HOW CAN THIS POSSIBLY BE MANILA?! (Mandaluyong, Philippines!)
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- Опубліковано 15 жов 2024
- The Novotel Suites have Towers named after famous water falls such as the Niagara, Sutherland and DettiFoss Falls. This condominium complex is right across from Rockwell in Makati and is absolutely loaded.
It has a Coffee shop, Bar, Restaurant, Another Restaurant, A Korean Groceries Store, A Convenience Store, An Eyelash Studio, A Thai-Style Massage Parlor, A Giant Floor-To-Ceilings Gym, An Unmatchable Kids Play Area, An Unbelievable Sky Garden, A Lap Pool, Jacuzzi, A Mesmerizing WaterFall Pool, Another Private Pool, Basketball Court and Space Ship looking entrance to “The Pebble” and is right across from Rockwell and the Power Plant Mall.
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So unique, modern design, easy access and comfort is everywhere. Thank you for taking us into that place. i love the growing Manila ❤
So far this is the best VLOG about the place that I have ever seen. (The whole place)
The title makes me think they are expecting Philippines to be a forest or something very very poor
Come on. The rhetorical style of the title is just a normal way native english speakers express their awe at something! Watch his past videos which prove his good intentions by portraying the good things about our places.
It has something to do with politics. When the Dilawan Party was lording it over in the political scene, they painted a picture of impoverishment for the entire country to the whole world. Poor people, poor places, squatter areas etc, were played up to the hilt for international news... for the reason that if the country experienced calamities, lots of outsiders rush their help and aids, which went directly to the Dilawan's outstreched open arms! Remember the billions of Typhoon Yolanda fund missing til now? And things and food from foreign aid left to root in warehouses?! Thankfully presently the government is moving and acting for the good of the country and the people and showing to the world what we really got!😊
@@rolandoposadas9028 who you talking to?
Because the philippines is always featured abroad as poor.. third world country... squatters area.. dirty & polluted... smokey mountain.. payatas dumping site... street beggars..
@@rolandoposadas9028 Hindi mo inintindi ang comment, wala siyang sinabi na masama tungkol sa Pilipinas. Mababa reading comprehension mo.
The title of this video is a complement. It is not a negative sentiment or meaning. This video is to share the greatness of the philippines and the achievements of the hard working filipinos. These buildings are very very impressive and captured my excitement and enthusiasm in a big way!
@ Justin Spencer, Well said
Well, I'm not surprised you used this title coz most (if not all) westerners use this title about the business districts in Metro Manila (BGC, Makati, Ortigas Center). Makes me wonder what really westerners think Metro Manila looks like. This title gives the idea of westerners couldn't believe that this country is able to have a modern West-like business/residential/leisure district. I know you mean no harm or negativity but I just want you to understand that this kind of title gives negative context and feelings, that it feels insulting in a way. I hope you understand. Anyway, enjoy your visit here. 🥂😁
@@ceelochannel not helpful
Thanks in showing the side of Mandaluyong. Best known are in Makati, BGC. Metro Manila has improved a lot and Mandaluyong is a good example and this will show case on those who wish to stay there. They have now other alternatives. Good reviews. Thanks.
Maybe next time stop comparing countries as this won't helps to either countries. you're title is as if Manila is way below standards. not even comparable to Thailand or Malaysia? Filipinos are proud of their country and hope you learn your lesson of derogatory title. but it work cause you caught my attention. good click bait.
Wow! That was an amazing tour of Novotel. Never seen something like this before from other vloggers. 👍🏼❤️
Metro Manila Philippines is modern wonderful, a mega city in the world.
Hi Justin, thank you for sharing of that place, because I never even knew that place exist. Stay safe and God bless.
30,000 pesos/month equals $705 CAD for this luxury condo. That's dirt cheap, compared to the insane condo prices we pay here in Toronto, Canada. Thank you for this! 😊
Quite right - your welcome!
Manila is actually the 10th most expensive property market in the world based on property price to income ratio. The rental yields in Manila are even higher than San Jose, California, Melbourne, Australia and shockingly even Vancouver or Toronto, Canada which are some of the most expensive places in the world to either live in or invest in property. This only means that properties in Manila either for sale or rent are way too expensive for the working class even moreso than wage earners living in the places I just mentioned.
Can't even get a 1 bedroom apartment in Toronto with that price
@@Lucy-the-chi-N-debz It's cheap if you have a western standard income. But try renting it with a local's income and you'll find out Canadians renting in your major cities are even better off.
It’s why I moved to the Philippines back in 2008. My condo is 48 sqm with balcony and maids room for 18,000 PHP a month
The title doesn't mean anything negative it just means that condo could be something unique and extraordinary among other condos he have seen in Manila
Yes exactly. I’m sharing the greatness of the Filipinos. The title I used is the best way to do that. It’s not an insult. It’s a complement. I’m sharing the culture and achievements of hard working Filipinos!
Agree
@@itsJustinSpencer Let’s call it like it is… you might mean it positively, but the title is purposely ambiguous enough to be both complimentary for the Filipino pride views and clickbaity enough for the offended Filipino egos views as well.
@@thefatfilam Its just that he says it’s something you’d see in Bangkok or KL, so there was definitely an expectation of something inferior here … been to BKK and KL and I wouldn’t say we’re inferior
@@itsJustinSpencer just stop the sugar coating. You know you can do bettter.
I've seen this condo complex in another video before but your video does the full tour. Will send this to someone who might be interested.
Pasig River is looking like a 3-in-1 coffee right now, lol. It's also because of the rains. And it was way worse before its rehabilitation. Still has a lot of cleaning up to do but it will take decades to bring it back to how it originally was. But at atleast something's being done now. And the said rehabilitation work has even been recognized internationally.
Good vlog 👍
New subscriber here. Welcome to the Philippines!!!
Thanks for promoting our country Philippines 🇵🇭… I will try to visit maybe next year.. Watching from USA 🇺🇸
Enjoy your journey in our beloved Country. Watching from Canada
Been there amazing place . You should go to the rooftop 🥰 welcome to my hometown 🇵🇭
Yes . Love that place. Stayed there for a while during pandemic at Niagara Tower .
Thank you for touring,many places in Metro Manila got improved, Stunning and beautiful building with a beautiful amenities like they have their own park.Thank you for staying in our country.God bless
Your welcome! 😃
That is an amazing place! Whew!
That is such an excellent presentation of the hotel. Thanks for sharing.
These condos are amazing
Really nice place Justin that Gym makes me want to work out so bad and I would if I lived in that area and I have to say Justin you make some of the best youtube videos here in the Philippines excellent quality you go to the coolest places that I hope to visit someday even if I'm in the Philippines it's still not easy for me to travel but I hope to go there someday 👍👍🆒🆒
I DONT LIKE THIS VLOGGER PLS BOYCOTT THIS AMERICAN...
Proud to be living here in Acqua. Glad you featured it in your blog. More power👍
Awesome! 🤘🏼
Woww great condo :) great gym and view and playroom :) im amazed how Manila and even the whole Philippines is progressing :)
Acqua residences is one of the most beautiful and nice condo in mandaluyong especially the pebbles or amenities ❤
Love it! There's also a movie theater at the ground floor at the kids play area at the Pebble. And the 2 towers, Iguazu and Livingstone, have their own roof deck amenities: gym, pool, movie room, conference room, etc.
I can imagine the beautiful view from the window of fireworks around Christmas time and New Year.
Yeah, and I do have that vid as I stay in a unit facing Rockwell.
Loving your content very different and informative ❤️
Thanks! 🙌🏼
Very impressive! More videos like this would be cool.
The water of the Pasig River turns murky because it has been raining the the soil gets disturbed.
Thank you for taking us around this place! It is a shame that a few blocks down, it is an entirely different vibe.The disparity between the rich and the poor are unbelievably glaring !
@@renealcid6708 This is also a thing to be improve in Manila so that it looks clean and organized, for me it would be stunning they build vertical housing projects just like in Tondo they started building condo for its resident to transfer it. and some cities applied this type of housing like in ORTIGAS they already urban deca homes. probably if these type of housing will implement throughout the METRO. Then it would looks more modern and clean.
Justin, this place rocks, and it's so cheap for what you get. Whoa!
How can this NOT be Manila?! This is sooo Manila!
very well done enjoyed this
What are you doing here? Stop procrastinating give us new vids :D
@@Gukzilla ha!
Thanks for sharing. I cant wait to see Philippines next month.
Your welcome
Wow your background music are insanely good. It gives you a good moods while watching this amazing video.
Sheesh what a bargain! I hope to find an airbnb available there!
Just subscribed. Love your heartfelt enthusiasm.
That's really awesome place. Stay safe.
This is Manila aesthetics. You will enjoy cities (not just Manila) if you're into discovering and exploring "hidden gems or oases". Thank you for showcasing art and progress ❤️
I've been looking for a place in BGC and Makati and I never knew this existed, I go back to the Philippines every other year and this might just be the perfect area for a home base in the city. Thank you for sharing this!
Your welcome 😃
There's a lot of CBD's inside Metro Manila (30+ CBD's). Among them, Makati and BGC are the most popular. There's a lot of underrated CBD's where you can stay.
Coming over in a couple of days. Thanks.
Wow beautiful manila magnificent place en fantastic view amazingl. 🤩
Great video, Justin! Mandaluyong is amazing! You are so clear, may I ask if you used a mic?
No mic in this video
Please visit city of fun and adventures Legazpi City Albay Bicol Philippines 👍
That's my home province. I can't wait to see him going to Albay province.
Pasig River used to be an eyesore, but now it's getting better.
Well done 👍👏
Oh, that green stuff are water lillies that flow out from Laguna de Bay.
Don't say I can't believe this is Manila. If others can do it, Manila can do it too.
The rhetorical style of the title is just a normal way native english speakers express their awe at something! Watch his past videos which prove his good intentions by portraying the good things about our places.
I don't blame him for saying that because they haven't seen it yet (what I mean is, THEY haven't even explored yet most or some parts of Metro Manila...when I was still living here in the Philippines - there are only a few places/buildings being built around the city... NOW, IT'S EVERYWHERE... (2017 I bought my Studio Flat Condo here in Taguig as my resting place every time I come home for a holiday (visit my family). I need a private place of my own where I can rest before going to our house in the province outside Manila. I've been away too long now from the Phils. and I don't recognize a lot of places that I'm familiar with before... Built, built was a good move from the previous government... I know still a long way to go but we are on the right track for peace, progress & stability in the Phils. MABUHAY...missed home terribly.
It's what you call "clickbaiting" which is really annoying sometimes, lol! They actually do it on purpose to get the attention of viewers. UA-camrs do this "clickbait titles & thumbnails" to get the people more curious and make them click on their videos and attract more views & subscribers to their channel. See, it worked on all of us people but then I already knew from the get go but I still clicked on it because I wanted to know the name of the building!😂
Well said po.
Philippines have a lot of stunning views,the greeneries is everywhere
Thank you for choosing and staying in the Philippines Justine.
I was surprised with the huge and beautiful landscape garden of the residential complex.Check out also the rows of condominium along Forbestown in BGC ( Bellagio Towers, 8 Forbestown, Pacific Plaza , etc.). It has amazing views of the 60 hectares Manila Golf Club , Forbes Park and the Makati skyline.
Wow.....which website is this to see the condo? We are planning to see and looking forward for a vacatiin place to stay
See description please
This place is nice. When I visit Manila, I'll be sure to look this place up for a place to stay at
This is a good alternative to BGC and Makati. Nice video.
Philippines is a very modern country for everybody's information. Weare so updated.
The Pasig River is always murky brown as it is the water coming from the Mountains streams channel in Rizal province downpoured by Typhoon Karding. 😁
Yes, that property will be more expensive once the other building constructions are finished. That's going to be another Gem area in Metro Manila soon.
cmon even the rivers in Tokyo are colored brown. please. Urban rivers will not be pristine clear crisp water. not even in Singapore with the reputation of being the cleanest city in the world has clear city river water.
Nice Justin, more from you
Amazing what more can we ask.. So Loveeet 😍😍😍
💥😃😃
Beautiful place👏
What is that heck place in this world. That would be super expensive in other countries.
Welcome to PH..enjoy brother
Very beautiful!
Check out the super modern place at TONDO, Manila. Its awesome there!
I'm living here at the exact same place,but still never see the main gym area 🤣 good thing I watch your video . Tomorrow I will go to the gym 😆❤️🙌🏼 very nice
Lol 😆 your gym is incredible. Glad my video could remind you 😀
@@itsJustinSpencer haha 😂
Visit the Azure Urban Resort and Residences in Paranaque City...it's like man made beach in the City...
This is awesome. Just want to ask at 5:49, the background music is cool, may I know the title?
Newbie here! Have a great🌞 monin'!👍👍👍
Really a good place to stay or live. Convenient to almost every where. Across Rockwell . Enjoy your condo hopping
Wow! Beautiful building and garden. New subs here. Keep it up.
Welcome 😃
Wow yes! Seems like the development there is gonna even grow more fast as the years go by
"HOW CAN THIS POSSIBLY BE MANILA?!" Why not? what did you expect? Huts and water buffalos?
In the provinces you can see huts and water buffalos.
😂😂😂😂😂 most foreigners expect that our country is too poor to have them which is funny and irritating really.... because the root cause of that is most foreigners still look down on Filipinos. Deny it but its true....
@@karlbasallote6719 yeah and I love being in the province. Huts are cool to live in not like cement which too hot for tropical country like us and buffalos are our best friends because of them poor farmers can till the lands for our rice production, our staple food. Do not belittle our huts and buffalos
@@sherinick7523 yes, those foreigners are so annoying.
@@sherinick7523 saan ka sa Pilipinas?
Aqua Residences buildings appears to be patterned to the slightly older Azure Urban Residences in Parañaque city. They are from the same developer and is in collaboration with the Paris Hilton Hotel chains. I’m not sure if the amenities compares to the newer Acqua since the last time I was there was during pre-pandemic times but there was expansions made. Azure have a man-made white sand beach on the grounds.
Good job guys just explore n enjoy take care God bless
Give credits to the interior designer of this property!
Shut up
I'm also impressed with the architect & engineer who designed the whole building and worked on the garden & outdoor amenities. They have beautiful landscaping as well!
I tried an airbnb at Acqua once before. Its all good and nice. The only difficulty is going in and out of the property. It looks close to the main roads but it’s actually not. You need to go around the property or something. You will walk a part of the E. Pantelon road (which floods during rainy season) to get to the common areas of mandaluyong like offices, Edsa and malls etc. cabs don’t normally drive by the area and getting grab on a daily basis will take a toll on the budget. But that was way back. Maybe cabs frequent the area now or something.
Yep you hit the nail on the head. I also observed this.
I agree with this as well. If you are working from home, and have all your needs delivered, then Acqua is perfect. But if you want to visit places, or do your own grocery or get to work, you will always need to book a cab. It's hardly walkable. And the neighborhood is, unfortunately, not pedestrian-friendly and quite dirty. The river also stinks at times. Rockwell looks really close to Acqua, but in reality, it's not.
Can't believe that such a wonderful complex is in Metro Manila. Wonder who's the developer?
That’s a good question!
Century Properties
Century Properties
Stunning content, nicely done.
Thank you!
That place is massive and have everything
Whatcing from Italy, spreed my beautiful country Philippines god bless
Ya what happend now to the river is brown because of typhoon carding,only suday have storm.
Garden do beautiful 👌
I subscribe for you. Watching from Chicago
Why we are getting shocking reaction or topic all the time? Philippines is a progressive country , with highly urbanized cities but, certainly not a jungle or uncivilized nation. Or maybe they are just trying to stir up viewers.
It’s actually a complement. These structures rival some of the greatest cities in the world. The title means it was an unexpected but awesome discovery.
Same thought which irritates me. Do we need to shout to the world hey guys or world our country is not uncivilized as you think it is. Come we have beautiful cities than yours! My gosh... we have those in our cities for a long time now but we dont brag about it. They just disvovered it and then they kind of I cant believe this is Manila geeezzz
It's because not all people around the World knows or even heard of Philippines actually. Most people concentrates in their own country, other bordering countries, or the prime countries and cities around the world. Mostly don't try or has no interest in knowing other countries and the culture. As they say, Good or Bad Publicity is still publicity and can be relevant. 😁🤙
Yeah some vloggers use it for bait, view, subs or attention as catchy Thumbnail 😂
@@dreisoriano449 people like them don't have high interests in Geography subject or searches for local or world geography in their own country since grade schools till they graduate in high end universities but end up poor in Geography still until they got to the country they tour. 😂
That is normal in metro manila and other major cities in the philippines like cebu, iloilo and davao
Hello I'm new your chanel thanks to your vlog the beautiful hotel in manila good job Philippines a great country now enjoy explore in manila u visite ukada god bless stay safe I'm watching from Riyadh saudi manila bankok branchl
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@@itsJustinSpencer your welcom
Justin, where were you when I decided to invest in a condo?! I would've hands down chose this over the one I took. :(
The amount of "Oh my gods!" 🤣
Know the difference: Featured snippet from the web...
A 'complement' is something that completes something else in some way. But, 'compliment' is a courteous remark that expresses admiration.
So happy to see those infrastructures in the Philippines it's unbelievable. But still, feel sad because the poverty in the Philippines is still huge. Wealth there is not equally distributed well, because of rampant corruption everywhere. Hope and pray that every Pilipino could have a piece of economic development in the Philippines and could afford to live in that infrastructure.
Fyi poverty in Philippines is continiously decreasing now because of strong economy of Philippines, poverty line in Philippines now is only 18% compared to recent years of 22%.
Yes its on the way,philippines will be the wealthiest nation on earth
I'm tired of comments about poverty. Can't you guys think positive or if you mention it, what do you plan to do? Donate at least because there are many foundations to donate to. 😊
Well managed design place 👌🏻🔥🔥🔥
I can say....wow!!!
I still like the provincial lifestyle especially by the water. City is too congested and high riser scares the living out of me! Just my preference though. Love the interior design, so simple.
I saw you last time in Rockwell buying some stuff in appliance center🙂🙂🙂
And im the one who assisted you😅😅😅😅
🤣 love it!
Also in Conrad hotel near Moa one of the biggest mall in the world.
thanks for sharing :)enjoy your stay
Thanks! 😃
Check out The Grove by Rockwell near Ortigas Center. It’s also a really nice development with similar amenities to Acqua. The pool area in The Grove is epic, worthy of a resort! Unit prices and rent are significantly lower than Rockwell Makati
Yeah, been there to a friend's unit. It's nice too. And it's nearer Ortigas Center and Eastwood City. And Bridgetowne also which is still in development. Plus there are other ones that will soon rise in that area.
A lot of Underconstructions on going in some parts of MANILA that homes with world class Hotel, condos, sports complex, entertainments and Offices. indeed, massive construction for infrastructure and modernazation for transportation still on progress, once these things completed in a few years it will add more options, conveniency for local and international visitors. and these is the reason MANILA Lagging behind its counterpart along with some world class cities like Shanghai, Dubai, Singapore, and New York. What Makes Bangkok and KL ahead a bit to Manila, is more hotel and food options ,advance and modern transportation that accessable for all. i been to these Cities and for general aspects these cities are quite similar most Certainly, MANILA and BANGKOK.
I guess Bangkok must be a bit ahead of several places in the US too, SIKE
Please also visit AZURE URBAN RESORT RESIDENCES in Paranaque City. It features the first ever man-made beach in the city, and the Paris Beach Club named after Paris Hilton, its brand ambassadress
I also have unit there, I can lend you may condo unit to use for your vlog if ever hehe
When?! JustinSpencerSolos@gmail.com
@@itsJustinSpencer I sent you a DM in your IG
@@esuba79 perfect will connect over there soon!
question brother I'm relocating to manila in Feb. ill e on a tourist visa but I plan on extending for as long as possible. Now could I rent out a condo on a tourist visa or will I have to get Airbnb's?
Yes you can rent out a condo with a tourist visa and you can extend it all the way up to 36 months
@@itsJustinSpencer I've been looking online for one, but where do I find the month to month condos in BGC?
@@faithfamilyfitness4032 unless it’s an Airbnb, you won’t be able to get a month to month. You’ll need to commit at least a 6 month lease if you’d like to get the greatly reduced rates (40% to 60% less).
Why is that place so empty? I can exchange a week of our timeshare the end of this month. Thinking of doing it before heading to our province of Pangasinan.
Acquaint residences is one of the best in makati city riverside area.
Are you surprised ma men... tall buildings since 1970s is already here 🤔👍🏻
Great vid