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Just started watching your channel Evan, good work :) But I have a suggestion. I am part Filipino, born and raised in USA. Have you considered making a video for the Fil-ams or mestizo crowd like myself that are considering making a move there? I may be half, and I don't speak Tagalog, but I grew up around Filipinos my whole life. Since you have experience as a Fil-am who moved to the Philippines, I am curious to hear how you think Fil-ams are mestizos would think about moving back to the homeland.
@@MestisoHapa I'm a filipino that grew up in the usa. I still can't speak tagalog but enjoy living back in the philippines. I also would be curious if there are any differences because I don't feel any. It's 4 out of 5 things better here for me.
In America, I could feel myself becoming socially invisible in my mid 40's. After my move here it feels like I got taller, slimmer and much more handsome despite being in my mid 50's now. The acceptance and even love and respect of older people is great here.
@@manilamartin1001 good for you Martin! There's this thing I read about called "The Male Advatange" It speaks about how as a man gets older, he matures like wine (if he takes care of himself) which seems like your case
Not only to those above 60s chief. It's d Asean culture d elders should b respected even those in lower category like if someone aged 20/30 meets another 25/30s display of mutual respect is expected . Even as a senior citizen l always greet someone like Kuya etc though m much older .
There are the people who will not experience that "change" because they do not leave their personal and political baggage in their home country. Also not looking at the new experience as an adventure and not getting angry and frustrated in the PH. Thanks for the video!
You had Drew Binsky in your video. Good call! Been watching your videos for a few days now and I find them well thought out and very informative. Also, any 17 year old who ends all his videos with the words "God Bless" gets an A+ in my book. You seem like a great kid. Your family must be very proud. Keep up the good work!
You have taught me lots I've had 4 visits so far and I fell in love with the Philippines in the process of purchasing a property through a long time friend in Del Norte I so look forward to making the Philippines my home away from a dying country
As an older westerner, I have found if you look a little lost, like trying to find something in the market, there will always be someone who will ask if they can help and not necessarily the staff. My first trip ever I brought my own coffee because I knew there was a Mr. Coffee in the condo, but I forgot filters. Here in the states coffee filters would be with coffee, right? LOL! We found them with paper towels, disposable diapers and tissues. They are made of paper, right? 😄I have since grown used to Nescafe 3 in 1 with the occasional visit to Bo's.
funny. i live in manila and never ran out of coffee filters bought from supermarkets. wondering where you live. also, local coffee beans are way better
hey evan, when I get to the Philippines later this year, are you old enough to head out to the disco scene in your part of the country with me? I am a social guy and I want to try to meet several of the RU-vidrs that I follow when I finally make it into the country.
My husband and I have been viewing your videos together and we see that you have a younger sibling. We want to move to the Philippines, but our son is in middle school at this time. Can you give us his perspective of his school? Also, BGC seems to be great, we plan on checking it out late summer. We likely would plan to move and live in the city. Thanks for all the research! We appreciate the info.
Lots of good private and international schools here but they can be very expensive. Check out Ateneo, De La Salle, Woodrose, Poveda, Xavier, Brent, or International School Manila.
@@arnie3631 Thank you for the prompt response. I will check it out . My son doesn't speak Tagalog so he will need help in this area. He goes to a Catholic school here in the US and we hope to find a school suitable for his needs. Thanks again!
Another great video Evan. Some of your comments have brought into mind that as a Pinoy, I've called out ohana about the weird hypocrisy we have about being a "culture of courtesy and politeness" but then completely disrespect each other when we cut lines, blame the other person when clearly know it's our fault and find it common that we would rather dance around the truth rather than have a hard discussion about responsibility...most of my family still there avoid giving me a good answer, but they know I will mercilessly call them out to which they just say...oh yea but what just how we deal with it...if you ever figure this one out, let me know, I honestly think this is one of the cultural things that hold PH back...
Hey Savvy This was fun You really are getting some expertise, combining your personality and personal history with vibe of Philippine life and you're getting a nicer rhythm in your delivery--GOOD JOB! YOU'RE GOING TO GREATER PLACES SAVVY!!! you should teach your co-savvy compatriots some techniques so their videos are as fun-- Good job again on top 10 list Savvy 👍
Tuli, Lots of older men leave behind their problems in America and head to the islands of paradise. I am sure many have second chances and new chances. Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. You are right that driving rules are all but none. The noise is something else. The islands have great people. I love the accomodations. Be blessed!
Window we eat? haha. Nice list. I love the portion sizes here. I lost my photography career in the USA and found a new life here in my mid 40s. I couldn't be happier. I live on less than 1/3 my old income and yet feel richer with friends. I also took up farming and gardening. Who would have thunk it? I have free time for hobbies, traveling, and friends.
Traffic is insane in Manila...Its not to bad in the outskirts like Santa Rosa..However the stress in the US outweighs the Philippines...Thats the price in gold to come to the Philippines..
Hey bro, been watching this channel for a while now. I decided to pop in and subscribe. I've watched many vloggers on the tube regarding what it's like out there. I'm in NorCal and about to execute our trip there. We are overlanders and we have been everywhere. I see your vids are always in the city I was wondering if you can make a vid regarding the width of the roads out there and if it's designed to handle expedition vehicles including fees if we need to register the vehicles while out there in a temp fashion. I drive an Earthroamer LTi and the XVLT. I've done research about ferrying the trucks by sea as we have done in the past. Good information is always key coming from a locals perspective that is not a foreigner. Do you miss Chi-town at all just curious? Anyway thanks for all the info. Keep it up!
Hey Johnny. I'm not too knowledgeable on the vehicle scene around here, but I'll see what I can research. If you're in the city I'm in, BGC, you'll find wide roads so there will be no problem getting around. In smaller cities however, that's not the case. All I miss from Chi town was the food lol. Thanks for watching.
@@TheSavvyExpat It's cool. Thanks for going out of the way. If commercial trucks can fit there then the vehicles will also fit. It can be pretty challenging with both height and width. Height equates to trimming branches in order to get through that trail so as to not damage solar panels and other sensitive electronics on the roof. Hence "Adventure" THere is a place I've had my eye on as one of the destinations it's called Lake Pantabagan. Reminds me of Scotland. Chicago had good food last time we were out there we ate at Red Hot Ranch Of Armitage. Dogs were bomin. I like the direct approach you do that's why I watch your channel Keep it up!
Cutting in line, ha, ha, ha. Sorry for the reaction because it's something I haven't heard of or experienced during my 2 visits. This I experienced during my abroad studies where the local people didn’t know any better. It's nevertheless good to know because of the plan to return to Manila. Still yet to get used to making comments and your vlogs are very encouraging, especially this one. Thanks Evan and hope to see you there.
surely, driving is crazy in the philippines but seldom will you encounter road rage and accidents despite the chaos. japan and plastic are way more intimate lovers and american goods are multi-layered in plastic
I love watching your video because it's informative, but all the time, I have to check the upload date because all your thumbnail looks the same with you photo on it.
I thought it was less than that. Either way, I know it's pricey but you gotta try it! It comes with garlic rice so it's more than enough plus the quality shines through all the fake "wagyus" we tried here 😂
Hey man I know what got off on the wrong foot but please make a video about what Filipinos think of Fil-Am's (Filipino Americans) I really want to hear their prospective of what they really think about us because it seems like there is such a divide between Native Filipinos and Filipino Americans especially online. Please make that video and it will garner a lot of views for you.
a lot of local filipinos find filipino americans a bit offish because they carry with them the air of american superiority despite sharing the same physical features. also, endless talk of comparison between the philippines and america and complaints about the system will make most locals feel inferior and uncomfortably apologetic since disdain is hardly expressed. saying anything crass about the food filipinos consume, which a lot foreigners do, is the best way to get hated. generally, if you are a man, girls will find your american accent appealing but not vice versa
Savy u need to order double for each of u 🤣🤣but if u r outside not dining in a fast-food probably d cook/cafe will serve u a bit extra , depending on ur PR😎
I HATE plastic! Especially plastic bags. I'm bringing my own reusable bags. NO BOLSA!... as I used to tell the grocery checkout ladies in Vallarta Mexico when I was there in 2018.
This is my reply to your episode: Ten reasons why expats leave the Philippines. This is my opinion about your thoughts savvy. After reading all the exchanges of replies you and readers of comments on display (because replies needed click first to show up). You live in the Philippines and you enjoyed it in some degree..however, of course there must be some negatives anywhere in the world including the Philippines. But would you take responsibily ...to appease/minimize the many extreme negative thought about this country they are trying to imply generally? Because you are the one they ask!! ...Not all the Filipinos are expecting/waiting all the time for a 'hand out' from any foreigner their family member/relative involved with, you can oftenly see relatives feed by their foreign partners but mostly only on special occations/celebrations. More often they're just having curiousity & wanting to be friend to you. Many of us are farmers, fishers, sellers, drivers, mechanics, artist/painters, carpenters, decorators, beautician, technicians, musicians etc. Of course there are some lazy individuals everywhere, you even have machines even on simple dishwashings.. there are some do always thought of money in their minds, gamblers, drunkards, addicted to dangerous drugs, psychopaths, Godless..Now tell us, where in the world not having some individuals like these? America? Nope. You are the one to correct them because you started all these..but instead, you allow them to mock Filipinos and adds futher points in agreement to their saying. Be true to your conscience and experience! Do you really a witness or actually witnessing, that generally as I read all your exchanges of thoughts.. Filipinos are robbers/ lazy?.. if you are unsure, Say it to them. I know you are still young but you started this. You even suggested go ahead signal to a query to take Filipina fiance/wife just to spare them the hassles of life here in Ph.. that's Ridiculous. You victimized us with Asian hate crimes in your country not to mention other difficulties.. still you'll pursue us in our own land? And still we treat you right and respect you. Of course we know Government has issues of corruption and mismanagements! And that sincere/voluntary/unconditional love/help to needy.. that is the thing what we welcome from anyone, thank you. God may bless us all.
I am so confused, on the one hand you say 'stay in your lane' but earlier in the same video you said 'the lanes are not even visible' ? You will be known as the Rafa Nadal of the Philippines, make sure you learn how to hit top spin. thank you
Lol the first one I mean figuratively, the next is literally. Rafa? I'm such a basic tennis fan so I'm a Federer guy 😂 but Rafa's topspin is unparalleled
Forgot to mention this new social trend in the US called "cancel culture" where one is ostracized by certain groups if they find him/her to be offensive although may not be true, speaking about short-tempered or always mad folks. A very good reason to leave.
Really? I'm sad to hear that's your perspective. I'm a fil-am that moved back here 10 years ago and couldn't be happier. I found lots of new friends in the locals. I especially love the men here, they are truly the best. I bond better with them than the expats. As a photographer, yes it's kinda a tough world on the business side so I understand that, but the benefits of making great local friends I find worth it.
