LOCALS ONLY - Don't Bring Your Girlfriend Here!

[@ProvinceSmile]

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[@wd2001]

I know lots of people say this, but you are going to be big! Keep up the great work! 😀

[@richardcarr5101]

We’re on a similar journey. It started with Christian Filipina as well. And you are right, your Filipina will take you places where you’re the on kano. It’s great! I love my Filipina to the moon. Christian Filipina for the win!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you my friend! :)

[@IanCrouse]

Once again, this is another fantastic video. When I started researching retirement places, my OCD would cringe at the mangled powerlines above. Now, they symbolize something more chaotic than my mental abyss.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, at first they really stood out to me. But when you see it everywhere you stop noticing. haha

[@leonardlavorato4701]

Extremely well narrated and well put together video. I too have an LDR thru Christian Filipina that I’ve been with for a little over a year now and going back for Christmas next month. I watch a lot of video channels based on foreigners in the PHilipines on KZbin and yours is my favorite. Keep doing your thing and best wishes for you and Joy.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you so much! :)

[@Frankie433]

Have no clue why this got recommended, maybe it's a sign that the girl I'm currently chasing isn't for me 😂 Love the way you narrated plus Joys' voice put me in such a peaceful state ❤

[@oviecarroll126]

Brother I am so so happy for you that you found such happiness. As I sit here this morning as Gladys is in the shower listening to Christmas and Christian music as she showers I am reminded (as I constantly am with nearly everything she does) how incredibly lucky I am to have found such a perfect person for me.

[@ProvinceSmile]

I love hearing that. :) May God continue to bless you and your life. :)

[@jellymadrigal5879]

Can’t go wrong with Christmas music while in the shower 🤙🏾

[@LeahandBlair]

Great editing and voice over. Good story telling. 😊

[@ryanorr3717]

I was there back in February and this video sums up my experience almost perfectly, especially my inability to research and book a hotel.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! I'm not alone in my confusion. :)

[@grimprinter640]

Joy is a real sweetheart, congrats my friend!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you! Yes she is. :)

[@NeilTVPlus]

I love how you narate so relaxing

[@davidheyes4771]

Really enjoyed your content, very good narration too, kind regards from England 🍻👍 ps subscribed.

[@danrabenhorst2387]

best quality videos around. shocked to see only 10k subs

[@KraZieKC]

We love the constant video uploads! Thank you!

[@ClementOngera]

Thank you for sharing your life with us. I find the choice of your words to be fascinating, take for example Joy's words "Quick Girls" and your words "Locals Only" in this video, who would've linked them together! Hence, I find myself going back to your videos again and again, not only for both of your memories and experiences, but the play of words too! Keep the videos coming brother!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thanks you my friend. I'm glad you are enjoying them. They are really fun for us to make. :)

[@mikeyslife241]

Very well done, you surely got a knack for this, keep it up bro!

[@jellymadrigal5879]

In reality, a foreigner would be a lot safer in those neighborhoods than a local person who doesn’t reside in that particular area. I like the way you narrate your story, kuya. I’ll subscribe 👍

[@ProvinceSmile]

Interesting. You really think so? Thanks for your thoughts. :)

[@jellymadrigal5879]

@@ProvinceSmile Growing up there, we were always reminded by our parents of the dangers that lurk, and I’m sure Joy heard the same things too. That’s what you hear from her now to keep you alert and safe, especially from other women 😂. The longer you stay in Manila, and the more the locals get to know you and vice versa, people get friendlier and cozier. They wanna get to know a foreigner, an American especially. Your friendly gestures will go a long way and will be returned hundred-fold. Learn some Tagalog words along the way and you’ll be fine.

[@EdwinCV-dh8qc]

Great video guys 👍

[@nadasurf9009]

Love this channel long time!

[@gerbourke1952]

I lived in makati for a while. Bell Air 2 on jupiter Street Hate the city. I'm in the province now and couldn't be happier

[@MIKEYLOLOLOL]

Next level editting, very amazing, i'm talking to a filipina for a month almost and we are already liking eachother allot, it's also from the CF dating website. I hope to meet her within a year, only problem is i have a dog that nobody can walk or touch else i'd be with her right now. Thank you for your amazing video i'll keep supporting you !

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thanks so much for the support! Congrats on finding a girl too. God bless your trip next year. :)

[@Corona_Paul]

Loved the Cyber punk music mixed with your Makati night scene. Enjoying all your content bro 👍 One day I'll go meet my filipina in Southern Leyte so watching your experience makes it so much more exciting for me. Thanks bro.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Awesome. Glad you are heading there yourself. You are gonna love it. :)

[@MichaelPeters-s7u]

Another wonderful video. I met my fiancé through Christian Filipina. I was going to return to visit my Filipina in December but had to put the visit off until March. Get to see the Philippines during Easter/Holy Week. Would love to meet you and Joy sometime if ever given the opportunity.

[@charlessanchez3148]

The name of your channel: "Province Smile" is the best name you could of chosen. Like the lady that told you that she "really liked" your first video: I feel the same. Joy and you have awesome personalities: soft spoken. I liked Joy the first time I saw her when she met you at the airport. Her smile was warm and sincere. I watched other youtube videos by expats in the Philippines: yours is my favorite. I hope that you two find happiness together in your lives. You both are fortunate to have found each other. Godspeed!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Awe, thank you so much. I appreciate your warm comment. :) Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind words.

[@mrdabolina7344]

Men you are funny, keep up the good work, all the best for you and your lady. Happy new year. From Oz

[@Pinkygirl1391]

Omg sis!!😂 we had same experience! Back then It was my firstime going to makati. Then some foreigner's asking me out maybe bcoz they thought im one of those pick up girls😅 It's late when i realize that the place where i keep sitting was usually the area for pick up girls waiting for customer.😂 It so scarry but funny😂😂😂 Btw. Another great video! Love it❤❤

[@joytejo8103]

Yes sis that's crazy experience on my birthday night 😂

[@Ericandcindysadventures]

😂😂 happened to me as well. I was outside our hotel at late night waiting for the grab food delivery. 😂😂😂

[@joytejo8103]

@@Ericandcindysadventures i though its only happened to me😂

[@hippie.matt.]

Awesome, I'll be in Makati for 5 days over new years 🎉

[@ronprince1478]

😊Thanks

[@cliffyMac]

Another positive comment. Love love you and Joy . She is a sweet sweet girl, I'm so happy for you. Your a natural at making your content. Love it.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you so much 🤗 I just decided with this video to do KZbin full-time now. So I'm hoping I can put out one video per week now instead of only 2 a month. :)

[@stevenharris1460]

It's true, a local will get you into some areas where foreigners never go. I was dating a Filipina and she took me back to the shanty town she grew up in, Davao for New Years. Best party of my life. I got caught by myself at one stage and it was obvious this guy was going to rob me until another guy came over and told him who i was there visiting. The robber was freaked out and tried to make normal conversation but he was visibly uncomfortable.

[@hughphillips1427]

Great videos, my wife is Filipino we live in the UK. I am 59 but people think I am younger. My wife is 37. We have a son of 5. I have two daughters of 21 and 15 from a previous marriage, my ex wife is Japanese . Thankfully my wife and the kids get on very well together. I have only visit the Philippines once, but looking forward to going again. My wife was living in Dubai when we meet.

[@iainwolstencroft3764]

My word. Joy is so high maintenance. I don't know how you manage!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! I’m way more high maintenance than she is. She’s just pure relaxing to be around.

[@joytejo8103]

😂😂😂

[@wildfuture.network]

Why did you need a dating coach exactly and spend a bunch of money when all you need to do is to head to Pinalove? You're not ver skilled with girls to say the least but you're a great videographer! High quality content and great story telling!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! Yeah, a dating coach sounds kinda lame. It was more just my contact on the site if I had any questions.

[@samlloyd6197]

Always enjoy your content hope you make it back soon, I think this is your new home

[@ProvinceSmile]

I already have my tickets to come back February 18th. :)

[@FREEDOMfromRULE]

Another super video pal 😎

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you so much! :)

[@nicholascherry5962]

I also ended up in the Makati hoods. I need a late night money exchange for $700. This girl I'd been seeing took me to a makeshift shack and we had a nice transaction. Lots of locals always perk up and are happy to see me out there :)

[@jacktough]

You always seem to find the best time of year to go. Is there ever a time when it's not crazy hot/humid there?

[@mikeflair6800]

It is good to see a younger man with nice Filipina girl...much more natural.

[@waltgreen8759]

AGRs are very natural.

[@ProvinceSmile]

I might look younger but I'm 48 now. People think I'm in my 30's. We do have a 17 year age gap. ;) But she makes me feel like I'm 30. Thanks so much for the comment and support!

[@ripvanwinkle3432]

​@@waltgreen8759this lol most young men have nothing to offer a woman his own age. This is the bs western propaganda.

[@JvariW]

@@ProvinceSmileaging like wine

[@jeh1333]

So, you are an agiest! Ageism is as bad as RACISM!

[@i-am-your-conscience]

The word hospital means not so much here - as so often, you have to ask and research. In Makati, you could have also get of course a western standard clinic. If you have to go again, go to the St. Lukes Medical Center, from your hotel it is just 15 minutes with Grab. (Or, in your case half Trike, half Grab.. Other option would be Joyride or Angkas, which are apps for Motorbike Taxi, you are just a passenger on the motorbike. The fastest way to get around in a big city.) In walking distance of your vicinity, you cant expect any decent hospital - but in Makati, of course there is. But if you felt taken care of and well, thats nice. I think one of the greatest shocks for an american is the hospital bill of 4 Dollars :D

[@moderndaydrifter4672]

Leez in makati is a decent place to stay.its just around the corner from the filling station.

[@torbjrnmelbye6823]

I rented for one night at a Red Doorz hotel in Makati. Close to airport. That neighbourhood was just for locals. A man approached us when we were searching for a place to eat, he said " good you're two, not safe" but only one night there

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, it's a good experience but I don't need to stay there again. haha

[@AcousticMusicClub]

I would love to hear about your production workflow. I love the music and graphics. What tools do you use?

[@ProvinceSmile]

Right now I mostly just use Final Cut Pro for editing and effect. It takes we WAY too long to edit at around 3 to 5 days per video. I wish I could speed up but I'm just too picky with the edit.

[@ProvinceSmile]

And some of the music is my own but most is licensed.

[@malyharel7310]

Thank you for the video,it is sad to see that poor filipino locals has to live away from the luxurious place in Makati. I hope those investors and Philippines politicians do something for the poor people in the Philippines to progress their life.

[@chrisellis9689]

I will be finding myself in this very position in march next year, as iv been in a ldr for 2 months now and coming over thete to meet her. As iv never bern to Philippines im in all kinds of not know where to go or stay in manila for the first 3 days. I mentioned this area to her and said makati isnt the best place to stay at. But seeing this amazing vlog makes me feel much better. My gf told me is the high area of bars,sex workers and seedy people. Thank you fir your amazing vlog and great information. While im here what is you thought of choices boracay or palawan island to stay. Im not sure which one to choose to go to

[@JonS441]

Ah you may want to keep doing some more research. Like this is straight from Google. "Makati is a city in the Philippines’ Metro Manila region and the country’s financial hub. It’s known for the skyscrapers and shopping malls of Makati Central Business District, and for Ayala Triangle Gardens, an area dotted with trees and sculptures. Ayala Museum houses the Filipinas Heritage Library and craft collections documenting the country’s history." Its also where all the Embassies are located. The Bar District ? Its like basically a single street called P Burgos. Before BGC was built, Makati had all the best shopping malls and restaurant areas. Not the cheapest place to shop or stay though. Because its aimed at wealthier Business people. So actually not so seedy at all then. I would think your GF is just trying to keep you away from seeing any bars or competition. But there are actually Bars all over Manila. Oh and if you are flying in, Makati is just the easiest trip, 15 min from airport via skyway at night. So where this video is located, Yeh this is not what I would call Makati at all. As for somewhere to stay, if Not Makati, then likely Near BGC mall would be the next best for a first visit. Oh but wait, thats just below Makati. and even closer to the Airport. What can I say. Google Maps is your friend. There is also Mall of Asia. Left side of the airport.

[@blackgrandpa7652]

Those burger steaks are called Salisbury steaks here in the west and yeah they're good with gravy and mashed potatoes 😋

[@spectremanLIVE1]

Been there, done that, bro. After a couple of nights of using the ice in my drinks, I had to go to to a hospital near Paranaque. It felt like the place was in a state of perpetual remodel. How about that Mall of Asia with a hidden ICE SKATING RINK at the entrance!!!

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! That's exactly how the hospital felt. You know, I didn't even see the Ice Skating Rink. We much have entered from a different side. :)

[@theverdict4322]

I was in manila for 21 days in april 2022 i see almost zero forenger. Geeenbelt is super nice. 40 peso at ukay ukay😊

[@Bronx_Yankee]

You are like a Jolly Green Giant walking the Earth

[@AlvinFujioka]

great video. found your channel couple weeks ago and went back to view all your videos. my wife is from siargao island where u went but she lives on the northern part of the island where its still peaceful. i first went there 30 years ago and there wasnt much than. went back and see so many changes on the southern part and lots of tourist and good for the economy. although created lots of jobs i still like the peaceful life of the phil. my wife still have family there so we can visit when we want too. she even built a house there. btw u shared so much about joys life and we interested if u can share a bit about yourself. i saw in one of the videos u from idaho. would be nice if u can do a video of where u come from. i observed in one of the video you are divorced. do u have kids? do u have plans to live in the phil or if u get married u will bring joy back to usa? does your job allow u to work online and work from the phil? great channel. really enjoy your content.

[@AlvinFujioka]

i agree u should more videos. your videos will attrack lots of viewers. when u first came out u had 30k-70k views. than when u slowed down ur views went down. maybe viewers not patient enought to wait. i know u will pick up cause your content is really good. good luck

[@guillermone1]

Now that was very interesting when you said that Filipinos point with their lips. I thought that was a particular cultural characteristic only from by natives of the from the Dominican Republic who also do the same. Now I am wondering if it was something inherited during Spanish colonization.

[@glendubsadventures801]

Yeah I was the sideshow when I was there. I'm 6'5 300lbs my wife is 4'10 and petite. Everyone was calling me the big show.

[@MrHeart1]

No place in the world like the BGC, I enjoy staying in that area as much as possible. I would love to have a place there in the future but my wife's heart belongs in the small city areas near Pampanga. I can't wait to move to PI to live there for the rest of my life

[@ProvinceSmile]

Awesome! Good luck with your future move to the PH. :)

[@izzyshootsiphone]

I have so many filipino friends here in las vegas, I want to visit that place so much 😆

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yes!!! :)

[@cowboymcq6711]

I couldn’t handle all that city Chaos my mind would be an overload mode

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, it's pretty intense. I don't think we will plan to ever go back there. haha

[@danielito3766]

Just normal scene. Dont be scared. Friendly locals.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Thank you! I think Joy's reaction is what made me the most nervous. But everyone we interacted with was super friendly. :) Thanks for the comment.

[@i-am-your-conscience]

@@ProvinceSmile Fellow filipinos are often the most afraid, or are just overprotective when it comes to foreigners. You can even go to Tondo or whatever and people are just nice and friendly. And some are also warning of Mindanao, even though the problems they had there are many years ago.

[@ProvinceSmile]

@@i-am-your-conscience That's great to hear. Yeah, Joy seemed way more nervous than me. But I know women are always afraid of things that guys don't seem to ever worry about. One time Joy told me "Even though women can be strong and brave, they are still always afraid." I'm looking forward to being more used to everything so that I know what to expect more. :) Thanks so much for your help!

[@vince1012]

Ha! I went to the same hospital for food poisoning. (I meant to go to Makati Med)

[@wildfuture.network]

99% of the Philippines is like that. It's really only Makati and BGC that looks more developed. I love the Pinoy mess and in over 10 times there and over a year in total nothing ever happened to me so even if the area looks poor it doen't mean it's not safe!

[@NSScom]

Tricycles have zones they work in. They are only aloud to work in t he zone they are registered in. My wife bother-in law owns a trike in Marikina

[@ProvinceSmile]

It does make sense to have zones. It has such a different feel in places with trikes. I love the trikes by the way. :) I wish we had them in America.

[@jamesteele5726]

I did find my "Joy", except her name is not Joy of coarse.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Awesome! :) Congrats to you!

[@siscointernational]

At 6:09 it was Kare Kare, not my favorite but a lot of people love it. Too peanut buttery for me 😂

[@ProvinceSmile]

:) One day I'll have all the names memorized. haha!

[@siscointernational]

@@ProvinceSmilewhat’s great is the more you eat the easier it gets 😂

[@danielito3766]

Dont be too cheap on acccommodations If cheap this is what u get.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha, yeah. I'm learning. ;)

[@billbradley2480]

Only 200 Pesos for a emergency hospital visit? In USA it’ll cost 16,000 - 20,000 Pesos for emergency room visits.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, I was shocked. :)

[@claytoncogmonjr.3862]

Omg you’re 5’10??? 😂😂😂 I’m that same height I was sure you were around 6’2 😭😭😭

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! Yep, I look so tall over there. I feel really big too. It's a strange feeling for the first time in my life.

[@MrWaterbugdesign]

Businesses are rated high mostly because of fake reviews. You can buy reviews no problem. You can buy YT subs, Facebook friends, whatever you want.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Very true. That might have been the reason. But it seems like it was more because only Filipino's stayed there from that area. And it is very fancy compared to how most people live in that area.

[@LuisaLaxamana-rk7yz]

Its looks like you been there already..how do you Know that place?

[@ProvinceSmile]

@LuisaLaxamana-rk7yz he found it on booking.com 😊

[@amievil3697]

FYI: Having a Filipina with you is always a good idea as a kano!!!

[@ReyvenBergado-tf2sc]

That what will happen if you don't have money to pay for accommodation.you should have money so that you have a good accommodation

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yes, I don't have money. I just took a row boat to the Philippines with a little knapsack and a few sandwiches. haha

[@ReyvenBergado-tf2sc]

@@ProvinceSmile you should have just swim it's free.

[@brencasido6262]

❤❤❤

[@ProvinceSmile]

:)

[@CharlesBrown-q8q]

I could not agree more about the footpaths,

[@williewasahippie]

PI needs to hire some cable management engineers for their various utility lines. lol

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha! Yeah. :)

[@mikerussell7366]

I been comming here since 2011 stay four months at a time.its like anywhere else in the world.just have to use your brain.but its much more safer than i live in nyc

[@johnevans8328]

ya I tried Christian Phillpina.....to expensive for this child support paying old man.....met my lady on Pina Love......didnt have to pay anything. And hopfully soon in 2024 I will be moving to her.

[@1.5Deg_Is_NonNegotiable]

I have to admit, I got a little weepy at that first video too....

[@ProvinceSmile]

I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos! :)

[@GuamPhotoLife]

hahaha how funny, I was just here exploring with, of course my filipina girlfriend lol

[@ProvinceSmile]

I love the adventure and culture shock. I hope you had a great time too. :)

[@GuamPhotoLife]

@@ProvinceSmile its just amazing, i’m a bit of a strange one as i’m a Filipino that grew up very westernized so i’m rediscovering my culture, but a lot of what you see and observe is very much similar to my experiences.

[@ProvinceSmile]

@@GuamPhotoLife Very interesting. :) Well, thanks for chiming in with your thoughts.

[@RanaureliFarm]

Seems like a real doggie area, good that Joy was there to guide you around 😂

[@ProvinceSmile]

I’m sure I could get used to it if I were there more. I’m just not a city person anymore, with all the dense crowds, but it was a good experience. :)

[@RanaureliFarm]

@@ProvinceSmile Yes, I can understand what you mean as I share similar sentiments

[@frankiefernandez9225]

❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭💙💙💙

[@jaymeez]

The food was good?! Where did you get those taste buds from? Typically KZbinrs say the food in the Philippines is good because they know the audience is huge in the Philippines and they want to stay on their good side. Since I’m not a KZbinr I have no problem saying the only good thing in the Philippines cuisine is Lumpia.

[@dwightperry9811]

I would hate to be an electrician there

[@wave1806]

You are different from foreigners that visit Philippines, most of them like sketchy places of Manila like Tondo & Divisoria and they are not complaining Just be careful when you roam around at night except in BGC & Makati business area You are complaining in small hotel & sketchy place ..why did you book there in the first place

[@ProvinceSmile]

I actually love all the sketchy places we have stayed in so far. It's just annoying when it's deceptive advertising. But it's my fault for not understanding the situation better. I do love it exploring though. Perhaps this video just came across wrong. And yes, bathrooms always feel super small to me. Thanks for the comment.

[@wave1806]

@@ProvinceSmile Don't worry you'll be sàfe just go with the flow with locals ... Enjoy 🇵🇭🙏

[@ProvinceSmile]

@@wave1806 Thank you! :)

[@georgeclarke2258]

Filipinos are wonderful people, but not all of them. If you are an obvious foreigner then you are a target Always be armed

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, I can see that I attract attention everywhere. Most are wonderful people. Some are not so much. haha Thank you for the advice. I'm not sure what the laws are for that but I need to look into it. :)

[@georgeclarke2258]

@@ProvinceSmile you can’t buy a gun there, but if you have a wife, she can. I ALWAYS carry a switchblade just in case and my wife has the gun in her purse

[@mlh4711]

I've heard of Christian Filipina but filipinas are typically not christians. If ur looking for a good girl aren't you restricting your options by going this route?

[@ProvinceSmile]

About 80% consider themselves Catholic. But I was looking for a Christian girl, not necessarily catholic.

[@lostlarry007]

Personally, I think if this area seems dangerous to you and you are having anxiety, you need to move back to the USA. This area is nothing compared to others.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Haha. Return to your safe space! Sounds like something a true modern American would say. ;) I don't live in the Philippines. I just visit for a few weeks at a time. So obviously it's all new to me as any new experience is uncomfortable at times.

[@lostlarry007]

@ProvinceSmile just picking on you a little. Enjoy your life. I love the Philippines. I have never felt unsafe there. I wish you great success and fun

[@ProvinceSmile]

@@lostlarry007 Thanks so much. :) I guess I did take your comment a little to seriously. I appreciate your response.

[@achtungbaby2009]

slum dogs paradise

[@kevinburke8349]

I lived in philippines sents 1990, I call this going native ,you don't want to live this way for a American, It's 3rd world in the city.back roads.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Yeah, I see what you are saying. :) Thanks for the comment.

[@MrPeterpan1954]

😂😂😂😂

[@bannertraveller5879]

All these guys go to PI and pick the first girl they see. So much better out there in every way

[@ShinKatokShorts1]

Rvmd

[@Thephilipcartmelexperience]

Hate Makati. I got robbed in broad daylight.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Oh wow. Well, I don't need to go back to Makati anymore. I saw everything I needed to see. :)

[@soiraider2201]

Still doesn't compare to Thailand on absolutely everything! Except I do like the Phillipinas very much.

[@ProvinceSmile]

Someday. :)

[@samlloyd6197]

If you’re in the Davao City area I would gladly take you and girlfriend out to lunch or dinner with us

[@irisbaez1972]

filipins is a jungle.

[@internationalfranchisealli5547]

Filipino food has no chance against Thai food

[@MaynardMorales-ls4oq]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@ProvinceSmile]

:)