Continued Discussion - Are Filipinas Just NOT Interested In Foreigners Anymore?

[@123sabong]

“Stop trying to understand women. Women understand women and they hate each other.” - Al Bundy

[@dennisb7930]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@MyLifeThai371]

It is true. They view each other as competition in the office. They would rather be the only woman in the office surrounded by a bunch of men.

[@bigdave5946]

Classic 🤣

[@WatchingyouWatchingme-p5s]

​@@MyLifeThai371I highly doubt the women in the workplace are at odds because of men, it's more like they fight for higher positions and may have to "compromise" for those positions and the women who aren't like that are bumping heads with women who do. Let's stop making things up to stroke egos buddy

[@justforkndoit]

Everything you said about the filipinas going online to collect money from foreigners is absolutely 100% true. Most of the time they're not even interested if you are genuinely coming over or not. I have noticed the difference on dating sites over the last three years, it's a different game now.

[@Coffewithsteve]

It's not a scam if you give the money

[@daddylogan]

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[@wanderingdoc5075]

Never had even one filipina ask me for 50 pesos. And I've met and dated a bunch online and in person. Ever time I see one of these comments I'm confused and it sounds like a troll. Filipinas I've observed have been some of the most humble and hardworking women on the planet. They have pride and shame. Even the poorest ones would refuse when I want to give them 300 pesos to cover their bus ride home. Makes me realized it's the foreign MEN who are doing something wrong.

[@lmcc0072]

My girlfriend and I live in California. Years ago her Lola’s caretaker was caught messaging/chatting/Skypeing/FaceTiming multiple men while she was supposed to be taking care of Lola. Not only that, but she is married too. As my girlfriend and her sisters were paying for her, I recommended to my girlfriend that they fire her because I felt that she couldn’t be trusted. If she was doing this right in front of them, what else was she doing when they weren’t there? They didn’t fire her right away, but they did a couple of weeks later after she did something else.

[@DJ33970]

Yup, a couple years back I decided to try online dating, I talked to 6 - 7 different Filipina's and all of them except for 1 asked me for money and the one that didn't told me she loved me the 2nd day of talking to her, massive red flags, I haven't spoken to any Filipina's online since lol

[@libertos9960]

Kind of sad that Gio has to state obvious grooming tips to many older men, since they should know better at this stage of their life. "Common sense is not so common."

[@johntaylor4817]

So true. Although I think the expat sloths we see everywhere have given up on seeking a pretty Filipina. They just sit in bars drinking their beers and bitching about life.

[@brent2438]

There are approx 4500 expats in the Dumaguete area. If each one of them has dated 3, 5, 10, or 20 Filipinas, it will ruin the dating pool. I have no interest in dating a Filipina that may have been jaded by multiple other foreigners.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

True, best thing to do is go across to Dipolog to meet a nice girl.

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

Facts brah 💯 I hate to say it but thirsty expats is messing things up Gio is Right Dipolog is a game changer for dating.

[@alals6794]

But that is only 90,000 pinays....is Dumaguete that small a town? haha

[@Paul-yk7ds]

@@alals6794 Yes Dumaguete is small. From Wikipedia: "According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 134,103 people." Cebu and Manila are a different story, much larger. But even then, the foreigners tend to stay in specific small areas that Gio mentioned (Cebu IT Park, Cebu Business Park, BGC, Makati), and they tend to use the same dating apps... So all those foreigners in Cebu and Manila are really only interacting with the same small pool of Filipinas who are in those areas or using those apps, so it's kinda like a small town population, even though it's within a big city.

[@davidttower]

Any guy that send money 💰 without meeting the girl, is a complete SIMP😂

[@mitch1161]

💯 %

[@keith4826]

aka…. A fool

[@terryhatfield4253]

Yes, but you also have SIMPS who visit the Philippines and a couple weeks romantic adventure then goes home back to his Country thinking he met the love of his life. Continues to send her money for years on end, thinking this is the one, while she is seeing regular rotations of different guys.

[@wanderingdoc5075]

Any guy who send money 💰 after meeting and sleeping with a girl is also a SIMP Considering there is no reason to do so, since the girl will still treat you like a king A woman has ZERO respect for any man who gives them money. FACT

[@roosterbooster3265]

@@terryhatfield4253 and it becomes their profession too in far too many cases. A huge reason to ditch social media altogether.

[@perryhenrickson7750]

I will never go online to find a woman! Just not going to do that. When I land there and get a feel for the place after a bit then maybe look at dating.

[@labounti]

Thats way easy if you plan on staying there for more than 2 weeks. For a 2 week trip, its best to meet someone WAY before you meet. I met a girl there and connected so fast I didn't want to leave... VS meeting someone online, waiting months to meet only to be disappointed and wanting to go home too soon. I had both of those. But in person meeting is more engaging and better.

[@gailmaplesden7380]

I had said before that a lot of younger guys are visiting the philippines. I was up in San Fernando La union this weekend, and there were a lot of foreign people, both men and women, even couples, which I would never bring candy to a candy store. The younger Filipinas obviously would prefer a younger man, but they are finding out that they are just like the Filipinos financially and aren't stable in their own life. Expats have the advantage that most are not going anywhere unless they pass away. Many of the bar girls come from the provinces, and when covid hit, they went home and stayed. So province girls may not be as innocent as you may think. Don't come to the philippines for a woman, come for yourself and the many other benefits that the country has to offer, and then if you want, find someone to share your life.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I agree with that.

[@pixperformance21]

Majority of these "digital nomads" are just backpackers or an algorithm change away from their whole business model crumbling.

[@YouDcm]

I think filipinas that prefer a younger guy also my do so because the younger ones are dumber and more likely to wife her up and bring her back to his country. Older men know better.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

Province girls can be great, or they can be promiscuous women who will spend/steal your money like water. I have heard many horror stories about them. But on the other hand, the upscale and educated province girls tends to be a good catch.

[@adobocity_philippines]

I agree. I was just in Bohol last week and my co-worker/friend went along with me. He’s a 32yo white guy. He met 5 women in 10 days. Not at a bar or a dating site but just randomly. Some are from good friend’s friend or their family member. These 5 women were college educated and comes from a middle/upper class families. My friend is young, so it was ok. Now, if he was at least mid 50’s and over, there is No Way.. Not a woman from the middle/upper class. So yeah, the competition’s there now.🤣

[@alals6794]

Ok but in your 30's you dont' need Philippines.... I was dating 19yo California, USA chicks when I was 35yo, even ended up marrying one. haha

[@JB-dk8zc]

If you're 50 and look 30s it's a game changer. Trust me. I'm broke.😂

[@frankwilson-b8r]

I have been watching and enjoying your videos for awhile. I first came to the Philippines in early 2002, and jumped through all the COVID hoops just to put 'boots on the ground. I moved to Bataan Province in Dec. 2022. I will have to say that in the short period of time, until now, things have drastically changed as far as social interactions. I will happily back up some of your observations to wit: 1. Keep your expectations realistic. If you are the 60+ guy looking for the hot 20-something hot Filipina, be prepared to keep your wallet open. 2. Don't dress like a slob. Filipino men and women are for the most part well groomed. They may not always have the best, but they wear the best they have. Shave and get a haircut! 3. Don't be an impatient, arrogant d**k. Smile. Be nice, and above all patient. Filipinos are amazing people. Be an amazing person too.

[@mountainman3088]

In an LDr with a woman north off you in Canlaon city.. 2 years now working on going there. thanks for the videos...John W.

[@hans4me2]

Excellent video. I was living proof in your previous video that age gap shouldn't be a big problem. We're 32 years difference with Angelica, and she's really not looking at younger guys )) But I also take good care of her. Not really in a financial way.

[@Panda-gu9wz]

I went to Cebu a few months ago but it was rather a disappointed trip. I am in good shape and look young at my age. I did see many young foreign guys wondering around in malls obviously looking for dates. Some KZbinrs paint rosy pictures of Philippines to attract viewers😮

[@alals6794]

It's best to go on a dating app before you get there, say 1 month before arrival, and line up 20 pinays as potential dates when you arrive. Ok, 20 is an arbitrary number but as many as you can handle. haha

[@skyboom16]

​@@alals6794mostly you'll get are the poverish ones and the NOT type of standard from that of a filipino guy, the way way way prettier ones work in banks and offices and 100% won't even settle for a foreign guy and already have native families of their own

[@thomasedison2007]

i travelled philippines for 40 years. the difference is social media and dating is definitely harder. females, even in isolated areas, are messaging foreigners on a regular basis online. never happened in past. as an older man, i am no longer treated as a celebrity.

[@Scamander1417]

Go to Roxas City, Capiz in Panay island instead. It's the neighboring island west of Dumaguete. Right beside Iloilo. There's over 7,000 islands in the Philippines to explore. Dumaguete is already jam-packed.

[@michael_Jon7]

IMO - gentlemen it’s common personal accountability. “you reap what you sow” Don’t BE A WALKING HARD- ON I follow this philosophy to just travel seeing the beautiful geological locations, different islands, beaches, waterfalls mountains and live happens organically just “being” 🙌 Hey Gio hope you had an awesome weekend brother 🐸🙌

[@vinewood8295]

I spent a lot of time in the Pacific during my USAF career & a lot of time with Filipina women. That being said, I would NEVER send one I had never met in person money, I had one who was a bartender whom I knew while stationed in Korea. She never gave me the time of day cause she was dating some other guy at the time BUT after I left, there was a VISA / Green Card raid at the bars & she ended up getting sent back to the P.I. at which time she started hitting me up for favors wanting food & money. I told her I would do what I could to help but never did anything, after about six months, she finally realized & said thanks & that she probably should not have asked in the first place, she was right. I still have a lot of Filipina female friends though, I don't help any of them out financially cause they all have Simps who do that for them, of course they've rewarded said Simps with anchor babies so I guess everyone got something they wanted. One of the things I was warned about as a young Airman though was that when you marry a Filipina, your not just marrying her BUT her entire family & I've heard hundreds of horror stories of dudes having to care for not only their mothers in law but their wives other brothers & sisters as well.... I would take a Filipina woman over an American girl any day of the week though, hands down cause I had a lot more fun & fond memories with them than I ever did with any American girl I've ever spent time with...

[@GaryVanSant]

Hey Gio just a friendly suggestion. In the beginning of your videos it would be nice if you could mention where you are recording from. There have been so many times you have recorded from very interesting locations, but I never know where they are. I don’t think I have seen any other Vlogger doing this. I really enjoy your posts. They’re very helpful and I think we share a common lifestyle anyway keep up the good work I look forward to your next post.

[@thomasedison2007]

as an older man, i understand that offering financial security if the name of the game. it is the cost of doing business. fair trade for me..

[@Geoduck.]

This is so very well said exactly how my wife and I see the situation here now. Gio, I made a somewhat negative comment "all those KZbin experts" in the previous video. This comment was not directed at you or Mia. You guys and a few others provide outstanding content.

[@MyLifeThai371]

The Asian dating sites have always said to never send money to someone you have never met in person.

[@keenwood571]

You bring up some good points brotha, I've been going there since 2006, back then it seemed like a well kept secret to me and the women were so aggressive then but now it's like the women have no enthusiasm what so ever. Hopefully this is just temporary due to global depression.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I first noticed around the pandemic time frame and it has continued.

[@keenwood571]

Agreed, same here, it has to be the tic toc propaganda, and current pathetic regime in control of US power atm among some of the reasons.@@GiointhePhilippines

[@keenwood571]

Perhaps that's for a more personal conversation/interview when I move there next year to live with my wife and 3 children in Laguna. We are into Real Estate and a fishing charter business. She has 7 brothers to assist me!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Sounds great, best of luck on your move here.

[@ldownunderl2370]

I noticed the same thing in Thailand but it could also be that since 2006 you are now 18years older. Its probably a combination of both.

[@stevep5093]

You are looking good, Gio! I can tell the gym work is paying off 🙏

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yes! Thank you! I'm working at it.

[@robinreah7053]

I've been talking to a lot of Filipino ladies online and None has asked me for any money. I also seem to hear from Indonesia ladies and some of them are also very beautiful. My first trip will be to the Philippines though and although i haven't yet got one particular lady a few say they want to meet me as friends.

[@flinx649]

There are many lonely older filipinas that would never ask for money.

[@Paul-yk7ds]

I don't get asked for money either, maybe once from a Thai woman, but yeah I think that issue is overblown, or I'm just not the target of it personally

[@VENEMPASTOR]

Don't get married. Don't cohabitate. Don't impregnate. Don't let feelings control you. Don't spend more than the very bare minimum. Protect yourself at all times. And, have a bloody good time! But, have purpose, find some hobbies and get some activities going so you don't lose yourself. Cheers🍻

[@Roy-gx2yj]

And learn to say no.

[@freeparticle5068]

The best pieces of advice!!!

[@Tonyontheroad_777]

After all the fun 🎉 that’s when emptiness seeps in. Better to have memories and build something meaningful. But hey

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

Straight facts man Thank you.

[@JDB-ru4lp]

How about, be a real man and have beautiful kids to carry your legacy after you. It’s better to die a meaningful life than a meaningless one.

[@dennisb7930]

Things have definitely changed since 2015 no WiFi terrible connections they had to go to Internet cafe I don’t even know if there is any now? Social media has got women all over very different then 10-12 yrs ago for sure you got to work a little harder now👍great video Geo

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, internet cafes were big!

[@markmielke5283]

So much has changed in the RP since I first moved there in 1994. It's VERY different.

[@invisiblerevolution]

1994.... was years ago!!!!!! EVERYTHING HAS CHANGED SINCE 1994. 😂 I was still in high school in 1994.... and now I'm a 46 year old man working takin care of two houses. You say 1994.... like it was just two years ago! 😂😂😂

[@ToGoPhilippines-uz1qe]

Exactly correct information. Good video great job.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks!

[@meto4604]

I met a Filipina online and she refuses to let me help her financially she tells me no thank you and I told her when I get there I will totally support her and she’s fine with that but she does not want me to send her money. And I know she struggles in her life, but she won’t let me help her. She just tells me she loves me and I told her I love her and we both look forward to the day I land in Philippines in six months. it’s gonna be the longest six months ever ha ha

[@Paul-yk7ds]

That's a good sign that she refuses the money in advance. I hope you like each other in person.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

My Filipina ex was constantly asking me for money! Lol I can't imagine a woman from the Philippines being as caring and disciplined as your gal... I don't want to be a jerk by saying no to money requests, but it is a very good way to vette Filipinas, and their character. I'm an expat.

[@stedye]

Great points and second part Gio !

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you

[@Michael_Lane_Fishing]

Get out to: the beaches, the markets, the gyms. Get there in the jeepneys, the tricycle, the habal habal. Immerse yourself in the place- and the place will be your oyster.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

And attend a church! 👍

[@frankornelaz8234]

Remember your never get a second chance to make a first impression. Dress to impress and like your homeless. Great advice

[@gmm5550]

dont dress in the standard "expat uniform".. baggy cargoshorts sandals and a tshirt or a tanktop.. nobody wants to se ur oldman knees and hairy toes and armpits=)

[@jamestopeka2236]

Where there is a lot of foreigners the less Philippino's want one in my opinion .My Philipina is 51 and I'm 63 and we are on our 10 th year together .

[@stevemorris3544]

Laws of supply and demand coming into play sounds like to me.

[@Big_E_247]

Correct. Too many foreigners/farangs.

[@Truulovemotorsports]

Hey Gio, I’m one of the outlier 34 y/o expats in good shape, I brought my wife to US on a k1, she’s a province girl. We just moved back to Philippines a couple months ago because after 2 years she hated the US. I set up passive income from real estate in US. I recommend anyone interested in a Filipina to come visit first and date around. Doing the LDR and k1 route can have consequences that you might regret after marriage

[@mrroymichelc1701]

Great video and agree 100% with you and i never understood why Expats come over here looking like slobs and expecting to meet a Miss World Filipina hahah !! Get down the gym , eat well and smell nice its not too hard plus you will live longer !! .. the days of looking like crap and expecting to be a player just because you are an expat with some $$$$ are gone ! there is a lot more competition now as you say !...Plus i think Filipina woman have higher expectation then say 5 years ago thats for sure , its not all about money now...thats my experience both here and in Indonesia where i split my time between..

[@ssamsan]

Back in the 1980s, there was quite a number of sailors and AF guys in the PI..same issues, different times

[@billblane7725]

Gio, love your vids. Very down to earth, good information. Can you do a vid on the nuts and bolts of banking in the Phiilipines? How it works to keep your $$ in the USA yet withdraw it while in the Phillipines?

[@amvora777]

I send money to myself via Remitly. Takes less than 1 week via economy transfer. Faster if you pay some extra fees.

[@Paul-yk7ds]

I'm one of those younger digital nomads, 36 years old and physically fit. I've stayed in Cebu City's IT Park and BGC in Manila. Of course in the dating apps, the amount of likes/matches I get is crazy high. But walking around in person, I only feel like I get a littttle bit of attention with girls staring etc, but not that much, honestly. I'm curious what it would be like in a more remote area, but tbh I feel a bit dependent on the big city amenities, international grocery stores and high-rise condos-not sure I want the trade offs of living in a less developed place. And yes I have this habit Gio mentioned, of moving place to place, so my relationships tend to be more casual or short-lived. I can't really offer the same thing as an expat who is settled in that city for the long-term.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

In a provincial city/town, you would get many more stares and female attention. I guarantee it! But you would have to be assertive and bust a move to get dates.

[@chrisplatt3869]

I appreciate your info your a great help

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Glad to hear it

[@gmm5550]

are Filipinas girls under 25? then yes.. over 35-40 No.. online dating and socialmedia has destroyed all dating and many younger pinays today dream of landing a rich korean or chinese guy who have ALOT more money than any westerner . have in mind that a Korean "spooky white skinned" man (or woman) is the beauty ideal in almost whole se-asia..just look at all the music and movie stars and tv..they all look like Korean men. My personal experiences as a single by choice is that irl is still pretty easy to charm alittle older woman for some free "fun" and dates..

[@Hicks-g1m]

Yeah I agree with you Gio there may be a lot of men from other countries here in the Philippines. You can greatly increase you're chances of dating or being in a relationship with a Filipina if you look well yeah keep yourself in shape dress decently take care of you're hygiene I work out everyday at my local basketball court just jogging and doing inclined pushups and then I use giant water bottles that I use for lifting weights because I don't have a gym near by me or any home gym equipment it works for me. I don't go looking for Filipinas but I just like keeping up my appearance good. Yeah social media has really ruined the Philippines in the way but it really is better than dating women in the west. I like wearing flipflops it's hot here in the Philippines LOL

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I wear flip flops too 😁. But on a date maybe a nice pair of sneakers is better 😉

[@Alexellard]

Hi nice to meet you by this way. This is my 3rd time coming to Ph. I went to Manila, Cebu, Davao, Bohol & now back to Manila stay in Aseana city in Hop Inn hotel which is my favorite clean & basic standard hotel. I already tried rent a condo with kitchen that I can cook because I am vegetarian & can find healthy food in Philippines any way most condos are two expensive or not clean compare with European standard. I like Cebu but so polluted city there. The only place I feel good was Business park area in Hop Inn hotel a quiet place but only inside of my room. Concerning healthy or vegetarian food , I couldn’t find places. In fact there are not many vegetables chooses in this country even in modern supermarkt. I understand most people are meat lovers here. I think the beautiful Cebu city is packed with too much expats , too many polluted vehicles & motorbikes, cheepneys , too Mitch noise etc.. it’s my own experience by the way. I discovered a good place to stay was Marcopolo residence area is so expensive for short & long term to stay so not my budget. I also tried by Air bnb but most trash & the prices starts with $45 a night with many problems like warm water doesn’t work or many things doesn’t work or sometimes not clean , compare with a basic clean hotel room. I think the word maintenance for those owners has no meaning here. I have more bad experiences in Cebu city but won’t say them now. So if you have a better experience concerning accommodation & healthy food but affordable , please share it with me. Thank you for your time

[@Paul-yk7ds]

I'm vegetarian too (vegan actually). I find that Thailand and Vietnam are much better for vegetarian food, maybe because the Buddhist culture, or I don't even know why. But yeah, Filipino food is generally not veg-friendly at all, so much focus on meat.

[@wanderingdoc5075]

Hi Gio, can you make some recommendations for coffee shops at or near the Dumagete area with nice views and good coffee, thanks man! 👍

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Will you have a motorbike here?

[@wanderingdoc5075]

@GiointhePhilippines No but thinking to rent one since I want to pop into Valencia for a day since I heard so much about it. If you have recs where to rent motorbike (I like to book online/use credit card if possible). Cheers Gio

[@wanderingdoc5075]

​@@GiointhePhilippines Decided to rent a motorbike for all 4 days. What cafés would you recommend, and do you think a day trip to Valencia is feasible? Thanks man

[@danflip1]

Gio I hear alot of youtubers talk about the province, I live in the states will be coming to Philipines in a few months, what is the Provence?

[@keith4826]

Any place outside of the major cities. Metro Manila or Cebu are not the province. The province can be close to a major city or can be very, very remote. Long bus rides that can take all day. Then there might be a hotel or hotels or nothing at all. Some foreigners like the province. I prefer the cities. It’s easier to walk away from a crowd I don’t like. In the province if you are around a bunch of drunk people and you inadvertently hurt someone’s feelings it can get uncomfortable and you have no way out….. but YMMV

[@garyzies3486]

If you don't know that then you'll need to do a lot more research before you put boots on the ground. Besides, province life would probably be a culture shock for you anyway.

[@MyLifeThai371]

The province is places like the island of "Leyte." Biliron on Leyte is where "backpacking with banger" youtube channel met his 19 year old black hair and black eyed GF. The women there are so exotic, but the mudslides and earthquakes are so bad there that few foreigners are not willing to live there.

[@anime4life680]

I cant wait to go to the Philippines Ive been talking to my filipina for a while and I hate theres alot of things necessary to enter the Philippines but I"ll figure it out and nice advice Gio love the videos

[@johnwray529]

Nice shirt!

[@RickWalkerSaunders]

Filipinas now are watching a lot of youtube and they discovered that not all expats are that wealthly at all😁 and you are exactly right about the hygiene, that is their big complaint that Caucasians smells a lot and sweat glands are stronger when they don’t shower often because asian men has almost have no body hair and less facial hair.And yes dress well, more presentable and stay fit.A lot of the higher class women prefer this over money stuff, money is a bonus, and there is a saying=you don’t need to be loud to attract attention, if you look good you are loud enough to be seen.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

The upper class Filipinas can often get with Filipino men who have excellent incomes, even by a western standard. Or in many cases these women have their own money from their jobs or family businesses.

[@foreignermakingmoney-phili1458]

great spot on vid

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Much appreciated

[@tserevenad]

Of all SEA countries which would you say is closest to what Philippines once was? Laos?

[@M.R.T.V.Videos]

Because it is drfinately not what it was even 10 years ago It's the truth. It's really gone downhill

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Cambodia, Laos & Myanmar but I wouldn't advise going to the latter.

[@tserevenad]

@@GiointhePhilippines I have been moving Cambodia up my list. Thanks for your reply.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

@@GiointhePhilippines Isn't Laos the country with the ancient temples that have relief sculptures of couples doing every single position in the Kama Sutra? Lol

[@altonarm]

I was there in 2019 and the attitude toward foreigners was MUCH better than it is now. I don't know what happened after the Pandemic but WOW it's definitely not as easy to talk to a woman there like it used to be.

[@alals6794]

That was 5 years ago...not too long but long enough for you to have changed? Did you get fatter and less presentable?

[@brianscovern68]

Be nice, smell good, dress well goes a long way no matter how old you are.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

So true!

[@ericlee2931]

Yes and take care of the teeth and breath

[@paulpardo4282]

Serious and respect helps a lot

[@zenydina7927]

I agree, mostly filipina will listened to there family advice, as they said old men are more stable and mostly not player, Filipina prefer clean shave men, theyre look more clean and decent,

[@Grimberian72]

dress yourself as rich and become a target! me i'd be slipping under the radar escaping these issue's

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I'm not talking about wearing Armani suits just take a shower, wear decent shorts, shoes and a shirt.

[@happierabroad]

I first went to the PH in 2006. It was a paradise. Now the pickings there are slim. But I agree, it's still bettter than the West, especially America and also other stuck up Asian countries like Taiwan where women have zero interest in meeting guys.

[@alals6794]

But it is not better than Latin America....much closer in flight time and much cheaper too.

[@garytyler1938]

most Filipinas during the 2005-2018 were using internet cafe to contact date potential overseas.

[@stevemorris3544]

Maybe age is just a number is not as true anymore as well.

[@fightinspirit]

I found an absolutely beautiful Filipina 24 years younger than me and after a year and a half we couldn't be happier together, we are getting married. We met online, and while it is true that there are lots of scammers out there, it isn't hard to separate the very many women looking for true love, from the con artists. Rule number one, don't give anyone money until you've met them. Stick to that rule and you'll eliminate most of the scammers right off the bat.

[@charlesanderson6986]

It’s my experience that a lot of the expats are nerds the way they think and act. But I love your videos thanks brother.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I appreciate that

[@danflip1]

I have been listening to some bloggers on the Philippines, but I like the way you talk in your videos, I joined.your membership, I have a question what are the Provinces I here bloggers talking about it a lot, Im coming out to the Philippines is a few months, Want to head towards Daveo City, Im retired, and in my 60's have a good retirement, not great but good enough to make it fine in the Philippines. Im coming to live but also to try to find love, just a little about me!!!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Welcome aboard! The province is just the rural areas of the country.

[@johntaylor4817]

I've been retired in the Philippines now for 7 years. It's a great place to live, the islands and beaches are beautiful, the Filipinos are wonderful, the women are beautiful and loving. Just pay attention to bloggers advice about renting a place, dating, local customs and you'll do well.

[@GlobalFreeAgent]

As with everything else your results may vary.

[@Design4Building]

I agree completely about the foreigners i see in the Phil. In the malls or restaurants I see them dressed so bad, I'm embarrassed to think other people see this is how the westerners dress. To me I only think of these guys look like retired truckers from the mid west of the US smoking cigarettes dressed with flip flops and old camo shorts LOL

[@armandosune3839]

In ILOILO CITY, all the westerners that I see with their Ilongga wives are well-dressed and have tucked in shirts with collars. All of these westerners look upper middle class, most probably because their Ilongga/Iloilo wives are also middle class.

[@M.R.T.V.Videos]

People dress bad because they don't want to get robbed . Its a commin thing to do when going to broke ass countries . Anyone who thinks looks matter in the philippines is probably just another fool 😂.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

So you must be one of the guys dressed like a slob. Looks matter in every country, if you think they don't you are delusional.

[@keith4826]

The obvious answer is be clean and well groomed. Don’t be obese. Don’t be a fat slob. Wear clean decent clothes. I recently switched to merino wool shirts. Very comfortable and if you get a lightweight it’s very cool and doesn’t retain odor. I am in Makati and as a foreigner I can blend in. As a 60+ retired expat I get looks everyday. Some are obvious and some are subtle. If you are in a circle of friends and get introduced you will be asked if you are single. Is this your first time in the Philippines 🇵🇭. How long can you stay. If you say you are retired and can stay because you have pension…. It’s just like sprinkling Catnip everywhere. There’s plenty of opportunities here still. If I compared the sexual market value to the value of a pension…. I would say triple it. $2000 feels like $6000 here. If the western women think you’re a 5… congratulations they think you’re Brad Pitt here. But remember Brad Pitt doesn’t weigh 300 pounds.

[@morlandoemtp]

Some Filipinas like overweight men

[@thomasedison2007]

mr gio.. i have to ask. when you are with your partner, who always pays..

[@rolandmueller7218]

I have a Filipina Fiancé that lives in a province. I rarely see foreigners there and the locals watch everything I do. I interact with a lot of Filipinos through my Fiancé. I am not very good at noticing when a woman is interested in me and most Filipinas are just down to earth and easy to talk to. But, every once in a while, I notice that my Fiancé gets a little jealous when a Filipina approaches me and she will hold my hand to show that I am with her. That’s when I know, even though I am 60 years old with balding gray hair and a big stomach, I still can attract some Filipinas younger than me. Maybe they think I am rich? There are still many Filipinas looking for us foreigners…

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Sounds like a keeper!

[@shawn2380]

being 60, balding... can't really do anything about that. Big belly..got rid of mine when I realized it has to be a bummer for the women beneath me

[@andrewcarlson2178]

@@shawn2380 not really. If you're fat and old she won't have to service you as much. She'll put up with the first few months until biology wins out over lust then all she has to do is cook and clean

[@michaeltoia9095]

Hey GIO. I like the shirt you're wearing where you buy this one they have other colors Tell me where I can buy I'm trying to look good for the ladies Very hard to find good shirts here in the Philippines 😊

[@GiointhePhilippines]

On Amazon amzn.to/3ToLO4e

[@michaeltoia9095]

@@GiointhePhilippines Thank you bro

[@jannarkiewicz633]

Gio... I think I saw you mention on another channel that T-Mobile stops working if you don't access from a U.S. network in 6 months? Unless there are two Gio's

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I didn't mention the t-mobile not working after 6 months, a viewer mentioned that on a live stream.

[@jannarkiewicz633]

@@GiointhePhilippines thanks.. I think someone must have quoted you out of context in a comment. I really enjoy your stuff.

[@jeanpaul5035]

Sometimes I get snubbed when I pull up on my Yamaha mio, it’s funny the same ones become friendly when I pull up in my car.

[@jlmarc01]

What a great topic. Agree 100% . I don’t see these young guns sticking around so much. Lack of money and if they do have money, they have better options elsewhere. Problem is that Filipinas will be left hanging and bitter

[@GiointhePhilippines]

That happens a lot.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

It sounds kind of like American women with the "Chads..."

[@nathan859]

I met my Filipina wife in the United States. I took my first trip to the Philippines, Cagayan de Oro, Mindanao, with her about two years ago to meet her family. I was about 40 years old, a little overweight at the time but otherwise well-dressed and decent looking. I got very little attention from the Filipina women that I noticed. I’m sure part of it was because I was with my wife most of the time, but even when I was left alone I don’t think I got much of any special treatment. On the other hand, my one year old mixed Filipino and white baby was an absolute superstar. People stopped and started at him everywhere we went. Bad for me, good for him I guess.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

When your son is in his early twenties and visits the Philippines, he will get rockstar treatment from the ladies there...

[@yogimaster1]

Something you didn't mention is there are also male scammers online. Maybe it's something new but I heard of it happening to a recently widowed Filipina. Everyone's waking up to the fact that not everyone out there is honest and forthcoming.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

I actually have a Filipina friend who was scammed by American and British conmen! Lol They took her for thousands of dollars! What a reversal of the typical story...

[@gmm5550]

IF U GET/WANT A DATE, dont dress in the "expat standard uniform".. baggy cargoshorts sandals and a tshirt or a tanktop or short armed oldguy shirt.. nobody wants to se ur oldman knees belly and hairy toes long toenails and armpits=) A pair of nice thin bluejeans, clean (white) sneakers and a nice real longarmed (white) shirt with rolled up arms is To stand out today as a expat in the Philippines and u really get positive attention from ladys. U dont need gold or expensive watches..to look good.. just groom urself take care of urself get a facial treatment/massage a clean knifeshave a haircut and dress different. My trick is to buy to big clothes' give it to a seamstress who takes my measurements even on jeans and its cheap as dirt in the Philippines

[@dantickle5562]

Maybe the western feminist way has reached the Philippines.

[@markmielke5283]

It has. In the city environment if she has a smartphone in her hand you are NOT the priority.

[@wayneshawlinski4898]

It’s mostly single mom trying to have you simp for them.

[@dantheman11121]

How the hell do you deal with brownouts a couple times a week to me that is a huge inconvenience to say the least,I don’t think I could deal with that….

[@DJ33970]

This is a big reason on why I haven't been to PH yet, no way I would deal with brown outs!

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

They are very rare now, at least in and around the big cities.

[@michaelhawley1677]

Filipinas will not want a Western Chickboy Nomad anymore than they would want a Filipino chickboy. I think technology advances have changed the dynamics there a lot - opening up a lot of new doors for Filipinas. Overall the Philippines would be 1000% times better than the West.

[@Mjolnher9]

Nothing wrong with the west it's just dating is a young man's game there. Since younger guys come here to Philippines more and more the old guys become less appealing

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

@@Mjolnher9 Young guys are seen as a source of "short term" fun.

[@freeparticle5068]

The question is: were they ever been interested ?

[@PCWCFA]

Just stay out of any city in which Gio lives. He is too handsome and has thus ruined the curve. Oh, one more piece of wisdom: don't send the AI girls any money.

[@mercenarymike1397]

Is that location in Greenbelt Mall in Makati??

[@danflip1]

I watched a video on 10 of the most loyal woman, and number 1 was the Filipino women!!!

[@MarsOcto]

They are interested. Helps to be more attractive and younger such as myself. Sorry old dudes. Young bucks coming to town.

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

Dont understand why a man cant get a woman in the Philippines. Filipina women got the memo that their desired from men all over the world. Im not that good looking im not rich. But i have a date at least 4 times a week if i wanted. #1 Hygiene and confidence is a game changer, Filipina women loves a man who smells good and can make them laugh colognes i recommend YSL, Versace, tommy ford, jay z , Dolce and Gabana. I took a young lady to the movies i kid u not she was all over me.

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

​@mohamedalkaboom old spice still smells good 👍. Old school Thanks .

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

@@BillyTimes-dw7vs But then you will smell like her father! Lol

[@PolecatEZ]

@@JohnGrigg-gz9gm That ain't a bad thing. Girls love it when you remind them of the good points of their dads.

[@davidsim5636]

Actually guys, don't give up on the US and Canada to meet an Asian or Latina, both countries are on the verge (supposedly) of deporting literally millions of people over the next few years, including illegals, temporary foreign workers, students, you name it. Here in the Toronto area where I live immigration consultants are now advising their clients to either find a local to marry or claim refugee status (gonna be difficult to do this if you have lived here for years and travelled back and forth to your home country). There are literally thousands of young Philippinas working here now with only temporary status, the same kind of women you find back in their homeland, many are hard working and sweet and no doubt a lot of them would like to find a guy here in the West to settle down rather than go back to poverty in the Philippines. I married an Asian woman here in Canada, we met here and have raised our family here, best thing I've every done.

[@pulantubig7042]

you reaped what you sowed

[@rickmir4100]

Just wondering How did you know that "Filipina not interested in foreigners?

[@Coffewithsteve]

The local guys still going be slerping with your filpina

[@AcmeRocket]

If she's young and hot, nothing wrong with sharing. It's better than having an old ugly western woman all to yourself 😂😂

[@jonanamar8503]

A good descent Filipina will want an older more established man…. Fact! I am married to one. She is 23 years younger than me. We have been married over 10 years. We live in the USA…. Still very happy together.. It can happen guys👍

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

And she didn't divorce you! I gotta give you credit for playing Russian Roulette and winning!

[@rayintoledocebuphilippines5517]

I hardly see any foreigners here - so you guys are in a saturated area. Also age gap is common here for Filipinos - for myself been married for years and I’m the 68 year old guy with a 29 year old wife

[@kevinr8431]

Some of this has to do with now they know they can go on KZbin and make their money

[@alals6794]

Making money on youtube is very difficult....

[@Coffewithsteve]

In the your looking after the whole family cousins uncles

[@SirMikeMiller]

You were spot on with your vlog. I see so many foreigners dressing shabbily and expect to find a beautiful Filipina. Filipina’s dress nice and pay attention to how they look. I think they are more interested in a man that does the same. My fiancé and I have been in the Philippines for quite a while, and we live a pretty quiet and private life and I can tell you there are places that foreigners are still widely desired. I’ve spent time in my fiancé’s hometown and have yet to see another foreigner. This is not a small town and has a major production facility that employs over 10,000 people, with the majority being women. I can tell you from personal experience, that a foreigner will get attention whether you’re at the mall or in the market.

[@alals6794]

What's the name of the town/city? haha

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

I live in a small city of 70,000 people, but I've had trustworthy sources tell me probably only around 30 expats actually live here. And I would have earlier guessed that number to only be around five or ten! Lol

[@damncars2618]

Filipinas don't date and want older guys because they're viewed as more mature. Younger guys should get an older man mask. Only 250 php on Lazada 😅

[@GiointhePhilippines]

More stable, more serious and not playboys.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

Filipinas are absolutely obsessed with the matter of jealousy.

[@JennyferDelacerna]

Hi

[@burtonknows9201]

Gio, I followed your statement from a while ago: Love the place first, then find the girl or something similar. I head to Panama City, Panama, for 14 days in August. The lodging and ticket have already been paid for. While 14 days is not enough, my sole purpose is to get around the city and surrounding area to see if this is a place to consider further. 2025 is the Philippines, and 2026 is Thailand.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Great plan

[@apetricig]

Age is just a number most women still want a man’s man. It doesn’t matter if you’re 25 or 65, you still need to have the self confidence to put yourself out there and show your value.

[@keith4826]

True. If you are a well respected stable decent guy and in your 60’s… if you want a 20 something pretty wife and start making babies…. They will line up for the interview. Just be sure that’s what you want…lol

[@Reper123100]

If that was true, why do the old retired expats go to the phils? Why can't they find a 20-something year old gal in their home country? It's simple. Because of the money.

[@markwilson8416]

I've been married for 42 years. I got married when I was 22 years old and now I am 64 years old. Back in the day I was a uncontrollable playboy. I have many kids who are adults now and they are in the service doing their services at Fort Magsaysay. I was stationed at Clark and my fun times were spent at Subic Bay.. Now I am retired back in Perth, Australia..

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

How many kids did you father from Filipinas? Five? Ten? 😳😂

[@alals6794]

Ok, so there might be relatively more "competition" in Philippines but c'mon, Americans at least have all of Latin America to choose from. That is a population of 700 million and is a few hour flight away, not 16 hours, and flights cost a fraction of going to Manila. Plus the Latin women have far better "assets", lets be honest here. haha

[@alals6794]

Example, 1200 round trip to Manila from USA but 200 to 300 roundtrip to Latin America....etc etc

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

A key difference is that Latin American women usually only allow a 10-12 year age difference, but Filipinas will tolerate one in the 30+ year range!

[@ronlafleur4246]

Age does not matter. The individual matters. Money matters so if you want a true woman keep your resources quiet for a long time. Filipinas are not a commodity they are women. So treat them with respect and kindness you will do just fine.

[@JohnGrigg-gz9gm]

Age does matter in the real world. Money matters, too. The problem is often Filipinas not treating westerners with respect and kindness...

[@Robsellsmexico]

Gio you are the 20% still in shape and decent looking.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

During the pandemic I was getting chubby I turned it around though.

[@terryhatfield4253]

You just got tired of all the 65 year old men working out in the gym and showing you up with their hot bods.@@GiointhePhilippines

[@SuccessiveApproximations-Intl]

I see an awful lot of very nice cars and trucks being driven in the Phils, so there must be a lot of money floating around somewhere. It's a real shame the Phil government wants the keep the poor people poor, and the corrupt people corrupt. Greed.

[@0311nomad]

🤣🤣🤣 DONT WEAR FLIP FLOPS??? How can you say that you live in the Philippines? The ongoing war of Spartens vs Havanas 🤡

[@GiointhePhilippines]

At least make it a nice pair lol or don't show up on a date wearing flip flops.

[@0311nomad]

@@GiointhePhilippines in the big city yes but in places like Coron and el nido HELL YES.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Very true!

[@eamonkelly36]

U cant compare philipinnes to thailand housing food etc party scene safety wise too much safer in bkk late at night to cebu big plus with phil is the girls and english and visa get youre girl and head to thailand or vietnam as for online dating is no no boots on the ground only way they have so many options now that my tuppence halfpenny opinnon enjoy the ride while it lasts folks😮😮