10 reasons Why we LOVE the Philippines ❤️

[@FriendlySergei]

Hello, my friends! Timecodes: 01:34 №1. Durians 03:11 №2. Filipinos 14:45 №3. Nature 17:30 №4. Snorkeling 21:00 №5. Palawan 22:19 №6. Food 24:54 №7. Relaxed Atmosphere 28:53 №8. Hospitality 29:36 №9. Climate in Samal 30:47 №10. Low prices 32:07 №11. Filipinos speak English

[@scoobydoobap68]

To better understand the history of Russians in the Philippines, watch the Tubabao Odessey.

[@Korbkorn]

I wish all foreign visitors to the country are like both of you, kind, EDUCATED, well travelled, and understanding of social, cultural and economic situations. Travel is give and take, learn teach and share together as one. Take care!

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@BabesGuapa2023]

Philippines is the best, even without much money,what most important is you have the RICE,and some important needs. It's not a big deal if we have no savings money. Filipino are easy-going,hospitality,most are friendly even sometimes the English not perfect but still can communicate, nobody's perfect,proud Pinay here. We can smile even if sometimes life was so hard. Also they can still find a way how to earn for their everyday food.

[@marfethecatholic2217]

Thank you both! We love you!❤❤❤

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!🙏

[@mhenggayclementevloggersah9827]

Thank you so much for loving my country and almost apriciate our culture THANK YOOU MAM SIR

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@marlenenatienzo1416]

Anywhere you go just be humble and be yourself they will love you and respect. Stay you all safe and healthy 💖 🙏❤❤❤

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@RED_PROTA]

Man i love how you guys have experienced these things Salute to you both.❤ God bless you and yur family.Im a Cebuano in Toronto for 30 years now i also had a lot of Russian,Serbian Bulagarians and Greek friends here growing up..

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@fabroge1]

I hv not been to El Nido but I hv been to Coron, stunning! It is also in Palawan.

[@FriendlySergei]

I also heard about Coron

[@macauvoice]

This VLOG just made me decide to subscribe to you. God bless and thank you!

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you !

[@vbnurs]

Wow, your natural backdrop has impeccable view, love it!. Your camera has great resolutiom, 👍

[@mimiblitberg]

We ❤ you Valentina and Sergei! Mabuhay!!

[@FriendlySergei]

We love you also my friend!

[@JasmineCanono-p3u]

Thank you for visiting our home here in sasa..😊❤

[@FriendlySergei]

Hello, my friend! It was nice to met you today in Sasa! Very good impressions!

[@carlosdicang1654]

Oh you guys found your Valentina here in the Philippines, your valentines.. enjoy your stay here, take care

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you !

[@Jenigami]

you may also try ox tail beef curry ...its so yummy

[@yassbritzvillacruz]

i have many russians and ukrainian seafarers and crew on board that i met , some are serious but some are nice and love to laugh and talk.a Sergei is a good ŕussian who loves to talk and laugh.

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@luzvidz8834]

I agree weather plays a very important ROLE in the lives of people ,character of people .. here in France they’re less friendly or more reserved cause we’re used to the cold climate that we always stay inside the house close contact so not used to go out social gathering except family gatherings which is not even often ..not like in tropical countries always outside in contact with people or contact with human not computer games that most kids are in western or modern countries.. watching from France 🇫🇷✌🏻

[@FriendlySergei]

Wow, interesting observation! Thank you

[@JamesGilas]

Watching 😊

[@jaritaenriquez5051]

Sergie is becoming more Filo than a Russian🤗🤗…the main reason because Russia very cold in winter,Philippine is warm all year round..

[@robertcrawford7806]

I like Sergei’s stories. He is funny! 😆

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you! 🙏

[@sincocuerdas]

No rules in bday celebrations except ENJOY!! Everyone celebrates differently.

[@darwinyuson9338]

Very nice vlog Bro. and you speak very good English as well. Cheers! By the way, have you tried Star Apple Fruit? the Violent and Green? That is also a delicious local fruit here in PH

[@FriendlySergei]

Yes, I like star apple! Yummy!

[@elysanti7606]

In samal iland we have rules no other manggo to check in, we have own manggo to promote

[@mildredguzman416]

Im palaweno❤

[@Tisay-xq4wp]

❤❤❤❤

[@sumoblues]

May I say that you and Valentina are a very very attractive couple! You could both be movie stars! 🤩🤩

[@FriendlySergei]

wow, thanks!

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

Weird to see Always Smiling Russians!! Other Russian Vloggers seemed very Robotic when they speak.. Maybe..the Philippine Beaches, the Sunny Weather ..and OUR SMILING LOCALS THAT SPEAK ENGLISH makes these Russian Vloggers FEEL AT HOME!❤❤❤

[@FriendlySergei]

It depends on a person. In Russia, like in any other country, there are introverts and extroverts, sad and cheerful people

[@abrilmargarita8332]

I think the sardines run and the whale shark are in Cebu not Bohol 😊

[@eli.capinbxu]

No, there is also a sardine run in Lila, Bohol, and swimming with whale shark. Just take their words for they experience themselves while they were there.😊

[@FriendlySergei]

Yes, I know that people usually swim with whale shark in Cebu. But there is a place in Bohol too. This filming is from Bohol. We were only a couple of hours in Cebu on the way to the airport

[@dib4150]

Russian resort? Is it open for public? Or russian only resort?

[@FriendlySergei]

Usually only Russians live here, but you can ask owner, I think no problem

[@brianbarton777]

The audio needs help. I didn’t watch the video

[@FriendlySergei]

What is the issue with audio?

[@floppa292]

I HAVE AN IDEA SERGEI,IF YOU HAVE EXTRA MONEY, EXPLORE PILIPINES,....FROM APPARI TO HULU ZULU.. MEANING FROM LUZON TO MINDANAO... YOUR CONTENT IS TO FIND AND SEARCH OUR LOCAL FOODS, LIKE DINUGUAN,.. 100PLUS VERSION OF DIFFERENT PROVINCES IN OUR LAND..SOMETING LIKE DAT.. I THINK YOU EARN ALOT MONEY AND SUBSCRIBER FROM YOU TUBE..❤😊

[@FriendlySergei]

I have money, but no time 😂😂

[@floppa292]

Yes maybe,,, but I only bases in your vlog..and you told dat,,wat if I'm going to davao sometimes,,,BCOS many people live in davao..😂 do you remember dat time😂

[@FriendlySergei]

Davao I visit every other weekend! Yesterday I spend great time there with locals 👍 As for other regions I’ll try to visit something when I will have enough time, because I have a job

[@teresitacandog7553]

Thanks God.. seeing you happy together with your love ones..

[@zelkovacitadel]

I am impressed. Philippines is not rich or powerful country. But we are contented with simple and happy life. We filipinos should learn from foreigners like you to love our country more and more

[@tuting1965]

If Sergei is your friend you will have no dull moment, hes bubbly his sense of humor is good

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@Babymisha1999]

I really enjoy listening Sergie the way he talk he's funny while he telling a story about what he experience here in our country PH that's why I attracted to be his avid viewer same with Valentina hopping that can stay longer our simple life here in our country enjoy staying here take care always and god bless you❤❤

[@BabesGuapa2023]

I love this video..How sad you were now separated,but please don't say yet ex-wife in your new Vlogs recently. You're not yet officially divorce until you turn barck in Russia. It's your lost of viewers and Valentina gets more viewers and subscribers. I hope you realized that, remember in every broke-up,women gets more sympathy than men. It's more better if you hide it to us about your revelation about the broke-up,especially when Parents of Valentina's are on their Holiday in the Philippines,it's a big disappointment to them. Look at them they get old but still together,seems they are also nice people. Your children still innocent,it's hard for them to explain now,there's always a right time for everything. I still wish the best to both of you.

[@RichardFerrer-wg2vw]

I hope more Russian people visit and stay in the Philippines they are kind and respectful people

[@orlandobangayan8178]

Big defferent when i was travel in Europe SWEDEN Arlanda, MOSCO, DENMARK its a beautiful nation country, i compared europe in philipines, for me here in philippines if you want to visit your friends relatives or neighbor you must ask confirmation first to your friend before accepting you.! I have alot observation about culture in europe, here in philippines thrs only one thing that i say life here philippines is very simple.👍🇵🇭

[@jitsubulls]

I've met many Russian people, and they often seem serious. But I think you're different. You're so open-minded, always smiling, and very friendly. 💗

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@royobedicen6129]

Andrei of Filpinez is very serious but veryHumble guy. Sergei is Bubbly friendly and Loving laughter👍👍👍

[@gracekimura2705]

My Japanese husband love the Philippines because here it is cheaper to live and he loves our Philippine MANGO & SAN MIGUEL BEER and he like our weather and nature.

[@caintapi]

I love this video, Sergei, especially with your lovely wife Valentina telling us what you love and appreciate about our country. Yeah, the weather is probably the best reason why a lot of foreigners from countries that have cold weather move there: Philippines is always warm, and Samal is a small island so it never gets too hot because the ocean is all around you. And humans are "warm blooded", it does not matter where you are from. So our climate is very helpful for your mood and well being. It definitely affects your mind and body if you are not freezing all the time like in Russia or other European country. You are always thinking about staying warm, inside your house and outside when you leave the house. That alone is STRESS, and that's why we are always smiling and always happy because we don't think about the weather, less problem, less stress! .Our only problem or stress is we can't decide what to eat for lunch or dinner...Kinilaw or Sisig hahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@FriendlySergei]

Good stress!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@caintapi]

@FriendlySergei I totally agree Sergei 👍 👌

[@cristinaseno6457]

I love this channel so much becouse very intersting topic why they love Phillipines.becouse of the people very friendly and hospitable.Thank you for loving our country and our culture.Hope you both will stay forever here in our beloved country.

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!!

[@rosaliefie7630]

philippines is a best home to be with;;;the people;;;weather;;;foods;;;fruits life is amazing ;;;you got them all;;; my man is from poland soon in GODS willing we will be there too;;; i have house in the city near by ROXAS market;;;; and a vaca house in samal as well'''' miss my hometown; welcome to davao city

[@eli.capinbxu]

Sergie and Valentina, we may not have all specific reasons to like you, but we have a good reason to love you. You are so different from all the vloggers around. You always make us smile, laughing and happy whenever you have a new video. Keep up the happy video from you.

[@viene920]

2011 pa lang andito na sila sa pinas, umuuwi sila sa Russia but still bumabalik parin sila dito bilang 2nd home nila in 13 yrs. Nag stay sila dito kasi mahal nila ang bansa natin, these foreign couple deserve more love, respect and support kasi minahal nila ang pinas noon pa na hindi pa uso ang vlogging nandito na sila. Kaya support natin sila sa mga vlogs nila. May vlog man o wala but they still choosing and love Philippines.

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you! :-)

[@batnam4475]

Sergei the bangus with vinegar and veggies is called PAKSIW.

[@eurekapine]

Valentina is so beautiful. She can be a model.

[@kinjivegerano8387]

Salamat sa inyong dalawa nagtiwala kayo sa mga pilipino

[@TeacherEric173]

At 7:30, You may have confused it with a fiesta event like a birthday party. In the Philippines, birthdays are celebrated by inviting close friends and family to stay for a while, socialize, laugh, eat, drink, and most importantly, sing karaoke. In a feast or fiesta, everyone is welcome to join and after eating, guests can move on to the next house for more food. As a Filipino, it is customary to linger after a meal, especially at a birthday celebration for a loved one, unless there is an urgent need to leave."

[@peepow2]

His observation is right, impolite guests whether on birthdays or fiestas are uncontrollable. Filipinos are fond of bringing along shenanigans; even those thick faces once full, all scram. Sadly, it has become a norm to us locals and quite shameful to other cultures around the globe.

[@nikkanechannel.383]

Thank you for enjoying Philippines our Country.God bless you

[@FriendlySergei]

🙏 thank you

[@quintingoga220]

@Friendly Russian Sergei - That's paksiw na bangus that you had.

[@FriendlySergei]

Yes, I like it !

[@rachelmahatha3469]

Nice video, you just earned new subscriber here from Virginia USA 🇺🇸.

[@eddiechavez475]

So happy to know you appreciate all your experiences in the Philippines love you for that ❤keep blogging

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!🙏

[@rachelmahatha3469]

Hi Velentina, I found your channel interesting, love your energy and glad you guys found Philippines 🇵🇭 as your home. Watching from Virginia 🇺🇸.

[@lindajabas9988]

Before i thought Russians are strict people but since i subscribed Filipines i became to liked russian people Andrei, Valentina, Sergie, Jelena many more we liked you coz you love our country..keep on vlogging we are here supports your channel💞

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you very much

[@pingyu5141]

Growing up in the 70's and watching too many James Bond movies i always have this impression that Russians are bad people 😂

[@FriendlySergei]

Ahahhaha 😂😂

[@batnam4475]

I know you couple are very understanding and I'll tell you why they leave, they cannot communicate in english. But we usually stay at a party to celebrate the special day with the celebrants. You know guys at your place a lot of people there don't speak English there it's a remote place but if you go to the city especially Manila people are more educated. Guys we enjoy your show I hope you'll make more !

[@darktheme2192]

There is caviar in the Philippines but it is not commercialized. In many Western countries caviar is sold in cans or bottles. In Bisaya it is called "bihud." When we were kids, our mother cooked it regularly.

[@Justsanz-bk8lk]

Filipino birthday celebration is actually full of fun: food, drinks, karaoke, dancing, games, hired entertainers.

[@pinoyislander4400]

I am from Samar ( not Samal ) where the 7000 Russian refugees had lived before. When you guys Valentina and Sergie talk and laugh I imagine those russians have same humor just like what you have. I hope you guys are enjoying living in the Philippines especially there in Samal🇵🇭🏝️🏝️🏝️

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!🙏

[@gcval9446]

Can you please say more about the 7000 Russian refugees and when was this?

[@pinoyislander4400]

@@gcval9446 So easy!!!! Search here in KZbin and you will find them. In fact not only russians who fled thier country and came to the Philippines as refugees when they were persecuted in thier countries.

[@ArturoPedida]

Okay mahal ko kayo both

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you, we love you too ❤️

[@JushSam]

Thanks wow this is such a wonderful story to hear Thanks for loving our culture

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@yerasuar7361]

It is very true, base on my experience. Durian is not good at first the smell and the taste but it will change when you take it the 2nd time amd the 3rd then i become to love it and i can eat it everyday

[@blue8code]

When I was 7 years old we celebrate birthday with jobee. Sometimes celebrate with emcee Sometimes celebrate beach party Sometimes tagay only. It depends with the budgets It depends trip Ng kabayan hehehe

[@funwithmcrich]

Beautiful view at your background amazing its awesome nice to watch you in this great video 🎉

[@thelmafernandez4286]

I love your amazing vlog..👍👍❤️..your new subscriber from California..

[@FriendlySergei]

Welcome my new friend

[@drcldiao2]

You guys are a cool couple. Glad that you love the Philippines and the people.

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@florentinojavieriii1868]

WE L😅VE ALSO RUSSIANS AND MOST WELCOME IN THE PHILIPPINES❤🎉😊

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!! 🙏

[@PrinceofPeace2000]

Russia should go crazy on chillies to keep warm, it would make more sense!

[@DiomLopez]

You know bro. and sis it'll be much better for you to visit a place in eastern Samar that once maybe of your ancestors had seek refuge once upon a time,there was an island that our late pres.quirino caters them.

[@jessicagaco1864]

We like you to be here but please take care of your self do not go around during night because it is very dangerous...keep your self safe

[@yobibernardo19]

Nice guys hope to meet you when we come there in samal....my sister from.US bought some pc of land there.

[@perlaaguinaldo]

Welcome to the Philippines from manila ❤😊🇵🇭

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you! Welcome to my channel from beautiful Samal island 👍

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

I AGREE ON EUROPEANS HAVING MORE-- " POKER FACE!"..😂😂😂❤

[@orlandobangayan8178]

You can visit your friends without confirmation in your community, if your friends live miles away you must contact first he or she are not at home hahah.!

[@joelarcayena7395]

You're favorite here in Ph is Palawan because you haven't been to BATANES and many more...we still have many2 more places you haven't visited yet 😎

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

I am a Filipino Artist living in Davao City, Philippines. Am Subscribed to ur channel. Love and Fascinated seeing Russians that Have Smiling and Very Talkative!! It makes our Lives much Happier and We all Feel Young!❤

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you! what kind of artist you are?

[@nildasabang-vo1ys]

I never try balut in my life....❤u guys

[@ignaciobalais5394]

As long as you can work remotely

[@axlchrisdawn8914]

Very nice view!❤❤ and good camera 😊

[@alpioinguillo9762]

I also liked the durian in the third time then it taste much better and taster😃😀♥️

[@kinjivegerano8387]

Tank you both of you victoria

[@Wendy09878]

New Subscriber here. God bless and protect you all!we love you Russian from Philippines

[@FriendlySergei]

Welcome and thanks! 🙏

[@JamesArmstead63]

I love you both. I find your videos entertaining. Hope you'll make the Philippines your permanent home.

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you!

[@vbnurs]

No skipping ads for the love of this family!

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you 🙏

[@ferdinandgonzales4273]

I'm happy for you and your family and thank you for sharing. Both your Vlog's make me laugh and smile. Good luck in everything., to you Sergei, Valentina and your kids and your Journey around Philippines.. Thanks for your kindness and friendship and respects to filipinos. and everyone.. Mabuhay to you guys...

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@rodrigojueves]

You should go to "Balabac group of islands" in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, they call it the "Maldives" of Philippines.

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@SmilingBoxer-cp2ue]

God bless you Sergie and Valentina .Mabuhay po kayo.Thanks for your positive views of our country !

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you 🙏

[@felipepastrana7184]

Hi,friend. Do heard the story. About 6,000 Russian refugees,long ago? They Come to Philippines,with the after WW3,i think. Can u check the YT,the full story😊 please give your opinion about that. thanks 😊

[@FriendlySergei]

Hello! I don't know how many Russians left the country and live abroad now, but plenty

[@marlaailaermita8808]

Hi Sergie and Valentina 💕😍😘🥰🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈 very beautiful Couple 😘 and Kuds too . Maybe One day want to Travel and visit Samal Island and eat different fruits thier , I was born in North Luzon your place Inis in Visayas or Mindanao a lot of Fish I guess and beautiful Amazing beaches

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@tarajenvlog2240]

Wow congrats sergey you have already ads👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 i always watching you ,i work here in vladivostok russia ....

[@FriendlySergei]

thank you! wow! what do you do in Vladivostok? I never been there

[@juanitawilms9842]

New subscriber here from Germany but I’m Filipino. Enjoy your stay in the Philippines and be safe

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you and welcome !

[@emmaemma6528]

❤❤❤❤

[@romarvillon5575]

Daz vidanya, guys.

[@malubellen5604]

I'm happy having me here cuz I visit valentina channel also💖God bless your family.

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you!

[@arniehere]

❤❤❤

[@sherxfiedz007]

You mentioned climate, we also have a place where it's always cold, have you been to Baguio City? It's cold there, try going to Baguio.

[@FriendlySergei]

Baguio in my “to see” list

[@ahvicremulla544]

You have a very beautiful out there

[@editaschmidt1823]

New from Davao city😅😅 You are funny sir😅Take care and enjoy here

[@FriendlySergei]

Welcome my friend

[@chooflixvlogtv1495]

In Batangas kuya very nice i will go there in secret island very nice there too the beach❤❤❤

[@rogeliomina]

Enjoyed watching your video and welcome to my country Philippines am currently in Canada because we different situation this place is very w.hen winter come please enjoy the Philippines Gid bless both of uyou.

[@FriendlySergei]

Thank you! Welcome

[@Ragnartheriff]

Try to go to BAGUIO & explore the native culture of native there. Ifugao & rice terraces

[@FriendlySergei]

I’m going to visit in August

[@kcindtt718]

You should know by now to speak FILIPINO language because you you are not guys live there for 13yrs now 😊 You started dating Valentina & you eat duraan only. Why you only eat duraan. I believe DAVAO is the only province in the Philippines that has durian 😊Duriaan. FILIPINO celebrates birthday with a karaoke 🎤 😊