Our FIRST TIME IN MANILA, Philippines | First Impression 🇵🇭

Join us on our first adventure as we dive headfirst into Manila's vibrant and chaotic energy! Known as one of the most densely populated cities in the world, this city offers a wild mix of excitement, culture, and heat. From the moment we land, we plunge into the heart of Metro Manila, exploring its vibrant streets, soaking in the intense tropical weather, and discovering why life in this city is always an unforgettable experience. Get ready for a thrilling journey through one of Asia’s most dynamic cities!
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[@lorenzlorenzo1975]

You guys are doing well interacting with the locals. That's how you feel the heartbeat of the city. Very friendly and honest bunch of people.

[@emilyacana341]

Explore BGC and VENICE GRAND CANAL MALL.

[@GlenAndMado]

we did :)

[@GlenAndMado]

We try our best to emerge ourselves into every country :) thanks so much for tuning in!

[@seanwan30]

@@emilyacana341 those places are like america...why come to PH for that?

[@Kael1108]

Not gonna lie the taxi driver gave u a good price. He was honest, if you had book a grab taxi or car, fare could've gone a bit higher. Good man.

[@geoffhere2323]

Agree

[@mohamedhulk3371]

He thinks he could get cheaper than 200 pesos for taxi ride in Ireland or Germany....

[@PinayFuzzions]

People of the Philippines are so accommodating to visitors and the foreigners. Thanks for respecting the people and the country as it is. I'm glad you had a great time on your first day there. Quezon City is definitely more crowded and populated than other cities. I can't wait to get back home again soon. Aloha from Hawaii

[@melchorcarino9375]

4:49 - Traffic rules. Their are designated drop locations. You can't just stop the Jeep in the middle. Since you are a Tourist, to prevent further misunderstandings the Driver will not accept your payment.

[@lenseofanomad]

hahahahahaha, what traffic rules? ive been in cebu, they will stop anywhere.

[@melchorcarino9375]

@@lenseofanomad Not on that street. That's new. I'm from Baguio and we also have strict traffic rules.

[@richtertan5824]

The driver did not stop because he thought Glen and Mado wanted to go to the "Medical Center" there was a bit of miscommunication and the driver was not stopping because he wanted to drop them off exactly at the "Medical Center", so when Glen was asking if he can stop, the driver said no, but he's basically saying "no, we're not yet there".

[@machogwapito246]

No matter what happened, they still didn't pay.

[@joeljumanguin4115]

That's why Philippines is deferent 🇵🇭🇵🇭thanks for visiting Philippines guys. Enjoy your stay, wish you have a wonderful experience while exploring Metro Manila & some places in the Philippines.

[@reynoschicote]

You are appreciative kind of visitors. You are welcome to the Philippines. Mabuhay !

[@GlenAndMado]

Salamat my friend! we loved every moment :)

[@itsjustme123-w8x]

You are such grateful visitors. Enjoy your 2 weeks stay.

[@gibberishboner8776]

bida bida si afam. lahat kinakamusta feeling mayor hahaha

[@Skybar23]

Glen is a very positive person epecially how he greets strangers. Never change because where Im from (Sydney) people will look at you weird like 'is he ok? '

[@edmendoza1501]

This is what vlogging is all about, no edits just impromptu interaction with local people, that's how you navigate your way into a new place, a few vloggers made the same curiosity which makes their vlog raw & looks unfiltered, good you showed much part of QC not just BGC or Makati as always...looking forward to you next destination.

[@will_274]

It’s fun watching rookies to Manila. I hope you can get out of the city to the Islands and see the real beauty of the Philippines.

[@GlenAndMado]

haha proper rookies learning on the go hahah :) we made it to Boracay.

[@seanwan30]

Boracay is a tourist trap head to Coron busanga and take a private boat tour for less that 100 usd.

[@seanwan30]

Or el nido

[@lenseofanomad]

@@seanwan30 less than 100 USD? tourist trap, why are you setting him up? it costs way less than that.

[@seanwan30]

i paid 5k php in boracay, 4k in coron and 6k in el nido all private all in 2023. I have the guys card from boracay if anyones needs. coron was just a guy on the beach in ocam ocam. El nido i found on facebook. many kuyas on the beach and tour places trying to get 8-9k

[@honusblanco1259]

All former Spanish colonies have their own versions of the empanada. In the Philippines alone, each province has its own version.

[@JstnJsf]

It's about time a new couple vlogger first time in our home country, I enjoy your video guys long and raw 😊 I'm looking forward to some more adventures here place's and authentic filipino food, enjoy you two take care ❤❤❤

[@lenseofanomad]

I cant wait to go back to your country!

[@RobertoSabasArtist]

On your next jeepney ride just say “bayad” or “bayad po.” Bayad means payment… Po means sir or ma’am. If it’s crowded and you’re seated near the rear, just say bayad and hand it to a fellow passenger ahead of you and they’ll pass it forward to the next person until it gets to the driver. Great video btw! Safe and fun travels 😀

[@dodiedalit]

Happy seeing you around METRO Manila Glen and mado! Enjoy you both guys staying here in Philippines 🇵🇭 Have Fun and stay nice to somebody! More power and be Blessed! ❤🎉😊

[@frisc0pn0ib0i]

I haven’t been in the Philippines in over a decade and it has evolved beautifully. I think the highlights of the Philippines are places like Vigan, BGC, Palawan, Boracay, The Oldesr Chinatown in the world, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Siargao, Tagaytay and Baguio. Watching from California.

[@leohi396]

Love how they really went out of the bougie areas of Makati and BGC. And they picked great spots. Thanks for exploring the older side of Manila where the heart of the local culture is. You should visit Cebu and other cities too, they are equally as charming

[@dhenzrae]

Welcome to The Philippines. Hope you'll enjoy your stay here

[@muncherethan]

Kudos to you guys for stopping by when the national anthem was playing. U just earned a sub from me. ♥️♥️♥️

[@RhysBayley]

Amazing place!!! Met my partner online whos from Manila! and did my first trip last year! The place just doesn’t rest 😂 new follower will definitely watch your trip!! Salamat for the videos!!

[@GlenAndMado]

Haha thanks so much for tuning in! you got an amazing person on your hands then as Philippine people are awesome! 👏 should be another 10 episodes or so we hope :)

[@RhysBayley]

@@GlenAndMado can’t wait looking forward to it ✌️

[@marioarocha8178]

Wow! you 've got lots of energy to really move around and see the real Metro manila, not the touristy side of it but it"s also a big revelation

[@fernandopena3138]

Philippines is so smiling people its give good vibes just enjoy experience and explore and i enjoy your blogging god bless you both always keep safe and take care always 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@catherineflorendo6733]

Thank u for visiting south triangle!!! i saw my neighbors again. ❤ been away there from many years i saw some of my childhood friends and relatives in ur video❤

[@leob4645]

Magandang umaga din sa inyo Glen and Mado. Welcome!

[@PhilipStuartBlackNaisogoniceva]

I love ur friendly attitude Glen...u are a sweet guy...very humble

[@GlenAndMado]

Thanks for your special words! You keep us motivated to keep going and thriving in the right direction :)

[@darcydiaz5473]

I'm happy with both of you, especially with your wifey,to visit in manila.even crowded but the most people living in the Philippines are amazing people when it comes to the kindness of all foreigners same you both Glenn,it's amazing travelling,thanks SA visit

[@angelotimonera7967]

WE welcome you both in our arms and enjoy the beauty of Philippines!

[@ronaldperez5050]

I like how you do interact with the locals and greet all the people down the road your so friendly glen and mado too i enjoy watching your vlog for that i do subscribed watching here in saudi arabia as filipino worker miss my home country hoping back soon❤❤❤ love lots!

[@dorotheahildebrand11]

Welcome to our country Philippines. I hope you both have a great time. ❤❤❤ Take care and be safe always.

[@elnido4184]

Great video, I enjoy watching people' visiting the Philippines for the first time interacting with the locals. I recommend you do the island hopping in Palawan, El Nido, Coron, Puerto Princessa with it's Underground river. Also visit Bohol , Panglao Island and Cebu.

[@aklanpinoy6717]

Awesome! Love your interaction with the locals! I love them coffee too! Love street food as well! Great video, thank you! Subbed! 🙂

[@cristinaseno6457]

Good morning to the beautiful couple mabuhay.!I'm very happy to hear you both talking tagalog very interesting channel.I'm from the island of marinduque Phillipines.Enjoy exploring the city of Makati and other neigbhoring cities around Manila.We love yoju both enjoy.Godbledd you both👍❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🥰🇵🇭

[@fernandopena3138]

That's a good ride look you enjoy you both your road trip and you driver is truthful person not take advantage and the good thing is enjoy your great day also take care and keep safe travels 🙏❤️

[@arbypernito1078]

Just to the right of the coffee shop in Quezon City Circle, there's a good Filipino restaurant called Bacolod Inasal. It's very underrated. 😊

[@bloodluretv]

glad you had a great time on your first day in the philippines enjoy guys! :)

[@mimimiao6921]

4:36 because there is a designated stop. If public transport stop on a busy street they would get ticket and fined.

[@TavisolaMBARealtor]

you don't say "STOP," you say "Para po" (pah-rah poh) at the same time knock the ceiling. The driver may not have heard you because of the noise, and he's not used to hearing "stop." "Para po" translation is "please pull over." Always address "Kuya" (for male) or "Ate" (for female) to anyone to initiate pleasant interaction.

[@marlonmiranda6358]

This guy is so cool i like its attitude and very friendly with the locals just keep it up bro.

[@joeyarguel9684]

I love how real this Vlog is .. No filter 🫶🏼

[@Mark-wv2om]

You guys rival the friendliness of Filipinos. I enjoyed watching your day adventures!

[@PusongPinoywithMalcolmConlan]

Great content. Maraming Salamat for your efforts and work. Mabuhay.

[@leyloplayz]

I am happy cause you feature where I live. Welcome to Quezon City, it is a big city.

[@TitaMariamLovesfoodandtravel]

Excited for your upcoming videos ❤❤ Ingat you two. Enjoy.

[@GlenAndMado]

really appreciate your special words! so excited to get the new videos out :)

[@EmilDVillamin]

Welcome to our beloved country.Enjoy and have fun.Keep safe.GOD BLESS!!!

[@Marco_bautista]

Welcome to the Philippines...thank yuo..❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@mariapatriciatrofeoycasian6277]

Marugame is one of our favorite restaurants… it’s authentic Japanese restaurant.. a franchise from Japan. When you have that, they, the owners control the quality. So you’re assured of quality and cleanliness and authenticity.

[@edithginnett6740]

Thank you for exploring my beautiful country philippines @# 🇵🇭 more fun in the philippines. Hello from belfast ❤

[@GlenAndMado]

Hello to Belfast, we hope you’re living a good life up there! We hope your having a wonderful day and have a lovely week ahead 🙌

[@oribird540fly]

Welcome to PI😊🎉❤🎉 Empanada pastries is all over the country, started in Northern Luzon, Ilocos Norte😊🎉❤🎉watching from Brisbane QLD.😊🎉❤🎉

[@GlenAndMado]

Such kind words from you, thanksso much! yeah we started to realise that after exploring lol

[@annmarie6001]

You are both amazing and interesting as vloggers since you have shown the real actual hustle & bustle city in Manila and interacted with the locals or ordinary Filipinos in the streets. Most foreigners see the Manila in the modern cities like BGC, Mskati, etc and nice to explore & showcase Quezon City even just few landmarks.

[@bethelyn_]

God bless you guys . . . Enjoy your stay here in the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@poginamabait12345]

Welcome to the Philippines. Enjoy your stay and always be safe.

[@ninoangelitoloyola517]

I enjoyed watching your trip around QC.

[@renanteibus2846]

Wow thank you very much sir for exploring Philippines injoy n yuor family god bless

[@JoeyZee-vs4kr]

Metro Manila is 7th in the list of most number of skyscrapers so it's not really a poor country. It's number 1 in the ASEAN region, more skyscrapers than Jakarta or Bangkok. 😊 You should visit, BGC, Makat, Ortigas, Rockwell, Filinvest, Aseana, Eastwood, Bridgetowne and many more to see the modern and rich areas.😊

[@GlenAndMado]

Its an incredibly big city full of life! We actually made it to all the places you recommended and should be in our next videos :) Oh wait maybe not all of them but probably half haha. super grateful for your recommendations though! :)

[@MsVroege]

Nag mamayabang ka naman dyan...

[@pubkentos4501]

Because Philippine oli-garkz are so powerful .. 😮 that’s why…

[@ireneosabijon6682]

Welcome sir....enjoy and be safe...goodbless you❤❤❤

[@JanVergelYOLO]

I'm from the Philippines but I don't even know how to commute in Manila 🤣 yous are so brave haha watching from the UK 🥳

[@nilamo9663]

Welcome to the philippines....enjoy glen.explore our islands also

[@shimaosman6520]

Welcome to our beautiful country Philippines. New subscriber here. Watching u guys walking all the way from Metro Manila. Take care of yourself guys and explore more videos in our country. Everything is cheap and available everywhere. The locals are friendly and helpful everywhere. The foods are cheap. Beautiful people

[@GlenAndMado]

Thanks so much for tuning in and supporting us :) we loved every moment and made the most of our experience while here :)

[@Lock-Vlog]

Enjoy the trip welcome to the Philippines ❤️

[@fernandopena3138]

If you're in the mall in metro manila their is a food court or fastfood you will love it the food you could choose food you like having fun and enjoy🤗

[@proudajero1709]

200 is not bad. Thats an honest deal going to QC Circle. If youll put the meter that will cost you a lot of money probably double beause of the traffic.

[@liliataluban2075]

Welcome to Philippines,enjoy your time in the Philippines and stay safe.

[@drp2065]

Welcome to our country hope u enjoy and try to explore the 7,607 island of the Philippines..😊

[@bert-bb3cm]

That lumpia makes my mouth watering 🤤🤤🤤🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭STAY SAFE and Thank you guys for sharing your experiences here in our Paradise. Always stay vigilant and please try balut and fishballs. Street food are tasty and way cheaper than the mall prices eatery. Try Halo-halo and siopao at Binondo Street. Chinatown Manila.🫰🏽🤙🫶🏽😎

[@GlenAndMado]

Hey Hey hope your having a wonderful day :) we actually tried all these things you recommended! we will be showcasting them in other episodes actually haha :) OMG the lumpias are amazing, we couldn't stop eating them after we discovered them.

[@TitaMariamLovesfoodandtravel]

All kinds of cooked bananas the winner. I missed those yummy 😋

[@cezmarana1131]

Welcome to the Philippines ❤ newly subscriber here. Watching from Jordan! Keep safe guys enjoy your visit

[@juanitoilagor5160]

Exploring the metro manila is hard but enjoying see how people's life in the streets you're just exploring the small parts of Qeuzon city.❤keep safe

[@fernandopena3138]

If you're going to Quezon city,araneta center it's call cubao also many ti explore the area that's so many places to go to window shopping, eating best food

[@ronniesolomon9625]

I think the first jeepney driver you rode into heard you "Medical Center" instead of City Center, that is why he didn't stop and planned to bring you to the next hospital stop there which is the WORLD-CITI Medical Center in Project 4 along Aurora Blvd, and that is why also the driver still didn't take your jeepney fare. Good thing you hopped out already. Your first stop was Cubao, Quezon City. Those guards liining, I think there would be a celebrity going to visit the Gateway Mall that time, maybe an actor/actress. The Boy Scout Monument there was for the memory of the Boy Scouts who died when their plane crashed during the 11th Jamboree in the Philippines. Thank you for visiting Quezon City (read as Kezon) and the Philippines as a whole, Subscriber here, and welcome to the Philippines🇵🇭 Glen and Mado. I really like how ms. Mado speaks, softspoken, take care guys,

[@greggybada]

4:30 i think it was illegal for jeepneys to drop passengers on certain areas along the main roads, especially in commercial areas........

[@GlenAndMado]

I heard that aswell!

[@JoseGajita]

Hi guys welcome to the philippine enjoy your vacation god bless and protect you.

[@ervind1133]

Welcome and Mabuhay! ❤❤❤

[@cristinagray6798]

Wish u enjoy every minute of ur travel here in r country ,yes mabuhay magandang umaga o good morning,just keep safe in ur trip u can go to beaches like Palawan,Siargao Boracay o Romblon

[@RalphFider]

guys try SM Mall of Asia one of the largest malls in Asia, have lunch in Jollibee a Filipino fast food chain try some spaghetti with 2pcs chicken and the aloha burger, then in the afternoon try to go to the carnival outside near the bay watch the sunset and have some redhorse beer 😎

[@allanolandria2011]

Happy you visited my country. I started following you guys since New Zealand my second home. Enjoy and don't forget to eat Lechon. Visit Cebu City too

[@GlenAndMado]

That's awesome Allano! I'm glad you have been following our journey and we really appreciate you :) Oh we tried Lechon don't worry! haha

[@allanolandria2011]

@@GlenAndMado next time you visit NZ please let me know, i would like to see you both. Im from Auckland

[@Dazzler429]

Greetings from Dublin 💚🍀👍

[@lenseofanomad]

man, I miss being in the Philippines! I cant wait to go back!

[@fernandopena3138]

Just mango fruit is if this is ripe is ao delicious and also if this shake mango its so delicious and coconut juice also delicious just try its and you love its

[@chilicrab07]

Welcome to Philippines. I've been watching your vlogs beginning here in NZ

[@GlenAndMado]

Wow thanks for keeping up to date with our content :) It was such an amazinf experience in the Philippines :)

[@petroniloconcepcion901]

Welcome to the Philippines try to visit the modern places in Metro Manila like,BGC in Taguig,Makati City in Ayala and Ortigas Center .Enjoy and have a nice day

[@patriciaandrada4]

No yellow fever in the Philippines only dengue. Gyms are very nice in the BGC and Makati area. Quezon City is a bit dirty not like Makati or BGC. Glen is very nice and friendly, I like watching your vlogs

[@wave1806]

During flag raisig we play or sing our national anthem ( Lupang Hinirang ) You can hear it in different occasions like flag raising in City Hall , in cinema ( opening) , in schools ( morning ) events .. Maybe you heard it during Manny Pacquiaos boxing fight ...

[@dankennethjavier6775]

Enjoy your stay in PH, you may also visit ILOILO and experience the city, Gigantes Islands and Festive walk at night 🙌🤙

[@vlogsfavorsphileco8788]

I like this, this is a detour from the usual China Town, Carriedo, Entramuros, BGC, Rizal Park...from vloggers! 🖖

[@marartper9770]

Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭 thanks for coming

[@GlenAndMado]

Thanks so much my friend really appreciate it 🙌

[@howlicraft1940]

You guys are very fun to watch.

[@GlenAndMado]

Appreciate you so much! Hope your having a wonderful day 🙏

[@ferdnanbanalan3120]

Thanks to you for visiting our country i hope someday you visit tagaytay and baguio

[@liezelvevang5306]

Just try to visit the different provinces of the Philippines with the stunning world-class beach white sand and turquoise blue water,like Boracay, Palawan, Coron ,Cebu Bicol Batanes Davao and so on..😊

[@emmarenconada6102]

Welcome to the phillipines iam your new subscibers here in the phillipines ihope you will enjoy staying here the only problem is too much traffic and very hot weather but if you go outside manila you much more enjoy in many beautiful beaches here im from Lipa batangas 80 kelometer from Manila ihope you can visit also here take ang keep safe always❤❤❤

[@emmarenconada6102]

take care

[@marvinacapulco-u3r]

try to visit Mall of Asia/Mall of Asia Complex & beside of it is the Pagcor City/Entertainment City Manila/Aseana all in Pasay City, Manila next to Makati City. also visit Newport City in Pasay., other places in Manila: National Museum, Intramuros & Esplanade Pasig river.. for nature/Beach tripping: Boracay, Palawan, Benguet Rice Terraces etc. =)

[@fernandopena3138]

You also near in the SM city its along edsa its nice mall if you want to explore

[@gamingadventureyt6887]

Hi Guys! All government offices including public schools are obliged (by Law) to have Flag Ceremonies (Singing the National Anthe' during Flag Raising and Flag Lowering) every MONDAY morning right before they start their respective work (08H00) and every Friday Afternoon right after they close (17H00), respectively. Jo from the South of France

[@yourMARKIE143]

What a great blog❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@offtothenextadventure]

From all that heat, the poverty, the traffic, and all sorts of negativity, the Filipino people still find ways to smile and laugh. Wherever they go around the world, they always bring that positive side of the people with them. Unbelievable people and perspective about life! Don’t ever ever ever lose that charm Philippines!

[@GlenAndMado]

I’m always saying the same thing, they have a special energy which just makes you smile also. We love the country and people. No matter where you go! They live it hard and enjoy the most simple things at times.

[@offtothenextadventure]

@@GlenAndMado they understood the aspect of life perspective decades ago without knowing the word existed.

[@DrifterGaming]

Mary Grace is really good and local. Be sure to go back and taste their cheese rolls. And at the chicken place he was offering you Mang Tomas, a really good local sauce that goes with almost anything fried. That monument on the roundabout was for the boy scouts that died in a plane crash in that area. That's why the streets are named Scout [Boyscouts' Names]. If you want a younger local vibe nearby, go to CubaoExpo during a weekend afternoon to evening. Don't hesitate to DM if you need ideas for places to see!

[@ericmjrs798]

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

[@GlenAndMado]

Thanks! 😃

[@teresitapagsolingan157]

Welcome to philippines and enjoy your tour ,in Manila go to mall of Asia Fort Santiago,Luneta Park and youbgovyo Tagaytay.

[@choihernandez2880]

NEW SUBS HERE.WELCOME TO THE LAND OF FRIENDLIES PEOPLE IN THE WORLD🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭♥️♥️♥️

[@garthmasa4459]

Jeepneys aint like taxis or grab, it has designated jeepney/bus stop points along a route. You cant just randomly stop at any point between these points.

[@GlenAndMado]

I loved them! they helped me on so many occasions!

[@yssad.958]

Was this a throwback coz i noticed some of Christmas decorations on the video 😂. Manila is so diverse yeah

[@tinanugget5419]

Welcome to Manila guys woohooo 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭♥️♥️♥️💯

[@bergutierrez]

Places to see in Makati... Glorietta, Greenbelt and One Ayala. In Manila, best to see Intramuros.