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  • Is CEBU Better than Manila? Philippines 🇵🇭
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  • @kierrodavid1755
    @kierrodavid1755 2 года назад +177

    I like Cebu City more than Manila because its very accessible to almost everything. The cool mountain havens of Busay, the world-class beach resorts of Mactan and the vibrant and cosmopolitan city that are all short distance away from each other. You dont have to drive long hrs just to enjoy different sceneries/environment.

    • @marierocher4422
      @marierocher4422 2 года назад +5

      Agree. 👍

    • @alberroge2301
      @alberroge2301 2 года назад +4

      Dont have to drive long ? The traffic en the driver's are totally crazy in cebu. From seaside mall to liloan takes most of the time 2 hours.

    • @kierrodavid1755
      @kierrodavid1755 2 года назад +11

      @@alberroge2301 well, cebu’s traffic is getting worse i agree but since we are comparing cebu and manila here, so yeah go figure.

    • @justinejaicten1893
      @justinejaicten1893 2 года назад +1

      EXACTLY

    • @justinejaicten1893
      @justinejaicten1893 2 года назад

      ​@@alberroge2301 not all people live in Liloan by the way.

  • @cutebalddiver
    @cutebalddiver 2 года назад +23

    The reason why IT Park and Cebu Business Park looks like Makati and BGC is that that developer is Ayala Land.

  • @michaelamontemayor448
    @michaelamontemayor448 2 года назад +62

    I am not from Cebu, I like it better than Manila. Not only the city of Cebu but the whole island. Cebu is a whole package. Sorounded by the sea and nearby islands from the north, south and east, west. Pristine white beaches, whale and watching, water falls Plenty of malls, forests, public infrastructures, plenty of malls, polite beautiful cool people. I could add more.....

    • @justinejaicten1893
      @justinejaicten1893 2 года назад +1

      exactly

    • @pensionandapassport
      @pensionandapassport Год назад +1

      Good to know, headed there soon to check it out. I'm in Thailand right now.

    • @aprealstatetraveletc..
      @aprealstatetraveletc.. Год назад +1

      If you are somewhat well to do , but if you're looking for lively hood which almost all of Filipinos do, well manila still b tter than Cebu . That's why so many cebuanos flock to manila and form part of the informal settlers.

  • @jadezworld4826
    @jadezworld4826 2 года назад +38

    Everything can be seen within metro Cebu . Imagine only half an hour to get to these places. metro cebu has mountains , beaches. skyscrapers, cultural and old places.

  • @kollennekoll5997
    @kollennekoll5997 2 года назад +49

    Manila is way bigger than Cebu, but Cebu got the best of both worlds.

    • @dominoslays4286
      @dominoslays4286 2 года назад +2

      You are of course talking about the city, right? Manila is only a city, smaller in size compared to the entire province of Sebu

    • @mischkutamora3342
      @mischkutamora3342 2 года назад

      True.

    • @andrelim2061
      @andrelim2061 Год назад +2

      WRONG, the WHOLE Metro Manila is 636 km2 only. but the whole Metro Cebu is 1062 km2.

    • @EckRD
      @EckRD Год назад +2

      And yet Metro Manila is not popular compared to Cebu. Cebu is the poster boy of tourism.

    • @marrietouray3308
      @marrietouray3308 Год назад


      Oh yes I love it Cebu ---

  • @ShadowWolf-qy7es
    @ShadowWolf-qy7es 2 года назад +12

    Been through luzon visayas and mindanao and some.part of the world due to my work im seafarer
    All i can say is. Visayas is way better than manila. The only thing manila got is work oppurnity because the govt mainly focus there. But when it comes to food and natures mindanao and visayas simply the best. Mindanao has many untapped hidden places. Yet to be discovered. Most of my foreigner friend prefer visayas than luzon...

  • @attack974
    @attack974 2 года назад +11

    Cebu for me because it is more balance and it more touristy than Manila.
    Manila is for jobs.
    Cebu is for leisure and vacation

  • @CAA1550
    @CAA1550 2 года назад +35

    I am from Manila and I completely agree that Cebu is far way better than Manila. I wish to be back soon. Nice vlog,btw.

    • @paoloblancas
      @paoloblancas 2 года назад

      Same

    • @rhoydplaz2853
      @rhoydplaz2853 2 года назад

      Ok 👌 then

    • @rhoydplaz2853
      @rhoydplaz2853 2 года назад

      Ok 👌 then

    • @jordanlibando1048
      @jordanlibando1048 Год назад

      Bantayan na tayo sirrr

    • @sachamaeg
      @sachamaeg Год назад +1

      Hi from Cebu, I got that feeling when I’m in Manila last feb too but would still love Cebu because I can see the wide blue sky, no shade tho its my preference ❤

  • @casswolf4451
    @casswolf4451 2 года назад +87

    I was so afraid that the title of the video was gonna garner some negativity from people in Manila. I am quite biased but I like Cebu because it has a perfect balance between city life and rural. I think Each place has its own unique quirks, but I am more comfortable in Cebu.
    IT park is where most major Call center is in, and that is why its mostly booming during the night.

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад +1

      It's booming .. Most major CALL CENTERS PLURAL MANGMANG

    • @mariovicentekangleon4259
      @mariovicentekangleon4259 2 года назад +1

      Mao jud

    • @paoloblancas
      @paoloblancas 2 года назад +10

      I'm originally from manila but I worked in cebu for 2 years during the pandemic and I had to go back to manila again because of the last typhoon in Cebu. I would definitely agree with you, Cebu is the perfect balance of the city and the island life as well. I'm actually planning to live there again in the future.

    • @casswolf4451
      @casswolf4451 2 года назад +2

      @@paoloblancas We definitely love to have you here :) stay safe

    • @paoloblancas
      @paoloblancas 2 года назад

      @@casswolf4451 thanks 😊🤙

  • @nadjacross88
    @nadjacross88 2 года назад +19

    Manila is nice but I like Cebu. It is more in nature. and I love nature. Cebu has a lot to offer.
    By the way Mergim, I hope you can visit Davao by August. After 2years of Pandemic Davao will open the Kadayawan Festival. It's a long month celebration and hope you could experience Filipino Festival.There is a lot of activities specially the Indak Indak sa Kadalanan on Aug 20 and Pamulak Festival on Aug 21. U should try also street foods in famous Roxas Night Market. There is a lot of food u can choose to eat. And Davao is known for Durian fruit and Philippine Eagle... Please come to Davao Mergim. Looking forward to meet you Sir. 😊✋

  • @markbrave
    @markbrave Год назад +4

    Cebu every time , from the people , the atmosphere and the food

  • @ikawkj24
    @ikawkj24 2 года назад +56

    as a filipino citizen i deeply saddened by the fact that we are alien in our own land, if not with all of these travel vloggers we could'nt see the beauty of other places here in our beloved country The Philippines..Shout out to Phil. tourism pls. collab with travel vloggers...

    • @grapesofwrath1984
      @grapesofwrath1984 2 года назад +11

      Then travel. Whose fault is that?

    • @placidospinoza9412
      @placidospinoza9412 2 года назад

      Most filipino has no financial capacity or time to travel everyday is a fight for survival

    • @hmm3526
      @hmm3526 2 года назад +2

      @@grapesofwrath1984 magtrabaho ng buong taon di man lang makapag bakasyon. Haha.

    • @rodnaspi2808
      @rodnaspi2808 2 года назад +3

      FYI, many many filipinos are travel to cebu and other beautiful islands in the Philippines.

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад +4

      @@grapesofwrath1984 not all people are rich

  • @get2riz
    @get2riz 2 года назад +17

    Mergim -- Cebu appears to be more chill than Manila. But you made me fall in love with Moalboal. Looking forward to the next city. Hints?

  • @gregmatugas4649
    @gregmatugas4649 2 года назад +15

    Cebu is the best in the Philippines!

  • @johnleotv5811
    @johnleotv5811 2 года назад +32

    Cebu city is beautiful! I was there last month before I came here to Palawan. Try to visit other places too like Bohol, Siquijor Island, Camiguin Island and Siargao also Palawan. I'm sure you will like it there too!

  • @daryllbontilao5193
    @daryllbontilao5193 2 года назад +9

    Hi Mergim Vlogs! It’s so nice to see my hometown through in your vlogs. Thanks for featuring Cebu and by the way that was my uncle the driver of 14D jeep that you were riding. Watching from New Zealand. ❤️

  • @jacquesabella5451
    @jacquesabella5451 2 года назад +11

    As a Filipino who's from Cebu working in England, thank you for showcasing my hometown. I miss it, dearly.

  • @serjunematt8438
    @serjunematt8438 2 года назад +21

    Beautiful Cebu. Try making a video about the newly constructed Cebu-Cordova bridge. then proceed to SM Seaside, one of the biggest malls in the Philippines. Take care.

  • @ElviesTravel
    @ElviesTravel 2 года назад +15

    I like your Cebu series, its adventure . More interesting than malls series . Keep the adventure going. Dont forget to rest though. It can be draining.

  • @edstejas1931
    @edstejas1931 2 года назад +9

    We are talking about Manila and Cebu,,, Metro Manila and Cebu. Manila doesn't have world-class white sand beaches ( your dolomite beach is from Cebu) you don't have amazing mountain terrains, you do not have world-class majestic waterfalls, you don't have great and incomparable creatures underwater ocean and in the sea, you don't have the grandest festival, We have an island vibe with in the city, you do not have an island hopping, you don't have a place like Tokyo, a place like Amsterdam, a place like Greece, a place like Korea, a place like temples in China and Thailand, a place like Baguio, a place like Boracay, you don't have a place like London bridge the longest bridge in the Philippines CClex, we have the most number of long bridges, you don't have island hopping activities and many many many more. 😊✌😁
    Cebu used to be the capital of the Philipines, as Cebu is the first city and the oldest city in the Philippines, that is why Cebu is never a province to any second city like manila!
    And Cebu is consistent the best destination island in the country and Asia. Hahaha

    • @CurbsidePuppet
      @CurbsidePuppet 2 года назад +2

      i believe you are comparing Metro Manila to the island of Cebu. Which is not the same.
      Better comparison would be the island of Luzon to the island of Cebu. In which case, both have world-class white sand beaches (there are tons in Luzon), and amazing mountain terrains (Sierra Madre and the Cordilleras) as you've said. World-class majestic waterfalls (go check out Hulugan Falls in Laguna and that waterfalls in Sagada) as well. Both have great and incomparable creatures underwater ocean and in the sea (did I copy what you said accurately?), island hopping (check out Caramoan and Calaguas island hopping tours).
      Is there a place like Tokyo in Cebu? Because I'm pretty sure that Little Tokyo is in Makati. A place like Amsterdam in Cebu? Are you talking about the flower fields up in Transcentral approaching Balamban? I guess you haven't seen pictures of the flower fields up in Benguet. A place like temples in China? Ever heard of Binondo? Or a London bridge in Cebu? Asa dapit?
      My only point here is, there's no need to bring one or the other down. Sometimes our pride in our city can bring out ridiculous commentary similar to what you've done with yours. And please, help me locate that London Bridge in Sugbu. :)

    • @fashionfgurl18
      @fashionfgurl18 2 года назад

      Cebu needs to be a Republic or gain independence, Cebu makes Private-Public Projects anyways, CCLEX is not a duterte projects just to remind the retards its a private-public partnership, same with the upcoming 4th bridge it will be a joint venture with Japan Govt and bankrolled by a japanese bank. Cebu gets little to none of govt support yet she is still booming, its time to get all those stolen revenues being placed back where it belongs, back to Cebu ONLY.

  • @JanVergelYOLO
    @JanVergelYOLO 2 года назад +10

    I remember when I was still living in the Philippines, whenever an English speaking person from another country talks to me, I got conscious about my English. HAHAHA Kudos to people of Cebu, they speak English well.

  • @alphardjackyana7444
    @alphardjackyana7444 2 года назад +11

    You should have dined in Sugbo Mercado in Cebu IT Park. There are plenty of choices for food there. Its even worth another episode @Mergim Vlogs

  • @le57erguapo43
    @le57erguapo43 2 года назад +12

    The most I like your vlogs are your interactions with the locals.
    SLMT po for bringing us to Cebu IT Park.

  • @hellosunshine980
    @hellosunshine980 Год назад +8

    I grew up in Cebu and have been to Manila maybe 2-3 times in my life mainly to apply for tourist visas etc. I couldn’t stay in Manila for more than a day as it was too dirty and congested for my liking. Its good they now have BGC and Rockwell so it’s eased out some of the burden. The airport is still a turn off and so I never really dreamed of moving to Manila. While Cebu is lovely, its good for tourists as it’s got “Beach, City & Mountains” package. So much potential remains. But career opportunities still better in Manila. Lived in Singapore in 2008 and moved to Melbourne 2013. I am missing Cebu so much now and plan to take my partner and son with me soon! It will be a new perspective. Thank you for your videos, I’ve now learnt more about my country in the past few days than in the 16 years being away. Looking forward to your Boracay, El Nido and Siargao reactions. These are pretty much the well known tourist destinations. For more off the beaten tracks, try and reach out to Finn. He’s so good with less known islands most locals have not even explored! Well done and thanks Mergim! Also, you must get a scuba diving license. It would be a sin to be in the Phils and not explore the underwater treasure! We compete with the worlds best! 🤿

  • @qtzdino
    @qtzdino 2 года назад +40

    Cebu is known as the "Queen City of the South"

  • @renzericsongabuya7842
    @renzericsongabuya7842 2 года назад +11

    Cebu my home sweet home... a place where almost has it all...

  • @marierocher4422
    @marierocher4422 2 года назад +56

    Thé reason I like Cebu (not only being a Cebuana) as it has everything. mountains, beaches, falls, modern or old types of places, foods, less traffic in a small island. Then most of all it is central hob to all islands of the Philippines. By the way that dilapidated pyramid was due the typhoon. You should go back to IT park as it’s where the Sugbo Mercado Garden bloc as where you can find all types of food from different food stands in the evening. Just inquire from anybody.

    • @divt2445
      @divt2445 2 года назад +3

      Who is responsible for getting the Pyramid fixed? The Cebu government or a private investor group? Whoever, that needs to get fixed.

    • @marierocher4422
      @marierocher4422 2 года назад

      @@divt2445 I have not idea. If it’s the city government they should have improved it already as it’s IT Park. Modernizing was the focused. Perhaps it belong to a private owner.

    • @enigma5014
      @enigma5014 2 года назад +2

      all you said is available in Manila you're just being BIASED 🤣

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      Central HUB NOT HOB MANGMANG.... Was DUE TO THE... NOT.. DUE THE.. MANGMANG. .. BUGOK MAN KA 'DAY

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      @@marierocher4422 it BELONGS. SINGULAR VERB ENDS IN S MANGMANG

  • @earlm.2300
    @earlm.2300 2 года назад +6

    That IT park restaurant got destroyed by typhoon Odette last December.

  • @mintyborro6216
    @mintyborro6216 2 года назад +15

    Cebu has enough tourist attractions to keep you busy with outdoor adventure, which is what most tourists anticipate for vacation.

  • @dolores8854
    @dolores8854 2 года назад +8

    As a tourist, you get so much more out of your time and money in Cebu than Manila. Enrichments in a diverse sources of pleasurable experiences and adventures thru marine natural wonders; thru rare mystical beauty of natural land formations, vegetations, natural springs and unique waterfall characters; thru interactions with locals for cultural experiences in old traditional values and character traits of Filipinos; and thru exposing taste buds to a variety of new senses. COST and BENEFIT ANALYSIS for a TOURIST, hands-down, CEBU WINS!!! Any other agenda for visiting the Philippines, THE ENTIRE COUNTRY OFFERS SO MUCH MORE THAT EVERY ONE CAN EXPERIENCE AND TAKE AWAY SOMETHING UNFORGETABLE.

    • @madejafamily3224
      @madejafamily3224 2 года назад +1

      The way Cebu Develops is fantastic! But it is still a tip of an iceverge. It will soon call " The Paradise Islands in the Universe"...

  • @reynaldomusic9203
    @reynaldomusic9203 2 года назад +15

    Cebu city has a special spot in my heart.

  • @jeromecantonao3644
    @jeromecantonao3644 2 года назад +9

    Cebu is one of the progressive City in the Philippines 🫶

  • @TheBigBananaaa
    @TheBigBananaaa 2 года назад +10

    🤗 Ayala Centre Cebu Mall is different to other malls 🙀 it has outdoor green gardens 🪴 offices hotels condos 👏 it was once a golf ⛳️ course

  • @pazdavid760
    @pazdavid760 2 года назад +9

    Since you're in IT Park Mergim, try the menu of Casa Verde. You're making me excited!!! I miss Cebu!

  • @nightwing4065
    @nightwing4065 2 года назад +7

    Hi vlog welcome to my guys, we are back in Cebu city. 👍❤

  • @janepetralba5754
    @janepetralba5754 2 года назад +8

    It's Colon Street, the oldest street in the whole Philippines

  • @crissantiago6615
    @crissantiago6615 2 года назад +58

    Manila and Cebu have their own charm. They are rich with history which are vital to what Philippines is today. Be safe Mergim. Enjoy.

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад +2

      Rich IN HISTORY NOT WITH HISTORY MANGMANG

    • @StanFukasee
      @StanFukasee 2 года назад +3

      @@ravishing-troop5276 galit yorn

    • @rebeccabautista7683
      @rebeccabautista7683 2 года назад

      @@ravishing-troop5276 only Filipinos na masyadong critical when it comes to grammar. You never hear that from Americans. You’re not smart either.

    • @marlindagomez5766
      @marlindagomez5766 Год назад

      Manila doesn't have charm

  • @1tzL1ghtn1nX
    @1tzL1ghtn1nX 2 года назад +7

    The Queen City of the South and The Pearl of the Orient are the coolest Philippine City I ever seen. I've been to Metro Manila alot but I wish to go to Metro Cebu.

  • @hillroberts1311
    @hillroberts1311 2 года назад +26

    Cebu is also the Guitar capital of the country. They are famous with their singing style and innovative ideas.

    • @Quartz_Block9
      @Quartz_Block9 2 года назад +3

      Furniture capital too of the PHILIPPINES

  • @fredtacang3624
    @fredtacang3624 2 года назад +26

    Cebu is the best combination of city and island life in phl. It's like putting a cleaner, less congested ncr in the middle of palawan. Plus whale sharks, sardine runs, thresher sharks, gatorade pool, kawasan falls etc

    • @mischkutamora3342
      @mischkutamora3342 2 года назад +2

      Exactly!

    • @mischkutamora3342
      @mischkutamora3342 2 года назад +2

      Our favorite place is il corso... Nu star hotel and sm seaside!

    • @emeb3063
      @emeb3063 2 года назад +1

      oh d best palawan than cebu....

    • @fredtacang3624
      @fredtacang3624 2 года назад +2

      @@mischkutamora3342
      Mine would be mactan (near the beach lol). In the city center, im ok with IT Park and busay hills

    • @fredtacang3624
      @fredtacang3624 2 года назад

      @@emeb3063
      City and island life po.. musta city life ng PP compared to ncr/metro cebu?

  • @beatypaul6076
    @beatypaul6076 2 года назад +6

    Honestly I miss Manila life, fishes. Vegetables and fruits are cheaper than Cebu, 8 years have had lived in Manila b4 went to abroad. After 8 yeras back to my birthplace Cebu and live in Lapu-Lapu for 12 years.
    Though fishes and housing prices are quite high I LOVE CEBU. And if I going to live in Philippines again. I still go back to Cebu. You have everything.

  • @jungcooks5115
    @jungcooks5115 2 года назад +12

    Cebu has a cleaner, less polluted vibe than Manila. That's undeniable.

  • @wilfredoaying930
    @wilfredoaying930 2 года назад +18

    Yees Cebu City Philippines is Bisayan Region..theirs over 100 different dialogue in the Philippines , but the most spoken language in the Philippines is Bisayan 💯Thee most talented artist in singing are comes from ( Cebu or Bisaya Region ) Thee very best vocalist now in the world of music was born in Cebu City. Sooo when you say Cebu City better than Manila. I agree 1000 percent. Great vlog , thank you Mergim. This is my second time I made a comment on your vlog. Awesome job keep it up 🇨🇦

    • @pacificislanderbisrock
      @pacificislanderbisrock 2 года назад +2

      the commonly spoken language in Visayas and Mindanao is formally called Cebuano (not Bisayan or Visayan) 😀 peace bro, no pun intended

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      Is VISAYAN

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      Dialects not dialogue Mangmang

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад +2

      Bisaya is the dialect of cebuanos.. . VISAYANS ARE ILONGGO ,CEBUANO & WARAY... HUWAG MO KAMING ISALI SA BISAYA MO... ILONGGO KAMI IBA ANG SALITA NAMIN PERO VISAYAN DIN KAMI .... BISAYA PARA LANG YAN SA MGA CEBUANO SPEAKERS

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      @@pacificislanderbisrock NOT REALLY...

  • @dragonrock6257
    @dragonrock6257 2 года назад +7

    There are parts of Cebu city that give me the "Bangkok" vibes.

  • @nursemidwife26
    @nursemidwife26 2 года назад +8

    Continue exploring Cebu ! Im sure you will love it! Im having a blast watching your channel. Have a nice day!🤗

  • @iamkuroma5405
    @iamkuroma5405 2 года назад +3

    You can actually just walk from Cebu Business Park to IT Park. 😅

  • @SelwynClydeAlojipan
    @SelwynClydeAlojipan 2 года назад +31

    Each city has its own vibe. I visited Baguio City, Angeles City, Dagupan City, Tagaytay City, Lucena City, Naga City, Legazpi, Dumaguete, Cebu City, Iloilo City, Boracay, Palawan, and Puerto Galera in my youth but they've changed drastically over time as modernization and infrastructure development came about. The same phenomenon would be happening in Davao City, Cagayan de Oro, and other cities I haven't gone to. If you intend to explore lots of different places in the Philippines, take the time to stay about a month in each province or region with a major city that you can use as a base to explore the surrounding areas. Learn what the locals and the expats who've settled there like and what things those places are famous for.

    • @PinoyDiskubreChannel
      @PinoyDiskubreChannel 2 года назад +3

      YES!! Enjoy and have fun all of the places in the Philippines. Stop comparing one on each every city.

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад

      @@PinoyDiskubreChannel each and every. .add " and" mangmang

    • @grerovambrozoyuz9426
      @grerovambrozoyuz9426 2 года назад +1

      ​@@ravishing-troop5276 Toxic confirmed..

    • @emeb3063
      @emeb3063 2 года назад

      really?have u been to palawan? if u been?,cud u please described c city how it looks like?

  • @leolipar1688
    @leolipar1688 2 года назад +5

    Cebu, definitely, no offense to Manila ❤️❤️💯😍😍

  • @jaypeepacumio2636
    @jaypeepacumio2636 2 года назад +16

    I'm not a Cebuano but for me Cebu is the most beautiful city. Probably the best City in the Phils.

  • @leogeralla9787
    @leogeralla9787 2 года назад +8

    cebu is really a great place. beach and mountains are near! you dont have to drive that long!

  • @iamkuroma5405
    @iamkuroma5405 2 года назад +7

    By the way, don’t leave Cebu without going to the northern part. 😉

  • @TheAmericanVagabond
    @TheAmericanVagabond 2 года назад +4

    Interesting! I’m currently in Bali, 🛩 I’ll be checking out the Ph 🇵🇭 in August. I’m comparing and contrasting with Mx 🇲🇽and South America🇨🇴🇧🇷to SouthEast Asia🇹🇭🇮🇩 🎬🎥@TheAmericanVagabond
    #Digitalnomad #RetireEarly

  • @evepinochannel285
    @evepinochannel285 2 года назад +5

    You must try and go back on weekends at SUGBU MERCADO at IT Park, different open night market cuisine, starts at 5pm. Also try a Cebuano Brians Ribs at Casa Verde branches at Ayala, IT Park. Cheap food at Tabo sa banay near Colon Dtreet ang huge market at Carbon Market.
    For relegious and historical places, you can go at Magellans Cross Basilica del Sto Nino and Fort San Pedro, Plaza Indepedencia nearby each other

  • @edstejas1931
    @edstejas1931 2 года назад +5

    Cebu Used to be the Capital City in the Philippines, The oldest city and the first city in the Philippines that is why Cebu is never a province to any second city like manila!

  • @johannsenquinio307
    @johannsenquinio307 2 года назад +7

    Cebu and Manila have their own charms. Manila has more action if you like the city life. If you like a balance between urban and rural, then Cebu is your best bet.

  • @fawli86
    @fawli86 2 года назад +6

    IT park becomes even more vibrant when you head there on the weekend. Go to Sugbo Mercado, it's a food market with loads of different food. You can also just chill in some of the benches in the patio in Ayala or at Garden Bloc, have coffee ,etc.

  • @dengelongomuntingsari2xsto550
    @dengelongomuntingsari2xsto550 2 года назад +3

    I love cebu a lot of places to visit I love near by ocean mountains I will go back soonnn

  • @victoriacruz1205
    @victoriacruz1205 2 года назад +5

    Missing Cebu's Laguna Cafe. Their food is fantastic!!!

  • @galdump3414
    @galdump3414 2 года назад +12

    Cebu is beautiful!!! Queen indeed!

  • @HuangHwei
    @HuangHwei 2 года назад +8

    I love both metros. They're both beautiful and ugly, different vibes, different charms.🍻 Btw, Mandani Bay in Mandaue City and Mactan Newtown in LapuLapu City are rising while the SRP and other reclamations are still developing.

  • @mariastellajostol360
    @mariastellajostol360 2 года назад +5

    I like Cebu compared to Manila. More tourist spot and nice to take a vacation in that place. ❤️

  • @johnollitra3396
    @johnollitra3396 2 года назад +7

    Cebu city is the "queen city if the south."

  • @espedidosgs
    @espedidosgs 2 года назад +7

    Manila for me because this is my home Cebu is beautiful but home is where my heart is.

  • @BrennAlmario
    @BrennAlmario 2 года назад +10

    Philippines is like a little world, every island represent as different country like you go to different island with different dialect and culture, different delicacies.

  • @cundallthepieman
    @cundallthepieman 2 года назад +4

    Simple answer, no, but i do agree the islands around Cebu is amazing...
    Long Answer is that you have not explored enough of Luzon to see how amazing it is - for an example, 1000 islands is just a bus ride away, so is la union (be it a lot longer), you also have the islands off quezon province then again you have Camarines Norte. Depending on how far you want to travel you have Baguio, Vigan City, Pagudpud, Donsol (whale sharks)... I have not been, but i have only heard good things about Batanes..
    So many places to visit even outside of Luzon and Cebu...
    The Philippines has been blessed and one day i will retire in the PI

  • @amadeobagacay2202
    @amadeobagacay2202 2 года назад +4

    the comments here are so fun and enjoyable. but still i love cebu! =)

  • @ronnienestor
    @ronnienestor 2 года назад +55

    The two centers of commerce are great.
    They should complement each other. I love Cebu.
    Cheers from Manila.

    • @jenniferclaridad8001
      @jenniferclaridad8001 2 года назад +16

      Love this comment! A breath of fresh air from all the bragging comments on which city is much better haha. Im a Cebuana but working in McKinley Taguig. I love these modern cities but i also miss the versatility of Cebu.❣️😁
      We have a beautiful country Pilipinas 💗

    • @mariovicentekangleon4259
      @mariovicentekangleon4259 2 года назад +2

      Mao jud

    • @ronnienestor
      @ronnienestor 2 года назад +4

      @@jenniferclaridad8001 Agree. I am from Luzon and I live in Pasig City. I’ve been to Cebu 8 times. 7 trips for Sinulog and one was a side trip when we went to Bohol.
      I don’t like comparing our cities and pitting each other. I think it’s a backward mentality.

    • @ronnienestor
      @ronnienestor 2 года назад +3

      @@jenniferclaridad8001My Sinulog trips were my most memorable events in my life. The sounds of drums, the street dancers, the night parties at Mango Avenue, despite the huge number of people, everyone was happy and no fights.

    • @iamf6641
      @iamf6641 2 года назад

      We need to payt etch ader

  • @alprez3614
    @alprez3614 2 года назад +4

    Did you get a chance to see the big Sugbo Mercado? Its the night market/ street food of all kinds near IT Park. You can challenge yourself to spend 300 pesos, and be satisfied on the amount of food you'll consume.

  • @katmancera5066
    @katmancera5066 2 года назад +4

    you should have visited IT Park anywhere from Wednesday to Sunday so that you could have also tried Sugbo Mercado... its just right across The Pyramid... Sugbo Mercado is only open from Wed-Sun

  • @Marion_TV
    @Marion_TV 2 года назад +8

    Cebu is like Palawan, Boracay, Siargao and etc. they're all have beautiful Beaches in Manila some Historical places are there and it can educate you in the History of Philippines

    • @melancholy9236
      @melancholy9236 2 года назад

      imagine if there are colonial architectures in cebu, how beautiful the city's scenery is.

  • @cheryllagaac1614
    @cheryllagaac1614 2 года назад +5

    It depends on the comfort you have. And of course if you like the beach, come to Cebu!! But Manila is of course brilliant too

  • @AlvinTobias63
    @AlvinTobias63 2 года назад +1

    Wear your mask! Especially when commuting and talking to people. You're no exemption to the rules.

  • @rebeccabautista7683
    @rebeccabautista7683 2 года назад +10

    My cousin from Pittsburg visited Manila and Cebu. He likes Cebu.

  • @C.sew.OFelip
    @C.sew.OFelip 2 года назад +5

    We lab Shebu...this Queen city of d south has it all👑. Pls do anothr episode for heritage churches:sto.nino, MagellansCrross,cathedral,Parian old house (all near each other just walk) And separate episode SMseaside: has park 3F with great view of new Bridge.Theres a FREE MyBus goin there in Fuente circle itself. Back & forth. Enjoy Cebu🙏

    • @angryfrogger
      @angryfrogger Год назад

      The ORGINAL "queen city of the south" is ILOILO.

  • @faustocorda9221
    @faustocorda9221 2 года назад +2

    now I feel nostalgic. Not been home for 3 years. thats my home bra. a lot of changes.

  • @WhackashitCollaborations
    @WhackashitCollaborations 2 года назад +20

    In terms of livability, yes. It's just more well rounded, and it's steadily developing.
    Also Baguio is much better than Manila.

    • @traphimawari7760
      @traphimawari7760 2 года назад +8

      Baguio is better than anywhere tbh, that's like peak livin when you don't even need an air conditioner to sleep

    • @traphimawari7760
      @traphimawari7760 2 года назад +1

      @Love 🤓

    • @yireonshin4267
      @yireonshin4267 2 года назад

      @Love wow hahahaha, proud to be, akala mo naman mapapamangha mo kami diyan sa cebu mo 😄

    • @yireonshin4267
      @yireonshin4267 2 года назад

      @Love duh

    • @yireonshin4267
      @yireonshin4267 2 года назад

      @Love edi wow haha, poor visayan

  • @stephanielabrica2313
    @stephanielabrica2313 2 года назад +5

    Hello mergim! I hope you still have time to visit northern part of Cebu in malapascua island.

  • @bisdakpinoy3428
    @bisdakpinoy3428 2 года назад +2

    I think the reason the driver didn’t stop for you it’s because he saw you didn’t wear a facemask, it’s just a protocol

  • @bisayakaayo8595
    @bisayakaayo8595 2 года назад +29

    cebu city needs a lot of improvement, the city has become worse than manila in terms of urban decay since so much effort and money has been put in to develop manila, while cebu has been left to rot, but natural beauty wise cebu is way more beautiful than manila. development wise its very behind.

    • @archsword2446
      @archsword2446 2 года назад +7

      Manila sacrificed a lot being the capital of the country. Her beauty was almost wiped out just to accomodate those from the province who struggled for a better life. Supposing Cebu became the capital of the country, seas in eastern, western visayas and northern mindanao will be polluted too. You guys should respect her sacrifice.

    • @xpact83
      @xpact83 2 года назад +2

      @@archsword2446 this is what people failed to realize specially those people outside ncr. They think majority of people in manila are manilenos. Don't they know that most of the people in the slums are from the provinces. Metro manila is not a representation of tagalogs or of people in luzon it is a representation of all filipinos the heck even in buses or markets you kind can find someone who speaks cebuano or if not people from Visayas and mindanao. That's why normally if you meet someone in manila one of the common questions is "what is your province?" I have been working here for more than a decade and it is very rare you meet someone who doesn't have a province and is native of ncr. And someone maybe born here in ncr but more likely than not his parents just also went to manila for a better life. But to find someone who's native here like his grand parents are really from here. It would be very rare.

    • @xpact83
      @xpact83 2 года назад +4

      Metro Manila only has 636 km square kilometers. While cebu province has 4,944 km². But the population of ncr is around 13 million 5 million more than the total population of whole region 7. Take note not only of cebu province but whole region 7. If you think movement of people has nothing to do with this and this is just manilenos not practicing family planning , i don't know what to say. Imagine a place as small as 12 percent of cebu province but having 13 million population.

    • @kollennekoll5997
      @kollennekoll5997 2 года назад +3

      @@xpact83 A huge majority of ncr are people form luzon. Luzon have a bigger population than Visayas and Mindanao combined and have more poorer provinces, reason they congregate in metro manila to find work and the less fortunate people from visayas and mindanao can't afford to migrate to ncr while the people from luzon can just hitch a ride to ncr. TONDO is the biggest slum area even before 1950s its a Fact.

    • @Marion_TV
      @Marion_TV 2 года назад

      @Lovehypocrite

  • @RED_WIRE
    @RED_WIRE 2 года назад +6

    I agree with you mate that Cebu got it all.

  • @roverxanz
    @roverxanz 2 года назад +1

    Cebu? Cebu City or Cebu Province? Manila? which one? Manila City alone? or Metro Manila that comprises of several cities including Manila City? Metro Manila has several Cities such as Makati, Quezon, Taguig, mandaluyong, SAn Juan, PAsig, PAsay, Caloocan, valenzuela, marikina, paranaque, malabon.

  • @luzziacruz4055
    @luzziacruz4055 2 года назад +2

    Cebu is the oldest city in the Philippines🎈-- Observe the taxi drivers: quite different from drivers in Manila-- 🐢

  • @liteentertainment5300
    @liteentertainment5300 2 года назад +45

    CEBU is like home and Manila is like an office.

    • @jenniferclaridad8001
      @jenniferclaridad8001 2 года назад +4

      Haha this is the best hypothetical comment for both cities! So witty 😁

    • @getbox2339
      @getbox2339 2 года назад +3

      Its like work and toxicity vs relaxation and with family.

    • @ravishing-troop5276
      @ravishing-troop5276 2 года назад +2

      Hitsura nito... Paano ang ibang mga siyudad at mga probinsya

    • @JassonQuill
      @JassonQuill 2 года назад

      nice

    • @JassonQuill
      @JassonQuill 2 года назад

      @@ravishing-troop5276 home, office, vacation house??😁

  • @ericavendanio4540
    @ericavendanio4540 Год назад +1

    You have to say top please , im going down....😁😜😅😂😃😄Comparing Cebu to Manila, of course when it comes to city Limelights its obvious Manila wins, Cebu is still stage of developing....still...but when it comes to tourists spots and adventures Cebu Wins you have so many places to go to and be amazed plus people are true hospitable and linkable and friendly to foreigners not a scammers....

  • @nitrospec
    @nitrospec Год назад +2

    Cebu got the whole package.

  • @edstejas1931
    @edstejas1931 2 года назад +3

    if You wish to experience more posh resorts go to Lapu lapu city, in mactan island.. Its a world class..

  • @breeliam6775
    @breeliam6775 2 года назад +4

    that first bus did not stop because you are in a no loading / unloading zone, hehe... keep safe and enjoy your travel as always mergim...

  • @sweatty09
    @sweatty09 2 года назад +3

    Next stop Mergim go North of Cebu to Bantayan island or to Lapu-lapu city via the newly open CCLEX bridge.. try also local Cuisine.. 🇵🇭🥰🤙

  • @bradnitram8406
    @bradnitram8406 Год назад +1

    As a Cebuano currently living here Manila...
    The reason why Cebu is better than Manila is bec. Cebu has Everything, like it has a Lot of Beaches, Mountains, Malls, Lots of Tourist spots, and if you like BGC vibes? It has IT Park also...... And the best part Foods like in Cebu Lechon is just a Street food specially Sundays😂😂 like no need Big occasion.....

  • @blp5840
    @blp5840 2 года назад +4

    Cebu City needs light rail trains or Subway too.. also a big park with lots of trees and a city beach too

  • @noreenquerubin9578
    @noreenquerubin9578 Год назад +1

    No question that's why Cebu is intittled "the Queen city of the south" when it comes to personality mas gusto KO taga Cebu, north and south just distance no need to ride or drive long hours,less traffic,not that crowded,not over populated,some squatters area are way more better than manila ......we are from Davao but I love Cebu honestly speaking,the people are more discipline,more alive,more fun.✌️❤️

  • @sydneyame2322
    @sydneyame2322 2 года назад +22

    MERGIM! Do a Panay Island trip. You will be exploring Iloilo City, Antique, Capiz and Aklan (where Boracay is). There are TONS of places to visit there!

    • @ladysnow8186
      @ladysnow8186 2 года назад +1

      Thanks for promoting our provinces.. First time in the comment..

    • @blp5840
      @blp5840 2 года назад

      ​@@ladysnow8186 watch that Philippines life vlog they did Panay Island mainly Iloilo city

  • @evepalisada2640
    @evepalisada2640 2 года назад +3

    Hi Mergim you went back to Cebu city ....both Cebu and Manila has different and unique charms....even Cebu girls and Manila girls are different...so you tried to "catch a bus but it didn't stop". Love waits but buses don't?!.....hahaha.... joke only Mergim... . Thanks for showing is a glimpse modern Cebu.... Keep safe....God bless. Where to after this....looking forward to your next vlog.

  • @jayjaymallen7305
    @jayjaymallen7305 Год назад +1

    Manila is the best for me if based in road tripping and provincial road trip lots of access across to different lalawigan in Luzon and lots of cultural foods near manila city to diff provinces in luzon,for me best is manila for may car road trip

  • @TheBigBananaaa
    @TheBigBananaaa 2 года назад +5

    👍✅Cebu City✅👍

  • @jennybasa5817
    @jennybasa5817 2 года назад +10

    Fun Fact: Cebu used to be the capital of the Philippines.

    • @TheLifeOfJoyVee
      @TheLifeOfJoyVee 2 года назад +1

      I’m 41 and didnt know that. I was thinking we should have 2 capitals Manila and Cebu just like in Vietnam they have Hanoi (north) and Ho Chih Minh City (south).

    • @edstejas1931
      @edstejas1931 2 года назад +1

      The oldest and the first city in the Philippines that is why Cebu is never be a province to any second city like manila!

    • @edstejas1931
      @edstejas1931 2 года назад +2

      @@TheLifeOfJoyVee The oldest and the first city in the Philippines that is why Cebu is never a province to any second city like manila!

    • @glennpauldelatorre8924
      @glennpauldelatorre8924 2 года назад +1

      @@edstejas1931 how come it didnt become the country's capital?

    • @rizaa.mlazada4078
      @rizaa.mlazada4078 2 года назад

      Napagiwanan kasi ng maynila ng 50 years

  • @kollennekoll5997
    @kollennekoll5997 2 года назад +2

    People go to Metro Manila for work and to do business but people go to Cebu for work, business, and pleasure!!!

  • @giovannilaru-an
    @giovannilaru-an 2 года назад +1

    *manila and cebu are very beautiful city f u have lots of money. But f u dont have money, u will live in slum area....* 😆

  • @jaysonevangelista1376
    @jaysonevangelista1376 Год назад +1

    Mas malawak pa cguro ang Manila kesa sa Cebu ang liit ng cebu

  • @novamaebantigue2878
    @novamaebantigue2878 2 года назад +3

    Omay! I never thought of seeing my face in a vlog 😂. Thank you for visiting cebu hope you enjoy your stay here 🤗