#1 Advice from foreigners in the Philippines (random street interviews)
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Most filipinos are scammers and criminals. The crime rate is very high. The intentional homicide rate is at 6.46 per 100k population which is the highest in South East Asia. If you plan to visit South East Asia, Philippines is the place where the chances are the highest to be murdered.
I am in Cebu now, for the first time, in IT Park. I am here for vacation. (I am from the U.S.) I went to Ayala Terrace and I was looking for you everywhere! Haha. Your interviews and videos really helped me with my journey to the Philippines, so thank you so much! I am here for another week, but will definitely come back to the Philippines in thr future. Some things I like are: Nice people, "movie star status" because I am a foreigner, and the food is amazing here and super cheap compared to the U.S.. Some things I dislike are :"movie star status" because I am a little shy (I like it too though, haha), the children beggars (very sad, but I am told not to give to them or they will use the money for something bad or ask again the next day), I live in TX, so I am used to the heat, but it is very humid here.
Thanks so much for all your informative videos Alex and I wish you and your channel the best!
That's awesome! Glad you're enjoying your stay here and thank you for sharing! Say hello of you see me around 🥳
It’s good that you didn’t give alms to beggars. It is prohibited and against the law of the Philippines to give money to mendicants.
I've been living in the Philippines for 10 yrs now I'm single btw and my advice to my fellow Americans and every other foreigner is
If you come here don't go back
STAY!!! there is no better place, well for me, it's been great! Good luck dudes!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences 😁
Coming from the Bronx its better here on retirement income
The advice I would give to first timers is to be patient. You are no longer in the west, so don't expect snappy service. They are operating on island time, and on islands, no one is in a rush to do anything quickly.
I agree 👍🏼
Philippines is a very poor and underdeveloped country. According to the world bank, 37% of the population still live in slums as of 2020. With a gdp per capita (PPP) of 11420 in 2023, which is only half of the world average of 22226, making it one of the poorest countries in the world.
Most filipinos are scammers and criminals. The crime rate is very high. The intentional homicide rate is at 6.46 per 100k population which is the highest in South East Asia. If you plan to visit South East Asia, Philippines is the place where the chances are the highest to be murdered.
The currency is weak and the minimum wage is only 300 USD. Foreigners from first world countries can fully take advantage of the weak currency. Also since filipinos are very poorly educated, there is abundance of this cheap labour all throughout the country.
The national dish of the Philippines is called "pagpag." It's made by refrying chicken bones that have been collected from the trash. Since the majority of the people in the Philippines live in slums and lack education, a lot of them have to find discarded bones in restaurants, refry them, and eat them.
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True.
Beeen 15 years for me. Things are slow in Cebu. This isnt Manila.
That translator device is a awesome tool
Thank you! I agree 😊
Great interview! Thank you Alex!
I had a very negative experience helping children in the Philippines and I must tell you about it.
Although it's all in my videos.
At the beginning of the development of my channel, I decided to just buy the children playing basketball near my house,
new ball and told my subscribers about it.
They sent me money, I bought the ball and gave it to the children.
He released a video about it with 5,000 views.
What was my surprise and disappointment,
when one of the subscribers wrote that I was probably interested in children sexually !!!
Now if I help children,
I never show it on video and I don’t ask for help from subscribers.
This is such a sad story.
I have three adult children, a daughter and two sons, they all work in Germany as refugees.
Adoptive daughter, I raised her from 1 year to 25 and I never even thought about what the subscriber wrote!
Thank you for sharing your story. Unfortunately, no matter how pure your heart is, there will always be people like that. They are low lives, with no purpose in life, so all they do is hate. Do not focus on the 1 or 2 negative comments. You know your motives, and that's all that matters 🤝💪
@@Livingabroadalex Thank you my friend !
But it was very unexpected and for the first time in my life!
You can’t blame some pinoys about the issue of sexual abuse. It’s a reality that a number of raids conducted by police on houses or apartments that were used as den for sexual perversion. The clients are mostly from Europe and US preying on poor children.
@@kuyaIhorevery country has that sad side of it so don’t be thinking just only Philippines 😂😂😂
Sad to hear... But it happens in real life. Many expats from a developed country would try to take advantage of poor people
Wow, Cebu definitely attracts people from around the world. That's what I've noticed from your vlogs. Thanks.
Definitely!
Cebu has less people, less traffic, and has more beautiful beaches than Manila so yep, many foreigners there.
I like ur street interviews with the foreigners & locals. Keep it up Alex!👏🏻
Thank you! I'm glad you like the videos
Lol awesome video and Ms Palm always looks so beautiful! And I need that device!!! Lol These interviews are awesome as you get their perspectives... breath of fresh air to hear their take on the Philippines!
Hehe she's the best! Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
First! Bonjour. I'm a Filipino working here in France and I'm your number one fan here... 👋
Bonjour!! Thank you 😊🥳
Your blog/content is well informative and very useful to foreigners who is planning to visit our country… very big thanks…
Thank you! Glad ypu enjoyed it 😊
Rice is the main carbohydrate source consumed by Orient Asians, particularly in Southeast Asian countries. It serves as the primary staple food, providing energy throughout the day. Similarly, Western countries rely on potatoes or bread for their carbohydrate intake.
Well said
Been in the PH for a couple years now and have to say it's been a good experience overall. Best people for sure... food is not my style but in the bigger cities you can get a good assortment.
Tough to get used to the noise levels though, that's been my main problem in the PH. Booming karaoke and barking dogs are 24/7 it seems, especially in the provinces.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
I love your channel! Great content. Hope your channel continues to grow 😊
That is so kind of you. Thank you so much!!
His channel will grow!
@@checkthelogic thank you!!! 🥳
Good interviews Alex a business starter students they all seem to enjoy the Philippines. I'll tell you more of what I think of the Philippines and some advice I could give to others who want to visit or live here if we happen to meet in person sometime. Take care Alex and Palm to 🆒😎👍
Definitely! I'd love to hear 🤝😊
👍👍@@Livingabroadalex
Great interviews Alex thank you for sharing.
My pleasure! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
For me bro.every countries they have a crime some of places so every countries not perfect,but here in Phil is the best than other countries,because pilipinos warm welcoming,lovable,helpful,etc,in very easy to communicate,but I can say the truth before the Phil some places is not safe but now 99 percent is safe..pilipinos is perfect..✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭..
I disagree. Most filipinos are scammers and criminals. The crime rate is very high. The intentional homicide rate is at 6.46 per 100k population which is the highest in South East Asia. If you plan to visit South East Asia, Philippines is the place where the chances are the highest to be murdered.
I live 1/2 year in Subic Bay, Philippines = Love it !! Now this time of year in Reno, Nevada, USA.
Wow , great interviews . Your a natural 🎉
Thank you so much 😊🤝
Awesome vlog Alex as always.
Thank you! Glad to know you enjoyed it 😊
Thanks for the videos! My husband and I plan to move there.We are from the US but my husband knows the Philippines well.I think the move is what’s best for our family.I’ll my my extended family but I think we need this move
Wish you a happy transition. Glad ypu enjoyed the videos.
You are very good interviewer. Keep up the good work
Thank you very much!
I really enjoyed this set of interviews, I also enjoyed your add this time most are boring but this one was fun to watch
Thank you! I'm glad ypu enjoyed it
hey thanks a lot, very nice interviews.. feels like sound could be better, maybe because of mic?..
Watching from San Diego California you’re doing great 👍
Welcome and thank you so much!
I'm glad you allowed people to be candid about the good and bad side of living in the Philippines especially the retired Canadian teacher. Some RUclipsrs like to share only the good sides making the Philippines look like heaven on earth. And some foreigners feel like it's not nice to say bad things about the Philippines. I just think people should be honest and not sugar coat the truth. Even the most developed countries have their bad areas. The Philippines have very friendly as well as very dangerous people and places just like every country. It's wise to stay away from questionable places and people.
Thank you. I never cherry pick the answers to any of my interview and always include any interview I do. You're absolutely right about your point!
For foreigners planning to go visit or stay to the Philippines, I say, go and enjoy the beauty of the islands, the good people, foods, environments and…. the heat!! If you don’t like the heat, go to Bagiou, summer capital. If yo go, just be careful to scammers!! Most people are helpful and nice to talk to… Have a wonderful stay!! More fun in the Philippines!!❤🇵🇭👍
Wow I know Dean and his wife from Bohol really nice people.
Yea he is really friendly
Amazing interview 😄
Glad you liked it ☺️
I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL WATCHING FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA USA 🇺🇸
Thank you!! Have a great weekend 😀
I like the device
Makes communication easy
Definitely! It's fun, easy, and really useful
Try to explore more of the Philippines come to Iloilo and see more
Excellent interviews. Thanks!
Thank you! So happy you enjoyed it 😊
@@Livingabroadalex im also planning to buy that translator from you site in order to help support your travels.
@@AB-kg6rk that's so kind of you! I appreciate it 😊 Thank you so much 🤝
im in cebu city, visiting, only the ones that have alot of negativity got played by the first woman they want, theres millions of pinay women. #1. dont bring western drama to the philippines, #2 everyone is friendly but be rude and youll receive it #3 there is crime and red light district #4 look for trouble and youll find it #5 south koreans here love flashing money and it is why theyre #1 target ontop of that their attitudes are rude asf
Thanks foe sharing your thoughts and advice. I have noticed a large number of Koreans here and they can be rude
nice one. i love this kind of vlogs. more on the next vlogs pls. i hope u also do this on the island like siargao since theres alot if tourist there
Glad ypu enjoyed it!!
More coming 😊
New subscriber from Philippines 🇵🇭
Welcome Rose
Thanks Alex ask the people why stay in the Philippines and I so proud as a Filipino to know what they stay and they like most of it as a student because in other countries is so expensive good luck to you.Thank you very much
Thank you for sharing your thoughts 😊
Nice blog👍
Thank you!
Hi alex tbank u for another great video❤
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
@@Livingabroadalex I love watching ur video
@LilyBeth-wm6lg hehe 🤭 thank you!!
Bro, I liked your video. I’m a fellow vlogger just starting here in the Philippines and you gave me a lot of good information. I hope I can provide as much information on my channel as you give on yours. You have my subscription and my support. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed thr content. If you want 1 on 1 video consultation. I offer 100 bucks for 1 hour. I grew my channel too 100k with just my ozone and I wish I knew everything I know now back then. Plus avoid all the mistakes I made.
If you're interested send me an email to talknowcanada@gmail.com
If not, then wish you all the best
I'm sure in the next few years yiu can adopt the weather here in PH. I hope to hear few filipino words incorporated to your vlogs in the future like 3 or 4 words until you'll reach and learn t to speak full Filipino or tagalog language.But for now seeing you around evry now and then is a good thing for us apecially in embracing our culture.
Thanks. P.s I have 2 full videos of me trying to speak tagalog and bisaya
I am a Filipina living in the Philippines. Just like anywhere else in the world, there are pros and cons to living here.
If you like the quiet and simple life, find a province like Dumaguete or Bukidnon or Bohol. Try to vacation with friends/family and see how you like it. If you dont, no loss because its just a vacation.
If you like the hustle and bustle of the city, try Cebu, BGC or Davao. Try it and stay at a location other than a hotel. Maybe a fully furnished apartment and see how it fits the life you want to live.
The Phils will not be for everybody. And whatever you reap, you sow. If you genuinely want to connect with people, you will. But if you dont, dont be surprised if people, dont really care for you. A genuine desire to connect carries with it the willingness to adjust.
Enjoy the Philippines!. For sure, talking with people is easier here than neighboring.countries..
I think their language is not going to be easy to learn, sounds almost Oriental, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, she has a sense of humour 5:30🤗
she was speaking Thai, not Tagalog 😉
Full of smile and open mind and lovely beaches ilands ❤
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By the way how much is it the device translator?
$149 before the discount
can you visit Tarlac city if you ever decided to checkout Baguio if you go there you'll pass that place /
I like that device ❤
Thanks! It'sso useful!
I watch you channel bro..❤❤❤🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Thank you!
Great interview brother you really know how to get people engaged. Thanks for sharing ✌🏾.
Thank you 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed it
I was there for one month in 2023. Please tell me where the savings is when you go to the philippines. Because I didn't see any savings in anything!. Hotels cost the same. Food in the stores was actually priced higher than in New York. Gas was not cheaper. So please people inform me of what I overlooked when I was visiting in the Philippines.
Rent
Services
Local groceries
Taxi
Phone bill
Medication
Obviously if you live Ina hotel and eat at western restaurants, it ain't gonna save you much
Although I do admit it's more expensive than Manu other SE Asian countries
Everything good comes to an end.
As a Local, and if you're a foreigner, and living or having a vacation here in the Philippines please avoid illegal activities, avoid these things so you will not get into troubles that might drag your co-nationalities and affect the image of your country. I hope it make sense.
You're absolutely right 👏
That's why we have UNLI RICE (unlimited rice) in many fast food chains
I had no idea lol. I knew it was served with ma y dishes, but didn't know it was unlimited
None complained about the black-outs.! Or the humidity/heat. Also you have to be
careful dating. Family is a big deal so beware of what you are doing.
Great point
Blackouts are rare in big cities.
Is cebu not safe?
Safe for me. But like anywhere else, it has crime here and there
I hear a Korea student got kidnapped
@@Livingabroadalex wow
@@Livingabroadalexthats weird im in cebu and havent heard anything at all, south koreans are rude as hell in cebu and flash their silver spoons
@@Livingabroadalex maybe robbed ? It wasnt in the news. more than a million koreans travel to cebu per year and it should have been reported.
@fashionfgurl18 newsinfo.inquirer.net/1815404/korean-girl-safe-after-abduction-in-suitcase-in-cebu
I like the Philippines I wish I’m single to mingle with beautiful Filipinas . The Philippines is the latin in Asia so you’ll see alot of beautiful, multi culture women . Mabuhay Philippines 👊🏽😎🇵🇭
Why aren't you single If you want to be?
23 years happy retired california RN. visit iloilo, cebu and davao city, cagayen de oro and dumguete/valencia before settlling down. marry? on island you pick as women are every where if you do not yell,respect and never judge less educated. marry family or dont marry the girl. they marry 17 to 24 to foreigner 30 to 80. age not important. dont expect fast traffic or service. its cheap for a reason. slow down, enjoy, live longer and prosper. ignore politics.
is that Jamal Mesbahi?
' I'm from LONDON'
Q: ' Do you support a football team ?
A ' Liverpool ' 😆😆😆😆😆😄😄😄😄😄
There are currently 7 (out of 20) London teams is in the Premier league. One third ! ( Oh, dont know
where Liverpool is on the map, but i know they have on the most trophies !).
Buffalo? 🐃÷🦬 southeast Asian water💧Buffalo or the American Buffalo known as once great wild 🦬 bison. Both animals have their own flavor taste 😋. The American Buffalo has no flat. Just an all very impressive 🍖 meat to the entire meal. My great food information 😋 for today. Have a great fabulous wonderful day.
Ph is better than all cities in the usa. I was born in the philly ghetto, was very poor. I can handle anything.
You are crazy. Most towns & cities in USA put most of the world to shame. I don’t hang in the hoods, but I have seen some from HWY 95 & those people still have a better quality of life than 90% of the world’s population. The problem I see is their minds is in bondage.
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The problem in Thailand is English communication 😢
Yea but many of the young people know basic English these days.
@@Livingabroadalex aww that's nice 🙂
True that is why if you move to 🇹🇭 best to find a Thai gf here because language can be an issue and she can help you!
Advice? Bring lots of money! 🤣🤣🤣
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Your team Canada is going great and good this Fiba 2023
Awesome! I haven't been following.
Thanks for the update
The English dude - People are fiendly but be safe ! lolzzz
I didn’t realize so many people come to the Philippines to study because of the low cost of education
hello alex..philipines is very nice ..i was there 1time with my ex gf..in 2015..in davao..very nice..but i have stop my relation with here and i have already 7 years new gf find on fb.also filipina...i want to go there next year 2024 and see here in real life for the first time..we see eachother everyday on fb cam and we have serious relation together...i support here every month and sometimes here family..but thats normal...i coming from the netherlands...have nice day..
Thabk you for sharing!! I wish you both all the best !
Rice is life at least for us Filipinos because our food requires for it.
Southeast Asian countries loved rice
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Long, sad and negative stories I experienced living part time in my beautiful and beloved old country the Philippines 🇵🇭... But just to find out getting a hard time blending again with my old country men!
They take you as a millionaire having a lot money that could help them anytime with their daily lives aside from stealing something that you have and they don’t,,..
[Big poverty in the islands one big reason]
Worst was when they ransacked my house when we’re out of town!!
So I said “ That’s it, enough is enough” so I PUT my house in rhe
narket, 5 years in the making and back in the US 🇺🇸 for good,,
Sorry to hear about what happened to you
Yah in the PH😅rice is life
For sure!
My advice dont be afraid to try something new,,like phil.
Excellent advice!
The Philippines is likely the best place on earth. Just leave the major city centers. Anyone claiming is bad is from a over developed countries with needy things.
Want to live stress free and have an income not looking to make money from youtube videos, actually have a retirement or savings. Go here
For the beautiful woman @ 13:06....tell her I love her...
Maybe she'll read this 😊
She won’t love you.
@@bigdawg7405 Speak for yourself clown...
Wow Alex is so handsome
YOU CAN RETIRE HERE ON A GRAND A MONTH USD
Yes you can
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How does going to the Philippines to study English help you make money?
Huh?
@Livingabroadalex Some of the people you interviewed said they were there learning English. I'm curious how that is a career path?
@InsolentVillager oh ok. Might just be for the experience. Proximity and cost. Companies in Korea and Japan see it as a big plus if you've traveled and studied English abroad. Thus, landing you a better job and putting you ahead of the qualifying candidates
I don't see the language Tagalog ; I will need this in the Philippines.
They don't want anyone more to come as it raises rental costs to expat communities 😊
I have to agree the food is not very good or healthy.
"don't get drunk" ummm,, yeah in dark areas or in the streets during the night, but you can drink as much as you can inside your property.
Mas mainit dito sa California boss umaabot 107*F
Getting sick of foreigners saying Filipinos are nice people.
Huh? Why does that make you sick?
@@Livingabroadalex Don't mind me. I am just jealous of them coz they get to travel.
@user-uw4yr8ti2n lol well get on that plane! I know it's costly, but set a side a couple bucks here and there, pick up a part time job, tutor, provide a service or start a side hustle and start living. I understand it's not easy, but if there's a will, there's a way 💪
The Philippines is a beautiful country, if you have a reasonablle income and back up cash for medical emergencies why not live there if only for 6 months a year, just don't be a western sicker to the Philippines women
some of your videos have duplicate interviews from other videos you published, I have to fast forward through the ones I have seen already... only slightly annoying...
No, they don't. Name them. Which interviews are duplicates?
The guy from Yemen (the marketing guy) is cute. I want him to be my boyfriend 😍😍😍
the thing i wonder is we hear a lot of people go to live in the philippines and said the cost of living is cheaper etc but the salary is less too so why and how people who go to the philippines for living always said they live very comfortably they can buy or construct big house easily etc like Jamal said have a business but how people find the idea to do something that work very well and all the paper to do etc it seems so easy when i listen to them but if i think it for me in my perspective it seems sooo hard
It's not easy. Many people who come here are retired. Living off pension or digital nomads just passing through
It is very difficult to find a job here as a foreigner with a decent salary.
@@Livingabroadalex oh i see thx for the answer
no one realizes it it seems,, but the food is the reason they healthier more stable (the concentrated fats and sugars carnists eat in rich countries is the reason we soo madly inflamed and list is insanely huge,, im specificly OBSESSIvly interested in that specific domain,, because it is WAYYY OVER 80% of all health issues,
animal protein IS NOT HEALTHY AND NEVER WILL BE,, requires FORCED YOU to have TMAO molecules producing bacteria to be able to digest that sugar,, vegans dont have those and are more persistent for couple time even once eaten by cheating,, witch like all drugs i dont recommend any saturated fats they are very addictive,, once vegan its the oils the worse enemy,, and sugar after or fatty nuts/seeds omega6 too high inflamatory reacts with the fruits and or starches depending on how you eat,, just dont fall into the fat diets bull shit
WFPB is the BEST DIET IN THE WORLD (wfpb doctors) (after its probably wfpb raw,,, (brooke goldner and many others i dont dare mention because others im less sure ,, brian clemet for exemple brenda davis unclear,, up to you figuring witch ones make more sense
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The day the wife leaves him he is done.He depends on his wife for everything
Do you want a beer come here. Caloocan. I am 111000 at your service
I thought foreigners can't have Business in the philippines unless they have filipino partners. So just Japenese and Chinese owners is unimagineable....
They have local partners for sure
straight from the mouth, avoid Manila. hmmm
Yea like many other major cities. There are much better options
Why avoid Manila? There are many good places in the capital region. Travel from airport is a breeze using tje skyway whether to business districts, north, south, east. Manila has modern business districts that can rival other cities around the world.
The full underground subways are under construction and will open in few years. This will enhance connectivity with ease soon.
LET US ALL GO TO IRAN THIS TIME. NOT THE PHILIPPINES.
SO MANY VENIMOUS SNAKES NOBODYVTALKS ABOUT
I agree. Stay away from Manila.
It depends on what you enjoy. I know a lot of people that love the hustle and bustle of Manila. For me, the beach life is more for a weekend. I enjoy the city. If I miss a western city, then BGC hits the spot. Philippines has something for everyone.
@emmalee9747 true
The Yemeni guy is not allowed to date non Muslim women lol so he lied !!