HEY FRIENDS! 😁👉I WILL BE GOING LIVE 🚨NEXT THURSDAY 6PM PST (FRIDAY, 10AM MANILA TIME)🚨 Come say hi, I will be answering any questions and just chatting with you all! COME STOP BY! 🌴Thank you for watching the Philippines series 🌴and I can't wait to get back soon!! Come say hi on Instagram - instagram.com/tourist2townie/ 🍻
@@travellinronzky I'm Canadian My girlfriend is from Manila Her uncle is a counselor of his Brgy My 2nd day in Philippines he drove the whole family to Tagaytay He was very proud to show me Bulalo and Pinoy foods We did not get to see much because it was night time and a storm started But I really enjoyed Tagaytay And the people Out of many of the other places in Philippines i seen
Gareth, let me just say this, of all the Travel Vloggers that have explored the Philippines so far, you have the best, most diverse, and heartful content. I love the fact that you totally immersed yourself to the islands and even in Manila. You are one of the few that have explored the North. You've been to the mountains but there's still a lot more to the North from Batanes, to Cagayan, Abra, Ilocos, Calayan Islands, La Union, Zambales, and probably the last frotier of the North... Palanan, Isabela, which soon will be connected via new road to the rest of Luzon as it is currently separated by Mountain Ranges which makes going there extra difficult. You have to take chartered flight or hours of boat ride, pacific side of the Philippines before you reach the area, it's a historic and pristine town with unspoiled beaches, rivers with potable drinking water, and some falls. It's a must visit since I see you as a no fuss traveller. The way you've interacted with locals, adapt to their way living, embrace their culture, try variety of our dishes, you basically don't just travel but immerse yourself to community and even support various efforts of sustainable tourism. That was just so, so great of you. Hope you can explore more of the Philippines as there's still a lot to explore and share. We locals don't get to travel much as you do as most of us are if not, financially challenged, have family to mind and support, or work and business to do with limited time for vacation. Travel on Sir, and inspire us more, you are awesome!
Thank you for your positive view of the Philippines. I took my family there for the first time. Visited Manila, Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, Siquijor, Dumaguete, Bacolod, & Iloilo within a month. Amazing experience.
@@coffeeberry1984 I'm pinoy, married to an American for 25 yrs and we have two grown kids. I'm residing in the US. We will be back there again soon. Salamat
Great video. I found your channel a couple of years after you posted these. I'm an American living and running businesses in the Philippines and have a UA-cam channel covering my journey here too. So much is different living here during the pandemic, but Filipinos are the same wonderful, kind, people they always are.
REMEMBER: Filipinos RESPECT foreigners especially europeans and americans.....why? because you are WHITE/CAUCASIAN and that's the TRUTH....and + 80% Filipinos are catholic christian.
@@aaf342008 YOU ARE flippin' PLONKER and definitely a TYPICAL FILIPINO CRAB/TALANGKA IDIOT! Specifically i was talking about this young lady here and the aim here is to encourage more FEMALE (Euro,US..etc) to come visit the country ...and the truth is a lot of them are all hearsay...Philippines is beautiful,i can understand that number 1 priority is SAFETY...but Filipinos are friendly and definitely HOSPITABLE. So come on now young ladies,pack your bags and let's go because IT'S MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES...and don't worry about them Filipino CRAB MENTALITY like this idiot here.
You dethrone mike and lost leblanc in my vloggers list. You absolutely resonate what a travel vlogger is, its natural and it emanates in every video. Keep up the great job Gareth!
It is great to know that the Philippines treated you well. 🤙🇵🇭 For that, thank you for the very positive review of the country as well as these awesome travel tips to others who might want to visit our country. There are still so many places to see here. I, myself have plans to travel some off-the-beaten places in Mindanao this June. Hope you come back soon to continue your Philippine adventure! 👍
There goes the stigma that Philippines might not be a safe tourist choice. But you certainly proved otherwise. Some of the beaches are so amazing and pristine that it doesn't look real. Glad, you had a nice experience there. Keep it up, we'd love to see more.
Greetings from London, England. Love watching our vlogs and thank you for the travel tips as I am looking to visit the Philippines as a solo traveler as well. Safe travels
Thank you for an incredible series. I’m American Filipino. I’ve been to several of the locations you have been. I appreciate the positive and honest perceptive you have. I’m returning this year, with in May or November( possibly for all saints day). I have lived there as well. The longest time, about 18 months. I am headed to Tokyo as well later this year. I will combine my Philippines trip with the Tokyo trip. Thank you again. When you get back to the states, I’m in delaware but work and travel to dc and Philly often!! Dinners on me!
What I like most in your expedition is promoting conservation of the Philippines natural resources. I appreciate you highlighted the right way to enjoy traveling and at the same time preserving the beautiful wonders of our country. Great video. Thank you for sharing.
Once I found out how the phone system worked I must admit I quite liked it. Pay for the "load" then use the balance to pay for 3 days of unlimited data. I dream of a mango shake I had in Alona beach, Bohol. Packed full of mango for only $1 where here it cost $3 for just a single mango.
Loved this one just as much as your Iceland Travel Guide. Adding the Philippines to my ever growing Bucket List... ps, note to self: no matter how tempted, stay away from the fast food. 😅
A BIG Thank You Gareth for all the kind words and for sharing to all of us your beautiful experiences in our country Philippines.Don't hesitate to come back because like you we Welcome you anytime,any day.Take care,God Bless and see you soon!
Very pleasurable to watch. 🤗👍 You have covered quite a stretch of miles across the different islands of the Philippines more than I have. Your delivery & presentation of your experience in these different destinations was very good, down to earth and wholesome which is why I enjoyed watching your vlogs. I am also glad you enjoy Filipino food. It is an acquired taste for some.
The funny thing is i was born in the Philippines and I had to watch your youtube uploads to discover about interesting places in ThePhilippines😀. I am thinking about doing the Tao adventure...
I followed your local travel vlog, it was mind boggling. Look forward to another episode with your interesting highlights and commentary of the place, its life dynamics and all that! Liked it!
The expression of the Filipino watching you eat balut for the first time was priceless. I ate it in the dark like many of the Phillippinas recommended as they done as well, I ate balut every night before bed because it is a legend it is great for the sex life... man you really have done a fantastic job with your videos, the best I have watched. I hope many people will not go there and mess things up there... it should remain a secret for people who do not have much money so the average person can afford to travel to a fantastic place or even move to...
Went to the Philippines last December - early January, enjoyed Mati a lot, and food was amazing fresh there. I ate a lot of fruits, even lechon, beef tapa.LoL I love the province so much! Makes me wanna visit again by watching this! God bless you, Gareth! Your videos are awesome! 👌🏽☺️ I hope you visit south Cotabato, and enjoy the beauty of Lake Holon, T’Boli, Lake Sebu, Gensan, and Marbel.
My friend, I'm speechless with your review and evaluation. Two words that hit my mind concerning everything you said about our country ---> TRUTH and PARITY. Maraming salamat sa yo Mr. Gareth Leonard. 💖
I hope Siargao can be saved as well. It will take a lot of effort from everyone on the island and people from overseas. It's a special island that doesn't need an international airport at all. It's overkill, and it will surely do the island no favours at all. Filipinos are more careful about preserving what they have so I do have some hope that they will be able to resist unnecessary change. Locals will need a lot of help from the outside to reach a positive outcome.
thanks for adding this video to your highly motivating and inspiring collection! it definitely plants a seed on wanting to travel more and putting places on my radar that were not there before. Having just recently discovered your travel blog, I've been on a binge-watching mode. There is one thing that does resonate from your series, your videos will be impactful and will motivate people to travel. The one thing that sets you apart is that you're raising awareness and creating a mindset about meaningful, mindful and responsible travel experiences... so kudos on a great job at it! thanks for your work and passion, can't wait for the next one! pura vida.
I watched the whole video, I am from the Philippines and you've seen the country more than myself. I am glad you had a wonderful visit and we welcome you anytime.
I honestly must say that The Philippines is one of the greatest and inviting countries to visit not only the beauty of the places but the people with the smile and very hospitable in all aspects. I am Canadian now but my heart and mind still saying that I am proud to be a Filipino. Canada is my home now but I will never forget where I came from, both countries are amazing in different ways but man the Philippines is really more exciting, the culture, the people, the food, the places, name it and you will find it. I hope for you to have an amazing journey in the Philippines and spread the love and positivity. Always remember that nothing is perfect in this world but one thing I can say that it is more Fun in the Philippines!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great video!! Very detailed honest information. Well covered Gareth. The best video information in the Philippines for now. After this video Gareth, the Filipinos will fall in - love with you. This is how great this video is ❣️Ty❤️
Every single vlogger should replicate the preface sppech you gave in the beginning of your video. Gained my respect off the bat! Your info was honest and unbiased. I truly appreciated your delivery and content! 🥰
One the best Philippines travel guides i've watched so far! Very informative and useful. All first time travellers in the Ph should watch this. Keep up the good work Gareth :) will deffo share this!
Thank you for showing off the natural beauty of my home country , The Philippines. I was binging on your travels which really made me homesick and brought back great memories. I was with you all the way with your food adventures and I will give you a lot credit for eating the balut, chicken intestine and chicken feet and the pig blood. I was not that brave , nor my American husband lol Also , I want to thank you for taking the time to enunciate the towns’ names correctly as well as caring about the locals . I can see the joy in your eyes when you see new places and tried new delicacies. Looking forward to your adventures to southern Philippines , my hometown. I can’t wait . Good luck 🍀!
Everything about this video makes it a shame for us locals who have not experienced or seen our country the way you have. It definitely tickled the idea of traveling and experiencing how beautiful the Philippines, my country, is. Thanks Gareth!
You haven't come yet to Kalanggaman Beach one of the most and beautiful blue clear water & pristine Beach in Palompon, Leyte @ the Eastern side of thousands island in the philippines ♥ and Thank you very much for all the Positive vibes video from our beloved country Philippines. Hope to see you soon on your new next travel vlog around the philippines. Have fun and enjoy living a simplicity life in our island. God blessed you and have a great and amazing wonderful day ✌✌✌ watching from Tokyo 👍👍👍 and i ’ m new subscriber here 😍✌✌✌
Thank you so much not only for visiting and loving our country but also for having a care for our future and for future/other visitors also to enjoy what you experience! God bless!
It's such a refreshing & heart warming experience to listen to you pronounce Filpino words "correctly"! I watch a lot of the foreigner "vlogger" friends you met in the Philippines & totally bungle them. It's really annoying to listen to (Kulas).But I'm so glad you respect Filipinos enough to say the words correctly. Much appreciated! 🤩
Great video! Very kind, sincere and heartfelt. And your pronunciation is on point! One of my favorite videos is where you took a picture in the same spot your grandfather did some 70 years earlier. That was very touching.
I’m glad I found your channel, it’s the best one about Philippines travel and culture because you actually take the time to learn something about the local traditions and customs and food. I’m Filipino and I’ve learned a lot from watching your videos...I think that says something. Well done and good luck, hope you get back to the Philippines soon.
Thank you Gareth for your kind words about the Philippines. It is you guys, travel and food bloggers who are showing to us (Filipinos) how beautiful Philippines is. Many of us don't have the change to visit the places.
Thanks for being such a great inspiration to me. I really love the production value of all your video clips here. That's why I also start my channel. Keep going with it and always take care!!!
hello! Gareth first of all thank you so much for picking our country i hope you have plenty of fun in the Phils. hoping to see you soon again take care🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Jeepneys are not converted school bus. Jeepneys are a product of Filipino ingenuity from left over Jeeps during the world war 2. They converted the Jeeps into a public utility vehicle and decorated it with a touch Filipino art. 😀
Here's a Manila Survival Tip: Please be aware of "Love Hotels" in Manila - Eurotel, Astrotel, Sogo etc. They have been primarily patronized as such then rebadged as economy hotels for marketing purposes. Manila both has slums and cosmopolitan areas. Please exert due diligence in researching both.. For accomodation, Please try to book at least 3 star boutique hotels in Ortigas, Pasig, Makati Avenue (Red Light District), Timog in Quezon City, Taguig (BGC) and Pasay(near Mall Of Asia) moving forward. You'll find AirBnB units for lease too.. Please take care of your belongings, dress like a local (casual jeans, white Hanes shirt, sneakers, baseball cap), bring umbrella, bottled water and you'll be fine. Also, wear your backpack facing your chest and only ask directions from police or establishments (711, restaurants etc.). Try to Ignore locals who try to ask you directions or favors. We Filipinos love to smile but when you are on the road don't talk to strangers apply. Download the Grab App. Its still the cheapest and safest means to roam Manila. Take note of these and you'll maximize your stay in Manila. Enjoy!
Try also Kilawin in Iloilo City. There's so many different kind of Kilawin. It may be fish like Tanigue, etc. or pork skin. You can see it in Tatoy's Restaurant.
Hi! Mr. Leonard i Hope you Came Back Again to fhe Philippines . Im Filipina work here in Berlin i watch all your Travel Vid. That so Amazing footage.im little bit Concern About Siargao island popularity now. Becouse im from there in Mindanao.
Wow just wow!!!! your narrative story of our country is just so incredible..you are one of the best storyteller amongst the vlogger! Looking forward to your next expedition here!MABUHAY ka..Stay Safe😷 wherever you are✈️🌎👣🙏
hi gareth tnx for ur nice and positive review hope u will enjoy ur nxt travel in the south, just take care always i cant wait to see ur south travel vlogs😚😚😚
I was ready to listen to rants and just bad reviews of Philippines but you just made me love my country even more. I hope you'll check Eastern Visayas next.
You’re so personable and just down to earth that so refreshing in many other bloggers out there. I’m glad that you had a great time. I thought you are one of our residents last year. I was also there last year to celebrate my mom’s 90th birthday. Much luck and blessings to you next year I hope when travel is allowed. Take care ❤️🌹❤️
You crack me up starting at 9:01 about transportation, the NASA launch and the flying reindeer :-)..We will be in Cebu for 2 weeks next month, can't wait...getting excited.
Thank you for good & positive review of the Philippines I really love ur videos specially ur drone videos they are incredible & beautiful.Hope to see soon back in the Phillippines.God bless.
This is crazy... I have literally watched all your vlogs from Philippines and then a handful of others of other places and every time I watched them I always kept telling myself "HOW and WHY do i feel like i know this guy?!" I searched your name and Sydney on youtube and boom.... SYDNEY Mardi Gras. The float you joined I choreographed and we chatted for you a bit about your travels on the day of parade at rehearsal St Mary's Cathedral. Haha. Mate I love you vlogs. You do a superb job. I link them to my non Pinoy mates in a bid they will go one day. Successfully top listed on their bucket list. And mate I really appreciated the emotional one of you in Cebu. Fellow Cebuano here! Keep doing your thing champ. I'm really glad you love the Philippines. I miss it. Hoping to be there mid year after 8yrs away 🙏. ✌❤🌟
Awesome, awesome review Gareth! Glad you did not sugar coat the frustrating issues. Definitely useful for foreigners and first time visitors of my motherland. Already shared it with my Babe, who will be traveling with me for the FIRST TIME. 😃
Nice one Gareth. I enjoyed this videos. Hope you continue your good deeds to the less privelege person in the Philippines. Willing to contribute what i can afford.
I am from the Philippines but I live more in the US than in the Philippines. So unfortunately, I haven't been to the islands you've been. I live vicariously through you and Finn...I miss it there. One day I'll do a long visit. Thank you very much for a concise but thorough presentation.
hi Gareth...i always chck your videos..when you comeback to visits the south part of philippines..plss meet up wit kulas..he's not filipino but he knows more about Mindanao than any other filipino...
All smile and cries while watching this vlog.. thank you for appreciating Philippines... btw 11:06 was hilarious.. lol Cant wait to see the season 2.. miss you already.. 😍😉😊
GodBless Mr. Gareth... Thank you for Visiting the Philippines. Almost 6years never had vacation in the Philippines.. Thank You for bringing me to Philippines thru ur VLOG...
Hi Gareth loved this video! I'm a Canadian that was born and raised in the south island of mindanao 🇨🇦🇵🇭 I recommend you also stop by my hometown of General Santos as well as Lake Sebu it's close to Davao 😊
As always you did not disappoint. Your love of life, love of people and most importantly love of food keeps me so entertained and informed. I am from and live in Hawaii and Filipino life is part of who we are. Please keep up the good work. We have such a beautiful planet and people as a whole all love the things you have describe that you love, satisfying work, someone to love and someone to love you, friends, family, food and drink and good health. This is what makes us rich.
I appreciate you so much for your honest and positive perspective of my country, it upleft my heart despite the not so nice and negative news on tv about our country. Being a Filipino, it gives me so much pride. To be honest, your a very good vlogger..looking forward for more videos and 2nd part of your visit here in the philippines.
A fair assesment !! Thanks for the positives and the negatives, they are true. Cant wait wait to see part 2 of your Philippines travel. I hope our country does not become like Thailand. Too much tourism is harmful for the environment.
Your 32 minute vlog is beyond worthy to watch, Gareth. Content is sooo inspiring showcasing how beautiful the country is. Clips are cinematic and mindblowing geez just stunning!! And you The man Gareth excellent job my friend! Your vlogs have deep purpose that inspire viewers to spread kindness and positivism. We all need vloggers like you. Can't wait for Season 2.. Goodluck 'til next time.. Cheers from Toronto👏🙌👌👍💖
Wow..101% well-said for the Phil..my country but you're still the most privileged coz u r able to visit places here where many of us couldnt..u know that well..
We have been living here in the PI for the past six years and know all too well this Maharlikan paradise. We truly enjoy your travel vlogs and looking forward to seeing more. Good luck and safe travels.
HEY FRIENDS! 😁👉I WILL BE GOING LIVE 🚨NEXT THURSDAY 6PM PST (FRIDAY, 10AM MANILA TIME)🚨
Come say hi, I will be answering any questions and just chatting with you all! COME STOP BY!
🌴Thank you for watching the Philippines series 🌴and I can't wait to get back soon!! Come say hi on Instagram - instagram.com/tourist2townie/ 🍻
Visit my city Tagaytay 🇵🇭...just near Manila...see the volcano...good food. Coffee..cool mountain city...good hotels and budget rooms. Discover it...
@@travellinronzky I'm Canadian My girlfriend is from Manila Her uncle is a counselor of his Brgy My 2nd day in Philippines he drove the whole family to Tagaytay He was very proud to show me Bulalo and Pinoy foods We did not get to see much because it was night time and a storm started But I really enjoyed Tagaytay And the people Out of many of the other places in Philippines i seen
You going to be live this Thursday the 31st and 1st if so that would be tight I will be watching see all awesome stuff that you see
How you been to Scotland cuz that's where my Nana is from if you haven't you should go there 2 glass glow
Gareth Leonard I believe Grab Taxi is actually the most commonly used and most efficient since most drivers work for Grab.
Gareth, let me just say this, of all the Travel Vloggers that have explored the Philippines so far, you have the best, most diverse, and heartful content. I love the fact that you totally immersed yourself to the islands and even in Manila. You are one of the few that have explored the North. You've been to the mountains but there's still a lot more to the North from Batanes, to Cagayan, Abra, Ilocos, Calayan Islands, La Union, Zambales, and probably the last frotier of the North... Palanan, Isabela, which soon will be connected via new road to the rest of Luzon as it is currently separated by Mountain Ranges which makes going there extra difficult. You have to take chartered flight or hours of boat ride, pacific side of the Philippines before you reach the area, it's a historic and pristine town with unspoiled beaches, rivers with potable drinking water, and some falls. It's a must visit since I see you as a no fuss traveller. The way you've interacted with locals, adapt to their way living, embrace their culture, try variety of our dishes, you basically don't just travel but immerse yourself to community and even support various efforts of sustainable tourism. That was just so, so great of you. Hope you can explore more of the Philippines as there's still a lot to explore and share. We locals don't get to travel much as you do as most of us are if not, financially challenged, have family to mind and support, or work and business to do with limited time for vacation. Travel on Sir, and inspire us more, you are awesome!
and he is honest. I like it
Watching them... Gareth Finn and Kyle Daniel erwann... its more of content...not just feature the country...putting heart into their vlogs.
You're simply the Best
I'm constantly daydreaming about lumpia, pancit and tocino! Thanks for the great travel guide to the Philippines!
How about Alcohol and Letchon?😁
@@tonton3004 Can't argue with that!
30 And A Wake Up it’s very easy to make . Watch UA-cam .:)
Thank you for your positive view of the Philippines. I took my family there for the first time. Visited Manila, Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, Siquijor, Dumaguete, Bacolod, & Iloilo within a month. Amazing experience.
Thanks for visiting my country
@@coffeeberry1984 I'm pinoy, married to an American for 25 yrs and we have two grown kids. I'm residing in the US. We will be back there again soon. Salamat
Thank you for visiting Philippines
Great video. I found your channel a couple of years after you posted these. I'm an American living and running businesses in the Philippines and have a UA-cam channel covering my journey here too. So much is different living here during the pandemic, but Filipinos are the same wonderful, kind, people they always are.
This video makes me want to visit the Philippines! I can’t wait to see round 2! 🤙🏼
REMEMBER: Filipinos RESPECT foreigners especially europeans and americans.....why? because you are WHITE/CAUCASIAN and that's the TRUTH....and + 80% Filipinos are catholic christian.
Berit Young you should:) i’m a canadian but born and raised in the Philippines and my goal in the future is to travel more around the Philippines.
@@oskie66skye I'm a Filipino. You are so stupid to say that. Filipinos are just friendly regardless of color.
@@aaf342008 YOU ARE flippin' PLONKER and definitely a TYPICAL FILIPINO CRAB/TALANGKA IDIOT! Specifically i was talking about this young lady here and the aim here is to encourage more FEMALE (Euro,US..etc) to come visit the country ...and the truth is a lot of them are all hearsay...Philippines is beautiful,i can understand that number 1 priority is SAFETY...but Filipinos are friendly and definitely HOSPITABLE. So come on now young ladies,pack your bags and let's go because IT'S MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES...and don't worry about them Filipino CRAB MENTALITY like this idiot here.
@Julius J Toxic comments.
You dethrone mike and lost leblanc in my vloggers list. You absolutely resonate what a travel vlogger is, its natural and it emanates in every video. Keep up the great job Gareth!
Tama
Finn Snow is a goodvlogger as well
Who's Mike? I know Lost leBlanc though.
@@michaelr4464 yup I now know them. They're good.
mike corey,fearless and far
It is great to know that the Philippines treated you well. 🤙🇵🇭 For that, thank you for the very positive review of the country as well as these awesome travel tips to others who might want to visit our country. There are still so many places to see here. I, myself have plans to travel some off-the-beaten places in Mindanao this June. Hope you come back soon to continue your Philippine adventure! 👍
Nextime go bacolod city of smile visit the masskara festival on October.
Same way that you do
There goes the stigma that Philippines might not be a safe tourist choice. But you certainly proved otherwise. Some of the beaches are so amazing and pristine that it doesn't look real. Glad, you had a nice experience there. Keep it up, we'd love to see more.
Erik Michael I could have told you that I’ve been here almost 4 yrs on Mindanao in Davao
Greetings from London, England. Love watching our vlogs and thank you for the travel tips as I am looking to visit the Philippines as a solo traveler as well. Safe travels
Thank you for an incredible series. I’m American Filipino. I’ve been to several of the locations you have been. I appreciate the positive and honest perceptive you have. I’m returning this year, with in May or November( possibly for all saints day). I have lived there as well. The longest time, about 18 months. I am headed to Tokyo as well later this year. I will combine my Philippines trip with the Tokyo trip. Thank you again. When you get back to the states, I’m in delaware but work and travel to dc and Philly often!! Dinners on me!
What I like most in your expedition is promoting conservation of the Philippines natural resources. I appreciate you highlighted the right way to enjoy traveling and at the same time preserving the beautiful wonders of our country.
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
Once I found out how the phone system worked I must admit I quite liked it. Pay for the "load" then use the balance to pay for 3 days of unlimited data.
I dream of a mango shake I had in Alona beach, Bohol. Packed full of mango for only $1 where here it cost $3 for just a single mango.
Loved this one just as much as your Iceland Travel Guide. Adding the Philippines to my ever growing Bucket List... ps, note to self: no matter how tempted, stay away from the fast food. 😅
*I miss Lumpia..* ✅🙂
A BIG Thank You Gareth for all the kind words and for sharing to all of us your beautiful experiences in our country Philippines.Don't hesitate to come back because like you we Welcome you anytime,any day.Take care,God Bless and see you soon!
On my way now, thank you so much for putting in the effort to explain everything so well!
Very pleasurable to watch. 🤗👍 You have covered quite a stretch of miles across the different islands of the Philippines more than I have. Your delivery & presentation of your experience in these different destinations was very good, down to earth and wholesome which is why I enjoyed watching your vlogs. I am also glad you enjoy Filipino food. It is an acquired taste for some.
I got tears how beautiful memories you experience...
The funny thing is i was born in the Philippines and I had to watch your youtube uploads to discover about interesting places in ThePhilippines😀. I am thinking about doing the Tao adventure...
Tao Adventure in Palawan is very good..highly recommended
A trip like that could be amazing or horrible. Depends on the group you end up with. It's a gamble.
I followed your local travel vlog, it was mind boggling. Look forward to another episode with your interesting highlights and commentary of the place, its life dynamics and all that! Liked it!
I just cameback from philippines.. huhu still winter here in the US.. I spent sinulog and new year there .. can’t wait to go vacation again
The expression of the Filipino watching you eat balut for the first time was priceless. I ate it in the dark like many of the Phillippinas recommended as they done as well, I ate balut every night before bed because it is a legend it is great for the sex life... man you really have done a fantastic job with your videos, the best I have watched. I hope many people will not go there and mess things up there... it should remain a secret for people who do not have much money so the average person can afford to travel to a fantastic place or even move to...
Went to the Philippines last December - early January, enjoyed Mati a lot, and food was amazing fresh there. I ate a lot of fruits, even lechon, beef tapa.LoL I love the province so much! Makes me wanna visit again by watching this! God bless you, Gareth! Your videos are awesome! 👌🏽☺️ I hope you visit south Cotabato, and enjoy the beauty of Lake Holon, T’Boli, Lake Sebu, Gensan, and Marbel.
Am blown away by all of your videos about Philipines... full of love from a Filipina
Love it, really love it so much.
My friend, I'm speechless with your review and evaluation. Two words that hit my mind concerning everything you said about our country ---> TRUTH and PARITY. Maraming salamat sa yo Mr. Gareth Leonard. 💖
This is one of the best-detailed experience presented by a traveler about the Philippines. Two thumbs up!
I hope Siargao can be saved as well. It will take a lot of effort from everyone on the island and people from overseas. It's a special island that doesn't need an international airport at all. It's overkill, and it will surely do the island no favours at all. Filipinos are more careful about preserving what they have so I do have some hope that they will be able to resist unnecessary change. Locals will need a lot of help from the outside to reach a positive outcome.
thanks for adding this video to your highly motivating and inspiring collection! it definitely plants a seed on wanting to travel more and putting places on my radar that were not there before. Having just recently discovered your travel blog, I've been on a binge-watching mode. There is one thing that does resonate from your series, your videos will be impactful and will motivate people to travel. The one thing that sets you apart is that you're raising awareness and creating a mindset about meaningful, mindful and responsible travel experiences... so kudos on a great job at it! thanks for your work and passion, can't wait for the next one! pura vida.
Great video Gareth! You inspired me to start vlogging my Philippines trip! Just uploaded the first few. Loving your work!
I love to hear that! Thank you so much! Keep going!! 👊
Thanks Gareth!
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Thanks Gareth! You are always welcome in the Philippines! God bless and stay safe!
Thanks for loving our country 😍 and god well guide you where ever you ⛳ go 🙏🙏🙏❤
I watched the whole video, I am from the Philippines and you've seen the country more than myself. I am glad you had a wonderful visit and we welcome you anytime.
I vote you become honorary pinoy! It just left me teary eyed and missing the Philippines. Thank you
I honestly must say that The Philippines is one of the greatest and inviting countries to visit not only the beauty of the places but the people with the smile and very hospitable in all aspects. I am Canadian now but my heart and mind still saying that I am proud to be a Filipino. Canada is my home now but I will never forget where I came from, both countries are amazing in different ways but man the Philippines is really more exciting, the culture, the people, the food, the places, name it and you will find it. I hope for you to have an amazing journey in the Philippines and spread the love and positivity. Always remember that nothing is perfect in this world but one thing I can say that it is more Fun in the Philippines!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great video!! Very detailed honest information. Well covered Gareth.
The best video information in the
Philippines for now. After this video
Gareth, the Filipinos will fall in - love
with you. This is how great this video is ❣️Ty❤️
Every single vlogger should replicate the preface sppech you gave in the beginning of your video. Gained my respect off the bat! Your info was honest and unbiased. I truly appreciated your delivery and content! 🥰
One the best Philippines travel guides i've watched so far! Very informative and useful. All first time travellers in the Ph should watch this. Keep up the good work Gareth :) will deffo share this!
Thank you for showing off the natural beauty of my home country , The Philippines. I was binging on your travels which really made me homesick and brought back great memories. I was with you all the way with your food adventures and I will give you a lot credit for eating the balut, chicken intestine and chicken feet and the pig blood. I was not that brave , nor my American husband lol
Also , I want to thank you for taking the time to enunciate the towns’ names correctly as well as caring about the locals . I can see the joy in your eyes when you see new places and tried new delicacies.
Looking forward to your adventures to southern Philippines , my hometown. I can’t wait .
Good luck 🍀!
Appreciate you loved traveling our Country! We hope to see you again here and explore more of our best islands ❤🇵🇭❤
Everything about this video makes it a shame for us locals who have not experienced or seen our country the way you have.
It definitely tickled the idea of traveling and experiencing how beautiful the Philippines, my country, is. Thanks Gareth!
You haven't come yet to Kalanggaman Beach one of the most and beautiful blue clear water & pristine Beach in Palompon, Leyte @ the Eastern side of thousands island in the philippines ♥ and Thank you very much for all the Positive vibes video from our beloved country Philippines. Hope to see you soon on your new next travel vlog around the philippines. Have fun and enjoy living a simplicity life in our island. God blessed you and have a great and amazing wonderful day ✌✌✌ watching from Tokyo 👍👍👍 and i ’ m new subscriber here 😍✌✌✌
Agujar Evelyn Im going there and Malapascua Island this July!! Yes im Filipino and im excited coz i have never been there!!😂
Thank you so much not only for visiting and loving our country but also for having a care for our future and for future/other visitors also to enjoy what you experience! God bless!
Thats right Gareth. Its that simple use common sense in travelling. Looking forward more of your videos.
It's such a refreshing & heart warming experience to listen to you pronounce Filpino words "correctly"! I watch a lot of the foreigner "vlogger" friends you met in the Philippines & totally bungle them. It's really annoying to listen to (Kulas).But I'm so glad you respect Filipinos enough to say the words correctly. Much appreciated! 🤩
Nice to hear that Gareth your planning to go back here in the Philippines and nice collaborating with Kulas will help you a lot in Mindanao travel👍
Great video! Very kind, sincere and heartfelt. And your pronunciation is on point! One of my favorite videos is where you took a picture in the same spot your grandfather did some 70 years earlier. That was very touching.
I’m glad I found your channel, it’s the best one about Philippines travel and culture because you actually take the time to learn something about the local traditions and customs and food. I’m Filipino and I’ve learned a lot from watching your videos...I think that says something.
Well done and good luck, hope you get back to the Philippines soon.
Thank you Gareth for your kind words about the Philippines. It is you guys, travel and food bloggers who are showing to us (Filipinos) how beautiful Philippines is. Many of us don't have the change to visit the places.
Go Gareth Great Video.. Your inspiring me to travel the world more!!!
Thank you so much 🙏
i strongly agree that you upstaged them, you are an excellent vloogers
IMO one of the best vloggers alongside @Fearless & Far, @FinnSnow, and @BecomingFilipino. You all display the spirit of true adventurers.
Thanks for being such a great inspiration to me. I really love the production value of all your video clips here. That's why I also start my channel. Keep going with it and always take care!!!
I like your honest feeling about the philippines.. keet it up and enjoy life..God bless you and make you safe always💖
Thanks for your good words about my country and hope you come back soon
hello! Gareth first of all thank you so much for picking our country i hope you have plenty of fun in the Phils. hoping to see you soon again take care🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Jeepneys are not converted school bus. Jeepneys are a product of Filipino ingenuity from left over Jeeps during the world war 2. They converted the Jeeps into a public utility vehicle and decorated it with a touch Filipino art. 😀
maybe what he means the owner type jeeps converted to boxtype jeepneys
Aloha... my husband and I are catching up watching your videos... we enjoy them very much... thank you ..
Here's a Manila Survival Tip: Please be aware of "Love Hotels" in Manila - Eurotel, Astrotel, Sogo etc. They have been primarily patronized as such then rebadged as economy hotels for marketing purposes.
Manila both has slums and cosmopolitan areas. Please exert due diligence in researching both..
For accomodation, Please try to book at least 3 star boutique hotels in Ortigas, Pasig, Makati Avenue (Red Light District), Timog in Quezon City, Taguig (BGC) and Pasay(near Mall Of Asia) moving forward. You'll find AirBnB units for lease too..
Please take care of your belongings, dress like a local (casual jeans, white Hanes shirt, sneakers, baseball cap), bring umbrella, bottled water and you'll be fine.
Also, wear your backpack facing your chest and only ask directions from police or establishments (711, restaurants etc.). Try to Ignore locals who try to ask you directions or favors. We Filipinos love to smile but when you are on the road don't talk to strangers apply.
Download the Grab App. Its still the cheapest and safest means to roam Manila.
Take note of these and you'll maximize your stay in Manila. Enjoy!
Gareth, we hope that you will never get tired of here in our country. God Bless.
My man Gareth!!! love to see u doin what u love... tc and enjoy always mate...
awesome cinematography.. its like watching discovery channel... genuinely responsible, sensible traveller too, I must say.
Brilliant travelogue. This makes me want to visit the Philippines
Dont Go!! U might end up retiring in our country. 😀
Thank very much Mr. Gareth Leonard for discovering and loving Philippine culture and places. Looking forward to see you soon.
Try also Kilawin in Iloilo City. There's so many different kind of Kilawin. It may be fish like Tanigue, etc. or pork skin. You can see it in Tatoy's Restaurant.
Hi! Mr. Leonard i Hope you Came Back Again to fhe Philippines . Im Filipina work here in Berlin i watch all your Travel Vid. That so Amazing footage.im little bit Concern About Siargao island popularity now. Becouse im from there in Mindanao.
Wow just wow!!!! your narrative story of
our country is just so incredible..you are one of the best storyteller amongst the vlogger! Looking forward to your next expedition here!MABUHAY ka..Stay Safe😷 wherever you are✈️🌎👣🙏
hi gareth tnx for ur nice and positive review hope u will enjoy ur nxt travel in the south, just take care always i cant wait to see ur south travel vlogs😚😚😚
I was ready to listen to rants and just bad reviews of Philippines but you just made me love my country even more. I hope you'll check Eastern Visayas next.
You’re so personable and just down to earth that so refreshing in many other bloggers out there. I’m glad that you had a great time. I thought you are one of our residents last year. I was also there last year to celebrate my mom’s 90th birthday. Much luck and blessings to you next year I hope when travel is allowed. Take care ❤️🌹❤️
You crack me up starting at 9:01 about transportation, the NASA launch and the flying reindeer :-)..We will be in Cebu for 2 weeks next month, can't wait...getting excited.
Don't forget to go canyoneering in Badian.
I am glad you had a great time....Thank you for showing what is so beautiful that Phillipine's can offer to everyone!
Thank you for good & positive review of the Philippines I really love ur videos specially ur drone videos they are incredible & beautiful.Hope to see soon back in the Phillippines.God bless.
This is crazy... I have literally watched all your vlogs from Philippines and then a handful of others of other places and every time I watched them I always kept telling myself "HOW and WHY do i feel like i know this guy?!" I searched your name and Sydney on youtube and boom.... SYDNEY Mardi Gras. The float you joined I choreographed and we chatted for you a bit about your travels on the day of parade at rehearsal St Mary's Cathedral. Haha. Mate I love you vlogs. You do a superb job. I link them to my non Pinoy mates in a bid they will go one day. Successfully top listed on their bucket list. And mate I really appreciated the emotional one of you in Cebu. Fellow Cebuano here! Keep doing your thing champ. I'm really glad you love the Philippines. I miss it. Hoping to be there mid year after 8yrs away 🙏. ✌❤🌟
I really enjoyed this video💗. Come and visit the Philippines again soon
Awesome, awesome review Gareth! Glad you did not sugar coat the frustrating issues. Definitely useful for foreigners and first time visitors of my motherland. Already shared it with my Babe, who will be traveling with me for the FIRST TIME. 😃
Nice one Gareth. I enjoyed this videos. Hope you continue your good deeds to the less privelege person in the Philippines. Willing to contribute what i can afford.
I am from the Philippines but I live more in the US than in the Philippines. So unfortunately, I haven't been to the islands you've been. I live vicariously through you and Finn...I miss it there. One day I'll do a long visit. Thank you very much for a concise but thorough presentation.
hi Gareth...i always chck your videos..when you comeback to visits the south part of philippines..plss meet up wit kulas..he's not filipino but he knows more about Mindanao than any other filipino...
maybe you are the most honest vlogger I ever watched about your experiences in my country cultures the PHILIPPINES
you did great man! very Informative and great travel vid as well :)
Hi Gareth! I am a Filipino and all i can say is THANK YOU! just for simply sharing your experience in the Philippines 🇵🇭
All smile and cries while watching this vlog.. thank you for appreciating Philippines... btw 11:06 was hilarious.. lol
Cant wait to see the season 2.. miss you already.. 😍😉😊
GodBless Mr. Gareth... Thank you for Visiting the Philippines. Almost 6years never had vacation in the Philippines.. Thank You for bringing me to Philippines thru ur VLOG...
Question: So when are you coming back? Glad you enjoyed your stay here :)
Great video Gareth. Liked the travel all over the Philippines. I actually watched all your videos there. More power!!! Mabuhay ka!
Hi Gareth loved this video! I'm a Canadian that was born and raised in the south island of mindanao 🇨🇦🇵🇭 I recommend you also stop by my hometown of General Santos as well as Lake Sebu it's close to Davao 😊
As always you did not disappoint. Your love of life, love of people and most importantly love of food keeps me so entertained and informed. I am from and live in Hawaii and Filipino life is part of who we are. Please keep up the good work. We have such a beautiful planet and people as a whole all love the things you have describe that you love, satisfying work, someone to love and someone to love you, friends, family, food and drink and good health. This is what makes us rich.
a suggestion for your next Philippine trip is the idyllic Batanes👍
It’s long but I enjoyed every minute of it. Very honest very factual very precise. Thank you for promoting the Philippines.
Pls. collab with kulas and pinpin in your next 2019 vlogs 😉👍
I appreciate you so much for your honest and positive perspective of my country, it upleft my heart despite the not so nice and negative news on tv about our country. Being a Filipino, it gives me so much pride. To be honest, your a very good vlogger..looking forward for more videos and 2nd part of your visit here in the philippines.
You are the best Gareth! I can’t wait to for the season 2 good luck and god bless. Btw you need to visit the Bicol region.
Thank you for being truthful. It’s great to hear you had an amazing time in the 🇵🇭 can’t wait for your next adventure 😊
A fair assesment !! Thanks for the positives and the negatives, they are true. Cant wait wait to see part 2 of your Philippines travel. I hope our country does not become like Thailand. Too much tourism is harmful for the environment.
Your 32 minute vlog is beyond worthy to watch, Gareth. Content is sooo inspiring showcasing how beautiful the country is. Clips are cinematic and mindblowing geez just stunning!! And you The man Gareth excellent job my friend! Your vlogs have deep purpose that inspire viewers to spread kindness and positivism. We all need vloggers like you. Can't wait for Season 2.. Goodluck 'til next time.. Cheers from Toronto👏🙌👌👍💖
Nice vid gareth very informative..btw new subbie here😀😀😀
people here are respectful and humble. Its the safest place on earth.
I love this video. Next time u come back to iloilo, try to visit gigantes island.
Wow..101% well-said for the Phil..my country but you're still the most privileged coz u r able to visit places here where many of us couldnt..u know that well..
yeah. internet here sucks. I'm glad there's another telco approved
We have been living here in the PI for the past six years and know all too well this Maharlikan paradise. We truly enjoy your travel vlogs and looking forward to seeing more. Good luck and safe travels.
Kulas and Gareth are the best!