nope it's a fuckin developing country man?check out Philippines GDP its rising,but not only that? New Manila international aiirport on going,subway on going as well etc....check I out!
BGC and Manila (Makati) is 1% of the Philippines. Your experience/perspective is based on a small part of the Philippines. IMO your perspective is very naive and one of privilege. It is a third world country, with high infant mortality rates (4x higher than the U.S.), with slums that pale in comparison to what we perceive as "slums" here in the U.S. Sure, it's a developing nation, education is more available, and things are getting better. But the infrastructure outside of the bubble of BGC in the poorer parts of the Philippines is very rough. Older areas of Manila are completely flooded anytime there's a heavy rain. There are brownouts in many areas of the Philippines on a weekly basis. First rate medical care is only available to those with money and live in a big city. I have relatives that live in Mindanao who can't get basic care for dental, or get proper insulin medication, because its so expensive for them. Many of them don't even have flushing toilets. If you think the Philippines is a 1st world county, go ahead and drink water out of the tap. You wouldn't even do that in Makati or BGC unless you have a filter system installed. I can guarantee you are drinking bottled water everyday.
From my perspective as an American who lived in the Philippines for nearly 3 years traveling around the country with my beautiful Filipina girlfriend during that time, I have to say the Philippines very pleasantly surprised me! The people are beautiful, friendly souls, the culture is very unique and grows on you, the water, mountains, and beaches are unbelievable and the malls are out of this world and unlike anything in the US. They are like miniature cities with parks, fountains, flowered terraces and more restaurants, shops, banks, salons and movie theaters than you could imagine. The food is quite good although not even close to being on par with Thailand. The infrastructure is spotty but okay. It’s not perfect but it’s much more enjoyable than people can imagine. I love the Philippines and its people! It’s a developing country, not third world.
PHILLIPINES is not Poor many foriegners love Philippines But some PILIPINOS always criticize their own country 😂😂😂 You watched you will love Philippines 😂😂😂
Let's be honest, every country has a bad and a good side, the world is full of foolishness, greed and craziness. You've been for 1 year enjoying the cheap prices living like somebody, come on.
I've lived in Hawaii and I love it and then came the Philippines where I have spent my life in the last 3 years now. The Philippines is closest I can call home after Hawaii and I love it here. One of the best decisions I've made.
Before i came to the US, i thought life here is always sweet and all people are rich. My eyes were opened to the reality 4 years after when I started working for human services where i realized that USA being a well known progressive country, has a lot of impoverished people and families, uneducated, dirty homes (in and out), street beggars and homeless people. I realized that wherever you are, whether 3rd world or 1st world, there is always a problem. No perfect world. I still work in the human services side, and i know how real life here in the US. Philippines just happen to have higher poverty cases. People are nicer in the Philippines than the US, in my honest opinion.
@@djperryboy i think europe is the next middle east,and sweden is not the way it used to be,rape murder, pick pockets etc... thanks to the muslim immigrants destroying western cultures and values
Where the heck did you live?? Been in the US for 61 years and I only run into these types of areas in low income (very low), housing developments. Have you seen the true middle and upper class areas? Just open your eyes.
Hmmmm all these earthly things are just temporary in your life. When you are gone from this world you can’t take even nano % of your wealth. Most importantly you are happy physically and spiritually. ❤❤❤ I really love my Beloved country/ my Inang Bayan
@@toddeifert410 ummm...english is not my first language nor l live in english speaking country for 61 years, but i clearly understand what the person is saying. He/she didn't say the whole america, but a lot in america. And the person is working in a human services so he/she probably saw a lot of poverty in america than you do. And he/she pointed that either you live in 1st or 3rd country, poverty is always there.
My experience exactly 😅then I told myself 7 years ago, to hell with the NYC 🇺🇸corporate world 🌎 Have a beautiful home 🏠 North of Manila in Bulacan and living my best life ❤Stay blessed 😇 my friend
Yes, I agree with you 100% jealousy is the culprit why they bash the Philippines and probably some men have had experiences with girls they 'befriended'.😛
@@cirilobarrera9053 I totally agree. People are jealous of the quality of life and the overall, friendly atmosphere. Don't get me started on the healthcare. Healthcare in the US is medication based. Nothing natural, just pills. 🤦🏾♂️
They're not jealous but protective because the only true safe place in ph is BGC and malls all owned and made by private companies and not government. Private companies works = beautiful, good and safe. Ph government works = ugly, bad, dangerous
I am glad that there are positive development in my country and hope it will continue for more years until majority of Filipinos can already feel some degree of comfort. Grateful for tourists and content creators who come and explore what my country can offer. Thank you.
The smiles, acceptance, accommodation and total lack of racial discrimination makes the Philippines even more free than other nations that say that they have freedom.
I hate hearing from those who always say the Philippines is a third world country. Many foreigners say that because some some bloggers only feature the negative side of our country. What if I am a blogger also ,and show you the negative sides of your country. Even the richest country have these people like they see in my country, like homeless people , garbage , crimes, etc. Hiw do you feel?
Well the Philippines is third world. Most nations on Earth are. Also informed since the USSR no longer exist, there is no such thing as Second World Country.
The Philippines belong to the world. A rich in culture , tradition , food to taste and the worlds most famous beaches that that the whole world is dreaming to visit and explore. Conde Nast traveller, Travel and leisure magazine , Vogue etc. write stories about this nation Philippines.
That's so true about people giving their opinions about places they've never been to. I had a boss who, after hearing me tell my coworkers about how Boracay was the best beach I'd ever been to, dismissed me condescendingly with "Ah, yeah right: I don't know about THAT." Meanwhile, he had never even been out of the US and had not experienced any nice beach outside of the tri-state area. Thanks for your content - keep the videos coming!
My experience exactly 😅then I told myself 7 years, to hell with the NYC 🇺🇸corporate world 🌎 and left for the Philippines 🇵🇭 Have a beautiful home 🏠 in Bulacan North of Manila and living my best life…Oh, I do go back once every year. Stay blessed 😇 my friend
You got it right,Brian! No matter where you go, from 1st world country to a 3rd world country,what matters most is where your heart is happy and accepted of being who you are!That depends on you if you feed your friends with such, you met the first time.Sometimes,your instinct would tell you
Yeah, I am so jealous of the pollution and trash. The BS of the people. You are just so lucky!!! How about the internet constantly loosing connection and the power out. Only can drink bottled water. Yep, jealous I am!!!
Philippines is a fast developing country on earth, on track to become 1st world country. Philippines rainy season is from June to August and Spring season from September to October and Cold season is from November to February and summer season is from March to May.. Philippines has 4 diff climate weather.
@@joekerrvatsi188 I'm not lying duh that's the fact! your just envious to the beautiful & progressive Philippines you will research so you will know ok! Envious!
Just viewed this for the first time. You just told it the way it should be told Brian.. from actual personal experience. So thank you from us Filipinos. From a senior citizen.
Are you sure of that??? 2nd world term doesn't exists anymore, its still holds its stereotype title(3rd world, poor country etc.)but in a developing level now...
I really appreciate how you paint the picture of our country to those who have not been here 😊 Hope you get to stay longer than you initially plan. And yeah poverty is everywhere but that should not stop us from knowing the people more the place. Thank you!!!
I just got back from visiting my family and yes Philippines is third world country but first class in its culture friendliness and resilience. We are a happy hardworking bunch of people
Oh your words... Watching this video felt like listening to write ups from a Travel blog from 15 years ago, when traveling wasn't as "mainstream" as it is now, this is probably the best thing I heard in so long, somehow it sparks something in me, actually makes me want to listen more so I just subscribed. Listening to you felt like I was watching Anthony Bourdain in one of his travel shows - nowadays, it's hard to find travel vloggers that produce good write ups for their vlogs. Thanks for inspiration. I really needed this Today 😌
For.me Philippines is the best.place to live .This is my Paradise ...If youu fell in love in the Philippines many foriegneer cant get away with a trap of what they call Paradise...
Third world country is a geopolitical term, not an economic term. First world countries belong to US and allied forces. 2nd world countries belong to USSR and axis forces. Third world countries are those that remained neutral.
What defines a third world country? The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates.
Your narrative goes beyond just your personal experience - it beautifully reflects how we all navigate life and its challenges in different ways. Thanks for sharing!
I retired early two yrs ago and decided to go back home to my hometown of Cebu and Bohol. Best decision I've made since living in the states for a long time. Now each day is beach day 😎 😂
Thank you for your nice, kind words to my motherland, 🇵🇭 ! We, Filipinos are trying to be relevant to the world! Since kids we were thought to be nice, kind, resilient and respectful of other people. Filipinos or otherwise! Sure there are bad fellas but they exist even in G7 countries where I am now. But as Filipinos, we love to enjoy life, we always find time to relax and be happy in our own littlest way. Having said that, I wish you a wonderful stay there, you will be safe in BGC for sure, be happy, stay safe and enjoy life whenever you can! 😅 ✌️🇵🇭 ❤
Your the only American likes to used the umbrella. It’s good to live in the Philippines if you’re working remotely. It’s understandable that ppl in the U.S does not know anything about the Philippines. Same that Guam n Saipan a U.S territory but very seldom ppl know this U.S territories.
*** It's not a Third World Country. It's a Developing Country. Even you check it online. But the most important we still can preserve our natural 7, 600 plus beautiful islands. And it's paradise!!!
3rd world and developing country has the same meaning. And no its not a paradise when more than half of its citizens are in poverty. Its just well hidden from foreigners like the one in this video.
It’s good to be open minded❤ Philippine is a real freedom as long we have good attitude and good kind heart 🙏🇵🇭 I miss my Davao City. From Alaska here. New subscribers here ❤
It is a developing country but there is a big discrepancy between the rich and the poor. It needs to address the high unemployment and underemployment rate, poor health care and social services, education, security, infrastructures such as sewage and transportation, discrimination, ageism, and environmental issues such as waste management and water supply among other things. There is also a high crime rate including murder, robbery, rape and sexual assault, and drug addiction. Many corrupt officials use their guns and money to intimidate people! I hope that someday, I can retire in my own country not worrying about these problems.
There is huge CORRUPTION in the Republic of the Philippines. In there national religion, in there weak political system. Political DYNASTIES are ruling the country. Many people DON'T all the very truth about Philippines. Look to the slums and provinces there you can see the TRUE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES. NOT IN MANILA AND MAKATI AND IN TAGUIG. GO TO THE PROVINCES. AND YOU CAN SEE THE REALITY.
I love story telling, message is clear. Hopefully you will inspire more people, not only to visit the Philippines but to make people realized that there are better place outside US or Europe. BGC is a very nice but its not the best part of the country. Explore more and will know what I mean. Cheers!!
Travel to Siargao, its a Paradise Island! The "curse" might get you. Then you'll keep going back coz of the kindness, hospitality, culture and outdoor activities😊
The place you visited is a posh district in NCR. There are many areas in the metro where you can witness depressed communities. It isn't a claim as you can see them with your eyes. Sadly, in my country, there is a huge gap between the rich and the poor.
Not that BGC is located in a higher altitude compared to other cities but because it has an efficient state of the art flood control system that can suck thousands of gallons per second. Antipolo and Baguio city are of high altitude but both experience terrible flood during heavy rainfall.
@Sotanghon80 That's right. Besides the migrants and homelessness their problems include rats all over the New York subway, but pretty soon they will infest many homes and businesses like restaurants, etc. etc. The worst part is they are disease carriers.
So many homeless and illegal immigrants. Hard to go to the regular restrooms in the middle of TimeSquare due to homeless using and destroying their restrooms and even taking the toilet papers. They rather close down their restrooms than spending so much money to fix,clean and replace whatever had been taken from these establishments. Seriously!
ok... Just like the video stating Filipinos are more intelligent than Americans. You Filipinos can believe what you want to believe but it's a hell of a lot more comfortable here in the US. Homeless people by choice. I live in a $650,000 home, I have over 2 million in investments, and collect SSN as well. I was raised by a single mother and grew up poor. I educated myself and worked for the future as well as for the present. In the US, this can be done no matter what Filippinos state or people from other countries that don't like the idea of the power of American. TRUMP 2024!!!!!
Brian your video is awesome due to your writing. You have a new subscriber that comprehends 100% but my place for the past 17 years is Thailand. I’ve subbed and will keep an eye out for your videos. God speed brother!
I've lived in NYC metro area and there are places there where people relieve themselves on the street corners. It's a terrible sight and poverty in these sections of NYC is hard to digest. But it's there. Decades of Democrat policy haven't improved their lives, yet they keep voting for them over and over again, because the DEMS keep throwing them free chips especially during election year.
Fastest Developing Country that's the right Term with a Gross International Reserves of 1.2 Trillion Dollars for Only 2024 thanks to our Industrious Overseas Filipino Worker OFW s
YOU CAN SEE THE TRUE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE SLAM AREAS, BASECO, TONDO AND OTHER AREAS. GOAND SEE TO THE PROVINCES OF LUZON, VISAYAS AND MINDANAO. ITS REALLY VERY GOOD TO TELL AND KNOW THE TRUTH ABOUT THIRD WORLD LIVING. KNOW THE TRUTH AND THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE.
we are not 3rd world country. those are fake news. philippines is a free country. no slaves here. we filipinos are not slaves by money and time. we chill🤣 we are being love by our father the creator. we chill day and night. we eat and smile. we enjoy life. we are satisfied.
What defines a third world country? The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates.
What defines a third world country? The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates. I have a master's degree in Physics. And you???
@@toddeifert410 "The term Third World was coined in a very different time. In the wake of World War II, it seemed reasonable to classify nations as capitalist powers (the First World), communist countries (the Second World), and countries that are neither (the Third World). Current classifications will probably seem equally outdated in 70 years. But for now, there are developed nations, developing nations, and underdeveloped nations." It is being replaced with terms such as developing countries, least developed countries or the Global South. That's my point. UNCITAD and World Bank have moved away from the term due to multilateralism- in which some developing countries are emerging as economic powers. Southeast Asia has become a middle income region of almost 600 million people. Great, now put an effort the same way how you got your degree to update yourself in current terminologies.
Hi Brian I like your vlog, you nailed it the reality of the Philippines. I know you have a broad understanding of the differences of every country. Explore more bro. Have a good day.😊
You hit it on the head! As I have always mentioned about us and the Philippines as a whole,,,,WE WERE BORN NOT TO BE PERFECT BUT WE WERE BORN TO BE REAL!!
The Philippines may be a third world country but I believe it is by design. The Philippines will arise in the future to become a beacon of light for all nations. We are poor so that we may learn to be humble. We have meager income so that we may learn to be good stewards of money. We have menial jobs so that we may learn the value of perseverance.
Ulol😅😅😅 naniwala ka naman sa bayarang media, developing country? Ano nadevelop??? Puro corruption sa mga ganid na politiko, walang trabaho sa mga pilipino, under paid, minimum wages, maraming slum places, beggar, snatcher, addict, walang infrastructures project, tayo ata sa Sea Countries isa sa mga mahihirap na bansa. paniwala sa developing country? itanong mo yan kay Addict marcos.😅😅😅
This is one of my favorite vlogs of yours Brian! You literally nailed it! Yes! Although i live here in USA Colorado, Philippines will always be my birth home and you are right, Pilipinas is not about masking covering its flaws slums poor neighborhoods, what you see is what we are and i have traveled to to Detroit Michigan, Mississippi, New Orleans and homelessness and poor folks you will see only difference is you won't hear them talk about as much before than they do now because migrants crisis here have taken over cities like, New york , Chicago, California, Denver and turning them unto third world Countries! If you have time Brian watch what's going on here in USA, but people here are in for rude awakening because i dont think they know what living 3rd world is like! But you did truly best explaining our country!🎄 Merry Christmas❤🥰🇵🇭
What the F???? How can western people think THE PHILIPPINES all that negativity? they dont visit the philippines yet but they have full of negative idea about the Philippines…😢
I'm thinking about this for a long time now. Western countries or we call media tarnish Philippines name for decades. It's dangerous and so on... looking back in our history with Americans, I think it's because of the Filipinos who killed 50 Americans and as revenge, Americans killed 50,000 Filipinos. I think it started that way as well as Philippines drove Americans away in 1990 from their American bases here in Philippines. My opinion just why we are as a nation dislike by media and western world.
Some Western people especially the Europeans does not prefer or like the Philippines in their travel destination, it's not their type that's why but i think it depends in the kind of tourist coming from and their preference but when it comes to Americans and Canadians, they like the Philippines much because of their preference...
Poverty is present in all countries. Other countries are just good at hiding it. We can't be all rich and living a luxurious life. Somewhere out there, there will always be some guy trying to scrounge food inside a dumpster. That's just how it is. Tough luck.
The country has different wealth and development in its different part just like how they have different cultures and languages in different regions and provinces
You are telling your narrative in a poetic way like listening to an audio book. It is not a third world country, far from it. Watching from NYC living in a rat race in a never ending cycle. I can't wait to go back.
There are many Filipinos who try to live or at least see other countries, and as a tourist its an excellent experience. But as a Filipino living in another country I realized how beautiful Philippines is, specially the kindness of the people. And you sir Brian, have a very beautiful heart and I love your clear wisdom secretly well hidden on those lyrical words of yours
So what do YOU think?
Is Philippines 3rd World?
🤷♀️
No
nope it's a fuckin developing country man?check out Philippines GDP its rising,but not only that? New Manila international aiirport on going,subway on going as well etc....check I out!
a BIG NO
BGC and Manila (Makati) is 1% of the Philippines. Your experience/perspective is based on a small part of the Philippines. IMO your perspective is very naive and one of privilege. It is a third world country, with high infant mortality rates (4x higher than the U.S.), with slums that pale in comparison to what we perceive as "slums" here in the U.S. Sure, it's a developing nation, education is more available, and things are getting better. But the infrastructure outside of the bubble of BGC in the poorer parts of the Philippines is very rough. Older areas of Manila are completely flooded anytime there's a heavy rain. There are brownouts in many areas of the Philippines on a weekly basis. First rate medical care is only available to those with money and live in a big city. I have relatives that live in Mindanao who can't get basic care for dental, or get proper insulin medication, because its so expensive for them. Many of them don't even have flushing toilets. If you think the Philippines is a 1st world county, go ahead and drink water out of the tap. You wouldn't even do that in Makati or BGC unless you have a filter system installed. I can guarantee you are drinking bottled water everyday.
Nope, I have seen far worse.
From my perspective as an American who lived in the Philippines for nearly 3 years traveling around the country with my beautiful Filipina girlfriend during that time, I have to say the Philippines very pleasantly surprised me! The people are beautiful, friendly souls, the culture is very unique and grows on you, the water, mountains, and beaches are unbelievable and the malls are out of this world and unlike anything in the US. They are like miniature cities with parks, fountains, flowered terraces and more restaurants, shops, banks, salons and movie theaters than you could imagine. The food is quite good although not even close to being on par with Thailand. The infrastructure is spotty but okay. It’s not perfect but it’s much more enjoyable than people can imagine. I love the Philippines and its people! It’s a developing country, not third world.
Yes, very much a developing country, and not a third world, very well said, sir...👍
So glad to hear you're all having fun in my country that I love. I wish I could walk under the rain with all of you. Be safe ;& God bless ❤
PHILLIPINES is not Poor many foriegners love Philippines
But some PILIPINOS always criticize their own country 😂😂😂
You watched you will love Philippines 😂😂😂
@@houseoffavorwithtita I do love the Philippines. ❤️ That’s why I stayed for 3 years.
Let's be honest, every country has a bad and a good side, the world is full of foolishness, greed and craziness. You've been for 1 year enjoying the cheap prices living like somebody, come on.
I've lived in Hawaii and I love it and then came the Philippines where I have spent my life in the last 3 years now. The Philippines is closest I can call home after Hawaii and I love it here. One of the best decisions I've made.
Mabuhay💯❤️🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊
Before i came to the US, i thought life here is always sweet and all people are rich. My eyes were opened to the reality 4 years after when I started working for human services where i realized that USA being a well known progressive country, has a lot of impoverished people and families, uneducated, dirty homes (in and out), street beggars and homeless people. I realized that wherever you are, whether 3rd world or 1st world, there is always a problem. No perfect world. I still work in the human services side, and i know how real life here in the US. Philippines just happen to have higher poverty cases. People are nicer in the Philippines than the US, in my honest opinion.
Did you ever go to Sweden? I want you to come here and see how a country with very little poverty looks like.
@@djperryboy i think europe is the next middle east,and sweden is not the way it used to be,rape murder, pick pockets etc... thanks to the muslim immigrants destroying western cultures and values
Where the heck did you live?? Been in the US for 61 years and I only run into these types of areas in low income (very low), housing developments. Have you seen the true middle and upper class areas? Just open your eyes.
Hmmmm all these earthly things are just temporary in your life. When you are gone from this world you can’t take even nano % of your wealth. Most importantly you are happy physically and spiritually. ❤❤❤
I really love my Beloved country/ my Inang Bayan
@@toddeifert410 ummm...english is not my first language nor l live in english speaking country for 61 years, but i clearly understand what the person is saying. He/she didn't say the whole america, but a lot in america. And the person is working in a human services so he/she probably saw a lot of poverty in america than you do. And he/she pointed that either you live in 1st or 3rd country, poverty is always there.
I’m a filipino working &living in italy…..but i still loved to go back to my country and lived there❤
As a filipino i just wanna say thanks man for doing this kind of video and for appreciating Philippines more thankyou brother🙂
My experience exactly 😅then I told myself 7 years ago, to hell with the NYC 🇺🇸corporate world 🌎 Have a beautiful home 🏠 North of Manila in Bulacan and living my best life ❤Stay blessed 😇 my friend
Happy for you!!
Where in Bulacan are you I'm in SJDMB
Philippines is the most beautiful n unique country in this world...i'm proud of being pinoy🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭✌
Very matabang. Very prideful.
Thank you Brian for saying the world the real Philippines. Take care and God Bless.
" WHATEVER THEY SAY BECAUSE THEY'RE JUST JEALOUS , PHILIPPINES IS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY AND ITS REALLY MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES
Yes, I agree with you 100% jealousy is the culprit why they bash the Philippines and probably some men have had experiences with girls they 'befriended'.😛
Hindi lng nila matanggao na nakakangat na Ang pilipinas ayaw nilang maungusan
@@cirilobarrera9053 I totally agree. People are jealous of the quality of life and the overall, friendly atmosphere. Don't get me started on the healthcare. Healthcare in the US is medication based. Nothing natural, just pills. 🤦🏾♂️
They're not jealous but protective because the only true safe place in ph is BGC and malls all owned and made by private companies and not government. Private companies works = beautiful, good and safe. Ph government works = ugly, bad, dangerous
ITS MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES
Everywhere there are people like that but am still proud of being a Filipinos!
I am glad that there are positive development in my country and hope it will continue for more years until majority of Filipinos can already feel some degree of comfort.
Grateful for tourists and content creators who come and explore what my country can offer.
Thank you.
Thanks Brian, we've been portrayed as lowly or mediocre, but woe to those who doesn't know any better 💕
Who doesn't like this man? He's smiling all throughout the video. Also, I love his way narrations.
Very true indeed.,well said.
The smiles, acceptance, accommodation and total lack of racial discrimination makes the Philippines even more free than other nations that say that they have freedom.
I hate hearing from those who always say the Philippines is a third world country. Many foreigners say that because some some bloggers only feature the negative side of our country. What if I am a blogger also ,and show you the negative sides of your country. Even the richest country have these people like they see in my country, like homeless people , garbage , crimes, etc. Hiw do you feel?
Well the Philippines is third world. Most nations on Earth are. Also informed since the USSR no longer exist, there is no such thing as Second World Country.
We are developing country. We no longer belong to third world country. Let's start believing in that.
True Australia is not perfect either. Stupid government.
😂😂
The Philippines belong to the world. A rich in culture , tradition , food to taste and the worlds most famous beaches that that the whole world is dreaming to visit and explore. Conde Nast traveller, Travel and leisure magazine , Vogue etc. write stories about this nation Philippines.
Read them now. Major changes dude.
I love this guy's logic in life....he's the man I would want to have a decent and intimately intelligent conversation with.
That's so true about people giving their opinions about places they've never been to. I had a boss who, after hearing me tell my coworkers about how Boracay was the best beach I'd ever been to, dismissed me condescendingly with "Ah, yeah right: I don't know about THAT." Meanwhile, he had never even been out of the US and had not experienced any nice beach outside of the tri-state area.
Thanks for your content - keep the videos coming!
My experience exactly 😅then I told myself 7 years, to hell with the NYC 🇺🇸corporate world 🌎 and left for the Philippines 🇵🇭 Have a beautiful home 🏠 in Bulacan North of Manila and living my best life…Oh, I do go back once every year. Stay blessed 😇 my friend
I love Boracay too. It's my favorite travel destination. ❤
Sounds a typical normie npc
You got it right,Brian! No matter where you go, from 1st world country to a 3rd world country,what matters most is where your heart is happy and accepted of being who you are!That depends on you if you feed your friends with such, you met the first time.Sometimes,your instinct would tell you
They are just jealous because the Philippines is so many things you do it's your choice wherever you go Its all beautiful
The Philippines is one big over crowded rubbish dump
Your government, slums and bad infrastructure are not beautiful
Yeah, I am so jealous of the pollution and trash. The BS of the people. You are just so lucky!!! How about the internet constantly loosing connection and the power out. Only can drink bottled water. Yep, jealous I am!!!
Losing* @@toddeifert410
Philippines is a fast developing country on earth, on track to become 1st world country. Philippines rainy season is from June to August and Spring season from September to October and Cold season is from November to February and summer season is from March to May.. Philippines has 4 diff climate weather.
Its not. Stop lying because anyone can just fact check you by simply googling a
You're one of those frog in a small pond
@@Verk- huh?
@@joekerrvatsi188 its not meant to you lol
@@joekerrvatsi188 I'm not lying duh that's the fact! your just envious to the beautiful & progressive Philippines you will research so you will know ok! Envious!
Salamat Po! I'm living here in OKC and I can't wait to go home and retired there for good and enjoy the beautiful islands of Philippines. ❤
Just viewed this for the first time. You just told it the way it should be told Brian.. from actual personal experience. So thank you from us Filipinos. From a senior citizen.
Thank you for appreciating our country. ❤❤
Philippines is a developing country, some people judge Philippines, but they never step in the land of The Philippines
thank you for loving our country.
thanks Brian for telling the world about my country Philppines🇵🇭❤
Phls is a second world country according to World Bank. Slums are all over the world and not a monopoly of the Phls only.
AMEN !!!!!!!!!!!
Are you sure of that??? 2nd world term doesn't exists anymore, its still holds its stereotype title(3rd world, poor country etc.)but in a developing level now...
Thank you for loving Bonifacio Global City the way we do......... so nice to have someone put it in words.
Narrative is deep ❤ thank you for that 🇵🇭 thank you for loving my country appreciate that
I really appreciate how you paint the picture of our country to those who have not been here 😊
Hope you get to stay longer than you initially plan. And yeah poverty is everywhere but that should not stop us from knowing the people more the place.
Thank you!!!
Thank for appreciating the beauty of our country.. ❤❤❤God bless you
I just got back from visiting my family and yes Philippines is third world country but first class in its culture friendliness and resilience. We are a happy hardworking bunch of people
Hard working.....?
@@toddeifert410Oo naman! Lalo na ang mga Ilocano!!! Tho may iilan na sadyang batugan.
Thank you for telling the world how beautiful the Philippines is and how nice, friendly, and kind the pilipino people are.
Oh your words... Watching this video felt like listening to write ups from a Travel blog from 15 years ago, when traveling wasn't as "mainstream" as it is now, this is probably the best thing I heard in so long, somehow it sparks something in me, actually makes me want to listen more so I just subscribed. Listening to you felt like I was watching Anthony Bourdain in one of his travel shows - nowadays, it's hard to find travel vloggers that produce good write ups for their vlogs. Thanks for inspiration. I really needed this Today 😌
For.me Philippines is the best.place to live .This is my Paradise ...If youu fell in love in the Philippines many foriegneer cant get away with a trap of what they call Paradise...
Third world country is a geopolitical term, not an economic term. First world countries belong to US and allied forces. 2nd world countries belong to USSR and axis forces. Third world countries are those that remained neutral.
What defines a third world country?
The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates.
WRONG again.
Your narrative goes beyond just your personal experience - it beautifully reflects how we all navigate life and its challenges in different ways. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Brian
Thanks for sharing.. first time viewer. Now following.
I retired early two yrs ago and decided to go back home to my hometown of Cebu and Bohol. Best decision I've made since living in the states for a long time. Now each day is beach day 😎 😂
Thanks for Sharing 🩵🌈🙌👌 From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺 🇵🇭
Thank you! For loving the Philippines.
Keep safe! And God bless!....
thank you for promoting the Philippines
Thank you for your nice, kind words to my motherland, 🇵🇭 ! We, Filipinos are trying to be relevant to the world! Since kids we were thought to be nice, kind, resilient and respectful of other people. Filipinos or otherwise! Sure there are bad fellas but they exist even in G7 countries where I am now. But as Filipinos, we love to enjoy life, we always find time to relax and be happy in our own littlest way. Having said that, I wish you a wonderful stay there, you will be safe in BGC for sure, be happy, stay safe and enjoy life whenever you can! 😅 ✌️🇵🇭 ❤
Your the only American likes to used the umbrella. It’s good to live in the Philippines if you’re working remotely. It’s understandable that ppl in the U.S does not know anything about the Philippines. Same that Guam n Saipan a U.S territory but very seldom ppl know this U.S territories.
Wow this is the most wholesome and real thing i heard. So beautiful❤
*** It's not a Third World Country. It's a Developing Country. Even you check it online. But the most important we still can preserve our natural 7, 600 plus beautiful islands. And it's paradise!!!
3rd world and developing country has the same meaning. And no its not a paradise when more than half of its citizens are in poverty. Its just well hidden from foreigners like the one in this video.
@ella-c4p6r From a developing country to a Newly Industrialized Country, the Philippines is since the year 2022.
It’s good to be open minded❤ Philippine is a real freedom as long we have good attitude and good kind heart 🙏🇵🇭 I miss my Davao City. From Alaska here. New subscribers here ❤
Content creation par excellence. Deep and real.😊
God Bless you Brian you are doing your best .Philippines is more fun enjoy.stress free.
It is a developing country but there is a big discrepancy between the rich and the poor. It needs to address the high unemployment and underemployment rate, poor health care and social services, education, security, infrastructures such as sewage and transportation, discrimination, ageism, and environmental issues such as waste management and water supply among other things. There is also a high crime rate including murder, robbery, rape and sexual assault, and drug addiction. Many corrupt officials use their guns and money to intimidate people! I hope that someday, I can retire in my own country not worrying about these problems.
There is huge CORRUPTION in the Republic of the Philippines. In there national religion, in there weak political system. Political DYNASTIES are ruling the country. Many people DON'T all the very truth about Philippines. Look to the slums and provinces there you can see the TRUE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES. NOT IN MANILA AND MAKATI AND IN TAGUIG. GO TO THE PROVINCES. AND YOU CAN SEE THE REALITY.
Unemployment is at the lowest since 2005
🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭...we valued not only wealth but love ones(families)..
I love story telling, message is clear. Hopefully you will inspire more people, not only to visit the Philippines but to make people realized that there are better place outside US or Europe. BGC is a very nice but its not the best part of the country. Explore more and will know what I mean. Cheers!!
Awesome well said, continue doing your journey have fun God bless you.
Travel to Siargao, its a Paradise Island! The "curse" might get you. Then you'll keep going back coz of the kindness, hospitality, culture and outdoor activities😊
Thank you for loving our country. Watching from Tagbilaran City, Bohol. Your new subscriber too
The place you visited is a posh district in NCR. There are many areas in the metro where you can witness depressed communities. It isn't a claim as you can see them with your eyes. Sadly, in my country, there is a huge gap between the rich and the poor.
Always take care Brian. It's nice to see you here.
BGC is in a higher elevation. It will not experience flooding unlike other parts of NC R or national capital region. It's nice to live there.
Not that BGC is located in a higher altitude compared to other cities but because it has an efficient state of the art flood control system that can suck thousands of gallons per second. Antipolo and Baguio city are of high altitude but both experience terrible flood during heavy rainfall.
BGC formerly Fort Bonifacio / Fort McKinley in McKinley Hill during American Colony.
@@nardski1000
That's it..
GIGANTIC deep pit..
Huge pumps to get rid of it to the river direct..
Glad you liked it here!
Thanks for SHARING your experience to the WORLD.... LOVE YOU BRO. KEEP SAFE & HEALTHY.... GODBLESS AS ALL...💖🙏🙏🙏💪👍
To the world?? How many people do you think watch this dude's videos?
A new subcriber, okie from Oklahoma! Sincerely, Formerly Filipina.
Ano problema mas nakakahiya sa America na ang yaman pero ang damimg homeless. Pati subway may mga daga.
@Sotanghon80 That's right. Besides the migrants and homelessness their problems include rats all over the New York subway, but pretty soon they will infest many homes and businesses like restaurants, etc. etc. The worst part is they are disease carriers.
At Meron pang Isang city sa america na puro adik Ang tao at nasa kalsada pa na parang zombie
@@NormaDavid-jb6cy- it’s in Kensington, Philadelphia
So many homeless and illegal immigrants. Hard to go to the regular restrooms in the middle of TimeSquare due to homeless using and destroying their restrooms and even taking the toilet papers. They rather close down their restrooms than spending so much money to fix,clean and replace whatever had been taken from these establishments. Seriously!
ok... Just like the video stating Filipinos are more intelligent than Americans. You Filipinos can believe what you want to believe but it's a hell of a lot more comfortable here in the US. Homeless people by choice. I live in a $650,000 home, I have over 2 million in investments, and collect SSN as well. I was raised by a single mother and grew up poor. I educated myself and worked for the future as well as for the present. In the US, this can be done no matter what Filippinos state or people from other countries that don't like the idea of the power of American. TRUMP 2024!!!!!
Brian your video is awesome due to your writing. You have a new subscriber that comprehends 100% but my place for the past 17 years is Thailand. I’ve subbed and will keep an eye out for your videos. God speed brother!
Keep it going.. Very Useful info
Thanks my friend to explore my country mabuhay!!!!
I've lived in NYC metro area and there are places there where people relieve themselves on the street corners. It's a terrible sight and poverty in these sections of NYC is hard to digest. But it's there. Decades of Democrat policy haven't improved their lives, yet they keep voting for them over and over again, because the DEMS keep throwing them free chips especially during election year.
Hi! To be honest, i really love your point of view my brother. I'm a new subscriber.
Good luck, and wishing you all the best 😊
Fastest Developing Country that's the right Term with a Gross International Reserves of 1.2 Trillion Dollars for Only 2024 thanks to our Industrious Overseas Filipino Worker OFW s
YOU CAN SEE THE TRUE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE SLAM AREAS, BASECO, TONDO AND OTHER AREAS. GOAND SEE TO THE PROVINCES OF LUZON, VISAYAS AND MINDANAO. ITS REALLY VERY GOOD TO TELL AND KNOW THE TRUTH ABOUT THIRD WORLD LIVING. KNOW THE TRUTH AND THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE.
That’s right every country had their own poor in USA those big cities are crazy .
And you'd be surprised to hear our fellow neighboring Southeast Asian countries badmouthing the Philippines as if they're superior in all aspects.
Well they are.....
Enjoyed listening to this eloquent narrative about my country & it’s people 😅
we are not 3rd world country. those are fake news. philippines is a free country. no slaves here. we filipinos are not slaves by money and time. we chill🤣 we are being love by our father the creator. we chill day and night. we eat and smile. we enjoy life. we are satisfied.
Yeah .. ph is not a 3rd world country because it is 4th if not 5th world country!
@@boogieman4170 actually its 99th and we doesnt care if foreign view us as the worst country. the thing is we are happy and contented.
👌🤙🌞 I've Lived in the Philippines 5+, yrs. Never have I been treated poorly.
3rd World country is a Europians Myth ....
Our land is rich of Gold ...fertile soil ,and beautifuñ oceans
What defines a third world country?
The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates.
Thank you for being honest and enjoy your life....
Educated people don't use the term "3rd world" anymore.
Agree. The philippines is a middle income country. This is how the world bank defines economies and countries.
What defines a third world country?
The modern definition of “Third World” is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the “third world” are generally characterized by (1) high rates of poverty, (2) economic and/or political instability, and (3) high mortality rates.
I have a master's degree in Physics. And you???
@@toddeifert410 "The term Third World was coined in a very different time. In the wake of World War II, it seemed reasonable to classify nations as capitalist powers (the First World), communist countries (the Second World), and countries that are neither (the Third World).
Current classifications will probably seem equally outdated in 70 years. But for now, there are developed nations, developing nations, and underdeveloped nations."
It is being replaced with terms such as developing countries, least developed countries or the Global South. That's my point. UNCITAD and World Bank have moved away from the term due to multilateralism- in which some developing countries are emerging as economic powers. Southeast Asia has become a middle income region of almost 600 million people.
Great, now put an effort the same way how you got your degree to update yourself in current terminologies.
Enjoy your life. Amazing life experience 😊
Yep you’re right brother, Philippines is the best country in the world and the people are kind and hospitable!!! That makes the Philippines genuine!!!
Hi Brian I like your vlog, you nailed it the reality of the Philippines. I know you have a broad understanding of the differences of every country. Explore more bro. Have a good day.😊
I think your smile satisfies what's wondering in your mind about the philippines,maybe.
You hit it on the head! As I have always mentioned about us and the Philippines as a whole,,,,WE WERE BORN NOT TO BE PERFECT BUT WE WERE BORN TO BE REAL!!
u r right Brian just enjoy ur life n enjoy ur stay in the Philippines👍❤️
The Philippines may be a third world country but I believe it is by design. The Philippines will arise in the future to become a beacon of light for all nations. We are poor so that we may learn to be humble. We have meager income so that we may learn to be good stewards of money. We have menial jobs so that we may learn the value of perseverance.
Well said my friend…enjoy life life is good and of course enjoy the Philippines 🇵🇭 😊
1st, 2nd, 3rd is passe designation. Nowadays it’s developed, developing, underdeveloped.
Loved this VIDEO ❤
Philippines is first in the world. Such as miss universe , singing artist , boxing , scientists , beaches ,islands ,etc.
Our beaches polluted with plastic junk. I love how pinoys believe their own lies
Scientists?
And because of that new subscriber's here❤
Philippines is not a 3rd. World country, it's a developing country.
Ulol😅😅😅 naniwala ka naman sa bayarang media, developing country? Ano nadevelop??? Puro corruption sa mga ganid na politiko, walang trabaho sa mga pilipino, under paid, minimum wages, maraming slum places, beggar, snatcher, addict, walang infrastructures project, tayo ata sa Sea Countries isa sa mga mahihirap na bansa. paniwala sa developing country? itanong mo yan kay Addict marcos.😅😅😅
This is one of my favorite vlogs of yours Brian! You literally nailed it! Yes! Although i live here in USA Colorado, Philippines will always be my birth home and you are right, Pilipinas is not about masking covering its flaws slums poor neighborhoods, what you see is what we are and i have traveled to to Detroit Michigan, Mississippi, New Orleans and homelessness and poor folks you will see only difference is you won't hear them talk about as much before than they do now because migrants crisis here have taken over cities like, New york , Chicago, California, Denver and turning them unto third world Countries! If you have time Brian watch what's going on here in USA, but people here are in for rude awakening because i dont think they know what living 3rd world is like! But you did truly best explaining our country!🎄 Merry Christmas❤🥰🇵🇭
All your video you put Philippines as 3rd world country. What is your point?
Stating facts. It's a 3rd world country
All I see is a look of a happy man. Thank you for your honesty about slums in different parts of the world.
What the F???? How can western people think THE PHILIPPINES all that negativity? they dont visit the philippines yet but they have full of negative idea about the Philippines…😢
I'm thinking about this for a long time now. Western countries or we call media tarnish Philippines name for decades. It's dangerous and so on... looking back in our history with Americans, I think it's because of the Filipinos who killed 50 Americans and as revenge, Americans killed 50,000 Filipinos. I think it started that way as well as Philippines drove Americans away in 1990 from their American bases here in Philippines. My opinion just why we are as a nation dislike by media and western world.
They are jealous which is why they feel negative about the country.
Some Western people especially the Europeans does not prefer or like the Philippines in their travel destination, it's not their type that's why but i think it depends in the kind of tourist coming from and their preference but when it comes to Americans and Canadians, they like the Philippines much because of their preference...
@@marijolivitzky4336 Jealous of what? Your responses should be more specific.
Thanks for your nice review of my country. We are just friendly n kind people!
Poverty is present in all countries. Other countries are just good at hiding it. We can't be all rich and living a luxurious life. Somewhere out there, there will always be some guy trying to scrounge food inside a dumpster. That's just how it is. Tough luck.
The country has different wealth and development in its different part just like how they have different cultures and languages in different regions and provinces
You are telling your narrative in a poetic way like listening to an audio book. It is not a third world country, far from it. Watching from NYC living in a rat race in a never ending cycle. I can't wait to go back.
There are many Filipinos who try to live or at least see other countries, and as a tourist its an excellent experience. But as a Filipino living in another country I realized how beautiful Philippines is, specially the kindness of the people. And you sir Brian, have a very beautiful heart and I love your clear wisdom secretly well hidden on those lyrical words of yours