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Ive travelled to many, many countries, im from the U.K, and the best place for me is the Philippines! From Mindanao to Luzon, Palawan to Bicol, its beautiful. Asawa ko ay Filipina po. Mabuhay
But the change in the Philippines was tilted massively to the past 3 decades, as before that it was not much different than it had been for a century with most people living in grass huts with no electricity. I remember in 1991, there was no electricity on the entire island of Siquijor and not a single hotel in Dumaguete. Since I left in 2020, they double laned most of the major roads throughout Mindanao. I was shocked on my return visit this past Feb 2024. The most significant change came to the Philippines when the mobile phone and Internet arrived towards the end of the 21st century. I was living in the Philippines for most of the years from 1990 to 2020. In the first years, I had to wire a telegram to communicate with someone far away. And the people were much more curious and less aware of goings on elsewhere in the world. Also people were much more talkative in the street, because they were not social on their phones. Of course the development has been massive in terms of physical infrastructure. That photo you showed of Cebu IT Park from 2000 reminds me when I used to lay down in those empty grass fields. But I was first in Cebu in the early 1990s and had a very rural feel, Cebu IT Park did not even exist.
yeah you're right but not so much to hookup but to find a someone to spend the rest of their lives with and i don't blame them. the ones ive met are much different to western women, they're more lady like, modest, friendly,family orientated and of course lots are good looking. of course theres gonna be gold diggers who want a green card ect but overall they're just much nicer people both men and women.
I first traveled to the 🇵🇭 in the mid eighties things of course were a lot different then also a lot cheaper. I just spent a few months there from October through the first week of January. I’ve travel to a many countries on 6 continents and I’ll still choose the 🇵🇭 over them all. You just can’t be the hospitable people, their friendliness and kindness by far is the best I’ve experienced in the world. Thanks for sharing your content I always enjoy viewing it. ✌🏾
The only thing good about philippines is the 3 year visa. Not the spousal visas this is a mistake. Don't know why anyone goes to phils anymore. Prices are worse, traffic, internet phones nothing works. Rent per square foot all foods price suck. Products fall apart after purchase because china is sending D grade to phils. Cant work in phils thats a hard fact the BI has special chase teams for those who do. Dogs everywhere full of rabies. I could go on all day. Kids die of simple illnesses like dengue then the neighbours ask for the money for the vaccine because the LGU corrupted it and theres nothing to save their childs like. Skip this hole and go to thailand
IF YOU ARE OLD MAN AND NO ONE TAKING CARE FOR YOU GO TO THE PHILIPPINES HERE EVEN YOU ARE OLD THEY DONT LEAVE YOU JUST BE KIND AND SUPPORT EVEN A LITTLE AND YOU CAN LIVE YOUR LIFE PEACEFUL AND HAPPY
Basically give money to a woman and support her and her family in exchange for sex and marriage so you can do a you girl whenever you want. Sounds like hey old perverts give is money and we love you long time
Philippines is getting expensive just like America and Europe. The food and services are still way cheaper than other countries but you have to remember that Filipinos are naturally friendly, approachable folks. They enjoy talking, socializing and having a good time. We hardly talk about negative things about family, government or news. We just wanna go shopping, sightseeing, eating out and be happy all the time
@@PaulMcB873 Filipinos wil invite you over to eat if you are hungry. They are use to being poor for centuries. They go to church religiously and follow the schedule fiestas around town. They are singers, dancers, boxers, beauty queens and top chefs to name a few. Family oriented, great in school and hardworking people. Go this summer and see what I’m talking about
@@bert-bb3cm what you mean poor for century.imagine no colonizer.invader/colonizer control everthing esp natural resources golds , diamond , oil and gas.
That's Ayala, nice. I haven't been there in 5 years but I love Cebu. I really miss me some pork sisig, it's making y mouth water just thinking about it. My wife is back visiting now. She says the inflation is crazy and that everything is so much more expensive now.
I will tell you a secret. I prefer to live where no foreigner lives. No people to get drunk and mess up the attitude people have towards me. Most foreigner can not live on dinagat island, nothing here, no McDonald's or malls, nothing here at all. Thats what makes it nice. 🙃
Just came back from the Philippines (California based). I would like to live in the Philippines later on, God willing. The culture is much different. People are so respectful, courteous, kind...as an American, we tip all the time. I actually like to tip, but tipping in the Philippines is not a norm, so it's pretty great to see their reaction when you tip. The workers are so grateful. It's the complete opposite of the US for the most part. I love the US, but I love beautiful beaches, and the Philippines has them -- a lot of them.
If you live it then stop bringing Western culture with you.. I never understand why people don't understand that is not a good thing to do.. if you like the culture then adapt to it..
Interesting to hear foreigners' perspectives on the changes in the Philippines. Street interviews add authenticity. Change can bring challenges but also new opportunities.
It’s always been safe with the exception of one little area in Mindanao. Just misinformation from media outlets, which discouraged a lot of foreigners from visiting and investing in the Philippines. The truth will always come out.
Hey Alex nice overview I would agree that things are changing as technology continues to infiltrate the various business entities but I also see some apprehension concerning technology in terms of reducing employment opportunities in some sectors mostly retail which obviously plays a large role in the economy.
Great responses Alex. I've been living here since 2009 and have noticed the traffic of course, but the main thing is the amount of foreigners that are here now is way more than back then. All the condo's going up too is very noticeable and I find that the bar scene is pretty boring these days, it was way better in the old days.
I do agree the nightlife nowadays is became boring, you know why? because of the social media ☺️ most people nowadays are busy with internet, some are gamers ang some are making money in internet 🤔
@@wanderlustasia Actually a lot of the bars have moved out of Mango. They are now popping out in different locations. Like for example, we have the ICON in F.Cabahug; Club Tipsy in Mandaue; La Plage, also in Mandaue; APEX Super Club near Parkmall, there's a few near that area too in Parkmall. Things have changed now, young people nowadays think that Mango is no longer hip as it once was, and to themm it's probably for the older generation. There's even one in 8th Avenue near IT Park. There's quite a lot of new places, but they are no longer in one area. You'll just have to ask the locals, especially the younger generations.
What has changed in the Philippines since my first time there in 2017? Since the Covid times the frequency and the sophistication of the scammers has increased exponentially. Everyone suffered and everyone is living in greater poverty, so the incentive to separate Western men from their money is even more urgent.
If it is a scam, always remember not to give money to people you do not know. If people are saying you should invest in a quick rich scheme - please say no. This happens not only in the Philippines but all over the world. And some scammers in the Philippines are not even filipino. I talked to some on the phone and I knew exactly their nationalities since I used to work as a CSR. Some of them pay Filipino to scam.
Scammers played a horrindous dirty tricks specially when it deals to cash the point is when great inflation strike to a country the citizens that don't have enough source of income will surely embraced such act of crime. Nevertheless scenario like this can't only found in the Philippines but also in other countries.
I have lived here since 2013 (first visit was US Navy, 1992). I could complain about prices going up, but the favorable exchange rate has helped so much that it really counters inflation. I was getting 42:1 on the dollar, now 56:1. That is a good increase. People here are nice and friendly. Rents are super cheap. Food is getting more expensive - but the food options are getting much better. 😎
Hi Living abroad wow nice interview an amazing story thank you so much for coming to our country especially to our dedicated foreign vloggers God bless you all
Good interviews. The cost of things here in the Philippines is either cheap or expensive depending whether it's a product or service from the Philippines, or if it's imported. Almost everything imported is actually more expensive. More imported goods are becoming available on websites like iherb, lazada and shopee, but it's less expensive if you can just ship them here using a shipping company like LBC.
My first trip was march 08. Dumaguette was the second town i came to. Way more ex pats there now. It takes me a bit to relax and get in the pinoy groove, they're super easy going sweet ppl. Canada is way better organized as its pretty much mayhem in the Philippines but everything else is way better in the Phils. Hope to retire there in a few more years.
I'm Australian, and have lived in Cagayan de Oro City Mindanao since September 2017. My wife is Filipina and was born in Bukidnon Mindanao. There has been a lot of development in the city here over that time. I visited Australia twice over the last seven years, and I can vouch for the fact that it's still much more affordable to live in the Philippines. Filipinos are generally happy despite often difficult circumstances, and very respectful. Recently I've noticed a change in the weather here. Rain has been rare for the first few months of this year. I guess that's the effect of El Niño. I did live in Lapu-Lapu City Mactan Cebu for a few weeks back in 2017. The traffic was crazy.
It's all good In Gingoog City for this American. Always enjoy visiting Cagayan De Oro. Amazed to see so many from Australia, New Zealand, USA even in a small city in Mindanao.
My first visit was back in the mid 80's. The obvious changes, becoming more industrialized and the extreme growth of many of the cities, the infrastructure has been the most obvious. The more advanced services offered in medical and business have been the most impactful, along with the tremendous strides in educational facilities. Since the ousting of Marcos, in the 90's, a lot of changes were made to improve the nation in general, other than those key urban centers and areas usually reserved for the more 'affluent' families. The withdrawal of US forces, and converting those installations to commercial use was amazing, though there have been some changes since then. The construction practices seem to be more in line with heavy Chinese influence, being a bit on the 'cheap and hope it lasts' type of thinking. Many of those old base facilities have been allowed to crumble, and the sudden growth of all the condo units seems to be along the 'build fast, keep costs low, and no regular maintenance included' line of business. The provinces have probably improved the most, with the introduction of many services that were never available in the past. Though there's still a good way to go on infrastructure, the opportunities for future development and improvements are highly expected.
Interviews taken at the Ayala Mall in Cebu City. We live in Davao City but that mall is perfect with the many balconies! Especially when they have live shows in the garden on the lower level outside.
You are s right about what you can buy with the peso. A mango is about a dollar,same price as in California except Philippine mango is sweeter, bigger and more delicious especially the carabao mango. Tayo is cheap. Mang inasal is cheap for lunch, Marie day or dinner.
I don't think the Philippines will ever be the next SGP. At the moment it's booming in IT jobs and Call Centers BPO but I also think AI will reverse this in the coming decades.
@@edmhie1talking with call center agents now IS like talking to a robot. Not just filipino call center agents but every one of them. And most have bad english too
I'm in Davao city. I'm not overweight. I'm not old as dirt. If you actually take care of yourself while in the Philippines, you definitely can still get any girl you want.
Not any girl you want. That is ridiculous and demeaning, as if girls do not have their type and their personal circumstances. You can do well with the ladies, but nobody gets every girl they want, as if they can just snap their fingers at any girl.
@SMoore-vj7bt Lmao. It was a statement to take care of yourself. Just do some exercise and eat healthy. Self-confidence is key. You can't walk around fat and expect to have high self confidence
@MarkGlover-re5we it's the easiest country to be a youtuber. Everyone friendly and they speak English. About making money, you have to be consistent and it takes time, but yes possible.
Metro Manila had the biggest change. It was a transformation 6 years ago. The Girl is smart and accurate. She's partly right about the money although not entirely. Rent, mortgage, fast food, restaurants & transportation (Taxi, Grab vs Uber) are 2~3x cheaper.
No one talks about the LOCK DOWN AND FORCED V AND TESTING! We know Foreigners who were locked in there condos for months with a pass to leave, it was the worst in the whole world!
Since 1982 when I first visited the Philippines, there has been too much Western fast food introduced in the Philippine diet having an adverse effect on the figures of Filipinas who have, in general, become more plump.
I doubt it's the Western food causing this. Most can't afford it, and would not eat it even if they could. The issue is sugar (in the form of sugary drinks and instant coffee), pastries, and alcohol being consumed more (as people slowly get out of poverty). I also notice Filipinos will eat huge mounds of rice with their meal. Also unhealthy/salty canned-goods like Spam, corned beef, etc..
I see it more an increase in the middle class. Standard Filipino food is very calorie dense. Once they get money, they can eat more... whether it is adobo, McDo's, or Jollibee's... it is fattening. Especially all the rice they eat.
Filipino food is not good for you at all. It's not American food. All my family started off skinny but as they age we get fat. It's just how most Filipino arms. We dread the Filipino arms when we get old. But thanks for letting us know how shallow you are
Yes, fast food makes Filipinos overweight. When I go there. I make sure I eat vegetables, fruits and fish but they are not cheap. Fast food is fast, and seems cheaper like typical mcdonald meal, burger, fries, soda is quite affordable. It seems the ones who have not gained weight are the ones working as cashiers at malls. However even women who are living in settlers ares ( the rich term for slum
Philippines had so many changes like most industrialized country. The buildings , tourism etc. Although there were some inflations. But compare to the other country . Philippines still more cheaper compare to them.
I've been to PH twice, great eye-opening experience that CZcams or blogs can't fully capture to appreciate. The traffic in Manila and Cebu is no joke, and reliability of the infrastructure is hit or miss (it really depends on your location). And while it is cheaper than living in the US, its not as affordable as one might think. Costs of goods and services are on the rise, and the whole "you can live like a king on $800 per month" is misleading. $1600 to $2000 is more realistic for the single expat and you need to factor in an additional 25-30% if you got a Filipina partner.
What are you doing there that you need over 2k as a single? Just asking, no hate or something. I’m usually spend 700-800$ and lives better than in my own country, also dating girls here. Got nice condo, gym membership, sometimes cooking in home sometimes eating out, going to other cities/islands once a week or two.
@@ShredzZ Generally speaking, expats from the west tend to gravitate to things of familiarity (I'm guilty of that too). Housing (modern condo), western style places to eat & shop, etc. are often found in cities which are more expensive when compared to living like a local. Of course, you can always find an exception to that example, like the expat choosing to live out of the cities. One expat interviewed in this video stated he only needs $800 a month in Cebu but he OWNS his condo (so no rent). I wouldn't invest like he did unless I was certain on settling in that location.
No hate or anything but you CAN literally live like a king with $800 a month. The average filipino doesn’t even earn $300 a month and they still manage to live there. Most filipinos say that you can live comfortably with $400-$500 in Manila (which is like the most expensive city in the Philippines). With $800 you literally have 2.5 time more money than the average filipino. The only reason for you to need that much money is probably that you have an big ass luxury apartment with a high rent and eat imported food (not local one). If you want you can easily live with $400-$500 in the Philippines (probably even less outside of the big cities), but the thing is most foreigners have such a high standard that they aren’t willing to reduce.
@@KnownAsLeoOk that kind of makes sense. But then that’s more kind of a thing whether you’re trying to adapt to the filipino way of living. I know a youtuber who lived in a quite nice condo in Cebu with his girlfriend and they needed like $700 for both of them to live in Cebu. If you live a humble live you can save so much money there. There are one room apartments for singles which only cost between $50 and $100 so you can live very cheaply.
I was born in the Philippines. I left 33 years ago. I went for a vacation in 2015 and last year Sept 2023 and it's the high rises that has mushroomed...the highways or freeways are new the toll plazas I mean. There's a lot of malls everywhere. There's a lot of local cheap flights all around the country. Lots of more office jobs( call centers). But the one thing that did not change is how nice and playful and happy people are . People are happier with simpler life, no mortgages, no car payments, no credit card debts, fresh food. I wish I am back in the Philippines.
Then why do so many want to come to the west? I thought about retiring in the Philippines. My wife is from Cebu. The last time I went before last September was in July of 2010. This last trip I told my wife if I never go back that is fine. There is no way in hell would i retire in the Philippines. Getting fresh produce that in the US would be fed to livestock. Getting fresh fish or meat pork that is killed in a refrigerated area without flies all over.
I am sad and happy at the same time. YES it's a good news that the Philippines is becoming more industrialized but it also means the exploitation and the destruction of our environment. I'm an environmental person than being a city person and modernizing the whole Philippines scares me a lot and giving me anxiety
@@RielleApego Blame China and allowing them to nickel mine, they are destroying the mountains on dinagat island and illegal over fishing the Philippines sea. Mountains protect against typhoons. The typhoon creates a circle when it hits the mountains and weakens.without mountains it will hit houses and destroy them. WWIII is close to starting. Let's hope people rethink war and understand nuclear weapons will destroy us all.
Nickel mining and illegal over fishing is hurting the country. Beautiful mountains destroyed that are there to protect against typhoons, without them more houses will be destroyed if typhoons hit. In 2019 you could go to the markit and buy large groupers lapu lapu I think the fish is called here. Now you never see large groupers anymore. Sad. I'm old at 65. What will happen with the young kids? The rate things are going the fish will be few and the protection from the mountains will be no more. God gave the Philippines mountains to protect it from the bad weather and to feed and supply water in dry season. The fish when they are gone then what? I'm not a fish lover but many here depend on fish for their main source of protein. I'm an American and could not afford rent in the USA. Where I live it's a small 1 room place, no SM mall or jolly bee on dinagat island. Good people and a roof over my head. In America I would be living in the streets. All places have their good sides and bad sides. In America I had to carry a gun where ever I went. Place was robbed when I went to work many times. When I got home from work I entered with handgun in hand and cleared each room upond entering. Got tired of that also. I lived in Anderson SC in homeland park. Place is drug infested but cheap rent, all I could afford at the time. I lived alone when I left there. Worked 60 to 80 hours a week. When they cut over time out it was time to leave. My life in philippines is peaceful unless my girlfriend has tampo.
First visit was Jan 2000 and after 6 days split between Manila and Batangas, I headed for 10 days on the then dubbed as 'The last natural wild frontier of The Philippines' according to The Lonely Planet Guide to The Philippines authored by a German guy called Jens Peters, who is the greatest foreign authority of Philippines life. Back then Palawan's infrastructure was nonexistent and every journey was an adventure of trepidation. From what I've seen on YT videos, it's now a commercial calamity and I feel genuinely blessed to have seen the earlier version of Palawan from North to South. El Nido only had maybe 3 choices of accommodation and even Puerto Princessa only had a handful of lodgings. I once had plans to retire there, but now I'm undecided.
I have lived over 20yrs ago for awhile in mindaue city and cebu city and hated it coz to many people as Manila. I have been to some provinces where it is alot quieter and slower pace but they do not all speak English or if do not very well. Even davao and dumaguete cities are to many people but travel regularly to dumaguete and getting used to the traffic. I live in a province now permanently and it's great as I gave up all in the states and lived in small town and worked small town there. I love the fact can get fresh vegetables and really close to ocean and is great for my breathing and I have gained back so much of my health that I don't know how much longer been able in the states keep working with the pain etc and now virtually all gone. My now Filipina and I built a small house together and she told me come home she will take care of me and yes she has brought me back health. I have seen alot of changes in cebu and its everywhere in the world. I have always loved the Philippines and now it's my home forever. Where I am now it's so beautiful the area and the sunsets are always wonderful and different here in the province and especially if at the ocean. I do not regret giving all up and moving permanently hhere
Actually im from manila so for me the changes here is not for the better but going for the worst like traffic,inflations,corruptions,poverty incidents are a littlebit going up...but positive minor changes i can say are there is a lot of malls now,and small players like groceries like puregold etc.are everywhere..condos are lot more now!
Tell the females you know to stay virgins until marriage and stop looking to be mothers being single. Tell the males to be responsible. Filipinos need the Americans to be in charge again. I have been going to the Philippines since 1996, the males are lazier, entitled and just stupid. The females enable the males to act that way.
I like the interview of the red guy, six to eight hundred dollars for a month will go a long way if you are wise spender which can be leveled to middle class here in the Philippines. But if you are living in the province where foods are not a problem , that six to eight hundred dollar living is not needed maybe three to four hundred is more than enough for a month
Lived in the Philippines for 15 years, moved my Filipina and kids to the USA, and she divorced me. So I’m coming back to Philippines, marrying another Filipina and will be living there permanently.
Depends where you live. On dinagat island they sing karaoke all the time and always have birthday party's and fiestas. Don't know where they get the money but somehow they manage. Very easy for someone to go to 50 birthday parties a year, friends and relatives. Every barenguy has a yearly fiesta. Easy to spend half the year at parties. I have been coming here since 2005 and birthdays and fiestas have always been here. Especially in province. Not so much in big cities. Income here is mostly fishing and farming and some nickel mining jobs and some work for local baranguy. Life is not easy but they still manage to have a good time. They are good people.
Recently returned from the Philippines. Went for my son's wedding and subsequent holiday. Had a great time, and I can vouch for the people's friendliness. Must say, though, we went to the richer areas of the country, although we did get a hint of the terrible endemic poverty there. By the way, my son married a Philippina lady. They both live in NZ where they met. She comes from a relatively wealthy family and they have bought a house together in Wellington. Also, they are both professionals, and she is the prime breadwinner. I moved my family from the UK to NZ 23 years ago and have no regrets.
I was married to a Filipina for 39 years. Now that she is gone, I have been considering moving to the Philippines. I am 75 years old and a little bit nervous, but I think it would be a great place to live. I was stationed in the Philippines in the Vietnam era, and have been to the Philippines many times during my marriage (last time 2022). I have been surrounded by more Filipino's than Americans for a long time and think I could get along quite well there.
The Philippines changed a lot in terms of modernization. BGC, GREEN CITY in Tarlac. The bridges coming from Cebu to Manila. A few years back none of that is around. The rural roadways are improving. It's easier to travel these days unlike before I left for Europe 20 years ago. At least, today is totally different in my home province.
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Biggest advice to foreigners smile to locals and treat them with respect because they will always treat you with respect.
should be anywhere on the planet, but people can be plain simple dickheads with attitude
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@user-nl8ts7oi3g I agree but u also bullshit respect boi
lmao now tell that to all the foreigners here in Canada. AHAHAHAHAH smile at us. that's a good one!!!!!!
Strongly agree 🇺🇸🇵🇭👊💚
Ive travelled to many, many countries, im from the U.K, and the best place for me is the Philippines! From Mindanao to Luzon, Palawan to Bicol, its beautiful. Asawa ko ay Filipina po. Mabuhay
Mabuhay !🇵🇭❤️Watching from Tokyo Japan 🇯🇵
@aprilaries Mabuhay ! Kon'nichiwa
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Mabuhay and Thank you for the nice words
@@CarolineMiranda-td1th your welcome
Thank you for all the love in the Philippines 🇵🇭
I don’t know how they stay so happy!!! Even the 7-11 security guys opens the door and greet you with a genuine smile!!!!!
Exactly
Maybe the weather?
Haha😂
That’s Filipino for you…
That’s their job
The whole world has changed. Just go back from 1900 and every 15 years evaluate what has change during that time. It is really stunning
he's right tough
But the change in the Philippines was tilted massively to the past 3 decades, as before that it was not much different than it had been for a century with most people living in grass huts with no electricity. I remember in 1991, there was no electricity on the entire island of Siquijor and not a single hotel in Dumaguete.
Since I left in 2020, they double laned most of the major roads throughout Mindanao. I was shocked on my return visit this past Feb 2024.
The most significant change came to the Philippines when the mobile phone and Internet arrived towards the end of the 21st century. I was living in the Philippines for most of the years from 1990 to 2020. In the first years, I had to wire a telegram to communicate with someone far away. And the people were much more curious and less aware of goings on elsewhere in the world. Also people were much more talkative in the street, because they were not social on their phones.
Of course the development has been massive in terms of physical infrastructure. That photo you showed of Cebu IT Park from 2000 reminds me when I used to lay down in those empty grass fields. But I was first in Cebu in the early 1990s and had a very rural feel, Cebu IT Park did not even exist.
Let's be honest. Men go for the women. Period.
Definitely the primary reason from what I've seen talking to so many people. Also me being a Man 😝
I'm just going there two months a year for girls and beaches 😅😅😅😅 Food it's terrible compare to all Asia, nightlife it's kinda boring everywhere.
They go for girls, as young as is legal
yeah you're right but not so much to hookup but to find a someone to spend the rest of their lives with and i don't blame them. the ones ive met are much different to western women, they're more lady like, modest, friendly,family orientated and of course lots are good looking. of course theres gonna be gold diggers who want a green card ect but overall they're just much nicer people both men and women.
@@SamFBM I'm just into having fun and plenty of girls want that too :)))
I first traveled to the 🇵🇭 in the mid eighties things of course were a lot different then also a lot cheaper. I just spent a few months there from October through the first week of January. I’ve travel to a many countries on 6 continents and I’ll still choose the 🇵🇭 over them all. You just can’t be the hospitable people, their friendliness and kindness by far is the best I’ve experienced in the world. Thanks for sharing your content I always enjoy viewing it. ✌🏾
Thank you for watching and sharing the changes you've noticed!
Thank you and thank you for your nice words
Once or twice in hospital I found Filipino nurses exceptionally caring - Salamat ♥️
The only thing good about philippines is the 3 year visa. Not the spousal visas this is a mistake. Don't know why anyone goes to phils anymore. Prices are worse, traffic, internet phones nothing works. Rent per square foot all foods price suck. Products fall apart after purchase because china is sending D grade to phils. Cant work in phils thats a hard fact the BI has special chase teams for those who do. Dogs everywhere full of rabies. I could go on all day. Kids die of simple illnesses like dengue then the neighbours ask for the money for the vaccine because the LGU corrupted it and theres nothing to save their childs like. Skip this hole and go to thailand
Just don't piss the local Filipinos because they aren't always friendly.
But if you're respecting them, they will respect you too.
Thank You for interviewing people to get their view of the changes in the Philippines..👍👍👍👍
good advice.. don't engage in business, because the relatives gets interest which will complicate things.
their relatives are the menaces, opportunists like hyenas
IF YOU ARE OLD MAN AND NO ONE TAKING CARE FOR YOU GO TO THE PHILIPPINES HERE EVEN YOU ARE OLD THEY DONT LEAVE YOU JUST BE KIND AND SUPPORT EVEN A LITTLE AND YOU CAN LIVE YOUR LIFE PEACEFUL AND HAPPY
Basically give money to a woman and support her and her family in exchange for sex and marriage so you can do a you girl whenever you want. Sounds like hey old perverts give is money and we love you long time
As long as you don't have to pay for the whole family and their life lol
@@user-zy2rs6ex7l yeah. And. You. Also. Take. Your. Money. With. You. Or. Eat. All your. Money. If. You. Die. No. Problem. Filipinos. CNA. Work hard. Not. Like. Western. Women. Who. Always. Cry 😭😭 on. Simple .problem.
@@user-zy2rs6ex7l Without me the economy of Mindanao would be half. LOL
@jamesrecknor6752 😆😅
Philippines is getting expensive just like America and Europe.
The food and services are still way cheaper than other countries but you have to remember that Filipinos are naturally friendly, approachable folks. They enjoy talking, socializing and having a good time. We hardly talk about negative things about family, government or news. We just wanna go shopping, sightseeing, eating out and be happy all the time
Sounds like a good time to me 😁
The food is not healthy they are friendly because you have the Benjamins!
People in general are they way you described.
@@PaulMcB873 Filipinos wil invite you over to eat if you are hungry.
They are use to being poor for centuries. They go to church religiously and follow the schedule fiestas around town. They are singers, dancers, boxers, beauty queens and top chefs to name a few.
Family oriented, great in school and hardworking people. Go this summer and see what I’m talking about
@@bert-bb3cm what you mean poor for century.imagine no colonizer.invader/colonizer control everthing esp natural resources golds , diamond , oil and gas.
That's Ayala, nice. I haven't been there in 5 years but I love Cebu. I really miss me some pork sisig, it's making y mouth water just thinking about it. My wife is back visiting now. She says the inflation is crazy and that everything is so much more expensive now.
omg the philippinos are so kind i just can't beleive
well done philippines
So kind that armed guards are needed at 7 11
im resident american here SSRV.i aint leavin..glad im here.love my filipina gal.respect out to its people..will fight to defend this country
It's up to the couple if they will help or not . But as a pilipina we love helping our families if we can .
Thank you for appreciation and kind words , Filipinos by culture are respecful and friendly, respect us and we respect also.
Was in Philippines 2014 and 2015. this year after 9 years going back and will be around 5 months this time. Just miss Philippines and people there.
You did a great job interviewing these people. Props.
Thank you guys for loving philipines.
Thank you for the Love of the Philippines ❤️
I will tell you a secret. I prefer to live where no foreigner lives. No people to get drunk and mess up the attitude people have towards me. Most foreigner can not live on dinagat island, nothing here, no McDonald's or malls, nothing here at all. Thats what makes it nice. 🙃
Agree. Best to be around locals and not many foreigners
Just came back from the Philippines (California based). I would like to live in the Philippines later on, God willing. The culture is much different. People are so respectful, courteous, kind...as an American, we tip all the time. I actually like to tip, but tipping in the Philippines is not a norm, so it's pretty great to see their reaction when you tip. The workers are so grateful. It's the complete opposite of the US for the most part. I love the US, but I love beautiful beaches, and the Philippines has them -- a lot of them.
If you live it then stop bringing Western culture with you.. I never understand why people don't understand that is not a good thing to do.. if you like the culture then adapt to it..
Your correct about the tipping Filipinos are very thankful for the tip no matter how large or small.
One of your best on the street interviews Alex, as a nice age mix and the older folks add a lot of wisdom.
Thank you!! Yes, I agree. They seem to have found their happiness in the Philippines.
MABUHAY/ThankyOu for the Nice cOmpliments..
Im from Cebu and based now In Canada. By far this was a fun video interview.
Thank you! Glad ypu enjoyed it 😁
Another great video. Really enjoy the interviews.
Thank you!! Happy ypu enjoyed it 😁
Highly appreciated. Take the very best care and have a great day.
Interesting to hear foreigners' perspectives on the changes in the Philippines. Street interviews add authenticity. Change can bring challenges but also new opportunities.
It’s a lot safer now than it was before,that’s for sure.
When was that 'before?'
@@walterdaoilen4140 early 90s
It used to be deemed 'The lawless Philippines.'
Ex President Duarte cleaned up house 👍
It’s always been safe with the exception of one little area in Mindanao. Just misinformation from media outlets, which discouraged a lot of foreigners from visiting and investing in the Philippines. The truth will always come out.
Thank you so much for your like it our country godblease you always ❤❤❤
Hey Alex nice overview I would agree that things are changing as technology continues to infiltrate the various business entities but I also see some apprehension concerning technology in terms of reducing employment opportunities in some sectors mostly retail which obviously plays a large role in the economy.
Heyooo! Nice to see you in the comments again. Yes true I totally agree
Long time resident here 28+yrs .Less pollution on the streets from auto.Aircon buses++, less crime.❤️
That’s awesome keep up the good work more power to your Vlog God bless watching from California Filipino American 😋💖✨✨
Thank you so much 🤗
Great responses Alex. I've been living here since 2009 and have noticed the traffic of course, but the main thing is the amount of foreigners that are here now is way more than back then. All the condo's going up too is very noticeable and I find that the bar scene is pretty boring these days, it was way better in the old days.
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing your thoughts Willy.
I do agree the nightlife nowadays is became boring, you know why? because of the social media ☺️ most people nowadays are busy with internet, some are gamers ang some are making money in internet 🤔
@cocomine8897 excellent point
@@cocomine8897 I mean the bars themselves have changed a lot all the good ones closed down with Covid. Mango is pretty lame these days.
@@wanderlustasia Actually a lot of the bars have moved out of Mango. They are now popping out in different locations. Like for example, we have the ICON in F.Cabahug; Club Tipsy in Mandaue; La Plage, also in Mandaue; APEX Super Club near Parkmall, there's a few near that area too in Parkmall. Things have changed now, young people nowadays think that Mango is no longer hip as it once was, and to themm it's probably for the older generation. There's even one in 8th Avenue near IT Park. There's quite a lot of new places, but they are no longer in one area. You'll just have to ask the locals, especially the younger generations.
What has changed in the Philippines since my first time there in 2017? Since the Covid times the frequency and the sophistication of the scammers has increased exponentially. Everyone suffered and everyone is living in greater poverty, so the incentive to separate Western men from their money is even more urgent.
Thanks for sharing. Can you give us an example?
If it is a scam, always remember not to give money to people you do not know. If people are saying you should invest in a quick rich scheme - please say no. This happens not only in the Philippines but all over the world. And some scammers in the Philippines are not even filipino. I talked to some on the phone and I knew exactly their nationalities since I used to work as a CSR. Some of them pay Filipino to scam.
Scammers played a horrindous dirty tricks specially when it deals to cash the point is when great inflation strike to a country the citizens that don't have enough source of income will surely embraced such act of crime. Nevertheless scenario like this can't only found in the Philippines but also in other countries.
@@renatzkigab2616 you might have been a victim for saying this. I hope next time you'll be careful to whom you're dealing with 😘
@@maggieeugenio9848 Thanks very much appreciated but thats what I heard before from the last three decades.
Thank you for posting Alex. Would like some more interviews with the old timers so they can give us some straight talk.
Yea definitely! I'll see if I could find some more 🍻
GO BACK TO CANADA AND BE FROZEN IN THERE!!! HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
There was a big change of everything, such as infrastructure, economy, education, tourism, etc...
Sad its decreased
@@YouAre-ut1ut what are yiu talkin about?
I have lived here since 2013 (first visit was US Navy, 1992). I could complain about prices going up, but the favorable exchange rate has helped so much that it really counters inflation. I was getting 42:1 on the dollar, now 56:1. That is a good increase. People here are nice and friendly. Rents are super cheap. Food is getting more expensive - but the food options are getting much better. 😎
Hi Living abroad wow nice interview an amazing story thank you so much for coming to our country especially to our dedicated foreign vloggers God bless you all
My pleasure!! Thank you foe making me feel welcome 🥳
This commentary was very refreshing and informative.
Our Makati first time 1998 moved in 2001,a lot of the best hangout closed like Cafe Havana
My first and only time was sept/oct 2015. Still trying to go back. Went to cebu, boracay, bohol, and manila
Thank you for sharing your vlog. God bless you.
Another great video Alex!
Thank you ! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
This is at Ayala Mall. I recognize the fountains and the court yard in the back ground. Was there a few weeks ago for two weeks.
Yesssir! It is 🍻
Retired here seven yrs now not leaving
Good interviews. The cost of things here in the Philippines is either cheap or expensive depending whether it's a product or service from the Philippines, or if it's imported. Almost everything imported is actually more expensive. More imported goods are becoming available on websites like iherb, lazada and shopee, but it's less expensive if you can just ship them here using a shipping company like LBC.
My first trip was march 08. Dumaguette was the second town i came to. Way more ex pats there now. It takes me a bit to relax and get in the pinoy groove, they're super easy going sweet ppl. Canada is way better organized as its pretty much mayhem in the Philippines but everything else is way better in the Phils. Hope to retire there in a few more years.
I'm Australian, and have lived in Cagayan de Oro City Mindanao since September 2017. My wife is Filipina and was born in Bukidnon Mindanao. There has been a lot of development in the city here over that time. I visited Australia twice over the last seven years, and I can vouch for the fact that it's still much more affordable to live in the Philippines. Filipinos are generally happy despite often difficult circumstances, and very respectful. Recently I've noticed a change in the weather here. Rain has been rare for the first few months of this year. I guess that's the effect of El Niño. I did live in Lapu-Lapu City Mactan Cebu for a few weeks back in 2017. The traffic was crazy.
Thanks for sharing 😊
It's all good In Gingoog City for this American. Always enjoy visiting Cagayan De Oro. Amazed to see so many from Australia, New Zealand, USA even in a small city in Mindanao.
@@jamesrecknor6752 Good to hear mate. It's true that CDO is "The City of Golden Friendship".
God bless you vlogger ! May you have more subscribers ! Mauhay pokayo and God bless !
Thank you!
Thank you for your vlog....it inspires me....
The last time I was in the Philippines was in 2016. I'm pretty sure it has a lot of changes in Manila & Cebu. I was in Cebu last time was in 2000.
My first visit was back in the mid 80's. The obvious changes, becoming more industrialized and the extreme growth of many of the cities, the infrastructure has been the most obvious. The more advanced services offered in medical and business have been the most impactful, along with the tremendous strides in educational facilities. Since the ousting of Marcos, in the 90's, a lot of changes were made to improve the nation in general, other than those key urban centers and areas usually reserved for the more 'affluent' families. The withdrawal of US forces, and converting those installations to commercial use was amazing, though there have been some changes since then. The construction practices seem to be more in line with heavy Chinese influence, being a bit on the 'cheap and hope it lasts' type of thinking. Many of those old base facilities have been allowed to crumble, and the sudden growth of all the condo units seems to be along the 'build fast, keep costs low, and no regular maintenance included' line of business.
The provinces have probably improved the most, with the introduction of many services that were never available in the past. Though there's still a good way to go on infrastructure, the opportunities for future development and improvements are highly expected.
Very interesting. Thank you for sharing your experiences with changes in the Philippines 🍻
Actually the development has been focused in the sh8ties. The provinces have not developed that much.
Interviews taken at the Ayala Mall in Cebu City. We live in Davao City but that mall is perfect with the many balconies! Especially when they have live shows in the garden on the lower level outside.
Exactly
Very interesting conversation. Good honest question.
Thank you!
You are s right about what you can buy with the peso. A mango is about a dollar,same price as in California except Philippine mango is sweeter, bigger and more delicious especially the carabao mango. Tayo is cheap. Mang inasal is cheap for lunch, Marie day or dinner.
Great Interview Alex. I love living in Cebu with my family. Wouldn't be anywhere else. Prices have gone up but that is just a fact the world over.
Thabk you!
Yea, exactly. We just have to accept it and make the best of it.
Going back to Cebu in November , love the place!
Great content. Very well done.
Thank you!
agree, that last interviewee, the girl, she speaks really well.
Love the Philippines🇵🇭 ❤❤
great people, modern amenities in Cebu. Great city
I don't think the Philippines will ever be the next SGP. At the moment it's booming in IT jobs and Call Centers BPO but I also think AI will reverse this in the coming decades.
I di agree with you regarding the Call centers unfortunately
The call center jobs are done. Filipinos can’t think they just follow the script.
@@edmhie1 That's the point, you wont know it's a robot. Keep up with AI man.
@@afather.Yes they get paid from the head down they dont get paid to think.
@@edmhie1talking with call center agents now IS like talking to a robot. Not just filipino call center agents but every one of them. And most have bad english too
I'm in Davao city. I'm not overweight. I'm not old as dirt. If you actually take care of yourself while in the Philippines, you definitely can still get any girl you want.
Not any girl you want. That is ridiculous and demeaning, as if girls do not have their type and their personal circumstances. You can do well with the ladies, but nobody gets every girl they want, as if they can just snap their fingers at any girl.
@SMoore-vj7bt Lmao. It was a statement to take care of yourself. Just do some exercise and eat healthy. Self-confidence is key. You can't walk around fat and expect to have high self confidence
I LOVE..MY HOME LAND..PHILIPPINES. ❤
I noticed over 15 years in PI the number of scammers has gone from 20% of Filipinas to 80%. Still the 20% is still a lot of nice women. ❤
Your videos are awesome. I’ve been to the Philippines a few times my fiancé lives there now. I love it there beautiful country, my Canadian brother.
Eyyyyy!!
Glad ypu enjoyed them! Thanks for watching and sharing your experiences
Is it hard to be a CZcamsr in the Philippines? And can you make money off of it?
@MarkGlover-re5we it's the easiest country to be a youtuber. Everyone friendly and they speak English. About making money, you have to be consistent and it takes time, but yes possible.
Metro Manila had the biggest change. It was a transformation 6 years ago. The Girl is smart and accurate. She's partly right about the money although not entirely. Rent, mortgage, fast food, restaurants & transportation (Taxi, Grab vs Uber) are 2~3x cheaper.
THANKs So Much
No one talks about the LOCK DOWN AND FORCED V AND TESTING! We know Foreigners who were locked in there condos for months with a pass to leave, it was the worst in the whole world!
I was there at the time. I agree. It was brutal
Complete Nonesnse. Treated like prisoners.
Since 1982 when I first visited the Philippines, there has been too much Western fast food introduced in the Philippine diet having an adverse effect on the figures of Filipinas who have, in general, become more plump.
I doubt it's the Western food causing this. Most can't afford it, and would not eat it even if they could. The issue is sugar (in the form of sugary drinks and instant coffee), pastries, and alcohol being consumed more (as people slowly get out of poverty). I also notice Filipinos will eat huge mounds of rice with their meal. Also unhealthy/salty canned-goods like Spam, corned beef, etc..
@redpillsatori3020 good point
I see it more an increase in the middle class. Standard Filipino food is very calorie dense. Once they get money, they can eat more... whether it is adobo, McDo's, or Jollibee's... it is fattening. Especially all the rice they eat.
Filipino food is not good for you at all. It's not American food. All my family started off skinny but as they age we get fat. It's just how most Filipino arms. We dread the Filipino arms when we get old. But thanks for letting us know how shallow you are
Yes, fast food makes Filipinos overweight. When I go there. I make sure I eat vegetables, fruits and fish but they are not cheap. Fast food is fast, and seems cheaper like typical mcdonald meal, burger, fries, soda is quite affordable. It seems the ones who have not gained weight are the ones working as cashiers at malls. However even women who are living in settlers ares ( the rich term for slum
Foreigner friends, just smile, respect every Filipino you meet and speak Tagalog a word or two and you will get the best treatment you deserve
Ayala Mall MIss my work place before.Thank u all for loving My country ❤
Thank you for sharing your thoughts 😁
Philippines had so many changes like most industrialized country. The buildings , tourism etc. Although there were some inflations. But compare to the other country . Philippines still more cheaper compare to them.
I've been to PH twice, great eye-opening experience that CZcams or blogs can't fully capture to appreciate. The traffic in Manila and Cebu is no joke, and reliability of the infrastructure is hit or miss (it really depends on your location). And while it is cheaper than living in the US, its not as affordable as one might think. Costs of goods and services are on the rise, and the whole "you can live like a king on $800 per month" is misleading. $1600 to $2000 is more realistic for the single expat and you need to factor in an additional 25-30% if you got a Filipina partner.
What are you doing there that you need over 2k as a single? Just asking, no hate or something. I’m usually spend 700-800$ and lives better than in my own country, also dating girls here. Got nice condo, gym membership, sometimes cooking in home sometimes eating out, going to other cities/islands once a week or two.
@@ShredzZ Generally speaking, expats from the west tend to gravitate to things of familiarity (I'm guilty of that too). Housing (modern condo), western style places to eat & shop, etc. are often found in cities which are more expensive when compared to living like a local. Of course, you can always find an exception to that example, like the expat choosing to live out of the cities. One expat interviewed in this video stated he only needs $800 a month in Cebu but he OWNS his condo (so no rent). I wouldn't invest like he did unless I was certain on settling in that location.
No hate or anything but you CAN literally live like a king with $800 a month. The average filipino doesn’t even earn $300 a month and they still manage to live there. Most filipinos say that you can live comfortably with $400-$500 in Manila (which is like the most expensive city in the Philippines). With $800 you literally have 2.5 time more money than the average filipino. The only reason for you to need that much money is probably that you have an big ass luxury apartment with a high rent and eat imported food (not local one). If you want you can easily live with $400-$500 in the Philippines (probably even less outside of the big cities), but the thing is most foreigners have such a high standard that they aren’t willing to reduce.
@@KnownAsLeoOk that kind of makes sense. But then that’s more kind of a thing whether you’re trying to adapt to the filipino way of living. I know a youtuber who lived in a quite nice condo in Cebu with his girlfriend and they needed like $700 for both of them to live in Cebu. If you live a humble live you can save so much money there. There are one room apartments for singles which only cost between $50 and $100 so you can live very cheaply.
@vanillagrammer6019 either we have different definitions for a "King" or you've never been to the Philippines
Great interview ❤
Thank you 😁
Enjoy bro for your vacation or staying in that beautiful country of mine be bless my friend all you day have a a good day ❤❤❤
I was born in the Philippines. I left 33 years ago. I went for a vacation in 2015 and last year Sept 2023 and it's the high rises that has mushroomed...the highways or freeways are new the toll plazas I mean. There's a lot of malls everywhere. There's a lot of local cheap flights all around the country. Lots of more office jobs( call centers). But the one thing that did not change is how nice and playful and happy people are . People are happier with simpler life, no mortgages, no car payments, no credit card debts, fresh food. I wish I am back in the Philippines.
Then why do so many want to come to the west? I thought about retiring in the Philippines. My wife is from Cebu. The last time I went before last September was in July of 2010. This last trip I told my wife if I never go back that is fine. There is no way in hell would i retire in the Philippines. Getting fresh produce that in the US would be fed to livestock. Getting fresh fish or meat pork that is killed in a refrigerated area without flies all over.
I am sad and happy at the same time. YES it's a good news that the Philippines is becoming more industrialized but it also means the exploitation and the destruction of our environment. I'm an environmental person than being a city person and modernizing the whole Philippines scares me a lot and giving me anxiety
Same here.
I am saddened that hallf of our mountain here has been chopped off
@@RielleApego Blame China and allowing them to nickel mine, they are destroying the mountains on dinagat island and illegal over fishing the Philippines sea. Mountains protect against typhoons. The typhoon creates a circle when it hits the mountains and weakens.without mountains it will hit houses and destroy them. WWIII is close to starting. Let's hope people rethink war and understand nuclear weapons will destroy us all.
Nickel mining and illegal over fishing is hurting the country. Beautiful mountains destroyed that are there to protect against typhoons, without them more houses will be destroyed if typhoons hit. In 2019 you could go to the markit and buy large groupers lapu lapu I think the fish is called here. Now you never see large groupers anymore. Sad. I'm old at 65. What will happen with the young kids? The rate things are going the fish will be few and the protection from the mountains will be no more. God gave the Philippines mountains to protect it from the bad weather and to feed and supply water in dry season. The fish when they are gone then what? I'm not a fish lover but many here depend on fish for their main source of protein. I'm an American and could not afford rent in the USA. Where I live it's a small 1 room place, no SM mall or jolly bee on dinagat island. Good people and a roof over my head. In America I would be living in the streets. All places have their good sides and bad sides. In America I had to carry a gun where ever I went. Place was robbed when I went to work many times. When I got home from work I entered with handgun in hand and cleared each room upond entering. Got tired of that also. I lived in Anderson SC in homeland park. Place is drug infested but cheap rent, all I could afford at the time. I lived alone when I left there. Worked 60 to 80 hours a week. When they cut over time out it was time to leave. My life in philippines is peaceful unless my girlfriend has tampo.
Not in Iloilo thou! ..Iloilo is turning into eco tourism nowadays with people planting more Mangroves and into eco farming .
@@rosemendez931 that's good to know 💕
First visit was Jan 2000 and after 6 days split between Manila and Batangas, I headed for 10 days on the then dubbed as 'The last natural wild frontier of The Philippines' according to The Lonely Planet Guide to The Philippines authored by a German guy called Jens Peters, who is the greatest foreign authority of Philippines life. Back then Palawan's infrastructure was nonexistent and every journey was an adventure of trepidation. From what I've seen on YT videos, it's now a commercial calamity and I feel genuinely blessed to have seen the earlier version of Palawan from North to South. El Nido only had maybe 3 choices of accommodation and even Puerto Princessa only had a handful of lodgings. I once had plans to retire there, but now I'm undecided.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences
Yes the Philippines is a great place to live
I have lived over 20yrs ago for awhile in mindaue city and cebu city and hated it coz to many people as Manila.
I have been to some provinces where it is alot quieter and slower pace but they do not all speak English or if do not very well.
Even davao and dumaguete cities are to many people but travel regularly to dumaguete and getting used to the traffic.
I live in a province now permanently and it's great as I gave up all in the states and lived in small town and worked small town there.
I love the fact can get fresh vegetables and really close to ocean and is great for my breathing and I have gained back so much of my health that I don't know how much longer been able in the states keep working with the pain etc and now virtually all gone.
My now Filipina and I built a small house together and she told me come home she will take care of me and yes she has brought me back health.
I have seen alot of changes in cebu and its everywhere in the world.
I have always loved the Philippines and now it's my home forever.
Where I am now it's so beautiful the area and the sunsets are always wonderful and different here in the province and especially if at the ocean.
I do not regret giving all up and moving permanently hhere
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences 😊
I loved this video!!! It might be a benefit to your channel to do more videos of the Philippines using the same format
Haha thanks. I guess you're new to the channel 🤭
isa sa pinakabobong comment na nabasa ko.
Watching from dammam Saudi but im from Philippines
Thank you very much.
Actually im from manila so for me the changes here is not for the better but going for the worst like traffic,inflations,corruptions,poverty incidents are a littlebit going up...but positive minor changes i can say are there is a lot of malls now,and small players like groceries like puregold etc.are everywhere..condos are lot more now!
Thank you for sharing the changes you've noticed 🍻
Tell the females you know to stay virgins until marriage and stop looking to be mothers being single. Tell the males to be responsible. Filipinos need the Americans to be in charge again. I have been going to the Philippines since 1996, the males are lazier, entitled and just stupid. The females enable the males to act that way.
Thank you 🙏🏼 😊
I like the interview of the red guy, six to eight hundred dollars for a month will go a long way if you are wise spender which can be leveled to middle class here in the Philippines. But if you are living in the province where foods are not a problem , that six to eight hundred dollar living is not needed maybe three to four hundred is more than enough for a month
I watched your blogs from Kansas City USA ❤
Thank you! Welcome to the channel 🥳
Lived in the Philippines for 15 years, moved my Filipina and kids to the USA, and she divorced me. So I’m coming back to Philippines, marrying another Filipina and will be living there permanently.
Some of these foreigners marry women successful Filipinos wouldn’t look at. So they’ve to support the family.
Have you noticed any changes in the Philippines?
Yes! Bec of soc med. & d west craziness , badly influenced our youngs ...they learned to dance disgusting twerking. We don't want that to Pinoy kids!
Instead, these young filipinas should be dancing at the beer bars with old men gawking at them like they usually do. lol@@cherrysakura2760
it changed after covid. its not as festive as before.
Depends where you live. On dinagat island they sing karaoke all the time and always have birthday party's and fiestas. Don't know where they get the money but somehow they manage. Very easy for someone to go to 50 birthday parties a year, friends and relatives. Every barenguy has a yearly fiesta. Easy to spend half the year at parties. I have been coming here since 2005 and birthdays and fiestas have always been here. Especially in province. Not so much in big cities. Income here is mostly fishing and farming and some nickel mining jobs and some work for local baranguy. Life is not easy but they still manage to have a good time. They are good people.
@@humungushumungus213 not here I'm the only foreigner in my barenguy. All the others left. I don't support a girls family.
it's ok to have a business as long you are in control and study well the business. so you can help them that's a bonus i guess
Recently returned from the Philippines. Went for my son's wedding and subsequent holiday. Had a great time, and I can vouch for the people's friendliness. Must say, though, we went to the richer areas of the country, although we did get a hint of the terrible endemic poverty there. By the way, my son married a Philippina lady. They both live in NZ where they met. She comes from a relatively wealthy family and they have bought a house together in Wellington. Also, they are both professionals, and she is the prime breadwinner. I moved my family from the UK to NZ 23 years ago and have no regrets.
Congratulations!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences 🥳
I was married to a Filipina for 39 years. Now that she is gone, I have been considering moving to the Philippines. I am 75 years old and a little bit nervous, but I think it would be a great place to live. I was stationed in the Philippines in the Vietnam era, and have been to the Philippines many times during my marriage (last time 2022). I have been surrounded by more Filipino's than Americans for a long time and think I could get along quite well there.
Thank you for sharon and all the best with your move
God bless any of foreigners visiting phill.godbless enjoying your life and olways happy....
an orphan wife from philippine
a house in thailand
my life goal
Creepy pedophile comment dude.
Orphan meaning no family to deal with. 😂
House in Thailand meaning cheaper cost of living. I translated for you. 😂
Yeah that could work. Remember that women want/seek a lifestyle and men look fir love/sex
@@bigwalt3898 you complete me
Wtf pedophile
Good video!! Philippines definitely my opinion better in the 1980s 90s
The Philippines changed a lot in terms of modernization. BGC, GREEN CITY in Tarlac. The bridges coming from Cebu to Manila. A few years back none of that is around. The rural roadways are improving. It's easier to travel these days unlike before I left for Europe 20 years ago. At least, today is totally different in my home province.
Since I left in 2020, they double laned most of the major roads throughout Mindanao. I was shocked on my return visit this past Feb 2024.
A lot changed after Covid in the Phils..
Not really. Everything feels back to normal
@@marimar3161 yes mostly back to normal. But it will be coming back by late 2025 or so.
@@marimar3161 Countries already prepurchased 10 vials for every citizen. How do they know in advance?
@@marimar3161 the much worse mandatories will be link to the national registration that was recently pushed after the prior trial run.