Is the Philippines SAFE for foreigners? (street interviews) 

As a Filipino we respect the foreigner to our country...give them smile to everyone

Every countries have a dangerous place.... but still i love my country and Iam proud to be a Pilipino.❤🇵🇭

I travelled there last year and my mate missed the plane so I was forced to go alone which was quite daunting to me at first but apart from all the beggars overwhelming you the Filipino people are the nicest most respectful people I have ever met and I've never felt safer anywhere ever such friendly and warm people I recommend anyone thinking of going there stop thinking and go I guarrantee you won't regret it there is some stunningly beautiful places to experience too I will definitely returning regularely

Whatever they speak about the Philippines...I respect it❤

The Philippines is a democratic country. You are free to visit anyplace you want! Just be very careful and be safe traveling! Filipinos are easy to talk to if any foreigners need help. Filipinos are glad to see people from other countries to visit, live and do business in the Philippines! The islands are waiting to all visitors! More fun in the Philippines! Mabuhay!!!✌️🇵🇭

I got the humuor .. i think the guy said it’s dangerous because if you don’t know adobo, menudo, etc..’ ..mostly are pork and if you indulged (because it tastes good) can be dangerous to health 😉

Filipinos in general are friendly, hospitable and majority of the population can converse in English. It amazing to see visitors from other country have explored the islands more than I have. Cool!

The meat in the western countries like here in US are enhanced for flavor and looking fresh, you can’t beat the fresh wet market in the Philippines!

A Filipina once stole my heart and another one broke my heart but besides that it pretty safe.

Its More scarry In las Vegas Than here In the PHILIPINES

Very Good answers by these foreigners Alex. Some of these people have lived here longer than I have and someone opening a business here that's cool. I think Philippines is very safe even when crossing the roads lol I guess I'm just used too it. Take care Alex 👍🆒😎

I was at SM Cebu seaside before the covid, there was a SA asking me if i was traveling alone. Then she asked me how am i going back to my hotel, she was advising me not to take tricycles & told me to take cab instead claiming that they r much safer

Good interview as always Alex ! I would like to hear the answer from the interviewed foreigners ? How can we thank the hospitable Philippines? How can foreigners do this ?

Interesting how folks like to say, they’re from the United States, but originally from somewhere else. People want to be known as being from North America. You included. Except those folks from Scandinavian countries and other places in Europe. Folks like to criticize the west, but want to live in places like the UK, Canada, and United States. We always enjoy your videos.

We have a lot of homeless people here too in the USA , I think it’s everywhere.

Thank you for all the nice comments. I'm proud to be pilipino.

I have never had a Safety Issue there after.23 Years!

Great answers, Mo (Moe?)! Surprised me on the "negative" answers! Positive vibes! 💯💥

Every countries have a dangerous place but it’s up to you on how you avoid to go that place but I must say Philippines is safe country for Foreigners for me Philippines is safe than other places let say US have a lot of hate crimes racism attack in the street especially they hate Asian people

I am an American that’s lived here 30+ years and speak the language fluently. It’s dangerous here don’t be fooled there is a reason why their are security guards everywhere and guns don’t be silly Expats are killed here all the time you just don’t here about it because “ It’s more fun in the Philippines”

Same here! Malapascua Island is my favorite island in Cebu!!

I watch most of your videos and I like this kind of content where you hear opinons of foreigners about what they think about Philippines. By the way I'm from Cebu and It's nice to see your background which is Ayala Mall. I live now in the US for 9 years.

The notion that The Philippines is a dangerous country came out during the existence of Abussayaff rebels in Mindanao, because they have done series of kidnapping. But now these rebels are gone and The Philippines is now more peaceful and in less danger.

When I first got to the Philippines over 5 years ago I was in Cebu city and as is my habit, I started exploring. I was walking around the different neighborhoods around Lahug, apas, I.T. park etc. I even had Filipinos telling me that I shouldn't be walking around at night but honestly I never even had one moment where I felt in danger. I absolutely love it here, the people, the culture (some of) the foods. The point the gentleman from Honduras made about the quality of meat is on point but I eat imported U.S. beef mostly so it's all good. Plus I don't have an aversion to pork and there is always good lechon baboy and lechon manok!

Thanks for making this video now I know I'm safe to go there 🎉

Which FOOD THAT IS GOOD TO YOU ???? COMPARE THE FRESH MEAT OR THE PROZEN ONE ??????

I have been in the Philippines for 14 years and have never felt anything but safe, I left the increasingly violent UK in 2009 and have no desire to return..

Safer than most western countries!

Regarding the meat though, if you live in the towns in provinces (not big cities), there is a local market with fresh supply of vegetable and meat everyday. The butchery sells meat processed on same day (usually 4am then bring to the market by 6am) . In our town, you have to go to the market the latest is 8am because around 10am, all newly butchered meat and fresh veggies are sold out by then. I guess the ´imported meat’ is more prevalent in Metro Manila due to high demands.

Good job sir 👏 👍 👌

❤❤❤ welcome to philippines.mabuhay!😅🎉

Great video brother

5:38 THIS GENTLEMAN FROM UK IS ABSOLUTELY BANG ON!!! 😂😂😂😂

I agree what the guy said at 5:23

It's More fun in the Philippines 🇵🇭 Celebrate 🎉4 Months of Christmas. 🎄😊 ♥️. 🇺🇸🇵🇭

I miss Philippines , here I don’t even know our neighbors name, in PH it’s easy to know the people n entire Baranggay😊

respect all the foriegner.

Thanks!

If you're still alive it is safe but if you're dead it's not but you're still alive so it is safe.

Well I've been there 7 times over 25 years. I would say "relatively" would fit well. I would lean on it more that personal belongings may not be so safe maybe rather than physically. My perspective, coming from Iceland, I live in the safest country in the world, or 2nd safest. But things have changed just slightly here, and the population is just about to cross 400,000 people. In 1970 it was just 200 k. 😄

That Guy on the 2nd interview. I am sure he's a Dog lover. I feel for the Guy and I appreciate his concern and I feel sad for my policymakers..

Been about 10 times to Manila area and Boracay a few times obviously u need to use common sense like one of ur interviews said 😊 don't walk down unlit st at night on ur own etc but that's the same all over the world 😮 main thing in Philippines I found was st kids pickpocket 😢 but other than that respect their ways as ur a visitor 😊

If you are a victim of a crime the Philippines is dangerous...on the other hand if you have a wonderful time it is safe...no different from many countries in the world

Thank you for living with us

@ 11:06 Yul Brynner in the house.

I LOVE MY COUNTRY THE PHILIPPINES. NO MATTER WHAT OTHER PEOPLE SAY ❤❤❤

Nice, varied observations from ppl but the last guy talking about meats...I'm chewing on an Australian steak while watching and it tastes awesome lol

It's safe to swim in the ocean....there's no shark...because shark afraid to human in the Philippines....

good job bro 👍

Random question. How is the weather there in July/Aug? I know it's rainy season. It's it every day? Does it rain for a bit and then stop? Like in Florida. I'm planning to move there. Either mid June 2024 or I can wait until Sept 2024. Kinda don't want to wait. As my plan is to rent am airbnb for 2 months while looking for a place. But if it's raining all the time, coukd be a hassle.

Im a Filipino and Whenever I go back there Just be cautious on your Belongings ...

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to be frank, the answer to that last dude's question (expat living in the Philippines) is yes. he specified scammers and pickpockets and things like that. generally if you keep your wits about you and don't walk around like the Philippines is some crime free island then you will mostly be fine but if not then you will be susceptible to scammers (ESPECIALLY the taxi drivers near the airports when you come in or almost any main tourist attraction/hub). just try to stay away from areas that look sketchy but again you just have to have street smarts in those instances and be able to read people who come up to you asking for things or if you need a ride somewhere, things like that. even Filipinos themselves will tell you they don't trust their own people when it comes to scamming. they can be very creative to get money out of you. remember that it is a 3rd world country. 😅

Pretty cool country I could say anyone would feel home.❤

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a lot of major American cities like LA, New York etc. also have a lot homeless people who sleeps in sidewalks some even put up tents....there are some people asking for a change in the streets, also mass shooting n Asian hate

Just like anywhere else on this planet, Criminals,murderous crooks and thieves,drug addicts,sex offenders exist.And Philippines is no exemption.. However, generally speaking we Filipinos for some weird reason look up to foreigners, thanks to 300 years as subjects under Spanish colonization..Be honest and nice and you will have a blast here..On a side note,if youre not used to traffic forget our major cities..Its hell here! Go to the islands..

Sidewalk in philippines very dangerous to walk.,

Manila or rather the Philippines is a safe place for tourists....Rome, Italy have many pickpockets

All countries dengerous amaw 😂haha 😂haha 🎭

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I been to cebu area "visaya 10 times yes its generally safe however pickpocket or overcharging isn't uncommon if u travel without local crime can happen anywhere but It's been mostly fun. Warm humid different traffic/transport public guard security is much but it's a beautiful place though 🏖🐓🌏

Philippines is just like any other country in the world. Beautiful islands, nice people, nice malls, nice towns, nice provinces, nice cities paired with corruption, poverty, low wages, scams, frauds, thieves, gangs, bad politics, etc. The rich steals from the poor, how do you think the rich stays rich, right? Every country has dangerous places and areas of course, you have to do research and ask people around where is safe to stay. If you're a drinker and like night life then be cautious, as a foreigner even though you're not a troublemaker trouble can find you just round the corner if you're not careful enough. Thank God I don't have that issue as I personally don't smoke and drink drink so I avoid those places far away. This type of video is very generic, the Philippines has thousands of islands and a population of about 100 million people, asking 5 or 6 people in a vlog about these questions won't give you the full picture just a very thin generic view. Girls just as much dangerous as guys and sometimes they work together to use you or scam you so you have to be vigilant and careful. However the general consensus about the Filipino people being friendly is true indeed but then again don't think every single people you meet on the street are friendly. Most people yes and most people not, it's just the way it is. If you can find a good Filipino girl - which is not impossible but again be vigilant and careful - who loves you for who you are and takes care of you and looks after your "money" , & has good family too who loves and respects you, those type of girls are gold and worth settling down with.

Yes by the grace of God even if Philippines not perfect but not so much dangerous.

Alex, had you try tondo - happy land?😊

I’m not sure of why some people think that Philippines (my country) is dangerous?

In slum areas, there may be some problem.

Most countries are a mixed bag. Some parts of the Philippines can be unsafe. I don't like the animal welfare due to neglect and dogs are mostly not trained/trained well and the somewhat conservative culture despite the increase of liberalism amongst the youth and those who are disillusioned with Philippine society.

i was in the philippines 5 years ago. and the people were calling me tom cruise

Philippines is categorized as a dangerous country for tourists but they don't do mass shooting here instead a few cases of thief that are common to individual, and if you want to be safe stay home when it gets dark, that's how simple when it comes to crime.

WHAT IS THIS QUESTION??? 😂 WHEREVER YOU GO IN THE WORLD THERE IS DANGER SO USE COMMON SENSE. OTHER COUNTRIES HAVE GANGS AND DRUGS, GUNS...Lol...😂😂😂😂

Locals here know if your survive 9 out of 10 aren’t coming to court and cases here can be dragged out 10-15 years or longer Ive known of murder cases thats were dragged out until the senior victim died 😮 FACTS

Hindi .

Hes looks 25 and she looks 45

Mindanao seems more dangerous place

Just listen to other exacts' channels, they have a different story about safety. A couple of tourists cannot give a close picture of what's going on over there.

I found it very dangerous and the value of life is not very high there

They hire security guards to guard 7-11 stores with big guns, and you are telling me the Philippines is safe 😂 , what a joke

The crime rate is very high. The intentional homicide rate is at 6.46 per 100k population which is the highest in South East Asia. If you plan to visit South East Asia, Philippines is the place where the chances are the highest to be murdered.

Food preference is very subjective. A food adventurer is a plus if visiting Philippines.