Taking My Wife's Parents Around Philippines' Busiest City! (Jeepneys, Mall of Asia, & the Metro)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- Nicole's parents have arrived in the Philippines from Canada! Today we are exploring the capital city with them (Manila) to give them their first taste of the Philippines. I think it's safe to say that their first impressions of the Philippines is that Manila is BUSY.
There are so many cool things to show my Canadian in-laws in Manila that it was difficult to choose what to do in just one day! We started off our day in BGC which is where we are staying with my in-laws, but we quickly made our way to Dolomites Beach to see the water. We visited Rizal Park to get away from the crowds for a minute, before diving into the most cultural experience of the day - eating at Jollibee! This is the first time Nicole's parents are trying Jollibee, and their reactions were awesome. Maybe they will even go to Jollibee again when they go back to Canada (there are Canadian locations now!)
To give my Canadian in-laws the full Manila experience, we hopped on the Manila metro and then got in our first ever jeepney! This was mine and Nicole's first time riding a jeepney too, and we had to rely on Filipino kindness to figure out how to pay and where to get off. It was such an awesome experience taking this famous Manila vehicle.
We took the jeepney to the Mall of Asia and got our first glimpse of the biggest mall in all of the Philippines. It was HUGE!! It's hard to imagine there could be bigger malls than this, but the Mall of Asia is currently only the fifth biggest mall in the world! After doing a little shopping, we made our way to SM By the Bay where we saw a GIANT line for the rides there. Before coming to Manila we had no idea there was an entire amusement park just outside the Mall of Asia! We got super lucky and managed to get on the Mall of Asia Eye (the MOA Eye or the Ferris wheel) just in time for sunset.
We had an awesome time showing Nicole's parents around Manila for the first time! Manila is such a big city, that it's a pretty intense place to make a first impression of the Philippines, but we are headed to Palawan next so we can enjoy a much more relaxed part of the Philippines :)
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== Chapters ==
0:00 What's Coming up...
0:34 Exciting visitors have arrived!
1:05 Dolamites Beach
1:50 How are the in-laws handling Manila weather?
2:18 Nicole the historian (Mico's bored)
2:53 Canadian in-laws trying Jollibee's for the first time!
5:40 First time in the Manila Metro (this is what sardines feel like?)
7:30 Is this how we catch the jeepney?
9:44 Visiting the Mall of Asia!
11:06 Is SM By the Bay a carnival?
12:33 Taking the ferris wheel at SM By the Bay
14:17 Overall first impressions of the Philippines
14:58 Plans for next week!
15:25 Bonus scene for those who stayed :)
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Hey there! We are Nicole and Mico and in March 2021, we quit our jobs, sold our belongings, and began traveling the world! We never thought we'd be making travel vlogs on TH-cam, but after realizing that we had a unique opportunity to share our adventure and make the world feel more familiar and inviting to anyone watching, we took the leap and picked up the camera! We hope our videos show how wonderful, delicious, and friendly the world can be.
Proud of nicole dispite of her canadian nationality she knows some of our history. 😘😍❤️🇵🇭🙏
Thank you 😊😊
I love watching the family together, specially, with the in-laws. That would be fun and exciting.♥️♥️♥️
Thank you so much! We're so glad you enjoyed the video 😊
@@nicoleandmico looking forward for the next one. I bet it’s going to be very Exciting.♥️
As a local. I admire this kind of content from tourist. I appreciate you taking the local transportations and get to really experience what locals are experiencing in their everyday travel. Bless your everyday travel :)
Thank you we appreciate that so much! We try our best to experience as much of the culture as we can 😊
That jeepney you rode definitely isn't from the war. The jeepneys you see running around were inspired by the military jeepneys left by the US and are manufactured locally. 🙂
That makes a lot of sense. It was cool to think we were still riding in one - oh well! Thanks for sharing!
Enjoyed watching the reaction of your parents
True
Well said
Her parents are so sweet.
cool...you are fine people...love to watch this vlogg❤
Hello, Nicole and Mico Im fil-Canadian from Quebec. You have made me think of also visiting the Philippines after 15 long years and starting my vlog too lol. I'm your avid fan now.
Love this vlog! So glad you got to spend time with family and show Mom and Dad around! Very nice!!
Thanks so much! It's so great to share the Philippines with them 😁
Your parents are really enjoying Metro Manila. Take Care. Your mom is right the Chicken is the best. ❤
Dad is wondering the possibility with all the young filipina interested in his white skin.
Since nowadays women are getting rid of their husbands, it's time American white men step up and get rid of their pig.
Love this! ❤ It's awesome your family comes to visit abroad.
Thanks guys! Showing them around Manila was SO much fun! Especially having gotten to know the city a little bit on our own first
Wow, this is such a cool trip to look back and have some great memories.
Shoutout from a pinoy in Scandinavia ❤ Love it guys and thanks 🙏 for visiting the Philippines 🇵🇭 hope you’ve enjoyed. God bless…
Definitely legit experience and no sugar coating...LOVED it !!!
Energetic & Never-Gets-Tired Parents you've got in there!!
Solid Aventure Lovers!!
That's certainly where you've got your HYPER-GENES!!
Haha well said! Thank you so much 😁
Cool video guys. How great to have your parents share part of your lifestyle. I look forward to your adventures.
Dude im so proud of you & your wife
You've been a tourist guide for our country. GOD BLESS ALWAYS & MORE POWER
I love it that they are enjoying themselves.
I hope you guys enjoy the Malls in the Philippines.many more to come!!
Thank you, we definitely did!
Filipino spagetti is like the normal spagetti but with hotdog and sugar. Some add banana ketchup to add to its sweet taste. But now there is Filipino style spagetti sauce available groceries, just add seasoning according to your taste.
Nicole's laugh is contagious
Thanks guys for embracing our filipino culture...staysafe and god bless👋💞💞💞
Wow. Thanks for bringing your parents to the Philippines. Keep safe and enjoy
Thanks so much!
I love watching the family enjoying what you are doing,stay safe and healthy,God bless you all always
Your journey was very enjoyable I love to see you guys so happy, good luck and greetings from new friends ❤
Very positive vibes at supportive nang magulang nang asawa mo bro.swerte mo.
Cheers to the next adventures with your parents!
Nice vlog!! It was fun to watch 👍👍
Such a cute family! You all make me happy. 😊
You guys are funny and fun to watch..Enjoy the rest of your holidays..😊
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊 The next one will be about Palawan!
I finished the whole vid. You guys are fun to watch. God bless
Thanks so much! We hope you enjoy our upcoming videos 😁
Bonjour! Such a happy family! Love you guys, pinay from Montreal Canada❤️🇨🇦🇵🇭
I love how you guys went local/native. just loving nicole's laugh!!😊
Thank you!
Love from Kerala, India 🥳🤩
Such a lovely family 💞
There is already prepared sauce in pack when you buy spaghetti noodles it's in condements section i think, and you can add banana ketchup and condensed milk into the sauce for the extra sweet, banana ketchup is sweet and a little bit spicy.
New sub here! Nice to see you travel more of the country
Wow! I love watching your videos. Its happy.
Thanks!
There is a promo that time for the rides. Well it is good for you that you went there on a Tuesday because there was a concert there on Sunday.
Nice to see your parents. Your dad is just like you. What part of Canada they are from??
You guys are cool. Come back during Christmas time.
Hi im ur new subscriber love ur videos and I Love ur parents too very down to earth. ... Not "maarte" ...and also both of u... Hope ur parents enjoyed the Philippines ..God bless u all .
I now get where nicole gets her sunny disposition. parents are chill.
Thanks! My parents are the best 😊
so sweet family I love it
Gorgeous mom, hope to see them nexflt blog.
I love the vibe ❤
Family bonding together stays together.. new subscriber keep safe guys!!😘
a little FYI on jeepneys... the original jeeps left by the american military can only accommodate 8 passengers, 6 at the back and 2 on front including the driver... those jeepneys you are riding can accommodate up to 8 at each side and 3 on front including the drive making a total of 18 persons... there are jeeps than pack as much as 27 persons... Mall of Asia is the largest in Asia and 3rd in the world... now about the spaghetti... filipino spaghetti tend to be in the sweeter side. unlike italian spaghetti that uses fresh tomatoes, filipino spaghetti originally uses ketchup, banana ketchup to be exact which is sweeter. combined with tomato sauce. then salt and pepper to taste (yes, no herbs or other spices) just salt and pepper... homemade filipino spaghetti has ground meat (either pork or beef) in it and hotdogs. the used is pasturized or processed cheese... not parmesan. i can teach you my almost joliibee like spaghetti if you want... just drop me a message...
Thanks for appreciating manila Philippines. I subscribe your channel.. welcome to Philippines 🇵🇭
Thank you! 😃
There's still garbage clattered at the sidewalk still unnoticed by the street sweeper...i wish na every Pilipino ay magkaroon ng pagmamalasakit na panatilihin ang kalinisan ng kapaligiran...hindi ba pwedeng sabihan yung mga nagkakalat sa street bata man o matanda?😁❤❤❤🎉
I think the reason why, spaghetti of jollibee is a kinda sweet, bcoz they are using banana catsup on it.anyway i really enjoy watching you guys enjoying what our country can offer. Stay safe.
Hilarious!!! YOU GUYS ARE FUN TO WATCH. . . nobody's sweating??
Cute couple very nice beautiful white teeth... Your wife doesn't look like a Canadian... She looks very very Filipino.....
Wow! You guys are brave exposing your cam out the jeepney.
I'm so happy to see u guys the right way of using the backpack 😂
WAITING FOR THE BEACH VLOG!!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
i highly recommend to visit more modern area/city like BGC,Taguig City or Makati City im looking forward to it.
We did some more exploring in our first Manila vlog! We hope you enjoy :)
@@nicoleandmico i mean with ur parents
hello mother and father. welcome to the Philippines sending my full support host.tamsak done at dikit fullpack kalimbang all.kasano
I can suggest to visit the Corregidor Island. The very first Island before arriving Manila by the sea. It is very historical place for this Island. During the Spanish era it becomes Spanish fortress where ships coming before going to Mania has stop here to declare the immigration and custom process to this island. Then during the American era it became United States of America Headquarter base for Asia Pacific where General Douglas McArthur held his Office. It has a 20 foot Malinta Tunnel. This island is filled with Anti Aircraft Batteries. It is also has beaches. It is hour and half ride from Manila by Shuttle boat is Mall of Asia near Esplanade.
I miss riding a jeepney so its worth watching you guys riding on it as if im in same..
Riding one was so fun!
Ordinary look couple. Nice one!
You should go out on weekdays- they are less busy. And for the spaghetti sauce, they use banana ketchup.
New subscriber here..can't wait for your out of Manila Beach Vlog. You must visit the Hundred island in alaminos Pangasinan😍
new subscriber here...what a happy family...I like the vibes
Thanks so much!
Thank you for sharing manila 😊🤘
All you guys are cool!
Haha thanks! And thanks for watching!
@@nicoleandmico
❤️ from the six.
I love the parents! Dad loved Jollibee but also looked like he was just hungry and could eat anything at that point… coz rice with spaghetti? 😂 ❤️
Hahaha right?! 😂
Good to your family...safe expeditions....🤗
Thanks so much!
@@nicoleandmico cheers
Enjoy
Watching now all the way from Toronto..originally from Phils..
We miss Canada!
Filipino spaghetti sauce is made of BANANA KETCHUP thats why its sweet. Enjoy the Philippines. Ingat.
Welcome to the best country ever👍🌹enjoy the places and nice people of the Philippine 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you! 😊
I Enjoy watching
Her dad is so cool 😎
Woooow sir iknow this building in u.n its a times plaza welcome po kau slamat sa vlooged nyo dhil sa inyo pti pinagtrabahoan ko ksama sa vlogge
I have relatives all over Canada like Toronto guelf n Ottawa. Life is difficult in Canada when you are old and no one will take care of you so the plans are coming back to the Philippines when my cousins are like 80-85 yrs old they are happy in the Philippines a lot of relatives will take good care of them. Caring Filipinos n hospitable are one the traits we have. Thanks for your blog n enjoy your stay in my beloved country 👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Yeah we think Philippines would be awesome for retirement! We are definitely thinking about it but we are glad to be able to enjoy it these years too 😊
Lovely.
Napaka-swete mo sa mga biyanan mo kc ang cool nila walang kaarte-arte, biruin mo mapasakay mo ng tren na punuan! 😊
awesome brader ❤ the next best thing for that jolly sauce is to buy Filipino style sauce. its all over the 🇵🇭 i guess. not a secret anymore 😊
Hahah so true! Thanks for the tip 😋
thinking do the same to my husband when we travel there 😂😂😂 experienced manila ❤❤❤
The reason fil spaghetti is sweet because the sauce is not tomato based. Its banana based sauce. Its also used in our staple banana ketchup
Is it first time your parents inlaw here in Philippines? They always laughing it means you are in the Philippines more fun..! Hahah..! 🌹❤️🇵🇭👍
May your osrents enjoy their stay in Manila !
Thank you!
Ang galing mag english ng parents ng asawa mo kabayan nakaka mangha.
Hahaha mom is so quick going inside the jeepney 😅
Mabuhay! Welcome parents to the Philippines! Take them to Dampa near MOA. You will have to buy fresh seafood there then choose a restaurant to cook it.
Great tips! Thanks for sharing them 😊
spaghetti was originally designed for kids, that's why there is hotdog and its sweet coz that what kids like to eat.
In the time when tomato sauce is difficult to find we finish our spaghetti with banana catsup which is sweeter the tomato catsup
We never knew this, thank you!
Your in-laws are game. Nice!
U guys are hard core
Haha thanks!
You guys owesome😉 enjoy the trip🥂 cherrss
Thanks so much!
I recommend Corregidor Island it's near the manila bay, it has lots of History which was the last defense of Filipino and American soldiers during world war 2 against the Japanese.
Thanks for the rec!
Nag,enjoy ako sa vlog ninyo,,
Matik subz agad 👍
I'm wondering how you did the camera on that jeepney without seeing ng the stick🤔 I keep repeating but I couldn't figure out 🙊
Are u all the first time to eat n Jollibee do they have in Canada i think ther s n ur place..but u look like u r new in the world about Jolibee..have fun vlogging
new subs here, enjoy the Phils❤
Thanks so much!
So i subbed because you are a cool family.
Thanks so much!
Cool parent
I think you guys went to Mall of Asia on a holiday because its not really that crowded everyday especially since its the school year
You are probably right!
Nicole, you are so cute in a lot of ways. Mico, do you have Filipino lineage? watching you from Los Angeles.
Yes I do! I was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada at age 6
new sub guys ❤ from 🇵🇭
Kuya Mico dito na po kayu naka tira sa Pilipinas ah..
Train was similar to Toronto subway