Foreigner Dumps Dumaguete For This Amazing City. Philippines

Welcome to "That Philippines Life" - Foreigner Dumps Dumaguete For This Amazing City. Philippines, could Roxas City Capiz be the next best place for expats to retire int he Philippines, Tom might just agree to that! He lived in Dumaguete for the past year but recently moved to Roxas City and instantly fell in love, this weekend is also the Capistahan Festival including the unlimited seafood feast.
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[@tomhunter2623]

Michael I so enjoyed your tour of my New Home city Roxas. The people here are just so wonderful. But just like any city if you treat people with dignity and respect and have manners the people will embrace you. But I just find this city much different than where I lived before. Much more friendly and so easy to make friends. Not many foreigners but that is ok have many Filipino friends. Rentals can only compare with Dumaguete. I had a two bedroom apartment in Duma and I now have a two bedroom apartment here in Roxas. My place is bigger and my rent is less than what I paid in Dumaguete. Also I can walk out my door and walk about 4 minutes and I am on the beach. Life is good. Keep up the great videos and thanks for showing my new home Roxas City. To me it’s paradise , just a wonderful city to live in.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Oh you got the place? Awesome Tom!

[@marianeil6630]

Hello, Tom, who is your contact person in your new place in Roxas City?? How did you rented that place thru FB marketplace?? Thank you.

[@tomhunter2623]

@@marianeil6630 Hi I did not use any type of social media. I move to Suito Uno condo on a month to month lease. I figured out location in Roxas City and Chose BayBay beach area. I made many friends from the beach area. All my leads were from friend. They knew someone who had a rental . I must have look at 6 to 7 places till I made my decision. That was my process I hope this helps you. Let me know if I can be of any help.

[@gemmaleandado]

That's good sir you found a good place to retired I've been there few months ago and I like it too

[@gemmaleandado]

Go to museum at the center of the city

[@masterkingkoy796]

You could be the next kulas of the Philippines like “becoming a filipino” coz you’re supporting tourism in our country.

[@Nighthawk2211]

Roxas is really a serious contender to Iloilo city. Actually, the whole island of Panay is so full of good choices. Great guest!

[@MikeO8585]

I met a girl online from Panay island and she is a gem, just sweet in every way.

[@lapitohaya]

Roxas city is nowhere near iloilo city

[@CavalrySecurity]

Just goes to show you how the local government can make a city nice or not. Dumaguete is a 2nd class city and Roxas a third, but Roxas seems nicer even with smaller city income.

[@canadianguy37]

Another great video showcasing a beautiful city. Thank you Michael

[@user-kk7fq8nb7m]

Roxas City is the seafood capital of the Philippines...enjoy the different delicious n fresh seafoods

[@randellt]

Capiz Seafood House is amazing as well.. Right there by the fountain.. Oysters..seafood. Thanks Michael for bringing Roxas to headline

[@PR-ic3cu]

So beautiful, I can't wait, am going end of September, fellow Canadian here

[@howardeverett7756]

My wife and I visited Iloilo on your recommendation. Obviously we love it because we soon moved over from Cebu. Now I feel like when we go up to visit you in Roxas we will just wind up moving again. Can’t wait to see your new city 🎉🎉

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Haha 😂😂😂 sorry about that but seriously you will love Iloilo

[@charlesetienne6037]

I like how you show the cities and towns. I am happy with this as I want to know about these kind of scenes and things to do in the Philippines. I live in Seychelles, sea, beaches, waterfalls, marine lives I am used too have no interest. I want to see the conviences, festivals, activities, medical and all good facilities that will make my life comfortable and enjoyable to live there at least six months of the year. The reason I choose the Philippines is that there are lots of things similar to my country just it is on a bigger scale and the people there are more friendly. Most importantly it is like 10 times cheaper than Seychelles. Seychelles is rank among the top 10 most expensive country to live

[@user-nx9dp5ih5z]

I just LOVE Dumaguete. Would never move and I've been here eight years straight. At the opening of the film on Roxas I heard the phrases "brutal traffic", "you wouldn't believe how much construction is going on here", crowds etc -- well that put me off. I am sure it's a great place - but didnt appreciate the interviewee dissing Duma and Mike happily agreeing. There aren't too many foreigners in Duma at all! There is no 'problem.' It's just fabulous, fabulous - as Mike himself said when he was here. People are totally friendly, beaches are tremendous, restaurants great and getting better all the time. The city is really going from strength to strength. I am proud of the city of gentle people Wonderful. Each to their own, I say. But I'm staying put! lol.

[@bobwilson5041]

Well said,and i agree,here 6.5 yrs!!!

[@119jle]

I’ve been to every city and province and dumaguete doesn’t make my top 100 you need to explore

[@markalfonsol.azaola4320]

Hey Michael! I’m one of the guys who met you while walking a few nights ago. I didn’t know you were this popular. 😂 Hope to see you again

[@susanlazenby210]

I watch your videos without fail, I enjoy all of them. Again, I extend my deep appreciation for your humble presentation of my fellow country men, our culture and tradition, each town and city's features and provide significant details of expenses and cost of housing of places you have visited. Being here in the US for the last 48 years and have not visited majority of the places you have been, you have given me the opportunity to experience the fun and happiness just from watching what you have continuously been sharing through your videos. Thank you❤

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Hopefully you'll be back here soon?

[@susanlazenby210]

@@ThatPhilippinesLife I have started receiving my social security benefits this year. I’m in the process of selling my house here in Texas and definitely will be back in the Philippines next year for retirement. Your videos are absolutely so informative and entertaining. Thank you for respecting and appreciating our way of living which are so evident in all your videos.👍🥰‼️‼️‼️

[@SlowlyMotivate]

Nice man, you added a new place for me to check out!

[@MikeO8585]

I love your energy, you make everyone cheer and smile

[@kalog0220]

What a festive start ! Awesome friendly people all over.

[@bayareatanders]

Roxas City theSeafood Capital of the Philippines.

[@drewnc6196]

I just love all the cool places you show. Thank you!

[@TRICK-OR-TREAT236]

MY FILIPINA G.F. IS FROM ROXAS BUT SHE IS WORKING IN HONG KONG. SHE WILL BE RETURNING HOME FOR A 3 WEEK VACATION TO VISIT HER FAMILY IN JUNE.

[@christiananderson2816]

keep up the great videos u are putting up on here love them all

[@ediseu6693]

I found out Capiz has the best and cheapest seafood 😊

[@MelveraDeslate]

Hi Michael am from Roxas City but now in South Africa, my relatives are staying at Boulevard across the airport. I enjoy watching your blogs. Enjoy Roxas City

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you

[@ZhanMiyong]

Another entertaining vlogs from you Mike 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@uliboyl564]

I like the attention to d smallest details..it was funny when u noticed the white horse statue with the general sittin on it😂😂more vlogs pleaseee ..luv it sooh much ..🙏❤

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

Stunning place!❤❤❤ Soo Cozy!!

[@madchick70]

Bummer 😉! From Valencia here but living in the US.

[@angietiu6184]

Filipinos are very friendly & willing to share i just hope we dont take advantage of. Foreigners love to live in the Philippine due to low cost of living…

[@frankkie3849]

Nicely done,thanks for sharing..

[@covidity114]

Dumaguete is a mess. I instantly found it to be crowded and dysfunctional in 2018. I'm sure it's a nightmare now. ^^^ This looks great!

[@philipjosephvanpeel5950]

What you call crowded and dysfunctional, others would call lively and vibrant. Also it's a university town, so lots of educated people and more culture

[@HardRockinJohnny]

This place looks fantastic!

[@glencunnington]

Great video Micheal! Sitting here in Houston Texas on Sunday afternoon enjoying this post. Well done!!

[@raymondcox3585]

I think if people from western countries use manners that would go along way to getting on with people from Asia countries, Our Grandparents taught us manners . Alot of the younger generation dont know about manners, Do a google search what good manners are if interested in getting along better with people.

[@user-dv6nz3oc8o]

I was at this place in 2015 July with my than friend with her family ,nice place ,I was also at Roman catholic church ,on top of it there are 2 10000 kilos bras bells under those bells each sides can stand than take picture too ,during 2 ND world War those 2 bells government used to ring bells to people to hide in their homes from Japanese planes bombings ,bells are top of the church building to go up need to climb 183 stiff steps

[@JoeSteffe]

Wow really good vedic . With Rob and Chrissy

[@junlab2612]

we're filipinos living in central negros island, our family members can speak both hiligaynon and cebuano fluently. After our three kids graduated their senior highschool in Bacolod, they choosed dumaguete to study for college than in bacolod or Iloilo. Me and my wife prefer Iloilo but it's our kid's choice to be in dumaguete because of the dialect stereotype.

[@user-si8kt3ue4n]

looks really nice there mate been to iligan bataan pampanga paranaque cagayan de oro think i will have a trip out there looks amazing mate

[@jmfarrell5]

Great video… you showed the best area. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@howardvillaruel287]

I watch all your shows during the day while I work at home. Love the content! from Montreal - Quebec

[@kabiebebe2332]

The reason Mike back is goodlooking Clerk at Roxas office 😂😂😂

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Hahah which one..there are so many that fit this description

[@lisawilton8751]

Hoping to get back to Roxas City soon. Love it there ❤

[@lenwallington513]

Hi bud really like Roxas city I’m from Calgary Alberta married to a Filipino woman retiring soon looking a place to invest,when I get there would to hook up with you,sounds like you have connections.cheers 🍻

[@epi_diet023]

Hi Michael watching here.I have noticed that you looked so comfortable and fresh. You love the life in the Philippines huh.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Yea, perfect year round weather, friendly kind people everywhere, what's not to love :)

[@raymondcox3585]

Sports complex iloilo has track and field i think. Address Iloilo Sports Complex, Magsaysay Village, Lapaz, Iloilo City, Philippines

[@blackgrandpa7652]

Shout out from Brampton ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@marccolomayt82094]

Beautiful vlog and province!❤❤

[@hugobenoit4498]

Thank you so much for posting this video! Very informative.... I have plans on going to Panay Island the end of September and this is very helpful. Keep up the good work

[@josephhesselink6358]

Hey Michael great blogs and your right dish tv has a KZbin in the line up thank you

[@1machoguerrereo508]

Thanks Mike 👍 ❤

[@mariopereira4190]

Love you videos

[@Papadong2.0]

Hello can I Suggest that you can go to BASIAO Ivisan, Capiz My beautiful place you can find a white sand .

[@Plant_Traced]

That sign didn’t say Margaritas🍹…but Maragtas 😂

[@bethovenestudillo6517]

The kick ball you see is our national sports called sipa takraw it's a rattan ball.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I forgot the name thank you, 😁

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

Newest Subscriber from the Philippines!!❤❤❤

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you!

[@wintersojourn9356]

Rewatching & Wesley & Joy’s family is so lovely, esp Dani - whatta happy & confident little girl! Malcolm wearing a shirt featuring USA flag; maybe he will be visiting or schooling with us here in US someday? Uni? Or maybe he just wishes a particular vacay like California or Colorado or NYC? He resembles his Mama so much but I do see a bit of Dad too. Wesley IS a good cameraman; & lastly, i had to rewind to catch his runner’s quad stretch! 😀😆He needs to stretch to keep up with Dani! Really nice plaza, great idea with the athletic theme but still very stylish; great mural.

[@frankcentofanti9317]

Roxas City is on my list

[@amaliahightower]

Wow that Festival runs for a month…amazing! Really appreciate you promoting Roxas City and the 🇵🇭. Thanks for your never ending hard work and dedication. Do you have a rest day? Maybe you should check out the Pahiyas Festival of Lucban, Quezon on May 15. The town of Lucban, celebrates one of the country’s biggest, and most colorful harvest festivals. Always take care 🙏

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Thank you and yes sometimes I take a day off

[@rossmeade1652]

Heading to cebu from 23 may to 18 June just to explore and test the Philippines. Any suggestions of places to go or things to do?

[@makiavelli6101]

From the port in Cebu you can take a two hour fast ferry to Tagbilaran, Bohol and then a taxi to the Alona Beach area on Panglao. Or stay on Bohol for a few days, rent a scooter and take a day trip to the Chocolate Hills and stop at the Tarsier Monkey Sanctuary on the was to the Hills. And there is also a nice lunch/dinner boats on the Lompoc river on Bohol...which happens to be on the way to the other two locations. From there you can take a fast ferry to Dumaguete in about two hours...and then from there you could go to Siquijor, maybe stay in San Juan on that island, rent another scooter and hang out there for a few days. Coral Cay is decent in San Juan and on the water. Going south of Dumaguete to Dauin or Bacong is a short distance away on a scooter also.... Just some ideas to get you started.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Still my most memorable thing is swimming with he whale sharks in Oslo Cebu, close second is Kawasan falls near Moalboal Cebu

[@venussandiego8425]

Same!

[@angietiu6184]

Hospitals in provinces are low rise for the simple reason to let wind circulate well, that the buildings wont block the wind for regular houses.

[@metaphy]

Awesome 😊

[@mattclark6482]

One great thing I'm seeing is you can legitimately own a car on Roxas City. I get the moped island life dream thing, but we American's are spoiled with our cars

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

True!

[@zeichen95]

11:44 the same monument in Plaza Libertad, Iloilo City.

[@edgarwangsmo6]

❤

[@georgemolato1532]

Glad you mix your halo halo.

[@macalaban2405]

I wish im there again in Roxas so ill have that ice cream too

[@ronlafleur4246]

Michael info on condos, grocery stores, etc... Not just the beach.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I have made so many videos from Roxas on condos, properties, malls in December and January. Check them out

[@salvadorjardeleza4447]

Big 3 cities of Ilonggo in Visayas are Iloilo City Bacolod City Roxas city. Big 3 City of Ilonggo in Mindanao are Koronadal City General Santos City Tacurong city. But note: Ilonggo area in Negros Occdental has 14 cities but Bacolod is the mos progressive

[@itswanderlala]

Wow, this is a perfect spot for the besch lovers. What is the name of the hotel? I would love to visit this. Thanks for sharing this. This is another amazing vlog.

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

I'm staying Sitio Uno, also Like Hotel Veronica and Islands Hotel I have stayed at all those

[@garystrain2788]

Don't see many vlogger there

[@CheapButNotEasy]

What an interesting looking place!. It looks like there are a lot of rivers and or estuaries. I have lots of questions; are the estuaries mostly mangrove? how are the mosquitoes in the city compared to other places, since there is always slow water around? The city looks to be spreading out between the waterways, what sort of development is happening? On and on. Thanks for the interview and looking into the other Visayan islands.

[@davidscott820]

"My husband loves you" That cracked us up here.😂😂😂😂😂😂 Seriously, how much for a ticket to get into that basketball court for all you can eat seafoods?

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

P799 I believe, Maybe see you the 26th

[@markhetherington6964]

@That Philippines Life 🇵🇭 Michael I watch you on my telly, coz its so much better haha..😅😅

[@richardunica3542]

Only one problem when it rain for a wk its really flooded in phil.

[@Siopaoko]

Even New York, Sydney, Bangkok and Dubai got flooded. Switzerland too by the way. Don't you have internet? Lol

[@doyouseeafloatingsandwich4301]

funny watching this since i grew up in dumaguete but my dad's side is apparently from roxas hahha

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Wow you are pulled in both directions then

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Very helpful video! Are there many foreigners there, or is this city still relatively unknown to tourists and expats?

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Of course some but not that many compared to any other city I've been to (for now lol)

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

@@ThatPhilippinesLife I may check it out also... but I prefer the areas that don't have too many tourist. Thanks for the idea!

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

@@travelescapesOFFICIAL I have watched many of your videos we both indeed like the less known places

[@jenniferinocencio8945]

​@@travelescapesOFFICIALmost tourists in Roxas City are the same locals who've been living or working abroad or coming from Manila (just like me). It is very common in Capiz that in every family, if not all have a parent or a relative or kin or a friend that don't have connections or a dollar that comes in there. That's why it is very common too that a lot of properties that you see there are either being taken care of by someone else, and just go home for a vacation. Just like me, it is a get away from it all, it is our little paradise. And we take pride that most still know each other. And still as pristine and peaceful as it is. Capizenos are still kind and happy. Progress is inevitable and it is just so heartwarming that the very culture where we were raised is still very evident. Once again thank you Mike for showcasing our home province in your videos. God bless you!

[@randyfocht737]

Please mic your guest. I must crank up my volume to hear him, which makes you overly loud.

[@ryno6101]

Are there any race tracks like drag race or stock car ?

[@compassionatekitchiekim]

Nice!👍🤗♥️

[@Bucketlist-Traveler]

Wow, this Roxas City is nice Mike. How are the lower rentals vs quality to Dumaguete?🤔 Airport access?

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Airport is 2km from Sm Mall and the beach. Rents are lower but of course they don't have the advantage of having thousands of expats arriving every year for many years to create a huge supply

[@Midwest10]

I spent one night in Duma. Sucked. Never again.

[@nicklanger9600]

Nice

[@kenpoed]

Michael, you know you've made it when people approach you on the street and say "your Michael" Lol Your becoming a local or national personality there in the Philippines.

[@pukavoket]

"Margaritas", more like "Maragtas"! :)

[@MrTomherzog]

You're right about Dumaguete. I was there for the month of January and as an American I was treated mostly very poorly by virtually everyone I ran into from my hotel front desk clerk to the waitresses and baristas. A few service workers, once they realized I tipped well, grudgingly were at least minimally nice to me. I don't know what sort of tarnished legacy other Americans and or Westerners had brought with themselves before I got there. But I certainly felt the hostility and resentment. I'm never going back. Who needs that.

[@philipjosephvanpeel5950]

Learn the local language and dress properly. Not dressing properly is disrespectful to the locals so you can't expect respect in return. Many foreigners in Dumaguete are bums and alcoholics. By not looking like them, or engaging in culture bashing, you have a better chance. Been living here 30 years and not moving. Not saying it's the best place to live but definitely not the worst.

[@acaciomadeira5147]

Wow i whant to go there 799 pesos for all the seafood you can eat. IM TOTALY IN BROTHER

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

See you the 26th then

[@Ron58ism]

Michael, I will be arriving In Dumaguete on 6/20/24 and Roxas looks like a place I would like. Are there any particular Hotels downtown where I can walk wherever I need to go until I find something more permanent?

[@WalterPetrovic]

Is there any particular place in the PH that you regard as your home base? What is your choice for a PH place to live if a person is looking at retiring? It is now June 11, 2024 - for your reference.

[@dennisgonya4500]

Have you talked to Paul old dog?

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Not yet no I was go,go,go on my schedule when I was in Duma so I didn't get the chance

[@Smart_Lens]

New subscriber here!😊

[@davidk467]

Construction and your videos will help make this the new duma lol enjoy

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

Any idea how rents are here? I may have missed it is a previous video. An hour flight from Manila. Not bad

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

Great prices here, I have friends staying in new studio condos for P10k as an example

[@lornapecaoco6468]

No Skip adds from me🎉🎉🎉🎉😂😂

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

❤️❤️

[@fortuneybiernas5778]

That kickball you said is Sepak Takraw

[@marisaclavelinabuentipo4009]

Visit also batanes

[@MikeWood-yc1er]

41k going to 100k

[@ThatPhilippinesLife]

🤞

[@cymaoczon4845]

👍👍👍

[@119jle]

Low income bloggers ruined Dumaguete and San Carlos with their drama.

[@frankcentofanti9317]

I'm looking forward to traveling solo not interested in finding someone right away making friends is priority, not interested in being a bank to someone.

[@frankploener8780]

Hi, what Province is this Roxas City located? I lived in Dumaguete for two years when I was a Peace Corps Volunteer and I traveled all over the country. I lived in Mandaue, Cebu for a short time as well. Thanks, Frank 14:25 4/28/24

[@floridaaguada4216]

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[@J-Tyson558]

33:25 Someone uttered "what the f*ck!" 🤣🤣🤣