Watch This BEFORE Coming To Cebu, Philippines 🇵🇭

[@WheresWes]

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[@ADadSupreme]

Same thing happens if you're a Black American and you say ANYTHING bad about ANY African nation. They just say you don't know what you're talking about even though you have two perfectly-good eyeballs to see videos showing how messed up Africa is compared to other continents.

[@Lifebeyondthesea]

i've been vlogging on the PH since 2012, and yes.. anytime you bring up valid, true negatives in the PH the standard response is either, "other countries have the same problem" (deflection) or "go back to your country" (knee-jerk).

[@april_Diamond]

You have a very honest observation and it’s really the truth, i’m from Cebu specifically uptown area. There are a lot to be improved here mostly the peoples nationalism, they don’t usually (tinatangkilik) the original local foods which are healthier and can be found in provincial areas(bukid). They grow fondness towards kfoods and other unhealthy -oily, carbs, and processed foods. As a cebuano, i also don’t want to live here specially the downtown area.

[@RandalReid]

@@danilolabrador2595 ?

[@komboblast4044]

😂🤣 you made laugh with the comment about haters. I wonder what those haters thinking, now they know you are a Philipino.

[@olvisimmigration]

I am an American that has lived in the Philippines for 43 years now, my wife is 62 years old and I am 82 we have been married for 30 years, I agree with his opinion of Cebu city in every way, However I adjusted to the pollution and the Traffic and all of the other negatives, you just have to accept the unpleasant realities , no matter where you are there are always problems, do not let these problems ruin your day.

[@janpaul106]

As a Filipino American who has roots in Cebu and who’s been back to the Philippines since 2008 - your thoughts are accurate man. Couldn’t have said it any other way

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

and you took all that slander?? 😅

[@rondj3495]

His thoughts are from a foreigner's perspective. Totally different point of view if you stay longer as a local and live like a local , not just back and forth visits. He said Cebu Women date old foreigners yes that's what you see if you mostly hang out in malls , bars and clubs( foreigners perspective 100%). Most cebuana women still prefer and married to locals. Food unhealthy ,yes if you only hangout in malls , "i.t. park" , and street food(all street food are unhealthy and mostly fried around the world) . There are a lot of healthy cebuano dishes from vegetables, meat and seafood, come on it's a tropical country most fruits and vegetables are abundant in cebuano/filipino dishes. Your host might really don't know how to cook but only the easy fried lumpia and fried chicken. I am lucky to have a good cook mom at home we eat variety of cebuano food daily mostly seafood, fish and vegetables, while meat dishes are only on weekends. If you live like a local , trust me your complains/obaervation will not be focused on women and food but on the bad healthcare and corrupt gov't .

[@juris123]

If anybody wish to eat healthy. There are plenty of restaurants who can give you vegetables that are really good like chopsuey chowpachin yeah those dishes are healthy.try it.

[@ReyjavikRover2024]

😂

[@The-Cobra-Kai]

@@rondj3495 Can you point me in the direction that local women want to date local men lol??? I have yet to meet any Filipina that would prefer otherwise.

[@dwightearl9169]

I'm from Cebu City born and raised. We have to accept that everything he is saying is true it's our ego that hurts us.

[@notahamster333]

Well said, although it’s our hometown, but we can’t deny the fact it’s a cesspool of all sorts of crap.

[@rondj3495]

What he said is true only from a foreigner's perspective who mostly hangout in malls, "it park", bars and clubs. If you live like a local there are no complains about food and women but only the bad healthcare and corrupt government.

[@jmc6750]

Yeah you're right especially the Marcos government now they just fucos their own pocket ​@@rondj3495

[@RandomVideos-hm3kg]

is 1000-1500 euro per month salary enough to live?

[@vitaxs-47]

Well... You are correct in all point. Great observations.

[@unknownname7118]

Let him speak his mind and opinion. It’s his impression and experience. I was born in cebu, lived by the old whitegold mall, saw it burned twice. Lived in Tpadilla, Lived in lahug when there was still an airport. left when I was 9. Vacationed every couple of years. Came back for college. Many things have improved but a long way to go. I agree with him. For its corruption and shortcomings I Still enjoy coming back, vacationing every couple of years. Visiting family. Cebu could be much better but like he said, Filipinos prefer shortcuts, there is corruption, etc. Filipinos don’t like hearing criticism. Sometimes can be blinded by Pinoy pride. Let’s listen and understand other peoples experience and opinion. Let’s start there…

[@april_Diamond]

im also from cebu, i second with you. mostly of the people who possess pinoy pride* are the ones who have never lived/traveled outside Ph and experience diff cultures, so it’s understandable that they may have less raw knowledge from other countries to get comparisons.

[@Sanee-n1l]

He is so true if only the local government and national government recognize how bad and dirty infrastructures are even in Cebu(considered rich city in the Philippines) which I have seen when I visited last month. Sidewalks and roads are so bad for a city they call very rich in the Philippines. Cebu though has places like Moalboal, Oslob which I appreciated much when I visited but a 4 hours drive on land made it a bad experience because you see poverty in the provinces, bad traffic plus trash all over the place , infrastructures so bad that an airport built near this tourist spots will be much better experience. I wanted to go back visit Moalboal and Oslob but thinking of how inconvenient it is to go there even in a luxury car, I just I do want to go back and it is probably the same experience the other international tourists felt, they do not want to go through those inconveniences. I am a Filipino by the ways and as much as I want to promote the Philippines to help our kababayans, the national and local government have to do their part in making a very impressive experience and not a very inconvenient experience. We spend thousands of dollars to come see those places to be inconvenienced when there are thousands in the world(Thailand, Maldives, Southern Europe) that you can easily visit with very good and well paved infrastructures with no inconveniences. Simple things such as trash were seen all over Moalboal and Oslob, can not believe that as simple as trash the local government of Oslob and Moalboal will not take care of it. It is a shame to be in a local position to overlook things such as trash when tourists will bring big money to your people and government. Get out of that leadership position if you can not solve a very simple problem as TRASH.

[@eduardochavacano]

​@@april_DiamondThat Pinoy Pride Cancer will keep Cebu from improving. Well, it has lots of modern sites. But what could have been nice is if its Historical sites would feel Historical. But no, it looks and feels like a tired wasteland. So Eyesore in the Basilica. So many projects that scream Corruption. They have those Hideous Fountains with Angels that look so Famished. But it must cost millions to build those eye sore. I like the Basilica. But it should look and feel like you are in Mexico City or Colombia. But no, it is has no Latin or Colonial Ambiance. Even the Taoist temple dont look like it is Chinese.

[@bubblebutt9666]

@@april_Diamondthis is so true Layu ra kaayu ang cebu kompara dires local town sa america.

[@bsways]

I think they are similar to Americans in that regard. Americans hate being criticised. They prefer to live in a delusional bubble and believe they are the greatest country on earth even though everything is falling down all around them. Some are so ignorant that they know absolutely nothing about any other country.

[@charleshurstreinvention3959]

I've been around all over Eastern Europe, Asia and now South America (current Colombia). The one thing I have always noted as a truth---a man's popularity depends on the economic status of the female. I was in Poland in 1993 and saw the same attraction to foreigners. Now Poland is doing much better from what I saw in 2019. And we all magically got uglier. Just something to think about.

[@miketw3068]

That’s why western women all chase the top 5% men as they don’t need providers anymore, just good genetics 🧬 😂

[@BeeboiZam]

But you are also 26 years older too in 2019. lolz But yes, I get your point. With that being said, I'm an Asian dude living here in Poland, and I can not think of a better place for Asian dudes that like white women more than Poland. They love Asian culture here.

[@TheMaddenComebackKid]

​@@BeeboiZam I've heard that is the case throughout Eastern Europe.

[@stutterstudios4731]

@@BeeboiZamidk what’s your heritage, but even during ww2, poland had peace treaty with japan 🇯🇵 long history of good relations

[@WheresWes]

​@@BeeboiZamgot a surprise coming for yall ;)

[@gloriaproductions4680]

Thanks for the honest opinion bro, GOD Bless

[@wickedkiller9449]

Na your thoughts are accurate man im a homegrown filipino maybe 80% of filipino are easy offended people but your can talk/explained and everything is going great.

[@wesgraham2262]

If you think Cebu is boring, try Cambodia. I’ve been living here for over a year now, mostly because it’s super cheap and half the cost of the Philippines, but I’m ready to go back to Cebu City. More to do there and more beautiful.

[@CrypticVulture]

Interesting insight/point of view. Exactly the unfiltered stuff I was looking for, thank you sir!

[@ultimateduo_rz5086]

I was born in Cebu but moved to United States after high school but still visit Cebu as often as I can. I think you're confused, I really don't know what you're expecting. You don't go to Cebu to expect that it would be quiet similar to United States. You're not going to a third world country or even a developing country to expect it to be similar to United States. Most foreigners come here for a different experience than the U.S. . People don't move to Cebu because it's similar to the US in terms of environment, effficiency, modernity, etc.. because if it's similar, then why move? might as well stay in the U.S. Foreigners coming to Cebu even tried avoiding the modern places or city life because it don't make sense to go a place that's similar to their countries. People come here for the people, the different laid back environment, food, beaches and social climate and the accepting people that don't have that individualism that United States life is about. Most foreigners here feel accepted and feel they're among family even though they're alone. Foreigners feel that they're among friends and family even if they're alone and no way you'd feel that in the US. So i think you need to reassess.

[@Rondjdjdj]

What did you expect, he is like a typical foreign tourist who mostly hangs out in malls and i.t. park. His observation is limited in those areas , where he can see more Filipina women dating old foreigners and food (mostly koreans in malls) 😂. He is claiming he tries to live like a local in Cebu but we all know he live like a foreign tourist.

[@Bscosare]

Please be careful on your assessment about Cebu and the Philippines in particular Sir. If you’re not happy there then just leave sir. Stop humiliating yourself. Not everything you’ve said is true. You tried to balance your narratives but it’s not working sir. Thank you. From Texas USA.

[@JeroMatthewEspanolGalvan]

Sir don't deny the truth I have been there in Cebu,this part of the Philippines does not belong to us nor you,people like you do not tent to use politeness instead ur all acting like "if you came here you must be the one to adjust not us" You cebuanos can actually speak perfect tagalog but in terms of helping ur own kind some of you said to use Google maps💀.

[@EckRD]

Exactly. Folks go to other countries to experience something different. Something they haven't seen, tried, or heard before. I'm from NYC and Metro Manila didn't appeal to me. You know why? Both are huge and busy. Been there, done that. Why experience a nearly identical life vibe? 😂

[@appleobenza307]

@@Bscosare that is honest pure opinion and I don't disagree because he was right most of his content.

[@flurianbacus8190]

As a Cebuano your own personal opinion and assesment is fairly correct yet the place has a lot to offer depending on an individuals preference as it is all about perception. It is paradise for some and hell for many. It may not be the best destination but a visit is worth a try!

[@catalinacurio]

My brother got there today, he’s staying in one of the small islands (don’t know which one yet), his objective is to chill out for a few weeks. Going to be very interesting to hear his feedback. 😊

[@Cebucitysnaps23]

I totally agree with you brother. The Philippines needs to change as a country.

[@selbstsein967]

Forget it - it will not change

[@KinokoCardano]

@@selbstsein967not with people like you saying that, you’re part of the problem

[@allynsworld8317]

The Philippines is slowly changing, not the same as before like 10 years ago. You can see the vast changes 50 years later, wherein the present generation mostly can't see it.

[@allynsworld8317]

​@@selbstsein967masyado ka nmn negative.

[@selbstsein967]

@@allynsworld8317in 50 years I‘m dead - positively thinking 😅 The rule is simple - „you“ can accept how it is, not how you like to have it or hope for change - if you can’t do that - stay away from PH - if you can - wonderful place

[@petesrules1508]

This guy is really down to earth and well spoken. He is easy to listen to.

[@WheresWes]

Appreciate the comment bro

[@andybesa11]

Pffft

[@michaelrubi1148]

@@andybesa11a peenoise who can’t accept the truth

[@JeremiahHexx]

Loved the video and info. I'm going to Cebu in a few months and appreciate your honesty and insight. New Subscriber, all the best.

[@catalinacurio]

May i recommend you visit Camotes Union island, DJ’s beach resort is stunning (my bro has just spent about ten days there). Please check every review very carefully before booking accommodation, including the negative reviews.

[@icebox6708]

Yo bro, great content. I completely agree with you. Been out here for 12 years from Canada and it's like you're saying exactly what i've been thinking for years. Thanks bro! And yes, food is delicious, but it sucks (non-nutritious, small portions, and the good stuff is expensive)

[@Steven-t9s]

That's a great vlog of how the Philippines really is.Spot on.However regarding the food you can make your own from some of the brilliant fresh food markets.I used to make curries and even potato,veg and meat dishes.

[@torisefaamaligi3315]

Thanx Wes, getting rdy to move to Philippines (Dec), first stop for 40 days, threw a dart, heading to Lapu-Lapu/Cebu... This was awesome of you to kick out this knowledge... Appreciate ya

[@bambamhakkai]

I'm cebuano and I appreciate the honest feedback. When I went to Malaysia, all places are cleaned so you are right. New sub ❤

[@XACE_BLADER]

As a Cebuano I agree with this guy like I wouldn't even disagree on what he said. This is by far one of the most accurate videos I've seen about Cebu. Well to be honest I love living here in Cebu because I'm in the province but if you're a foreigner who wants to live here in Cebu I would recommend knowing the local people first. Also in the city it's good to travel in but living here? I don't really recommend it especially if you hate traffic plus the air quality in the city is worse and in more crowded areas if you're a foreigner or even a local Filipino and for example you're riding a jeepney, I would not recommend you put out anything valuable since theft cases in Cebu city is high.

[@arembotate4100]

At last somebody is at least candidly honest about it. I am Filipino by the way, born, raised, educated and worked. But just like most Filipinos, when an opportunity to migrate is presented, I took it. Why do you think? The reason why most videos with "Amazing Philippines" etc etc get the views? And most are overseas Filipinos? Because it surprises us. Really impressed with the Philippines? I say "for the views" needing traction for their youtube videos. Who are they kidding. Of course, we want the Philippines to progress and improve. It is my homeland and hopefully wish to come back someday. Not because of infrastructure, not because of comfort. It is because of the people. A lot of things need to change in the Philippines yes. I miss the culture though.

[@Jet-yg3ik]

Accurate bro, If your career can be taken elsewhere, you will having a greater life in that country. Dahil yan sa bagsak na economy at utang ng Pilipinas... Magkaka-kuba kuba na mga Pinoy gagapang ka pa para makabayad ng Bahay at Lupa, samantalang sa ibang bansa, same career, mas easier mabuhay...

[@midnightcity2591]

Learn English too

[@QuadraAce]

Facts, lived in Cebu for a year and he is spot on.

[@sayseriously]

Great vid. Very informed young brother... Also, as a 37 yo would you recommend a 2 year stay?

[@kershenchandria1884]

Very well said brother

[@808Local73]

I 100% agree to everything what he said! It’s not what I expected as well .

[@flyboyph6336]

I'm a Filipino American and looking back to live in Cebu soon. I totally agree with you 100%. Also if you really choose to live in the Philippines you have to shift your mindset. Coming from living in a first world country going back to Philippines means a lot of patience and learn your self to slow down cause efficiency is not a thing there, I guess that's just of how people live there. They don't stress; they are just happy and content of what they have. lol

[@villarosamaricar198]

Okay.

[@leafbeats4320]

Couldn't agree more you nailed it

[@theemanfamily]

Cebuano here who emigrated 20 years ago. Every time I come back, all of your points start to become more and more evident. Great video and great take. Cebuanos are very proud though so I can see how some people would take it the wrong way. I was ready to throw hands when I saw the title, but every point was a hot take 🔥.

[@arkhangellee6254]

I'm living in Cebu almost all my life and lived in Manila as well. Your opinion is about the place is accurate. I'm hoping for the better though...starting with myself 😊

[@JudahJourney]

I totally agree with you on all aspects am living in Cebu. I would rate it a 5

[@jesscatangay9384]

Really ? Cebu is an action packed island, have you not try Alegria canyoneering or Badian Canyoneering unto Kawasan falls, Swimming with whale sharks unto Avatar inspired Tumalog Falls in Oslob, Sardine runs and Sea turtle in Moal Boal, Aguinid Falls in Samboan, hiking in Cebu highest peak Casino Peak, Thresher sharks in Malapascua, Inambakan and Dao falls, Camotes and Bantayan island, you should explore more not just in the city, check it out

[@nlf17]

Exactly! ❤

[@aren7138]

Pretty sure he's talking about the city and not the beautiful provinces.

[@eryxzchannel5792]

Its not about the tourist spot. Wag puro EGO

[@jesinagax3337]

Cebu City sucks that's the truth

[@ruthlessrays9761]

@@jesinagax3337that’s YOUR truth. Lol

[@louie6730]

As a Filipino born and raised in the Philippines, your statement that "Filipinos love shortcuts" is VERY TRUE. That's why in the Philippines, everyone loves "networking" or "connections" because you get what you want easier. I was raised in a community that operates like this, so until I moved out of that community, I did not know that it was not normal. A lot of the hate comments you're getting are probably people who were born, raised, and still living in the same place, or those ignorant about foreign culture. They live in an echo chamber, so when you spit the facts, their ego was hurt. I applaud you for sharing your opinion.

[@EyesWideOpen1969]

It's interesting to me that a first worlder will complain about a city modernizing and becoming more like other cities in less developed countries. If you want a "true" experience of a country then get into the country vs the city. It's not hard.

[@joeyalcantara4253]

Truth hurts.. wake up call Sometomes its takes in outsider to pointout ones weakness.. it should be accepted as a starting point to improve and correct things, to change for the better.. We need to have a peek of what other countries attained and see for ourselves why we lagged behind.. Singapore could not attained what it is today without drastic changes by its leadership..

[@100toeface]

I'm confused about the air pollution comments. I've checked the air polluion for several big asian cities: Tokyo 22, Kuala Lumpur 48, Bangkok 89, Cebu 9. (lower is better). 9 is supposed to be super excellent air quality. Are these numbers wrong somehow? What country/city would you rate a 10?

[@jimburke217]

About the most intelligent videos i have seen. I just subscribed

[@CaliforniaBear619]

Cebu is where i like based on central location. The newer airport is a nice relief. I don't believe you said anything bad. Just your perspective and nothing wrong with it. Cebu or Philippines is not for everyone. Something you didn't go into specifically since you mentioned BGC. Alot of the Expats need to find a place within thier budget. Good video

[@WheresWes]

Thank u bro. So many people got triggered in the comments but I swear they didn't watch the video lol

[@CaliforniaBear619]

@@WheresWes they never do. Lol.... besides you told the truth from your perspective. It be like me vlogging downtown San Diego and saying it's perfect. If I show or say it....triggers go off. Just be you, and keep vlogging your honest feelings about it.

[@stevelawson68]

Cebu is developing,as is the entire country. They are definitely playing catch-up with their SE asian neighbors. As an American, i will say the vibe in the PEENS is very chill. Cebu City is definitely up and coming . Quite a bit of foreign investment. We have a house 35 minutes out of Cebu city in the mountains, and it is absolutely beautiful. Cheers!

[@johannsenquinio307]

I'm a Filipino and I completely agree with what you are saying. Sad reality.

[@BusinessClass69]

Nice video mate. Appreciate your perspective. Real talk

[@wrldtrvlr4vr]

I have Filipino friends and a lot of what he said is true. There’s good and bad everywhere.

[@tyronedelosreyes]

Regardless on what each individual prefers.

[@keithjanea8600]

I’m a Cebuana (a term for a woman from Cebu) and I’d say some of his points could be true, some are not especially considering that he’s only showcasing Cebu City and NOT the entire Cebu cause Cebu is a big island. There’s so much more outside Cebu City. Especially on his opinion about Cebuana women preferring older men for stability and marriage over younger guys who are just there for traveling. There are a lot of factors to consider on that like the woman’s standpoint and preference which would also depends on the woman’s values she’s upholding and her education (which essentially means awareness). In my observation as a Cebuana myself, those young women marrying older guys are what we say either a traditional woman (marriage and stability) or a woman who’s just after💰lol (this is being judgy but it’s actually usually like that). So for me, the more modern a woman is (well-educated and well-aware), the more she knows what she wants for her man to be. I am in my 20s and I have an American boyfriend who’s in his 20s as well. I have friends around me and I know some people who are around my age and their Foreigner boyfriends are around our age bracket. One of my friends met her boyfriend (who’s in his early 30s) through free-diving and though he was only traveling here in Cebu (specifically in Moalboal), he really came back for her. This just goes to show how it also depends on the sincerity of the connection they have. And how it really depends on the kind of woman as well. I am emphasizing my take on it cause in the video, it’s like scaring young men away when women like me still exists! lol

[@ronnie5329]

Most of the younger men, below 40 lets say, who go to ph, find and falls in love with a girl, they do often move back to his country. Thats why in cebu city you will see more of the plus 50 with the women in their 20s. I can see why he thinks the way he days, but he is wrong that its hard to bring a filipina to europe for instance. Plenty of filipinas today are well educated, and most of the relationships between men ages 40 and under and filipinas have some sort of education. Add to this filipinos in general adapt super easy, so I think he skipped past the idea too easily, that younger men are just passing through. There are so many filipinas working abroad, so we actually meet this way, many of us.

[@richardcassel24]

Good video, the first thing I noticed as you were walking is the absence of large crowds as like Bangkok, Thailand is a great city that is extremely overcrowded.

[@oceanearth2243]

Cebu is a perfect base to jump around all of Asia. It’s an acquired taste, not for everyone. Plus the real estate appreciates over tim so it’s very interesting to property entrepreneurs

[@charmined3676]

Very good insights!!! Very true! I agree with you! 👍

[@Letsgo_ray]

What a timely vlog haha, i was just checking if there's a surfing spot in that island since my mom from HK bought a condo there. I was born and raised in northern PI then after parents split, moved to HK then to US. I just want to orchestrate my life trying to leave LA then maybe make based there in PI/Bali/HK/etc. All your opinion about the motherland is bullseye. Filipino mentality is different. After visiting PI this year then Bali, i feel like more home at Indo than PI. Probably the surf and latin dance scene is way better that suits my lifestyle. Also the infrastructure in other south east asian neighbors (Indo, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia) is way better and the cost of travel or maybe living is way cheaper too. So PI isn't really enticing whenever i plan to go visit but I love the people tho, but that comes with a trade off why they love visitors ;)

[@antonioespanol2123]

The great divide is very evident in the Philippines. You are speaking the truth.

[@acerolaice8768]

Landed here by chance. Never been to Cebu so thanks for the inputs in a very clear and well articulated way. May stretch my legs to go check it out myself. Will check you other stuff as well. Cheers!

[@bobwilson5041]

You said it very well,all the truth!!

[@mikeyfraile2402]

I'm a Filipino a Chinese and Spanish descent I used to discrinate my own culture and country as well are the people but this I never thought this will back fire on me now I appreciate the wonderful places we had in the Philippines I'm proud of it and never focus on negatives things all country around the world had FLAWS and no government is perfect like the former President Ramos said we are aboard the same ship if we did not support the captain the whole ship will sink it the same thing with our country if we did not support our country and focuses on negativity we fall UNITED WE STAND DIVIDED WE FALL Philippines is much better than other country that's why my ancestors left their country and find a greener Pastures in the Philippines This is my country and my home I could say no matter what they said about my country or even Cebu itself THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME

[@michaelrubi1148]

Wow 😂😂😂😂😂 it’s an end of the world statement right there😂😂😂

[@stevem437]

Lived in Cebu for a year and a half. IT Park. It was extremely disappointing and I left. Cebu is dirty. The locals absolutely do not care about their environment. You walk by the pyramid there by Sugbo that is just abandoned? Saw a guy peeing on the border wall for the 38 Park Avenue building. Middle of the day. People just walking by. Beaches really aren’t available near the city. Have to go hours to get to somewhere like Moalboal. People talk about how there’s so much to do there, but there really isn’t. There are some waterfalls and other natural things to visit but is that really enough to keep you busy if you live there? I spent some time in Nustar and in the malls. Pretty much what you can do day to day. I was also the only non-Filipino I ever saw at Carbon Market when we would shop for some groceries. Got some weird looks there haha. To be honest, I bought a condo there that will be finished in the next year or two. I think it’s going to take a while for things to come up there. Until the locals either 1) discipline themselves and keep things clean or 2) they are forced to do so by the government… I’m going to have a hard time believing nice things will remain nice there.

[@Ukboss1]

Were did u move to thailand

[@janpaul106]

Woahhh I invested in a condo at 38 Park Avenue back in 2017. Sold it last year! Don’t know what the future holds for IT Park and Cebu in general…

[@stevem437]

@@janpaul106 Place looked real nice when it was being built. I lived next door in Avida Riala for a year. I bought a condo at Mandani Bay and am waiting for it to be completed, but I’m terrified that the locals will not keep the area or building clean. We will see what happens in Cebu, but the locals seem to require a political leader who FORCES them to clean things up. I highly doubt they will do it on their own.

[@Reefir_]

I bought a condo round IT park too. Even as a filipino, I’m always so disappointed how there’s nearly no discipline happening with keeping the environment clean. Honestly I wish the gov would step in and force people to, enforce fines, rules, that will strictly be followed. People need push over there to change. Though, idk how that will happen, its absolutely sad for me as well how locals can barely make proper money that equate their job.

[@X3MAntics]

Cebu city is at least 10 years away from being livable. For me, Cebu's main attraction is always gonna be the south side of the island. From white sand beaches, all the diving spots in Moalboal, the best blue-water waterfalls / river system in the country right in Badian / Samboan / Alegria / Oslob. Some of the most picturesque highland landscapes. It's a tourism / leisure living goldmine worth billions of $. I'm astounded how none of the local officials, or any investor with real capital don't see this. It can easily rival Bali provided it's developed well. Manila doesn't have tourism spots within this close a driving distance (provided there's a nice highway / rail system that goes down south.) Cebu will eventually give every other island a run for its money, but it's just not there yet. It's a diamond covered in turd.

[@WheresWes]

Yeah bro u nailed it. Plus the locals don't value the environment or take care of it, it's slowly losing quality too

[@aniwee17]

Cebu is the mango capital of the world.

[@X3MAntics]

​@@gangstagummybear3432 Better, cleaner roads. First world emission standards. Better zoning (getting rid of slums). A uniform color / roofing scheme. Better public transportation. Underground cabling. Clean rivers / coastal area. A modern inter island port. A good local ferry system. Pedestrianization of historical sites like St. Nino Church, Fort Sn Pedro and the entire Maritima area. Getting rid of the ugly power plant blowing dirty pollutants right next to the bridge. More public parks.....do I need to keep going? The good news is, there's masterplans in the pipeline, they are indeed planning to do most of these things, it's just taking so long.

[@ericroca8879]

​@@X3MAntics You're actually describing a certain city in western visayas hehe

[@X3MAntics]

@@ericroca8879 Iloilo is….okay. It doesn’t have the same potential Cebu has as mentioned above. Adding the fact that Cebu is in close proximity with other potential rich Islands like Bohol / Bantayan / Camotes/ Siquijor, Dumaguete, it just makes it a strategic trading / tourism powerhouse.

[@vincenandmariamendozarealt1222]

It comes down to affordability. I live in Los Angeles California, and if I were to rent my house with 4 bedrooms 3 baths, it would cost Americans $3700 per month to rent. If I were to go to Cebu as an expat, most likely I wouldn’t spend more than $800 per month for a comparable house to rent. This would be a solution to most, but it’s not for everyone.

[@listerine414]

Can you notice the air pollution in IT park area or the city in general??

[@WheresWes]

It's better in IT park but outside there's a lot of dust. The pollution isn't as bad as manila tho

[@2KSOLED77]

There's always a part of some countries that are not well developed like in the US where I live now in Bronx thrash are everywhere. If you go to Manila and live in Tondo the living condition is not good but if you live in BGC it's liveable.

[@lucagnan9702]

Exactly. One of the baddest cities I traveled over

[@adventurek6734]

Couldn't agree more. Lived in Cebu for my whole life and what he's saying is true

[@sedatkorman]

I was in Palawan for vacation. Country has a lot of tourism & agriculture potential but government. Still people are peaceful, friendly and no matter what smiley. I realized in Manila Industry is under Chinese businessmen control. Also l realized ladies want to escape the country coz many men are not responsible, gaming, alcohol etc. People are generally nice but fields are empty no agliculture. I agree your comment for the food. I can not blame them but every single food was sweet. That's too much. I had to seen the doctor.

[@cultufyi]

Ang galing ng summary o constructive opinion ng episode na to. Bilang pinoy. It's not offensive at this point, this is the reality whether you see it and don't agree. Truth does hurt. But we got to see it for what it is, as an average 30 yo graduate lived in mnl for life, traveled to Japan, BKK, SG. You can't deny these differences unless you choose ignorance. This content is rare, critical, and essential.

[@xmanie1]

February 2025 I will travel to Cebu City. Does anyone know a good condo for rent in a nice neighborhood? Thanks in advance .

[@javadriahy4704]

I might no agree with your statement about cebu, but i love the way you expressed your own experience and point of view. Im planning to move to cebu from canada. Im 49. Have on line business and secure life in canada, but i want to live somewhere away from new modern life which looks beautiful but if you look deeply there no any values, respect, and real happiness. People in highly developed countries become a living robot. That's why me and many old-school guy's choosing places like cebu. Maybe when you start getting age feel and think same way lol but thanks again .good luck.

[@sampinto3079]

Shortcuts like buiders only use 2 screws for stuff instead of using all 4 😢

[@radfordsdoor]

I have a condo on Mactan island..i visit twice a year from Melbourne Australia..yes it is run down, it is dirty compared to Melbourne..there are lots of squatters livingvamongst rubbish and polution..if it wasnt like that then i wouldnt love it so much..i like the broken infrastructure and the jeepneys with holes and bald tyres..i like to visit the people at Soong dump site..i like to see the kids running wild in the streets..and i like the friendly people..maybe im just different.

[@therealurbantraveler]

A lot of Americans simply can't afford to make the trip to the Thailand or the Philippines. Medellín, Colombia is much closer to the US and cheaper to fly too. People from the US can go to Medellín for a weekend. But it takes a weekend to get to the Philippines. I stay in Labongan. But I took the jeepmee or whatever you call a lot. I SMS Seaside mall is REALLY nice and so is Ayala Mall. They do have some very nice malls in Thailand and the Philippines. Better than the USA in some instances in my opinion.

[@thislittleplaceintheworld8555]

I love the Philippines. No place this side of eternity will be close to perfect unless you are a heathen. The entire island of Bohol is pretty amazing though. So much natural beauty, and the pleasant drives in the province/countryside past simple houses with lovely landscapes stole my heart. A cup of native coffee and some old gentle kundiman music playing during the drive and a prayer of thanks. Panglao, Bohol is where we stay.

[@Sanee-n1l]

Nice, honestly the best city so far I have seen when I came home to the Philippines was Baguio, though it is so crowded, traffic also so bad, the buildings were at least nice to see in the city center, hardly any trash. As to highways, Isabela province in Northern Luzon topped it. Isabela has 4 lanes from the time you enter Isabela province to the end of Isabela province. Houses are not so near the highways except when you enter the cities. All lands in Isabela were cultivated for rice, fruit trees, corn or vegetables , no idle lands which made the province rich. I have not seen much yet of the Visayas but Cebu to me was a disappointment when I hear so many Filipinos and expats claiming Cebu was beautiful. A 10 hectare IT developed area does not make Cebu nice and beautiful when the peripheries were ugly, trashed, etc. I saw some natural tourist spots in Cebu that are so promising if only the local government will put effort and money into them and not their pockets....LOL...

[@wickman.r4662]

I like the rice terraces enroute to San Isidro Barangay and it’s nearby Kawasan falls. More than one waterfalls are named Kawasan.

[@bonusbaby2271]

My girlfriend is from cebu Philippines.. She is very beautiful! Stunning. Shes family orientated but wants to move to the west. I on the other hand want to stay in cebu. She is younger 20 and im in my 30. Not that big a difference. But she is a traditional filipina, wich i love. Their are alot of older older men that i see in cebu but to each their own i mind my buisness.

[@crimeunlimited]

If shes already hinting of leaving PH thats a 🚩

[@patradingjournal]

truth@@crimeunlimited

[@GrowingPowells]

donr forget to talk about how is she going to send money to help her family. its a common fights between filipina and western men.

[@teufelhunden5571]

She'll drop you like a bad habit when she gets here. (West)

[@iananthonywangan8371]

we get it, you're a sex tourist haha

[@samls94]

How many days can we visite Cebu? Best place to stay ?

[@MarMarSnatched]

my dads side are cebuanos and i been to cebu once for 1 week. i prefer cebu than manila. the air quality and beaches are way better and i felt more relaxed.

[@amazonseller-yf8vv]

Very intersting to hear such an objective perspective. I'm an american, I've lived in many parts of the world and was planing to try living somewhere in the Philipines this summer. Compared to LA, which is easily 5 times more expensive, Cebu looks like a paradise!!! LA has terrible air quality, crazy traffic, millions of homeless people, raging wild fires every summer, gang activity, a massive drug problem and plenty of crime. Not to mention the social life isn't good and dating is almost impossible, so if you give Cebu a 7 out of 10 i'd have to give LA about a 2 and that's being very generous 🤣🤣🤣

[@pedrotinaco1]

I think Cebu City has improved a lot since 20 or 30 years ago. My relatives are from Bohol, so I see the contrast when I took the ferry ride

[@CrisostomoIbarra1989]

Spot on brother

[@sam.r8610]

I like how u give us knowledge about different countries and also ur idea of different countries and their people it would have been cool if u can also show beautiful places about particular countries keep uploading bro

[@Cytan-zt3vi]

Not sure I understood the comment about lack of nutrients with filipino food. Meat has the most complete nutrient profile and meat is plentiful and easy to find. Agree about the fried stuff being common but one can stay away from those easily.

[@WheresWes]

everything is imported so the food doesn't feel as natural and I get full slower. After eating in Colombia you can tell the difference between fresh and non fresh ingredients.

[@CoachDarren]

You are right plenty of meat which is healthy. But the way they cook their meals with the meat makes it unhealthy. Most of the meals are high in sugar, carbs, and sweet sauces and bad oils.

[@FutureDictator69]

Fill out cronometer website with meat and you will find you're heavily lacking in most nutrients

[@KumarKumar-fc2gc]

So do you feel safe in US nursery schools?

[@sissydiaries7542]

maybe you are just more of a City boy. I would say that the ones who enjoy cebu are the people who love nature shifts with a little city life. Many are coming to Cebu for business purposes for sure and if you thought it's cheaper to live in Cebu then you're probably wrong. I was born and raised in Cebu for 16 years and lived in Manila and worked in BGC for 14 years. Now I have been back to Cebu for a year now. I was surprised that all prices here are higher than in Manila. All locals in Cebu are far from the locals in Manila who always complain whenever there is a raise in prices of gas, rice, fare etc. Unlike Cebu locals, they do not complain but rather find a way on how to fit in the demand.

[@trentmarden1246]

Love the watch mate ? What is it ?

[@livelife4jesus73]

Spot on, you are so right.

[@gregorydonlin9555]

It’s tough for me to hear because Cebu is a second home to me. I lived in Cebu as a child during my 5th and 6 grade. I have a large family there. And I married a Filipino from cebu and been married for 23 years. But you’re right the government is not good and poverty and pollution is high and traffic is horrible. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@70o07]

I live in the island of Cebu not Cebu City I can tell you Cebu City may not be the best but the Island is a gem. You could spend months just exploring it. I love the people here like family but I agree it is definitely less safe and more crime ridden. However most people are nice so enjoy there hospitality while there in Cebu.- PS. While festivals like Sinulog are attractive if you are planning to go to Cebu for only a limited time but If you want to stay a while longer I recommend a less busy and crowded time to visit or maybe stay in advance before the festival. It is hell to travel during those times especially traffic.

[@zaturnah1978]

Your opinion doesnt matter! I know Cebu isnt perfect! Im a true blooded cebuano! Im proud of my city.

[@eddietrinidad6380]

Right on about the food! Thai and Malaysian are visually more appealing with complex flavor

[@GeldVerdienenOhneInvestieren]

Will you make a video where you compare the Philippines with Colombia like you did with Vietnam?

[@WheresWes]

Ofc bro.

[@ryanrivers9799]

@@WheresWes Was also gonna ask the same thing. What city in Colombia would you compare Cebu to?

[@ChrisLeeX]

I agree with these generalizations

[@pgcmiron7372]

Yep 100% true

[@JTS-u3l]

Where are your top 3 places you've stayed that you would consider settling down for your "home" base?

[@JananjaliDeSilva]

Hi, can you please tell me what’s the best month to travel to Cebu and Coron, Philippines out of June and July?

[@MannyTheExplorer-jx4ml]

June is the start of the monsoon/typhoon season lasting a good 3-4 months or more.

[@leahfoundthis]

march, april, may is summer time and best for beaches.

[@maryfelgalvan]

​@@leahfoundthis I'd say avoid the summer months because it's also students' summer break which means everywhere is going to be noisy and crowded...unless you're into that then yeah go during summer. 😂

[@skaidimusic]

Great video and yes, foreigners always say that it is the favorable price level, beautiful women, and climate that bring them to the Philippines. I lived in Cebu City for 5 years of 5 years in the far better province of Bantayan Island. Moved with my Filipino wife and children to a city near Malaga in Spain and here we spend, believe it or not, less money every month than we did in the Philippines. The climate here is far better than in the Philippines, but access to beautiful women for old boys is of course limited here and therefore not so interesting for older men looking for love. Another great thing here compared to the Philippines is the hospitals, if you need an emergency check they don`t ask to see the cash first. Hospital needs because of unhealthy lifestyles are the main reason why so many foreigners go back home after 3-5 years in the Philippines if they survive. Great with climate but the fact is that far too many people drink far too much and then things tend to go wrong. In any case, there are exceptions like everything else in life and it is entirely possible to live healthy and long in the Philippines.🙂

[@ronnie5329]

I am very interested in hearing where near malaga you can live so cheap🙂 i also have filipina wife. And we are trying to find a new spot inside europe to live, as I can do remote working and she is a nurse. I know the culture there in spain also would fit her very well, so its something we might consider

[@skaidimusic]

@@ronnie5329 We lived in Velez Malaga but moved a few minutes away to Torre Del Mar. It's only 5-6 minutes between these places, but we liked Velez a bit more and are trying to find an apartment there again, as the prices are lower too. You can find an apartment for €6-700 per month, but you can also find cheaper ones. We spent a month in Cebu - Dipolog this summer, and my wife said it's just as expensive to buy food at the malls there as it is where we live now. I'm from Norway, and we have free healthcare, so we pay nothing to see a doctor, etc. Dentists are more expensive here, and eating at restaurants costs more, but eating at home is cheap, and there are many affordable tapas places here with good food at reasonable prices. Overall, it's a bit cheaper for us to live in Spain. The roads are fantastic, great malls that aren't overcrowded, and we enjoy living here. There are also quite a few Filipinos in the area. Search for Velez Malaga, Torre Del Mar, and Torrox Costa on KZbin videos to get an idea. Portugal is supposed to be nice too, but it's quite easy to get a residence permit in Spain. If you end up in Spain, I can guide you a bit on how to go about getting a permanent visa here, etc.

[@seanwan30]

Man speaks the truth subbed

[@32hernandez93]

100% agree

[@cjcrystal1726]

Spot on analysis

[@bradebronson8835]

You don't go to the PI for the cities... you go for the beaches... which are hands down the best in Asia and some of the top in the world.

[@andrian11211989]

i love your honesty

[@stephen.georgelim7574]

Appreciate the honesty.

[@onlyhuman3767]

The world is not perfect… “Great documentary” Rich or poor each day is a blessed day

[@neilandrewloria6301]

Low sir when youll come back again in cebu ? Or your next vecation here in Philippines?

[@catalinacurio]

My bro is in Cebu as I write, he’s not old, he’s not after a girl, just travelling. He has had food poisoning and been thoroughly disappointed in the lack of Will to improve the whole situation, infrastructure and hotel service. He has stayed at a few of the islands, Camiquin he says is like Jurassic park, he loves it but the hotel experience was dreadful. They need to stop lying to guests. Some clever person that opens a decent hotel with edible food would finish the rivals. He also stayed at the Camotes Union island, an entirely different experience. Good accommodation, honest hosts, great food and very friendly locals. Time to vote your corrupt politicians out and put minimum standards on your hotel and good industry.

[@michaelparker9080]

Many Americans get food poison in Cebu, I myself experience it several times and now suffer with the water we buy from water filing stations it's contaminated all month

[@Baa_67]

lmao skill issue

[@catalinacurio]

@@Baa_67 It’s more than that, why bother fixing things if unsuspecting guests have already paid, there’s plenty more suckers to con, it’’s uncaring attitude and short termism

[@Baa_67]

@@catalinacurio Dude landed the wrong spot. my condolences

[@abirdieremembers8783]

It's all attitude. If you think the way o do, then you may not like it. But if you just immers yorself to what the place has to offer, you will enjoy. MANY LIKE cEBU AT THERE ARE OTHERS WHO LIKE OTHER PLACES. mATTER OF ATTITUDE AND EXPERIENCE. mATTER OF WHAT YOU LIKE OR EXPECT.

[@MatthewBond-p1r]

Good thoughtful video =)

[@multifandom9126]

May I know what kind of camera you use? I want to do vlog too when I travel to the PH.

[@WheresWes]

Osmo action 3

[@multifandom9126]

@@WheresWes Thank you so much!!