Is ILOILO better than MANILA?!

On my recent trip I got to experience Iloilo City in it's true glory. So far I have only been here during festival season. This time around it is quieter and I was able to explore a little more, but this brought up a question. Is Iloilo City better than Manila?? And could I live here??
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[@MakingithappenVlog]

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[@edr_tv]

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[@criseldaibajan7892]

Visit my beloved hometown DAVAO CITY ..... stay here

[@engr100viki5]

my best bro thank you for your huge respect against cpec friendship countries lot of love from your cousin viki 💙

[@Timichael]

I miss Iloilo. When I retire, I want to live in Iloilo... For me, it remains to be the Queen City of the South

[@moniquechavez1911]

Thank you for visiting. "The City of Love", Iloilo, Philippines. We hope you enjoyed your stay and vlogged. More power and Good Luck! 🙂

[@jchavez1431]

Iloilo City is more of a home than a tourist destination. I love how laid-back my city is.

[@ArJay1688]

Yeah. It's more like a retirement city.

[@jenell73]

The great thing about Iloilo City is its location. It's easier to travel almost anywhere in the Philippines as it is located at the heart of the country. Plus, it is less stressful to live in Iloilo City.

[@Snow-uu3wb]

Iloilo is the best place for retirement!!! Food is more cheaper and a lot seafoods and veggies variations to cook for and people are very friendly,sweet and caring!

[@tantingtagamolila9888]

If you want to live in a less hectic environment, cut expenses, interact with the most loving/affectionate and sweet-sounding people in the country and experience a relaxed life style, then it is Iloilo.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Yes so lovely :)

[@georgevlogs7710]

No heavy traffic as well.

[@dankennethjavier6775]

And to connect more to environment within the city

[@chinogaspar5500]

@@MakingithappenVlog Iloilo is a first class highly urbanized city but the cost of living is lower, as well as the crime rate, less stress too because traffic is not really an issue compared to Manila, it's like enjoying both worlds, City and the countryside. By the way there's a new mall that just opened it's expansion area (Vista Mall) and soon their "Georgia" BGC like business park. Definitely Iloilo is an important, amazing and more exciting city in the coming days. Enjoy and Stay safe.

[@iliketotrollppl8831]

yeahh not unless ur not in a computer shop ppl be startin fights when they lose bets here

[@Dareeeaaaaa]

I was in Iloilo for a month back in university for my on the job training at Guimaras. Fell in love with the city. I love how clean it is, food was good, Ilonggos are nice and so many beautiful places to see. It’s not crazy busy like Manila. Just beautiful memories.

[@edwardlawler9487]

Been living in Iloilo for over 8 years from Miami. Awesome place and I love the same way I do in Miami. If you move enjoy it tons to do plus freedom mentally ✌️

[@iamkuroma5405]

Iloilo City has the best urban planning in all of PH Cities. I am from Cebu and I've been into Iloilo a couple of time and other PH cities and indeed Iloilo does it better than others in terms of urban planning.

[@francisflora3406]

because iloilo learn from Manila and Cebu

[@armandosune3839]

Yes, ILOILO learned from the mistakes made by Manila and Cebu. ILOILO is prudent enough to avoid the horrible urban mistakes of Manila and Cebu. And now, ILOILO residents, locals and expats, are enjoying ILOILO CITY and the METRO. ILOILO. This prudence, reflected in the excellent urban planning of METRO ILOILO, makes it truly the Genuine and ORIGINAL QUEEN CITY OF THE SOUTH. Congratulations, Ilonggos!

[@lancefortaleza3665]

A tiny city is more manageable than big ones.. that is why

[@lancefortaleza3665]

And wat urban planning are u specifically talking about?

[@iamkuroma5405]

@@lancefortaleza3665 you shoud never be asking the question if you know it. especially when you've been to these places. Well, Manila is still the capital and Cebu is still the Queen City of the South.

[@dwanieconlu1777]

One of the changes especially in malls and some public places is the proliferation of musicians/buskers. For me it is a welcome change. These talented people bring joy to the crowd.

[@jchavez1431]

Iloilo City recently won these awards this week: Rank 1 - Most Improved Local Gov't Unit Rank 1 - Gov't Efficiency Rank 7 - Infrastructure Rank 3 - Resiliency Rank 7 - Overall Most Competitive City in the Phil. Special Citation - Most Business-friendly City

[@jkdida8516]

Pero mahina ang supply ng tubig sa Iloilo at yon po yong medyo nakakasira po sa lugar

[@jchavez1431]

@@jkdida8516 saan yan?

[@jkdida8516]

@@jchavez1431 sa mga ibat ibang part ng city. Naexperience ko yon kasi nakatira ako mismo sa iloilo. Wag po sana palinlang agad sa mga magagandang tanawin.

[@jchavez1431]

@@jkdida8516 indi ko ka relate kay electric water pump gamit namon sa tubig, indi nawasa.

[@zenymasa6848]

we also use both electric water pump and poso. so we enjoy our water supply in Villa Arevalo. there are some areas but not in all areas.

[@portiapamillo6888]

The best part IMO about the coffee shops in Iloilo City is that many of the shops would source their coffee locally--the beans are grown and processed within the province.

[@porkadobo5035]

Mike, there are SO MANY beautiful beaches and mountains to visit here in Panay. The great thing about them is that they are "hidden gems" that aren't advertised as much as places like Boracay. Try looking them up! 💯

[@ArJay1688]

It's a laid back city. i live in Iloilo. To me, if u just want to get away from it all, Iloilo is a place to be.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Its very chill :)

[@brynels.9189]

@@MakingithappenVlog Truly that's the word. Chill.

[@Chichihannie_360]

For me Iloilo is my 2nd home because evertime I visit my place in Iloilo City. Because its far from the city like Manila. Because Iloilo is like refresh placs if you want peace at all also the environment is different from manila. Yes because it's cheaper in the food but the road trip you wanna go is like good because they have different place you wanna stay also safe place for me.

[@cmvee4622]

Ilongga subscriber here since your your first time Boracay experience with Nelly..Although you both decided to go on separate ways, i still watch your vlogs..Enjoy our city, where Love reigns..

[@georgetteger2379]

Good to see yourself Mike that you are opening a door to a new life n a new you. Depression and lonliness would bring you down. Yes! Mike whatever you need to improved your innersoul make it happened. Fight fight fight for joy than....Take care and may God bless you to what you are searching that makes you alive n vibrant "the new Mike". 😊As this phrase of a song says, "A long an widing road...." Go go go...

[@091782]

Welcome to our city, Iloilo City Mike! Iloilo was awarded the Most livable city in Asia so there is no doubt, the city captured your heart. If you like a slow-paced lifestyle in a highly urbanized city in the Ph, where the cost of living is low, then you definitely move to Iloilo City!

[@mafexgancia7869]

Hi Mike! I'm from Iloilo and to be honest it's one of the most nice places in the Philippines. It's so easy to have a property in Iloilo. Ilonggos are loving, hospitable etc. Enjoy Iloilo!!!proud Ilonggo here....I'm not living in Iloilo but one day I will retire there.Goodluck!

[@rachelagado7943]

Iloilo is the most coolest place. people are Calm and Ilonggo's are accommodating.. We are proud to be a part of that City .. An ilongga here watching from Hongkong 👌👌❤️

[@wbulauitan]

there is a canadian couple vloggers who is making Iloilo their homebase... hope you will try it too.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Yes I saw

[@Grishnak777]

Iloilo is numerous parks, riverside esplanades, bike lanes, wide boardwalks and lanes.

[@princesseculla1369]

Iloilo is peaceful place, yes u can stay here in Iloilo and explore more wonderful places

[@arlynsaracho3319]

Yes! It is time to move to iloilo Mike! Properties are cheaper, food is so good and people are so friendly and helpful. Plus so much to vlog about the panay and the visayas region! Can't wait for d next vlog!

[@A-Non69]

Location, location, location. Iloilo City is in strategic location as we call the heart of the Philippines since it is located in the center. With International airport that is an hour to Manila, Cebu and couple of hours to Clark and Davao. Singapore and Hong Kong flights will resume by the end of the year and you can connect to all major airports in the world. You will have Guimaras Island in tour doorstep, Sicogon and Gigantes island in northern iloilo, Province of Antique and Capiz which is 4hours drive as well as the Most beautiful island of Boracay is 6hours aways from the City. Iloilo city it self has a lot to offer.

[@lancefortaleza3665]

International airport which has only two out of the country destinations.. Singapore and Hong Kong

[@davelewiscervantes7890]

I don't believe is a nice place to go..statistically speaking the city cannot be at par with the tourists arrival yearly as compared to Cebu city..

[@A-Non69]

Singapore and Hongkong are 2 international hub which can connect to other countries.

[@A-Non69]

@@davelewiscervantes7890 Iloilo may not be as big as Cebu in terms of tourist arrivals but it is not the measurement of how nice the place was. Boracay island has the most tourist arrivals as well and it is not the same as Cebu. Anyway Cebu is the same compare to Manila in terms of congestion and traffic.

[@_dadzilla4177]

Thank you for showcasing our city, Iloilo. Much love!

[@jimmydejulian7033]

Glad you visited Iloilo again! I still remember your happy Dinagyang experience with the 4 of you. Happy to see you again here. Wish you enjoy your short stop in Iloilo City.

[@james_last]

Yes!! Been to Ioilo just once for 4 days and I already want to move there..

[@litoyvillagracia799]

Thank u for coming back sir🙏❤️

[@MakingithappenVlog]

My pleasure!

[@rosegabucayan5429]

If you want a relaxing mode from super hectic schedules, visit Iloilo City.

[@seanortencio6174]

OH MY GOD MAN THAT WAS YOU HAHAHA. I’m that musician guy at 6:22 I EVEN REMEMBERED SINGING ONE MORE LAST SONG FOR YOU 😅 HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOUR STAY MAN!

[@donnaytheexplorer]

There is no place like home!!!Proud to be an ILONGGA!!!❤❤❤

[@dhayflores611]

Enjoy your life in iloilo city Mike. Our life is so precious. And go on for everything that you plan in yourlife things gonna be happen and let it be happen.

[@rosegomez9691]

You’re amazing! Enjoy your exciting trips in the Philippines.

[@naniepahuwayan9406]

Wow! Amazing! So beautiful and very captivating place! What a big change! How I wish I can go back in Iloilo soon and feel again it's cool ambience. The birthplace of my parents. I'm based here in Davao now. Sir Mike, have you gone to Iloilo's esplanades, I think it's one of the city's pride. Longest esplanades in the Philippines, if not mistaken. Thank you very much for featuring my ancestral province. Hope to be there soon.

[@jinggay325]

3pm here in Riyadh wondering what time you usually upload … this is my earliest😊coz I’m usually asleep at this time , always working night shift , your vlog is getting better and I can feel your energy is getting stronger , very informative too… hmmm now I’m encouraged to visit places too and specially the Kansi resto yesterday .

[@jjcadion]

There are many foreigners already living here in Iloilo. Less traffic and less stressful. Also we have the longest esplanade to walk every morning.

[@panobalayo1422]

thanks mike for visiting again in again to my city Iloilo,, be enjoy👍💪👏👏❤️🙏

[@brynels.9189]

Thank you Mike for appreciating our City. :)

[@valf.4589]

I love Iloilo City. Great place to settle. Less congested and more affordable than Manila.

[@maggieeugenio9848]

Wow! Ilo Ilo is one in my bucket list to visit when i go home for good. It seems very interesting to me. Thank you Mike for this vlog, now i have an insight how some places looks like.😘😍

[@FG-cc3qk]

Iloilo is an example of what good governance and enlightened citizenry can do to a place. Hopefully other cities in the Philippines can learn from Iloilo's example.

[@theporkys]

Welcome back! Come back for the Dinagyang festivities again ❤️

[@MakingithappenVlog]

WIll be there for sure

[@belsolte7593]

THEN MAKE IT HAPPEN !

[@arkandrada3305]

Please try any Coffebreak you see… That’s Iloilos coffee chain…😊😊😊 More power Mike…

[@lagunakid597]

If you're thinking business and pleasure, then Manila is the place. Iloilo is such a small city with less revenue than Manila. Remember, Manila has metro Manila and nearby industrial provinces around. If you want a simple life with small business to operate and away from city noise, then Iloilo is the perfect place for you. Good luck.

[@cjvaans4484]

Iloilo looks nice and laidback. If you want to get your own place there then go for it as its good to have a relaxing 2nd home.

[@vinnalizapescos6691]

I have lived in Manila,but lived in Iloilo almost all my life.I have also lived in Mindanao.Never living in Manila again.Nothing comes close to the quality of life here.It will take a miracle for me to move elsewhere.Just a trivia,Iloilo city was awarded as the most livable city in the Philippines few years back.

[@bingalba8102]

Thank you Mike for sharing. I can take a glimpse of my home city. I'm now residing in canada with my family for 25 yrs. Iloilo city is still the best place to live. We will retire and go home to iloilo city. Your vlog just confirms it for me. Lord willing we can visit soon. I really appreciate your vlog.

[@TheMarvs]

I love Iloilo. I would love to live there on my retirement. Kind people. Beautiful places. No traffic.

[@jaraza323]

What about Bacolod?

[@TheMarvs]

@@jaraza323 oh yeah! Bacolod! I was there during Masskara festival of 2013. I love Bacolod too ❤️

[@ålheaiNe]

Ohhh nooo. You’re back 😍🥰💜

[@Joepoe20041]

Iloilo should have a fully pledge International airport like Manila, Cebu and Clark. It doesn’t have a lot of foreign flights. I wish it had more.

[@romeobarnuevo5376]

Well, If there is great will from the Iloilo leaders; Governor, congressmen &;the mayors plus the businessmen they can get it! They really need to push this plan to the DPWH & to the President that Iloilo need that full pledge International Airport at par with Cebu, Clark or NAIA!

[@leelame8645]

You should come again for the dinagyang we never had it during pandemic . I am really looking forwad for that again to happen. Hope you can come Mike

[@Chef2210]

yes iloilo is a top choice mike,youre at the heart of the philippines you are close to everything and much cheaper less pollution less traffic awesome foods

[@macalaban2405]

Good to hear Mike love the iloilo injoy your stay

[@grasiefaith1446]

My opinion for you Mike is that time to move on new place, new beginning and new adventures. I tell you Iloilo would never let you down. Closer to other islands and it also has it's own unique beauty. Another thing is if you love historical place in the city then Iloilo has it all. I think Manila is just overrated and too expensive. All the best Mike stay positive stay awesome! Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 👍

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Thank you so much :)

[@darkngel4274]

Iloilo is the place that you can live and where you can start your travel list and tourist destinations. like bacold, cebu,Boracay, Palawan. mindoro, guimaras to davao

[@roselynblancaflor704]

Hi! Glad watching you while in Iloilo City. You are just nearby my place... Roxas City, the Seafood Capital of the Philippines. It is a two-hour ride by land from Iloilo City. You are welcome here...🤩

[@suskagusip1036]

Hi neighbor 👋 I'm close to you. Last town of Iloilo to the north. Mike should visit these towns San Enrique, San Rafael, Passi, Dumarao Capiz, Lemery, Ahuy, Sarah etc. Mountains and countryside ambiance. Fresh air, fresh produce, less noise ,air pollution as compared to the city. Hope Mike can travel to our towns including Antique...original cities from the Malay ancestry Iloilo, Capiz, Antique...Hala bira Iloilo. 😊

[@Younglola]

Wow! My fav province in the PH “THE CITY OF LOVE” where I was born❤. I just found your channel.. Thanks for featuring Iloilo👏

[@douie4529]

Try to stay in Iloilo for few months. its a friendliest place.

[@Camille-ie1ce]

I'm from iloilo and i'm proudly tl say "yes" cause its clean ,safe ,less traffic and our city is beautiful! Watch out for another NEXT BIG THING OF ILOILO 🤍Our mayor has a lot on working progress for our city #Beautification program 😍🥰

[@akolanggidja4153]

Iloilo is the best! Good food, sweet people and a safe place to stay!

[@escobarmarla72]

One of the reasons I relocated here is it is possible to make a living here, earn well and live a simple, relaxed life.🥰

[@farmdog3156]

Nice to see ourselves in your vlog Mike..we were on the car checking you out as you leave the Jaro Cathedral..hope you enjoy your stay here in Iloilo..the place to be! 💙❤💜💛💚

[@sallycubillas583]

WELCOME TO MY MOST LOVED PLACE ILOILO CITY YOU EXPLORE MORE YOU GONNA LOVE MORE IVE BEEN WATCHING YOUR VLOG SINCE YOUVE STARTED VLOGGING WHILE BEEN OUTSIDE PHILIPPINES WELCOME

[@mihyukie16]

I hope you will stay longer or visit from May to April because the "cherry blossom like tree" will bloom around diversion road and its beautiful too see the pink flowers.

[@irenecuesvlogs5971]

I am from iloilo and iloilo is one of the best city in the philippines 🥰

[@happysolitudetv]

I hope Iloilo maintains her timeless beauty and the fullness of her heart ❤️. I am an Ilongga and having roots from this humble but hearty province is something I can absolutely be proud of!

[@christiansilla1399]

I hope you can bring your business to Iloilo. You can showcase your product with much less competitor's compared to manila. I'm sure Ilonggo's will love it.

[@joms2885]

Nice vlog mike. 😊🙏🏻

[@tins9129]

You’re looking good and fresh Mike

[@ChinkedEyesFilipino]

Hey Mike, really enjoy your videos. You might bump into Americana Hilaw in Iloilo😊

[@magnahinojales9210]

Hopefully Mike you'll consider to expand your coffee business in Iloilo soon.. 😍

[@letecialaurea4771]

Iloilo is the best place to live in the philippines 🇵🇭 💕 ❤

[@las_aventuras_de_glenda]

Hello Mike hope you enjoy my hometown ! Stay safe.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

I did!

[@kimmhiechoi4785]

Thank u for exploring Iloilo city.God bless.

[@julietbarrios716]

Looking forward for more nice videos.Ilonggo ine !

[@pinoyhalo-halo7749]

The best thing about visayas is it is in the center of the country. Its easy to move from place to place..

[@jregie128]

Welcome to The City of Love Iloilo.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Thank you :)

[@kerwinrubia5934]

Hi mike good to see you visited my our home town…..not visiting it for almost 5years dut to pandemic…please shout out Architect Kerwin for your next video.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

hope you get to go soon

[@riaconradt2554]

Im Juni war ich ein paar Tage in Iloilo und ich fand die Stadt richtig schön und ich wollte bereits dort Immobilien suchen. Leider war mein Besuch zu kurz und konnte nichts finden. Ich werde bestimmt im Zukunft zurückgehen.

[@lyrioyong2972]

It is also near to boracay , you can go to caticlan by land through (van or ceres or by your on car)

[@maydoanepaspe1102]

Thanks for vlog about my home town, im proud that i lived on that place..😘🥰

[@yelguaro4652]

I want to meet you here. Hopefully i can see you around these days, Sir Mike 💗

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Back in manila already :(

[@yelguaro4652]

@@MakingithappenVlog Oh! It's okay Sir. Soon again. God bless 🤗 #Padayun

[@leesamontepositivevibes]

I might choose Iloilo than Manila for soooo many reasons.

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Iloilo is nice :)

[@jjcadion]

True. I don’t like staying in manila. So much traffic and very congested.

[@timsuarez8044]

I might be seeing a lot of you if and when you decide to move to Iloilo. It's my province. My children loves Iloilo and doesn't mind moving there

[@naniboy7266]

Iloilo is great,city of love 😃 thank you sir to wonderful vlog in Iloilo city.god bless 🙏

[@luneldemagajes4940]

Welcome to iloilo!☺️☺️☺️ Peaceful city of love 💕! GOD BLESS!🙏

[@evanspadonan8748]

Hello Mike I'm from iloilo tnx for promoting iloilo city.. Godbless u..

[@thislovelychu]

you are on the right intuition brother, you are feeling that way because maybe you are staying or visiting the heart of the Philippines... just saying love the video!

[@rosafloralianza7720]

Hi Mike! From Iloilo here. 😊 Welcome to the City of Love. ❤️

[@JoelQuimpo]

I feel far safer in Iloilo than in Manila.

[@agnesabogado]

Ilongga watching here this blog make us proud. Iloilo the city of love

[@BiboyJaranilla]

Welcome back to Iloilo ❤

[@kevinpanique1671]

Check out Damires Hills or Bucari Highlands in Iloilo .its like a mini baguio 🙂

[@edr_tv]

Mike 💪🏻❤️ Keep safe

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Hello there

[@elleceeme]

I hope you can visit rice fields so you can feel the provincial life

[@rowenaeucare7687]

WELCOME OUR CITY OF LOVE😍HOPE SOON U BACK IN DINAGYANG FESTIVAL IN LASTWEEK OF JANUARY 2023..ITS SO MUCH BEATS OF DRUMS AND DANCING ON THE STREET..FOOD FESTIVAL THE FOOD IS SO DELICIOUS...OUR CITY #1 GOOD GOVERNACE THIS YEAR AWARD..I MISS MY HOME SO FAR IM NOW IN HONGKONG..ENJOY UR VLOG

[@dankennethjavier6775]

Enjoy Mike. ganda jan.

[@beaverball_tv]

Grabe sobrang ganda ng iloilo... namiss ko yung lugar ko.. 90s time hindi ganito kaganda... you are sorrounding in a good place.. guimaras island, antique, also boracay, you can visit bohol or cebu.. by traveliing not far... you can go back in couple of hours in ILOILO.. You have a lot of place to visit and do some place visit by vlogging.. dont forget carles area a lot beaches and guimaras.. enjoy

[@arkandrada3305]

You don’t loose anything but the crowd…😊😊😊

[@adoraciondimaranan9975]

Hello Mike watching from California USA Mabuhay Godbless watching from Philippines 🇵🇭 😎

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Hello :)