the food. 4:05

  • @JTCal1000
    @JTCal1000 Год назад

    Caliraya laguna will give you tops of Cebu feels.