8 HONEST culture SHOCKS we experienced moving to the Philippines! (gay couple | Pinoy vlog)

Hello we are Geb and Ryne, we are a gay couple who traveled from the USA to the Philippines and are now permanently residing in BGC, Manila! In this vlog we chat about the experiences we have that shocked us culturally since moving to Manila, Philippines! We moved to the Philippines about 7 weeks ago and we are continuously learning about the Pinoy culture. We absolutely are so in love living in the Philippines and getting to experience all of the filipino food and well known lifestyle.

[@jimmycadena2708]

Thanks for showing to the world that the Philippines is a fairly nice country too. Gone are the days when foreigners thought of us as a backward civilization 👍 thanks for spreading the vibes🙂

[@gebryne7978]

We’re so proud to share with the world that the Philippines is just as beautiful as those other countries that often gets praised! Thank you for watching!

[@rafAfernz]

Accidentally discovered your channel. I was originally from the Philippines. My parents moved me and my 3 siblings in 1973 here in Ohio......I was 16 then. Now I’m retired and thinking to move back there. Philippines has changed so much since then. Except for the traffic, but I think by the look of it, it got worse. There are more people driving their own vehicles now. Back in the day, more people were using the public transportations. Really enjoyed your vlog and hope to see more. Have a great day.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for watching! How cool! Ryne was actually born in Ohio! We still have yet to visit Ohio together! Yess there are definitely more cars now! Way more urbanized! Its got the big city feels to it now! Hope you can move here soon! And congrats on your retirement ❤️

[@ruolov1]

I'm thinking of moving in the Philippines, but I feel I will miss some areas in NY and some places in other states. Though, I love the sunny & rainy weather in the Philippines. I love the people in the Philippines. The traffic in Manila is absurd at times, but once you get to your destination, it's actually worth it. 😅 My favorite places are BGC and Tagaytay. My favorite hotel is Shangri-La at The Fort and the Peruvian restaurant called Samba. Balesin island in Polillo, Quezon is nice as well.

[@gebryne7978]

Oooh New York City is def a vibe of its own! We love the US so much too! Just wanted a different adventure :) Even if u don’t end up moving u can always visit often! Thank u for watching!

[@hyungjom9450]

I'm from Philippines and I'm beyond proud to be Filipino

[@gebryne7978]

So proud to be Filipino myself and of the Philippines! Mabuhay ang Pinas ☀️🇵🇭❤️

[@hyungjom9450]

@@gebryne7978 I'm definitely subscribing.. pls do more contents.. keep safe

[@MrJacksuper]

i think manila is a the best place for skin. my skin problems were gone when i was in manila which is a big surprise to me. that's why am going to move there as well very soon.

[@gebryne7978]

We seriously can’t agree more! Our skin is thriving here! We’re so glad your skin problems went away when you were in Manila 🤗 So excited for you to move here!

[@jepoystaines]

I can’t agree more. Somehow despite my skin is used to New Zealand clean air, my skin glows when I’m there. Don’t exactly know why😂🥭🥭🥭🍍🍍🍍

[@esteladalipog864]

The reason your skin looks good in the Philippines is the high humidity it rehydrate your skin removing all the toxins when you sweat or perspiring while im here in London my skin gets very dry and chappy even how much moisturizer i use only little difference but when i go on holiday in the Phil in changes emmediately after 3 or 4 days big difference thats what ive notice good youknow it by now keepvlogging we will be watching every content you upload stay safe.......

[@tonyp2601]

Yes it’s the humidity

[@gebryne7978]

@@tonyp2601 Agreed!:)

[@sizzlersphinx]

Thank you for choosing the Philippines. Have an awesome life here!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for having us!! 🥹🥰🤗

[@sportyguy9326]

Also the Filipino culture and practice is very "patriotic" in the sense that we have this slogan "MAHALIN at TANGKILIKIN ang SARILING ATIN" meaning LOVE and PATRIONIZE PHILIPPINE PRODUCTS. We also have another constant slogan ad "BUY LOCAL."

[@gebryne7978]

Yess absolutely agree with this! And yes to buying local 🥰

[@eyvonnehammonds3543]

During the pandemic, I started vid chatting with a guy from the Philippines. I have never been so in love. He came out to his family and introduced me to them (a BIG deal for him). I cannot imagine my life without him. I hope to visit him soon so we can begin the k-visa process . I do worry a little tho, that he is going to have a disappointing culture shock when we marry, as my family is such a different dynamic than what he is accustomed too. Any advice, guys?

[@gebryne7978]

Hi! We’re so happy for you that you found true love! We both experienced very different family dynamics with each other’s families, and it is still an adjustment sometimes. Our advice would be simply for both of you to keep an open mind and remember that your love is more important than any distractions that might arise 💕 always make the other person feel as if they are understood and their feelings are considered especially during the uncomfortable culture shock experiences! Thanks for watching and best of luck to you and your love!

[@Aj.M]

Mostly Filipinos are understanding so you don't have to worry about it. Just support one another and be inlove 🥰 Have a wonderful love life 🥰

[@r.g.nonetheless5663]

if it ain't a bother update us so we can advice you. bit generally Filipinos are quite open minded and nice.

[@healthrevolution4163]

I just hit the subscribe button and notification too! First video! Liking this one so far! ❤

[@gebryne7978]

Aw thank you so much for subbing!! Means the world to us🤗❤️

[@brendaallid-makalintal4345]

Such a refreshing and genuine video! I loved it. No pretensions and no nonsense at all. More power to you both!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much Brenda! You are too sweet :) 🤗❤️

[@28seeker]

What a breath of fresh air.... you two... Much more than the topic discussed I really appreciate your format...it's just chillin and talkin...it doesn't seem contrived...more of this please...

[@gebryne7978]

Such a sweet comment :) Thank you! We can’t wait to share more content with you! 💕

[@eliolovesgaymovies1117]

This is your 3rd vid im watching, you guys are good in conversing. I love the dynamics and exchanging of ideas. And i agree with you guys to have a mini series of coffee talk or whatever you name it 😂😂😂. I'd like to hear more 💛💛💛

[@gebryne7978]

Wow thank you so much 🥰 this means so much to us!! Definitely more coffee talks in the future!!

[@PacoRoldan]

Just keep on vlogging...We Filipinos love TV, telenovelas, KZbin, FB lives and so you have to plan ahead and post at least 3 vlogs a week

[@gebryne7978]

We are so excited to vlog more content! Stay tuned 😍

[@Spinnaker79]

That is so true. Its harder in the Phils to open Bank account and to process Government docs. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@gebryne7978]

Yes it definitely can be! Thank u so much for watching :)

[@joaoantonio1279]

about the customer service thing in the Philippines, most staff especially on department stores are all concessionaires, every company brands have their own salesperson assigned at any store branches (they are not a direct employee of the store), and those concessionaire salesperson are forced by their brand company to make more sales, so sometimes you may encounter that they all compete for a customer, especially if you’re looking for a one item and there are many brands to choose with its own salesperson on that store, because that’s what their company told them to do to get more sales or else they will be replaced because they’re not that effective on selling, they were forced by their company to make more sales because their company is also paying rent on the space alloted to them by the store and they also pay the salary of their own salesperson, so their company need more sales so the company will get back all their expenses on each store because the store takes 30% of the sales on each concessionaire brands plus the rent for space inside the store..

[@gebryne7978]

Wow we didn’t know that was how it worked, but it definitely makes sense now how salespeople are such product specialists here in the Philippines! Thank you so much for the great input and for watching and commenting ❤️❤️

[@sportyguy9326]

I would just like to point out that specific observation of yours about FILIPINOS TAKE PRIDE IN WHAT THEY DO. The reason for this is because we are raised and taught by elders that YOU SHOULD LOVE and BE PROUD of WHO you are and WHAT you have in life. My mom would ALWAYS REMIND me to always take care and respect the people who serve you. Once you belittle someone because of his/her job FILIPINOS WILL RAISE their EYEBROWS in protest to your action, we don't tolerate that kind of behaviour from anyone.

[@gebryne7978]

We love that about Filipinos 🥰 They are so passionate about their own crafts ❤️ Thank you for watching and for sharing your own experience!

[@arquelyap8079]

Please still follow the traffic regulations you are used to. If ever you encounter a minor accident it is more beneficial on your side that you followed the regulations. And dashcam is a must, The rules is always in consideration whenever there are accidents on the road. The big difference here and in USA is that Police are not the one who gives traffic violation tickets we have what we call the MMDA's who can flag or stop you anytime BUT they are not allowed to carry guns and they cannot arrest you. They can call a police though for settlement issues or if there are crimes involved.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for the comments and insight! We always do our best to follow all traffic laws wherever we are 😊 a dash cam would be a terrific idea, thank you!!

[@junettem5541]

This is great! Love this Geb and Ryne chat!!!🥰

[@gebryne7978]

Aw thank you!! We can’t wait to keep this series going 😍

[@michelleg.4587]

Hello Jeb and Ryne, I also moved from the states months ago. I'm originally from the Midwest and traffic there is hours long😬 I am thankful of relocating here💖🙏

[@gebryne7978]

Hello!! Aw so cool you moved to Manila too! Hope you are loving it as much as we are! Where in the city are you?

[@michelleg.4587]

@@gebryne7978 I moved to Pangasinan area. I'm few hours away from Manila. Hopefully we can catch up when I go back to Manila for a visit.

[@gebryne7978]

@@michelleg.4587 That would be so cool! We would love that :)

[@joycei5926]

Born and raised in Philippines but been in the US since late 90s. I could not drive in the Philippines lol. I’d say you guys are brave to drive in your own. Organized chaos indeed lol.

[@gebryne7978]

Hahaha we really don’t have a choice but to do it lol so that’s probably why we are “brave” 😂please manifest less traffic for us 🤗😂😍

[@Telfund38154172]

Great conversational piece ....very educational to other foreigners who may want to visit Manila....Thanks guys....

[@gebryne7978]

It's our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching :)

[@brooketrisano6450]

So glad you guys are doing amazing. Love you guys and miss you!

[@gebryne7978]

Aw thanks boo! We miss and love you too! Come visit us soon 🤗

[@federicoeveza9656]

You’re like in New York . BGC and Makati city is a lot better now than here in New York.

[@Teddy_madi]

I agree it almost 30$ for a fastfood like chipotle but a sitdown yup agree its like 40-50 or more…

[@gebryne7978]

Yess seriously!! 🥲

[@ArtemisMayari1971]

It’s great that you take note of how there’s cultural differences between America and the Philippines. It’s a shame that same sex marriage isn’t legal in the Philippines. That should be your next topic.

[@gebryne7978]

It really is a shame though 🥲 we are planning on making a vlog about being gay in the Philippines soon! Thank you so much for tuning in ❤️🤗

[@PacoRoldan]

Welcome to the Philippines, enjoy and God Bless!!!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you! God bless as well 🤗

[@beergin64]

WELCOME to the country of seven thousand seven hundred islands or seven thousand six hundred islands a variable that depends on the tide rise or maybe on global warming. Presently residing in USA but pretty soon will be back to my home land.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you!!! We’re so excited for you to come back to the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@alexisruiz4715]

So jealous from both of you! New subscriber here! Filipino Nurse working here in Lahore, Pakistan! Welcome to the Philippines! God bless us all!

[@gebryne7978]

Nurses are amazing! Thank you for subbing and watching! God bless❤️

[@glplcsw]

Like another commenter, I met a Filipino guy online just before the pandemic while we were both working abroad and our plans to meet were thwarted one week after the onset of covid and the travel bans. Since then we have stayed in almost daily contact and finally plan to meet in PI later this year. You stated that being gay is accepted there but is that in general or mainly in Manila. Maybe the provinces are a different story. I would def be interested to hear more about this subject. Thanks

[@gebryne7978]

So happy for you and your partner ❤️ so glad that you guys met and I we wish you guys the best finally getting able to meet! And thank you for the great vlog concept too!

[@ranma9823]

Frowned upon in the provinces where people are more conservative.

[@sizzlersphinx]

Cities in PI are gay-friendly, so you'll fit right in.

[@jpespinosa4539]

It's tolerated in the province, but they'll find it unusual.

[@janethangeles9534]

No comparing pls.its totally different country even humans we are different.but proud pilipino watching fr Malaysia.

[@gebryne7978]

Hi! Nothing was meant to be derogatory regarding either countries :) Just a cultural difference video. I’m a very proud Filipino myself ❤️ Thank you for watching!

[@pcsixty6]

banks have stricter requirements to open an account for foreigners here in the country.

[@gebryne7978]

Great point! Thank you!

[@GioRoyale]

Subscribed! I live in the US and I so get what u guys talked about. Someday I hope to go back. Of course, there’s still a lot to be discovered in the Philippines, both good and not so great. I guess always being very aware is the key. I must say tho that most Flips are very gracious and will work hard to make a buck. Why do you think there’s OFWs everywhere? Thanks for the vid!❤️

[@gebryne7978]

We’re so excited to discover more of the Philippines 🇵🇭 thank you so much for watching and subscribing 🥰❤️

[@angelabueno120]

I am not skipping ads to help your channel. ❤❤❤

[@gebryne7978]

Thank u 🥹🥹🥹

[@leeramirez1425]

hey guyzz welcome to epic manila, philippines haha! we'll talk more zoooon yay!!! gratz love it!! mua mua

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much Tita ❤️🤗 Can’t wait to catch up with you 🥰🥰

[@anonymoustraveler__]

Love it guys. Will continue to check out your new place vids.

[@gebryne7978]

Aw thank you so much!

[@zeroooo025]

Oh MY ghadd~ look what we have here~ I found a new gay couple ^////^ a new shippp

[@gebryne7978]

Awww welcome to our channel 🥰🤗 thank you!

[@miriammontalban7201]

Very well said guys about your observations with regards to your stay in the Philippines. Ingat. Watching from Houston TX.

[@gebryne7978]

Howdy 🤠 Ryne’s family is from Texas! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@philph3592]

Although the traffic is chaotic, make an effort to follow the rules because CCTVs are becoming more popular nowadays and they have a no contact apprehension policy especially in Manila City.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for the info! We are too scared to break any kind of rules LOL 😂

[@elsakimura9187]

lovely couple...stay healthy and stay happy. Watching from Canada

[@gebryne7978]

Hello in Canada 🇨🇦 👋 thank you for watching!!

[@thedragonlady64]

Speaking about traffic and driving in the Philippines I would not dare drive in Manila but I do drive in my hometown Albay when I am visiting however compared to the US driving and traffic rules as I do drive here in Phoenix I could say based on my experience that I see more accidents happening here in Phoenix or other big cities in the US because the people here always think if I’m am in the right and you’re in the wrong I will hit your car even though it can be avoided they won’t let you in specially if you are merging no courtesy as long as they are in the right but in the philippines I notice that drivers there specially in Albay will let you through even if they have the right of way but these are only based on my own personal experiences and observations and it may not be true to all thanks and Go bless you both stay safe and I will keep tuned in for more videos from your channel!!

[@gebryne7978]

We’re totally with you 😂 we’ve seen less accidents in three months in Manila than we would in a week in Phoenix! The traffic is so so different. A lot slower but generally safer here in PH. Traffic is AZ moves so fast haha thanks so much for watching and commenting 🥰❤️

[@jpespinosa4539]

Defensive driving is important in the PH

[@g.r.indaygracia2782]

Im a Filipino too.I hope u enjoy staying in the Philippines.Sending full support😊

[@gebryne7978]

We are loving the Philippines! Thank you for the support ❤️

[@kosar98]

Sooo agree 100% number 6.

[@gebryne7978]

🙌💯❤️ thank you for watching!

[@jepoystaines]

Haha… yes lots of staffs in the shops and the staffs are helpful and they look happy. Also quite social because they like to chitchat without any problem :)

[@gebryne7978]

They definitely love to chit chat sometimes! And we love that! So so friendly!

[@LouIse-ey7uq]

Oh em were you the ones Vice Ganda acknowledged in Showtime 2 yrs ago?? Like the sana oil moment? Just discovered your channel and super love your vids 💕 Subbed 💕💕

[@gebryne7978]

Hii! No that was not us :) We are so glad you found our channel! Thank you so much! That means a lot to us 🥺 Welcome 🤗

[@LouIse-ey7uq]

@@gebryne7978 🥺

[@jepoystaines]

Happy to come across your vlogs. Love the record player :)

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@1375chelsea]

The reason your skin is better here in the Philippines is because you perspire more while in other cold countries the air tends to get dry. I live in California for sometime and my skin is always itching. That I have to carry with me VCO formulated lotion from the PH

[@gebryne7978]

Yes we totally agree with you! The dry air can be so bad for your skin :( We are from Arizona so we get that 🥲 That’s amazing! Glad you found a product that works for you 💕 Thank you so much for watching ❤️🤗

[@danielrubinstein896]

Yes, hulasey ka ditey

[@beverly80]

I live in Korea and it’s by far the worst customer service when at the grocery store. They don’t help you bag or carry to your car. And, they expect you to move quick and get out of the counter. But, it’s clean and safe to live.

[@gebryne7978]

we have always wanted to visit Korea! Such a unique culture. Thank you for watching and sharing your experience :)

[@qwerty2020val]

i love love happy positive people.. i am subscribing! by the way, mabuhay to you Geb and Ryne. Welcome to my country. 😍😇🤗

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for the warm welcome and so glad you enjoyed the video! Mabuhay ❤️

[@jepoystaines]

Nice videos guys. So happy to come across your vlogs. Love the record player. Who is audio guy between you. :)

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you! Were so glad you found us! We both love listening to our record player 🤗💕

[@angelinalamsin6325]

Thnx for telling the truth. Welcome.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for watching ❤️

[@philph3592]

Maybe you can talk about the gay scene here in the Philippines, like how is it compared to the US. If you are open to it, coffee meet up in one of the many coffee shops in BGC talking about stuff on weekends might be fun. It is also a way to gain friends! 😂

[@gebryne7978]

That’s such a good vlog topic! Thanks! We are def going to consider that! We do love meeting new people and making new friends 🥰🤗

[@JJ_Magnificent]

So cute! Left ph when mt pinatubo erupted (visited almost every summer), thinkin about moving back someday lol.. Maybe Bohol :) Thanks for sharing ❤️ Edit: also thinking about dual citizenship.. are you guys living in ph as American citizens?

[@gebryne7978]

Come move back!! That’s amazing! I (Geb) am a dual citizen! Ryne is just plain American 😂

[@SummerRamirez]

So happy to have discovered your channel! I love BGC! That's where my office is, and I wish I could live there but I like to submit myself to Manila traffic lol

[@gebryne7978]

Yay! Thank you so much! Hope to run into you in BGC 🥰🤗

[@informativeninja]

Love you both. Subscribed.

[@gebryne7978]

Aww we love u! Thank u!

[@winterwolf211]

So THATS what happened to my skin. I was in Manila for 8 months during the lockdown and my skin was thriving. I thought it was being indoors a lot but maybe it was just the humidity.

[@gebryne7978]

Yes! The humidity is so good for the skin! 😍

[@kooldudeph5297]

O di ba Pinoy Power! Thanks for the graces 😊 I so AGREE with the west is SO ENTITLED!

[@gebryne7978]

Yess pinoy pride 🙌🙌 Thank you so much for watching 🥰

[@527ctguy]

Good Video! Maybe pass you in BGC!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you! Hope to see you around 🥰

[@renpinero3171]

In addition to driving culture in the Philippines, honking or beeping is very normal. In the US, you beep and the other driver will be pissed off and flip a finger on you.

[@gebryne7978]

We have found that to be very true! Just usually a courtesy honk hehe to let you know someone is in your blind spot! Thanks for watching!

[@SelwynClydeAlojipan]

Very observant and perceptive! I would like to have a nice discussion on those topics.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you! 💕

[@biehappy7613]

I love your channel, you guys are so entertaining. I haven't been back in PI since we left for US when I was 9 in the late 80's. Planning to go back next year. I visited Thailand with my Thai hubby and was quite surprise by their infrastructure. We were able to get around Bangkok with their efficient train and river boat system. Their bullet train to Chiang Mai will be operational this year. Does the PI have a train system or mostly taxis to get around?

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for your comment! There are multiple urban trains such as LRT and MRT! They are currently building a subway all over metro manila with Japan :)

[@biehappy7613]

That's awesome! Thank you for the info. Keep making great videos.

[@impajamas]

Haha the traffic here in the Philippines is what makes it different and shines with other countries lol😂. Also it makes you more patient when it comes to traffic so that's the positive effect I guess 😄😅 PS: Loved this video!😊

[@gebryne7978]

Oh gosh the traffic is on a different lvl here! Hats off to all of the commuters! It definitely makes us more patient 😂 thank you so much for watching ❤️❤️

[@voltsbo6156]

That was so entertaining! Thank you guys.. btw, In n Out had several random pop ups here in Manila a few years back.. and never to return again. Just kidding. Love u guys! Keep the good stuff coming!

[@gebryne7978]

Omg pop out in n out where 😍😍🥲 We love u back! Thank you so much!

[@voltsbo6156]

@@gebryne7978 yup!😍 Twice in bgc, last time was in 2019 i think. I replied with a link of the article earlier but i guess it was taken down

[@OccamAsylum]

People can't drive here, but it amazes me there aren't huge accidents in other parts of the world every second lol. I still remember seeing a couple in Italy riding a moped with their newborn baby sandwiched between them.

[@gebryne7978]

Seriously tho!! They can fit even refrigerators onto their motor bikes and still drive better than people in the US 😂

[@chellyd.7977]

I think there are huge accidents, its just not in the news a lot.

[@fym216]

Thank you for sharing and enjoy your vacation just subscribed!👍🇵🇭

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for subscribing! We actually moved to Manila 😍

[@gailborillo1124]

New subscriber here from Canada! Nice meeting you both too haha Proud to be a Filipina but I totally agree with the processing of any govt/banking documents takes too long and too many steps even just renewing a driver’s license. Again I also about the driving there is not what I’m used to but you know what? It’s crazy but I’m amazed how good of drivers there are there. Here in Canada, well in the city I live in anyway, there are annoying drivers here. They can’t even change lane properly lol So many accidents that our insurance went up the roof! I love love love the customer service there. There’s always someone to help you in any dept. and always so friendly, respectful and always smiling. Also they will go out of their way to make sure you leave the store satisfied. They sure know their stuff. From my experience anyway. Thank you for sharing your experiences and life there. My husband and I are seriously thinking of living there too someday. Hopefully it happens. Cheers 🥂

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for subscribing! Its literally quite organized chaos when it comes to driving here 😂 we agree! We have seen way more accidents in the US! I think it has to do with the speed of driving as well! We hope you guys can come live the Philippines dream soon! Thanks for watching sharing your experiences 🤗

[@ruthyagcaoili7765]

I like your topic for this particular vlog! God bless you!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much 💕

[@rudybacani480]

Traffic Rules in the Philippines are mere suggestions🤣 But kidding aside, it is actually a sad thing because I think mostly out lack of understanding of the traffic rules as most drivers in the Philippines didn’t take formal driving lessons and a lot easier to secure a Drivers license.

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for your comment! Definitely some insight to it! Thanks for watching! :)

[@chellyd.7977]

Its harder now ah on procuring the license.

[@Teddy_madi]

I miss my homeland soooooo much…..

[@gebryne7978]

Come back soon 🥰

[@i.am.elzosajr]

I love u guys. New follower here ✋

[@gebryne7978]

We love you too 🥺❤️🥰 thank you for watching and following!

[@i.am.elzosajr]

@@gebryne7978 ❤️❤️❤️

[@norabatungbacal6636]

Filipino drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. We have the best-selling rum in the world - because it's rum drinking country.

[@gebryne7978]

Filipinos know their rum for sure! We love it!

[@Iamdrew15]

Nice to see a TT & a record on your background.. 🍺

[@gebryne7978]

We actually just recently started to own a record player! So cool! ☺️

[@jessicaal415]

“Adidas” - no worries, Filipinos in the Phils who are “in the know” say it like Germans as well👍🏼

[@gebryne7978]

Oooooh yesss we love that 😊 Thank you for watching!

[@thedragonlady64]

Which part of AZ are you I am currently in Phoenix but will be retiring in my home country the Philippines here in Phoenix I do suffer a lot from my allergy pollen and dust are my great nemesis but I’m glad the weather there is helping your skin to be better

[@gebryne7978]

Hello Melba! We are from Phoenix:) We are so excited for you to come back to the Philippines 🤗

[@josefacruz4073]

Welcome home guys 🇵🇭. New subscriber here 😁stay safe and healthy 💗

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for the warm welcome 🤗🥺 Thanks for subbing yaaay 😌 Stay safe and healthy as well!

[@gerlieviloria4726]

Hey..you two are lovable to watch,.u won my sub!..❣️

[@gebryne7978]

You are too kind 🥺 thank you so so much 💕 welcome to our channel!

[@federicoeveza9656]

Yes your Pinoy American . Welcome back in your native land

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you!! 🤗

[@jcrew6190]

More fun in the Philippines!

[@gebryne7978]

Yes 🙌 Thank you for watching 🥰

[@zeezeta7920]

New subscriber here😊😊😊

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@aumarigan]

New sub here... Love the channel.

[@gebryne7978]

Welcome 🤗 thank u so much!! ❤️

[@rhodoravietz3094]

So romantic.

[@gebryne7978]

Aw thank you ☺️

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[@felixyamuyam878]

It took a long time for you to open a bank account maybe perhaps because your a foreigner. We do have different set of requirements for non filipino citizens.

[@gebryne7978]

Hello Felix:) I actually hold dual citizenship so I am Filipino (Ryne was just accompanying me) and it still did take a while which was totally fine :) Thank you for commenting and watching!

[@neliashipley6643]

Driving in MANILA,PHILIPPINES, IS LIKE YOUR DRIVING AT NEW YORK CITY THATS IT IF YOU DROVE THERE ALREADY?

[@gebryne7978]

It really is super crazy! Hahaha!

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[@Angelo-qw7gn]

enjoyed the video :) I have one question though, what's the difference between here in the Philippines vs US when it comes to same sex couple? Do Filipino people react differently when they see gay couple? thank you :)

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for watching! We have gotten a few comments about this topic so we will have to make a separate video on it! But to answer briefly, it is way more socially acceptable to be gay in the Philippines compared to in the US! Tho it is legally more accepted to be gay in the US through gay rights like marriage and anti discrimination laws :)

[@Angelo-qw7gn]

@@gebryne7978 oh thank you for answering :) can't wait for the next video :)

[@chellyd.7977]

@@gebryne7978 yes, many filipinos agree in a union of same sex couples in order for them to have the same benefits as married people under the church. To be clear with my statement, many filipinos do not agree with allowing same sex marriage under the church. Does that make sense?

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[@hillroberts1311]

I've been to the US two times in two decades. I felt the people did NOT behave as if their country is "first" world. I felt as if it was oppressive. LA Calif has one of the most incompetent people around especially the LA airport. Grrrrrrr. Just telling the truth. I would consider the US overrated with first class infrastructure and third class citizens

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you so much for watching and we totally get where you are coming from! Thank you for sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@lifeisshorts2115]

just bcoz you have traffic problems there in Manila that doesn't mean its like that in the whole Ph NO!! traffic situation differ depending on the place where you are at, some cities in Ph impose strict rules like in Davao City for example, try not following traffic rules there 😎😎 and also try not to generalized everything like what you've experienced there is what's the rest of Ph is doing, some Filipinos hate that.

[@gebryne7978]

Hello :) Thank you for your input. We are mostly talking about our experiences in the Philippines personally :) And we always follow traffic rules whether we are in the US or elsewhere 🤗 This video is not generalizing rather, let’s say you have only been to 1 state in the US which has 50. All 50 states are completely different from each other but a person who has visited only one state in the US can make a safe assumption within a video of what the rest of the culture is going to be like for the US :) Sorry you feel that we have generalized but we are only just sharing our personal experience upon moving to the most populated city in the entire Philippines. Thank you for watching 🤗

[@lifeisshorts2115]

@@gebryne7978 yup I know that 😊😊 a lot of Filipinos exactly knows that 😊 just be specific when address your experiences in certain place like instead of saying "here in Ph..." you should say "here in Manila...", "here in Batangas.." so on oks 😊🙏by the way you haven't scratch the surface of the Philippines yet so explore the pearl of the orient 😊😊 and be amazed!! nice vid 👍

[@jpespinosa4539]

​@@lifeisshorts2115 oh come on, majority of the Philippines don't follow traffic rules, even in Davao. Only place they do follow is in subic.

[@garendarius8329]

How about the gay lingo here in the country?

[@gebryne7978]

It’s definitely interesting!

[@mercyed3598]

Geb &Ryne can u guys do a vlog about what u think of Philippines is it a third world country is it not cz im sick of people keeps saying it's a third world country when i dont think its not!

[@gebryne7978]

Sad that many people look down on the Philippines! This is a good vlog concept :) Thank you for the suggestion!

[@rinsolaris2284]

I tend to tell people that the Philippines (and many other stereotypically 3rd world nations like India and Mexico) is a NIC. Newly Industrialized Country. That's the term used by the United Nations and World Bank; they stopped using 2nd & 3rd world years ago.

[@bisayakaayo8595]

oh nice welcome, new sub here!!!

[@gebryne7978]

Thank you for watching! And thank you so much for subbing ❤️

[@JamesDelMundo12]

wait until summer. summer here is so hot

[@gebryne7978]

Oh gosh hahah we are so ready for it 😂

[@JamesDelMundo12]

@@gebryne7978 have a safe stay in the philippines. god bless to both of u.

[@danajadie2469]

Dudeeee the gas station workers singing 🤣 so true! And thank you for going there with entitled Americans 🤭 also, my tita told us that you usually need a college degree just to be a cashier here. Crazy if it’s true! But I see why they don’t take their jobs for granted.

[@gebryne7978]

They are ALWAYS singing and we are here for it! 🥰😍 What?! That’s crazy?? A college degree ti be a cashier woah! We learn something new everyday about the Philippines! 😮

[@Zee_1003]

speaking of bank employees in the US, i just watched the news about the director of Black Panther and his Filipina companion (or partner) getting arrested juat because the bank teller freaked out when ahe suspected something was off with the customer's request without even verifying the account holder's info or account. i know it's protocol or something Americans are used to but i guess, use your common sense first and yoir being human before you put someone in danger or public humiliation. but i guess it's not uncommon there and with the crime rate spiking in the US...maybe that's what triggered her.

[@gebryne7978]

Wow we haven’t heard about this yet! 😮 We’ll definitely have to check it out, thanks for the insight!