First time riding the MRT train in The Philippines - NOT WHAT I EXPECTED | Philippines Travel Vlog

Welcome back to another Philippines Travel Vlog! In this exciting video, come along with me as I ride the MRT train in the Philippines for the very first time! I had always heard so much about this popular mode of transportation in Manila and was eager to try it out for myself. However, my experience turned out to be even more incredible than I ever could have imagined.
Despite my initial expectations, riding the MRT was an exhilarating and unforgettable experience. From the bustling crowds on the platform to the fast-paced ride through the city, I was amazed by the energy and liveliness of the Philippines.
As I looked out the window of the train, I marveled at the vibrant colors and unique architecture of the city, taking in all of the sights and sounds around me. The experience was truly one-of-a-kind, and I'm so grateful to have had the chance to explore Manila in this way.
If you're planning a trip to the Philippines, be sure to check out this must-see attraction and experience the MRT for yourself. And don't forget to subscribe to my Philippines Travel Vlog for even more exciting adventures!
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[@Ella-vx5ix]

Manila improves alot been there in 2008 and i can say the changed ive seen in 2018 when i visit again impressed me. Even the city of Manila, so green and and its cleaner now.

[@ronnienestor]

Your friend is absolutely correct. Metro Manila is safe! I’ve been living here and I never experienced a crime! That’s a fact.

[@AM-reacts]

I like that Luis is presenting a lifestyle different from other vloggers with living in Philippines content. He goes to the wet market and will now use the MRT.

[@maryjaneocliasogabato88]

I like the way you handle your vlog very entertaining ... and I like the way you talk also not boring.

[@brianpurisima8992]

Some vloggers have done those already. So what Luis does here is no longer that “different”

[@eavm1209]

As far I can remember, the no-speaking rule was implemented during the height of pandemic to prevent from further spreading the virus. Glad you enjoyed your trip in the MRT. Hope you can also ride the LRT (both LRT 1 and 2). Stay safe always!

[@ralayug]

Glad that you finally discovered the MRT luis! It could save you a lot of time and money during your trips to the Smart Araneta Coliseum for pageant events at the Cubao station

[@inthenow6701]

Love to watch these kind of a day in a life vlogs of yours Luis! Fun to see you immersing yourself with the "Filipinoness". 🥰🥰🥰

[@oncetwice5499]

*It's been 17 years I missed my country thank you for this* 🙏🏼🥺

[@cherubim3460]

Wow Luis, you've finally experienced the lifestyle of being Pinoy. And it's more fun in the Philippines.

[@gfam5304]

Same, Luis! I had the same impression when I first rode the MRT when I was in the Philippines. I heard so many bad reviews about it before, so like you, I also had very low expectations and was on high alert on my way there. lol. But as I was entering the station and was riding the train, I never experienced any of the bad comments I heard from others. It was actually a very positive and fun experience. I think most of the negative comments are from people who rode the train many, many years ago. I think a lot of things have changed now and the station in general is actually really doing a good job at maintaining everything clean and organized compared to before. That's just from my own perspective and overall experience. Who knows, maybe it's different for those who really use the MRT every day. But I'm glad that, like me, you had a positive experience on your very first ride. I know people have different opinions, but at the end of the day, it's still very important to really be extra careful wherever you are and wherever you go. Keep doing what you're doing and fun in the Philippines, Luis! 🇵🇭🥂

[@ZeCabreira]

I enjoyed this trip with you. About Greenhills, it was actually where rich young people hang out in the 80's. I just have to say that because I heard you said 'cheap mall'. What's happening with Greenhills nowadays? More like this video please! God bless you!

[@09187059240]

Well greenhills is like an upscale divisoria. Muslim invaded that mall so most of the things you see there are fake or class A branded things thats why most items are cheap.

[@traveljunkie22]

Wow.. Talaga! 😃 Some MRT areas inPH is better than subway in Paris & Toronto. It's just humid in PH. Enjoy PH Luis 🤍

[@chitocucio4573]

What a refreshing take on the MRT. Indeed it is still the fastest, and cheapest way to go around the city, reason why it is popular among the working class. Let me warn you though that it can be pretty crowded on weekdays, especially during rush hour - with long lines of waiting just to buy ticket, go inside the station, and finally get a ride.

[@melantonio1180]

walking in the tunnel as of today is very safe there a lot of security camera in it and sometime there is a police man watching around the corner and very clean and so many artwork on the wall .

[@alroberts193]

I think the MRT Rule of "NO TALKING" is actually good. In New York Subway, you hear all kinds of crop inside the train from loud music with no regard from other passengers. You also hear someone singing loud or cursing & just about everything in this crazy city of New York. Here in San Francisco Ca. our Bay Area Rapid Transit (aka: BART) we have homeless people sleeping inside the train with their dirty shoes propped up on the train sits, which is totally disgusting. Where you at now, the train looks clean & even the station is clean.

[@DestinyScy]

The no speaking rule was introduced during the pandemic as extra precaution to prevent the virus from spreading. They kept it for a more peaceful ride. 😊

[@betheboss6979]

Thanks for this vlog, Luis. I guess most of those who warned you have not been in the city for quite some time. Thanks for updating us with the Metros Station situation.🥰

[@angelicashley]

MRT inside is clean and cool. There are types of trains in the Philippines: LRT, MRT, PNR and Subway. The MRT is a light train, that is why it looks this way because the train carries a total of hundred thousands of people everyday. PNR is a train that caters to few selected provinces, but it looks like a simple train. And still constructing trains going to further North of the country, however there was already a train operating before going to some provinces in the earlier years but the distant past administration closed it down. Subway is going to open in 2025 around Makati and to BGC, then would have stations around Metro and Airport. Try also the EDSA carousel buses, which is the one lane bus.

[@glitterstar4210]

that Filipino is correct, gone are the days when Manila was unsafe, it better now, things are a lot safer,,

[@ronnienestor]

True

[@Ella-vx5ix]

Yes it improves alot been there in 2008 and i can say the changed ive seen in 2018 when i visit again impressed me. Even the city of Manila, so green and and its cleaner now.

[@hisgreatness2]

Great video. I'm a Filipino living in Dallas and I could certainly say that Metro Manila's LRT + MRT lines are way advanced and commuter friendlier than here in Dallas. Also, the Metro line here only serves just a part of the whole DFW area unlike the LRT/MRT systems there. Super thanks for highlighting and trying out my country's metro rails. I enjoyed your blog so much! Cheers!

[@tranquilityisland]

Soon we can have in a tunnel in 2025 that will also pass in the NAIA airport. First ever subway in Phil. thats should be long time ago kudos to new admin. put impt. on infra.

[@menixxx1237]

If you want to experience a much more modern Rail Transit, try the LRT 2 line. Its really awesome to ride for the first time.

[@ainsleyfrastructurekpopmashups]

by December 2027, try to Experience Riding Both PNR-NSCR, and Metro Manila Subway, because this is the Deadline for the Full Completion, the Completion of PNR-NSCR Calamba to tutuban is Expected within 42-48 Months.

[@NanobanaKinako]

or to LRT 1 and wait for the Gen 4 trains. They are the most modern train in the country. LRT 1 right now, combines traditional and modern.

[@kimchiboitv1641]

Nice try bro! MRT is one of the reliable transportation here in the Philippines, indeed! I enjoyed watching the whole video, bro! Keep it up.💗

[@vlademirajarep8110]

Im from the province and everytime I go to Manila I always ride the MRT or LRT, it's a lot of fun actually.

[@rollyaguirre9400]

Enjoy in the Philippines as you explore Luis. I love really how you do your vlogging. Watching from 🇺🇸

[@Albinedbom]

Amazing! I also love it here in the Philippines, the people, the nature, the street food! EVERYTHING! Great video that Inspires small creators like me too keep on going!

[@Kyledrea2023]

Hello Luis. I am one of the thousands of Filipinos love and supportive of you all the way. I am always happy to see your vlogs.

[@marilousumo226]

Glad you like the MRT .. of course way cheaper snd faster no traffic

[@lorieshaw5632]

Awesome!! You had a good time taking MRT❤ How Cool Is That!!

[@mochibright4517]

I used to take the MRT back in 2000 and I loved it. It was so much better than taking a taxi

[@monstercrave615]

Wow! It's nice to see you Luis riding the MRT😊 so excited for your activities/adventures here in Metro Manila💗😍 hoe you also visit some of the famous beaches in the Philippines..take care!❤

[@theAnxiouschristian]

Great vlog featuring the MRT3! Smooth vids and transitions. No nonsense. keep it up! EDIT: You have to try the other lines as well. LRT lines 1 & 2. Line 2 is the more spacious and colder AC than the 1&3. The added Antipolo station gives off a countryside vibe. The one you just rode gives off city vibes. The LRT1 is the oldest of the 3 (and in ASEAN if I'm not mistaken - oldest metro rail line) and might be the most chaotic in my opinion.

[@edwinbarredo4484]

Your blog is getting BETTER.... That's Great and AWESOME....👍🏼👍🏼YOU'RE covering now Even our Social Life....

[@poltes5]

I always enjoy watvhing your vlogs. Next time try to ride the ferry boat to Manila, en route it will pass behind Malacanang Palace. It is a faster way to explore Chinatown area if you wish to check it out. Pasig river seems much improved nowadays and even the ferry boats are way better now compared to when I rode it over 29 years ago 😀

[@bernarddecloedt2315]

Good job, AMigo! I love the MRT too!! BEST and most cost efficient mode of transpo within the Metro! No to super expensive GRAB!!!

[@lemnikim7388]

Glad you had a nice experienced riding the MRT. I enjoyed this vlog.👍🏼❤️

[@terong0918]

OMG! That's me right there wearing blue shirt 11:43 😂😂😂 I actually took pictures of you, Luis, as soon as I realized it was you haha! I wanted to say HI but I was on the other side.Nahiya ako hahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@selena2530]

I'm so happy that you're able to discover one of the cheapest and fastest way of transpo. ❤❤❤

[@charlesedrianvelasco2948]

Banger video. The MRT experience is quite interesting for some. It's interesting to know difference between the metro here and in Canada. As for me, the whole MRT experience is more than I can describe. What do you think you like or dislike on the Philippines after this vlog?

[@aurorasarmiento4694]

Nice seeing you experience ours MRT Luis, enjoy and be safe always ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@imeldarose6068]

You can also try LRT and We are all excited for two (2) under construction Subway in Metro Manila.

[@yuureighost1063]

Ohhhh wowww Luis luv viewing ur video like this hahahaaaa so Happy for you while enjoying life in our country,admire you so much bro.very well adjusted person and kind ….Mabuhay po

[@NanobanaKinako]

The train is actually from Czech Republic, if you've seen Tatra trains there, you'll see that they every similar to our train. It is faster now since its operating speed is 60 km/h. I know this because this is the line I used to go to SM North from Ortigas. Also many Asian metros are a lot better than NYC Subway, even Jakarta MRT wins the comparison to New York Subway.

[@TJMichaelChannel]

I'm glad that you are enjoying the adventure of trying different public transportation in the metro. Most of the time MRT and LRT are crowded specially during pick Hours. Te Cuidado !

[@mylenebuck5131]

good job Luis another adventure in the Philippines. hope you get a million more subscribers

[@darlingdenez116]

Wow, so many improvements now, never try metro yet . Looks easy now to commute in Manila❤

[@onie262]

Thank you Luis for sharing your experience riding MRT in the Philippines. i appreciate it, all was new for me its been a long time i did not go back to the country. Love from PARIS💞💞💞

[@marc.6590]

Yeah you are so true.. MRT or LRT is much cheaper and less hustle.. if you want to go BCG .. there is a bus in Ayala station going there

[@LegartoVlog7113]

Wow nice amazing day idol that your here in my country Philippines enjoy your vacation, your avid followers here in Philippines 🇵🇭 CEBU

[@avelinapenetrante7871]

Good experienced for you Luis . Enjoy!

[@wakiidude]

Happy for you Luis you are enjoying riding MRT . 👍🇨🇦

[@alexdelossantos8330]

Just have fun and enjoy the moments. Good luck!

[@bedelitoidjao8019]

Nice 1 luis, my boy!

[@titadimakiling459]

Lovely ride! I wish I could ride the MRT as well, soon. I'm watching from HK. 😍

[@bobbdeleon]

Proud of you!! Good Job..

[@HardsoulBrother]

Nice vdo luis new power for your channel. Good luck!

[@flightforge30]

thats a new experience for you..glad that you took the MRT

[@marisaosborn5871]

Yay! Amazing rides💖

[@maikerumaslog3686]

Hello Luis hope to bump elbow with you soon here in Manila.. I am a big fan! mwaaaahh!

[@zermancamero2ndofficialytu711]

Try coming back in metro manila in the Philippines around the year 2029 when other rail systems got completed such as METRO MANILA SUBWAY(underground mrt in metro manila equipped with full height platform screen doors), NORTH-SOUTH COMMUTER RAIL(connects between Laguna, Philippines to New Clark City, Philippines equipped with half-height platform screen doors), and MRT-7

[@kristineong]

See! I told you Luis, 👍it's easier and fast commute 😉 but just be careful with your bag specially during rush hour.. be extra attentive. bec. they dont have CCTV inside the train. I lost my iphone inside the MRT train (pick pocket) (well, this happens anywhere in the World.. whenever it's crowded) but other than that.. just enjoy the ride.

[@eugener.910]

Filipinos loves you. Some probably recognized you but shy to approach you to say hi. Filipino culture is still have that in our hearts.🙂🤭🤔💐

[@jayd4926]

Wow nice experience! the mrt ticket kuya is so cute! 😁😊

[@hellosunshineYT]

It actually reminds me of the Skytrain in Metro Vancouver. I like the "no talking" inside the MRT. 😀

[@moalipala4030]

Love watching your channel!...❤

[@espiyaako]

They are currently building two more lines, one is along commonwealth avenue going to north edsa central station from bulacan and the other one is the first subway station from mindanao ave in quezon city to NAIA. I hoope the plan for a monorail also will be implemented which goes from BGC to NAIA. And the Airport Express from Clark Airport in Pampanga to NAIA.

[@MyClinton123]

Keep safe always Luis especially in Metro Manila. Hope you can visit the Visayas and Mindanao soon. Especially Cebu City. It's the oldest city of the Philippines. You'll enjoy alot of tourist attractions there.

[@ronnienestor]

Metro Manila is safe. Crime rate in 2022 vs 2021 is down by 30%. In fact, the Eastern district reported 80% drop in crime. Are you from Cebu? Don’t be a pinoy crab.

[@MyClinton123]

@@ronnienestor I'm not a crab and I know for a fact that crime rates are down especially during Duterte's term but c'mon don't deny what happens in Manila sometimes.

[@MyClinton123]

@@ronnienestor by the way I'm not from Cebu

[@ronnienestor]

@@MyClinton123 Oh sorry for the use of word. Thanks for the clarification. Even after Duterte, crime is still going down. In fact, there are places in Metro Manila with zero crime reported in a day.

[@mariegracesumbrado300]

Well done! Were glad u like the mrt trip hhh

[@byron2007]

I'm happy you're enjoying Pinas.

[@krissydane]

I always use that elevated walkway going to Makati Med from the Ayala MRT station. 😊 and way to go Luis, for experiencing commuting with the train.. 😁

[@sweetijoan6840]

I just miss my country sad to day I need to work abroad. Keep it up and always be humble ❤️

[@klspRock]

Hi Luis, I hope you're enjoying your stay here in the Philippines so far. I hope you can also try shopping in the ever famous divisoria. And if you still have time, i hope you can also explore other places here in the country.

[@vonfistenberg]

Luis have fun and hopefully you can get a chance to visit Iloilo with me soon. And Baguio City. I live here in Baguio fresh air and cool weather.

[@futureaccountant9930]

Wow naol. Luise😍

[@danielito3766]

So fun !

[@suhugo9546]

Here for Luis! ❤❤❤

[@ellaine157]

OMG! I am near in Green Hills 🥰✨ you should capture the big Dunkin’ Donuts billboard of SB19 while riding the MRT before I always saw that billboard though I am not sure if it’s still there? 😅

[@rusellemarcelino2549]

Welcome Luis enjoy your vacation god bless you always!

[@cherubim3460]

Yes Luis, better take the train. OMG, they might have recognized you....

[@daniii_1018]

More travel Louis🥰Visit also our place here in Baguio and Mt.Pulag🌲🌲🌲

[@thelmaagondez6860]

Enjoy your stay in the Philippines guys...

[@sion1196]

I love you taking MRT . I am watching here In Montreal

[@samy-channel3058]

SLMT for exploring Philippines💙

[@patrickjamesdeleon4395]

Luis, come here to Albay and explore the Mayon Volcano you can try the Bus around 1 day, or via airplane and the airport here in Albay it's very scenic view background of Mayon Volcano.

[@sofiasee4423]

Have fun enjoying our country

[@andoylanggid]

The only thing you have to be careful of is not losing your HEART. Careful Luis. Pinoys are the easiest people to be in love with.

[@Ilaya593]

Wow! Getting out of your comfort zone of Makati/BGC to ride the MRT, huh? But to really experience what average Filipinos go through during their long commutes, challenge yourself (and your friend) to go during rush hours and further out (e.g., Claro M. Recto, Quiapo, Divisoria, etc.). The notorious snatchers you mentioned are usually not in Makati, you need to go to the places I listed above. The stations there are much older and who knows, you might encounter Mr. S.N. Atcher. Hahaha! :) Anyways, MRT stations themselves are generally safe because of all the security. You should also try the LRT. I believe the Manila LRT system is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. Ironically, it's more spacious that the MRT you rode. After a lot of improvement, the LRT (Line 2 trains are made in South Korea) is also a more superior product than those old and rickety blue-and-white trains (they are made in China ... groan) trains that you rode. Stay safe and God bless, Luis!! With love from Taipei, Taiwan!!

[@alabamprieto952]

having fun so far Luis? Maybe you can explore ourside the metro next time

[@User5260jo]

I'm jealous, Luis! I have never taken the MRT. When we pass by Manila, we're always in a hurry, that's why. Have fun! Next time na lang kami.😊

[@arniehere]

enjoyed this vlog

[@pauliejojo8241]

You must be blushing . That counter ticket Boy is so handsome .

[@ragsacperlas3217]

Hi Luis l don’t know you are in the Philippines Have a good time there I hope you like my country --ENJOY

[@mareginsantos860]

Enjoy and be safe ❤️❤️❤️

[@jk.random]

When you guys were talking about being careful in Manila. At 2:30 of your video that’s the right spot where I lost my iPhone 7 back in 2017, it got snatched from my pocket. I can’t believe it, of all the places, i was expecting Makati is kinda safe from pick pockets but i was wrong. So please be careful . Haha

[@herminiabaldisimo4651]

Be careful..have fun

[@arlynvelasco6873]

Luis when are you going to other province like Aklan,Boracay..it’s nice to see you riding our MRT..good experience..😍🤗

[@tonychocolony2246]

Your amazing love from Amsterdam

[@jenpaci]

Grabe namn Luis yung tunnel with dirty rats! Hahaha! Emjoy your PH journey!

[@darlingdenez116]

Just be careful when taking metro, good luck❤

[@JosephOccenoBFH]

It's similar to the Chicago lines, sometimes above, sometimes below .. 🚂🚃

[@gemmalynabad6542]

Wow!!!