Thanks Brian I came to manila because of you in November after watching one of your vlogs and I loved it , am coming back again next February, you’re great ambassador for Philippines.
I've been around the world and the people of the Philippines are the friendliest, warm caring people. Of all the countries, I keep coming back to the Philippines. Simple but it really rocks. I will live there for my retirement.
My husband and I are retired Fil-american dual citizens. My son bought this 1 BR at Maridien Tower. We lived there for 2 yrs in 2021-22, deciding if we really want to retire in the Phil or go back to Old Bridge, NJ ehere we lived for 33 yrs. Living in the Philippines is the best for us now at our age. It is better quality of life. We had our retirement house constructed at South Forbes Silang Cavite, a gated community and just nextdoor to bustling Sta. Rosa City where almost everything you find in BGC is there, except for the luxury stores. Everything that you said is also true. The warmth of the filipino people makes life more meaningful. The celebration of Christmas is more meaningful specially to us Catholics. God bless you Brian.
i miss the sari-sari store, fresh food in the palengke, respectful people. Brian's words are always lyrical, satirical, funny - just smart and brilliant!
Merry Christmas Happy New year to you and your love ones spend a new in the Philippines in the high rise buildings so you can watch the how New year turn Manila skyline into a warzone of fire works and firecrackers that last for more than an hour
We go back and forth between the Philippines and US. We have a good size 2br condo in BGC that we have owned since 2006. That was before BGC became popular. Back then, it was much cheaper to buy a condo. What we paid for our condo, was less than what you would pay now for a small 1br condo. What you said is 100% accurate. The lifestyle is totally different. When my wife and I want to go out for dinner in the US, it’s an ordeal just to find a place to go and most of the time we have to drive at least 15 minutes to get there. We can’t take Uber since it may cost more than our dinner. In BGC, we just go outside our condo, walk in any direction, and within 10 or 15 minute walk, we can usually find more than a dozen nice restaurant to go to. I’m not talking fast food but real nice restaurants. We have travelled to many parts of the US and I have not seen any city in the US that can offer what BGC has. Everything in BGC, from malls, grocery stores, cinemas, bars and entertainment are all within walking distance.
yes sir thats true...whatever you need you can easily find it through walking...you can buy what you want and you exercise yourself as well....god bless
Thanks for sharing your love for our country. Have studied in the US and have visited most of of your states where many friends and relatives now reside. For all her imperfections, I'll never exchange her for another country.
Hey Brian the Lion! I have been going back and forth from the Philippines sine 1994. My Cebuana wife and I married for 30 years. LOVE the Philippines, especially Bohol. Best place in the entire beautiful Philippines.
I was born and raised in the Philippines (in a quaint city of Dumaguete), but came here in the US for a job in a hospital, where I now lived for 30 years, currently in Indiana (yes, ruby-red state), though I'm not into politics, but it's near impossible not to be dragged into it. I've been a naturalized US citizen a long time ago, but still visit the Philippines regularly, and I'll say that I'm just enjoying the best of both worlds.
I live outside BGC, in our family owned condo near Greenfield district, Mandaluyong, everything is just a walking distance: grocery, church, mall, salons, SM Megamall, Shangrila Mall, Starmall, just minutes away from our condo..Literally, our condo community has everything on it: coffee shops, restaurants, grocery, bank ( very, clean, organized, posh) ...😂❤...love it..Philippines is not boring and not all parts are ugly..It is a land of joy and convenience for those who can afford a little luxury..
Everything well said. I have just returned from Philippines from a 2.5 week trip and already feel missing the warm culture and my relatives. My longest stay in the Philippines was 6 months. I hear a lot of good vibes about BGC however I think there are a lot of cities, including in the Visayas where you can get that upscale city vibe.
Flew from Los Angeles to spend three weeks in BGC for the holidays. Paid only $60 a night for a luxury condo with full gym and pool, close to Forbestown. Three Seven Elevens are within 3 min slow touristy walk. Weather has been perfect, rather cool when cloudy. Each one selling everything I need to survive for the day including cooked eggs, pork buns and wine. Surprised to see Spanish, French and German restaurants and bars. The Coffee Beans & Tea Leaf cafe has the best interiror design I have ever seen and I traveled to many key cities in Europe. Wine and food are sold too.
I’m here in Makati for 4 months to get away from the Montana winter 🥶 I go out to eat here almost every night. In the US even in MT it’s just too expensive especially when you tip 20-30% so I only eat out maybe once a week. Yeah it’s way to dry in AZ I will take the humidity here 👍🏻
I really admire how Brian shares his experiences. The elegance and manner of speaking, his heartfelt descriptions and the poetic, witty way he tells his stories make you feel like you’re right there with him. It’s very inviting that makes you long to experience it for yourself in real life.
Thank you, Brian for the kindest words, this made me very proud to be Pinoy. I love hearing good things about my country, coming from someone who happens to be a foreigner, someone that i would say very sincere and honest with his thoughts. You just painted a great picture of our country. MABUHAY ka!
America - work hard , live like you were alone , time is gold to catch every Pennie’s , watch every move you make to keep you safe land of honey , good opportunities when you get a job , save save save for the coming days and be wise and smart stay away from trouble , respect the rules then USA is good for you ,,, Philippines _ language easy to communicate mostly peoples can speak and helps you . Places to explore from island to island , diversity , modem around Manila fast and slow .. food ohh I love sinigang and sisig and pancit , hot weather not really for me , / people , karaoke , friendly , sharing food , sharing San Miguel ~ tanduay on the street amazing friendliness, culture just fantastic , safety- everywhere you go there’s always a sake in the forest , respect the culture , respect the people , respect the country , obey the rules , be kind and your welcome , they says more fun in the Philippines. Which is true ❤❤
Thank you Brian for talking about Philippines thats' amazing. And thank you for coming to our country and live there. I am still in Europe but one day, i will be back to my beloved and wondetful country the Philippines🥰 ❤ Sending warm greetings to you.
I hope one day foreigners who adopt the kind of life in the Philippines will be carrying the kind of values that were taught to them and will be practiced in their country.
The Philippines loves you Sir Brian. Before I wished to live in America but now in my 50's no thanks. I am Blessed to be a Filipino and enjoying everything here. My brother living in the US said this new year's was dead boring. No fireworks or any celebration in the neighborhood. Whereas here my goodness those deafening displays of fireworks makes you feel 2025 is already here. Our neighbors even invite us to have lunch or dinner. Not there in America ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Brian, I've seen quite a few of your videos. I am a dual Filipino-American citizen who has returned to the Philippine--an ex-pat like you after living in the States for 44-1/2 years. My wife and retired in 2018. Sadly she passed away last August after battling a brief illness. Staying home in the States without her was a quick decision for me to relocate back home. I have been here in only a month and don't miss my other home (States). Luckily my wife and I invested in a condo many many years ago before prices rose. Not only do I feel at home here but the high cost of living in the States gave me more reasons to stay in the Philippines. Naturally I still plan to visit family and friends in the States in the future. I live in BGC. Maybe I'll bump into you one of these days.
Have a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year!!! The Philippines truth/facts vlogger should and can learn from you. Let's start the New Year in a positive note. GOD BLESS!!!
You speak the truth. I'm up in Sun city,and was in Subic many years ago. I am retiring in the Philippines and or Malaysia in the next few years and can't wait to get back. Az has been nice, but it's time has come and gone. Have a great new years down in Tucson :-)
Oh wow I didn't know about the tipping issue. No wonder my cousin visiting Philippines from USA asked how much is she going to give for tip. And she was a little bit dumbfounded by how little it is(around $2😅) then we check the bill and in the receipt there's already 12% service charge so we assured her that it was fine.
i had goosebumps watching ur video! thank U for experiencing my beloved country, the Philippines! God bless u for being so objective 😍 the one thing that am proud of us, Filipinos is that we aren’t racist against foreigners that are visiting our country or those who have lived & stayed for good here… that am so grateful unlike those in the videos that i have watch 😊
Hi, every country have their own weaknesses and strengths. It is a good feeling roaming in a place where there is a welcoming vibe from head to toe. The smile is free and contagious friendliness. I just like your narration about the Philippines, well said and thorough. Thank you for sharing.
You and Kuya Kurt Tagalog are my most favorite American Vlogger, you two LOVE my country so much and i appreciate it. And in return...I watch the intire Ads that plays on your videos.... Thanks you for Loving our country Philippines.🥰🥰🥰
Well said! I have been to America as well as Australia. The people seem disconnected really. To each his own. There is no sense of community. Very different from the Philippines. No wonder Mental Health is a big issue in these countries which is a bit foreign to Filipinos. "What Mental Health"?
They have been promoting mental health awareness in the Philippines for the past year. People are still askance on the concept. Filipinos seldom have depression as we are family, friends and God oriented.
May God Bless you more Brian! Thank you for appreciating our country. Really really appreciate each words you said. Take care Brian! Hope to see you in our country when me & my hubby retire 4 years from now
Brian, love watching your channel. Me too, going back to San Diego, away from my wife and daughter. i am currently living in Central Luzon since August 2023 and leaving the 2nd week of 2025. Here, i live on 500.00 pesos a month, where i will be spending 4 times cost of living in U.S. Thank you for loving our culture and very anxious to come back to BGC. God bless and a happy New Year to you and family. By the way, my mom and sister are now in Apatche Junction Arizona.
Thank you for this post. And you are right! There are so many things that we have here that are so incomparable with the uSA , but certainly connection is on top of my list why I choose to come home every year here in the Philippines, especially during Holiday Season up to summer time!
Thank you for appreciating or promoting our country Philippines. Invite your family and friends here. Hope you come back here again . I love your vlog. I am one of your fans.
Very well said Bryan !!that’s why pinoys love you.. for embracing their tradition and culture of our country. Happy trip again .. When you go back again the the Phils , try to rent a condo in Serendra area just to compare to Burgos circle though Serendra is as awesome as The Burgos circle area
Hi Brain I also find the celebration of Christmas starting very early Sept Oct is fantastic, vibrant and alive we love it very much. Come home very little of anything.
Hi Brian i like your vlog about the Philippines.I am base here in the US and i am a Filipino and really you’re right in everything you said.Philippines or BGC is not a perfect country or place but people are so friendly and they will accept you who you are not racist.Am happy that you like our country.I am one of your subscriber thank you for a great comments about BGC.The sad thing is some foreigners or even here in the US said and think that the Philippines is a 3rd world country even if they are not been there.Not to brag our commercial malls that are so huge and almost everywhere where you can even see yourself on the floor like a mirror clean and shiny.People knows how to speak fluent english.Beaches are everywhere in the country.And yes you’re right tipping is voluntary not compulsory and it should be like that.Thanks again stay safe and God bless you always.Looking forward for more vlogs about the Philippines.
That's correct bro. it's not safe anymore why? The USA is no longer the USA we knew 50 years ago, nowadays in some states still hate crimes are rampant, especially if you are from Asia, The USA nowadays is infiltrated by Islam extremism & Islamic fundamentalism.
Brian, thanks for this vlog. Am a subscriber and have been following you for a while now. I am a Fil-Am who is now living in the Philippines after my retirement in the US. I am a bit surprised when you talked about US politics and the Trump administration that's coming up in January 2025. I think your guess is as good as mine: we don't know what Trump is going to do. I only hope he doesn't kill democracy because if we were to base his Project 2025 platform, he has a lot of things up in his sleeves that will make the American people worry and scared. Be that as it may, I am just glad I am back in the Philippines where I decided to spend what remains of my life. Happy New Year to You and you may have continued success with your vlogging. I look forward to more of your content. Peace!!!
MAGA....TRUMP is the best Person in making it hàppen...He s the Knight that will save USA from further destruction...too much Democracy without Discipline is bad for everything!
Thank you so much Brian for the kind words about the Philippines, even though I’m away from my original Country, I’m still proud be a Filipino and so proud of my Heritage!❤❤
True here in the Philippines life is more affordable compared to some countries ..most of us are not really used to luxurious life style. We are used to support with our little to our families whenever needed. Even to our neighbours or countrymen.
Nice to see you Brian visiting your hometown! Just wanted to say i do follow your vlogs and everything your saying here its on point! I'm here in Colorado Filipina been living here since 1986 with my two sisters we were adopted from Iloilo city our birth home! Long story short the cost of living here in USA is insane! Everything soo expensive even groceries, and you are about homelessness here, Philippines my Country yes we do have our poor areas but people are still happy not like here everybody is in their own world mad, stress doom n gloom which I'm still not use to because i was use to stress free environment were laughing is part of our daily lives! I miss the hot weather for sure! Well, enjoy your visit and you be back to Philippines before you know it! Mabuhay and a safe Trip back to PH in advance❤🥰🇵🇭
good family time ... AND missing the Philippines will make you even more appreciative of your life here. Maligayang Pasko at Manigong Bagong Taon!!! Cheers to 2025!
The Storyteller, his 'comparisons' and lessons learned. Insights truly down to earth. Truly gratifying to listen to, to every narrative and tales told. Happy New Year Brian!
You right in just Brian even here in uk is they’re keep them self. I invite my neighbours for barbecue but if they have barbecue I never have invited. So I stop inviting them this is one way. Have a good new year in have a better health always.🤙
I admire u always saying good vibes to my homeland Pinas! Thank you and you are always welcome to come back here. I miss ur blog scrolling around BGC. Happy Holiday 🎉
That take on tipping is indeed spot on: appreciated, not expected (which is a sentiment shared by my friends in other parts of the region too): tip when the service is good, cash to spare, no guilt on tough times. Everyone is aware that all hustle for the everyday, so a paying customer is very much welcome and appreciated than not having one at all, tip or no tip. Tipping war is wild, and baffling.
I came in the Philippines since 1990 when I was born and guess what I'm still here. 😱🙃😁😆 Seriously, I love Americans because they're very helpful and kind. We're very welcoming foreigners to visit us here. ❤❤❤ Thanks Baby Brian. Happy New Year! Cheers. 😘😊😍🥂🎊🎂🎉
If you experienced living in the Philippines for a long period of time you won’t go back to the western world… BGC is like living in New York without the price tag just like Balabac the Maldives of the Philippines without the price tag
Well said. The tipping is out of control. The ones that kill me are restaurants where you stand in line to order (not “fast food”), then seat yourself…and they are asking for a tip! Asking for a tip…not just grateful if they get a tip…they are trying to guilt trip you by making you select “no tip “ on their iPad! I just returned from BGC the first week of December. It was great!
Hi Brian !!! Oh wow you’re from Tucson ? I’m a pure Filipino/American. I’ve lived in Tucson for 36 years and just retired last June & now back in the Philippines been here for 6 months now. I’ve lived in two many places in Tucson. Before I left Tucson, I was staying at fort Lowell and swan for 3 months. To be honest with you, I don’t miss Tucson at all. Hope I can meet you here in the Philippines. Have a wonderful holidays to you and your love ones✨✨🇵🇭🇺🇸. Take care
Im glad to hear that you enjoyed staying in Philippines , you are always welcome to stay and comeback in our country Philippines. We love you Brian take care and happy new year , see you soon in BGC...
Happy new year Brian 🎉 thank you for your appreciation for our country I hope you stay here in the Philippines forever and you will have you residency and not going back and forth , God bless you 🙏 😊
Woah! Good ol' Tucson! Nice vid. Keep 'em coming. Me, my Ate, and 2 buddies each did our grad work (Masters and Ph.D.) there in the mid-80s to the mid-90s-ish. Oh, the great memories... But then I got married here to a Pinay immigrant and stayed behind... but now in SoCal. The sticker shock was "...SHOCKING" when we moved here in 97. So, the wife and kids are basically from here now. Told them I'd try to split my retirement time between here and Pinas (most likely in BGC or at my hometown in Laguna) when I hopefully retire in 3 years. Maybe I'll run into you by then. Until then, take good care of yourself. Bear Down! :-)
I've lived in Tucson. You assessment is excellent. The tips are insane in America. Plus all the environmental restrictions to build in Tucson. There's nothing in Tucson much except for housing for U of A students.
Thanks Brian I came to manila because of you in November after watching one of your vlogs and I loved it , am coming back again next February, you’re great ambassador for Philippines.
I've been around the world and the people of the Philippines are the friendliest, warm caring people. Of all the countries, I keep coming back to the Philippines. Simple but it really rocks. I will live there for my retirement.
I came back to the Philippines from the US in 2010. I am still here.
That’s awesome
That's where you enjoy life to the fullest.❤
🇵🇭🇵🇭❤️❤️
i came back to the lowland from the mountain in 1999 and im still here 😂
My husband and I are retired Fil-american dual citizens. My son bought this 1 BR at Maridien Tower. We lived there for 2 yrs in 2021-22, deciding if we really want to retire in the Phil or go back to Old Bridge, NJ ehere we lived for 33 yrs.
Living in the Philippines is the best for us now at our age. It is better quality of life. We had our retirement house constructed at South Forbes Silang Cavite, a gated community and just nextdoor to bustling Sta. Rosa City where almost everything you find in BGC is there, except for the luxury stores. Everything that you said is also true. The warmth of the filipino people makes life more meaningful.
The celebration of Christmas is more meaningful specially to us Catholics.
God bless you Brian.
i miss the sari-sari store, fresh food in the palengke, respectful people. Brian's words are always lyrical, satirical, funny - just smart and brilliant!
Yis Brian is smart person
We head back in 6 months. I LOVE THE PHILIPPINES.
Welcome home, greetings from Mandaluyong. 😊😊😊
@@zzzzxxxx341 where inside or outside?
Merry Christmas Happy New year to you and your love ones spend a new in the Philippines in the high rise buildings so you can watch the how New year turn Manila skyline into a warzone of fire works and firecrackers that last for more than an hour
In the Philippines, you look younger Brian because your vids are happier.
We go back and forth between the Philippines and US. We have a good size 2br condo in BGC that we have owned since 2006. That was before BGC became popular. Back then, it was much cheaper to buy a condo. What we paid for our condo, was less than what you would pay now for a small 1br condo. What you said is 100% accurate. The lifestyle is totally different. When my wife and I want to go out for dinner in the US, it’s an ordeal just to find a place to go and most of the time we have to drive at least 15 minutes to get there. We can’t take Uber since it may cost more than our dinner. In BGC, we just go outside our condo, walk in any direction, and within 10 or 15 minute walk, we can usually find more than a dozen nice restaurant to go to. I’m not talking fast food but real nice restaurants. We have travelled to many parts of the US and I have not seen any city in the US that can offer what BGC has. Everything in BGC, from malls, grocery stores, cinemas, bars and entertainment are all within walking distance.
yes sir thats true...whatever you need you can easily find it through walking...you can buy what you want and you exercise yourself as well....god bless
As an American I just want good healthcare system. everything else is whatever to me
Thanks for loving and calling Philippines your home
Thanks for sharing your love for our country. Have studied in the US and have visited most of of your states where many friends and relatives now reside. For all her imperfections, I'll never exchange her for another country.
Truly agree . I shld know cos I live in BGC for 14 years now . Everything is accessible and proximity to many stores and restos . I love BGC❤
Hey Brian the Lion! I have been going back and forth from the Philippines sine 1994. My Cebuana wife and I married for 30 years. LOVE the Philippines, especially Bohol. Best place in the entire beautiful Philippines.
I was born and raised in the Philippines (in a quaint city of Dumaguete), but came here in the US for a job in a hospital, where I now lived for 30 years, currently in Indiana (yes, ruby-red state), though I'm not into politics, but it's near impossible not to be dragged into it. I've been a naturalized US citizen a long time ago, but still visit the Philippines regularly, and I'll say that I'm just enjoying the best of both worlds.
@@omarjosedelalamon7262 MAGA!
True about Bohol. Lovely place!
I live outside BGC, in our family owned condo near Greenfield district, Mandaluyong, everything is just a walking distance: grocery, church, mall, salons, SM Megamall, Shangrila Mall, Starmall, just minutes away from our condo..Literally, our condo community has everything on it: coffee shops, restaurants, grocery, bank ( very, clean, organized, posh) ...😂❤...love it..Philippines is not boring and not all parts are ugly..It is a land of joy and convenience for those who can afford a little luxury..
THANKYOU
You forgot the Podium
prang gusto ko magpaampon sau madam😊
🤫 shhhh don't tell anyone
Can you recommend any good condos in that area?
Having recently made my 1st trip to 🇵🇭, this is 💯. Can’t wait to go back.
Wow thank you for loving my country, everybody is welcome here❤
Everything well said. I have just returned from Philippines from a 2.5 week trip and already feel missing the warm culture and my relatives. My longest stay in the Philippines was 6 months. I hear a lot of good vibes about BGC however I think there are a lot of cities, including in the Visayas where you can get that upscale city vibe.
You got me and can't help laughing. Not smiling. Laughing when you mention the tipping differences 😂
Well said Brian. Been here in US for 50 years but
i miss Philippines so much. Planning to visit next year.
Flew from Los Angeles to spend three weeks in BGC for the holidays. Paid only $60 a night for a luxury condo with full gym and pool, close to Forbestown. Three Seven Elevens are within 3 min slow touristy walk. Weather has been perfect, rather cool when cloudy. Each one selling everything I need to survive for the day including cooked eggs, pork buns and wine. Surprised to see Spanish, French and German restaurants and bars. The Coffee Beans & Tea Leaf cafe has the best interiror design I have ever seen and I traveled to many key cities in Europe. Wine and food are sold too.
Forbeswood condo?
Avant at the Fort condo in Forbestown area of BGC. Got it through Airbnb.
I’m here in Makati for 4 months to get away from the Montana winter 🥶 I go out to eat here almost every night. In the US even in MT it’s just too expensive especially when you tip 20-30% so I only eat out maybe once a week. Yeah it’s way to dry in AZ I will take the humidity here 👍🏻
I really admire how Brian shares his experiences. The elegance and manner of speaking, his heartfelt descriptions and the poetic, witty way he tells his stories make you feel like you’re right there with him. It’s very inviting that makes you long to experience it for yourself in real life.
Thank you, Brian for the kindest words, this made me very proud to be Pinoy. I love hearing good things about my country, coming from someone who happens to be a foreigner, someone that i would say very sincere and honest with his thoughts. You just painted a great picture of our country. MABUHAY ka!
America - work hard , live like you were alone , time is gold to catch every Pennie’s , watch every move you make to keep you safe land of honey , good opportunities when you get a job , save save save for the coming days and be wise and smart stay away from trouble , respect the rules then USA is good for you ,,, Philippines _ language easy to communicate mostly peoples can speak and helps you . Places to explore from island to island , diversity , modem around Manila fast and slow .. food ohh I love sinigang and sisig and pancit , hot weather not really for me , / people , karaoke , friendly , sharing food , sharing San Miguel ~ tanduay on the street amazing friendliness, culture just fantastic , safety- everywhere you go there’s always a sake in the forest , respect the culture , respect the people , respect the country , obey the rules , be kind and your welcome , they says more fun in the Philippines. Which is true ❤❤
You said it right! Respect the Country, obey rules , be kind and you will be very MUCH WELCOME!!!
Thank you Brian for talking about Philippines thats' amazing. And thank you for coming to our country and live there. I am still in Europe but one day, i will be back to my beloved and wondetful country the Philippines🥰 ❤ Sending warm greetings to you.
You’ve talked about so much nice things about the Philippines 🥰
You're gorgeous
@@Miguel-tw4xe thank you🥰😀
I hope one day foreigners who adopt the kind of life in the Philippines will be carrying the kind of values that were taught to them and will be practiced in their country.
I hope so...and give and take-- we locals carry the values the foreigners have in their country as well and not the bad ones
Amazing Brian. I like how you compare America to Philippines hahaha.. Lovely and full of humor which is true. ❤😂
My new favorite channel. Period.
Comma, me too, Period! Char 😂
❤ for u brian
been here in canada and in the middle east as well.. but still philippines is where my heart is.. will be retiring there in the future..
In the Philippines poor people still finds time to giggle,laugh and smile despite of tough life they are in.
So true.
And in the near future, there will be 2 subway stations in BGC (Kalayaan Avenue and BGC Market Market) so commuting will be easier.
The Philippines loves you Sir Brian. Before I wished to live in America but now in my 50's no thanks. I am Blessed to be a Filipino and enjoying everything here. My brother living in the US said this new year's was dead boring. No fireworks or any celebration in the neighborhood. Whereas here my goodness those deafening displays of fireworks makes you feel 2025 is already here. Our neighbors even invite us to have lunch or dinner. Not there in America ❤️❤️❤️
Hello from Cebu! Couldn't agree with you more.
Hi Brian, I've seen quite a few of your videos. I am a dual Filipino-American citizen who has returned to the Philippine--an ex-pat like you after living in the States for 44-1/2 years. My wife and retired in 2018. Sadly she passed away last August after battling a brief illness. Staying home in the States without her was a quick decision for me to relocate back home. I have been here in only a month and don't miss my other home (States). Luckily my wife and I invested in a condo many many years ago before prices rose. Not only do I feel at home here but the high cost of living in the States gave me more reasons to stay in the Philippines. Naturally I still plan to visit family and friends in the States in the future. I live in BGC. Maybe I'll bump into you one of these days.
Thanks for loving our country. ❤
Thank you, Brian, for this content. It has opened the eyes of other foreigners about the Philippines. God bless you!
Love it, you say“ embrace the contrast “
I love riding the jeepneys to go to palengke or anywhere, I don't need to think where should I park. 😂😊
Hey Brian thank. We want more people like you. We need positivity and kindness. BGC is waiting for you with a smile.
Brian your personality is really aligned with the Filipino culture. A subscriber here in Alberta Canada. Happy New Year😊😊
Thank you Brian for your kind words about my Homeland Philippines. Much appreciated.❤🎉😊
Thanks Brian for this content...proud to be a Pilipino.❤❤❤
Have a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year!!! The Philippines truth/facts vlogger should and can learn from you. Let's start the New Year in a positive note. GOD BLESS!!!
You speak the truth. I'm up in Sun city,and was in Subic many years ago. I am retiring in the Philippines and or Malaysia in the next few years and can't wait to get back. Az has been nice, but it's time has come and gone. Have a great new years down in Tucson :-)
I’m glad you love the Philippines. I’ve lived most of my life here in NY, but every time I go the Philippines I always feel that I have come home.
you are.. in philippines, you are home.
Thank you for loving my beautiful country and my beautiful kababayans.Watching from Toronto.
Oh wow I didn't know about the tipping issue. No wonder my cousin visiting Philippines from USA asked how much is she going to give for tip. And she was a little bit dumbfounded by how little it is(around $2😅) then we check the bill and in the receipt there's already 12% service charge so we assured her that it was fine.
Mabuhay Brian! Thank you for loving the Philippines and God bless America.
i had goosebumps watching ur video! thank U for experiencing my beloved country, the Philippines! God bless u for being so objective 😍 the one thing that am proud of us, Filipinos is that we aren’t racist against foreigners that are visiting our country or those who have lived & stayed for good here… that am so grateful unlike those in the videos that i have watch 😊
Hi, every country have their own weaknesses and strengths. It is a good feeling roaming in a place where there is a welcoming vibe from head to toe. The smile is free and contagious friendliness. I just like your narration about the Philippines, well said and thorough. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Brian for loving my country
Lol
You and Kuya Kurt Tagalog are my most favorite American Vlogger, you two LOVE my country so much and i appreciate it. And in return...I watch the intire Ads that plays on your videos.... Thanks you for Loving our country Philippines.🥰🥰🥰
BGC Philippines is also your home Brian.
You are always welcome.
That’s an honest non-biased opinion, thank you for loving the Philippines! Hope you find your lifetime partner there.
Please stop the partner stuff. Get married or wait until you do. The Bible is right and true and well advised to follow. Think about the consequences.
Thanks Brian for promoting our beloved country Philippines, we are so happy to see tourist to visit Philippines, thanks and god blessed.
Thank you Brian, just subscribed! Thank you for your comments about the Philippines! I am from a city in Mindanao!
Well said! I have been to America as well as Australia. The people seem disconnected really. To each his own. There is no sense of community. Very different from the Philippines. No wonder Mental Health is a big issue in these countries which is a bit foreign to Filipinos. "What Mental Health"?
With a few exceptions, Filipinos have "Mental Health" for breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday.
They have been promoting mental health awareness in the Philippines for the past year. People are still askance on the concept. Filipinos seldom have depression as we are family, friends and God oriented.
MARITES is a happy pill. Take it or leave it. Still, it will keep you alive. 😂
Thanks for loving my country, warts all!
I love your monologues bro, bravo 🎉 🇵🇭 Philippines for lyfe ❤️
Sir Brian thanks for the compliments...filipinos are looking forward for your come back...dont stay too long we will miss you...
May God Bless you more Brian! Thank you for appreciating our country. Really really appreciate each words you said. Take care Brian! Hope to see you in our country when me & my hubby retire 4 years from now
Brian, love watching your channel. Me too, going back to San Diego, away from my wife and daughter. i am currently living in Central Luzon since August 2023 and leaving the 2nd week of 2025. Here, i live on 500.00 pesos a month, where i will be spending 4 times cost of living in U.S. Thank you for loving our culture and very anxious to come back to BGC. God bless and a happy New Year to you and family. By the way, my mom and sister are now in Apatche Junction Arizona.
Thank you, Brian. I love your oral essays.
Thank you for this post. And you are right! There are so many things that we have here that are so incomparable with the uSA , but certainly connection is on top of my list why I choose to come home every year here in the Philippines, especially during Holiday Season up to summer time!
Thank you for appreciating or promoting our country Philippines. Invite your family and friends here. Hope you come back here again . I love your vlog. I am one of your fans.
Thanks for posting…. I watched you live in BGC… This is a fantastic contrast video. I’m preparing to go to BGC and Makati.
Welcome back home,I was in the Philippines the whole of November and was hoping to see you on the street of BGC with no success
Very well said Bryan !!that’s why pinoys love you..
for embracing their tradition and culture of our country. Happy trip again ..
When you go back again the the Phils , try to rent a condo in Serendra area just to compare to Burgos circle though Serendra is as awesome as The Burgos circle area
So proud of you being there are live positively.Take care! In my country back home it’s less stressful…
Hi Brain I also find the celebration of Christmas starting very early Sept Oct is fantastic, vibrant and alive we love it very much. Come home very little of anything.
Hi Brian i like your vlog about the Philippines.I am base here in the US and i am a Filipino and really you’re right in everything you said.Philippines or BGC is not a perfect country or place but people are so friendly and they will accept you who you are not racist.Am happy that you like our country.I am one of your subscriber thank you for a great comments about BGC.The sad thing is some foreigners or even here in the US said and think that the Philippines is a 3rd world country even if they are not been there.Not to brag our commercial malls that are so huge and almost everywhere where you can even see yourself on the floor like a mirror clean and shiny.People knows how to speak fluent english.Beaches are everywhere in the country.And yes you’re right tipping is voluntary not compulsory and it should be like that.Thanks again stay safe and God bless you always.Looking forward for more vlogs about the Philippines.
i agree with u 💯…i lived in the bay area and it sucks..not safe anymore. Going home soon to Philippines for good…🙏🏼
That's correct bro. it's not safe anymore why? The USA is no longer the USA we knew 50 years ago, nowadays in some states still hate crimes are rampant, especially if you are from Asia, The USA nowadays is infiltrated by Islam extremism & Islamic fundamentalism.
Brian, thanks for this vlog. Am a subscriber and have been following you for a while now. I am a Fil-Am who is now living in the Philippines after my retirement in the US. I am a bit surprised when you talked about US politics and the Trump administration that's coming up in January 2025. I think your guess is as good as mine: we don't know what Trump is going to do. I only hope he doesn't kill democracy because if we were to base his Project 2025 platform, he has a lot of things up in his sleeves that will make the American people worry and scared. Be that as it may, I am just glad I am back in the Philippines where I decided to spend what remains of my life. Happy New Year to You and you may have continued success with your vlogging. I look forward to more of your content. Peace!!!
MAGA....TRUMP is the best Person in making it hàppen...He s the Knight that will save USA from further destruction...too much Democracy without Discipline is bad for everything!
Merry Christmas Brian! From the Philippines.
Thank you so much Brian for the kind words about the Philippines, even though I’m away from my original Country, I’m still proud be a Filipino and so proud of my Heritage!❤❤
I appreciate your life journey. Keep fighting the good fight.😊
True here in the Philippines life is more affordable compared to some countries ..most of us are not really used to luxurious life style. We are used to support with our little to our families whenever needed. Even to our neighbours or countrymen.
Nice to see you Brian visiting your hometown! Just wanted to say i do follow your vlogs and everything your saying here its on point! I'm here in Colorado Filipina been living here since 1986 with my two sisters we were adopted from Iloilo city our birth home! Long story short the cost of living here in USA is insane! Everything soo expensive even groceries, and you are about homelessness here, Philippines my Country yes we do have our poor areas but people are still happy not like here everybody is in their own world mad, stress doom n gloom which I'm still not use to because i was use to stress free environment were laughing is part of our daily lives! I miss the hot weather for sure! Well, enjoy your visit and you be back to Philippines before you know it! Mabuhay and a safe Trip back to PH in advance❤🥰🇵🇭
good family time ... AND missing the Philippines will make you even more appreciative of your life here. Maligayang Pasko at Manigong Bagong Taon!!! Cheers to 2025!
The Storyteller, his 'comparisons' and lessons learned. Insights truly down to earth. Truly gratifying to listen to, to every narrative and tales told. Happy New Year Brian!
Happy you're not on the TDS train. Looking forward to more of your adventures back in the Philippines ❤🎉
Complimenting on things we simply take for granted is extremely well. Grateful to you mate😊
I love your channel already, the first time I watch.
You right in just Brian even here in uk is they’re keep them self. I invite my neighbours for barbecue but if they have barbecue I never have invited. So I stop inviting them this is one way. Have a good new year in have a better health always.🤙
Enjoy your time with your family while you’re there. Merry Christmas. Philippines and your family here are waiting in the New Year! 🎄🧨🍻😊
Thanks u so much bro for loving phils.
Beautiful updates👋👋👋❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇵🇭🇵🇭God’s blessings be bless you more,we admire your honesty 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Happy new year Kuya Brian. May God bless you more. I'm glad you like the Philippines!
I admire u always saying good vibes to my homeland Pinas! Thank you and you are always welcome to come back here. I miss ur blog scrolling around BGC. Happy Holiday 🎉
That take on tipping is indeed spot on: appreciated, not expected (which is a sentiment shared by my friends in other parts of the region too): tip when the service is good, cash to spare, no guilt on tough times. Everyone is aware that all hustle for the everyday, so a paying customer is very much welcome and appreciated than not having one at all, tip or no tip.
Tipping war is wild, and baffling.
Thank you Brian ... I came back in phils for almost 20 years ..as of now I'm enjoying the vibes here in phils
A man of culture
I came in the Philippines since 1990 when I was born and guess what I'm still here. 😱🙃😁😆
Seriously, I love Americans because they're very helpful and kind. We're very welcoming foreigners to visit us here. ❤❤❤
Thanks Baby Brian. Happy New Year! Cheers. 😘😊😍🥂🎊🎂🎉
Blessed day and have a prosperous new year 😊😊😊God bless 🙏
If you experienced living in the Philippines for a long period of time you won’t go back to the western world… BGC is like living in New York without the price tag just like Balabac the Maldives of the Philippines without the price tag
Thank you for loving my country 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year 2025 🎉🎊 Brian ❤️❤️❤️. Come back soonest 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🥰😘💚💚💚
PHILIPPINES loves you..thank you for good review and good experience in philippines..
Well said. The tipping is out of control. The ones that kill me are restaurants where you stand in line to order (not “fast food”), then seat yourself…and they are asking for a tip! Asking for a tip…not just grateful if they get a tip…they are trying to guilt trip you by making you select “no tip “ on their iPad!
I just returned from BGC the first week of December. It was great!
Probably thats in a province. I havent experience that in metro manila. I tip but nobody ask for there tines i wanted to tip someone but refuse
@@erwinbravo5981 _ I was referring to tipping being out of control in the U.S. not the Philippines.
@ ah ok i stand corrected. Sorry
Hi Brian !!! Oh wow you’re from Tucson ? I’m a pure Filipino/American. I’ve lived in Tucson for 36 years and just retired last June & now back in the Philippines been here for 6 months now. I’ve lived in two many places in Tucson. Before I left Tucson, I was staying at fort Lowell and swan for 3 months. To be honest with you, I don’t miss Tucson at all. Hope I can meet you here in the Philippines. Have a wonderful holidays to you and your love ones✨✨🇵🇭🇺🇸. Take care
Im glad to hear that you enjoyed staying in Philippines , you are always welcome to stay and comeback in our country Philippines. We love you Brian take care and happy new year , see you soon in BGC...
Watching the desert with few full grown cactus while drinking in your porch is very relaxing…😂
Great podcast! Thank you for sharing.
Happy new year Brian 🎉 thank you for your appreciation for our country I hope you stay here in the Philippines forever and you will have you residency and not going back and forth , God bless you 🙏 😊
Woah! Good ol' Tucson! Nice vid. Keep 'em coming. Me, my Ate, and 2 buddies each did our grad work (Masters and Ph.D.) there in the mid-80s to the mid-90s-ish. Oh, the great memories... But then I got married here to a Pinay immigrant and stayed behind... but now in SoCal. The sticker shock was "...SHOCKING" when we moved here in 97. So, the wife and kids are basically from here now. Told them I'd try to split my retirement time between here and Pinas (most likely in BGC or at my hometown in Laguna) when I hopefully retire in 3 years. Maybe I'll run into you by then. Until then, take good care of yourself. Bear Down! :-)
I've lived in Tucson. You assessment is excellent. The tips are insane in America. Plus all the environmental restrictions to build in Tucson. There's nothing in Tucson much except for housing for U of A students.