Why I Left the United States for the Philippines

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Жыл бұрын

It's been a great six months in the Philippines! After deciding to leave the United States, I had a lot of challenges: leaving my job, finding online work, and finding out how to budget my money. The first few months were hard, but as time passed things got easier.
In this video, I talk about the United States, money, real estate, the world today and more. Why I chose to live in the Philippines was due to hobbies and passions of mine that I've had since I was a kid. Efren Reyes, Pacquiao and more Filipinos were my idols when I was a kid and growing up, I had thought about moving to the Philippines before. After six months here I can say that I am happier here, I miss the United States, my friends, family and more. But, I prefer it here, I like the slower pace of life, changing my work routines to match my life more than what I was able to do back home.
If this video resonates with anyone that makes me feel like I've done my job explaining and expressing myself, because it's hard for me sometimes to get my thoughts out.
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@mvp2628 Жыл бұрын

I'm American, 35 years old. I've lived here since I was 19. Best decision ever.

@Chompsys Жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm interested to know what made you decide to live there and where you like to stay? Do you have any problems with making money in a foreign country? The global peace index is pretty low for Phil like the u.s. and Mexico that is why I didn't decide on Phil. I think inflation is high there too.

@jerrymylove1754 Жыл бұрын

Stop lying to people. The Philippines is hot effing garbage. I been here over a year traveling through it. Place is awful!!!

@WMBCS Жыл бұрын

@@Chompsys largely he isn’t that bright.

@Chompsys Жыл бұрын

@@WMBCS what does this mean, who are you talking about

@vondoromal7016 Жыл бұрын

@@Chompsys where did you end up staying, if I may ask?

@chrishicks9838 Жыл бұрын

The Philippines is a beautiful country with awesome people

@miken.2847 Жыл бұрын

I moved to the Philippines in 2011 and won't ever move back to the US. Outside of family and friends, there's just nothing there for me. The Philippines isn't my country, but it is my home.

@chrishicks9838 Жыл бұрын

@Mike N. I hear you on that, my wife and I have a house in Illigan city (my wife is Filipino)

@fendermon Жыл бұрын

Interesting hearing a young persons reasons for leaving the dumpster fire..uh.. I mean the US. As a young married man as soon as I started mowing the suburban yard of my newly purchased home I knew a part of me had been whipped. I plan on correcting that in retirement. Am I right in assuming you’re teaching somewhere? Good video 👍

@pearlcoviello5471 Жыл бұрын

Your all welcome to our country take care and enjoy

@psfca Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏👍

@balong9644 Жыл бұрын

I’m Filipino living here in Reno Nevada. You nailed it when you said relationship with Filipinos will improve if you speak their native language for the simple reason that you are giving your time and effort to learn and speak their language. Just showing them the effort gives them the idea that you have respect for their culture. Respect is so big in the Philippines.

@Xrated_YT Жыл бұрын

You live in Reno too! hahaha

@thomasodetinape4180 Жыл бұрын

@@Xrated_YT Respect of money is the only thing. Money grubbers

@MrOcto13 Жыл бұрын

I've been to the Philippines twice. After passing of my parents at age 44. Then the pandemic came, big reality check. That life, money, and time is precious. I'm going to move there when I turn 50 myself. Congratulations and good luck. Hope I meet with you my fellow American over there.

@lawdog369 Жыл бұрын

Bro, life is short. How many years until you turn 50? Let me ask you a deep question. What if what you think takes 3 years to accomplish you had to do in 3 months? Like gun to your head, do or die, make it happen? What would you do? It's possible if you can believe it's possible. I'm moving back to South America this year because I loved it and don't want to waste my life in the boring midwest and horrible taxes and high expenses that we have in the states. Fire, Aim, Ready.

@clyoest Жыл бұрын

Good for you! But just wondering what you do for income? Not to get to personal. A young friend of mine ran out of money,an had to go back to earn money. So he can come back, he absolutely hates there! Me I'm retired been here 5yrs now an never going back😅

@vondoromal7016 Жыл бұрын

Plenty of Americans in the Philippines I say...😊

@jordenb9469 Жыл бұрын

Go now or you won't be going at all. You will not be able to fly in the next 2 years. I guarantee it.

@Yeahitsme20 Жыл бұрын

GOOD LUCK ❤❤❤❤

@ayingtorres5938 Жыл бұрын

Man, I feel the same way about America today. It's not the America I came to and admired in my youth. I wish I can come home to the Philippines soon.

@jayneh2006 Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely right! Its not same as before now. Wanna run out To a simple country that we can take longer relaxation and peaceful life😢

@vernondavis561 Жыл бұрын

I am now in my late 50’s but I felt the same way as Devan when I was his age. The only difference is that I didn’t have the courage to leave my mundane life in the USA.

@miaya3898 Жыл бұрын

I'm an 80s kid. I grew up watching Hollywood movies and listening to American 🇺🇸 music. I was obsessed with moving there. It seemed like a magical place especially in the early 90s. The desire died down in the late 90s and was kinda revived in early to mid 2000s. After that I really don't care about it anymore. I still plan on moving abroad but to south of Europe

@MrOcto13 Жыл бұрын

Never forget the speech my Senior DI told me the morning of graduation of basic training. "From now one this your legacy. You became a member of America's military, a US Marine. But our country is dying and you gentlemen must save it or save yourself from it's destruction," I decided its not worth fighting for anymore. I will save myself from the self implosion. I'll be moving to PH in a few years. Goodbye Uncle Sam, the experiment was good while it lasted

@mjor6406 Жыл бұрын

You wouldn't have the wealth and lifestyle you have now had you lived and worked in the Philippines. You made all your money in the USA.

@AttheBackdoor Жыл бұрын

That's so courageous! Best of luck to you in staying here in the Philippines. Philippines is not a perfect country, but it is full of loving and caring people. ❤️

@pam8162 Жыл бұрын

So true

@erlindafields8897 Жыл бұрын

True if you have the money ..I just watch a Japanese man swindled by Filipinos with all that he has and living in the street of Cebu ..finally a blogger is helping him now at this moment ..

@Idky813 Жыл бұрын

Not perfect at all they should ask themselves “why theres millions of filipinos leaving the country?” 😂 they maybe living in the paradise bubble now but when they start dealing with the local government,documents,police,crimes, i hope they wont lose their shit and can handle the mental stress.

@realMaxEffort Жыл бұрын

I married a Filipina 15 years ago. I met her online, and she is beauty pageant gorgeous - seriously. She takes unbelievably good care of me, unlike my American ex-wife. Sent her to culinary arts school. For many of the same reasons as you stated about life in the U.S., we decided to move back to her home in Cebu. I wanted to learn Cebuano, but my wife told me it was not necessary. So far, it hasn't been an issue. It's summer every day here. 😄

@NAT-turners-Revenge Жыл бұрын

🤔

@bjuganda7758 Жыл бұрын

Stay hydrated King, its hotter than normal nowadays

@cardinalwilson8034 Жыл бұрын

you should still learn bisaya, i mean it's fun. Especially when you are in bed with her making love, talking dirty in bisaya might turn her on even more.

@user-wf2qg7ns5y Жыл бұрын

You need to learn at least tagalog

@LegendOfTheRee Жыл бұрын

lol these days, in the Ph, even during rainy season it is mostly still summer. 😆

@ronnerup14 Жыл бұрын

You got yourself a new subscriber. I'm a Filipino who at 13 years old my mom brought me to U.S. After close to 40 years in New Jersey, i moved here in the Philippines. America is a great country and will always be. But i am 55 now and winter months that i hate and few issues with african american neighbors made me decide to move to hot humid, brownout or blackouts too often, slow internet in my island, not so clear water sometimes and still love to stay here until i die hopefully. Anyway WELCOME TO PHILIPPINES. Just be aware and watchout for Filipinas. Some of them will take advantage of you and drain your wallet or you will find the right one if you are looking for a Filipina. Enjoy and Good luck.

@griffin2765 Жыл бұрын

You're spot on with learning the language. Too many PI vloggers are either too uncomfortable or too embarrassed to even try broken taglish. Props to you for bringing this up.

@kianakan96826 Жыл бұрын

True Griffin

@eduardochavacano Жыл бұрын

Taglish is an abomination. You either speak English or Tagalog. But the entire civilized society of Southern Philippines knows that Taglish is crude.

@danielpasterp5837 Жыл бұрын

I was in the Philippines about 8 months ago (my third trip) for 85 days. I can’t wait to go back! I will subscribe to your channel! 👍

@VikingNomad99 Жыл бұрын

First thing I did when I graduated college in 2004 was get my real estate license. I see a lot of similarities with the market today, except the bubble is much worse and the collapse will be a lot more severe. Fortunately I don't own a home now either and will be moving over to PH by the end of this year. I could write a Masters Thesis on the reasons to leave the States right now but my two biggest factors are the decaying culture and cost of living. Nice video. Subbed.

@nongt.1671 Жыл бұрын

Good luck and may God guide you Always❤

@filipinonurseretireshome4864 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines! My husband and I are both retired and finally going to the Philippines to retire. We are like others, we are receiving 401k and SS to support us during our retirement. I moved to USA at 24 years old due to economic reasons, met my American husband and have one child. We had experienced the economic roller coaster over time and the political hostility and divisiveness, but fortunately we were able to retire working in the same institution and retired 🎉😮😅. Nothing is easy in this world if you want to succeed. You are a young person, your ideas and plans can change. Enjoy the Philippines while you can and learn from the culture, but keep an open mind that it is beautiful country but not perfect!!!! As long as you have a plan for the future, then go for it. Backpacking is exciting at first but not forever. Good luck and God bless!!!! ❤❤❤

@theforgotten5661 Жыл бұрын

I have been here 17 years i do the same thing at the time i was deciding africa or philippines i flip the coin and the philippines won i also got on a plane with a backpack and never looked back i have lived all over the philippines i remember 17 years ago are there was hardly any cars in cebu it has changed a lot but i would still live here then go back to the sewer plants of america it is much easier going here for a simple life so i know exactly what you are talking about

@wavemaker2077 Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Which country in Africa were you looking at?

@cristinacejudo1924 Жыл бұрын

I've lived in USA for almost 50 years, I can't believed the sad things happening right now. I don't feel safe anymore and thinking about going back to Philippines. The current administrations are ruining the country and don't care about the old people.

@Smiling_mike Жыл бұрын

@@cristinacejudo1924 exactly! I'm 57 retired and headed soon to Philippines!

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

@@cristinacejudo1924 It's not just the current administration. I was born in the mid-1980s and I can confidently say that there have been no good administrations in my lifetime.

@wildbill7081 Жыл бұрын

I moved to the Philippines permanently in 1990 lived first in Cebu and my first visit was in 1984 and wow so nice back then but not so much anymore, similar in Baguio before very beautiful now all city like Manila

@Andre-iv7ys Жыл бұрын

I completely understand bro. I just came back from my first visit to the Philippines (Manila, Tagaytay) two weeks ago and it was awesome. I plan on living there permanently once my medical retirement is complete

@ceciliaramos3726 Жыл бұрын

Try to come to the north cordilleras if you love the mountains welcome to my offgrid farm

@joebombero1 Жыл бұрын

My wife is Filipina. When we were married we went to Rome to get our wedding blessed and she refused to try to learn any Italian. I found it very frustrating. When we got to Italy my wife was the one always asking for directions or asking information. She simply looked and always found a Filipino. They are everywhere. Knowing Tagalog is gold.

@jaypetz Жыл бұрын

Yeah, we are almost everywhere. I was quite surprised as well. When I travelled outside the country.

@joebombero1 Жыл бұрын

@@jaypetz my brother had a job for a short time at the US Embassy in Paris, France. I went there to see him and found... FILIPINOS! The Embassy had contracted a Filipino Security company for the outside security of the Embassy, all guarded by Filipino guards, just like the malls in Manila hahaha. Amazing.

@jaypetz Жыл бұрын

@@joebombero1 Haha nice.

@virgiliapamutongan1453 Жыл бұрын

hahaha!

@virgiliapamutongan1453 Жыл бұрын

@@joebombero1 haha! i'm a filipino. it's my pleasure! Thanks a lot. ☺️

@pongdang989 Жыл бұрын

Great choice bro! I'm from California and living in Asia now for 4 years but the country I'm living in doesn't have many people speaking english so communication is a problem. I brought my wife and daughter to the Philippines twice this year for vacation and felt so much better because I was able to communicate with people well again. A large percentage of the people in the Philippines can speak, understand or both.

@USA2Brazil Жыл бұрын

Which Asian country?

@uncledohdoh Жыл бұрын

Very impressed with your mindset and admire your courage for taking the step to move to the Philippines, young man.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rodel it's stressful at times for sure but i made the right decision for me

@claram4983 Жыл бұрын

New US Subscriber. I like what you said about making a better connection with the Filipino people by learning the language, Tagalog, well said. I also think showing your boxing & pool adventures would bring something fresh to KZfaq. There are tons of beach & dating channels. In short time people will find you. 10 years ago I would've never considered living outside the US, however with the political divisiveness of the last few years, mass shootings, homeless encampments in the cities etc. etc. .... I too am considering the Philippines. Good Luck to you, I will be watching.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Clara I hear you loud and clear. A lot of channels focus on things that I dont believe really support some of the main reasons that makes the Philippines an amazing place to live. I want to make some pool videos as its my #1 hobby above all else. The homeless encampments, crime, lower quality of life issues arising really are sad to see. Thank you, and dont worry, you wont see those stereotypical videos about women or dating on this channel! God bless

@kianakan96826 Жыл бұрын

Good luck, Clara

@chrisdavisunofficial Жыл бұрын

I had the same thoughts a decade ago: I would have never considered living outside of the US full time. I will be going back to the US after my first nine months in SE Asia and I dread the thought of it.

@NPRNTVChannel Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines young bro. New subscriber from California. The Philippines is the right choice since the country welcome more foreigner to boast its tourism industry and also projecting the country to the outside world is an extra bonus. There are millions of Filipinos scattered all over the world just longing for anything coming from their homeland. So continue what you do and also visit the southern provinces like Cebu and Davao. Good luck and waiting for more videos.

@rmd743 Жыл бұрын

Hopes everything work out for you bud. Take care and enjoy Philippines 🇵🇭 👍. So depressing what's been happening here in US. All that shootings, inflation, robbery, extreme weather, and more. And the freakin rent here in SF CA is so stressful, $2,400 for 1 bedroom just blew your budget. Can't beat the simple life in the islands. I gotta grind two more years to retire to my beloved Philippines ❤🇵🇭.

@kianakan96826 Жыл бұрын

Good luck, Rick. Hang in there!😊

@wildbill7081 Жыл бұрын

yeah first step get the hell out of calif and sf move to the Philippines soon as you can

@williamgonya6893 Жыл бұрын

4 years for me..Hang in there Rick

@rmd743 Жыл бұрын

@Kiana Kan Thank you so much Kiana, much appreciated. Have a fabulous day 🙏.

@rmd743 Жыл бұрын

@@williamgonya6893 Yes sir, that four year will be very quick but once your retirement day starts, it will be very relaxingly slow and just satisfying. Take it easy bro✌️.

@raneilalonzo Жыл бұрын

Good decision and outlook in life! The Philippines need more people like you.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Raneil! I really appreciate it

@user-co9so1ob2w Жыл бұрын

I fully understand your motivation for wanting to live in the Philippines. I visited Cebu, Manila, Boracay, and Coron, in November '22. It was one of the most incredible travel experiences, and I simply need to go back again. It was so great meeting the Filipino people, getting to know their culture, their friendliness and kind nature. I want to see some more islands, meet more Filipinos, and improve my attempt to speak Cebuano, or Tagalog. It was really great listening to your video. Take care, and enjoy your life journey ;))

@gemmacabanilla2382 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Welcome to the Philippines.

@GTX311 Жыл бұрын

Being able to speak the local language will help you a lot. The locals will appreciate you for it and be more willing to interact with you. Locals have unique ways of communicating with each other that you will only get if you speak their language. Misunderstandings are lessened and you can get around easier. As a result, your experience, immersion and understanding of the local culture will be so much better.

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips on learning Bisaya? There are like no resources anywhere for it and there doesn't seem to be any grammar rules (but there are a ton of "shortcuts" haha)

@Jazz-tv7jr Жыл бұрын

@@scottandrews947 it's better if you know Tagalog than bisaya Tagalog is all around in Philippines bisaya is just based on region .

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

@@Jazz-tv7jr Fair point. I'm living in Mindanao though. Nobody speaks Tagalog regularly here. I'd still be an outsider speaking that language.

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

@@Alibadbad That's awesome! I'll check it out. Thanks

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

@@Alibadbad Damn. Looks like it doesn't exist anymore lol

@pinoyislander4400 Жыл бұрын

Yes sir we do speak and understand english here in the Philippines being a former colony of the States before. But it would be better also to learn tagalog or bisaya so u can understand people around u. We filipinos speak at least 2 or more philippine languages/dialects. Thanks sir for coming. Enjoy our humble Philippines.

@larrydimayuga343 Жыл бұрын

You made the right decision. I'll do the same pretty soon.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

I’m excited for you!

@memoisbill Жыл бұрын

I'm late 40's and just made my first trip to the Philippines. I just came back to the states on the 29th. The US definitely has some political issues and morality issues. I have no interest in staying here in the US any longer than I have to. I hope to be gone form the US permanently before age 58. I'm making some big changes to hopefully expedite this process. I agree with you on the US 100%. As far as learning a language, I also agree. I plan on learning Tagalog and also Ilocano because that is spoken in the area I plan on living in. I also agree it helps relationships if you know the language of the country you plan to visit. It shows you have interest and are making an effort to be there. I hope the best for you. This is my first video of yours I've watched and I plan to check out your other content and subscribe. Good luck to you! Gud lak sa ‘yo!

@lolitawalker2696 Жыл бұрын

Hello from London! Very impressed with how you have embraced my country and your willingness to learn our language! That attitude is not common among young people nowadays. Because you speak more than 2 languages, learning Tagalog is gonna be a piece of cake for you. My 23 yr old half British daughter is not a fluent speaker of Tagalog but every time we go home she can understand even watches TV shows in Tagalog and sings Tagalog songs with a Pinoy accent. Thumbs up to you👍

@donaldroyo7554 Жыл бұрын

You just proved to us Pilipino who live abroad specifically here in US that learning local languages of the country you want to stay helps you tremendously in all aspects of how you live your life 👍👌

@EdwinLopez-gp3dj Жыл бұрын

Well said! You are definitely one of a growing breed of young global citizens who are traveling on this ship called life with a deeper vision of who we truly are as human beings - caring, responsible and conscious of our oneness at the core. All best in your new country. You will surely do well. I have just subscribed to your channel.

@antoniobeguico4402 Жыл бұрын

I really like to comment on your saying to learn the local language of the country you are visiting. Yes, it very much correct...not all filipinos speak english fluently. Knowledge of local dialect is the key. Basel(Syrian) and Kulas(Canadian) are two example who brace our culture and are now naturalized citizen. Both speaks fluently tagalog, they can minggle to us comfortly coz they know the language. Us filipinos will always be amazed when seeing foreigners speaks the local dialect and they are happy to see them.

@God7315-c1r Жыл бұрын

Bro just found heaven, enjoying hinmself, no worries, good people around, sustainable living and his place is truly paradise very relaxing , no toxicity what a life😊

@ianpadernal7530 Жыл бұрын

Hey man welcome to the Philippines! I’m glad you’re enjoying the simple living. It’s kinda sad for me struggling here in Canada, it’s not easy. I’m from the island Panay.

@isagoldfield7393 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you on learning the language especially if you plan to live in any country. I’m an American & lived in Italy for two years & learned their language & the locals treat me differently because I can communicate with them. My advice is learn the language in the country you want to live wherever it may be🌼💕🌷

@ca8547 Жыл бұрын

Spiritual man that can discern things with the eye of understanding ❤️

@adrianpaulo7302 Жыл бұрын

thank you for choosing us.. and i agree about the learning the language you pointed out.. it's so different when u know the language cuz sometimes there aren't direct translations so if you get what the locals actually mean by what they say, you will find it hilarious sometimes 😂 thus improving your connections with them

@EliyanahAmber Жыл бұрын

I don't wanna be biased about the Philippines, it's my country but honestly I love the place where you're at. Have peace in your heart and be happy while you're here and maybe you can bring in some of your friends or family with you (that would be more amazing).

@kennethbrettel8762 Жыл бұрын

As soon as you started to talk about language your whole mind went from the past ( USA economic realities) to the present. A whole world suddenly unfolded and now you have found some true peace. You are a caring and good hearted person and glad that this has happened. You cant change the phillipines but the philippines will change you. Seems you are changing and in 7 months compare yourself to what you are to what you were. No doubt you already have. Learn all you can while you are there.

@sallygajo8065 Жыл бұрын

Listening your life story was entertaining,.welcome to the Philippines enjoy to explore the some beautiful island and provinces..take care and be safe...bless u always!

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening to my short story! God bless and take care also

@juantamad229 Жыл бұрын

i hope the laid back lifestyle in PH puts your mind and heart at ease bud.. i think you've been in the phase of life where you really trying to find a place where you can feel just you are in the right box..ill add yours in my prayers

@sheila_h14 Жыл бұрын

Filipinos take a lot of pride of our country. We like foreigners appreciating us (taking time to learn the culture) or even just the country itself. You’re right about learning tagalog, though a lot of Filipinos know and understand English, but that is not usually the go to language for casual communication. New sub from the suburb of Chicago. I miss the Philippines a lot. I wish you good blessings. 💓

@gerliegrino8126 Жыл бұрын

Just subscribed,hope your expectation would fit in our country.Philippines is not for everybody,but our people are the most friendly Ang welcoming in the world.Anyway goodluck and stay safe..

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Maraming salamat sa pagsubscribe kababayan!

@anelsnts Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevankuya devan ‘kababayan’ is plural, singular is ‘kabayan’

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Wow! Hindi ko alam. Salamat :)

@delfincalibuso8515 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines Kuya Devan. Just stay positive. For sure you'll have both negative and positive experiences in here , but one thing is for sure, you're gonna enjoy your stay and the the good experiences you have here always outweighs whatever bad experience you have all along.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

I agree! It's not always all happy and fun, but I am overall happier here. I hope you are too.

@renealcid6708 Жыл бұрын

Devan, you are exactly right! Personal relationships increase a thousand fold when at the very least attempt to speak and learn the language. It makes people more comfortable and when that happens, they relax. Open up and become family to you. Yes, there are those that want immigrants from other countries coming into the United States to at least learn the language but the same people will not bother to learn the local language in the Philippines. Oh! It is so hard and other bs reasons. Practice what you preach is what I tell them. Well, welcome to the Philippines. I hope you find your balance here. It is not and will never be ,perfect. But what country is perfect? We try to improve on what we can and we are a very resilient people. We can be found everywhere in the world ( for jobs not available in our country)and we adjust, always! Don’t worry, Be happy!

@Joe-ff1oh Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan stress free , no more fake bills in your billbox ( mailbox) .

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

I noticed how people sometimes feel intimidated maybe because they are not confident in speaking English. I was able to communicate with more people when I speak to them in Tagalog, even though I sound funny at times hahaha

@havenpersonalcare7968 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you're destressing in P.I; so, glad I joined the service at a young age; fast forward 25 years at a ripe age of 44; planning to pack up my family in September and heading back to Philippines with our two teenagers; 12 & 13; at the very least with a government pension. With online works now a days; you have a better shot at living in P.I, stress free, and minimal cost of living; all the best young lad! 😊😊😊

@rainebuquid2299 Жыл бұрын

Hi, Kuya Devan! Welcome to the Philippines! The Filipinos are a very hospitable and welcoming people especially to foreigners. Take your time to adjust to our country, our people, and our culture. Later on you will be able to love and appreciate more your stay in our country. In time you will also learn to speak Tagalog and other Filipino languages. We hope that you will stay here as much as you want to. Maraming salamat. 😊

@henryop8566 Жыл бұрын

Welcome and Enjoy Philippines..we are looking forward to move to Philippines..leaving the big US of A....exactly the same reason you have.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You will love it here

@laninepomuceno6774 Жыл бұрын

God bless us thank you so much for visiting Philippines. Enjoy your life and keep on smiling so that you have long life and healthy. Thanks. From Lani D. Nepomuceno, Philippines 🇵🇭

@gilleslaviolette8147 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the great info! Devan! I work with Filipinos for over 7 years! They are very traditional and happy people! That’s why I’m looking for my Filipina! Take care! Gilles! From Saskatchewan Canada!

@erwinmatic5062 Жыл бұрын

Subscribed because I want to support people who have been enlightened by the real important things in life. Much Happiness to you Devan.

@NewsMoto Жыл бұрын

There’s actually so much opportunity in the Philippines if you are resourceful and creative. Keep the vlog coming! Subscribed!

@MrYtubenewsanchorman 7 ай бұрын

Examples please

@fugak-han0072 Жыл бұрын

Kuya Devan, there's soo much to talk about fun life under the Philippine sun. I can see in your eyes the sincerity of what you're sayin'; I like you for that. You deserve love,care and perhaps protection from bad guys.Also, my eyes opened wide when you mentioned the things you like to do like learning foreign language including Tagalog. You're always welcome in this country, o en español "bienvenido a filipinas, amigo!" Ten un buen día!

@itsmarjhunpyo Жыл бұрын

Where in Philippines did you end up settling???

@ColdHumor Жыл бұрын

My fiancee sent me this video, i really do want to move there. I'm visiting her again in a couple weeks and after that she'll be living with me in Michigan this year. Honestly, the cost of living is ridiculous and constantly going up. So much hate and bad news. We're going to test the waters here for a couple years, but we may move to Makati. Thank you for your insight in this video.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Best of luck Jinjo, a lot of people love the US and the opportunities there. One of the reasons I left was that it felt like the right time for me. Not having a bunch of things tying me down made it easier for my choice. I miss Walmarts and convenience stores for sure lol it can be hard to get the things you need here in the province. Take care

@lingranay7785 Жыл бұрын

Thank you kuya for choosing the Philippines to be your 2nd home... You're very welcome here in Philippines...This is my first time to watch your vedio and your story is very inspirable... More power to your channel..Good luck & Godbless 😃👍💕🙏

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Maraming salamat, kababayan!

@glenncotayan352 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the island of the Philippines. Feel free to roam and enjoy our wonderful country. Keep safe always! 🫰

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Salamat, Glenn!

@emersongarcia2179 Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan The most beautiful women in all of Asia can be found in the Philippines

@eli.capinbxu Жыл бұрын

@@emersongarcia2179 what are you, a pimp?😮

@scottandrews947 Жыл бұрын

@@eli.capinbxu 🤣.....but he isn't wrong

@wildbill7081 Жыл бұрын

@@eli.capinbxu maybe you are a big "I"

@Gelia0429 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been working abroad , visited the United States but still i loved my country Philippines . So i decided to go home for good here together with my family now . Living a simple life , unlike in the other country life is not easy all you have to do is working in order for you to survived the life style of a city life

@smoozerish Жыл бұрын

Came here after seeing the recommendation on the Philippine info channel, which I really like. I'm glad I did.

@chasingchances6956 Жыл бұрын

Hi Devan! Great to know you are learning Tagalog & consider staying in the Philippines. All the best for what's to come in your journey! Have fun & cheers for the good times ahead!

@imeldawarriner8269 Жыл бұрын

Your welcome here and explore the 7,641 island of philippines

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Hey Imelda, yea there's so many places to visit if you have the money haha. This is the 14th or 15th province!

@avisreymond6964 Жыл бұрын

As what they said, when we're happy, things will change. Good luck mate!

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

I agree! Adapting is key, thanks for your comment

@dazocat5566 Жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for sharing brother! Bless up! Peace❤

@elanneyamoto4976 Жыл бұрын

You did the right decision. Enjoy what my beautiful country has to offer. Connect with the Locals coz they are very kind and very friendly. Stay safe.

@doncarlin9081 Жыл бұрын

I definitely agree that learning even basic Tagalog words and expressions, and especially learning the other Philippine languages such as Visayan, will go a long long way to build rapport with Filipinos. Additionally I agree that the quality of life in the US has fallen very much for anyone not rich. Talented Americans can succeed much better in other countries.

@eddavid2763 Жыл бұрын

Just enjoy the life in the Philippines while you are young. I left the Philippines when i was 23 years old. I'm turning 65 this year, but i miss Philippines a lot.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

One of the things i said to myself when i was still living in the US was “I think I’ll regret not trying to live in the Philippines while im in my 20s” and that helped push me out of my comfort zone

@RBRILLANTES11-HollyWood06CA Жыл бұрын

The story of your life is awesome...Goodluck man! Ingat 😊

@bambinibinivloggs814 Жыл бұрын

Hi devan thankyou for appreciating our country .. Hope you have many more new things to discover in the philippines .. God bless!

@Faye_Gato Жыл бұрын

Hi ,..new subscribers here.Welcome to the Philippines!!!I hope you enjoy your stay... keep safe.....

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Maraming salamat!

@Faye_Gato Жыл бұрын

Walang Anuman!

@cdl6953 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel. Subscribed. Looking forward to your vlogs. Many would appreciate you learning Tagalog and interacting with locals. You looked settled and relaxed where you are. Hope you are loving it there. 🇵🇭

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Maraming salamat! I am loving every moment here :)

@adventurefreaksss 6 ай бұрын

Yes i hear this frequently. Nice job on the video!

@frankc966 Жыл бұрын

Good luck on this journey!

@abpantaleov Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the philippines ♥️🇵🇭

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Salamat kababayan!

@wrafl Жыл бұрын

You nailed it man. Everything you mentioned is happening here in the US, the divisiveness, hate culture, gun violence etc. You made the right choice to leave all that behind . You're young You have future ahead of you. Enjoy life. Considering returning to the Philippines again after living there for 6 months at the height of the pandemic in the city of Bacolod you mentioned They have great beaches south towards Sipalay. Unfortunately my relationship did not work.out so I came back home but intend to return next year. Enjoy the Philippines has to offer.and stay safe Sub to your channel

@stevedrake360 Жыл бұрын

Yes, the hate culture against conservatives, Christians, etc. is bad in the U.S. and getting worse. The gun violence is much worse in states with stricter gun control, too.

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

Add the gender identity…

@wildbill7081 Жыл бұрын

@@stevedrake360 you said it all great comment

@stevedrake360 Жыл бұрын

@@wildbill7081 Thank you, Wild Bill!

@stevedrake360 Жыл бұрын

@@rbebeabucay9356 You're right. That's a product of indoctrination in U.S. schools.

@LIGHTNING351 Жыл бұрын

I agree with the housing situation. I feel for the younger generation. So expensive nowadays. I am also planning on moving to the PI. Going to make a visit there in a few months. New subscriber. Thanks for the video.

@jonathanraymundo8209 Жыл бұрын

My algorithm brought me here. I find this video very raw and authentic. New subscriber here

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It means a lot :)

@jmomandia Жыл бұрын

Language also gives you a deeper insight into the culture. Welcome to the Philippines!

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

This is very true, understanding how people speak and use certain words can also give you more context of how to express yourself correctly

@JoeBigBoi Жыл бұрын

America is not the same when I first moved here, at least I feel that way. Most everyone has mental issues and is fed with propaganda day in and day out. And the money isn't that good anymore since the cost of living has risen up so much. I'm definitely coming back home after 20 years of staying here and planting my roots back in the Philippines. Now that most everything is global, I'm confident I can generate the sources of income I need to live comfortably. Good luck on your journey by the way. You're still young. Make sure to enjoy the process.

@annjogrm1117 Жыл бұрын

Wow, it's just the right timing and you do what's best for your well being...good to see that as young age you managed it well and you will be. Thank you and Keep it up! God bless.

@Gloria-fs6rw Жыл бұрын

im glad to hear you.i hope you enjoy your travel here in the Philippines.good luck to you.Have a nice day .......

@thinkabouthislove Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines kuya Devan. God bless.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Salamat! God bless you too

@darlingdenez116 Жыл бұрын

Hope you found peace and happiness in the Philippines 🤞💕

@karenbrecio1649 Жыл бұрын

Everything happens for a reason 👍😊 Thank you for sharing 😊

@mikes352 Жыл бұрын

You are figuring things out at a young age, great!

@animestarlord9021 Жыл бұрын

It's sad here in America. The last few years changed everything. It's so divided now and so hard to connect with anyone. I'm age 40 now but think I need to save till age 50 before can look elsewhere to live maybe. I'm a happy go lucky person yet it's depressing as can be here in America.

@commonsenseisntcommon1776 Жыл бұрын

F_J_B!

@animestarlord9021 Жыл бұрын

@@commonsenseisntcommon1776 Yup.

@wilsonmejia6805 Жыл бұрын

Maybe you´re overthinking too much the cost of living is much lower than in the US in latin american countries such as mexico colombia brazil and you can work as an english teacher and live with less than 1000 dollars a month

@Mr.PAKEYTONGKEYTONG Жыл бұрын

Enjoy the 🇵🇭 bro...happy people,very hospitable, very appreciative with life no matter what the obstacles are!More fun out there!👍

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Maraming salamat!

@Mr.PAKEYTONGKEYTONG Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan Walang anuman Kuya!...ur welcome!

@pinoytechspot Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experiences my friend you're very welcome here in PH! enjoy your every moment here.

@anythingunderthesun9930 Жыл бұрын

You said it well. Have a good vibes and less stress for the rest of your life. BE HAPPY, BE GOOD!

@oahuguy3918 Жыл бұрын

i totally agree with you on learning the language of the country you decide to live in, however, the Philippines has so many other dialects and Tagalog may not be the main language in your city of your choice. So for me, I will decide on the location before pouring my efforts into a new language.

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

Agree. If he lands in the Visayas, locals would like foreigners to speak Bisaya.

@oahuguy3918 Жыл бұрын

@@rbebeabucay9356 Yup, and if you decide to live just a little north of Manila, it's Ilocano, etc...

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

@@oahuguy3918 Correct.

@anythingmimi Жыл бұрын

Welcome to my Country. Our home isnt perfect but we are happy and contented. You're right. People here are more chill than in the U.S. Sometimes, it's not all about money. I'm a digital nomad and once I got my hip replacement done and biopsy (I'm 24 lol) I'll be travelling within the Philippines as well. Goodluck on your Journey!

@ksafan838 Жыл бұрын

Keep it up bro. Sure you can live your best life here. Trust your instincts.

@alvinsmith3894 Жыл бұрын

You're probably one of the most respectful people who visited the country so far. A lot of people don't bother learning the languages here because it "is" easy to just use english. But as you said, if they're the kind of people who demand others to learn the language in their own country, putting in the same effort when they're in other countries is just fair. They don't have to, but it will show that they're decent people and they're consistent. I hope you enjoy your time here and please stay safe. It's really cool to see more young people visiting PH because most of the time, old people just see us as the asian version of florida, a retirement place of sorts haha. Ty for your input on how life is in america right now. My gf's there and I'm hoping that she moves here soon. I'm worried for her safety with all the guns and whatnot.

@VikingNomad99 Жыл бұрын

I'm leaving for the Philippines later this year and have started learning Tagalog. I'm sure there are more of us out there.

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

@@VikingNomad99 You should learn the local dialect where you intend to stay. If you are going to stay in the Visayas or Mindanao you should learn Bisaya. That’s the dialect predominantly spoken there. If you just visit Luzon you can speak English there, not Tagalog.

@VikingNomad99 Жыл бұрын

@@rbebeabucay9356 Is Bisaya different from Cebuano?

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

@@VikingNomad99 When Filipinos say Bisaya, it’s mainly Cebuano. But there’s also some other dialects within “Bisaya” such as Waray-Waray spoken in Leyte in the Visayan region. But if you know Cebuano, you can communicate with Filipinos in the Visayan and Mindanao regions, 2 out of 3 regions: Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao.

@alvinsmith3894 Жыл бұрын

@@rbebeabucay9356 That's an odd comment. Why are you telling them that it's okay to not learn tagalog if they're in luzon? The entire country is capable of basic english, you're purposefully just leading them away from luzon and the tagalog language for some reason. Odd.

@floren879 Жыл бұрын

I was really listening and watching your Vlogs amigo- enjoy the Philippines, Filipino here watching from Sydney!

@enrickykennedy1014 Жыл бұрын

Kudos to you for making the time and effort to learn the language! Also, for taking the leap to go to the PI! I don’t remember you mentioning where in the PI you have decided to live/stay. Best Wishes!

@ronifajardo9391 Жыл бұрын

Good luck , Kuya. New subsriber here

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roni I appreciate your comment

@loq02_orig Жыл бұрын

New filipino subcriber from UK, ill be back soon. Cost of living here in the west is "killing me softly"😂

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

😳😳😳🥲

@balongride3169 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines Bro 🇵🇭 👌 I'm with you 💕 have fun and keep safe always

@MrSteven5975 Жыл бұрын

Good Luck on your New Channel!!! Good to see you succeeding here

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Hey Steve appreciate you and all your channel does for people like me. Thanks for all the help when I arrived here you do amazing work and I owe you one!

@everydaydose7779 Жыл бұрын

You being a native english speaker and learning spanish. Learning tagalog is will be easier for you since a lot of tagalog words still use shares the spanish equivalent

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Hey everyday, yeah its made learning a lot of vocabulary easier. I used the tagalog/spanish loanword list online to learn a couple hundred nouns/words that are the same in both languages and it was easy studying words i already knew in spanish for sure

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan Learning Bisaya is easier, more Spanish words. Bisaya is spoken in Visayas and Mindanao.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

@@rbebeabucay9356 Oh wow I didn't know this actually that's super interesting. I wonder why there's more Spanish influence in Bisaya?

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan Portuguese Magellan and his Spanish conquistadors landed on Mactan Island in Cebu, Visayas. When you travel in the Visayas and Mindanao, the dialect spoken there is mainly Cebuano/Bisaya. In Luzon, it’s Tagalog. Educated Filipinos can speak Tagalog in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

@rbebeabucay9356 Жыл бұрын

Oh, when you have time, go on KZfaq and search Chavacano. It’s a dialect spoken in Zamboanga, Mindanao. It’s Bisaya mixed with S

@bertleroy1012 Жыл бұрын

Hello mabuhay welcome to the Philippines mabuhay and have a nice vacation here in the Philippines

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Mabuhay! Nasa Pilipinas ka ba??

@bertleroy1012 Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan you speak tagalog, pinahirapan mopa akong mag English

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha konti Tagalog lang

@bertleroy1012 Жыл бұрын

@@KuyaDevan oh I see, OK, by the way, where did you learn your tagalog , have you learn in the school

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

I studied at home before coming here. I also used Pimsleur (not sponsored 😂)

@cesberryu.9193 Жыл бұрын

All the Best of Luck. Welcome to my Country 🇵🇭

@StormbladeX69 4 ай бұрын

Great video. I'll be 49 in March (2024). Planning to move to the Philippines in 3-5 years. I can't wait! I'm already working on learning some Tagalog and Bisaya.

@andyshelly3473 Жыл бұрын

yes going home to the PH is the best decision you could ever make . and your lucky to be so young . im 53 and im coming back in june for another month to be with my fiancee . i wish i would have known how nice the PH is years ago . i just recently started looking into learning tagolog . i feel like the american dream is to leave america . i would move over there in a heartbeat if it wasn,t for my 84 year old mother . im in the process of hopefully getting my fiancee to the states using the k1 visa . i have nothing good to say about america , going to the PH was the single best decision of my life , i felt like i came home from a nightmare , like i went back in time to my childhood . GOD DAMN AMERICA !

@stevedrake360 Жыл бұрын

The U.S. has become too Godless.

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

A lot of people thought I was crazy for leaving USA to go here. I guess I wasn’t crazy after all. I hope you enjoy your stay here :)

@KuyaDevan Жыл бұрын

By the way, I used Pimsleur to learn Tagalog (not sponsored 😂) and that helped me a lot