Philippines I'm Out Of Here! - USA Here I Come!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

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[@JJthelonelybullinasia]

Taipei airport is pretty cool. Each Gate has a different theme. There's even a Hello Kitty theme. Safe travels buddy

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, it was very cool!

[@chocolatecookie8571]

Hello Kitty

[@Joshua_DeMoss]

Safe travels brother. Hope you have a great visit.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you, I will

[@jonathanport5002]

You come out of PI. Everything looks brand new. You are amazed at how together the Philippines naibours

[@nairb9321]

Driving is more organized in the US. I'm in Angeles City, Lizon and it is always chaos.

[@nairb9321]

Luzon.

[@lapulapupintado2892]

driving in any part of the Phils is crazy but you do get use it and I also like that there are No Tint Laws you get your car Limo Tinted all around and not get a ticket from the police. In California you are only allowed to tint the back half which sucks.

[@Koya_Sipanlog_Express]

The long road trips here with the beautiful, scenic and smooth interstate highways I would miss when I finally retire and live in Dauin in a couple of years.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I totally agree!

[@jerrythomas758]

Your spot on about the driving. It's one of the major things that's keeping me from going full time in the Philippines. 5 to 6 months a year is enough for me.

[@ByronWatts]

I stopped going through Manila in 2017. No need for most flights. Cebu is so much easier

[@roadtothephilippines8644]

That’s one of the things I instantly noticed when coming back from the Philippines 🇵🇭 was the open space on the roads with no congestion. Just lots of space in general, ie between houses and buildings… just so much open space everywhere

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I miss the open space.

[@davidevans474]

Good to see you go back and enjoy your kids life can be hard but you’re doing good . 😊

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I appreciate that

[@michaelcinthephilippines]

Enjoy Gio I had to do that trip from manila to chicago 3 times this year and I have only been with my fiancée only a year you will be ok for sure

[@TheUndesirableExpat]

Which airline flys that route?

[@garyjohn]

Great video Gio! I agree with you, when traveling through NAIA, you really have to allow at least 4 hours between flights due to transferring between airports, long lines and immigration. My recommendation is to avoid NAIA if possible.

[@cgheorgh]

Would you be able to get your DL on the spot? Here in Canada they send it to your address on file 4-6 weeks.

[@lavonyoung2366]

I just learned that long layovers ar not such a bad thing. Last week I flew from Dumaguete to Boracay and had 1 1/2 hour layover in Manila. It was lunch time though I would be able to get something to eat. The plane left Dumaguete 45 minutes late got to Manila and had to run to the boarding gate. When I got there I found that they changed gates so had to run to the new gate. I made the flight but no chance to get anything to eat. Longer flight delays in the Philippines is not always a bad thing.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Exactly!

[@MoralHazard-g1e]

Gio, two suggestions: one, open an account with Navy Federal Credit Union. Yes, US Army qualifies. They are uniquely attuned to expatriates needs. And, as the US re-enters PI, it is only a matter of time before they have a branch there. They already have a VoIP toll free international support line. And spend a day in South Dakota at a hotel to qualify for a SD Driver's license. It's good for 10 years and can be renewed online. It is really popular with permanent Mexico expats to get registration tags for their cars.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I have USAA. South Dakota, I plan on doing the next trip.

[@PK-nm8wu]

Welcome to Minnesota. Hope you have a great trip. Pack bug spray, my family all hang out in the Brainerd lakes area and the mosquitos are out! I was going to go up next week, but it's supposed to rain for a few days so I'm delaying my visit a bit. T-Mobile is a good choice with the international service they offer. I use it often from Thailand and have been with them many years.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, T-mobile is great. I will be in the Brainerd area this week myself.

[@michaelcinthephilippines]

I am working on a fiancée visa also so when I go she goes 2 of the 3 trips were unexpected trips I do understand it's a long journey be safe

[@marcofluff]

It is better to be refreshed on the way there. That sounds exhausting going straight there without a break .

[@GiointhePhilippines]

It ended up being a good thing.

[@marcofluff]

Are your sons ever going to visit you in the Philippines?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

My eldest son is thinking of going to college in the Philippines so absolutely yes.

[@marcofluff]

I'm dreading the day that I have to tell my little sicilian mom that im moving to the philippines someday ugh

[@GiointhePhilippines]

haha I had to do the same thing!

[@MrBriantennis]

Also GREAT current info on Enterprise for acceptimg filipino licsense n American debit card. VERY surprising news

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I was surprised too!

[@Mikeyyyy_L]

Glad things are working out with no glitches.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Me too!

[@ericschnibbe6570]

Safe travels! Lots of time on airplanes!

[@Roadglide59]

So great that you are there and getting everything taken care of. Long overdue. Enjoy 👏👏

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yes! Thank you!

[@stacy58306]

Gio have a good, safe time with your sons. Glad your trip from the Philippines wasn't too bad.

[@damncars2618]

I've made the trip about 10x now. Door to door is usually about 2 days. A delay could double the journey. All airports look the same after a while. Slow and steady wins the race. 😅 Best wishes and good luck.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, I had 11 hours added to my travels.

[@TomandAmyinthePI]

I would recommend GoogleFi for cell service- How much is the Your monthly bill with T-Mobile?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Around $50

[@TomandAmyinthePI]

@@GiointhePhilippines can you use your T-Mobile data in the Philippines?

[@ByronWatts]

Enterprise in Rochester (MN) _refused_ to rent a car to me on a debit card. Sucked big time. Still haven't gotten a credit card for various reasons but hoping I can avoid needing to rent a car for a while

[@huffingearoil]

And I thought coming from the west cost is a long journey. Man, that’s a trek!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Very long.

[@rcardoosuna6491]

Thanks for this informative video, do you happen to know if the DMV requires a U.S. physical address to renew a driver license?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

They do!

[@MrBriantennis]

Gio great video! What address did you give DMV for your American licsense? Did you give them.your mail forwarding company address or sonething else?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I used a family members physical address.

[@marcofluff]

@@GiointhePhilippines very smart!

[@DDK997]

So long holiday back to home to reconnect with your sons. Very nice. Now no matter what face they put on, meeting your first family will be an issue for any Filipina. Jealousy, insecurities are all likely to come out. Social media stalking, excessive messaging, frequent phone calls, constant complaining can all become a norm. Perhaps you can make a video on this topic including how Maya took this. BTW not intending to type cast Maya, but the issue as a whole in most relationships where a man has children from previous marriage. Perhaps you can interview men who live in Phillipines in similar situation.

[@chocolatecookie8571]

US hamburgers, Gio is on the way! Gio, please share with us how you experience the energy and vibe in the US. Does it feel good? Difference with PH? Do you feel comfortable? Have a good stay and safe trip back to PH later.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, I will do a video on that.

[@davidhoughton6087]

Will be moving there probably bohol we have talked many times great job DAD .I know they are going to cherish it forever

[@davidhoughton6087]

Definitely want and will meet you please show them boys the world Dad never new only you and maya and her beautiful daughter ❤ 💖 💕 💗

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Good morning Gio. Wow! I’m surprised, I didn’t know you had a trip planned to the US to spend time with your sons. Your boys will really enjoy the canoeing and fishing. Enjoy your time in your home country. I suppose you’ll be experiencing some reverse culture shock. I hope you video part of your trip. I’m still in Japan. In the future, I’ll be relocating from Japan to the Philippines.

[@johng5950]

Very good video and appreciiate you sharing the info. I am paying really close attention to everything you would need to go through in order to get your USA driver license renewed. Two quick questions: (1) Did immigration ask you a lot of questions considering that you have been out of the country so long? and (2) What address can people who live overseas use for the renewed drivers license? I would think DMV would not want a philipppine address, so do you think they will accept one of those virtual USA addresses that a lot of expats use (that accepts mail in america, where that service can forward mail overseas)? I have one of those while living overseas, so really interested in knowing if fine to use something like that. Unsure if DMV will require to see a USA utility bill in my name or something to prove that I truly live in the USA state before they will issue the license.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I'll update you after I'm at the DMV tomorrow morning.

[@DingusCirc]

Driving and the Food is a huge difference.

[@TheUndesirableExpat]

Good to know! My US license expired last year.

[@BruceCinader]

Good luck with the drivers license, it is now a star license, which means you prove identity with birth certificate, but passport may work instead.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I brought all that just in case.

[@Reveltrekker]

Nice little update. Enjoy making memories with your sons.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you, I will

[@BruceCinader]

Have fun and safe travels

[@passportbro7]

Happy 🐟 fishing 🎣

[@robinreah7053]

Thanks Gio. A lot of travelling but least you got some good rest. I really hope you enjoy your time with your son's. I look forward to seeing your next video. Take care mate.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you, I will

[@KP99]

Very cool to see you back in the States. Do we know how long you'll be here? Just a couple weeks, or is it maybe for the whole summer?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Not sure yet

[@leanbike4]

FYI: Rental car companies will put $200-$300usd hold (as a security deposit) when using a debit card.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Enterprise put no hold at all, just the charge.

[@brent2438]

Long journey. Safe travels. Dont forget to get some cheese curds when you go to Wisconsin camping😁

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I love cheese curds!

[@thomassnew1053]

Glad you are going to the U.S. Your son's will be happy to see you. Safe travels.... Tom in California

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks 👍

[@offthebeatenpathphilippines]

Hahaha I don’t know that I will be able to drive in USA lol it’s too calm and organized. I’ve got bad habits now that I’ve been living in PH and driving like a maniac 😂

[@GiointhePhilippines]

It was very weird for me lol

[@expatguideph]

Yayyy thanks for bringing us along with you, enjoy your trip and be safe. Aww Maya will miss you. Hope you'll show us Taiwan airport too, it's a very cool airport ☺️

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I will!

[@steveedina]

Welcome back and enjoy your trip! We actually live in Minnesota so maybe we're neighbors.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I am in Woodbury area.

[@steveedina]

@@GiointhePhilippines we are in Edina.

[@ThanaykhwamMai-ff4ni]

Happy bonding with ur sons , Gio. Have an enjoyable vacations there. God bless. Cheers🎉❤❤

[@GeoffsPhilsInfo]

Happy trip Gio, as you leave, I'll be travelling to Cebu for a month, all the best

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Safe travels!

[@belter59]

You will gain a greater appreciation for the philippines very shortly.

[@EdwinCV-dh8qc]

Gio,great see you made it friend.One question are you going to renew your passport? Stay save,no sky diving this time around 😂

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Not needed yet

[@Hukahey]

Wow what American airline did you fly on because they really made it easy and so unlike other experiences I have heard of. Fantastic service.

[@thinkforyourself9334]

Probsbly not an american airline.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Sun Country

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I was very impressed. They really took good care of us.

[@Hukahey]

@@GiointhePhilippines thanks Gio that’s really handy to know and thought it might have been Jet Blue. Travel safe !

[@edwinholcombe2741]

As an American, I have been living overseas for 39 years and presently in the Philippines for 23 years. I have been returning home in the San Francisco area every year. Each year the news overseas reports scary news about the US that I am apprehensive about returning. I just returned to the Phil's 2 days ago and, as usual was very apprehensive about my 3-week stay in California. And again, all my fears were allayed. It was beautiful weather. People EVERYWHERE were polite and friendly. Food at supermarkets were comparable to prices in supermarkets in the Philippines and the shelves were all shockingly filled with abundance. The choices of products available were unimaginable. The streets were peaceful and had great morning walks on side-walks! Everywhere I went were beautifully manicure yards, organized, and peaceful. The driving was civilized. All family members were employed with promising jobs. I will admit that housing is expensive but they are all managing well with extra cash for pleasure and travel often. The restaurants were abundant with great food but at a considerablee amount more expensive than Philippine restaurants but the food was GREAT. I completely enjoyed each and every meal. I still enjoy living in the Philippines, but life in America still seems good.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, We still have the great benefits here.

[@johnwrayy-gm7pg]

What a shallow and superficial thinker this guy is. Sir did you know that the current US national debt is around 35 trillion dollars? This can't continue with out something really horrible happening.

[@lapulapupintado2892]

wet market in the Phils are more abundant with all kinds of tropical fresh fishes and all kinds of fresh edible seaweeds and all kinds of fresh shell fish that you'll never find in your local Safeway grocery store in the U.S.

[@lapulapupintado2892]

and also more young slim single girls in the Phils. In the U.S. girls are obese and the young sexy ones won't even give you the time of day if you're an old fart geezer.

[@StanHasselback]

Cool update on your travel. Enjoy your time with your sons.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you

[@ricksdestinationcebu]

Was getting tickets for Cebu November,,went for coffee,hit the reset and price went up 700$,gotta love tickets tracking you and not the other way around...Have a great time..

[@Geoduck.]

Have a safe comfortable flight Gio.

[@gene_retire]

What was the cost for monthly T-Mobile with the international plan and the military discount?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I think $50 monthly

[@richardhogeland8597]

I think picking the right flight with layovers is the best might be hardest decision to make

[@sticks0662]

You made that look too easy, dreading the flight to get there.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

The power of editing. It was rough actually 😂

[@deltachris]

Good on you Gio. I'm glad you are able to travel back to the usa ...enjoy.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks! 😃

[@cpt.ahab_it7044]

Prepare for changes. Good luck.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yes, thanks

[@sandrabentley8111]

But aren't those airport prices?

[@davidwhite2085]

Hi this is off subject but I believe you said something in an earlier video I watched. This August I'm headed to the Philippines, my plan is to get an extension and stay in the Philippines untill the end of October. I know that I have to have an exit ticket when I get to the Philippines. I believe in the earlier video I mentioned yo stated that you knew of some throw away destinations. I assumed you meant some location that the tickets cost very little. If you know anything to help I would appreciate.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Here you go: onwardticket.com/giointhephilippines

[@ThePhantomMenace88]

Safe travels man! I’m sure so many people who don’t watch your videos they are going to be like noooooo he left maya? What happened? lol.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, exactly right lol

[@CoolBreeze86]

Just curious, what was the total cost for the plane tickets?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

About $2000 usd

[@CoolBreeze86]

Wow, that's a lot less than I thought it would be. Thanks for the info😊

[@DavidHosking-g4o]

Wish you a happy visit

[@seandayma]

Is it really traveling without some troubles?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

True!

[@frankmc5021]

Enjoy your time with the kids.👍👍

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thank you, I will

[@JenGioPhilippineJourney]

Your leaving and we flying in to dumagete on the 8th after we stay in Manila from 6th to the 8th

[@billdee1056]

Hi Gio, I went to T- Mobil here in the U.S. to look into the international phone plan and was told it is only good for three months. They told me T-Moble will cancel you after three months if you do not return to U.S. Did you talk to them about that?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yep no problem at all. Maybe because I have the military plan. Go5G Military Pro Plan

[@billdee1056]

@@GiointhePhilippines Thank you did not know they had a military plan. I'm a Vet so I will look into it.

[@PaulEdwards-gm8ux]

Just curious why you didn’t apply for a spousal visa for your wife?

[@michaelcinthephilippines]

I loved Taiwan I stop there each time I go if you get hungry mcdonalds is upstairs in the B-corrdior

[@simplysocial7383]

Hi Gio can you do a video about what shocked you in America. Thanks

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Funny you mentioned that. My next video

[@robparksusa8048]

You should switch to T-Mobile for your carrier just maintain a line in the US and if you want to use that phone all you need to do is get their international data pass it's only about $40 a month

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I switched.

[@marcofluff]

Good luck with your license!!

[@SomeDumbGuy01]

Safe travels Gio

[@thePersonGuise]

Chill & have fun.

[@302Rmack]

Things will still look normal in Minneapolis…..but check out other city vloggers elsewhere. Not looking good for U.S. overall. After selection process , the party starts. Glad you got this visit in now, before it really gets crazy…😢

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Very true

[@Lazy-A-L33]

Gio, enjoy your camping trip with your sons.

[@stephenduling5024]

Check out Ocala fla. That's where we'll be moving to in 2 years.. 10 years in the Philippines is enough dealing with all the bs here.. again, check out Ocala fla. Your wife would really love it. There's a big Filipino population there..

[@williamburnell529]

Wondering about your exit clearance, maybe you didn’t need one, if so did you get it at the airport? Bohol immigration wouldn’t give me one, said to get it at the airport. Have a great trip.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I had none.

[@robertbritz257]

Gio, I'm very WORRIED for you. T-Mobile was what I was going to do myself before I move down to you, but the rep at the counter when we were discussing PH he stopped and said "Oh no you can't sign up for the International plan." I said why not? and he said deep in their policy, if you don't connect to a US cell tower within 90 days we will first restrict your access and then after another 30 days we will cancel your plan. So bottom line is they are only offering it to people who are traveling not staying. So I am back to Square 1 trying to find a US phone number that might work year around in PH.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I explained my going back and forth and staying there for long periods and he said no problem at all.

[@travelinghobo]

For an American phone number, I use Google Fi (that is NOT a VOIP number, but a real number such as T-Mobile is a real number). I pay about $25/month and only use it when absolutely necessary. So far over the last 2 years no problems.

[@robertbritz257]

@@GiointhePhilippines What is the name of the plan you got then? I'll check with them again tomorrow. Timer is less then 30 days before putting the house up for sale, so need a phone plan asap.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Go5G Plus Military plan

[@louisvanhook7348]

Have a relaxing time with family there. Safe trip. Ok maybe you could tell me the name of your new t-mobile account! Magenta? I have a lesser plan called affordable which only allows me to receive messages but not talk here in PI. Thanks Gio.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I have the Go5G Plus Military Plan

[@AdrianKhalili]

What did you do for liability insurance for the rental?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I added it on

[@lmcc0072]

Welcome back to the States. Things have changed a bit since you left.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

For sure!

[@kpantibawang2634]

What did you do about car insurance? Did you get it through Enterprise?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Unfortunately purchased through the rental agency.

[@DJC1916]

Are you from Minneapolis? I lived there for almost 30 years with few years breaks living in LA and Boise, originally from Duluth/Superior. I have my house and a couple rental properties in Superior. If ya make it to the north shore, I'm here until August.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I was born in the Brainerd lakes area

[@DJC1916]

@@GiointhePhilippines Been there many times!

[@theswede5402]

Any tips for how to handle such a long flight? I hate flying haha.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Sleep lol

[@theswede5402]

@@GiointhePhilippines Was there any turbulence?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

No, I did sit by an emergency exit so i could stretch often. That helped.

[@lapulapupintado2892]

there are no tips how to handle intercontinental flights, you are stuck in a flying tube there's nowhere to go but only to use the tiny ass restroom and back to your tight ass seat.

[@travelinghobo]

I have a PH license…trying to justify myself renewing my US lic. Can’t think of a reason for me to renew.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I don't know if it is really necessary.

[@martingrefalde1822]

God blesses you sir

[@Hacker_Official-k6u]

Team Philippines 👇

[@BillyTimes-dw7vs]

Safe travels Gio but America 🇺🇸 😢 isn't like it use to be I pray 🙏 our country get back to what it's known for. That's why I live 6mo overseas and 6 mo in America 🇺🇸 you do get Home sick.

[@jimbarrow9638]

Enjoy the family time

[@johngimmellie7576]

Have fun, stay safe

[@carletto_au]

See you soon in Dumaguete ❤

[@MarcRichard-b1u]

Gio how much a month for your international T- mobile plan?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Around $50

[@robparksusa8048]

I travel to Thailand and never get a local Sim same with the Philippines no need any longer for a local Sim because a T-Mobile international data pass the best thing to do is that if you need to get those text messages or you need to receive business calls home from the US it works perfectly fine rings through the regular number or the phone apps

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I'm very happy with the plan.

[@robparksusa8048]

Never had any problems calling +63 or +66 numbers via the regular phone under this plan. From Thailand over to PHP and vice versa or us to either destination

[@bigmike1976]

Safe Travels Brother

[@manchesterr85]

You should interview some local women at Walmart for dating tips and advice. Just for fun to see the contrast. :)

[@GiointhePhilippines]

no thanks lol

[@lapulapupintado2892]

women at Walmart are mostly obese skanks.