Why I left the Philippines (2022)

Why I left the Philippines (2022)
#philippines #manila #bgc

[@laramayalastre7287]

Oh i remember him yesterday while we were playing volleyball. Thank you for including us in your video! ❤️

[@maysielefebvre2350]

Hi Mergin, I've been following your journey since you left Thailand for the Philippines. And still do . I ENJOY Your vlogs everywhere you go exploring in the Philippines.

[@nicolekite5777]

It's ok to leave and come back as you want. We understand that you're a vlogger and you want to visit all countries in the world. We will still support you wherever you will be. Same as other vloggers out there.

[@stepeasmans6436]

Philippines is where you can chill, relax and people mostly you can see they are not in hurry. No pressure at all and people always think positively.😊😊

[@arseniosantos4147]

For me your strength is your communication skills. The way you express your thoughts is so clear and refreshing. And when you just let your thoughts run , you let us go with you on a ride. This specific vlog is an example. I also like that you don't over hype.

[@mikelloyd5780]

Great to have you back I'm going to Manila next Sunday from U K and try a week in Thailand 🇹🇭 😊

[@jeremyf5051]

I love the plan. Truly, it's the day to day interactions with people where your channel shines. BGC is great for that.

[@MsSfoodandtravel]

So glad you’re okay. We’ve been checking on your current Vlogs and was worried something happened to you in India. Happy to see you’re back in the Philippines. 😊

[@sandraluzuriaga7907]

Yay, you’re back, Mergim! Thanks for being so transparent and honest. Looking forward to more of your adventures in the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@vin7409]

As I checked your channel, your views literally dropped (by as much as 50% or more) when you left the Philippines for India. I've noticed this trend with other KZbinrs who stayed and vlogged long enough in PH. Once they leave the country, there is this significant drop in their view count. Up until now, this is still something that's hard to remediate especially for international vloggers. You must be good to be back here. 😊

[@Isekairecapped]

glad you’re back Mergim. Missing Mergim/Maya content 😢.

[@amaliahightower]

You’re full of surprises Mergim glad to see you’re Ok and back in the Philippines! The Alien Registration Card is good for 1 year so it’s all worth it for me. Total in all for $450 rather than paying $1,400 US for my airline ticket. My friend is renting in Makati and she only pays 15k pesos a month. She takes P2P bus right by Greenbelt to get to BGC.

[@iamarleen]

Welcome back to the Phils 🤗 At 1:07 timeline of this vid, I just saw my niece playing volleyball 🤭🤣 she’s so surprised to know 🥰

[@noypi168]

Welcome Back to the PI. I feel quite sad when you left PI without explanation and now I knew it. Now i have to watch you again before i start my day here in Las Vegas👍🇵🇭🇺🇲🇵🇭🇺🇲🇵🇭🇺🇲

[@get2riz]

Mergim -- I am privileged you are making videos. I like watching them. I like your style and the voice you add. I'm a fan. I wish for you to be healthy and happy because that is when you are at your best. It's difficult to make authentic, honest content all the time. This is why you keep on trying. On to the next chapter.

[@wynnsandiego5001]

No worries if u travel outside Ph thats your work as travel vlogger, we support. Whereever u are bro.

[@epi_diet023]

Oh yes i was schocked because you never mentioned it to your vlog that you're going to India. But anyway, thank you for the info and just keep on going Mergim.

[@sabugdalantx]

Wohoo your back. As Pinoy American here in Houston happy to see you back cause we need your great info. Your a good ambassador to the step child of Asia. Salamat and ingats

[@maritesstrio-rafael4427]

Glad to hear that you are back in the Phils. Also, so happy to hear about you getting new shoes....

[@cecilroldan280]

Hello Mergim welcome back here in Philippines, like some vloggers they just stay here and vlog so many places here everyday no need to go so far keep your goal Mergim still a lot of Pilipino support your channel.

[@fishingbuddyph8786]

Good to hear that you are making PH your base, Mergim! 👍

[@joonkeuk]

I unsubscribed when you went to India. But now that you’re back, I am subscribed again.

[@amelitamahraon2921]

Started watching your blogs of the Philippines. Interesting and rather educational and respectful of our culture. Best wishes and success to your Philippine travels. 👍

[@mackyliwag7660]

Welcome back! It's Macky- that editor you met at Starbucks haha ;)

[@cycy274]

Welcome back mergim. We love you from all Filipinos here in the Philippines. Don't do that again. U just disappeared in a blink of our eyes. More videos to come ❤️ take care always. It's our typhoon season here in the Philippines.

[@melayap8041]

Did he owe you an explanation for disappearance lol✌️✌️

[@JanVergelYOLO]

I know in London you can cross the pedestrian road even if it's still on red given if there's no cars around, but in the Philippines it's not advisable, Mergim. London is such a busy city that everyone is in a hurry.

[@gregomartinez2740]

Man, I really miss your vlog here in the philippines. Good to see you back!

[@Rottenカニ]

Mergim Welcome Back!!! ☺️ Glad to hear you're back in the Philippines, kudos to you for taking the challenge of going to India, but I'm glad that you're safe and back to the Philippines. ☺️🇵🇭

[@mfpas7666]

Happy that you came back. Why don’t you search online for air bnb. It is a lot cheaper and more like a home. Just search for the area that you would like to stay and there will be lots of places they will suggest and you can look into them. Or call them

[@alexh4338]

Mergym, followed your vlogs from Surrey since you left Thailand to get into the mood for my upcoming trip to the Philippines. Very informative your videos! My 4th trip there takes place next week. Maybe I run into you next weekend when I’m with my pinay wife and baby in BGC. Take care and keep up the great work!

[@Wanderw]

Are you serious? You’re back in the Philippines? Wow , I didn’t expect that. Welcome back. Of course, you can always come and go, you are always welcome to stay in the Philippines. We are gonna support wherever you go and happy. Yes, it’s practical to exit than waste 5k for visa extension. Smart plan

[@carlosbleza5407]

5k pesos is for ACR which is valid for 1 yr.

[@moniquechavez1911]

Hello Mergim, Welcome Back! We are happy to hear from you again. More Power. Keep going and God Bless you Always n your everyday Journey. 🙏🙏🙂🙂

[@hachii4476]

1st🇵🇭 welcome back mergim

[@marj5159]

Hi mergim,explore the world.travel as you can.we understand that you need to collect a good content for your subscribers. We are always here to support you anyway.

[@ryanmar6380]

Taking a break and establishing new viewers from other countries is essential for vloggers, but making PH as your base is a brilliant idea.. continue what you love doing and you'll see more success.. can't wait to see ur future vlogs especially an India part2

[@Ilaya593]

Good to have you back, mate. Sorry, I didn't watch any of your India vlogs. But you can be sure I will be watching your Philippine vlogs, for sure.

[@deetl]

You are always welcomed in the Philippines. One does not travel the country, they EXPERIENCED it - in reality, with quirky crowds and serendipitous experiences! That was what you were doing before going to India. That was entertaining! Thank you very much! Now, you can experience the typhoon - another unexpected check! We will continue to support you!

[@racheldimayuga4636]

So glad you’re back in the Philippines. Seeing you in India took us all by surprise and not uploading vlogs for a week made us worried. So glad that you’re safe and thanks for the explanation.

[@rheneelu81]

Indeed

[@stevens8785]

What it did show is that the majority of the 'loyal' supporters out of the Philippines didn't watch his work out of India as his view numbers for them fell dramatically. That there is no denying. 'Loyal' supporters follow the content creator from country to country no matter where they go and in that respect I do feel for Mergim who was entitled to think his visit to India as far as his business is concerned would have maintained a steady interest if not grown even further from interest within India. I can honestly say I was one (from Australia) that watched every video out of India and made comments on some of them. How many of the 'loyal' subbies out of the Philippines can say the same?

[@metcard]

I'm no filo, I'm from Australia too. I did watch the first two Indian vlogs and didn't find them as interesting as the Philippine ones. For me it felt like Filipinos are far happier and more enthusiastic to interact with Mergim. The Philippine energy is just fun to watch imo.

[@angelitomacalam2201]

@@metcard I THINK I AGREE WITH YOU ITS MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES, IIT IS THE PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE ITS WELCOMING TO THE FOREIGNERS LIKE THE AUSRALIAN VLOGGER LUKE DAMMANT

[@christophergo3842]

welcome back to philippines.. ur a vlogger and u free to explore the world and ur self.. just be happy in everything u do.. wish u all the best.. and stay safe..🙂

[@gracer1173]

Mergim, I like your honesty and respect for your viewers. Your commitment to providing us with meaningful content is unwavering and you stay true to the course. How enlightening it must have been for you to realize your spiritual connection to the Philippines and the people! You were already vested in it. God bless you and you've made the right decision to stay. Home is where the heart is!

[@MoonlightLC888]

You are already famous here and we're happy to see you back in the Philippines @Mergim Vlogs

[@pubkentos4501]

Now 😮 im glad and surprised to hear that Philippines Will be your Home base???…..hhhhmmmmmnn because before im your basher .. because I dont like Frankly speaking that those vlogger who loves Thai rather than my country I Will not support them…as well IF I watched wrong vlogg im The one who Will criticize and pull EM down…now that I hear you from that even tough you dont say you Love Philippines rather that Thai..its enough for me PH you chose to be your homebase..k,!)… so Welcome to The fold… more power mergim… good luck..

[@roelsemilla3149]

welcome back . Thank you for making the Philippines as your base. cheers to more exciting and interesting vlogs in your channel.

[@iflipover]

Nice to see you back, Mergim! On the practical side, it’s nice to see you staying long-term though there’s a danger of having an only-Filipinos audience (depends how you look at it) if you’ll still be traveling. Though for your other country travels, I will probably appreciate a more edited video (with information, prices, etc) from a tourist point-of-view rather than a raw vlog. Your stay here would most likely be similar to Making It Happen’s and Juicy Vlogs’ videos when they first moved here - showing the city of life of Makati and BGC. You may want to consider nearby cities for less expensive rental expenses esp those with lots of food options. You’ll still basically be nearby and have access to all you need (good hospitals, necessities, etc). Yes, there’s still more of India to cover and given more time, they’ll love your content too! You may also want to set up an Instagram (to easily touch base with your ‘loyal’ followers for a more real-time communication via Stories. Also a Facebook page and upload your videos there. I’m told there’s a big audience that watches only FB videos like one does on YT (I’m just personally YT). So anyone staying here long-term will do well on FB coz we have biggest number of users there. Also TikTok shorts esp your store and food or resto recommendations. On the personal front, how are you and Maya? Would she be visiting soon? Don’t you miss your doggo?

[@maryjoyreyes5100]

The advantage of having Filipino audience is that we got a lot of overseas workers around the world who misses the Philippines. ❤ I love Mergim not exagerating things.

[@rosebruno3160]

Glad to hear that Philippines is your base,thank you. Be safe & enjoy wherever you go anyway we still support your channel

[@shaimaye]

You're doing a great job as a vlogger. Love to watch your videos, learned different places around Philippine cultures. I'm glad you staying longer in Philippines. Have fun and enjoy.

[@Telfund38154172]

My wife and I are watching your trips everytime and we have learned a lot 😌 ...so welcome back....

[@borrico1965]

Welcome back, Mergim! So thoughtful of you to give such an explanation. Absolutely, BGC is world class. The prices there are world class too! Hehehe But when you cross Kalayaan Ave. or C-5 highway bounding BGC, you might find cheaper lodgings there. Makati central business district across EDSA is another option. Those are much closer to BGC than Binondo. Why not do your visa trips to Thailand? Just wondering. Welcome back!

[@dolores8854]

Glad you returned, Mergim. I must admit feeling disappointed when you abruptly left without explanation. Hope you find your destiny in the Philippines. More power to you and may God Bless your ENDEAVORS!

[@abs-cbntv5vlog179]

...tnx for coming back to the Philippines🇵🇭...anyway, you won't regret more subscribers and views await you here💕💕💕

[@bryanbautista539]

Silent subscriber here... Welcome back! Since you plan to make the Philippines your temporary home base, I really think you should apply for a television network in the news segment for like travel (local or out of the country) seeing as you have a commanding speaking voice and its not a thick brit accent. Infact it's just a perfect speaking voice. But learning the local language (tagalog) would be a plus. I hope you could bump into someone who belongs to a tv station to help you out. That would also catapult the number of your youtube subscribers if you are also seen on tv. If you are away from Thailand, what about your girlfriend there? Cheers mate!

[@allanolandria2011]

Hi Mergim, good to see you back to the Philippines and that shows your love to the country

[@jessasoliano797]

Glad to hear that you are back in the Ph and even more glad to hear that you are making the Ph your base. Im expecting Siargao vlogs soon, i think Siargao island suits your vibe very much, ive seen how happy and settled you were in Moalboal in Cebu and it has the same island vibe in Siargao in my opinion.

[@rhoelg]

My new fav foreign vloger is back and here to stay quite often, awesome man! You will make it to 500k subs in time haha. Trust me 28sqm studio is more than enough for you and you will save money that is the most common studio size in Manila, there are 1 and two beddy at 32sqm so 55 is actually huge. Another option is getting unit in Cubao or Eastwood CBDs which is much more affordable but also have great lifestsyle to offer.

[@lovinlife0120]

Yey! My fave vlogger is back!! Nice to see again back in bgc! Read lots of comments on collab with my other fave vloggers! Yes pls do collab with them as they have made a mark here in the Phil. Keep safe Mergim!

[@lovierbagunu9517]

Welcome back to the Philippines Mergim! We missed you so much buddy!

[@poppylove1647]

I'm back watching you mergim! Glad you are safe after the food poison! Looking forward to more adventures! Welcome back again! Cheers from Gold Coast Australia!🥰💞🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@mariomovillon1613]

Making a quick turn for India gets you some respite. At the same time it helps you get newer perspective and fresher outlook about another world, another culture. For the world horizon is so vast and wide indeed, and its diversity is beyond imagination. Nice to have you back Mergim! Your candor and truthfulness as to the process of making your contents plus the diligent and careful editing, separates you from most other vloggers. That style I think, endears you to your subscribers and followers. In effect, it somehow gets us inevitably 'engaged' if not 'hooked', to your daily vlogs.

[@astersabellano162]

Welcome back Mergim, I'm also following your vlog while you are in India. Hope you can go back to Cebu again.

[@manuelsalaria6039]

Welcome back and make the most of vlogs in the Philippines. We do miss you too.

[@ronifajardo9391]

welcome back bro you're always welcome here in our country

[@Makemineroses]

Welcome 😊 back.Try to ask Mike from Make it happen how much their new studio is in BGC and nearby Pasig has great places at a more reasonable price.About 15-20 minutes away.

[@nightwing4065]

I was really looking forward on your India vlogs, anyway I'm still glad you're back in the Philippines. Perhaps, you could visit & travel to Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam etc while making Bangkok or Manila as your home base. Anyway, there's an incoming typhoon tomorrow. We might experience heavy rains and strong winds. There's no need to travel to the islands for now. I believe the urban area is your strongest suit. Stay safe as always. 😄👍

[@gangstagummybear3432]

Lol, if he doesnt want to make those places his base, he is under no obligation to do so, it is up to him to be where he feels he wants to be or not, sorry if he probably doesnt go along with the current hype of those places; too bad.

[@froicabuling]

Try to contact Make it Happen vloggers in BGC or the JUicy Vloggers who have just returned from UK who owns a condo in BGC for rent I reckon you can negotiate the price fairly. In doing so you might find more affordable place to suit your need coz they have been living there for almost three years.

[@eli.capinbxu]

He can find his own place to stay to his liking and requirement. Why ask people that he didn't even know personally.

[@WordNeedGOD]

You got 50k now it will go up much further higher

[@pinkylarosa8333]

Wow glad to hear that Philippines is your base,thanks for loving our country 😀 😊

[@brilate]

Love ❤️ your blog within the Philippines 🇵🇭 Have fun in India 🇮🇳

[@KakosamoTV]

Welcome back Mergen..we'll support you here.♥️

[@Matt-ie3os]

I know in Rockwell you can do a 3-month lease. It's not as exciting as BGC, but it's not that far either. I'm currently paying 55k + 6k utilities for a 72m 1 bedroom.

[@lemontwist2524]

It's okay Mergim we understand! Welcome back!

[@mariaelmahirai4303]

We are so happy that you come back here, webreally missed you and very sad that you left the Philippines.. and now your back, really really happy and thank you for coming back ♥️♥️♥️

[@luzmalamion6428]

Yah I got sad Mergim when you left Philippines so suddenly. I thought you're coming to Baguio when the weather gets fine. But when I saw your next vlog you are already in India. Neweys I'm happy that you're back and welcome to the Philippines!

[@rosssantos51]

Welcome back to the Philippines. 😊😊😊 It is nice to know and get to see different cultures and you'll never get to do that when you stay in the same place. But as most of your followers must be thinking, the Philippines is always open for you to come back to. 😊😊😊 More power. 👍👍👍

[@yosei2386]

Welcome back Mergim, yes, we're happy to know you will make the Philippines your homebase. We will keep supporting your channel. All the best to you...

[@joshtv9668]

Glad to hear you making Philippines your base Mergim and welcome back to the Philippines.. yeah, getting a condo or apartment is great and cheaper for you.. I have a vacant studio unit in Filinvest Alabang with gym and pool amenities where the rent is 12k pesos per month but it was designed for office staff accomodations, I think it's just small for you.

[@analynj30]

Welcome back mr.mergim 😀 Don't mind the negative comments u are freely to go wherever u want...to have a experience and adventure Anyway glad u found ur shoe size in India 👍always take care po..

[@lulureyes4138]

Welcome back Mergim! I saw your india vlogs and when it stopped I did think you had food poisoning, glad you're better.

[@analintabat4539]

Thanks Mergim you love my country Philippines your heart 💖 is easy to adopt Pilipino culture

[@norie66simon83]

Yeah! I miss your vlogs in the Philippines! I'm glad your back.

[@hermiditaigat5030]

Welcome back….we miss your vlogs here in the Phil.

[@millennialinmanila5621]

I like that you are very honest in your vlogs. You go to places where you can have big views and nothing wrong with that. You just being practical.

[@shinertom142]

Damn right you owed us.. you left us hanging !! 😉✌️🙏

[@arlscent]

Welcome back! Looking forward to many more content of yours

[@wayneromero4090]

Welcome back to the Philippines ! We're all happy you are back agsin.

[@izzatraveloguetv6624]

Welcome back to Philippines watching from London

[@NeoKrypton21]

Thanks for coming back here with us, Mergim! 🙏🙏❤️❤️👍👍✌️✌️

[@aryoldmagdasoc497]

welcome back mergim.thankyou and enjoy godbless u.

[@stephenkrus]

That sunset sky in the BGC that you captured... perfection!💎✨👌#chillvlog. Best of luck finding your apartment!✨🤞

[@michaelgrant2132]

Great to see you back in the Philippines. Your sudden jump to India certainly was a damn good curveball.

[@raymundcordova1016]

Great you’re back Mergim!! Filipinos love your vlog!! Period. God bless and stay safe! ❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇬🇧

[@eilasorrodag8096]

Welcome back🇵🇭 i really miss ur vlogs here in Philippines stay safe and enjoy take care.!!🇵🇭❤️❤️❤️

[@karissafabia8182]

Glad you are back! I was checking your channel why there's no uploads, Welcome back Mergim!!🎉🎉

[@leoflores7890]

Welcome back Mergims again nice watching your channel

[@renzericsongabuya7842]

Wow. Welcome back Mergim. Enjoy your stay.

[@emmanonymousredd3012]

Will support you, just keep on chugging quality vids...

[@mimi2songbird]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAS!!! Welcome Back daaaahling! Ill be satisfied again with half an hour video!!! Please dont cut it short Mergim 😊

[@Spankyvibes]

Appreciate you ma bradah!!!! hope you can explore and enjoy here, consider your new home... peace out!

[@conchitaculanding1150]

Glad to hear from you again. BIG YES for you that you are going to go back on shearing your Hobby to all your KZbinRS. MAY YAHWEH, AND YAHSHUA BLESS YOU. SHALOM...

[@moirazzz01]

We love you Mergim!! ❤️❤️❤️ Kisses from Manila!!

[@lyndonsadie]

I will wait for your detailed contents about BGC. Its a modern part of Manila that requires good broll and explaining like you do sir. Hopefully you get as well a cozy and affordable place nearby BGC.