We are poor but our heart is full ❤️ #respectful #hospitality #friendly #contented #Filipino #happy #people

I'm from Mindanao when you pass by in, expect everyone will see happy to be closer in your yacht as we seen only in the movie.♥️

Hey, I know that man in your thumbnail, His name is A-long, he's my neighbor in Sitio Jamboree in Governor Generoso, and he;s a good guy. Thank you for featuring him here. :) Edit: here's the response of Alau the man featured in this video (it use native language in Bisaya) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z9aUfq56scnTimg.html

They have little to nothing but they still give. I love my countrymen!

I was scared at first... But just like what I said Filipino's are polite and very hospitable people. Traditionally once you give them something like food they will return something also in all their expense like a traditional barter exchange.

They just want their family back home to try your Food. We call it "imported" here. Hahaha

Got teary eyes he is our neighbor in Mindanao. His name is Along. God bless you guys you are amazing and brave. Say Hi to them from California.

Proud to be a fellow Canadian (Saanich, even) to these fine folks. The world needs to see more of this and less of the mainstream news. There is good in the world and it far outweighs the bad. 👍🏾

Alo makes me proud because i am also Filipino. We sometimes look like suspicious looking but the reality is we are more friendly than the other races. #ProudPinoy

Fresh tuna in exchange to canned tuna, doesn't matter who wins the trade but what important is the cordiality.

Filipinos are awesome if you give them something they’ll give you something in return. 🤗 travel safe.

They were actually good people and they have this fondness over for foreigners like yours. Filipinos are giving people, I’m glad to see you back in phil 🌊. ❤️

Thanks for visiting the Philippines and taking a risk.

The boat named JUAN DELA CRUZ meaning and represents the ordinary FILIPINOs...counter part of UNCLE SAM of the Americans

That’s what you call “Barter System” where you exchange goods with other products which is done in remote areas where the monetary system is non existent. The boats name “Mary Grace” easily gives away the Christian or catholic background of the boatman.

It's almost like trick or treating on the ocean

I really appreciate what you did to our fellow Filipinos. I am also coming from Mindanao living in Norway. That is always like that bargaining food or things.

Mindanao especially those areas were given a really bad rep by the national media/press. The people there are as polite & will give you a warm welcoming smile just like in the rest of the country. Thank you for visiting again & showing The Philippines to the world. See you guys again & Safe Travels ⛵ God Bless!

watching from Cal. USA. being a Filipino in far away place and watching your video makes me appreciate your being so kind to those fisherman. We are God fearing people and friendly. I like watching your blog. May the good Lord protect you from bad weather and make safety in your travel.

Those fishermen were so kind! They made my day, We need more people in the earth like that like if you agree.

Omg! i am so proud of these people. They're approaching you to give something without actually expecting anything back, i know because i understand what theyre saying. And you might not know this, but what theyre actually giving to you is like a big part of their total income.😊

Poor fishermen. They were mistook as pirate. Atleast they proven their not. 😔

PH is generally hospitable..not perfect but intrinsically genuine..

I think those fishermen are tuna fishers based at General Santos city, Philippines home of boxing champ Manny Pacquiao. They go as far as the border of Indonesia. If you visit Gen. Santos you will see the Tuna market.

Isn't maddening that only one percent can ruin it for everyone, but that is life! Be Safe Guys!!!

Bless your journey guys🙏and thank you for giving and trusting my fellow men at the sea even if it’s risky. But I was touched on how both of u guys give and take from each other 🥰. Be safe and have a wonderful sailing ❤️

i am a seafarer myself..i miss passing in the strait of tawi2..barter fish over anything we can give..from medicine, food, coca cola, used coveralls and shoes.. am smiling watching this video...God bless and Bon Voyage

Filipinos are the nicest people 😇🙏✌

Barter trading is still being practiced among fisher folks. Coastal fishermen sometimes barter goods from the land for fish to trawlers who often spend months on end at sea.

I think they're not pirate they only curious for a yatch sailing right there becuase for them its strange.but this is Filipino tradition when you give them something they give you something in return. And this is also a barter exchange tradition for Filipino Fisherman and yes Its still Existed.

I love the Philippines, spent a lot of time there, met my wife there, started our family and am presently working on a WWII era project...quite large ....to travel and enjoy life. I never had a bad experience in the Philippines. Wonderful people, wonderful food, and a beautiful country in general.

Got teary eyed. Never expected this video would be emotional. Love you guys! And the people of Mindanao!

Amazing to catch a video this early, if you guys are reading this keep safe and continue having a great time 💙

That brought tears to my eyes. I think they just want a taste of what you 'fancy people' are eating. Good trade. You still need to be wary though since it only takes one bad apple to get into a bad situation.

you guys are inspiring. i cant express how much light you two bring into this world! thanks for being totally awesome people. sending love from SanDiego,CA

This is a unique content I hope you guys sailing all around the philippine island more years

PILIPINO are friendly people 😊😊 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 - I LOVE 🇵🇭

You guys are amazing, let the Lord keep you safe through your adventures.

Filipinos are usually curious, sometimes they try to stay close to you. Look at you or stare at you and Some foreigners find it intimidating but you know what just try to smile to them and maybe say Hi im sure you will be surprise how friendly they are.

Love this Vlog you guys are so different from all the travel vlogs I’m seeing here on YT. Keep up the amazing work, praying for your safety and I know more adventures ahead for you two. Best of Luck 👍🏼

I'm not sure if I'd take that risk. Great memories and experience vs. risking our life. Respect to you.

You two are a fantastic and a amazing couple and i' m proud to live in a world where still people like you are living and following their dreams in the way you do. With an open mind toward the world and life the world and your life will open up for you.

My favorite part of the week. Catching your latest video. You both are such great ambassadors of your contries. My heart is always happy when I watch your videos. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventures ♡♡♡

Just discovered your channel a few days ago, binged all of your videos start to finish in about 4 days. Love the positive mentality y’all share!

That's it, I'm quitting my job, selling my home, and I'm traveling the world for one year. I'm 37, no wife or kids, I just put my 17 year old dog, who was the last of my 5 pets, to sleep 5 weeks ago, my house is paid off, and I have a VERY nice savings stashed away. Seeing this video brought me to tears and made me wonder why I haven't done something like this before with this one life I've been given. Thank you...

Ashley; I so love your hair color. You are letting it go and it is beautiful. From a former Hairdresser/ Colorist.

You guys have a heart of gold. God bless you two. Fair wind

Leave a smile on my face seeing you giving and taking. Keep safe people.

I love your message. Thank you for this positive video and amazing adventures that I am enjoying vicariously.

I can usually tell a pirate vessel from a fishing vessel by the crew and ship. Pirates usually have galleons with long guns. The captains also tend to wear large hats and the crew carries cutlasses. I hope this comes in handy for you.

Imagine the trade of fish for a different taste of food these fishermen wanted.

I've been watching your channel for a while now and I really enjoy your positive attitudes and your willingness to try new things, no matter how scary or unusual. I've also learned a lot from the two of you. Thanks for letting us know the charts are unreliable!

Your vlogs are a breath of fresh air. It is unique and interesting. It is very informative too. Thanks for sharing what's it like traveling the world throught seas and oceans. Keep it up! Safe travels.

That is from General Santos City fisherman... Manny pacquiao place

carefull ur travel guyz and good luck and thankfull ur visiting in my country one and only phillipines. luv u,,,

I appreciate ur good samaritan I am so proud as a poor fililino, God bless both of u guys🙏 Enjoy and keep safe! Ur no.1 fans here in doha, qatar

Thank you for visiting in the philippines. Pilipinos very friendly😁🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

Im from mindanao and I thank you guys for doing this. Godbless you both!

Filipinos are not just about sharing what they have, in this case as one already mentioned their income. It’s about hospitality and pride in sharing their humble culture to anyone who is willing. It’s not always material, they, we, are about having other cultures experience ours and we are very happy to do so albeit the many times we have been conquered by other countries in history. Call us gullible having been taken advantage of but the clean intent is first and foremost for us.. I really enjoyed this video and seeing your adventure across the globe especially the interactions with the locals in the Phils and other countries. Keep up the great work!

Great video! This reminds me of a similar exchange I made in a Cuban port a while ago. A couple of fishermen came near my boat. They wanted clothes, which I was happy to give them, and they gave me fish in return, which I didn't expect. But It was a memorable interaction.

That's great! barter in the middle of the seas. Crazy! Be safe and have more adventures.

Awesome guys!!!! The regret of 'not giving more' after a genuine human experience, is REAL! Cheers & Love from Nova Scotia, Canada -Eileen (Dairy Farmer, with a sailing/travelling problem)

Fishermen in the Philippines will really wave at you and greet you. They will call you ma'am and sir. The gesture "putting something on your mouth" means food

Love the interaction you and the fisherman had, hope you guys get many more like it.

This is awesome guys😍thank you for visiting philippines😊👍👍👍

That's yellow fin fish... that is expensive in manila

im so happy watching you guys!!! im Filipino!!! sharing is caring!!! glad you showed good image of my people!!!Philippine Island

Growing up, you’re always told of the bad in life, taught to be safe & live life by the book. I’ve commented before saying something somewhat like this about a year ago I wanna say. Anyways, thank you for uploading constantly and keeping my thoughts wondering. I plan to sail the sea one day, hope I see you guys there. Life, it’s a beautiful thing once you get to explore it.

*trades fish with some food and supplies* *PROUD TO BE PINOY* 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭❤️

Enjoy staying here in phillipines . God bless your journey .stay safe sweet couple 😇😇

Great music in this episode. Good job. I've never heard any of those songs before.

Have a safe trip guys...your kindness is the most effective language

subscribed last night but this is the 1st video i watched. excited to watched more adventure from your channel. 😍 keep safe always 🤗

Super great vid as always. I learn SO much from you two! PEACE OUT! Ü

Man, that little boat is crazy!!! It like a hybrid boat resembling a jetski. Nice video. Take care guys. I missed the sea. I use to travel a lot out on the sea but I got married and have kids and things changed for me. Prayers to you both. Have a safe journey!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Another fantastic video. Thanks Ben & Ashley!!!

I'm really proud with my countrymen who's trying their best to earn a living in a clean and modest way. They may be having difficulties in life but they face it everyday with courage and positivity. We may be a poor country for now, but definitely our hearts are full of kindness and generosity. Stay safe and thanks for visiting our country. May all voyages be boring. God bless. =)

Just another awesome video! ;-) Thanks for sharing.

almost cried with your generosity Alau!

Safe travels!!! Thank you for being generous💖

you are so lovely guys, im keep watching your video's, keep sailing 😊😊

Filipino fishermen trade their catch for some different food product or items , since they've been fishing for so many days at sea. There's a name on that boat "Princess Mary grace" i'm sure is the daughter of that fisherman, and would be very happy to see what you gave. Salamat.! .."but take care always !

Absolutely amazing to have the comrodary out in the middle of no where! People are amazing at heart!!! Love this!

great. no.....GREAT production. you guys are the best! thankyou.

You guys are generous to the poor fishermen. you deserved a sub :)

Amazing filipinos, even in the ocean they are friendly.

You have a voice of a narrator! Absolutely amazing story telling tone! Thanks for the content!!

Great video again guys and a longer one which was great! Can’t wait to see it in the daylight! 🇬🇧😀👍

We are always told of the bad in the world. You guys are showing that it's not really like that, their is good in our world. Be safe and love following you guys.

The place you are talking about at 3:20 is called Sohoton Bay in Bucas Grande Island. I'm actually from the island, just on the other side and I wished I was there to meet you guys since I've been watching your videos for months now. We don't usually get a lot of tourists during this time but there are maybe one or two persons manning those areas.

I don't know anything about sailing but I watch every video you guys are amazing I dream of doing what you two are.

Thanks for smile and waving back to my fellow Filipino's ✌️✌️👍👍👍✌️✌️😍

Wow guys you have a very big heart 💓 thank you for sharing your stuff to my fellow Filipino’s... salute to both of you ... happy sailing guys😊😊😊

my assistant and my friends was philipino they are the most kind people i never seen them angry or hostile they always laughing even in the toughest days but if you mix Islamic radicalism to them they will be hostile all muslims are not terrorist

Wow! This is so heartwarming!

Welcome to the Philippines! I hope you guys enjoyed your stay and be safe on your expedition!

Filipino is very a heart warming people, very nice ang hospitable. You guys a modern "ferdinand Magellan" conquering the world by the sea

You both have brave souls. Be careful with your journey. Stay safe and enjoy.

WOW....loved this show!

You're so kind to our country men thanks for the love , from Philippines ❤️