Where to Live in the Philippines? Cagayan De Oro - Reviewed!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

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[@rickinhawaii]

Awesome thanks!

[@tomsorrell4918]

Gio...i do not know how to enter 1965 as the date of my birth. Seems like it would take a long & tedious time to get from 2021 to 1965

[@fletcherabdiel1755]

sorry to be so off topic but does someone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account?? I somehow forgot my account password. I love any help you can offer me

[@henrymann8122]

Awesome, G! The infinity pool at sunset with a beautiful Filipina! that sounds like the way to go!! Thanks. CDO is where I am vacationing.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

It is amazing, you will have to check it out!

[@JonGem1001]

Been there, done that 😁❤️

[@groomplayz2648]

Hi Im from Cdo 🇵🇭💙 proud to be pilipino

[@ronmarsh4577]

Another great video. I've spent several weeks in CDO myself, and I had the same impression that you had. I also traveled east, into the mountains, and found that to be pretty nice, with lots of nature and things to do, and it's about 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the lowlands. There's a resort near Manolo Fortich that is very popular, but I didn't get the chance to see it. Looking forward to seeing your next experience

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks, I enjoyed my time here.

[@faithlifeinmoscow8204]

Thats The Mangina Resort

[@joshuaferrell384]

Where you were at in CDO is very clean. The fruits at the market was really organized. A buddy I work with, in the U.S., his wife is fm CDO. I haven't been to northern Mindanao, maybe 1 day. Buco pie does sound good. Great work, can't wait to see your next adventure!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, it is a great area called Uptown!

[@1dir951]

Great place, think I'll visit. Thanks for the review.

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

That obstacle course at the top of the mtn south of CDO is called Larry's Hill Adventure Park...next doir to Hugo Skye Lounge/infinity pool...was there in June 2008.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Very cool swimming pool and view, right?

[@gim6109]

I miss the night market and very early morning market,thanks for.sharing about CDO appreciated it

[@OganicaBean]

I was there in November 2021. That place is a paradise to me and people are great!

[@ireneparas4406]

wow ! 4.6 rating ! nice tour & exploring Cagayan De Oro Sir Gio.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I liked it very much!

[@gabrielevergreen7699]

CDO is the Adventure capital of the Philippines. Davao is the Ecotourism capital of the Philippines. CDO is near Dahilayan adventure park in Bukidnon, which makes it even more adventure-filled. Davao is more on nature and chill side. Not much on the action.

[@tyrel_io]

I traveled to CDO from the USA in 2011. Stayed at the Kingston lodge for a week with my Phillipino "Girlfriend". Had a good time. Only negative was all the shake-downs. Being Caucasian, it's assumed I'm rich and the prices for anything quadruple on me. Constant money hassles. I had to dodge scams constantly...

[@vinz3022]

It improved a lot now

[@pingyu5141]

We have a new governance under the Duterte administration which upped the livelihood of the people, and comes with it, are more friendliness and respect towards others.

[@whynot2734]

that was a great review on Cagayan De Oro very help full will look for more reviews on your top 5 list this one made me want to move there so good job by you keep up the great work

[@RonasTime]

The place where I’m gonna be retiring,can’t wait for that day to happen ,visiting soon I love CDO 💖💖💖

[@brianscovern68]

Glad a found this old video Gio because I'll be in CDO in Jan of 24. Need to find Tristen to show us around. :-)

[@pedrooliveros3085]

May consider retiring there in the next few years. Thanks for the video.

[@nassirismail]

Yup agree we you. I've had been in CDR in 2010. What a place.. 😄

[@vfitav]

Wow thats amaya .place.. Yes cagayan de oro is a nice city..the city golden frienship..

[@azzezaramozza3949]

Welcome to here city of gold and friendship my dear try also visit dahilayan adventure park and some parts in Northern Mindanao

[@faithlifeinmoscow8204]

Enjoy....exploring our city

[@markmessick9856]

I watched this video 10 months ago, iam home sick, Haha. My fiance lives there.iam stuck in the USA due to the virus.

[@scubatom8232]

Great Job Gio! I can’t wait until I move to the Philippines to start exploring. Looks like a place I need to visit.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks buddy!

[@sojereypaintdol4794]

Glad to see my place on youtube.... I'm a native C.D.Onians and now living in luzon area....keep it up man ,Gio...yes we take good care our expats there in C.D.O.

[@lir5001]

Cdonians?? Lol

[@jimtrotter4359]

Thanks for sharing this information and your time. Great vlog.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks Jim!

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

Thanks. CDO is on my list. Watching was like being there.

[@gracejonesgj3368]

Thank you Gio for a great review here in my city, hope you'll stay here soon. 👍

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks Grace, I am here currently.

[@gracejonesgj3368]

Wow enjoy more in your stay Gio...till last day. Ur staying only for a month right? U gonna miss cdo soon.

[@rickinhawaii]

Cdo is awesome! Thanks for the video

[@GiointhePhilippines]

You bet!

[@julietajohnston8601]

We don't call CDO the "City of Golden Friendship" if not for her friendliness!

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Very friendly and such a nice city :-)

[@terrywilkins7914]

Thanks for sharing. BTW. Guimaras is definitely a must visit when it comes to nature.

[@zaimax6030]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ cagayan thank you for sharing really like it

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks

[@lorenmilkey7559]

I am learning so much from your videos.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Thanks

[@GeriLeveri]

I live in CDO when im in the PHI. Good place but most time we spend in Camiguin (very close to CDO).

[@GiointhePhilippines]

yea, I really enjoyed it there!

[@anthonykeller5120]

Thanks for another great video Gio. More like a petting zoo. I actually have a sewing machine like that one. The cool animal statues are better than the live animals.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Antique, but it is more for kids for sure.

[@BobJones-ln5fz]

Your pronunciation of Cagayan De Oro is legendary! Nice video.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

LOL thanks

[@mln2963]

Another great video. Thank you. Any plans on going to Iloilo City in the near future?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Hi Mike, yea, I will be going to iloilo within the next month.

[@bebeaznar3399]

Thanks a lot for sharing this video.im living near the said city but I've never there before

[@Cinnamonrollseveryday]

Thanks Gio, a 4.6 rating will work for me😄

[@terrybaikie2181]

Thanks Gio, Might you seperate between nature and outdoor activities? I kind of dislike cities so nature, at least to me, is the natural evironment, not zoos for domesticated animals, tiny cages preventing birds flying, or beaches with people...get my point I hope. Enjoying your series, keep it up.

[@SoloDad905]

I don't really pay attention to the travel advisory maps. You have to do research to find why they are reporting areas as do not travel advisory. I was in Iligan city, which is in the red zone, do not travel advisory. I had absolutely no problem walking around in many places in the city. The advisory was because of Zamboanga city, and Marawi city, which is to the south. Most of Mindanao is perfectly fine.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Exactly

[@michaelw9961]

Good information.

[@xplorerv6315]

organized and well plan areas: 1. laguna 2. subic 3. clark city (soon) 4. iloilo cheap to live than manila city: 1. Lapu lapu City (cebu) 2. Ilo ilo 3. Cagayan De Oro 4. davao 5. Ormoc City 6. Bohol 7. many more

[@johnclark7973]

Where are the best places for Western amenities and single girls in their 20s & 30s?

[@aundreherron4898]

I live in cagayan de ore city and enjoy being here

[@jonross8925]

Good information,., what about nightclubs, bars and karaoke places? In the future, please cover those when you do videos in different town and cities. Thanks.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I don't really go out and drink much so hard for me to review that stuff. I do know there are some great bars and clubs here though.

[@GlahmArni]

Lol 😂😂😂 not that important thing, only for few.

[@jonross8925]

@@GlahmArni ,.,., Yeah, but he did some videos of Ageles City walking street and surrounding areas. So i'm sure videos of other cities would not be as infamous.,.,., Some travelers doesn't have time for romance.

[@jonross8925]

@@GiointhePhilippines ,.,., Yes do some Sport bars, some travelers like to watch sports and eat and have some beers and maybe ring some bells.,., and overall contribute to the local establishment.

[@troyamplayo2309]

Nightlife in CDO is the best in Mindanao and second best in Visayas next to Cebu. Bars, ktv's, and nightclubs are sprouting everywhere. No limitations, no liquor bans, and no curfews (except in some scenarios like the pandemic, etc.).

[@rizmor9966]

Nice place to live Cdo💕💕

[@GlahmArni]

Nice place.

[@tomhanna8994]

Had a beach front property in Dilipuga between CDO and Illigan City beachfront sold when me and the ex got divorced .

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Must have been beautiful!

[@stevenlawrence5733]

I love your report but if living in CDO for myself personally a lot of those activities you emphasized are once in a while activities and I love the white water rafting. I stayed long term in Cebu and I found that Cebu had a lot to offer for long term living but I'm very open to a less stress city like CDO. As a single man would CDO serve me well?? Variety and options for dinner and bar entertainment it's a tuff call to make if CDO would be a place I'd prefer over Cebu. Cebu impressed me with salsa and bachata dancing two nights a week at Crossroads Plaza. I can't help but to wonder would one encounter what one encounters in Dumaguete while living in CDO where everyone knows everyone and everyone kind of knows who you are dating etc. Great video and thank you.

[@fuzznakano]

thanks gio. good show. mjr tokyo

[@carvercapitalequitypartner122]

Have only ever heard good things about CDO.

[@graceanndinero2291]

😲 WOW 😎😍 I'M SURPRISED 😎 YOU VISIT IN MY CITY 🥰 WOW NICE. I LOVE MY CAGAYAN DE ORO 💕 MY PLACE MY HOME 🏡 . GOD , BLESS YOU . and Protect you always 🙏💞

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Beautiful place!

[@jhaanielamozartizs9884]

Welcome here my friend 😘♥️😋

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Hello 😊

[@samialsubhi1067]

Thanks

[@jeansagetaris5193]

Woww CD0 near Cristina falls

[@GiointhePhilippines]

yes, in iligan city!

[@Coffewithsteve]

my favourite city

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Great city!

[@MrCubflyer]

That is a Ropes course

[@Batman-jc5uc]

I am married to a filipina and am planning to retire in the Philippines. The people are soooooo much nicer than the USA. I disagree with him about Manila. The people were very friendly to me in Manila and I have been there twice.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

They are friendly, but even more friendly in other places.

[@anthonysawyer4079]

Hey Gio! I'm moving to Cagayan de Oro City to retire in a few years after I retire in the U.S. Right now I'm looking for a good bank for my Filipina girlfriend to open an account for saving money and to be able to use a debit card issued by the bank. She will be traveling extensively between CGO City and Kibawe in Bukidnon province. Any suggestions for a good bank?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

BPI or BDO are the best banks here and many branches all over the Philippines.

[@docbunn]

What do you know about the safety on the city south I think is Malaytabay? Might be mis-spelled. Lol.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Malayabay I think. Yea, supposed to be a nice city, I stopped in their briefly on a bus trip, looks nice and friendly. I hear some great hiking and beautiful waterfalls.

[@contactyuesesdi6323]

It's Malaybalay

[@MegaLnichols]

What is the name of the condo ?

[@Es-do8xu]

If my budget 1500 $ monthly's is this good to live their comfortable???

[@yuesesdiapp9804]

That is above the average salary so yes.

[@JellChrisaRamos]

Yes babe I can guide you to my hometown

[@Coffewithsteve]

my favourite place tostay

[@kenttoledo6241]

amazing

[@ayankinthephilippines1416]

southern part of palawan keep out

[@jamesmichaelfrank]

@Anthony B S.Palawan keep out ? Please enlighten me.

[@yuesesdiapp9804]

@@jamesmichaelfrank maybe china bullying

[@johnclark7973]

Nice place. Is their Taxi apps in the Phillipines?

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Grab

[@shakir2996]

Nice review ... What's the name of the Condo complex where you stayed for a month.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Primavera Residences

[@shakir2996]

@@GiointhePhilippines Thanks for the quick response. Was that booked through Airbnb or a private condo owner or a property manager.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Airbnb

[@RajanBodhi]

Anyone, A question please - Is the climate in the uptown little cooler , more breeze, or it is the same like downtown cost line? If the same- any place near the city have some elevation? Thank you, Appreciate ~~

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I think it is because less tall buildings so you get the breeze.

[@glennlewman1377]

I have live Uptown since 2006. Cooler with much fresher air.

[@glennlewman1377]

Gio in the Philippines It is because the higher elevation and a cool breeze comes down the river from the mountains.

[@jhaanielamozartizs9884]

Adventure Capital in the Philippines baby❤️🤭😘🤣😋👍

[@amiehardin9273]

Wish you have shown the actual downtown and citylife of cdo. As far as I can remember its city layout and corner streets were really disorganized back in the days, this may have changed now. And its too close to Marawi, I’d be cautious bringing my friends in that area.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Downtown is nice and there a lot of condos there and all the malls are there. I don't think it is dangerous at all.

[@bertimus7031]

I am a US citizen born and raised in NYC but when i hear the Infrastructure is best in the USA, that is complete BULLSHIT. Bangkok infrastructure makes NYC look like El Salvador in comparison. Everything is is new, fasr and completely connected in asia, especially Thailand and the Philippines

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I tend to agree with you!

[@mannyv.3171]

A lot of cities here in the US are no better than asean countries....when it comes to infrastructures

[@CaptUnderpantzz]

Huh???I live in the Philippines and love it here, but better infrastructure than the US? Are you high...Have you ever driven on a road here? Seen the poor electric grid here? The slowest internet in Asia. The building quality is mostly poor. If you had mentioned Japan or South Korea then you would have a point. Plus if you are outside any decent sized city dont expect a wifi connection or reliable power. What a dumb comment!

[@gabrielevergreen7699]

@@CaptUnderpantzz maybe he was referring to BGC and Makati areas.

[@RajanBodhi]

Thanks Gio. Anything to mention about the CDO girls, the dating seen?

[@RajanBodhi]

scene

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Fantastic!

[@tyrel_io]

Just make sure you have millions of pesos. The girls in CDO will vacuum the cash out of your pocket.

[@roygoad2870]

You should show this to the local tourist board and get some sort of award for promoting CDO in such a positive way. For myself I wasn’t there as long as you so you got to know the place, I only had time to explore the downtown area. Imo I felt you sugar coated the place, you didn’t show the reality of the streets and how the local people live.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

I am not sure if my quality is good enough yet but I am working on my filming and editing .

[@jupwizer]

Its unfair if you think CDO is not good by just exploring the downtown. CDO is famous in the Philippines because of the adventure things.

[@reynaxyz415]

Where is this place?

[@ralphstewart4025]

That Noah's Arc looks great for our 6 year old. We live in Maguindanao in ur red area, I've never had a problem there in 4 years, My wife went to CDO in 2004, she didn't like it, too many Mari-now sect Muslims, too conservative, for her "free-will" clan.

[@GiointhePhilippines]

Yea, there are a lot of areas that are more than safe. I will be going to iligan this week. Noah's Ark is great for a 6 year old.

[@visitcdocity]

Proud Kagay-anon here!

[@susamogus586]

iv been here

[@jasminesanchez2770]

Cebu is the best to live from abroad

[@medgolly7342]

I’ve been there three times really enjoyed it there and I felt save there with my Filipino wife and of course got warned of the pick pockets too but many areas have the same problems !n as well as what this blogger warned also about areas outside the city are unsafe especially towards Marawi where there was a Seven month battle with Muslims following ISIS several years ago which my Filipino warned me too about Muslims there ! Also by the way try the bakery’s excellent products cakes fresh bread amazing flavour !

[@milomilo417]

Tristan should have worn a face mask with a big dark sunglass

[@marineboyocean]

CDO Baby ❤️🇵🇭🏝👩🏽☀️🦈😉

[@zaimax6030]

New frnd

[@W1LDWESLEY]

Got a lady friend there🥰

[@Globetrotter5198]

What about hospital's?

[@troyamplayo2309]

There are a lot of public and private hospitals here. CDO is the regional center in Northern Mindanao so health services are really good.

[@1Chuck4U2C]

Thank You , After the CCP-Virus has gone away. I would love to See the Philippines. I’m an older white guy, but I know many Filipinos here in the States. Be Happy and Stay Free.

[@yuesesdiapp9804]

I love that you say it as CCP Virus👏. China has been occupying islands here illegally in Palawan area. Philippines needs help and hope Biden makes a tough stance against china.

[@johnkunkle5559]

Hi Gio, How would you rate the women in Cagayan de Oro: Overall prettiness (compared to Davao)? Are they still "province girls"? I've heard that the internet has changed the women of the big cities in the Philippines -- making them more like "city girls". I suppose the word is "more sophisticated." Or "more worldly." What is your opinion about the women in Cagayan de Oro? Thanks in advance. John

[@yuesesdiapp9804]

Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach is from Cagayan de Oro. They're tight petite some have asian, spanish or african facial features.