What Happened to Me in Davao Changed Everything

After arriving in Davao after 13 years I was shocked at what I found and I've changed my mind about living there. Thanks for watching.
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[@b14m23]

19:16 Props to this man that has a women that appreciates him and not afraid to show it. Too many women here just want to show the world they don't need you. Salute !

[@fazbell]

I have had many Philippines expats recommend Davao to me. Calvin's video makes it official. Thanks, brother.

[@calroach1]

This has always been one of the top landing spots for expats since I started coming here. I just hadn't been here in 13 years.

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

Yes sir hats off to Sir TJ! A real gentleman for sure! 🙏🏻 Enjoy Samal Calvin. Keep smiling buddy! 😊 Also it was a pleasure to meet Mam Marilyn! Your better 1/2 hehe. 😊

[@villasisbacag]

Calvin, this is just what I want for my FB group. I want my members to see the Beauty of a multitude of places in the Philippines.

[@jackmarch2914]

Yes mate as you noticed. Good people are attracted to other good people. It's obvious you're a stand man. Truth talker and straight shooter. Thanks for sharing the island with us. I'm in Thailand for the last 24 years as well. Thanks for keeping it 100 mate.

[@brendangoodbrand2597]

No such thing as a good person

[@jonathanjones9870]

Great video cabin. I’m gonna have to put Davao on my bucket list now.

[@JohnThomas-li2vi]

This is an example of the creative power of that God force " within", once you put your heart, mind and soul to a single pointed idea and stick to it. I'm proud of what you've done and all that you still do. You are helping to heal the hearts and minds of many who are looking for the light of change. And I thank you for your service to the community in which you have founded. Your dry humor and life stories have won over many good souls who are looking to connect with other good souls. You will always continue to create your own blessings, by blessings by others. So, love and peace professor Calvin take care.

[@douie4529]

I'm from Davao City. Its the best safest and most beautiful city in Mindanao. I live a decent and comfortable life.

[@timwest277]

Beautiful! Some time down the line, I'll be able to make it out there and meet you all in person. I'm looking forward to it.

[@user-le5vl5rt1o]

That’s an awesome meet and greet. You are the man with the Philippine plan.

[@paulatudor691]

Yes it was President Duarte who made sure Davao was safe as his daughter still lives there what I was told.

[@fnqwaz5816]

Duterte😉

[@53shadesdarker7]

What a great time we had…a true community, enough said.

[@lancefogle1433]

I hope to be there soon 😊😊😊

[@b-cos]

Great video! It's beautiful out there. I myself enjoyed Davao much more than I really expected to.

[@TheDocBranch]

I’ve been in Davao for eight years. Built three townhomes here. Selling/renting two, keeping one. I’ve traveled the Philippines. Davao is the place. Sorry I missed your meet and greet. Let me know when you return. I’ll show you around!

[@Passport-X]

Great video Cal. That little bit of sugar won't throw you off. You are still going strong brother.

[@calroach1]

Thanks. Yes you're right.

[@berrock1960]

Davao City is a beautiful place with kind people. Samal Island has so many awesome beaches. I can’t wait to return.

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

Cal I heard Davao was the place to be my co - worker is from Davao he said next time I go to Philippines 🇵🇭 visit Davao cal look like you ready to move 😆 brotha. When's your next meet and greet my plan is to be their.

[@calroach1]

It's the nicest urban city in the Philippines and when you add Samal Island that's the icing on the cake.

[@marcb2881]

Davao is also one of the safest big cities in the world. My wife friends and family live there and they said you can leave your door open at night, you can walk around late at night anywhere with no worries. Also, nice malls, great night life and restaurants. The traffic is a little much but everything else good.

[@francisvazquez13]

Really ? 🤔🤔​@@marcb2881

[@lee-sn5qi]

HEY CALVIN!! WATCHED YOUR MEET AND GREET!!!❤❤❤ TY MY FRIEND 😊 LOVE FROM SANDIEGO!!!❤

[@rutgersmarine2065]

Brother Cal I visited Samal Island a couple of weeks ago. The people there are very friendly.

[@BlizzardAbroad]

Keeping an open mind, being willing to change one's opinions based on new experiences. Living, learning and leading the way for us way further back on the same path Cal. Appreciate you brother.

[@DJTReinOkinawa]

Enjoy your time away Calvin. There’s nothing likes hanging out with a good crew!

[@calroach1]

Priceless 💪🏾

[@davidmercer5561]

I just know when I get over there, I'm not gonna want to leave. Thanks, Bro

[@wssecrets-2-successvlog652]

Now, when I was in Davao two years ago checking out the place, which included Samal Island…you were skeptical about my accounts regarding this place….however, I'm happy to hear 👂 that you like/love the place since having the opportunity to visit it. Lastly, if I would ever move to the Philippines, most likely it would be Davao… it's ideal if you want a slow life, a clean city/no to minimal pollution, and some contemporary conveniences. Just note the condos/housing are extremely overpriced based on the quality of what you would get in Thailand. But Thailand is a better fit/lifestyle for me; pimping! Lol 😆

[@iluvlechon8810]

We just have to find our sweet spot, wherever that is.

[@Goodman849]

Leaving davao in 6 days . Going to Thailand for the first time

[@calroach1]

@Goodman849 you're going to love Thailand. I did.

[@Goodman849]

Going to phuket. First time in Thailand. So many people recommend Thailand. Going to see what all the fuss is about. By accident 😅

[@jamesbristol2093]

Cal, you and the group put it on at the meet and greet!!! As you stated in previous videos, the topic of loneliness. that's a sure way to break it getting together with the fellas and enjoying the Philippines and each other's company.

[@mikeanderson7019]

Calvin, I’ve been watching you since you had just a couple thousand subscribers. I don’t know if I’ve ever commented but I really do admire you. You’ve taught me a lot about the Philippines and life. Can’t thank you enough!

[@calroach1]

Thanks Mike I appreciate your feedback and support!

[@goldengate8287]

Absolutely beautiful … keep on exploring 😎😎 that jam at the end is nice … what is it ?

[@timwest277]

Yes, it is nice!

[@calroach1]

Something from KZbin's music library. They have 1000s of songs Download KZbin studio..

[@garyt7232]

I love hearing the waves. You are living the dream brotherman.

[@biggdogginthephilippines7067]

That's why I live here in Davao, very peaceful and lots to do

[@carey8250]

Brothah, something about Samal made my heart sing. And I live in Hawaii! Mahalo for sharing the adventure 🤙🏽🇱🇷🙏🏽

[@reallifetravel8593]

Hey, Calvin another great video. Do you announce the Meet and Greet locations and dates somewhere? I watch most of your videos, not livestreams though. I never hear about them until after. I am living here in Cebu and want attend some.

[@6happydude3]

Go to Jack's Ridge. Beautiful view!

[@ralphwilloughby915]

I live in Panabo City, Davao Del Norte. We built our house, off grid solar. No rent or electric bill.

[@ScottsPhillippinesAdventures]

I’m a part time expat that has a place in Panabo also….will be back in October for a few weeks

[@ralphwilloughby915]

@@ScottsPhillippinesAdventures we are working on a visa for my wife. At that point we will be part time also.

[@antonwilliford8293]

I'm so sad I can't move to the Philippines..... i take too many meds that are hard to find there

[@oceanearth2243]

Like what ?

[@antonwilliford8293]

@@oceanearth2243 testosterone shots every 3 weeks...cost 0....cortif...2 tables a days....cost O ....these are both life sustaining drugs so I need them . While I lived there in the Philippines I lived in the Philippines I had to pay over 200 a month for testosterone and 100 to travel and get it injected

[@EggspatInspired]

Hi Calvin! Sorry I missed you in Davao. I am an expat and a new vlogger covering the Philippines and the world of gamefowl breeding. Something about Davao that keeps me going back. Wish to meet you in person one day!!

[@scotmarq]

Cool music you used!!! I was in Mindinao last year , my girl lives in Misamis Oriental. We will go to Palawan this time.

[@jase1911]

Calvin: I'm glad to hear that you might be heading to Davao my wife is actually from that area and we are going to eventually be there too

[@brucesmith9206]

I didn't realize that you are/were in Davao. You were in Abreza mall yesterday. My asawa of 22 years and I were there too. We are retired up the road in our condo in Northpoint. Davao is a very safe city, VERY safe. It is safer than literally any similar sized city back in Canada. Too bad we didn't see you there. Our story is an instruction book on how plan for the future and to do things right way.

[@JRINASIA]

Calvin, I was in Davao in July 2013. I had a blast. Davao is one of my favorite city. When I was there it was too safe to walk around late at night.

[@iluvlechon8810]

Another beautiful Philippine location. 😎🏝️ There’s so many of them that I wish I had time to visit. Maybe we should stay in the southern region when we go next month due less severe weather than in my wife’s area, but I know she wants to see her family. 🤔

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

What up lechon is your wife from Davao??

[@iluvlechon8810]

@@BillyTimes-dw7vs She's from coastal Luzon. Five hours north of Manila.

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

@iluvlechon8810 oh ok not to far from Aurora.

[@iluvlechon8810]

@@BillyTimes-dw7vs I don't know where that is, actually. 🤔

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

@@iluvlechon8810 A province eastern part of central luzon I dated a gurl that's lived their.

[@darkgreen9098]

Hey man as a causal observer of your channel this is the most relaxed I've ever seen you brother!

[@jacobtonge5386]

Everything looks beautiful there brother Calvin. I'm truly glad you enjoyed it. Be well;;

[@tmb3131]

Great vid, Calvin! Always wondered about Davao. Thailand is starting to grate on my nerves and I'm hoping to find a great beach location bringing me back to the PH.

[@Adair9800]

Any specific things that are real issues for you in Thailand? I lived there for one year (left in March, 2024). I loved it, but also had a few issues that bothered me and decided to leave. Lack of road safety, unbelievable pollution December to April, lack of connection with the people for whatever reason, and the rest were insignificant and actually amusing. I am spending time in the Philippines these days!

[@tmb3131]

@@Adair9800 Basically the same as you mentioned. ALSO, the ever changing rules with VISAs and now they are taxing pensions (order 161/162). Any and all repatriated funds (transferred funds to Thailand) are subject to be taxed at a higher rate than US income tax levels. Just not worth the hassle anymore.

[@iglehart14]

I think I will be heading to Davao the next time I’m there. I heard it was nice

[@michaelfrayser2503]

We were at Castle View Resort on Samal back in April. The resort was nice, but the best beach I've been to so far was at King Kim resort south of General Santos City. If you have the time, you should check it out. The accomodations aren't the best, and you need a truck to get there, but the beach is amazing.

[@calroach1]

We're heading that way now. No sense in coming this far and not visiting there.

[@bbbbbb9547]

I live near in gensan , yes your right that beach is amazing ...

[@seph4667]

Your strength is inspiring, Calvin. Love your vastness of topics. Ever-surprising!

[@Neal_only1]

Davao has changed, Dueterte changed all that during he was Mayor and later President

[@unchainedbeast]

I loved Davao City! Wasn't there long enough to go to Samal. Next time, I will for sure!

[@busyrand]

Glad you are doing well Sir...

[@DigitalAquaNomad]

Great video uncle cal. The Philippines is a tropical paradise indeed. Keep dropping 💎 content. Have a prosperous day and night

[@Chris-wp3ew]

I've been in Davao for 9+ months. Indeed, everything is here and that is probably why I'll stay, however, you mentioned it's not congested? The traffic is horrible here. A 2km trip can take 1/2 an hour. Abreeza Mall is fantastic as well as the SM malls... They're very impressive. My new family lives in Banaybany (Davao Oriental) on the other side of Samal island... My (now wife's) family lives on the same stretch of beach as Santos. It's wonderful there. I'm sorry I lost track of your channel. I would have come to the meet and greet...

[@TomBTerrific]

I’ve heard that Davao is a great place to visit if not live. I’m sorry I never made it there. Might have changed my view about the Philippines. If I ever go back I will certainly make it one of my stops.

[@user-hq2dk9cg9t]

Wow! Thanks for sharing Bro.Calvin!

[@davidkelly9833]

Wow, awesome Calv!!!

[@countryroads5234]

Thanks for being my front man these last few years …mama Deb and I want to explore more too when possible coz she has only been to her home in Manjuyod and Duma and of course our favorite so far is Siquijor…hopefully one day we can visit you in San Carlos and play some of that gentlemen’s game we talked about 🎾🙏🇺🇸🇵🇭

[@allenbrokeit]

I was just in Samal island last week, at the Manawari resort! It's a beautiful place and worth at least a day trip to enjoy.

[@philipgrasse8419]

I live there great place to live very safe

[@tonymccreath4540]

No doubt area is as you describe as you visited it. If you go to North many hours from Davao, close friends brother, a filipino kidnapped just 18 months ago in the mountains and forced to train and fight for rebels who are still resisting government of Philippines. Three family men taken from their village. Each family gets rice and food supplied, and some money monthly from rebels. So Philippines not cleaned up everything yet. Where you were , is different world to the North. My current girl raised there in the north in area 92% Muslim districts. Violence, and shootings , even killings along political lines very regular occurence. Extreme Muslims shoot at regular Muslims often. Especially during election periods. Hear it on our calls very regular.

[@samlloyd6197]

I live in Davao City area15 minutes from Ecoland, we built a small house in an old mango grove. It’s like being in the province, but still close to everything we need. Most Americans are scared of the Muslim population and the violence, which is good because it keeps the ignorant away.

[@zaxophne]

Isn't Zamboanga where most of the issues exist, and where the State department advises Americans not to go?

[@kiwioffgrid2437]

Nice....however the muslim violence against non Muslims is a real thing. Perhaps those who pretend that it doesn't exist are the ignorant ones?

[@samlloyd6197]

And you deleted your comment

[@DANIEL-up8ws]

@@zaxophne I think U.S. advises against all of Mindanao lol. There are certainly some areas to utilize extra caution, but Davao isn't one of them. Consistently voted as one of the safest cities in PH and all of SEA. They don't even have the opportunistic taxi scammers there. Even Zamboanga isn't as bad as most believe imo.

[@zaxophne]

@@DANIEL-up8ws I checked before I went last time and Davao I was not recommended against. In fact Davao City is very safe.

[@byrongraham8824]

Man Cal I salute you, job well done me and my wife are thankful to people like you encouraging brothers like me to take advantage of my options to use my passport. Also Davao is on our short list for residency when I have make my final move. Keep doing what you’re doing

[@Goodman849]

Maybe god wants different people to follow different paths. Hospialised last week in davao centre. Then food poisoning 3 days ago. Trying thailand in a few days

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

Nice video Calvin! You captured the vibe very well! 😊

[@calroach1]

Thanks Jamie. Angelo is looking forward to hooking up with you. He's a great guy.

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

@@calroach1 looking forward to it as well! 😊

[@Gpsmedia3]

Thanks Calvin.I plan to visit the Philippines next year 😎💯

[@malloywest8766]

Appreciate all the information and content Cal

[@randygould147]

I just missed the meet and greet..i will be in davao in September

[@glenn5692]

I have lived on SAMAL ISLAND for 1 year now people are friendly. I was told years ago the southern Philippines wasn't safe my wife is from DAVAO thats why we live here times change im happy and feel safe.😊

[@tony-ce7qp]

what a nice person you are!

[@truckingwithmarco2649]

I live in Davao City. Moved here 2 weeks ago and got a real nice 2BR place. Samal is only $2.00 bus/ferry ride. They are building a connecting bridge. That will bring tourism up and usiness quite a bit. I am here to stay.❤❤

[@TheDoughGetta]

Keep the videos coming Bro Calvin.

[@ralphstewart4025]

The beaches I've been to on Samal all had water snakes.

[@davidlampkin1121]

I just left there i will be back i found seeded grapes in the city of Davao and stayed in samal 3 days and its relaxing.

[@spurlworld]

Nice music on the end of this video, please tell me you know the name? Awesome views at the end too!

[@calroach1]

A Flute in Mourning. It's from the KZbin music library. Download KZbin studio and search the audio library. It's free.

[@spurlworld]

@@calroach1 thanks

[@mackm45]

So are you inviting people there or what??? I am looking

[@user-jv5rj7md4o]

I visited that island 15 years ago. I truly agree that place is very beautiful. The constructions of the housing just started that time.

[@AnthonyGaitherRockinanthony7]

Hi Calvin, this is Anthony. I will be in the Philippines in eight more days I want to show as often as I can you have a lot of good content. I would like to hang out with you. Pick your brain about the Philippines.

[@LADETROIT]

Davao is where my wife's family lives. We have property in Samal. Trying to move back there for the next 5 years. Very clean and the people were nice. My wife and mother-in-law say that General Santos City is very hot

[@calroach1]

The bridge may be completed by then and property values will skyrocket on Samal Island!

[@LADETROIT]

@@calroach1 dang.. they didn't tell me about the bridge untill after you mentioned it.. mother in law was one of the real estate agents. We should have bought extra lots.

[@RobertPlatinum]

Yo Calvin, Live That Good Life for Those of Us Who Can't! Bless You Brother!

[@calroach1]

Oh man I will! Thanks for watching.

[@marksjourneytothephilippin9574]

I love Davao too! Fun fact it was ranked in the top 10 safest cities in the world a few years ago. Cebu is great and all but we might be moving soon

[@tobiasmichaels1050]

i seen the meet and greet last night, it looked like everyone had a good time. peace

[@fijiunlimited4503]

Beach cities usually got the big-booty women ✅

[@iluvlechon8810]

@@fijiunlimited4503 🤗

[@QDUBS76]

This video made my day

[@aaronbanning3372]

Yeah man that looks awesome any chance you do any fishing anywhere out there

[@calroach1]

Not sure.

[@aaronbanning3372]

@@calroach1 no I'm asking if you do any fishing

[@aaronbanning3372]

Out their

[@vincentcoleman6196]

Awesome views Cal!

[@377499]

We spent 5 days on Samal. It was really great. There is land available and it is quiet now. There are subdivisions as well as province. I wonder how it will be when the bridge there is built and millions of people will have easy access.

[@ramonjohnson1182]

You continue to Live and Love in the P.I. as much as you can!!

[@davidstout1716]

Spent 3 trips there. A week on Samal Island. Where did you stay?

[@mikevaldez4895]

Davao is perfect city.

[@pappadappacarhauler757]

Damn I missed it again!

[@orvilledyer9904]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@gilberturesti338]

Happy for you bro, for me happiness is different for everyone.Having family around is 👍

[@user-tk4gd4es6n]

We’ll be moving to the Philippines soon, Hope we can meet you..🙂

[@calroach1]

It will be our pleasure to meet you.

[@user-tk4gd4es6n]

❤️💪🏽🙂

[@spurlworld]

Now it's on my bucket list!

[@gobfranklin6759]

Sounds like a great time. Will be back in Jan to March so I'm hoping to do a meet and greet then. :)

[@wld-ph]

I think Davao will be beating Cebu IT Park, with big internet cables back to West Coast USA. Talomo, and maybe boat across to Talikud Island, Southern Samal island. Sometimes a blank page is best.

[@nogomo19]

To My Brother Calvin, I apologize for being in a place that they call the U.S.A at this time and not being in my loving home city called Davao to meet and greet you. Which became my loving home city back in 2017. I am happy that you and your wife enjoyed your stay in Davao. But I'm still looking forward to meet with you. Just keep producing great context which I appreciate and Thank you much.

[@zaxophne]

I've been to Davao City, I love it there.

[@nood5712]

I have been living in Davao for 2 yrs. I like Davao cuz it is safe. I have a condo at Aeon Tower. But some negatives that I found out on my own. 1- Condos are more expensive to buy or rent than Cebu. (2 bedroom condo at Aeon Tower price $400,000 and up) 2- Samal water is polluted because of vicinity to major city. 3- Swimmimg in Samal is so dangerous that in some parts it is prohibited. A large body of water going thru a bottleneck creates unpredictable heavy currents. I have a heart condition and live across the 2nd best Davao private hospital. 24 hour massage parlor is one min walk away. The best thing I like about Davao is the honest cab drivers and general safety of the city.

[@Thegentlegoon]

I was in samal before lock down, was gonna build a lil place on the far side in Tagbaobo. Plans changed but i do love Davao and samal island. If you’re still around and you like trying fruits look for “Marang” it’s amazing.

[@QDUBS76]

See, Calvin, I was trying to tell you about Davao. That's where I'm trying to find land for my wife and me. I hope you can help a brother out with that in your exploration of Davao. My wife is from the Davao area.

[@paulbunyan9436]

CDO is on my short-list along with Zamboanga and General Santos.

[@jase1911]

I would reconsider on those two areas I've heard from many different people that they are extremely unsafe

[@DANIEL-up8ws]

@@jase1911 Well CDO, and General Santos certainly aren't extremely unsafe. Even Zamboanga is safer than its outside perception. If just flying there and staying in the city.

[@jimburg621]

Davao is a real nice city, with good people. Haven't been back in a few years, great scuba diving too off of Samal.