439 days that led us to LIVE in the Philippines 🇵🇭🇺🇸

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It’s been 439 days since our family first stepped foot in the enchanting country of the Philippines. Since then, we’ve returned from the U.S. 3 more times, visited 23 of its 7,000 islands, and experienced everything from off-grid houseboats and beachfront glamping to chicken blood and fertilized duck embryos. What’s more is that we’ve fallen completely in love with the filipino people and culture - and found our new BFF family along the way. So enchanted are we with “Asia's Pearl of the Orient” that we’ve now leased a second home in Manila’s BGC neighborhood so that we can spend even more time exploring, zip lining, canyoneering, diving, boating, shopping, and of course, eating.
Well, we just launched our very first episode on our new Live the Philippines channel and BOY is it a doozy! Over 4 hours of incredible adventures showing you how we fell in love with the Philippines. We’ll take you back to our very first visit in September 2022 and show you our journey to where we are now, just over one year later. Moving forward, we’ll be launching an endless supply of new Philippines content, beginning with a behind-the-scenes look at how we found our apartment in BGC and the journey to make it our home when we fly back on Christmas Day! 😱
If you’ve been following our journey on our ABC channel but never went back to see all of our dozens of Philippines episodes, this is a great way to get caught up. And if this is your first time watching the Lockwood family, this video will get you up-to-speed quickly on twhat . Thank you for watching and thank you for supporting our family! ❤️🫶🏼🇵🇭
Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:49 First trip to Manila
12:55 Coron Island, Palawan
40:55 Boracay
57:00 Bohol (Land Tour)
1:11:04 Bohol (Water Tour)
1:26:12 Cebu Street Foods
1:48:14 BFFs in BGC (‪@MomDuty‬ )
2:03:50 Donsol Whale Sharks
2:20:32 Siargao
2:35:05 Fantasy Lodge, Cebu
2:48:56 Cebu Canyoneering
3:03:58 Oslob Whale Sharks
3:22:18 Condo Shopping in BGC
3:39:22 El Nido Beach Glamping
3:53:07 El Nido Adventures
4:08:54 Conclusion
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ABOUT US
We’re the Lockwoods. And we’re traveling the world to experience-up close and in person-all the natural wonders and distinct cultures that our kids would otherwise be consuming only through textbooks and TV. We think it’s a better way to learn and we’re working hard to fund this little experiment in the hope that our kids will grow up wiser, kinder, and more grateful for the beauty of our diverse planet and its people.

[@livethephilippines]

👉🏼 Book your own stay at the Coron Island houseboats that we feature in this episode! followabc.com/houseboats

[@cxxipm]

4 HOURS!!? THATS ACTUALLY INCREDIBLE WOW PROPS TO THE EDITOR 👏🙌

[@livethephilippines]

So happy you’re excited about it! 🤗

[@Azurajam24]

Exc the editor overlooked some nipslip

[@BabiAldog]

Timestamp?

[@dhonzkievlog9107]

💪🔥

[@josefinacacho5279]

❤😂💕👍

[@jesscatangay9384]

A complete Documetary of what Philippine travel is all about.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! 🤗

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

PLEASE come to North Luzon soon (especially at Baguio City), and stay 1 week every major province...ohhh, exciting, and a lot to experience and learn! @@livethephilippines

[@RoadScoutsTravel]

You know I've been following you guys for a while now. 4 hours about Pinas is probably the best tribute you can do to the country. Kudos to you guys again.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for all of your incredible support! Assembling 4 hours of PH travel footage was an absolute labor of LOVE!

[@mcbug4870]

You have to watch and hear the beginning of the videos. they came from singapore.thats what they say

[@maxt5034]

You guys inspired us. I was born in the Philippines, but never been back. Now my wife (German) and son wants to visit in 2024. We are booking our stay in Paolyn Houseboats because of your episode. Thank you

[@livethephilippines]

That is great to hear! We hope you have a great time coming back :)

[@olegarioclemente6132]

Wow, your family is amazing. Your kids will grow up world class global citizens experiencing travel at an early age. They seem not to complain a lot but more or less enjoy whatever things you parents enjoy. Your family seems to be very open minded about many things and you let your kids enjoy what life has to offer. As a traveler I see a lot of westerners traveling late in their life usually after retiring from work. Continue to enjoy and explore the Philippines and share it with us! Cheers!

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! We are trying to travel as much as we can while we can. And we love having the kids with us for these experiences.

[@irisleebelande3028]

Was about to SLEEP and ended up watching this for 4 hours without pause! WTF. I love how you make content and I gotta say, best parenting! These are the most polite, humble, respectful, adventurous in food kids I’ve ever seen. Well done!

[@irisleebelande3028]

By the way, I’m from Cebu and the best and export quality mangoes are from here. :)

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you sooooo much! That means so much to us :) Now get some sleep!

[@kgatelyjr]

I'm only 20 minutes into the video and I am absolutely inspired to finally visit the Philippines. I'm half American (white) half Filipino and have never been. Thank you for this video! You have a lovely family!

[@livethephilippines]

You won't regret making it out there! Especially as half filipino, you'd feel such a strong connection to the incredible people there. Hope you book a trip for 2024! 🤗

[@Yeahitsme20]

Wow 💙💙💙

[@evangelinegonzales9009]

Yummy,love lumpia

[@evangelinegonzales9009]

Love cantaloupe flavor ice cream

[@evangelinegonzales9009]

Wow, clear water

[@PowrTeam316]

In the Philippines, we have the longest Christmas celebration in the world. Once "ber" months arrive (September-December) the Christmas vibes will kick in. Hope you enjoy your stay in our country

[@livethephilippines]

❤️❤️❤️🎄🎄🎄 thanks!

[@charlenemagne7568]

wow i cant believe i watched a 4 hour vlog without getting bored...

[@livethephilippines]

Four hours gets a trophy 🏆🤩

[@grachellemantilla5624]

same! can't believe it slso. knowing my attention span nowadays is so fuck.

[@CasinoMaster48]

Again and Again The Philippines wins Four Major Awards in World Travel Awards!!World's Leading City Destination which is Manila, World's Leading Beach Destination, World's Leading Diving Destination and Global Tourism Resilience Award 2023.❤️🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

Clearly deserving 💯

[@ChadGardenSinLA]

I just cannot bring myself to patronize a country who doesn't fight for their freedom, allow dictators full reign, and won't protests all the mass killings and human rights violations. It's useful for the USA and other world powers to keep the Philippines in poverty and to keep the people uneducated and docile.

[@donz_view]

As a filipino I'm glad that you all love the Philippines.. keep safe and thank you for embracing the filipino hospitality and culture❤❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! 😃 ❤️🇵🇭

[@user-kb6pk5rw5y]

This is just the video what you are looking for when you feel so much stress in work, personal stuffs, etc. I am a Filipino but never been to some tourist destinations, like Bohol, I'll definitely include this in my budget hopefully next year 🤞. More family bonding adventures to you guys! Really glad you enjoyed it in the Philippines! Thank you! 🥰

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 😊 so happy to provide some stress relief. If you go to a Phil, you’re going to love it!

[@ChadGardenSinLA]

Those places aren't made for locals. They're made for tourists. You actually think that everyday Filipinos would have access to these places? They may want a better life, but they're too gas-lit to realize they have to fight for it.

[@emmanuelomega8662]

THE PHILIPPINES IS LIKE A PARADISE . THE BEAUTY IN EACH ISLANDS IS LIKE A PARADISE. THE PEOPLE ARE SO FRIENDLY & POLITE. ALMOST EVERYONE SPEAKS GOOD ENGLISH....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@livethephilippines]

So many great things about PH ❤️🇵🇭

[@KMDworks]

I can’t believe I’ve managed to finish your 4-hour vlog in just one sitting. Incredible Philippines!!!

[@livethephilippines]

🤗🤗🤗❤️ thanks for watching!

[@winterbear6688]

your children are very well raised. that just proves how genuinely good you are as parents and as people in general. congrats. great vlog.

[@livethephilippines]

You are so kind! Thanks for watching and for the very kind words 🥰

[@sunnycastillo]

I WATCHED THE WHOLE THING. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE FAMILY! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS. 1. Excellent attitudes. 2. Lot's of quotable quotes... 3. Lots of authentic humor. Joy can't be faked. 4. Openness to the experience... 5. Gratitude. Wow... 6. Excellent parenting. 7. Great shots and angles and camera work. 8. Great editing and music backgrounds. 9. Very enlightening... and free tourism pitch for the Philippines. 10. Congratulations for modeling humanity for us all.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much for this generous comment 🤗🤗🤗

[@archienaling2046]

Thank you for promoting our country.There more need to improve in the 🇵🇭 In tourism we create jobs.😊Merry Christmas everyone 😊

[@livethephilippines]

Merry Christmas 🎄

[@MomDuty]

Love you guys and we are so proud of you!!! Great job on your documentary!!! More please👏

[@livethephilippines]

Love you too! 💯

[@ianpalma6781]

You've got the most awesome trips in the Philippines, Love to watch you guys, hanging in oùr islands, good luck and GODBLESSED

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks so much! We LOVE PH! :)

[@cassidy.miranda]

Wow, watching this family vlog has been such a heartwarming experience! It's incredibly inspiring to see a family make the bold decision to stay longer in the Philippines. Their authenticity shines through in every video, and it's evident that they're not just showcasing the picturesque scenes but embracing the culture and lifestyle wholeheartedly. It's refreshing to witness a vlogging family that goes beyond the surface and truly immerses themselves in the local environment. Hope to meet you in the flesh in January 2024!

[@livethephilippines]

Wow this comment means so much to us 🙏 we hope to meet you at our meet and greet Jan 13th! 🫶

[@SSGBrolly]

FROM PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭..THANK YOU FOR VISITING OUR COUNTRY YOU GUYS ARE BEAUTIFUL FAMILY GODBLESS U AND ADVANCED MERRY CHRISTMAS ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 🙏 and Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@chakastone3518]

super nice video, this should be the way forward. we need to get it trending. 4hrs of video is really good, very entertaining

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you!! 😊🤗🫶

[@lespoirdemavie]

I absolutely LOVE that you're doing this as a family. This is 100% what I plan to do with my kids in the future.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 🤗 we hope you get to travel with your family soon.

[@jackiedanoschannel6261]

Its a long video but guys, it's worth watching. The excitement, laughter, curiosity while watching it. Its just awesome, thanks for promoting our country. Not a perfect country but for sure, it will give you an experience that is for lifetime. Cant wait for next adventure.❤❤❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! You’re awesome! ❤️🇵🇭

[@lornadeleon1890]

Thank you so much for visiting my country Philippines,,I'm very happy because you enjoy and really like Philippines 💖🎉💖 God bless to all of you 🙏💖🙏 watching from, Lambunao,Iloilo City

[@charmsmanz6204]

Love this video.. all my favorites in one! 😀🥰😍🤩

[@livethephilippines]

Yay! Thank you! 🤗

[@oscieestanislao5840]

This one of the best editing jobs that I've ever watched on KZbin. I wish i could go back in time and do this kind of adventure with my kids. Awesome videos.

[@livethephilippines]

Wow, thank you! 🫶

[@t3102870585]

I enjoyed watching this American family seriously experiencing so much fun and adventure in my beloved country in a 4-hour vlog - the first of its kind. I loved how the kids made the impression that they were raised well by their parents for not misbehaving like entitled brats, having been on some of the more luxurious trips elsewhere in the world prior. I was smiling the whole time, occasionally thrown off laughing with this family's interactions among themselves and the locals. I love the logo and design - fun, respectable, and a nice twist to the much-contested Love the Philippines slogan.

[@livethephilippines]

It warms our hearts that you love so many things about our video 🫶 thank you 🙏

[@JamellaMarbella-oy9oj]

You’re family is awesome loving my home country! 🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! 😃 ❤️🇵🇭

[@charmsmanz6204]

24:44 I can still remember! This was the time I knew about touching alive corals. I really appreciate this info. I don't know that until I watched this episode. Thanks a lot! 🥰🥰🥰

[@livethephilippines]

We’re so happy we informed you! ❤️ 🌍 thanks for watching again! 🤗

[@MomDuty]

Wow! It’s incredible to see your story in the Philippines from the beginning!

[@livethephilippines]

We wouldn’t be here without you 🫶

[@joshuaaguirre9703]

Wow, I can't believe I just invested 4 hours in this vlog! It was such an enjoyable experience. I usually don't comment on KZbin, but this vlog is exceptional. As a Filipino planning to leave the country soon to migrate somewhere else, it's making me reconsider my decision. I haven't explored the Philippines enough, and now I'm having second thoughts about leaving.

[@livethephilippines]

Aww I’m glad we’re giving you more to consider. There’s so much to experience in the Philippines ❤️🇵🇭

[@beabeltran587]

Me too❤️❤️❤️ I really enjoyed my 4 hrs watching this great family, hahaha i love Brooklyn, she's pretty and lovable.

[@willantonio6462]

One of the best 4 hrs of my life. A very inspiring vlog of an American family sharing their experiences and adventures in the Philippines! Congratulations and keep up the good work!

[@livethephilippines]

Wow! Such a big compliment. Thank you for loving it so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@willantonio6462]

Loving the genuineness you’re showing and a very good parenting plus the beautiful friendship built with the Ocampos. Y’all killing it!

[@OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO]

Hello ABC! Lumpia is one of my favorite foods in the Philippines, my favorite dessert is Mango Float, & UBE everything! Love your journey and glad you love the beautiful Philippines! I'm super happy for you guys and MOMDUTY for the amazing adventures to come, and the amazing memories you will have for a lifetime! LET'S GO PHILIPPINES!

[@livethephilippines]

Let’s GOOOOO ❤️🇵🇭

[@annettegrapa2863]

And I did finish it all...love it! I had been following you guys since the beginning of your journey in the Philippines. More power to you and Godbless your family!

[@livethephilippines]

Wow!!! The whole four hours. You deserve a marathon medal. Thank you for watching and supporting us 🤗

[@mainch9374]

OMG! I first found and watched your vlog in your first Asian adventure when you only had about 5K+ ABC subscribers. I can't believe how fast this community is expanding! I watched all these videos compiled here and made it through watching them again! I can't be happier for your move to the Philippines. Excited to witness this channel grow further and see more of your family adventures! 👍🏻d and 🔔d ❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for watching us again! We can’t wait to share all new content here ❤️🇵🇭

[@joeyrocamora9346]

Philippines 🇵🇭 it's the Most Beautiful Map 🗺️🗾 in the World 🌍👍😎🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

❤️🇵🇭

[@donvelilla4018]

My fave compilation videos ever...

[@livethephilippines]

Wow, thanks! 🤩

[@gocampo1603]

I'm loving your travel vlogs! Phil is such an amazing storyteller. He makes an effort to learn about the pkace and shares it as he features it. I pick up something new here and there about the Philippines and I'm Filipino! Erin is always gracious and grateful. Brooklyn is charming and Colt's interest in critters and stuff is contagious. Bless you, guys! Be safe and on to the next!!!

[@livethephilippines]

🤩🤩 Wow! Thank you, thank you! It really warms our hearts to hear such kind feedback! We appreciate you 🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@MaeRachelle]

So well-versed. Amazing family!Never get tired watching your blogs !👍👏❤️🇨🇦🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@SharonCunetaNetwork]

So happy you chose our beloved country! We welcome you with open arms and wish you only the very best!❤

[@jeffyON3]

One of my favorite family video blogging channel. Always watching the adventure. Congratulations and welcome to your second home...Our Philippines🎉

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for bringing so welcoming!

[@Linkcast12]

Over 4 hours? Are you kidding me? 😂😅 watched it while taking late lunch, now its dinner time. Been watching vlogs for about 5 years now and this is the longest vlog i watched... and i loved it. January is Sinulog, maybe you might want to check it out.

[@livethephilippines]

We are honored! 🙏 you get a marathon 🏆

[@suzettechanclam4161]

I have traveled around the world myself and owned a resort in my hometown Camiguin Island but your adventure is awesome. So enjoyable to watch and you know how to have fun and pick the right places and stayed in awesome , different experiences in different islands. I am so jealous, I learned so much watching you guys and shared you to all my friends . Sending air hugs. Congratualtions ❤❤❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🙏🤗 we’re so happy you like it!

[@archiecamilon4102]

Thank you for loving to our country the Philippines🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

🫶🇵🇭

[@mepadilla8135]

wow wow and wow! i just love this family! and the kids are so humble and well-mannered and clearly being raised very well by their parents, good job to the parents. what a blessed family, truly an inspiration to us all, continue spreading the good vibes!

[@livethephilippines]

You are so kind 🫶🤗

[@richardnuevo]

Your children can freedive that deep 😮 I'm impressed

[@livethephilippines]

They can hold their breath much longer than I can 😊

[@milkadelarosa8727]

New subscriber here! Thanks for showcasing our country! I love how informative your vlogs are! It's also nice to see Filipinos in rural areas try to speak English, although broken, but still able to communicate. That is why you won't get a hard time asking for directions, recommendations, etc. If you're still in the Philippines or wants to travel again, I recommend visiting Camiguin and Siquijor islands. Also, up in the mountains of Sagada, Bontoc, and Banaue as well. Thanks! 😊

[@livethephilippines]

Good point - and just one of the many things we love about traveling through the Philippines! Thank you for subscribing 🤗❤️

[@AskXel]

Of course am here! Happy new channel Lockwoods! Excited for very Pinas changes !!!😊😊😊

[@livethephilippines]

Hi Xelah!! Thanks for supporting us here too! 🫶❤️🤗

[@gavreel9140]

this family deserves more subscribers..hope your channel will grow more❤ thanks for loving philippines..🎉😊

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much 😀 Growing every minute 👍🏻

[@kennedyguarino2400]

Never get bored to this one, feels like your traveling with them, wow. started watching early in the morning and now its already noon. next video pls, The Residence in BGC woah!

[@livethephilippines]

🤗 so happy you’re along for our adventures. We have two more episodes out already and currently filming one as we head to Manila right now. Trying to launch that one tomorrow. And then lots of life in PH vlogs!

[@teresatagle4427]

Wow great watch didnt realize it was 4 hrs . Very informative thank you. Your family is a joy to watch so positive and outgoing and adventurous.

[@livethephilippines]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much 😊

[@bassboosted9708]

Awesome vlog. I love how you featured every place in Philippines. This is a great documentary guide to Philippines and should be placed in Netflix series as well. Great job.

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! 😃 so happy you like it that much 🤗🤗

[@richardnuevo]

Pacquiao has a luxury resort in Donsol. Another interesting place is Camarines Sur where the popular survivor series were held. Albay is another one known for its perfect shaped volcano and spicy coconuty cuisines.

[@livethephilippines]

That's interesting -- we had no idea he had a resort there! Actually, all of your suggestions sound fantastic. Can't wait to try them all in the coming year!

[@SkyBlue-rm6pb]

What is Pacquiao resort called , and where is Donsol?

[@abenito100]

Thank you for embracing & loving our culture. Nice to hear your stories about each places & island you've been to. Loving your vlog. Cheers

[@cindyscapes6590]

Literally watched the entire vlog in 2 days and I LOVED it so much! ♥️ I love how your family immerse in the beauty and culture of the Philippines! And well done on the quality of vlogging & editing works. It’s excellent! ♥️ --Sending love and support from India 🇮🇳🪷

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much! 🙏🤗🤗

[@taticarpio]

Wow! 4 hours of touring us around the Philippines. Great Job!

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! 🫶🇵🇭

[@llanerajoy]

Longest video I've watched. Love the excitement and energy all throughout your travels 💪! Indeed more fun in the Philippines!!

[@JoeyPenuela]

Thank you for making this awesome video, showing all the highlights and featuring some of the best Philippines 🇵🇭 has to offer 👍🏼

[@livethephilippines]

It's a labor of love! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@thefixerguy1]

I love how open everyone in this family is. Great job raising great children open to culture and trying out everything the world has to offer.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much for appreciating us :)

[@cherryperez2517]

Nice to watch you guys island-hopping around the Philippines.

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks for watching! 🤗

[@jaylemos870]

Totally enjoyed re-watching all your 🇵🇭 vlogs packed in a 4hr episode 😊 Great job 👍

[@livethephilippines]

Yay! Thank you! 😊🙏🤗

[@Love.Foodie]

This family is awesome! We watched these 4hrs vlog, and we really had a great time watching their adventures❤❤❤

[@firstthingsfirst5934]

I had fun watching this 4-hour video. Never a dull moment. Great to see how you’ve loved the Philippines and its culture. So amazing!

[@mendellauron1614]

I watched the whole 4 hours on Christmas Day. Worth it 🎉

[@livethephilippines]

Awesome! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@dipelizaga3351]

Wow! Watched it till the end and I super enjoyed it. Amazing work! And salamat for loving the 🇵🇭❤ Can’t wait for the next episode!❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much!! That’s a long time to stick with us but we hope to have you along for all of our upcoming adventures throughout the 🇵🇭

[@bigradwolf5001]

I watched this in one sitting last night. Really great. Pinoy working in US. I've not gone to any of the places you travelled to except BGC so thanks for showing.

[@livethephilippines]

One sitting!! Thank you 🤗🫶🤩

[@khokvn]

What a beautiful family. I enjoyed watching your videos, I'm stuck in the busy city of new York, can’t wait to visit the Philippines

[@MSalem-gt5dy]

I just love the way you’re so appreciative of Filipino culture and how you described the atmosphere where you are experiencing. That is why I really like your channel. Always be Changing is a must- watch channel. You have me feel great of the Philippines. I haven’t been to Palawan and I just discovered all the best places in the Philippines from KZbin. I love the way you describe the places you’re in. I’m watching you from California. I hope I can go to these places someday. This is your first episode in the Philippines that made me follow you. By the way I’m following your friends of the Mom duty channel, too. Love Philippines! You’ve made me so proud of my home country. ❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for appreciating our videos :) And so happy you follow our besties too!

[@dantesegundo4255]

I'm now starting to love this family, just realizing I'm watching this full video late at night. I'm proud being a filipino and we are so proud of you!

[@livethephilippines]

This warms our hearts. Thank you 🫶

[@charmsmanz6204]

Almost half a million views in just 2 weeks! 😀😀😀 So amazing!!! 😍😘😀 Congratulations!!! 😀😀😀

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! 😃

[@THE.MICHAEL.ANGELO]

I've literally watched all 4+ hours of this video just now and there wasn't a dull moment at all. Such a beautiful and well thought-out video! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences of Philippines with us! My parents and family are from Cebu but I have never been to the Philippines at all. I plan on going and taking my family there one day and I can't wait!!! Keep the videos coming...PLEASE! MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all!

[@livethephilippines]

Wow, thank you! We feel so honored for the opportunity to explore your family's country (and Cebu is one of our favorites). Hoping you get to the Philippines soon and enjoy it as much as we have 🥰

[@richardnuevo]

Your Coron adventure surely is a luxury that many people can only dream of. Its as if the entire place is yours away from all the tourists

[@livethephilippines]

It was a dream trip for sure!

[@rarhanny]

I did watch all ur vids and now watching this 4 hrs video in one sitting. So good! I love it.

[@livethephilippines]

Awww awesome! 🏆

[@loubadown]

The Homeland, You all won me over! Love the vids! God bless your family!!!

[@Dat1derfulSound]

Congrats on your new channel!! I'm glad to have found it, and definitely looking for more of your adventures in your newly adopted country.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much!! 🇵🇭🫶🏼

[@jg465]

An incredible journey across different countries and you have chosen the Philippines! Thank you for taking the time to show the world the beauty of the people and culture. Hoping that the country brings you peace, happiness, and prosperity. Safe Travels!

[@livethephilippines]

Thank yo use much for watching and supporting us! 🇵🇭

[@tedlasalvia9668]

Greetings from San Diego, CA - +1 subscriber. I've seen many lower cost videos of the PI, but I do like your upscale travel videos (at least upscale to most retiree videos). Your kids are young, right about the age when I first traveled to the PI when my father was stationed at Subic Bay. Those 2+ years were some of the most formative years of my life. Your kids will be forever changed by their grand adventure!

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 🙏 we are so proud of kids and how they are growing up in this world. Thank you for subscribing. So happy you found us 🤗

[@marc04288]

Wow what a great video! Like it so much! Thank you so much for loving our country. Enjoy & take care always. Safety first.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much for watching! We’re looking forward to another great year of Philippines adventures 👍🏼🇵🇭❤️

[@NPRNTVChannel]

Super video and prof. editing. Thank you loving our country, the Philippines.Just subscribed. Watching from the USA.

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for the support 🤗

[@ronaldothomasmorano3487]

Really proud of you guys! Been watching your family adventures in the Philippines and other places around the world. Thank you for appreciating the good people who helped you around my country and thanking you the same for the patience and lesson sharing of the not-so-good people in my country as well - well, its true its not all nice in all the places, - that we all know 🙂GOD bless you all, take care and watch more of your adventures, guys! Have you soon back in the Philippines again!

[@livethephilippines]

We appreciate you! 🤗 Thank you for following us here and on ABC 🙏

[@originalgoldengoddess]

What a beautiful family! I'm in awe at how adventurous your kids are with food... it's truly amazing to see how you have embraced Filipino food and culture. Welcome to the family! 👪 ❤️ 🙏🏽

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much! 🥰🥰

[@justkpop7423]

This is the first time I'm watching your vlog and I couldn't imagine ever that I would watch and finished an 4hrs long vlog and enjoy every inch of it. Wow, definitely subscribing to your channel now. Thanks for loving my country.

[@livethephilippines]

Welcome!! 🙏 🤗 thank you for watching all of it.

[@melbacaniiii4870]

Love this video. You guys makes really good feature. I love your narration, I love that everyone is trying everything... makes the whole thing more enjoyable for your family and us viewers. Thanks you much for your kind words a out our country. God bless you both and the kids. 🙏😊

[@shy_g8066]

I love this!!! I watched it for 2 days while in the office and ity makes me want to go travel adventure. Thankyou guys for loving the Philippines! I really enjoy watching your vlogs its so informative and organize and the kids are so smart.

[@livethephilippines]

We are so happy to inspire you to travel! 🫶❤️

[@arnoldcortez6905]

Glad to see that you guys are enjoying!

[@livethephilippines]

Yes we are ❤️🇵🇭

[@Jrozarr]

Just came across your Philippines vlog when browsing KZbin. You guys are amazing as a family! So enjoyable to watch the 4 hours never got bored. Absolutely good job making this, looks like you guys are pro's. We are a Dutch Filipino family and planning to go back to the Philippines in 2024, thanks to your vlog we're more excited than ever! Have a good one!

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much for watching! We hope you have a fantastic trip back to the Philippines ❤️🇵🇭

[@lester2730]

Hi guys! My name is Cheryl. I'm using my husband's phone, that's why you see his name on this. What an awesome video and what a fantastic family. Your video just popped up on my feed and I'm glad it did. I thought that a four hour video would be long and drawn out, and quite frankly, boring after awhile. It wasn't! You both have such calming voices and all your content is interesting! ...watched your latest video first and I'm hoping and praying your housing situation will quickly turn around! How awful that the leasing procedure can turn so quickly without notice to counter offer. ...you know what they say, "everything happens for a reason"...so I'm sure there is even a better real estate property waiting for you all, right around the corner. So nice to see a brother and sister get along so well! Have the happiest of holidays in the Philippines!

[@livethephilippines]

thank you so much :) We know we'll find the right place. Happy holidays to you!

[@angelp.5339]

Wow! Your family's adventures are truly inspiring. I can't wait to see more of your adventures in the Philippines.

[@livethephilippines]

Yay! Thank you for watching. More content coming soon 🫶

[@gerliearrieta2536]

Welcome to Philippines guys❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks so much ❤️🇵🇭

[@mikkag2429]

Amazing family!! ❤️ Thank you so much for this! I miss the Philippines. 🥹🥹🥹

[@livethephilippines]

Our pleasure! ❤️🇵🇭

[@Yeahitsme20]

HALF A MILLION VIEWS IN JUST 3 WEEKS? OOHHMYYGAD COOL! FILIPINO'S LOVE AND SUPPORT ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@livethephilippines]

SO awesome and appreciated! ❤️

[@Yeahitsme20]

@@livethephilippines no, thank you for loving our country as always were always here to support you guys, awesome family 💙💚❤️

[@katied.5982]

Just finished watching!Amazing content! Loving the way your family enjoyed every moment of your visit in the Philippines.

[@livethephilippines]

We did! 🤩 Thank you so much 🙏

[@marcote1627]

I somehow came across one of your videos and I can't stop watching them...omg lovem! your vlogs are very enjoyable to watch.. I love how u guys narrate and I'm like watching a TV travel show. Such positive people keep spreading positive vibes!! kudos to your very wonderful family and welcome to the Philippines!

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much!! We appreciate you :)

[@177xenon]

My goodness, congratulations for one of the best travel shows for me!!! I just came across your vlog today - the way you made it was indescribably close to perfection! It made me see the country I was born and raised in so beautifully (I’m a 70-year-old-retired-widow who moved to Canada 26 years ago but have never had the chance to see some of those places like Coron). Kudos to the way you made the vlog; all the narratives, the dialogue, the visuals, I must say, project natural professionalism. Thank you for the surreal experience …. FNG

[@livethephilippines]

🤩🤩 Such great feedback to read. Thank you for watching such a long video and for sharing your insights. We’d love to hear about your many adversity your late spouse… such incredible experiences, no doubt. ❤️🤗

[@artbenedictmercader6685]

Great video! You, two, are great hosts. Very well spoken, informative, very engaging. Love that you are adventurous in terms of food and culture. Great examples for your kids! Kudos! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks so much! We appreciate this 🙏🤗🫶

[@AlexGSalvador-cv9ln]

Watched the whole thing! You guys are awesome. Thank you. Greetings from the Florida panhandle.

[@lillianpajadan9834]

Wow! Thank you for promoting the Philippines through your vlogs

[@livethephilippines]

Our pleasure! ❤️🇵🇭

[@F7269]

Manila and the Philippines is such an awesome place. We have been twice. A lot of their food is so ready to go global , its so good. The hotels in Manila are amazing. We have stayed at Shangra La twice in Manila and The Fort.

[@livethephilippines]

It’s amazing here ❤️🇵🇭

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

Loving this Channel!!❤❤❤.. Philippine Culinary World has sooo many choices