FIRST TIME IN MANILA, PHILIPPINES - exploring MANDALUYONG Metro Manila 🇵🇭

Welcome to Manila, Philippines! We are so excited to be back in Asia and exploring Manila for the first time. Manila is a bustling city in the heart of the Philippines, rich in history and culture. We are staying in Mandaluyong, and in this video, we are exploring, getting our first impressions, eating yummy food, and getting to know some of the FRIENDLIEST people we have ever met.
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[@juanitocanlas422]

Being a pilipino living in California, I feel very proud for all the positive things you say about my people.

[@pausegame2319]

Feel good.

[@michaelmcknight2305]

I love the Philippines for the fact the people are so happy and friendly and I can’t wait to go back. Great video btw, you two are born for this

[@user-tv1oz9bn5y]

Be back with your family and friends. Expecting that soon maybe.

[@michaelmcknight2305]

@@user-tv1oz9bn5y I have a friend that lives in Cebu and like to go Island hopping from there. I will be back in a few months hopefully and I will be on my own

[@ianpatrickjovenambrosio7861]

Thank you for loving the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@michaelmcknight2305]

@@ianpatrickjovenambrosio7861 It’s so easy to do

[@michaelmcknight2305]

@@user-tv1oz9bn5y I have a friend that lives in Cebu and other friends who I met out there when I’ve visited different places

[@mylenebuck5131]

the PHILIPPINES is the vlogger's paradise

[@fernansereneo4284]

That's True ❤

[@tarogo3278]

Yours is a refreshing take on tourists vlogging in a new area. Amazing!

[@SammyandTommy]

Glad you think so! Thanks for the great compliment 👊

[@juliebabin]

Tommy you are a natural to connect with people !! You both are shining. No surprise everyone wants to be in your video!

[@SammyandTommy]

Really appreciate the sweet compliment ☺️ Thanks so much for making my day!

[@davidflint9678]

You do not need to be a natural with people, Filipinos are natural hospitable and friendly, I have been coming to Philippines from 2016 and moving there permanently in 2026

[@paengsolo2047]

I love how friendly you are with the kids. I'm sure you will hit 100k subscribers while in the Philippines. Stay safe guys. More food to come and try to enjoy.

[@SammyandTommy]

The kids are the best and had a lot of fun hanging out with them! Thanks for the love 🤗

[@EricandSarah]

Love this!! You always capture the best portraits and interactions with locals 🥰

[@SammyandTommy]

🥰🥰🥰

[@PhotoVideoDream-lz9ut]

Super nice way to learn the local culture and feel the environment. Best way to find out how ordinary Filipinos live in Metro Manila.....Great ...

[@SammyandTommy]

Couldn't agree more, such a fun way to start out our series!

[@orlandobangayan8178]

We are poor nation country but we are full of happiness, kindness, respect, hospitality and friendly. Life here in Philippines is very simple.

[@SammyandTommy]

The Filipino people are the best! So welcoming 🤗

[@orlandobangayan8178]

If you come to CEBU CITY, take a 2GO big boat it's like cruise ship you will enjoy your journey they have Karaoke music bar, restaurant, side seeing other island with 24 hours sailing. 👍

[@janrey257]

be grateful that there still foreigners visiting our country yet you're here sharing your negative perspective. Be happy for Philippines at least for once. We are a developing nation if you don't accept that, it's on you.

[@-ch6bm]

Big check..Simple things to me is enough....If you wish to visit Philippines,we will treat you as family not a visitors...Filipinos are different..Filipinos also are approachable

[@Nameless-hy7fu]

Anf you’re proud of that? You sound poor and pathetic

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Welcome back to the Philippines! I like your video style!

[@SammyandTommy]

Appreciate it, thank you 🙏

[@crisq638]

I love how you are featuring the people too! I miss Philippines so much! Enjoy your stay!

[@melchoramcgill1216]

Just subscribed everytime I came across blogger that Promotes my Beloved country Philippines I will support the channel .From IN USA

[@mimiblitberg]

Whenever you see Filipino foods lined up at carinderias ( food stall) it’s called turo turo literally translates to “ point point”. Welcome to my humble home country. Mabuhay!

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks for the welcome :)

[@eduardochavacano]

educated Filipinos never point though.

[@md929]

@@eduardochavacano Why is that? How do they tell the seller which one they want?

[@willm3633]

​@md929 As simple as pointing with your finger the food you want to the seller, even without knowing what food it is.

[@md929]

@willm3633 I was talking to eduardo. He said educated Filipinos don't point. Every Filipinos point even using their lips. 😆

[@user-si7qj2ow3y]

Love the taking of pictures of the people, really nice

[@SammyandTommy]

Our favorite part of our videos 🤗 So happy you enjoy it too!

[@viviansimon4853]

I agree

[@oliverramirez459]

Welcome to Manila ❤ hope you guys enjoy for the rest of your trip. Filipino are very hospitable very kind and they are always welcoming the foreigners and that’s how to interact with the locals. Guys take care ❤watching from Chicago 🇺🇸🇵🇭and you will love the Filipino food just try the Kare kare, adobo, lumpia specially all the grilled foods believe me coz I’m a Chef too❤and don’t forget the chicken joy of Jollibe because that chicken is the 5 best chicken in the states ❤

[@e.s.5872]

Man, I love your shots. CLEAN! Great job. Liked and Subscribed.

[@SammyandTommy]

Much appreciated! Thank so much 👊

[@maalat]

Be careful with those drinks…. They use water straight from the faucet. When I visit the Philippines, I realized the water from the faucet is sweet and delicious compared to the water I buy that tasted like chemical to sanitize the container. So I decided to use the water straight from the faucet. However, I strain it with a piece of material derived from the ny,in tea bag from the green tea in buy from Costco. Then, I boil it, and finally, put it in the fridge to cool. I think most restaurant use filtered water. I only drink pure coconut juice from palengke and avoid those delicious looking tropical juices from the street. Have fun and stay safe.

[@laurencelim888]

This is great. You captured the true feel/emotions of the people and places in the Philippines. Thank you. Makes me want to come home sooner.

[@Jojo-lj4wp]

Love your vibe guys, hope you enjoy your stay in our country❤

[@SammyandTommy]

Appreciate the nice compliment, we are loving our time here 😊

[@Xpider82]

thank you guys… i notice every filipino that you take picture always peace sign of their fingers.. ❤

[@whoisperfect_no1.381]

New Subscriber here from the Philippines. You know what? This is authentic no holds barred type of content. i like it. What you just covered is the true everyday life of the 80% of the Filipino Population. Covering BGC, Makati and other high places in Metro Manila is Kinda Boring. Keep it up! Stay safe and all the Best..

[@kneth77]

You guys are the most feel good/positive vibes youtubers I have ever watched!!! You guys are great!

[@julioc4978]

Can't wait for more! The filming and editing is spot on Cheers

[@SammyandTommy]

Really appreciate the kind words 🤗

[@pinkchrisking]

One of the better vlog I have seen in the Philippines by foreign vloggers. Great content guys.

[@winzecarldaguman2623]

I super agree!! They look so genuine.

[@shershaivlogsandgaming3638]

New subscriber here from UK... I love all your vibes and positive comments about my people and culture. Yes! I'm filipino living here abroad. You guys eat the filipino way, using bare hands which made me more prouder. Enjoy your stay and God bless!

[@MarvinMaximo]

The lady in the eatery did not properly identify the rolls which she said to be Pork Shanghai. It is a kind of LUMPIA hence it should have been properly called LUMPIA Shanghai which filling is pork meat. There are other kinds of LUMPIA like Lumpia Toge (bean sprout filling), Lumpia Gulay (leafy vegetables filling), and Lumpia Sariwa. Sariwa means Fresh. Lumpia Sariwa is not fried unlike the other Lumpias. It has filling of vegetables, carrots, sprouts, etc., and topped with peanut sauce. Fyi.

[@Arnel_A67]

Ayun oh, very well said kabsat ❤

[@ATC_Radio]

@@Arnel_A67yun oh.. padak nga ilocano!! Hehe

[@SammyandTommy]

Good to know, thanks for the detailed explanation 🤗

[@jmrs211]

but we also call lumpia as shanghai. she’s not wrong. some shanghais are made with fish or something else hence she said pork shanghai 💁🏻‍♂️

[@Excaliburhope]

Who cares!?

[@marierocher4422]

Yes connection from Spanish. The only country in Asia connected with Latin countries, colonized by Spain. “Feel at home” meaning feel at ease. 😊

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks for the warm welcome 😊

[@MsKRRey]

9:16 "NAPAKASAKIT.... KUYA EDDIE!" I can't help but sing it! Hahahaha

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING 100K SUBS. You deserve. it!

[@bernieespinosa8691]

MS . SAMMY & SIR TOMMY , WELCOME HERE IN PHILIPPINES !!!!! 👏✌️👍🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭 FROM NOW ON , I WILL FOLLOW YOUR CHANNEL . 👏✌️👍❤️❤️❤️

[@viviansimon4853]

I love how you naturally connect to the locals and take their pics.The local culture is featured well🎉.

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks so much! My favorite part about making videos!

[@avid580]

Been watching you guys for a while now. I'm glad you finally made it to Manila! Explore the north too.

[@SammyandTommy]

We are very glad as well! Can't wait to share more!

[@avid580]

You guys gotta visit Intramuros (the old Spanish walled city), Binondo (the oldest Chinatown outside of China), and Las Casas de Acusar in Quezon City. I have a house in Pangasinan (that I'm preparing to put on AirBnB). You guys can stay there and be my guest. My cousin can drive you around. I'll send a dm.

[@md929]

I stayed there at Aqua Novotel last year last week of March. I loved that place. Got that local vibe and right across the river is Powerplant Mall. You can take the boat to cross the river for 5 pesos and walk to the mall. Fun place.

[@quartermaine6543]

hi Sam and Tom..welcome to Phils..we love to see you here guys like you are awesome touring our humble country where all walks of like is on the streets vendors kids playing people with roosters and lot more is so fun folks here are so incredibly friendly.. if you love to eat this is the best place every corner has food stand or vendors everywhere..Sam is really hungry hahaha just kidding she loves bbq a lot..well guys you earn new subs here..btw im from Mandaluyong City but my home town is in Albay Legaspi you can visit there too so to have a glimps of famous Mt. Mayon Volcano. safe travel to you guys

[@JCalltheway]

Is this the sincerest vlog yet? Hope to see more ❤️. Be safe and God bless you both!!

[@christianlopez9558]

I'm glad you both have found the greatest treasures of the Philippines. The warmth of it's people and the amazing food. Enjoy your stay, and send my love to the Philippines. I haven't been back since i left 35 years ago.

[@edgartopico5595]

Welcome Sammy and Tommy. Enjoy your time and be safe. Btw I am one of your new subscribers. God bless 🥰😂

[@jong0711]

Love your positivity, such great vibes. No qualms on local foods but to be safe, drink bottled water. We appreciate your genuine interaction with the locals which sadly is missing from most foreign vloggers. Thank you for the kind words and we pinoys know how to reciprocate. We will support your channel and again 'Welcome' and stay safe.

[@daprilm.4186]

Wow welcome to the PHILIPPINES and feel at home my friends and enjoy God bless both ❤❤❤❤❤

[@lonewolf7565]

I like how this episode focuses on the place and the people instead of on the vloggers which is a common theme among foreign vloggers. It kinda reminds me of OG travel vlog Lonely Planet with my favorite Ian Wright, Megan McCormick and Justine Shapiro. Good job you two.

[@callasurfvlog2221]

Hi Sammy and Tommy new subscriber here enjoying around manila and the best to connect to the locals

[@estelitavillamil819]

You will be my favorite couple blogger....more videos please

[@SammyandTommy]

Appreciate the love ❤️ More videos to come!

[@temujinkhan6326]

That river is starting to look better. Hope they continue to clean it up for life to return

[@canibescott2289]

Good you mentioned the river too. It's dead. Will be decades before it returns to support life IF things like flooding, open sewage, and litter are mitigated.

[@igzqui7817]

@@canibescott2289 for your information it is no longer died. There are thriving fishes in the river already.

[@ninja.saywhat]

@@igzqui7817 there's always been fishes there even in it's worst years back in the 90s and early 2000s. you'd be surprised how adaptable fishes can be even in some of the most toxic and disgusting environment.

[@ninja.saywhat]

looked better from the surface, underneath it, still seeping with untreated sewage mostly from nearby residentials.

[@igzqui7817]

@@ninja.saywhat so in short the river is not dead.

[@jhulpedroso5112]

Thanks for visiting are beautiful country!. Enjoy and always besafe godbless!

[@SammyandTommy]

Appreciate the warm welcome 🙏

[@junmichkun]

Great vlog! Can't wait to watch your next videos.

[@hisnameivu]

Most wonderful friends, love your work and continue supporting you guys

[@SammyandTommy]

Appreciate the love friend 👊 hope you're doing well!

[@peranoid]

All people smiling....Welcome to my country..Philippines...

[@kilojoliet3855]

This makes me proud of my culture. I'm very happy for you guys! Enjoy our hospitality!

[@butchomacoco9656]

Your channel just popped up my screen. So, here I am, your new subscriber! Safe and happy travels!

[@fym216]

Welcome and enjoy!👍🥰

[@SammyandTommy]

thank you 🤗m

[@larrypoticar2828]

Yoir contents on this vlog & how they interact with locals is pretty good! Subbed!

[@joelvicente9660]

I just love how you guys featured the people smiles ❤❤

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks so much!

[@gman3630]

Great vlog. A lot of Smiles. Filipinos are known for their great Smiles. 😊

[@edwarddelacruz5893]

Thank you for visiting our country again.Yeah,filipinos are really friendly...

[@myragaculaisdelrosario5853]

Thank you for all that interaction with the locals! That's the best way to find out about the culture.

[@hottesteverything6545]

I love that you always highlight the locals ...

[@ginostrings]

I love the vlog style.

[@SammyandTommy]

Thank you 👊

[@liliataluban2075]

Welcome to Philippines,enjoy and stay safe.

[@MarkLuis]

Just discovered your channel and I hope you'll enjoy your stay! Loved the montage of everyday people here in Philippines.

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks for the kind words 🤗 It's our favorite thing to capture the local people of everywhere we go!

[@botyokAnimetv]

Welcome to 🇵🇭 New Subscriber here From 🇵🇭🍻

[@SammyandTommy]

Hi, thank you 😊

[@ramondumlao7653]

Thanks for visisting Manila. Have fun!!! Hopefully i will be there for Christmas❤

[@zerohour7376]

Excited to watch more of your videos

[@coolferds06]

This couple is so lovely and funny. Thank you for visiting our country and giving wonderful thoughts about it.

[@spidey6077]

Nice vids beautiful couple , stay safe and enjoy your visit thanks for coming

[@wanderingwency]

Welcome to Manila, enjoy the Philippines, the place where you see smiling faces. Take care and God Bless.

[@JayandSarah]

Nice one as always guys. Being rewarded with lots of views in the Philippines.

[@ericmjrs798]

Hope you'll continue to enjoy your stay in the Philippines. Welcome

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Awesome video! I just came back from Taiwan and I absolutely love how friendly everyone in Asia is! I have so many Filipino friends who keep asking when I'll visit Philippines and videos like this definitely want me to go ASAP! Cheers guys!

[@amaliahightower]

Don’t go rainy season. The best months to visit the 🇵🇭 are January, February and March.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@amaliahightower perfect because I’d love to go around New Years😊

[@gabrielvicente6027]

Loved Sammy skiing Tommy, using the fork for the soup....lol. You guys Re awesome couple, trying everything the street has to offer. I'm your new subscriber in your channel, can't wait to see the next adventure. GOD BLESS

[@GonzoGunTube]

Such a great video. Thanks for posting!

[@shinjipuma]

Explore more places here in the philippines. Welcome back staysafe

[@shinichikudo2983]

This video is so well done! ❤

[@karenlabordus227]

I love love love your videos! Thank you so much for everything you do. We (the hubs and me) watch every video.

[@shepz03]

Thank you for going out in the streets, interacting with the locals, and showing the beauty of the PEOPLE.

[@ryanr7570]

It’s my first time seeing your guys vlog and all i have to say is that it’s unique. I can tell there’s no fakeness and love you guys respecting the locals. Love the interactions and loved it when you asked questions if you weren’t sure. Anyway, with the small limes they give with chili,you usually put soy sauce and add the calamansi (the small lime) and squish the chili mixed in. You can also do what you did. Have fun in Manila and try to visit the other parts like BGC and Makati. Lastly, if you guys have questions about something don’t hesitate to ask!

[@Arnel_A67]

Welcome again and a very good start 👍

[@SammyandTommy]

Great start, can't wait to share more!

[@pogistreet]

I love your interactions with locals. Great content. Keep rollin 👍

[@stevetaylor3487]

What a refreshing change from vloggers who create characters for themselves or seem to stir up trouble with locals when they show up with a camera and money! The simplicity of such an attractive couple presenting well-edited, colorful video, breathes fresh air into a somewhat tired genre here. Thanks for what you do.

[@ramongabrielguzman7075]

When you eat any kind of bbq, you should dip it with vinegar with onions or cucumber and chili peppers. Also visit Divisoria or Quiapo. That's where you see Filipino street food. Beside Divisoria is Binondo where you can see old manila Philippines

[@noritacantal2801]

I love the background, its tagalog song...enjoy your exploring and take care always.❤❤

[@IISOFFICIAL]

Waw so Amazing in manila thanks For sharing

[@SammyandTommy]

Our pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@orlandobangayan8178]

Welcome to Philippines 👍🌹❤️🇵🇭

[@SammyandTommy]

Thank you!!

[@maeannperillo7653]

WOW! Second time in the PH. Thank you for visiting again. Your new subscriber here.👏🏻♥️

[@owzy55]

Love how you guys interact with the local people here in Manila. Keep it up and stay safe you guys. Much love from the PH.

[@MhaiLao21]

wow! I grew up in that Place :) the place is Hulo, Mandaluyong City and the river is Pasig River

[@paolot7899]

Welcome to the Philippines, happy 100k subscribers

[@eduardosamonte3015]

A new subscriber here and I’m in love with this blog

[@rayvillanueva4905]

Also I hope you have plans to stay in Luzon for a little longer. Here are some places to see Baguio ( summer capital of the Phillipines ) , Tagaytay , Banaue ( rice terraces ) , Vigan ( Spanish colonial ), Bicol Region for Mayon Volcano and Sorsogon for whale sharks. Enjoy !! I am Filipno Cdn raised here in Canada and will be heading down there as part of my retirement trip soon. Ibhave not been back since we emigrated back in the 70's.

[@SammyandTommy]

Thanks for all the suggestions! So excited for you to visit soon! Thanks for sharing 🤗

[@SajidSajiran]

If you are a mountaineer,, Visit to Samar island Eastern Visayas Philippines,,, Caving capital of the Philippines,,,

[@monneydayto672]

Thank you for visiting our country Philippines hope your enjoying their I’m base in the US but we love you guys ..

[@SammyandTommy]

Our pleasure! We love you too!

[@socmonsanto3302]

Thank you for visiting the Philippines and enjoying your stay.

[@wave1806]

Banaba cue is fried and caramelize in sugar The soup is called tinola Chicken saute in garlic onion & ginger ..whole pepper ,papaya & chilli leaves ...

[@eduardochavacano]

98% do not what is Banana Que. Be informed Banana is Roasted Banana that is why it is called a Q like Barbeque. Fried Bananas are called Rebusado.

[@willm3633]

​@eduardochavacano banana cue is caramelized with sugar and Fried in cooking oil; it is not roasted.

[@yourMARKIE143]

Cant wait for more videos😊❤

[@rosarioamerica6815]

Hello sammy and tommy welcome to the Philippines. Enjoy your exploring guys. Keep safe .

[@elie1612]

if you're from or been to florida, it's basically the same weather here in manila

[@thanmigtv8218]

hi Tommy and Sammy. Thank you for visiting our country, again. God Bless You both. More subs to come.

[@hernanbondoc817]

i love the content. very natural and relaxed. keet it up guys. stay safe and still be cautious, dont let your guard down. Enjoy.

[@ronaldaseoche6374]

I just watched your 3 vlogs in Manila and I really enjoyed them all.. you two are such a nice couple and I love how you interact with the locals, espcially the kids. If there's one thing I am proud of, it's my fellow kababaayans back home. Filipinos are very friendly, warm. and fun... thank you for highlighting those traits in your videos. Enjoy the rest of your stay there. You guys are awesome!

[@Jaycee643]

Omg I seriously didn't want this video to end 😊 more pls 😂

[@chimdaily8505]

Fresh content! Keep it up. Best local interaction.

[@biznessman3042]

From Morocco good luck for you bro and your beautiful family 🇲🇦❤🤝🏻🙋🏻‍♂️

[@paulkripke3423]

Seeing foreigners loving the Philippines, checking it out always