There was a time when the view at mines view was really stunning. Back in the 80s there weren't many houses back then. And all you could really see is trees as far as the eye can see. And the mines itself but having seen what it is now, no thanks. There are a lot of beautiful places to see in Baguio. I miss the pine trees tho pine trees was plentiful then as pine trees was what made Baguio different from other places in the Philippines. Still I'm enjoying the Baguio vlogs hope to get back there in the coming days.
@@arnieljovero1008 true, it’s becoming less attractive to visit Baguio,like session is so far different now,over populated,I studied there in Baguio for several years in the early 1980’s.
Thank you Marshall for showing our old haunts when I and my family were still residing, doing business, and our kids were studying in Baguio some years ago. One of the best places in the country for people with stable income. In our tropical country with long hot season and suffocating humidity, nothing beats the free aircon environment in Baguio. And the fresh vegetables and fruits make for healthful living.
Baguio has become very crowded and during peak tourist season, traffic jams are a big problem and also parking space. If you look down over the view deck fence of Mines View Park, there are tons of plastic trash thrown over by tourists that are lodged in the cliff-side greenery. The management should really look into that as below the viewpoint are residential houses and that's where all the garbage would go and then in time, it would just become a big trash pit. I do hope things will get better with more environmental awareness, education and programs.
My Filipina wife and I are so envious of your wonderful visit to Baguio -- but also so happy you're enjoying yourself and sharing it with the world, especially at this time. We visited Baguio in 2011... and had no lines or waiting to get into the Good Shepherd convent then. Cheers from the USA!
Thank you sir for vlogging my place . Hope you'll come back again next time . Try also up north Atok and Buguias which are the capital producers of vegetable and flowers then proceed to Sagada ,Mt.Province.
There's a lot of improvements in Mine's View, but I rather want it to be as natural as before...hahaha, that's how we usually say it when the nature calls, number 1 or number 2? Thanks for sharing Baguio again to us.
The 1st time that I've ever watched your vlog was when you went to Baguio for the 1st time. From then on I've been following all of your vlogs & I've really enjoyed watching them. In your 2nd time in Baguio I've observed in your comments that you were not that satisfied. Baguio this days is already populated unlike before and many people from other places go there specially on holidays.If you want to have a peaceful & quiet athmosphere, go somewhere else in the nearby towns of Baguio like in Atok Benguet where you could visit the Northern Blossom Flower Farm & other scenic places.The places you've visited are mostly commercialized & over crowded. If you'll be going to Baguio again try to visit Ben Cab Museum in Asin Road. It has a cafe where you can eat after you've seen all the creative works of art. For me, Camp John Hay is stiil the best place to go in Baguio next is the Philippine Military Academy. I wished you just bought your ube pasalubong at Tamtamco's which is just located in the city's public market. It's of the same or better quality from that of Good Shepherd's.
You can buy Strawberry jams by Burnham Park and fresh strawberries, or blueberry jams too made from blueberries grown in Baguio too. There are some in the public market too. I bought mine there before.
We took pictures with the St. Bernard dogs at mines view park. 200 pesos for getting several selfies during that time. They also sold t-shirts, Strawberry jams, ube jams, blueberries, igorot made carvings, rugs, carpets, necklaces, rings, earrings, lamps, others. Ice cream stands, fruit juices, bean curd taho, snacks, peanuts, peanut brittle of various sizes and containers
Gone are the days when all you can see at mine's view were the mountains of pine trees and sunflowers..Now the mountains are full of houses.I always buy ube jam,lengua and strawberry jam in good shepherd whenever we're in baguio.Nice vlog sir...
Mines View is better looking in the past than now. There were less houses built on the hills so the scenery was fantastic. Thanks for the update Mr Butters ✌️❤️🙏
The english equivalent would be souvenirs, I know it doesn't mean gifts for others exactly, but they're brought back and either kept or given as gifts to friends an family.,
Next time, you should also get the 'alfajor' from Good Shepherd's. Not many people know about it but everyone who gets to try it (or those who we give them to) love it!
yes! good shepherd is for leni-kiko 🌸 btw great content as always! if you want a nice sunset view in baguio with less people visit mirador heritage park.
After Baguio, you should try visiting La Union.. It's only 1hour drive away.. And from la union it takes only 3hours going to vigan.. You would not regret it.. Promise..
If you strolled to the right side of that Good Shepherd counter you could have had a beautiful view of the valley down the mountain. Strawberry Jam is their best seller. 😉🍓
to appreciate mines view....better be there when less people is around...that would be early mornings...and now its even bad timing coz its nearing the Flower festival season....so more tourist is travelling to the city.....nways thanks for this vlog.
wow been to baguio thrice first was in the late 70s and last time was in the late 90s im 54yrs old now. i guesing its more naturally prestine back then. Been to good sheperd, mines view, burnham, ph military academy, strawberry fields etc....the kennon rd ride and the horseback riding was a highligh of our family trip.
kinda relate to yur comment bout mines views as a kid i was quite fascinated how overhyped n underwhelming it is, went there there thrice never fails to underwhelm me...maybe bcoz its always overcrowded... must be diferent situation in the 1940s to early 70s...
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 very much so :) I'm sorry you had to miss out on the Peanut butter and brittle. The gardens are also excellent to look at. If you get a chance you might want to do a piece on Yamashitas gold. Rumour has it Japanese gold is buried somewhere in Baguio
Hi Sir Marshall!! Glad tO see yOu again here!! Hope yOu're still enjOying your stay here in our city!! May yOur troubles be less and your blessings be mOre🙏🇵🇭🌲Take Care!
If you have time, you may want to try and go to Mt. Kalugong, the east wall or mountain in La Trinidad, to view the "Salad Bowl of the Philippines" the La Trinidad valley, and maybe on the other side of the mountain. There's no need to hike because a car can go near the top, but no public transport. There's also a restaurant on top that serves some native food, assuming they're open. If you haven't noticed, the La Trinidad valley is inside like a gigantic crater, it's almost completely walled in by mountains.
Oh no! Ran out of strawberry jam...always a fave pasalubong coming from Baguio. I remember the days when I was there during College days & in the 90's. . Enjoy Mr Butters.
Wow i see there s a lot of Changes now there in baguio, thanks to your Vlog marshall, i really envy your having such a wonderful time there in the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Cant wait for your next Vlog, Stay Safe
The area you see from Mines View is the municipality of Itogon, the mining district. Indigenous Peoples (IPs) of the Cordillera practiced artisanal/ small scale mining prior to the arrival of Spaniards. According to an elder, in the olden times the river of Agno glistens. True enough, they did surface mining by gold panning where gold dusts of high grade thrive in the rivers. The Spaniards failed to control the Cordilleras and the mines. On the other hand, American soldiers studied the reports of Spanish regiments and successfully determined where the mine sites are. In 1905 the big scale mining operations owned by Americans started in the area. At one point in time, 13 mining companies operated in Itogon alone. The Igorots allowed the Americans to mine underground while the Igorots continued their farming and cattle raising on the surface. Little did they know that eventually, water tables will be destroyed, and mine tailings polluted and killed the rivers. Thus rice farming, gardening and cattle raising were ruined. Open pit mining (OPM) techniques were introduced early in 1990s but refused by 6 out of 7 barangays. It took only five years for the open pit to operate while indigenous communities in Barangay Loacan were displaced, burial grounds desecrated, schools, churches and residences were eased out. Mountains were flattened out, forests gone together with the disappearance of the wildlife - civet cats, monitor lizard, owls, wild birds and many more. In late 1990s, gold prices dipped down and some companies ceased operations. Three large-scale mining companies still hold on to their lease contracts. Today, small-scale mining (or camote mining) continues but some have incorporated the use of chemicals introduced by large scale mines - cyanide and mercury. More envi friendly indigenous techniques persist though. Eventually, some areas were developed as subdivisions down below the Mines View. The value of the gold in the mountains you see is immense but luckily, communities would rather preserve the integrity of their environment though much has been degraded. The primary mineral is copper and gold. Where you have copper, you have gold. Where you have gold you have silver - thus the silver jewelry industry in Baguio thrived before. The Mining operations which started in 1905, gave way for the Americans to develop Baguio City - the Summer Capital of the Philippines- because during summer the American colonial government will hold their Sessions in Baguio. Architect Burnham envisioned and designed the city only for 20,000 population back then - so roads are narrow and now we see traffic jams. - Go visit the Baguio Museum to get more information. Thanks, your viewers learn from your vlogs. And by the way, for the info of many, small-scale mining contributes more to the coffers of Philippine Central Bank. As to why some large scale mines stopped, according to the IP elder, when the indigenous communities were threatened by eviction and saw the destruction of the ancestral lands due to big mines, they cursed the corporate mines and eventually, nature spirits decided to hide the gold.
hey marshall this is the same day we are there, actually i saw you entering the mines view park, at 12:04 of your video timeline i saw my kids waiting for me, standing in front of a restaurant..hoping you would be back for the panagbenga flower festival..we will be there again last weekend of march..same location where you stayed 😊😊
Good Sheperd its different now with all this pandemic hope it will go to normal. Mines view no entrance fee before...was there 2019. Taxi hope you have a ride...:)
Marshall, there a quaint spot nearby Mines view, Outlook Drive, specifically around the area of Mines View Park Hotel. It's a nice quiet area away from the Mines View crowd, ideal for an early morning walk and also has a nice view. There was a 200 year-old pine tree there in Outlook Drive, I believe it was one of the oldest pine trees in Baguio, sadly it got uprooted and washed away during a storm back in 2018.
Mines View Park really should have some information on what mines (or mining areas) are in your view and a bit of history on the mines so you have some idea what you're looking at. At least kids catching thrown coins on the slope below aren't allowed any more.
Since 2000, Not much of a change in Mines view, we always go there to Baguio whenever we have a new model of car to test, Baguio is one of the road test routes of most car manufacturers in the Philippines because of its high elevation. Since you are already in Baguio might as well proceed to Vigan it's about 4 hours from Baguio. You have so much to explore in Ilocos Area.
@marshal, the view in miner's cabin is better than mines view. Also very quiet, cozy, it has that local feel to it; not the typical restaurant vibe, also not an eatery vibe.
yep Mine's View is a tourist trap. been going there with my family since I was little and I always felt underwhelmed lol. there's better view of the mountains at the PMA and it's not crowded.
It was a nice content sir marshall..we were there last dec2021..was the st bernard dog absent?on mines view?btw,mines view stores are selling the good shperd ube jam for 500php wherein u wont be queing up a line anymore..same price at the palengke...u didn’t browse the restos infront of minesview-they serve bulalo& sizzling sisig..stay safe sir..enjoy ur stay..
Marshall, there's a famous fine arts artist who owns an art gallery in Baguio. It's a really nice place to see and visit. Try asking around. Sorry I forgot the name of that artist.
Had you walked to the right side (when facing the Good Shepherd’s shop) towards the end of the parking lot, you would have seen scenery comparable or even better than that of Mine's View Park. The garden is not really that great, in my opinion. Aside from the ube jam, Alfajores (similar to Argentinian cookies and Russian tea cookies) are the best at Good Shepherd's. I hope you get to buy the raisin bread and banana bread of Baguio Country Club which has a kiosk at SM Baguio, get there in the morning as these goodies are in high demand. Safe travels.
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 I see. Perhaps when all of these outrageous restrictions are lifted both sides of Good Shepherd will be open to the public. Mine’s View Park is crowded no longer worth the trip, the view at The Manor and Good Shepherd are great alternatives. Best of luck on your vlog.
Next stop is for you to witness the Cadet's Show in the PMA Philippine Military Academy. If they still do that during Sundays around 930AM. If you can chance upon Great Taste AGAIN before you leave Baguio, have a take away of the Crispy Pata (ask them to chop it) and pastries (go for Blueberry Cheesecaske)
Hi Marshall as previously mentioned i prefer Baguio City of the old. Baguio city now is ugly, crowded and lacks urban planning. Mines View Park in olden times was beautiful and calm and no houses in those hills. Now it is ugly and noisy. As i said Philippines is good at destroying places and making it ugly. We are not aesthetically inclined. Besides the cooler climes it is mostly for local tourist now in my opinion. I hope the local government address the issue of urban planning and rebeautification of Baguio City and bring it back to its former glory.
@@iflipover I agree it is all over the Philippines but Baguio City is one of the most visited place and it is really getting bad. Hope they can do something about it.
I was at the Good Shepherd & Mines View back in '95 and i can see it's now really become a tourist trap; it doesn't seem enjoyable or relaxing to go there but at least you've experienced it; stay safe, Marshall! I don't know if you still have time but i remember a Wright Park and of course the summer presidential palace; check them out if you can.
Souvenirs are usually things one buys for one's self. The word Pasalubong has a meaning that we just don't have a word for in English. That's why I joked about co opting it. Anyway, thanks as usual for your comment my friend.
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 I agree with you on that, thanks very much for your reply, we always love watching your videos and missing those wonderful videos about the Philippines, more power Mr. Marshal, we are your big fans in Beijing. 😊
I'm surprised you haven't visited BenCab museum. If it's relaxing views you're after, their garden and surrounding woods have those in spades. And the owner purposely bought the neighboring hill to preserve those views.
I wanted to go just to have a look,m no camera. I think vlogging would be tricky because it's all someone's intellectual property and I wouldn't want to impinge.
I see. Thought cameras would at least be allowed in the cafe, garden or the hiking trails; never had any issues with camera use in outdoor areas the few times I was there. But still might be worth a visit even without vlogging. 🙂
Hi there I'm currently in southern Leyte Philippines. I'm a Australian as well How's the QR code ,,scam,, that I need to book hotel before I can visit Baguio. Or can I book 1 night and then just stay longer..as I have my own Camper Van. ,,,No covid19,, in my van
I heard the lady who coughed is in her room finding your vlog to enjoy her 5 seconds of fame. She says "Hi!" by the way haha. Hope she catches you next time.... literally. Lol!
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The jeepneys and taxis are out to the right side of the Good Shepherd convent. 😁
No more scent of pine trees in the air!!! The smell of saleng in the morning and the feel of the morning dew.... I miss that in Baguio of today!
There was a time when the view at mines view was really stunning. Back in the 80s there weren't many houses back then. And all you could really see is trees as far as the eye can see. And the mines itself but having seen what it is now, no thanks. There are a lot of beautiful places to see in Baguio. I miss the pine trees tho pine trees was plentiful then as pine trees was what made Baguio different from other places in the Philippines. Still I'm enjoying the Baguio vlogs hope to get back there in the coming days.
The local government destroyed Baguio. It lacks urban planning. It has become ugly and it will get uglier.
@@arnieljovero1008 true, it’s becoming less attractive to visit Baguio,like session is so far different now,over populated,I studied there in Baguio for several years in the early 1980’s.
really hope the people of baguio campaigns for the rejuvenation of the natural aspect of baguio.
Thank you Marshall for showing our old haunts when I and my family were still residing, doing business, and our kids were studying in Baguio some years ago. One of the best places in the country for people with stable income. In our tropical country with long hot season and suffocating humidity, nothing beats the free aircon environment in Baguio. And the fresh vegetables and fruits make for healthful living.
Yes amazing difference in temp between Baguio and Angeles.
Done watching, Mines View changes alot. I hope you had fun.keep safe
Baguio has become very crowded and during peak tourist season, traffic jams are a big problem and also parking space. If you look down over the view deck fence of Mines View Park, there are tons of plastic trash thrown over by tourists that are lodged in the cliff-side greenery. The management should really look into that as below the viewpoint are residential houses and that's where all the garbage would go and then in time, it would just become a big trash pit. I do hope things will get better with more environmental awareness, education and programs.
My Filipina wife and I are so envious of your wonderful visit to Baguio -- but also so happy you're enjoying yourself and sharing it with the world, especially at this time. We visited Baguio in 2011... and had no lines or waiting to get into the Good Shepherd convent then. Cheers from the USA!
Thanks John.
Good Shepherd Convent in Baguio is Pink! Love it! @ 0:48 💓
Thanks for the tour. Beautiful views.
I love their crinkles as well.
Thank you sir for vlogging my place . Hope you'll come back again next time . Try also up north Atok and Buguias which are the capital producers of vegetable and flowers then proceed to Sagada ,Mt.Province.
Baguio's vibes looks and feels different. ✨👍
There's a lot of improvements in Mine's View, but I rather want it to be as natural as before...hahaha, that's how we usually say it when the nature calls, number 1 or number 2? Thanks for sharing Baguio again to us.
The beginning reminded me of the great late Leslie Nielsen saying in one of his movies;'Like a blind man at an orgie,I just had to feel my way around'
man, i guess its nice to see people out and about. Thanks for showing us around
No problem 👍
That’s a good workout walking to buying something for pasalubong.
The 1st time that I've ever watched your vlog was when you went to Baguio for the 1st time. From then on I've been following all of your vlogs & I've really enjoyed watching them. In your 2nd time in Baguio I've observed in your comments that you were not that satisfied. Baguio this days is already populated unlike before and many people from other places go there specially on holidays.If you want to have a peaceful & quiet athmosphere, go somewhere else in the nearby towns of Baguio like in Atok Benguet where you could visit the Northern Blossom Flower Farm & other scenic places.The places you've visited are mostly commercialized & over crowded. If you'll be going to Baguio again try to visit Ben Cab Museum in Asin Road. It has a cafe where you can eat after you've seen all the creative works of art. For me, Camp John Hay is stiil the best place to go in Baguio next is the Philippine Military Academy. I wished you just bought your ube pasalubong at Tamtamco's which is just located in the city's public market. It's of the same or better quality from that of Good Shepherd's.
You can buy Strawberry jams by Burnham Park and fresh strawberries, or blueberry jams too made from blueberries grown in Baguio too. There are some in the public market too. I bought mine there before.
We took pictures with the St. Bernard dogs at mines view park. 200 pesos for getting several selfies during that time. They also sold t-shirts, Strawberry jams, ube jams, blueberries, igorot made carvings, rugs, carpets, necklaces, rings, earrings, lamps, others. Ice cream stands, fruit juices, bean curd taho, snacks, peanuts, peanut brittle of various sizes and containers
Gone are the days when all you can see at mine's view were the mountains of pine trees and sunflowers..Now the mountains are full of houses.I always buy ube jam,lengua and strawberry jam in good shepherd whenever we're in baguio.Nice vlog sir...
Thanks for sharing.
Masha’Allah 🤩 the mines view is like 1 market place .
Yep, a very touristy one.
Hi Beautiful people! Hi Sir Marshall.. It's nice to see you again.. Nice adventure again in Baguio!❤😁👍👍
Thank you! 😃
Mines View is better looking in the past than now. There were less houses built on the hills so the scenery was fantastic. Thanks for the update Mr Butters ✌️❤️🙏
No problem 👍
The english equivalent would be souvenirs, I know it doesn't mean gifts for others exactly, but they're brought back and either kept or given as gifts to friends an family.,
Next time, you should also get the 'alfajor' from Good Shepherd's. Not many people know about it but everyone who gets to try it (or those who we give them to) love it!
yes! good shepherd is for leni-kiko 🌸 btw great content as always! if you want a nice sunset view in baguio with less people visit mirador heritage park.
So now I can skip that little trip.. Thanks for the run down 😁👍
You know it's good when the jam sells out lol
I miss Baguio SO MUCH. The love I have for the place is just overflowing right now. I really wish to live there someday.
After Baguio, you should try visiting La Union.. It's only 1hour drive away.. And from la union it takes only 3hours going to vigan.. You would not regret it.. Promise..
The best time to see the view is during sunrise 😊
Reminds me of the good old days, lovin' this Baguio series.
If you strolled to the right side of that Good Shepherd counter you could have had a beautiful view of the valley down the mountain. Strawberry Jam is their best seller. 😉🍓
I glimpsed that view, beautiful.
to appreciate mines view....better be there when less people is around...that would be early mornings...and now its even bad timing coz its nearing the Flower festival season....so more tourist is travelling to the city.....nways thanks for this vlog.
Hi Marshall! Really enjoying your videos and keeps me inspired to do more content of my own! Cheers! 👍🏻❤️
Great to hear! Keep going, you'll break through soon.
wow been to baguio thrice first was in the late 70s and last time was in the late 90s im 54yrs old now. i guesing its more naturally prestine back then. Been to good sheperd, mines view, burnham, ph military academy, strawberry fields etc....the kennon rd ride and the horseback riding was a highligh of our family trip.
kinda relate to yur comment bout mines views as a kid i was quite fascinated how overhyped n underwhelming it is, went there there thrice never fails to underwhelm me...maybe bcoz its always overcrowded... must be diferent situation in the 1940s to early 70s...
That’s one of my favorite jam ube jam mmm.
since it's already level 1,,,,maybe you can consider further north,,ilocos norte...
Yayyy you made it to good shepherd like i recommended. Watching from Australia 🇦🇺
Hope you enjoyed it!
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 very much so :) I'm sorry you had to miss out on the Peanut butter and brittle. The gardens are also excellent to look at.
If you get a chance you might want to do a piece on Yamashitas gold. Rumour has it Japanese gold is buried somewhere in Baguio
Hi Sir Marshall!! Glad tO see yOu again here!! Hope yOu're still enjOying your stay here in our city!! May yOur troubles be less and your blessings be mOre🙏🇵🇭🌲Take Care!
I hope so too!
Never been to Baguio. Maybe a good place to experience when I visit the old country.
Thanks for sharing I miss Baguio watching from Adelaide
My pleasure!
loved watching your vlogs always💗keep safe
If you have time, you may want to try and go to Mt. Kalugong, the east wall or mountain in La Trinidad, to view the "Salad Bowl of the Philippines" the La Trinidad valley, and maybe on the other side of the mountain. There's no need to hike because a car can go near the top, but no public transport. There's also a restaurant on top that serves some native food, assuming they're open.
If you haven't noticed, the La Trinidad valley is inside like a gigantic crater, it's almost completely walled in by mountains.
C19 era. Previously you can really hangout at Good Shepherd. Coffee, bread, nice view. Then pasalubong. They also have in Tagaytay.
Marshall sir go to sagada .. highly recommend youre already in baguio
Oh no! Ran out of strawberry jam...always a fave pasalubong coming from Baguio. I remember the days when I was there during College days & in the 90's. . Enjoy Mr Butters.
Nice video.
Wow i see there s a lot of Changes now there in baguio, thanks to your Vlog marshall, i really envy your having such a wonderful time there in the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Cant wait for your next Vlog, Stay Safe
Thank you! 😃
Wow. I vaguely remember being there when I was a kid. Definitely no entrance fee back then 😂
Good thing for telling the background of the nuns about the jam they are selling Trivia knowledge👌🏼😊😆
Getting a condo in Baguio is a wise idea as Baguio is being made as a base for some foreign vloggers.
The area you see from Mines View is the municipality of Itogon, the mining district. Indigenous Peoples (IPs) of the Cordillera practiced artisanal/ small scale mining prior to the arrival of Spaniards. According to an elder, in the olden times the river of Agno glistens. True enough, they did surface mining by gold panning where gold dusts of high grade thrive in the rivers. The Spaniards failed to control the Cordilleras and the mines. On the other hand, American soldiers studied the reports of Spanish regiments and successfully determined where the mine sites are. In 1905 the big scale mining operations owned by Americans started in the area. At one point in time, 13 mining companies operated in Itogon alone. The Igorots allowed the Americans to mine underground while the Igorots continued their farming and cattle raising on the surface. Little did they know that eventually, water tables will be destroyed, and mine tailings polluted and killed the rivers. Thus rice farming, gardening and cattle raising were ruined. Open pit mining (OPM) techniques were introduced early in 1990s but refused by 6 out of 7 barangays. It took only five years for the open pit to operate while indigenous communities in Barangay Loacan were displaced, burial grounds desecrated, schools, churches and residences were eased out. Mountains were flattened out, forests gone together with the disappearance of the wildlife - civet cats, monitor lizard, owls, wild birds and many more. In late 1990s, gold prices dipped down and some companies ceased operations. Three large-scale mining companies still hold on to their lease contracts. Today, small-scale mining (or camote mining) continues but some have incorporated the use of chemicals introduced by large scale mines - cyanide and mercury. More envi friendly indigenous techniques persist though. Eventually, some areas were developed as subdivisions down below the Mines View. The value of the gold in the mountains you see is immense but luckily, communities would rather preserve the integrity of their environment though much has been degraded. The primary mineral is copper and gold. Where you have copper, you have gold. Where you have gold you have silver - thus the silver jewelry industry in Baguio thrived before. The Mining operations which started in 1905, gave way for the Americans to develop Baguio City - the Summer Capital of the Philippines- because during summer the American colonial government will hold their Sessions in Baguio. Architect Burnham envisioned and designed the city only for 20,000 population back then - so roads are narrow and now we see traffic jams. - Go visit the Baguio Museum to get more information. Thanks, your viewers learn from your vlogs. And by the way, for the info of many, small-scale mining contributes more to the coffers of Philippine Central Bank. As to why some large scale mines stopped, according to the IP elder, when the indigenous communities were threatened by eviction and saw the destruction of the ancestral lands due to big mines, they cursed the corporate mines and eventually, nature spirits decided to hide the gold.
Thank you so much for that extremely illuminating history of the mine/s and Baguio.
hey marshall this is the same day we are there, actually i saw you entering the mines view park, at 12:04 of your video timeline i saw my kids waiting for me, standing in front of a restaurant..hoping you would be back for the panagbenga flower festival..we will be there again last weekend of march..same location where you stayed 😊😊
Try to visit also the botanical garden and bencab
Good Sheperd its different now with all this pandemic hope it will go to normal.
Mines view no entrance fee before...was there 2019. Taxi hope you have a ride...:)
I think you should probably go north. It’s couple of hours from Baguio to La union.
Marshall, there a quaint spot nearby Mines view, Outlook Drive, specifically around the area of Mines View Park Hotel. It's a nice quiet area away from the Mines View crowd, ideal for an early morning walk and also has a nice view. There was a 200 year-old pine tree there in Outlook Drive, I believe it was one of the oldest pine trees in Baguio, sadly it got uprooted and washed away during a storm back in 2018.
You should try Atok kape in La Trinidad Benguet.😊
best time to see mines view early in the morning around 8am barely any tourists like me
There was a coffee shop there a few years back. I understand the convent ground was not open to everyone. You can ask permission though I think.
Mines View Park really should have some information on what mines (or mining areas) are in your view and a bit of history on the mines so you have some idea what you're looking at.
At least kids catching thrown coins on the slope below aren't allowed any more.
I miss Baguio City
I'm in Baguio for 2 weeks, was hoping Ill bump into you :)
There are a lot of hunted places in baguio.
Love your vlog!
Thank you!!
Pasulabong - very close just got a couple of letters back to front, it's pasalubong. But pronunciation was spot on 👍
Thanks for the encouragement Jim.
Since 2000, Not much of a change in Mines view, we always go there to Baguio whenever we have a new model of car to test, Baguio is one of the road test routes of most car manufacturers in the Philippines because of its high elevation. Since you are already in Baguio might as well proceed to Vigan it's about 4 hours from Baguio. You have so much to explore in Ilocos Area.
if all you can do is go up to the counter and buy whatever. just go online. they have those for sale in laz and shopee.
Miner's Cabin Restaurant is nearby. You should've tried it
@marshal, the view in miner's cabin is better than mines view. Also very quiet, cozy, it has that local feel to it; not the typical restaurant vibe, also not an eatery vibe.
Nice video Marshall.
Thanks 👍
yep Mine's View is a tourist trap. been going there with my family since I was little and I always felt underwhelmed lol. there's better view of the mountains at the PMA and it's not crowded.
It was a nice content sir marshall..we were there last dec2021..was the st bernard dog absent?on mines view?btw,mines view stores are selling the good shperd ube jam for 500php wherein u wont be queing up a line anymore..same price at the palengke...u didn’t browse the restos infront of minesview-they serve bulalo& sizzling sisig..stay safe sir..enjoy ur stay..
Marshall, there's a famous fine arts artist who owns an art gallery in Baguio. It's a really nice place to see and visit. Try asking around. Sorry I forgot the name of that artist.
Bencap?
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 bencab, also has a fantastic cafe.
Hey mate, have you tried crosta pizzeria in Manila yet? They have branches in Salcedo village and poblacion in Makati.
Not yet!
may lugaw nadin pla sa good shepherd ngayon ??? 0:44
Had you walked to the right side (when facing the Good Shepherd’s shop) towards the end of the parking lot, you would have seen scenery comparable or even better than that of Mine's View Park. The garden is not really that great, in my opinion. Aside from the ube jam, Alfajores (similar to Argentinian cookies and Russian tea cookies) are the best at Good Shepherd's. I hope you get to buy the raisin bread and banana bread of Baguio Country Club which has a kiosk at SM Baguio, get there in the morning as these goodies are in high demand. Safe travels.
I don't think it would have been allowed.
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 I see. Perhaps when all of these outrageous restrictions are lifted both sides of Good Shepherd will be open to the public. Mine’s View Park is crowded no longer worth the trip, the view at The Manor and Good Shepherd are great alternatives. Best of luck on your vlog.
Earlier you saw a St Bernard… people earn from it. People pose beside the dog for a certain fee. 😊
I didn't realise that.
Years ago, the St Bernard dog used to be in Burnham Park too…😁
Next stop is for you to witness the Cadet's Show in the PMA Philippine Military Academy. If they still do that during Sundays around 930AM.
If you can chance upon Great Taste AGAIN before you leave Baguio, have a take away of the Crispy Pata (ask them to chop it) and pastries (go for Blueberry Cheesecaske)
pasa-BU-long Marshall.
Time stamp :46 ....💖
Closest I can come up with for Pasalubong is Souvenir Marshall.
Hi Marshall as previously mentioned i prefer Baguio City of the old. Baguio city now is ugly, crowded and lacks urban planning. Mines View Park in olden times was beautiful and calm and no houses in those hills. Now it is ugly and noisy. As i said Philippines is good at destroying places and making it ugly. We are not aesthetically inclined. Besides the cooler climes it is mostly for local tourist now in my opinion. I hope the local government address the issue of urban planning and rebeautification of Baguio City and bring it back to its former glory.
Most local officials (not just Baguio but in general) are more interested in lining their pockets than the preservation of our culture and heritage.
@@iflipover I agree it is all over the Philippines but Baguio City is one of the most visited place and it is really getting bad. Hope they can do something about it.
One long line that took time for a bottle of ube jam 😂
Good afternoon 🌻
I was at the Good Shepherd & Mines View back in '95 and i can see it's now really become a tourist trap; it doesn't seem enjoyable or relaxing to go there but at least you've experienced it; stay safe, Marshall! I don't know if you still have time but i remember a Wright Park and of course the summer presidential palace; check them out if you can.
the senior citizen is priority
The 10 peso fee is for the maintaainace. It’s better to go to these places on weekdays where there’s fewer tourists.
Hey Marshall,please don’t forget my pasalubong ko.🤣🤣🤣
Will you be visitng Diplomat Hotel?
I wanted to but ran out of time.
Hi, we translate Pasalubon as Souvenirs in English.
Foodstuff are not souvenirs. Pasalubong is usually famous foodstuff from a certain area.
@@arnieljovero1008 OK got it
Souvenirs are usually things one buys for one's self. The word Pasalubong has a meaning that we just don't have a word for in English. That's why I joked about co opting it. Anyway, thanks as usual for your comment my friend.
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 I agree with you on that, thanks very much for your reply, we always love watching your videos and missing those wonderful videos about the Philippines, more power Mr. Marshal, we are your big fans in Beijing. 😊
@@marshallbuttersvlogs6880 yes you did. Thanks
I'm surprised you haven't visited BenCab museum. If it's relaxing views you're after, their garden and surrounding woods have those in spades. And the owner purposely bought the neighboring hill to preserve those views.
I wanted to go just to have a look,m no camera. I think vlogging would be tricky because it's all someone's intellectual property and I wouldn't want to impinge.
I see. Thought cameras would at least be allowed in the cafe, garden or the hiking trails; never had any issues with camera use in outdoor areas the few times I was there. But still might be worth a visit even without vlogging. 🙂
Pasalubong means token or souvenir in English.
I can’t believe there is an entrance fee in mines view park,it’s used to be free.besides there’s not much to see out there.
Hi there I'm currently in southern Leyte Philippines. I'm a Australian as well
How's the QR code ,,scam,, that I need to book hotel before I can visit Baguio. Or can I book 1 night and then just stay longer..as I have my own Camper Van. ,,,No covid19,, in my van
I'm not sure how the restrictions are now with Level 1.
lols. she tried to upsell you. hahah.
"Not the most relaxing place in Baguio..." - except for the two lovers at the back arguing why they came at that place! 🤣
You can probably equate pasalubong to edible souvenir...then again when I ask for pasalubong I don't expect it to be edible goodies.
hope you get a condo here. ☺️☺️☺️
Don’t leave baguio without eating at Tsokolate de Batirol and Bistro Lokal
I heard the lady who coughed is in her room finding your vlog to enjoy her 5 seconds of fame. She says "Hi!" by the way haha. Hope she catches you next time.... literally. Lol!