12 Ways The Philippines Is Better Than America

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Model and actress Rachel Hemphill and international songwriter and music producer David DiMuzio discuss experiences as foreigners (non-native born Filipinos) in the Philippines. These are 12 things that we both like better about living in and visiting the Philippines, as compared to the US.
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0:00 Introduction
0:41 THE MUSIC IN TAXIS.
1:27 EATING & ORDERING "FAMILY STYLE"
2:06 LESS "SUE HAPPY", MORE FEELING OF ADVENTURE.
2:54 MORE INSTANTLY FRIENDLY TO FOREIGNERS
5:08 SOME US RESTAURANT CHAINS ARE BETTER IN THE PHILIPPINES
6:29 WAY BETTER MANGOES
6:44 BETTER MOVIE THEATER EXPERIENCE
8:00 THE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP PEOPLE IN SMALL WAYS THAT STILL HAS A SIGNIFICANT AFFECT ON THEM
9:46 THE OPPORTUNITY TO EASILY MAKE NEW DEEP AND MEANINGFUL FRIENDSHIPS
11:10 BETTER COVER BANDS.
11:42 YOUNGER DRINKING AGE. BETTER NIGHTLIFE. LATER PARTIES.
12:48 BONUS #1 - BETTER BEACHES
14:54 WHAT ELSE DO YOU LIKE BETTER ABOUT THE PHILIPPINES?

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@colindowner6198 4 жыл бұрын

I lived in Quezon City for 6 years. I'm learning Tagalog now because my wife(who is a Filipina), My son and I will be in the Philippines for a visit in December. It was so hard to leave the Philippines when we did. The Philippines holds a very special place in my heart and I refer to it as Home. I may be a Filipino/American but my heart is purely Filipino and I identify as such. Mabuhay Pilipinas. 🇵🇭

@colindowner6198 4 жыл бұрын

@Erin Galban Walang Anuman \m/

@marlyndangay8681 3 жыл бұрын

wow!

@rainappleby 3 жыл бұрын

It's the best city in the Philippines 🇵🇭

@colindowner6198 3 жыл бұрын

@@rainappleby yes it is. Used to play in a couple bands and we'd gig all over QC and Manila, sometimes in the provinces. Greatest time ever \m/

@ryanrhea1 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Colin, were you able to visit Philippines last December. I'm worried about this pandemic that's why I asked.

@kenspix 4 жыл бұрын

I came to the Philippines 12 years ago to visit, and loved it so much I never went back to the states.

@scottpool4777 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I know the feeling the states there’s nothing absolutely nothing compared to the Philippines God bless🇵🇭

@lerezadomrique1594 4 жыл бұрын

WTF!!!!!!!! :0

@lerezadomrique1594 4 жыл бұрын

WTF!!!!!!!! :0

@lerezadomrique1594 4 жыл бұрын

Bruhhhhh

@reblade8884 4 жыл бұрын

Is it 2007?

@marvinjayplenos1570 4 жыл бұрын

For us Pilipinos ... US is the best when it comes to lavish lifestyle and luxurious stuff....until someone from US say its us who lives in a better country not looking at material things but the way people treat others in general, and the natural landscape. Thank you for helping us appreciate our humble country.

@antoniocaneroramos5880 3 жыл бұрын

believe me Marvin , i been both the u.s and phillipines, i am spanish , and the States its a horrible place , full with extremely racist people , unfriendly , rude , violent society , phillipines is a paradise , happiness is not based only in money.

@scottjohnston6841 Жыл бұрын

I agree with you! I'd hate to be an African American or Latino there. Shocking racism, violence, shit wages, poverty you name it. I am from New Zealand and I have lived in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, easily the US would be at the bottom of that list. I don't understand the obsession of people wanting to move there. Australia is easily the best place for opportunities as an immigrant hands down followed by Canada. Yes the Philippines is stunning! The most beautiful beaches,scenery and friendly family oriented people

@JC0820 Жыл бұрын

Here in the Philippines, you need to be kind, respectful, hardworking, and God-fearing to survive and one day be successful. People here learn the hard way, so they are down to earth even if they are successful, not like in the United States, where everyone is spoon-fed.

@sapphiresphinx7268 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Switzerland and been in many countries but Philippines still the most friendly and caring people around the world! And yes not all are pretty but the important is we still smile even in the most desperate situation.☺☺☺😘😗😊😚

@cassandraaustria633 3 жыл бұрын

@9ine9ine1ne stoopid just shut up

@christyllemaesanico5950 3 жыл бұрын

You are a Pilipino? but can't spell it correctly? Nice dude.

@P4NK6336 3 жыл бұрын

@9ine9ine1ne stoopid totoo Kang pilipino I name lagay Ng states Ng pilipinas

@jamescameron7645 2 жыл бұрын

@@cassandraaustria633 Please don't stop him/her. This is what the people in most of the countries to scam foreigners. It is artificial smile to scam a foreigner. They are wrong about Americans. Americans are the most honest people. Their friendship is real, never scam you.

@segbin4807 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Though we are generally poor but our culture maybe better than anywhere else.

@WyattCox 4 жыл бұрын

Same for mangoes and bananas. I love fruit in the Philippines.

@cristyrp 4 жыл бұрын

True. Same here. And there are many species of both fruits too with distinctive pleasant tastes.

@kathesnobbycat4586 4 жыл бұрын

thats why your name was so familiar... i knew it

@kelleychilton2524 4 жыл бұрын

Philippine fruit is awesome!!

@DaicyMiaLuv2 4 жыл бұрын

Yah! Missing some fruit like lansones, barely seen in U.S and taho..and many more missing to eat...wishing to have vacation..

@MikeTinaVlog 4 жыл бұрын

oh, really? wow!

@buenasdias910 5 жыл бұрын

Some Filipinos don’t realize how beautiful the pilipinas is 👍

@EckRD 5 жыл бұрын

The thing is, most Filipinos in the PH are oblivious( blinded by poverty and family issues) to their surrounding or never too far from their town to explore. If they do explore, SM mall or some lake/fall.

@leapdrive 4 жыл бұрын

One day we’ll wake up in our Western world and ask ourselves if we now live in the old USSR or in Communist China. Not the Philippines; the Philippines is looking like the haven of real freedom.

@ramirenriquez6795 4 жыл бұрын

Or we do but our minds already got influenced by what beautiful should be, which is western lifestyle.

@leapdrive 4 жыл бұрын

Fuchumo..., I disagree. Most families are now in their middle class. Many in the poorer class still do enjoy their beaches that are nearby. You don't see them starving and their kids go to public schools spread out across the country. There are much fewer of those you describe.

@goldenstate7177 4 жыл бұрын

ang sumisira sa pilipinas ay ang mga LP dilawan sila ang salot sa pilipinas realtalk.

@gwendailytv9321 4 жыл бұрын

And that's the reason why I retire in the Philippines there's no place like home 🎉💐🇵🇭

@dreemsaragon3544 3 жыл бұрын

Kilan uwi mo deto Sa pinas sweetheart At akoy mag hihintay sayo.. Deto sa Manila..

@hunny2xbunch 3 жыл бұрын

same here!

@jayolandres3970 3 жыл бұрын

Im a Filipino &watching this while smiling. Thank u.

@dreemsaragon3544 3 жыл бұрын

Welcum babes..

@jabujolly9020 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you're smiling. Filipinos have a lot of reason to be proud.

@CYMRUKID69 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to leave the UK & go to live in the Philippines beautiful country with beautiful people.

@nemowei5553 4 жыл бұрын

Come over here. I left the EU in 2011. Was the best decision I ever did. To find a job in Manila should be not a problem. I can give u a shelter.

@CYMRUKID69 4 жыл бұрын

@@nemowei5553 how did you do this? I would love to live & work in the Philippines but I have no idea of how to gain permanent residency there, finding a place to live, finding work. But it would be a dream come true I'm tired of life in the UK which is not the same after we were dragged into the EU. The Philippines is a beautiful country, beautiful people living there would be a dream come true.

@relaxationcreaturewildlife9715 4 жыл бұрын

alwys welcome here..

@arjechyoshida9182 4 жыл бұрын

Thank for your love in our country mabubay

@KMacFNP 4 жыл бұрын

My in laws neighbor in Cebu are both from Europe. Right side is German. On the left is British......Both wonderful people too. Very curious about the islands and what it offers. They both are crazy with Filipino delicacies except the balut.....LOL!

@elmercelo9357 5 жыл бұрын

That's the best trait of a foreigner, finding & looking at the good & beautiful things rather than criticizing & complaining. But of course you cannot deny the beauty of Philippines, not only the God's given beauty of nature but most especially the kindness of people. Love u guys!

@albionboi8091 4 жыл бұрын

The women are more beautiful that’s why they keep winning Miss Universe :)

@aintteabutfact4334 4 жыл бұрын

Indubjflip what is wrong with dark skinned women. Lol racist

@aprilaries1223 4 жыл бұрын

Those who wons for beauty pageants are not purely blooded filipina,they are mixed and more on americans-filipino blood...why not check them

@markbigelow2608 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. It's that latin mix blood.

@marslock1642 4 жыл бұрын

Red Pill I find it sexist and shallow promoting the physical beauty...that’s a thing of the past. There are way more important and more senseful way to promote the Philippines other than that.

@joesdi 4 жыл бұрын

@Indubjflip what is wrong with dark skin?

@Myah_asianbutterfly03 3 жыл бұрын

I been in the US since I was 16 but before coming to the US I used to live in Sicily Italy. I left Philippines when I was 12 years old. I’ve only been to the Philippines twice and I’m 45 yrs old now and my husband is American and he too wants to visit and live in the Philippines. I can’t wait to bring him to my motherland!🇵🇭

@zzzzzsleeping 5 жыл бұрын

Filipinos dont realize Philippines is the most beautiful country in the planet. Their OCEAN, landscapes, the greenery, rain forest, waterfalls, rivers, mountains, rich of natural resources and most of all the GOD FEARING FRIENDLY PEOPLE.

@jervichans4829 4 жыл бұрын

Filipino knows that Philippines is beautiful country on earth.

@aa-zr6fz 4 жыл бұрын

Poverty, corruption, lack of discipline...

@GTX311 4 жыл бұрын

"God fearing" now, that's funny. 🤣

@leapdrive 4 жыл бұрын

GTX311, Repeat after me, “THE...PHILIPPINES...IS ...THE...MOST.....GOD-FEARING....COUNTRY....ON....EARTH. Attendance at Sunday mass is standing-room only in most churches.

@GTX311 4 жыл бұрын

Going to church does not mean that they fear God. You just like to brag about how you're so religious and how you fear God but do you actually fear God? I don't think so. 😁

@esedda6219 4 жыл бұрын

I guess, Filipinos are really caring even with customers on restos and everything else. True hospitality like a homely feel. I love the oreo cake in Starbucks!

@marvinshae8383 4 жыл бұрын

Oh boy i love the filipino culture.... They're so friendly and lovable that's what i really love Philippines.

@kaycee3788 4 жыл бұрын

Yup...The 1st time I came here in the US, I thought I'm gonna loss my sanity, I told my husband that America is the Saddest place I've ever been to... It's also undeniably a beautiful place but it's the people ( Not all anyway) makes it the loneliest, Selfish place to stay, Most people don't Care at each other at all...When you keep smiling at people they think you are crazy & when you sing/hum randomly, They call you weird and when you are too kind/ Helpful, They think you have Bad motives or a terrorist which is totally opposite of what I been used to growing up in the Philippines... That's why we will be going back home in the Happiest Place Philippines Soon & stay there for good.😍 Philippines maybe a 3rd world country but it's the Filipino people that makes it a beautiful place to live, Where Filipinos treat locals & foreigners equally with respect & Love💝

@anomaloustick4471 4 жыл бұрын

Kay Cee it’s just a different culture and Americans are friendly it also depends where you go in the US

@indovilletv8601 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. America is very lonely and things that seem normal such as smiling or being friendly is seen as a threat to many people. There are amazing Americans but majority Make us feel unwelcome here sadly.

@liliamedina9690 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you

@liliamedina9690 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you

@kimharleylanit7907 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

@BaibonnDilangalenSangid-fv9qk 4 жыл бұрын

Barry Manilow cried during his concert at ULTRA, 😘😘😎 he can't believe his favorite song "As Sure As Am Standing Here" is so popular in the Philippines. He said the song, one of the first he wrote and sang is not even played in the US? Everybody knew it, so that when Barry started singing - - - his voice is lost in the crowd, drowned in the audience's voices singing much louder 😁😍👌

@haydeeobedoza8313 4 жыл бұрын

Really people in the Philippines they are happy of whay they have they love to laugh even in times of trouble and difficulties family oriented and God fearing people.....

@hundsam2929 4 жыл бұрын

It’s always play in radio that the reason why from decades they love the song

@winterkai12 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are always the most supportive fans to any musician, celebrity, or group as far as I know.

@BaibonnDilangalenSangid-fv9qk 4 жыл бұрын

@@winterkai12 Remember Claud Van Dam whose first movie never make it to Hollywood? When Filipino watched and made it top grosser, Van Dam become a big star out of Bloodsport. Eric Carmen was a big star here long before Mariah Carey sang his "All By Myself".

@winterkai12 4 жыл бұрын

@@BaibonnDilangalenSangid-fv9qk Really Filipinos are amazing, no wonder why these famous personas also love their Filipino fans as much.

@kaiplandor6610 5 жыл бұрын

Although Filipinos lack material things but never lack on caring for other people.

@semi5alpha 4 жыл бұрын

Estorya.. Eh bakit yung nasagasaan sa Shaw Blvd, ninakawan pa..

@sweetheartsakura3375 4 жыл бұрын

Yes mostly! And kind and friendly! But there are still greedy and bad people around! Just to be clear w thatso foreigners won't get fooled and still be careful!

@sweetheartsakura3375 4 жыл бұрын

@@semi5alpha that's what you call there's no perfect country esp perfect people! Anywhere you go there's always bad people...

@melliedelacruz1693 4 жыл бұрын

@@semi5alpha In genetal talagang mababait at marunong makipag kapwa ang Pilipino.Sinisira lang ng masasamang elemento tulad ng example mo. Pero ikaw, sa sarili mo gagawin mo ba yun? Malamang hindi di ba?

@alfredhitchcock45 4 жыл бұрын

Mabait sa foreigner Salbahe sa kalahi

@antiyou8037 4 жыл бұрын

Philippines is a great and beautiful country. I'm looking for the comments that says Philippines was Ophir, or the lost Ophir but ain't nobody but me. So, yah.. I believe it's true.

@daveclark8726 3 жыл бұрын

Teach us more. How so?

@daisytadena9893 3 жыл бұрын

Me I believed this is the land of Ophir (now Philippines named after king Philip of Spain) Garden of Eden back way Adan and Eve.....

@rembertomagbanua4188 3 жыл бұрын

Philippines is a great and beautiful country-period!

@j0nph0n3 3 жыл бұрын

@@daveclark8726 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q5qohM-HtNO2m5s.html

@alejandro457 2 ай бұрын

I believe that Ophir is the Philippines.🥰

@aphilippinesadventure9184 4 жыл бұрын

Freedom? In general there is NO comparison! It is much more free here in the Philippines! I have been in over 60 countries and the Philippines is home to some of the most friendly people in the world. If you are a decent person, you will be well treated in the Philippines! Your observations are spot on! The drinking age in the Philippines? Are you big enough to carry the bottle?

@aphilippinesadventure9184 4 жыл бұрын

An added observation- In the USA, If you are in the hospital, hope and pray you get a filipina nurse, because she will be the best in terms of caring for patients in a kind and compassionate way. Secondly, many cruise ships around the world prefer Filipino staff because they speak English and have a good sense of hospitality.

@stfuplsok 4 жыл бұрын

@@aphilippinesadventure9184 and peenoise always kiss the shiny fat ass of their master America too.

@pmhernane3903 4 жыл бұрын

That No.1, music in taxis... It was mentioned that there are some American songs that he discovered in PH but didn't heard while he was in US. It may be one of the reasons why some foreign artists tour Philippines more and they are very grateful to Filipino fans! It may be because their music got more recognition and was more appreciated here 🇵🇭💕

@wizemagexxx5505 4 жыл бұрын

I think it is barry manilow one of his song

@pmp521 Жыл бұрын

Filipinos love yacht rock type of music. That and sappy loves songs from the 70s and 80s

@iKaylacsR-tist-hu8ql 10 ай бұрын

I like this comment that reminiscence me before migrated to America. The Chicago song “Song For You” was very popular in the Philippines but my brother in-law, who were in the US Navy, said didn’t know and not much heard this in America.

@Genkuro 4 жыл бұрын

50% bake sale YES! I always pass by one or two Bread and pastry stores before going home and load up. The idea is that the next day, fresh bread is made for that day alone, which is good.

@larrylouie 4 жыл бұрын

New movies in the US are shown during Fridays, while in the Philippines they are shown during Wednesdays.

@Liz-mk3cm 4 жыл бұрын

I agree people,nature,culture,hospitability I love all of this I'm lucky to be a Filipino citizen 🇵🇭♥️♥️♥️

@teejaycarter2842 4 жыл бұрын

Lhie Zuh Friendly or hospitable if you are white /Foreigners but sadly not to fellow Filipino.Im Filipino and that’s reality.

@artsandculture26 2 жыл бұрын

@@teejaycarter2842 You have a valid point. Alas, some Filipinos still suffer from colonial mentality so they give preferential treatment to foreigners esp. any white-skinned foreigner. In my first years here in Canada, I used to smile at fellow Filipinos, but, some of them looked the other way or pretended not to see me. It was so frustrating and demeaning. Who do they think they are? Just because they have probably become Filipino Canadians or have lived here longer than I they snubbed me, a fellow Filipino, in a foreign country?

@bobbyvalentine5715 4 жыл бұрын

There is no such thing as a perfect country But there is a thing called better country Friendly people with such a nice vibe Cheap cost of living Nature and City is awesome And its called The Philippines

@garfeildblack7815 4 жыл бұрын

Because the land of promise the land of creation

@jujunetabaatpangitako430 4 жыл бұрын

Thats why we Always Say to All "MABUHAY" !

@iDYPilms 4 жыл бұрын

its not cheap what can 1 peso get compared to 1 dollar in labor or goods?

@bernantejimmy4329 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks chef Bobby 😊

@evelinearston2671 4 жыл бұрын

Well, rich people can only say cheap while poor people 10pesos is already expensive

@fym7976 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Love!❤️🇵🇭 She’s so pretty!👌

@nextchannelnext8890 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, Rachel is a beauty

@melindadomingo8663 4 жыл бұрын

MOST BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD 👍 GOD BLESS PHILIPPINES 🙏🏻

@anomaloustick4471 4 жыл бұрын

melinda domingo bless it but it’s not the most beautiful

@yannakim5192 3 жыл бұрын

actually philippines is a third world country it is one of the worst country in the world and thats because your a hypocrite filipino youre always saying that it is the best but its not

@rainappleby 3 жыл бұрын

"Can't Cry Hard Enough" by the Williams Brothers, after telling my foreigner friends about that song, it blew their minds. They don't believe it.

@lifelover6674 3 жыл бұрын

Awwe.. A favorite song too..!

@ismuok5666 4 жыл бұрын

Philippines is blessed by God! That's the reason!

@johnlacey3857 4 жыл бұрын

Ismu Ok That’s so true! I think of the Filipinos as God’s gift - and His role models - to the rest of the world.

@gmme9819 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Praise God😊

@tripprawlings9284 4 жыл бұрын

seriously? the country is cursed by biblical proportions....typhoons, mudslides, floods...waiting for the locusts to rain down on the place and eat the national rice crop..

@ismuok5666 4 жыл бұрын

@@tripprawlings9284 haters, satan get out of the Philippines, in Jesus name! Lucifer go to hell, burned forever!

@k.k.krebellion3975 4 жыл бұрын

@@tripprawlings9284man gtf outta here

@rtfil-amcouple4130 4 жыл бұрын

Filipino mango, is the best mango in the world. Every time we spend vacay in the Philippines, my husband literary eat mongo everyday, 3 times a day. My husband love the Philippines, because of the Filipinos, foods and beaches. More power to you David and Rachel. Thank you for sharing this video. God bless.

@ernsteinbugatti6492 4 жыл бұрын

R&T Fil-Am Couple..... Mestisang pinays are always very pretty. Its like coffee with creme mixed together.

@idzmusic9798 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. please come and visit again Philippines.

@jasminjaneo3628 4 жыл бұрын

Please do note the world sweetest mangoes are from Guimaras, Island, in the Visayas

@johnpaulopaat4394 4 жыл бұрын

Magkakabungang araw Yan pag palagi kumakain ng manga.. Ahaha..

@zabeth1968 4 жыл бұрын

kudos on giving money on the homeless!!this is very true!!if you help homeless in the Philippines they can and they might gamble their life for you to be safe...that's filipino way.

@torasuncion5385 3 жыл бұрын

Once this covid has subsided, here comes Philippines!

@controllingtheironbeastalu5639 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are so compassionate and humble!you can feel the humanity in each and everyone of them.

@legendaryTMNICO 3 жыл бұрын

You also forgot to mention that some of them like to be loud in public too. Some of them are too damn clueless too because the Philippines ranks as one of the most ignorant countries in the world.

@sapphiresphinx7268 3 жыл бұрын

@@legendaryTMNICO And you are one ignorant from your country too you are not worth to be a vlogger no wonder you got few subscribers.🙄🙄🙄

@normangeron8703 4 жыл бұрын

Well, it’s more fun in the Philippines!🌴🏄‍♀️🌴🏄‍♀️🌴🏄‍♀️🌴🏄‍♀️when God created earth he made sure the most gorgeous beaches are in the Philippines!

@garfeildblack7815 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is because the Philippines is land he chose to be his nation..the land of promise and it will be better and better for the coming years because the end is near so now the Philippines is being a popular like bible said my nation will be very beautiful among other nation in the right time

@sheryllovestobake9898 4 жыл бұрын

@@toonflix3757 ang bastos mo naman.

@toonflix3757 4 жыл бұрын

@@sheryllovestobake9898 bobo ka kase ignorante ka wala kang alam hahaaha

@angelcordova3709 4 жыл бұрын

@@toonflix3757 WTF ANG *RACIST* MO TOL EWWWW

@angelcordova3709 4 жыл бұрын

@@toonflix3757 Fcking racist. Nakakadiri ka bweset

@amiriego4188 4 жыл бұрын

This video should have million views!

@ironalynrubin9465 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are family oriented 😊💖

@honeygracecastro9052 4 жыл бұрын

If you're in the province, you can ask for mangoes for free and you can get it yourself. Hehe

@culturemachines 4 жыл бұрын

penge po

@manny7886 4 жыл бұрын

Yep and if they didn't give you one or 2, just go back at night at get a lot ... LOL!!! I've done that as a kid.

@ramelechaluse6772 4 жыл бұрын

@@manny7886 lol hahaha oo nga nman pg d nmigay gabi ubos si manga

@ltljulian 4 жыл бұрын

@@manny7886 That's stealing!

@DavidBrockes 4 жыл бұрын

Provinces are the best.....the city sucks, I hated Manila.

@ryanapolinario9502 4 жыл бұрын

Thats why i really love my own country .. i never imagine that i also felt that to another country.. only my country.. Philippines.. I AM PROUD TO BE A PILIPINO .. AND GIVING A CHANCE TO BE BORN BEING A PILIPINO

@markledesma3251 4 жыл бұрын

I like people who are disciplined, most filipinos are not, you go to bangkok and the streets are super clean because the vendors help with the cleaning

@johnlacey3857 4 жыл бұрын

Mark ledesma It’s true, if discipline is really important to you, go to Germany. I guarantee you’ll be impressed; I know I was. But if it’s more important for you to have warmth, companionship, empathy, generosity, and good relationships then go to the Philippines. It’s no accident it’s called “the friendliest place on Earth”.

@markledesma3251 4 жыл бұрын

@ john lacey i moved to the philippines in 2011, at that time i was obese at 235 lbs and balding, my 11 mile drive to work takes an hour back and forth whether i use the freeway or surface roads plus the stress at work, the philippines is a godsend and in a 6 year relationship with a guy 22 years younger than me so a win win for both of us hahaha had i stayed in southern california i have to deal with scraps and frequent visits to ER for chest pains, 25 years ago my haircut at my favorite salon was $20, now less than a dollar and they have ac too

@johnlacey3857 4 жыл бұрын

Mark ledesma Mark, I’m glad to hear the move to PH has been a lifesaver. You probably wouldn’t have had the same kind of new lease on life in Germany! I’m looking to do the same kind of thing... I’m overweight, high BP, pre-diabetic, fatty liver, high triglycerides, always fatigued and always stressed out. Now if the Philippines were only cooler and less humid...! I’m from Canada and I melt in that heat. But hopefully it will be better if I lose a bunch of weight. Best of luck to you!

@markledesma3251 4 жыл бұрын

@ john lacey i lost 50 lbs in the first 9 months by walking 3 hours a day 5 days a week, still consume the same amount of soda and ice cream, i still perspire even when raining so would shower 3 times a day, my cholesterol is high so i take fish oil daily and a statin med once a week, i have other meds as well which i get at TGP, a generic pharmacy, u can opt for baguio as it is cooler

@rechellemalabag7952 4 жыл бұрын

Some of us Filipinos don't really appreciate how good our country is but after watching the two of you and after reading the comments on how you guys appreciate our country, I realize how good our country is. And on behalf of many Filipinos, we're grateful for your appreciation. ❤

@felicisimomendoza394 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very very much for the commendation of our country's culture. I appreciated very much. Best regards.

@renpinero3171 5 жыл бұрын

No. 6.. US chain restaurants in the Philippines are 3 x better!! Dennys in the US are getting bad in terms of service and menu but when I was in Cebu and meet my former American co-worker who recently retired we were blown away by how much Denny's restaurant was way way better in terms of service and the food was so good than in the USA

@ayannagrasya8441 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are the best☺

@redranger518 4 жыл бұрын

US Chain restaurants in Manila are now charging service charge just to eat there, I found this out by eating at a TGIF in Robinson Mall near the US embassy, what a rip off. Seems to becoming more common in Manila each trip I take there.

@jasguy2715 4 жыл бұрын

@@redranger518 Anyway Filipinos can find another way to get money out of your pocket, they will! Next, a sir charge for Aircon!

@gerryyabesph 4 жыл бұрын

These US chain restaurants are 3x better because they are run by Filipinos. Lol

@Moss_piglets 4 жыл бұрын

@@bakitba73 because pay is crap so you get crappy people and teens who just see it as a summer job. But in the Philippines it's a job that feeds the family.

@habibkareem5506 5 жыл бұрын

That 50% sale on bake goodies at 8pm untill closing time is really true. I love buying cakes at that time

@justsomeperson980 4 жыл бұрын

You are always welcome back here!

@Andy1076 4 жыл бұрын

Friendly warm hearted people all around, especially in the province and great food paired with paradise beautiful islands. I love the Philippines so much! ❤️☺️

@mjveciana346 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Philippines, enjoy life! And thank you for the appreciation 👍👌👏

@JoeJennieJourney 4 жыл бұрын

I already have so many friends in the Philippines can't wait to get their, thank you all the information

@dodendelrosario932 4 жыл бұрын

im your new friend! count on me

@JoeJennieJourney 4 жыл бұрын

@@dodendelrosario932 you can find me on Facebook kaibigan ko

@tonybarfridge4369 4 жыл бұрын

joe loane i have friends even though I've only visited several times and can't speak the languages.

@JoeJennieJourney 4 жыл бұрын

@Tony Barfridge it's a easy language it learn

@yhensmobilelegendsgameplay1433 4 жыл бұрын

Hello new friend here

@laraangelaira7729 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a Filipino and I'm happy to know that there's a lot of foreigners loves Philippines 💖

@PinayMarriedtoTaiwanese 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for embracing us Philippines cultures, customs, foods, tradition.

@melvinalvarado1476 4 жыл бұрын

We (Filipinos) are rich...in our hearts

@enniswhalen2428 4 жыл бұрын

M F - And in the way you treat others . . ..

@ms.mischievous2662 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSMMDH 😂😂

@MiguelJuliann23 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. It's cool. You found songs in taxis. The 50% an hour before closing is so true. 1K is already a huge amount for someone digging from thrash. Thanks for helping my poor kababayans in your own small way.

@tuichidelmoral3180 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video guys.. it is what makes me proud as a filipino, philippines is just an amazing country where there are so many things that other countries doesn't have, some filipinos just dont realize and take this place for granted....you guys are great!!!!

@kitkatswarovzkie557 4 жыл бұрын

A humble Thank you! David and Rachel for all these compliments about my country...God bless and enjoy Philippines!!

@bryanbondad6669 4 жыл бұрын

One thing about filipinos. Is that hospitality is their middle name.

@sheryllovestobake9898 4 жыл бұрын

@bully, hahaaha, well, maybe.

@DaicyMiaLuv2 4 жыл бұрын

Yah! Love my country..missing back to go there..

@evelinearston2671 4 жыл бұрын

My middle name isnt hospitality so im not filipino?

@paddler494 4 жыл бұрын

"friendly staff" is included in every review I have ever written about Philippine restaurants, stores, and hotels. I am hard pressed to recall anyone who with pangit "bad" attitude

@winterkai12 4 жыл бұрын

😂

@kutnahora100 4 жыл бұрын

I agree the movie theaters in the Philippines is way better than the US. Comparing the theaters in the whole Bay Area (San Francisco) is nothing to the ones like Bonifacio Global City, Bonifacio High Street.

@mr-vb3id 4 жыл бұрын

pano po?

@joeyreynoso1462 4 жыл бұрын

Yes its true.. the theater are smaller and the sound system is not as good as in Philippines.

@markledesma3251 4 жыл бұрын

But when i watch 5 or 6 movies paying once at amc16 in burbank then i got a bargain, they have 16 screens with 16 different movies plus the popcorn and soda are refillable

@bobbyalexanderdatingaling 4 жыл бұрын

Here in Idaho, our local theater has electronic reclining seats. Though what I notice is...a lot of old establishments don't get regular renovations. Unlike in the Philippines where establishments like restaurants and theaters get updated every couple of years to stay competitive.

@westox1149 4 жыл бұрын

Our movie theater in Maryland has the same feature electronic reclining seat , leather, you can order food just like you are in a restaurant, and the Good thing is the theater is not always crowded it feels like you own the Theater hahah sarap buhay di ba :-)

@sassyrhaine3800 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you guys for loving snd appreciating the PHILIPPINES👍 proud filipina here🙋

@peterlim559 4 жыл бұрын

Next year I will be going back to Philippines for good after working abroad, I miss the food, nature and most especially the people.

@Jerry-dk8se 4 жыл бұрын

Don't forget that when Journey needed a new front man, they found Arnel Pineda in the Philippines. My soon to be retirement Country. My wife is from the Philippines, and I'm truly blessed to have found her and my future home land

@iqtravelsinheels 3 жыл бұрын

Pls do...YOU WILL NEVER WANT TO GO ANYWHERE...a lot of Americans retire here and they usually either live in Tagaytay or the BGC...HAPPY NEW YEAR!💗💗💗

@Jerry-dk8se 3 жыл бұрын

@@iqtravelsinheels we have property in Laguna Province, and my sister-in-law is running a business that we helped establish

@iqtravelsinheels 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jerry-dk8se , oh, i meant for this comment for someone else.. i misplaced it ..anyways, im so glad you decided to retire in the Philippines...are you folks already here? If you are, hope you're having the time of your life!

@rembertomagbanua4188 3 жыл бұрын

And they have to let him go ( I know the inside story - my in laws are in the business). Filipinos cannot seem to stand prosperity - they have to squander it!

@Jedd-zr8qk 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for loving your wife sir. Wish you have more happy years living with her in the Philippines soon.

@akichang748 4 жыл бұрын

Thanx guys for appreciating your roots, being Filipino , and we are unique.💐👍😇

@theempress1104 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I really appreciate this, being a Filipina. Thank you so much to the both of you for being amazing good people. God bless you! 😊🙏

@elladouglas33 4 жыл бұрын

I was born and raised in the Philippines and lived there for 30 years of my life. There are moments that I want to go home for the reason that I miss my family, but I wouldn't move back there just because of the 12 beautiful things you mentioned. Here in the US, there are hundreds of beautiful things that I don't need to mention because they are very obvious that is why many people around the world want to live here. My favorite thing here that I couldn't enjoy in the Philippines is silence. No gossip and most of all, people here know where to put their trash. However, I appreciate you two for sharing your thoughts about Philippines. There are so many rooms for improvement and everybody knows that. I hope we do better for the sake of children there. I still plan to retire in the Philippines but not in Manila or other big cities. We'll see.

@metalman69201 4 жыл бұрын

I am in South Dakota and what state do you live in?

@rembertomagbanua4188 3 жыл бұрын

I could not agree more and then some! I inherited Real Estate holdings from my family so I keep going back PI to check. I am an older athletic person in good health but now I am taking medication since I started managing this business. I suffer from employees stealing money and materials. The good pay does not seem to matter as it does not stop them from stealing. I am also fed up with government employees corruption, so counter productive!!!. I hope Duterte puts as much effort into stopping government corruption starting with BIR as he does on fighting drugs - that would be sooo nice!

@evilydal Жыл бұрын

Yes i hate the MARITES culture in the PH. Most not disciplined also when it comes to their trash

@samaustria1863 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for all the kind words!!!God Bless and Take care!!!

@rahulmaron 4 жыл бұрын

agreed with the first one. music in taxis, jeepneys, especially in the early afternoon, i have discovered a lot of timeless american/english, filipino songs that i love. Now here abroad, i kinda forgotten the joy and happiness the music can give.

@DavidDiMuzio 4 жыл бұрын

Totally. I feel like half of the "new favorite" songs I've discovered over the past 10 years (many old songs I'd never heard before) I discovered in taxis and jeepneys in the Philippines.

@mattijarvinen3966 4 жыл бұрын

who the hell wants to sit in a jeepy crammed in there like sardines hot and humid the jeepy just stinks

@rgm6595 4 жыл бұрын

matti jarvinen It's a matter of choice

@rahulmaron 4 жыл бұрын

@@mattijarvinen3966 you'll find beauty in unexpected places.

@jamesm9674 4 жыл бұрын

@@rahulmaron bullshit. you ride jeepneys because it's the cheapest way to commute and there's no easier way to travel. shut the fuck up with your "beauty in unexpected places". if taxis costed the same as jeepneys do, nobody would ride a jeep no matter what.

@gengen857 4 жыл бұрын

Speaking of beaches try boracay and palawan I'm sure you gonna love it..

@jprab 4 жыл бұрын

I really love philippines too, specially when I was in BGC. the people there are very humble. I wish can visit again there. Greetings from mexico pampangga.

@jocelynbuhong2696 4 жыл бұрын

Yes.our place😊😍😍

@velascozechariahbscs-1a303 4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@Jedd-zr8qk 2 жыл бұрын

We're happy here reading your nice words. Greetings from Loondon and Calapefornia in the Republic of Bohol.

@Pivos2 4 жыл бұрын

You forget the main thing -BEAUTIFUL FILIPINO LADIES - one of them is standing next to you.

@Cloudatlas1111 4 жыл бұрын

That mix is so gorgeous.

@Cloudatlas1111 4 жыл бұрын

Hund Sam you’re so dumb she’s so feminine. Adding Asian to Caucasian always creates a more feminine looking woman.

@hundsam2929 4 жыл бұрын

neonhell I’m not talking about her but I’m replying to the comments that he stated “Filipino women”

@hundsam2929 4 жыл бұрын

neonhell I agree on mix race so beautiful

@Cloudatlas1111 4 жыл бұрын

Hund Sam ok lol. I was like why is he putting her down she’s really cute!

@nenitajohnson7910 4 жыл бұрын

Yeeeeeah wanted to go home right now from Chicago, but should wait ‘til my son finish college and can stand with his own....

@rainreigns 4 жыл бұрын

As a Filipino, this is making me proud and it flatters me. Thanks guys

@projectjoma4639 4 жыл бұрын

Love watching you guys giving your honest opinions about your experiences in the Philippines. All those points you mentioned are absolutely true!

@DavidDiMuzio 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment 💜

@DavidDiMuzio 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment 💜

@hanksweeting4117 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful vlog I love what you guys share on this vlog I love it there in the Philippines as well I have been travelling there back and forth for about fifteen years I truly enjoy the baked goods my favourite is the Banana cake my trips are usually in northern Mindanao the city of Cagayan De Oro keep those great vlogs coming Sa Dios ayoayo

@alyzza1753 4 жыл бұрын

🖤

@appleromas694 5 жыл бұрын

Very true, thank you for sharing your experience in Phil and the people, we are a free country and free to also embrace anyone with open arms.muah!

@hodlerking6512 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are happy people. Even if they don't have a lot. They can still find a way to smile at you.

@marlyndangay8681 3 жыл бұрын

amen. be contented with the simple things in life. the most important is salvation-our personal relationship with God!

@pepitocaranza918 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy I was born in this place of the planet Philippines good climate, people are friendly, this is paradise place Amen

@joylitz2477 3 жыл бұрын

After watching this ... I’m retiring early at 43 and forget all about my personal and business pursuits in US

@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 4 жыл бұрын

The hospitality of the Filipino people is unparalleled. That’s a common knowledge.

@bernadettericario75 4 жыл бұрын

What did you say about my country

@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 4 жыл бұрын

What do you mean

@rogeliozamora9264 4 жыл бұрын

Unparalleled meaning unequalled; top of the scales. But I'll have to disagree on this. The Syrians, Iranians, and Western Samoans are quite hospitable, too ! I'm Filipino.

@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 4 жыл бұрын

You’re entitled to your own opinion. The expository” Unparalleled” word still stands. The nationalities you’ve mentioned might have some semblance of being hospitable, to some degree per se, as all other nationalities but Filipino hospitality is one of a kind, hence it’s unparalleled.

@rogeliozamora9264 4 жыл бұрын

@@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 everyone's entitled to his opinion. So what's your view on our brand of hospitality that's one of a kind?

@roeldomz7943 4 жыл бұрын

Philippines is so beautiful even we are not to rich country but were rich happiness,tourism,humble, and pilino is very friendly in any ways😊😊

@lexangelurumregino2591 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing things to help people in need which makes you feel happy in return. Good job David .Thank you!

@arrietymoon7382 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't know that 50% off on bakeries 😂😂 ngayon ko lang nalaman yan.. mas mura din bilihin dito and yes, Filipinos are hospitable 💖

@Moss_piglets 4 жыл бұрын

Yea me neither. What bakery is that or is it because they're just foreigners

@naiaciis625 4 жыл бұрын

may mga bakery sa mga malls na 50% discount 30 mins before closing time minsan hindi lang bakery meron din sa fastfoods sa loob ng malls na nag o offer ng 50% discount before closing time

@LoneWolf-oi4yx 5 жыл бұрын

Salamat sir David and Ms.Rachell 👍👍👍🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

@nextchannelnext8890 4 жыл бұрын

🇺🇸

@amayvloger 4 жыл бұрын

That's why I'm proudly powered as a filipino and I love my country as well thank you so much for sharing

@touchmenot54 4 жыл бұрын

She is so pretty...she is not the typical Filipina-American look..she is..she is..she is...i can't describe..

@jericlamb2676 4 жыл бұрын

Shes a little bit shy, i didnt knw she's 18

@MildredEscol 4 жыл бұрын

#9 yes! I relate much to that! Seeing them with a big smile means a lot small or big things. Every June 01 we’re giving away school supplies to a lot of less fortunate kids in southern part of the country the number of kids is increasing every year. But sharing your blessing is very rewarding.

@jhonbarrientos4274 4 жыл бұрын

,wow thank you for appreciated things our beauty here in Philippines

@Ramfadora 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks David for sharing this awesome video. Keep helping people David. God bless you.

@DavidDiMuzio 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :) ...God bless.

@artsandculture26 2 жыл бұрын

I so agree with you about building deep and lasting friendship in the Philippines. I've been living here in Canada for more than 13 years now and I couldn't find a true friend. In the Philippines I have a few friends who are ever dependable, loyal and sincere and are like blood sisters/brothers whom I miss very much.

@hassanhanii5094 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for the nice commentary about our country, I remember David went to our office in MBC (FM Radio Stations) and we got to receive a copy of his CD, you even performed in Robinson's Imus Cavite in "The Feast Cavite" .... You were also featured in "Kapuso Mo Jessica Sojo" TV Program in GMA 7. God bless you David more success for the two of you... :-)

@sherhasim9136 4 жыл бұрын

Proud to be a Filipina! ❤️🇵🇭 Maraming salamat sa video nato David and Rachel. Love y'all! 😘

@christian1004 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for appreciating our beloved country (Philippines)😊😊😊

@florentinojavieriii1868 3 жыл бұрын

BLESS YOU TWO SHARING THE POSITIVENES OF THE PHIL.

@aidareganit5611 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys. Thats very kind of you talking about the good things in the Philippines

@benafluck 4 жыл бұрын

I love Philippines..😉😊they are All happy Face😉😊😮

@MikeTinaVlog 4 жыл бұрын

jare lax thanks

@pogiit5998 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, like me now 😁

@sarinamayari8309 4 жыл бұрын

@@MikeTinaVlog never forget filipinos love singing as well!

@markryanlegaspi3019 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to visit the pearl of the orient. Best beaches, food, and very nice people.

@ricardopastor2211 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe we are all just a positive thinker. We always look on the bright side even there is no bright side. Worrying wont solve anything. Just smile and the solution will come eventually hehehe THAT'S PINOY

@juancarlosvaldes4538 4 жыл бұрын

I'm actually searching for my future Filipina soulmate! I hope to meet a good hearted Filipina for serious relationship leading to more if we have chemistry and compatibility. Then I can visit there and enjoy your beautiful country!

@lani215 4 жыл бұрын

free lodging yeehhh! 😃

@RoseAnneEbitMCredo 4 жыл бұрын

Present haha....filipino here.....

@idzmusic9798 4 жыл бұрын

Hi..i have lots of friends

@stormythunder3374 4 жыл бұрын

Juan Carlos Valdes me too im a filipina single and 36 years old.i hope to meet agood hearted guy for a serious relationship.😊

@treadure4life 4 жыл бұрын

😅😅😅😅 good luck with that

@filrubio2739 3 жыл бұрын

Wow.....I feel extra happy with the sharing you have made...Thank you to both of U.....So nice ..

@precyelgincolin5241 3 жыл бұрын

We're blessed to have u in d PH. Thanks for your kindness!

@jenniferdavis2110 4 жыл бұрын

I was born in Manila and in 1980 I came to the U.S. and I'm thinking of going back in a few years. I can't wait! 🇵🇭❤

@hundsam2929 4 жыл бұрын

Jennifer Davis wow long time

@nextchannelnext8890 4 жыл бұрын

all, welcome home

@troyl8441 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear all these wonderful things foreigners notice about the Philippines! Thank you guys! Enjoyed this video!

@scott80ca 4 жыл бұрын

Those foreigners need to praise everything about the Philippines in order to get more views. They're not stupid.

@troyl8441 4 жыл бұрын

scott80ca well not everybody sees the negative like you do lol. Love begets love and hate attracts hate.

@scott80ca 4 жыл бұрын

@@troyl8441 No hate, just stating a fact that those foreign vloggers need to praise everything or their channels don't grow. And you're right not everyone is just there for easy channel building or for monetary reasons.

@stfuplsok 4 жыл бұрын

@@scott80ca Exactly you nailed it 101%!!!

@exs1803 4 жыл бұрын

Filipinos just love to be praised by foreigners, in particular the white skins whom they think and treat like the gods, to adore and fawn upon . If any of them dare to criticise or say anything bad about the country, the Pignoy Pride will be hurt so deep and so bad god help the foreigners. Reminds me of dogs that need to be patted on the heads and stroked and they will lap at your feet. Else they will bark like mad and threaten to bite.......

@cryptospeculator9626 4 жыл бұрын

Helping others such a plus here! And my priorities are improved here, where money can be helpful - a lot!! - but friendship, conversation, a prayer, practice English (or Tagalog!) and needing household help / handyman - and paying for it - are other ways of giving.

@esperanzacelicaviloria1315 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts about PH. I was enlightened.... never thought that when you eat out with friends in the US it is not usual to share it with others.😊