First Impressions of MANILA 🇵🇭 - Day 1, The Philippines

[@Ladycarla223]

Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭. I’m sick and tired of hearing people say “oh it’s so dangerous there. Like all country, there’s danger ⚠️. Show me a country that is 100% safe. Philippines is very hospitable and friendly. If your lost they will help you find your way. If you hungry they will feed you, and yes we speak English. Have fun and be safe

[@joeyramirez556]

ate puso mo ,yong mga.nagsasabi dangerous dito mga commenters lng yon ng ibang bansang naiingit at di p talaga nkarating ng pilipinas mga marites lng yon nagsabi non.

[@jeromeseguin3530]

Agreed, I love Manila, I don’t find it dangerous at all

[@cediemina4528]

The Most Dangerous Places is Lebanon, Iran, Iraq, lol.

[@Iwassavedbygrace]

I’m going to Manila next month, first time ever 🥳

[@jeromeseguin3530]

@@Iwassavedbygrace have fun! Manila is a great city with so much to do!! I’m going back in December and I can’t wait!

[@jomontanee]

Sad that you leave my beloved country Thailand. I am so grateful to your kindest words on us. 🙏🙏 I am so happy that you continue your wonderful journey in beautiful Philippines and wish you guys have joy and friendship along the way!!! ❤️🇹🇭

[@martinik19]

I’m from the Philippines and Thailand is in my bucket list to visit someday. I’d like to see your country and also to enjoy your wonderful food.

[@norabatungbacal6636]

Thai food is the best!

[@sherinick7523]

Im from Philippines. Do not worry they will always come back to your country. Its a lovely country, Thailand.

[@michaelmcknight2305]

Manila was too crowded for me but was a good experience. I personally prefer Cebu much better but everywhere has nice places in the Philippines and the people are happy and friendly no matter where you go.

[@Joelfriend]

Yeah, I actually visited Cebu back in 2018 but would love to go back!

[@geov3138]

It depends on where you go in Manila. Some areas are extremely crowded, yes. But other areas are really quiet and not crowded- like Marikina, Alabang, BGC, parts of Quezon City and Parañaque.

[@user-xz2om3tz9k]

@@Joelfriend Go to Makati BGC

[@myra8158]

Where in Cebu? Because i would choose Manila over Cebu City tbh

[@michaelmcknight2305]

@@myra8158 I like Cebu because there’s so many beautiful places and nice islands. The city is quieter too. But if you like cities then I agree Manila is better but I like the quieter life visiting the falls and stuff like that.

[@allanjavate3265]

MABUHAY ❤️ Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭 and ready to INCREASE your subscribers and views! Because we support all locals & foreigners here!

[@geov3138]

I still love the Manila Bay and Malate and Ermita area, especially Rizal Park. I hope they continue rehabilitating the area. There’s three nice museums surrounding the park. I think they’re all free

[@zenthumb]

Haha! Guesting in your channel is so cool. It was nice meeting you again and Emilia. Please enjoy your stay in Palawan. There are so many places to explore in the Philippines. I hope you can visit most of them soon. I'm so looking forward to your videos. =)

[@urirstixoydydo]

that filipino kid in red sooo cute🤧😭😭 aww yah asian kids are really cute🤧💖

[@rubendomingo3851]

Actually as an expat that just moved to Manila, I kind of feel safer here than in Los Angeles.

[@myra8158]

Never been to the US but have watched alot of videos from Facebook. people in America are so crazy there's always a fight at supermarket or fastfood chains. Ppl are warfreak. Random people holding guns. rarely see that things here in the PH.

[@jessentacampcambe3363]

agree! LA is scary

[@theintrosproject8598]

Just subscribed! Filipinos will definitely support you! 💗💗💗

[@GinoongBlue]

visit the modern areas like BGC, Makati, Ortigas, Eastwood when you come back in Manila, Enjoy PH!

[@Joelfriend]

Thank you, we can return to these spots at some point 😌

[@mariomislang9430]

Welcome to the Phillipines 1 million percent you might like it,,every country there a place not safety at all,But in the Philippines is not dangerous country ,people are friendly and hospitality..enjoy and more nice,beautiful island..have to offer you ..

[@mgcontents4455]

As long as you have a local friend to come with you and guide you around while touring the city, then you are pretty much safe wherever you go in Manila

[@ronnienestor]

Even without a local guide, it is generally safe for foreigners to explore the city.

[@bb89670]

Locals usually respect foreigners when they them, they just hello to you when they pass you by.

[@sherinick7523]

They dont need to. Its a safe country. Anywhere in the world just be careful and vigilant.

[@LarsWagner]

Good one JOel ! enjoyed it a lot. consider to go to the philippines as well...

[@Chon2000]

New subscriber here and I love ur british accent! I really love seeing foreigners visiting our country Philippines 🇵🇭 and at the same time enjoying. Keep your videos coming and God bless u😇

[@Arnel_A67]

nice, so welcome back and enjoy exploring the islands. stay safe. 👍

[@quenchtv5436]

Lol that bird on the roof is not moving that crack me up for a moment 🤣 btw your friend's smile is contagious i hope y'll enjoy the ph 🇵🇭

[@rmd743]

Welcome guys👍🇵🇭. Thanks for visiting again and stay safe and healthy 😷. Enjoy exploring our food, places, culture and people. Watching from SF CA USA 🇺🇸 ✌️ Peace.

[@Joelfriend]

Aww we are so excited! Thanks for watching! 😀

[@lll-pz5kz]

@@Joelfriend Bring her in Palawan beaches and boracay

[@gerliegrino8126]

Hellow,welcome to the Philippines,It' s good you have a Filipino friend to tour you around Manila. Goodluck on your journey to our country.

[@sitandchill2897]

Heya, mabuhay/welcome! Brit-born Fil here. Welcome! Seems you went to our version of Peckham or Tottenham (nothing against those places), or the Bronx. The old city (despite it being considered the old centre) has that same nuance or connotatio. Please don't expect that area to represent the entire metro, we have much nicer places here like BGC, Makati and Ortigas, which we consider to be the central areas of the modern metropolis; and along the peripheries, MOA and Alabang in the south, Quezon City in the north, and Marikina in the East (which is a typical quiet residential area if you want to see how most of us live). The trick to Metro Manila for us locals that we'll share with the travelling community is to avoid the old City of Manila itself, not unless you go to Binondo, which is the world's oldest Chinatown. The food and atmosphere in Binondo is amazing! Apart from that, Metro Manila's central area is actually BGC (premiere district) and Makati (the Manhattan of Manila) :)

[@Joelfriend]

Ahh awesome we got told not to stay in Makati this time as it would be closed due to the Easter holiday but next time we could stay there

[@sitandchill2897]

@@Joelfriend Hey mate, oh yea it gets pretty dead during Holy Week here, many people take it super seriously here, TV and radio literally stops and you see people doing stuff like penance in the streets. It's pretty intense, but it's all back to smiles and normality afterwards. BGC is definitely the best possible area to stay in, but it's a bit pricey. You can get decent airbnbs there (about £20-30 a night) though so it's not too bad. Poblacion Makati is def a great place to stay at too, especially places like Z Hostel that have rooftop bars. That area's got a bit of grit and liveliness and is fully authentic, but it's not rundown like the old City of Manila (Malate, Tondo etc) is. If you want to have a comprehensive feel for the metro, I'd recommend visiting different districts in a day, Metro Manila is like different game zones all smooshed together. You could start in Binondo in the old city in the late morning to around lunch time for an explore of the winding streets and try some of the best authentic Chinese Filipino foods around, head to the madness of the Divisoria street market in the afternoon (watch your bags there though, no violent crimes to speak of there, but there are a few pickpockets in that area), and escape to the modern chillness of Bay City and Mall of Asia for some Aircon shopping and to ride on the MOA Eye Ferris wheel (the world's biggest IKEA is there), or ride one of the Manila Bay boat rides at sunset. Then head for Bonifacio High Street or Uptown Mall in BGC in the early evening, especially on weekends, to check out the liveliness of what's pretty much like the Siam Square of Manila. They have great craft beers there too :) you will feel like you visited 4 different countries in a day. Then there's the Pasig River ferry, which is free I think, and you can take it up and down the river to get a feel for the city in a raw state. If you get on at the old city next to the historic Jones Bridge, and go up river to the large LED screens of Guadalupe ferry stop, you'll get a good feel of the metropolis. There are great things to see in the old city, it's just not the spot most of us hangout at, or would recommend to first timers in the metro. Sorry for the essay, but lemme know if you need any ideas on places to visit here :)

[@louistomlinson9634]

Actually that is the oldest City in Manila. When I was in the philippines the modern City are located in Bonifacio Global City, Makati City, Okada Manila in Entertainment City, Eastwood City, Bay and Star City in Pasay where Biggest Mall is located.

[@algrand52]

Speaking from experience, you'll be much safer anywhere in Manila than in most cities in the US and Europe. Love the energy and the great vibes you both exude. New subbie here. Safe travels, guys.

[@d.diggler9936]

JOKE!!

[@xose2863]

Definitely safer than Philly, Detroit, San Francisco, NYC, and LA.

[@jyy3338]

Cap

[@islandboy9324]

I agree with this!

[@musicamyx3912]

Totally agree that Manila and any other major cities in the Philippines are very much safer that in US and Europe.

[@ericroca8879]

I believe the bird's a rufous night heron. It's most probably there to look for some fish. I've noticed a lot of them frequently appearing there ever since the Manila Bay rehabilitation. There are also migratory birds showing up as well.

[@dannah808vale8]

When will Manila bay rehabilitation be finished?

[@myra8158]

@@dannah808vale8 2024

[@sherinick7523]

Thats so nice to know

[@MillaExplores]

Nice vlog and congrats for 20K subs! 🤩 It's gonna be fun to follow your travels in the Philippines!

[@Koya_Sipanlog_Express]

Mabuhay! Welcome to the islands. Looking forward to your travels 👍🏻😁

[@Joelfriend]

Aw thank you!!

[@titodongplaylist2076]

New subscriber here and welcome to the Philippines...God bless!

[@emstv9758]

Good thing you've been there in manila under the good governance, a lot of changes and improvements to see FYI, in terms of safety pretty sure your in good hands with your local friend out there, enjoy your stay keepsafe guys, thank you for showcasing our motherland🙏❤

[@datusumakwel644]

good governance my ass pffttt!

[@rambac9138]

Good governance yucks 🤮.

[@emstv9758]

@@rambac9138 ampalaya pa more😁

[@pmdrglj7310]

Good governance? Lol. Stop licking Duterte’s arse. He’s incompetent and the rest of the world knows it. We’re in a hell hole rn. Don’t kid yourself.

[@logik1973]

@@datusumakwel644 pinlakawan spotted

[@mpatenio4404]

Welcome to the Philippines hope you enjoy your visit

[@acerusselcloud2735]

Looking forward to your next vlog.

[@Joelfriend]

I’m so excited to share it, it’s a great one!

[@ronnienestor]

That perception of Manila as dangerous stemmed from an old stereotyping. The capital region is safe and crime against foreigners is so rare. You will encounter friendly people instead.

[@bb89670]

Agree

[@bisayakaayo8595]

welcome back to manila just subscribed!!

[@edstravel]

Another great video 📹 guys 📹

[@jrexx2841]

Try visiting Vigan and Intramuros. These are Spanish Heritage towns

[@BigJoe1]

You should try and ride the metro there, more exciting than jeepney 😉

[@littlesparrow1284]

OK I wanna see your adventures and that's why I subscribed

[@whitestone2469]

Your videos have helped me reach over $180,000 in trading by age 23! Thanks Joel . Keep the videos coming. 👍🏽

[@andrewblack4432]

Congrats ! I started right before covid when the recession hit. I held those stocks and made a killing. I bought dividend stocks and made a lot during covid.

[@favourazah1504]

I'm convinced that the big investors and analysts are trying to scare us to keep us poor and ignorant to the market.. because its steady doing good after all the jobless and market crash talks

[@jamesjude4988]

Congrats and wishing you the best .

[@grantstanley6039]

The one effective technique I use is staying in touch with a financial coach for guidance, it might sound basic or generic, but getting in touch with a financial adviser was how I was able to outperform the market during the pandemic and raise a profit of roughly $40k

[@whitestone2469]

@kim sun When I was 20 ,but you need a finance Pro if you don’t want to loose and if you want to be more successful.

[@kheankimhong]

I hope you enjoy Cambodia too , nice to see you in my beautiful country Cambodia 🇰🇭

[@Joelfriend]

I’ve been to Cambodia, but I will be returning to Cambodia at some point 😁

[@stal1ng]

To say that Metro Manila is “dangerous “ is a sweeping generalization. Everywhere you go, I don’t care if it’s in Europe, Asia, Africa, North or Latin America, there are areas that are safer than others. Not all of Metro Manila is “dangerous “ - whatever “dangerous“ means. And just like in other cities around the world, but particularly in the Philippines, there’s no shortage of locals who will help and even defend you, if needed. However, nothing beats common sense. Safe travels. ✌️

[@mariyatatsu3752]

Manila has a lot of snatchers and your taxi driver sucks. You are not allowed to wear jewelries and use cellphones everytime. Mas Malala pa nga dati na may tanim bala pa na pahamak sa foreigners.

[@robinsvoyageismyrealchanne90]

Yah... Phoenix is more "dangerous."

[@mrreonkadena]

@@mariyatatsu3752 Tama ka. Pero nangyayari din yan sa ibang bansa. Sa Paris, nadukutan yung kaibigan ko sa Metro. Sa Rome, itinakbo yung backpack ng kakilala ko. At hindi lahat ng taxi driver sa Manila ay masama. Meron ding nagsosoli ng wallet o kaya cellphone. Bawat lugar sa mundo, may mga salbahe. Kailangang nating mag-ingat.

[@mariyatatsu3752]

@@mrreonkadena sa ibang lugar meron din ganyan pero ang manila kasi ang lala.

[@banshee1133]

@@mariyatatsu3752 Filipinos are overly sensitive and butt hurt about the dangerous comment. As someone who lived in manila for years, I agree. Have several experiences where the other person in bus / jeep had their cellphones stolen. Sometimes people experienced getting their bags slashed. Butt hurt Filipinos don't understand what crime rate is. And while places like Singapore isn't generally crime free, it has significantly lower crime rate than manila. And yes a lot of taxi drivers in manila suck. A lot of them don't even bother giving change. Problema mo pa pag wala silang panukli.

[@wiltallod4910]

Hey dude Mabuhay welcome to the Philippines hope you’ll enjoy your visit our country has to offer. Stay safe

[@torontogaming-zz3ef]

In 3:44, the bird is actually called a Heron.

[@joniting8351]

Omg! My friend zenthumb! Enjoy your stay here in the Philippines!

[@nightcore4059]

Ito ung mga suportahan nio kasi nakakkatulong na sila sa ekonomiya.hindi yung mga nagre-react lng sa mga video ng pilipinas na hindi man lng nakakaapak sa ating bansa😂

[@benjaminbeber9894]

People of the world perceptions, Philippines is a dangerous place to visit but it's not , I lived in a foreign country for almost 40 years but we do have crimes here as well, you name it we've got it here too. Just enjoy the journey and be happy.

[@marb9093]

We are gangsters and we eat foreigners 😂🤣.

[@bb89670]

It's irritating when they say Philippines is a dangerous place, maybe a long long time ago like in the 80's because of the negative news we heard. I live in the US, it's very very dangerous now. Robberies, people breaking in your house, stealing what they can, stealing cars, shooting, stabbing, shoving. The only experience I had was the time my sport car was stolen while I was working, I got it back then someone broke my window to try to steal it again, then againit was broken into in front of my house at night.

[@sherinick7523]

@@bb89670 oh my...

[@michaeljohn3885]

Hey man! I love your video quality! :)) and i just followed your channel :) excited to follow you!

[@nedskiechannel3892]

Welcome to the Philippines and mabuhay enjoy your adventure im so happy your in my country watching from USA I subscribe for you see you around take care guy’s and be safe 👍👍👍

[@rinorivera3709]

Joel friend welcome to philippines, enjoy ur stay.

[@oreooscar2377]

Welcome to the Philippines..and im now youre subscriber..

[@marvinsoliven9943]

Hey! i think I saw you passed by St. Scholastica's College like few weeks I ago! I'm not sure but, yeah! Welcome to The Philippines!

[@lunar-e.6620]

Dont missed to visit OKADA-Manila where you find and witness the most elegant place in the world and you can witness too the so called World biggest Dancing Fountain with beautiful lightings. OKADA is a shopping center, a 5-star hotel and cadino. Best time to visit is after Sunset.

[@Yuii69.]

Welcome Brother Stay safe

[@MadiskartingbNanay]

Enjoy watching your Vlog.. We was there also last Month .. And I miss my Family again and always...enjoy your staying Philippines. Those are friendly and they speak pretty good English.. Stay safe😊

[@gecko1131]

The of City Manila is in Manila, and Manila is a region that consisted of 16 Major Cities. During American and Spanish colonial time the city of Manila and 23 municipalities are included. Manila is now commonly known Metro Manila (National Capital Region). Many Filipinos were confuse that they only know that old Manila or the City of Manila (Capital) is the only Manila.

[@charmsmanz6204]

Welcome to the Philippines! I love your accents! :-)

[@dricevlogs8954]

welcome to Manila! hope to bump into you soon

[@wiltallod4910]

Heyey guys Mabuhay and welcome to Manila, Philippines. Wishing you both a joyful travel in the islands the Philippines has to offer and get to try exotic foods. Enjoy and stay safe cheers 😎

[@miejones9102]

Welcome to our.beloved Philippine..Mabuhay!!! Ingat....(Stay safe)Watching from CANADA "FilCan family...just subscrived...

[@suayhughes8103]

Enjoy your day guys

[@Joelfriend]

Thank you

[@elsakimura9187]

WELCOME TO OUR BELOVED COUNTRY. STAY HEALTHY AND HAPPY. WATCHING FROM CANADA

[@jennifershimizu7571]

Welcome to PHILIPPINES!

[@Joelfriend]

It’s more fun in. The Philippines 😀

[@foxylady8828]

Welcome back again

[@marimar3161]

You never went to the city center. You went to old downtown Manila. It hasn't been the city center since the 70s. It's not a very nice area at all. The new downtowns are Makati and BGC, which are further inland. You saw a tiny part of the skyline. It's actually much bigger the further inland you go.

[@Joelfriend]

Unfortunately we didn’t really have much time in the city but maybe we can go back at some point 😁

[@jennyzubiri9312]

@@Joelfriend That's the part of Manila that was destroyed in WW2 and never fully recovered. So they built a new downtown, Makati in the 60s-2000s. Then a newer downtown BGC in the early 2000s. Metro Manila has many layers from old to new, from rich to poor. So it's hard to see everything in a short time. It's set up differently from Bangkok, where old, new, richer and poorer are often side by side and all mixed up.

[@ophanimangel3143]

What is so special about Makati or BGC? It’s just like any other Western business district. I can see these things in New York, Chicago, Melbourne or Sydney. Show more Binondo or Intramuros or at least if Manila wants to rehabilitate its downtown areas more then incorporate our distinct historical designs into modern architecture rather than just imitate what they have in other modern Western cities.

[@ophanimangel3143]

@@jennyzubiri9312 That’s same in the Philippines dude. Taguig has poor sides too. People just know how to tuck them away. If you think squatters are eyesore then build them new houses so it would look at least they’re part of the rest of the area around their business districts.

[@marimar3161]

@@ophanimangel3143 I live in the US, and there are very few areas that look like Makati or BGC. And besides, I was only responding to the video where he said he was in the city center and pointing out the skyline. No one really considers Ermita the center of Metro Manila anymore. It hasn’t been the city center since the 1950s. He also referred to it as a modern area. It’s not. It’s old and run-down. Makati and BGC are the new centers of Metro Manila.

[@mayabelleza8963]

New subscriber,WELCOME TO THE PHILIPPINES

[@amardhami2288]

Love your videos, your expertise have really inspired my travelling and filmmaking.

[@JamesDelMundo12]

Try filipino street foods(bananaque, fishballs,kikiam,kwek kwek, sotanghon). Go to BGC, Star City and MOA as well while u r in Manila

[@ryanrhea1]

Greetings from Buffalo NY. I subscribe because of Manila

[@jaydie158]

Welcome home to Manila,Philippines! May the Almigjty Father see you through...

[@68tech]

Thank you for featuring philippines

[@Joelfriend]

A beautiful country!

[@Alex-kb8uc]

more power to your blogs, ingat or take care!

[@jimz2032]

It's sad that most foreigner think Philippines is Dangerous but the truth is not, just some parts but most countries have also dangerous parts right??, But hopefully u guys enjoy visiting here, and hopefully u guys visit Boracay, Cebu, Palawan, enchanted river and many more 😊🙏

[@Joelfriend]

Definitely, I hope this video shows people that Manila is not as dangerous as western media portray it as!

[@Ashtonirwinfan21]

@@Joelfriend I’m from the Philippines hopefully to see my whole family soon again in the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@vinedee9428]

Thank you, for visiting our country💗

[@tonlomugdang]

Go to BGC and Makati. It's like the high-end part of Manila. You'll see a very different vibe with these two places.

[@paolot7899]

Welcome to Philippines.. new subscriber here :)

[@Joelfriend]

Aw thanks for subscribing 😁

[@jasonibiza7993]

I know it’s too late but still.... Welcome & Mabuhay!

[@aidaladang8113]

Hello enjoy travel in the Philippine manila bay lunita park so nice all manila so clean and beautiful place now I'm new your Chanel pilipino is a friendly even kids god bless stay safe I'm waching from Riyadh Saudi

[@KayVgKatTV]

Enjoy Philippines ! 5am. Wow. Enjoy Delicious foods. Stay safe

[@fym216]

Welcome and enjoy your journey just subscribed!👍👌🇵🇭

[@Joelfriend]

Aww thank you so much!

[@jhonelpablico5736]

Welcome to the philippines again👏👋

[@nikopappas]

do you record these walking vlogs on your phone or on the sony alpha camera?

[@DWongWay]

Went there a few weeks ago and it was amazing and I never once felt like I was in danger

[@michaelcabanting9816]

Welcome to themphil..I hope you enjoy it..keep safe

[@Bokal507]

good luck and enjoy my friend ^^

[@richmondroadtv6527]

Welcome to the Philippines. I hope you can visit the more than 7000 paradise islands. Try and visit Palawan islands too, one of the best beaches in the world. . New subscriber here from London.

[@kenleelabanda6617]

Welcome to the phillippines 🇵🇭 keep safe bro.

[@Joelfriend]

Thank you!

[@momshieconsdailyhabits6323]

Hello ..Welcome to Manila Philippines ❤️😊 You know that Manila and Whole Island Philippines are so much fun and happy place ... Hope you enjoy Manila

[@mariloumonton4996]

Shout out here new subscriber..Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@jerichoo.1874]

In Manila. Visit BGC,, Makati-Greenbelt Malls. Head to Coron, Palawan, Cebu, Bohol (Panglao) and Boracay!

[@JudithInopiquezph]

Lol so excited welcome to the philippines

[@ReynanteSTagum]

When in Manila, go at the following: 1. National Museums (Allot at least a day to visit these museums, you will almost visit the whole Philippines going here.) 1.1 National Museum of Fine Arts 1.2 National Museum of Natural History 1.3 Museum of Anthropology 2. Rizal Park 3. Intramuros 4. Binondo (China Town) 5. SM Mall of Asia, sunset at the bay

[@rosaliefie7630]

thats what we are talking life in philippines welcomwe guys;;; love love love to see you enjoyimg am from holland

[@mgatropa7028]

welcome to here in the Philippines ❤️🇵🇭

[@abs-cbntv5vlog179]

...new subscriber here guys...enjoy your stay in the Philippines🇵🇭💞...

[@lindashaha4833]

Enjoy you guys Philippines is very friendly country.

[@kenjimevlogs6485]

Welcome to Philippines 🇵🇭 hope u like our beautiful country hahahaha

[@ralphdelrosario7770]

New subscriber.welcome 2 philippines👏👍🙏☝🇵🇭

[@franciscogozo2229]

Gudluck guys welcome to Philippines...

[@changavila]

visit Binondo -> Intramuros -> manila cathedral -> Katipunan Monument

[@rodpineda1]

Welcome to Philippines.

[@ryecalifa375]

Welcome to the Philippines explore the whole island bro

[@roselynmaglasang610]

WELCOME TO THE 🇵🇭

[@waylingawtv3347]

Welcome to philippines bro expect more views and subcribers mabuhay

[@aryoldmagdasoc497]

welcome to the philippines . .enjoy and godbless . .