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BUDGET Friendly Neighborhood of BGC Philippines 🇵🇭

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  • Опубліковано 9 лис 2023
  • In this video, we head out for an exploration in the local district where I am staying.
    I haven't seen one foreigner here. It's a bit chaotic but there is a mixture of living here. It is an interesting contrast to other places I have stayed around Metro Manila.
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    🔹Locations 🔹
    Taguig: maps.app.goo.gl/hNQdQBPKGzZh5...
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    Vlog 104
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    🔻Video Chapters🔻
    0:20 Introduction
    1:24 No Other Tourists Here
    1:50 Local Filipino Houses (Old & New)
    3:00 Why Do People Do This??
    3:48 Traffic Lights Are Never Working
    4:50 Local 7 Eleven Food (Cash ONLY?)
    7:12 Dog Pound / Animal Control?
    7:45 Neighborhood Jeepneys
    8:15 Impressions of the Area
    9:40 My Favorite Filipino Sandwich
    11:40 Taking Moto Taxis Around Metro Manila
    13:05 Living the Filipino Way
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 79

  • @ron149
    @ron149 8 місяців тому +4

    not speaking for everyone. i personally love aimlessly wandering around the streets of MM during my free time and running a silent commentary track in my head. it kinda makes sense why videos like yours are like candy to locals like me 😅

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +2

      Hahaha I agree. Honestly, if you don't wander aimlessly, are you even lost? 😂😝 There's no better way to organically absorb a culture when traveling.

  • @aaronronquillo2122
    @aaronronquillo2122 9 місяців тому +4

    It is not often people see foreigners in that area you were in so it is natural you will draw attention.

  • @aldozchard
    @aldozchard 9 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for visiting Philippines, don't forget to visit Indonesia, and currently I am in Bali, greetings, I am of Indonesian and Filipino descent🙏💙

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +2

      If and when I can go to a new country in SEA, it will be Indonesia most likely! :)

  • @ceciliaabrilla3841
    @ceciliaabrilla3841 9 місяців тому +3

    Nice for you to explore some places. Just be careful & stay safe

  • @marlone6497
    @marlone6497 9 місяців тому +7

    I don't want to sound bad or judgmental but Philippine streets are much safer than African and other Asian countries. And Filipinos are very friendly

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +3

      For the most part, people would agree. Actually, there are other countries that are just as safe as well but your point is clear and valid

  • @nguyenvuthuyduong6319
    @nguyenvuthuyduong6319 8 місяців тому +2

    This Middle-Class Neighborhood in Metro Manila is bustle! 😁
    Do you like a neighborhood?

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +2

      Hahaha yeah it is! It's okay. A bit out of the way for commuting into Makati and other areas.

    • @nguyenvuthuyduong6319
      @nguyenvuthuyduong6319 8 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogs good nice

  • @exgeeinteractive
    @exgeeinteractive 9 місяців тому +7

    You're in a very secure area, pal. That area reflects the middle class neighborhoods/communities of the Philippines 🤣
    Just because you're outside of the city centre doesn't mean you're getting unwarranted looks. Don't worry, you're safe.
    P.S: You'll get used to the mayhem of Manila 😁

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +2

      Haha I can tell it's not all that bad as there are some nice houses mixed in between. I've seen some tougher areas of course but it's nice to explore different areas and not just BGC 😝

    • @exgeeinteractive
      @exgeeinteractive 9 місяців тому +1

      @MattReardonVlogs
      The houses might look makeshift or used because of a sudden need, but trust me, they're built on their own titled lots. What you're seeing is the actual middle class and the real picture of the country. On the other hand, BGC exists because it serves the ever growing service sector, but that's a bubble within a city. It doesn't reflect the real scenario and the actual communities of Metro Manila.
      Like I said, you'll get used to it.

    • @elsupremo26
      @elsupremo26 9 місяців тому +1

      It's in Pateros, and currently just get back here from Cavite..

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +2

      Ah for sure. BGC and other areas are most certainly bubbles. Good example. I can see the middle-class people around daily. For sure, everything takes some time of adjustment

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Cavite is another Province?

  • @weien_024
    @weien_024 9 місяців тому +3

    6:51 7eleven here in the Philippines, that even me as a local sometimes don't understand why they don't have the card payment option.
    Anyways, I'd advice you to always have some amount of cash wherever coz card payment is still quite not a thing in the Philippines compared to other countries

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +3

      It's a little strange. And yes, it is a good idea to do so. Keep some backup bills secured in different pockets or something 😂

  • @MarkPuke13
    @MarkPuke13 9 місяців тому +2

    Solid video here!!!❤❤❤❤
    Thanks for the sights!

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      My pleasure always Mark!

    • @MarkPuke13
      @MarkPuke13 9 місяців тому +2

      @@MattReardonVlogs i love how this was more real
      Philippines rather than the modernized upscale city life

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Right! Such a huge contrast than the super-developed cities that people often show. Challenging for filming though haha

    • @MarkPuke13
      @MarkPuke13 9 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogs i enjoyed it keep it coming bro!!!

  • @piacash5216
    @piacash5216 9 місяців тому +2

    Awesome ✌️👌👍👍👍👍💕

  • @nguyenvuminhkhue2931
    @nguyenvuminhkhue2931 8 місяців тому +2

    I really like your videos. I hope you will come back to other countries more.

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for supporting! I sure will one day. SO many more places to see. :)

  • @observations2011
    @observations2011 9 місяців тому +2

    Filipino stares are just stares of curiosity and there is nothing to worry about. A lot of old timers expats are already used to stares of the locals specially in local areas. It's harmless and nothing to worry about. In business district areas you don't experience such. Just enjoy the Islands and be happy and smile.😂

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Haha very true! Reminds me of the old days traveling in Latin America, except there it's a worrying stare haha

    • @observations2011
      @observations2011 8 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogs ah really?, they say that Filipinos are the distant cousins of the Latinos in Asia. haha 😆

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +1

      Hahaha that is interesting! Los primos 😂

    • @observations2011
      @observations2011 8 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogs gracias amigo!

  • @Josesopogi
    @Josesopogi 8 місяців тому +2

    Yo my man it's me the kid you saw two days ago or so stay safe!!

    • @Josesopogi
      @Josesopogi 8 місяців тому +1

      The one that was fixing some bike

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +1

      Hahaha I remember! Hope the bike is better! 😎

    • @Josesopogi
      @Josesopogi 8 місяців тому +1

      Yeah it is better now they changed the chain @@MattReardonVlogs and stay safe on your adventures

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому

      Awesome! Will do and take care!

  • @Mickeyyy0909
    @Mickeyyy0909 9 місяців тому +3

    Matt, visit okada manila you can go inside even you're not checking in and eat at jollibee inside okada manila. 😍

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Ahhh okay. That could be an interesting way to see it without staying. Thanks!

    • @piacash5216
      @piacash5216 9 місяців тому +1

      Awesome ✌️✌️👍👍👍👌

  • @weien_024
    @weien_024 9 місяців тому +2

    BTW, your neighborhood is actually the average "middle-class" community. You've probably already noticed the big gap between the poor and the rich here
    BGC is actually like where the Top 1 percent of the population belongs.
    It's not a good thing so it's something not everyone likes to talk about

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Ah yes, sure have. BGC is amazing but let's face it, you can spend too much money there haha.

  • @elsupremo26
    @elsupremo26 9 місяців тому +2

    I'm already here in Pateros, Brother😅

  • @Mickeyyy0909
    @Mickeyyy0909 9 місяців тому +2

    Check out avida towers in uptown area bgc i think avida is much cheaper if your staying for a month or so...

  • @amaliahightower
    @amaliahightower 9 місяців тому +1

    Those spaghetti wires are all over the 🇵🇭 😂I just wish Filipinos would care more not to throw their rubbish everywhere. I’ve lived here since 2018 and I never get why they don’t use the traffic lights. Yes go2 Makati. Take care 🙏

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      I agree. Just hold the trash until it can be disposed of properly. Some people just don't care. Will do! Thanks for watching! :)

  • @user-yy9mj2ne7o
    @user-yy9mj2ne7o 9 місяців тому +1

    Im filipino, like that house in philippines considered poor for filipino people

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому

      Ah right! The ones that are on top of others. The world is a tough place

  • @wavemaker2077
    @wavemaker2077 8 місяців тому +1

    The area looks very normal to me with lots of vehicles on the road. It doesn't look chaotic to me. There are no sidewalks to walk though. Where is that place anyway?

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому

      For some, maybe so. It is Pateros/Taguig bordering area.

  • @nguyenvuminhkhue2931
    @nguyenvuminhkhue2931 8 місяців тому +3

    the city there is very typical in Asia. I want to travel there. How about the cost?🥰🥰🥰

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  8 місяців тому +1

      Metro Manila can be both cheap and expensive. More expensive than Hanoi & Saigon, similar to Bangkok, more expensive than Kuala Lumpur I think (maybe). Really depends on what you'll do here.

    • @nguyenvuminhkhue2931
      @nguyenvuminhkhue2931 8 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogs Thank you☺

  • @edithsarita8-8_8.
    @edithsarita8-8_8. 8 місяців тому +1

    🙋😉

  • @difab4052
    @difab4052 9 місяців тому +1

    What neighborhood is that

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому

      Yes a Filipino neighborhood. Where most BGC people don't go haha. Xin Chao!

  • @user-iu4jw3jx1v
    @user-iu4jw3jx1v 9 місяців тому +2

    There are airbnb that are cheap and clean. You better get out of where you live.be careful.

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому +1

      Yes there are better and more money of course. Actually, I think a lot of local people would find this airbnb comfortable and not so bad. On the other hand, foreigners would be reluctant to stay there.

    • @sfrealestatedealmaker6001
      @sfrealestatedealmaker6001 9 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogsI wouldn’t stay there as an American

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому

      So you're American or you're advising me to not stay there? Just curious to which one

    • @sfrealestatedealmaker6001
      @sfrealestatedealmaker6001 9 місяців тому +1

      @@MattReardonVlogsYou’re good there bro, I’m just a BGC kinda dude 😂 I’m not really into ants and roaches chillin on my bed

  • @cesberryu.9193
    @cesberryu.9193 9 місяців тому +1

    be careful , I personaly don't go to that kind places ha ha, Im more in Alabang , Nuvali Santa Rosa Laguna and our province is Mindoro with indigenous people lives. Have you been to Manila Bay areas?oh is that close to Poblacion Makati? looks familiar to me

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому

      I never heard of those places but I guess they are south of Metro Manila? Have only been to MOA there. And maybe 20 minutes to Poblacion from there

  • @LilyBeth-wm6lg
    @LilyBeth-wm6lg 9 місяців тому +1

    Hi matt

  • @machoguapito76TV
    @machoguapito76TV 9 місяців тому +1

    This is govt develop cities not we'll planned city crowded and dirty.

    • @MattReardonVlogs
      @MattReardonVlogs  9 місяців тому

      Right and the laws that are in place aren't followed so safety is out the window mostly

  • @machoguapito76TV
    @machoguapito76TV 8 місяців тому +1

    Bgc,Makati,Ortigas are all private cities not develop by govt that's why all of those cities are well planned city,manila,navotas,malabon parañaques,las piñas are all govt cities that's why un organized traffic and many squatters.😂😂😂😂