Your storytelling is so engaging that you always keep me hooked from beginning to the end of your videos. Heartwarming to know that despite the unfavorable situation on traffic, etc., there are still people who would love to retire in the Philippines. 🇵🇭
I AM A FILIPINO ,AWAY FOR %@ YRS BUT SPENT 6 MONTHS EVERY YEAR IN PHILS< DURING WINTER TIME> WE OWNED A VERY BIG LOVELY HOME BESIDE A RIVER A DELT> BUT I WOULD NEVER RETIRE IN PINS THERE ARE A MILLION IRRITANTS
I lived in California for 30 yrs but went back to Philippines in 2015 at the age of 56 to start a business without knowing na retirement ko na pala ito. Currently I am enjoying the life in the province. I owned a condo in Manila, good businesses, rental properties and a Phil pension and US pension. God is good to me…
Lakas pong maka-good vibes ng video na to! Talagang despite the negativities na nakikita at naeexperience natin sa Pinas eh mas marami pa ring positive experiences. We are also on our way to retiring in the Philippines soon. ❤
Ate, you always make me re-think retiring sa Pilipinas more and more. Following your heart and happiness at this time of your life is whats more important 👏
17 years living in UAE Everytime i travelled to Philippines for vacation it make me feel homesick once I got back in UAE, there is something in the Philippines that makes us want to go back home no matter where we live for so long , the ambience, the people, the food and the nature.
before you spend your paycheck...save 20% first then you can spend the rest...and if you can save aftter tax dollars as retirement fund, the better so you can avail of govt services even if you retire early...
Your vlog is very refreshing po. Something very raw and real about your vlog po. I am also a young nurse based here in Dubai, UAE. I hope to be as successful as you po. Both in career and personal life as well. God bless po ❤️
Also an RN here, can’t wait to retire soon 😊 My husband and I will be splitting our time between the US and the Philippines. We’re in our 60’s ! Been here in the US for 31 yrs. There’s not so much time left. We’re looking and hoping to at least good 15 yrs health permitting to see beautiful places. So nice to see fellow Pinoys here aiming the same to retire in our native country . There is no place like home! God is great !
@@rosem8944 God is great indeed! Through this channel, I’ve heard of many happy retirees in the Philippines. There are some sad stories too. But let’s focus on the positive. I can’t wait to retire myself. Like you we’re hoping to have 15 good gogo years. Let us pray that we get blessed with continued good health. Thanks for watching.
I'm 59 and will for sure spend my retirement in the Philippines! I have been working in Norway since 1993 and have dreamed of where to spend my retirement. Thanks for the El Nido footage.
I am far from retirement but i enjoy watching all your videos. Simple and informative. Thank you for taking time to share your life and choices. Makes a lot of sense.
What a great video! thank you for sharing. I am a Filipino American living in Hawaii. I was born and raised in the US and spent my childhood on the continental US but returned to Hawaii after my father retired from the military, my mother was born on Kauai and was the first US born child of my immigrant grandparents from Piddig Ilocos Norte. In the past two years I have had the opportunity to finally visit the Philippines and have become more deeply enchanted by its extraordinary beauty and diverse culture. I want to retire in the Philippines too! I am 61 now and I can't wait to immerse myself and explore more.
I love your storytelling - you have a real knack for this type of video - we've been in the US for over 30 years but are seriously considering retirement sa inang bayan. we have the same concerns you have and the same desires, too - so your videos are very relatable. Thank you for creating these! Sana tuloy tuloy pa rin stories mo while you guys are in the midst of traveling back and as you settle in your retirement life sa Pinas. God bless always!
Waah, halos maiyak ako sa end ng video. 😭 Ganda ng editing, boses mo Ate Gi. Nainspire ako, may tagos sa puso 13 years living outside the Philippines, pero gusto pa din umuwi for retirement. ❤🇵🇭
Hello Ate Gi! After breakfast, I opened my iPad as I usually do. Guess what! Kita ko kaagad new vlog mo and watched it . Do I still want to retire in Phil? Absolutely!!! I told my husband I think I would be happier to retire in Phil. We are now in our 70’s it’s been long overdue to go home. After 43 years in America I am certain it’s about time. Bacolod, where our families live, is better compared to Manila. Building a home is not in our plan, just rent a comfortable house . Matanda na kami! Just live life to the fullest in Phil. Our kids here are okay, thank God. Thinking of being away from them sometimes makes me wonder is it worth leaving them? Hindi naman kami laging nagkikita. Busy sila. I know there are lots of things to consider before going home…selling what we have here ang making arrangements with our finances, medications, etc. one thing for sure, I’m all ready. BTW your vlog is worth waiting. Excited what the new topic will be. God bless 🙏
It’s absolutely time to retire for you. Ganun din mga anak namin. They live close by, but I don’t see them. They’re busy with work and when they’re free, they’re out with friends. But I did the same thing when I was younger. So I understand. Maganda nga daw sa Bacolod. One of our friend in the video, nag side trip doon. Ininggit kami. Hahaha! Enjoy your forthcoming retirement!! I’m sure it will be worth it to be there.
Ate Gi, I love listening to your voice! It is so comforting that somebody else share my husband and I exact sentiments about retirement in the Philippines. We also have the exact situation about our current life. God bless you and your family always!
@@cathymagdirila3316 Salamat po!! I also love knowing about people with the same plans like ours. When I started this blog, I only wanted to express my thoughts. Didn’t know that many people can relate. Thanks for watching!!!
Love your new video po. 1 year pa lng po ako permanent resident dito sa US, pero yung puso at isip ko nasa Pinas pa rin. I’m planning po na umuwi na ng Pinas next year dahil mas masaya po ako sa Pinas.
Thank you for this video! I’ve subscribed to your channel and I really like the way you make your videos. I’m retiring end of this year kasi 65 na ako in December. I’m also retiring in the Philippines (Manila and Davao where I have siblings). I’m a Nurse Educator here in the Bay Area and I’ve lived here for 17 years na rin. I’m looking forward to see more of your videos.
I am a Millenial watching your videos from Australia! Tumatanda na yata tlga ako. Kidding aside thank you for your content.. nakakarelax pakinggan ang voice nyo po 😊
Hi Ate Gi, I'm new to your channel and I'm happy po na ito yung unang vlog na napanuod ko sa channel nyo dahil nakakagoodvibes at inspiring especially for me po na mahilig magtravel sa ating bansa. I've never been to any country dahil napakarami po ritong magagandang lugar talaga at panalo po talaga ang mga Pinoy pagdating sa hospitality. #SupportLocal 😊 I'm happy po na dito nyo po napiling magretire coz truly, there's no place like home. ❤
maraming salamat po sa mga magaganda videos nyo,napanood ko lahat ng videos nio ng isang araw lang😊 ganda po kc ng content nyo,,maganda boses at magandang magkwento,Sa Denmark naman po ako ngaun na gusto din mag retire sa Pinas😊
@@kayilagan8435 Kamusta po kayo sa Denmark!! Thank you for your kind words. Your viewership inspires me to create more videos. Kailan nyo po balak mag retire sa atin?
Good, perfect vocally expressed in a proper way. We also plan on retiring in the Philippines but it’s holding us back due to looking for a townhouse or a home to settle first, in that way, we can ship all of our needs like some furnitures, when we arrive, etc…we are also searching a city who would honor our Medicare which someone had mentioned to us, is in Pampanga. Am glad that y’all enjoyed your trip with so much fun. GOD bless y’all. ❤️🌻🙏🏻
I want to give you KUDOS for a well told story. For someone still doing full time RN work and doing TH-cam in her sparetime I commend how well you answered the Q: Do we still want to retire in the Philippines - through visuals... One recommendation that you should try is ship cruising. If you live in the Bay Area - I recommend taking a Royal Caribbean cruise (Navigator of the Seas) from Los Angeles Port. Keep doing videos - your strong suit is how well you stick to one question and answer it through the visuals/audio that support or contradict the primary question. BTW - if you decide that you want to try ship cruising and have any questions - I can answer those for you. I am just an avid cruiser and I am not a travel agent selling anything...
Are you the one editing din po? If yes, then you’re amazing po! Nainggit ako na at 28 walang kaalam-alam sa pag eedit lol. Plus the voiceover para akong nakikinig ng podcast. Sobrang smooth! Keep it up po ❤️
I like your storytelling style. We’re also considering of retiring in the Philippines. Our main concern is Healthcare and Education - especially maintaining French with our daughter. We’re a mixed family currently living in Canada. We went there last year and enjoyed it. We plan to document more on our vlog the next time we go there.
wonderful video po, sana makita to ng sister ko. Just like my sister and bro. in law soon they will retire na. After 20 years pa sila nakabalik sa Pinas at sandali lang ang bakasyon.
Ate Gi you are a good story teller. I like the way you made this video therefore I will subscribe. I am also a U.S. pensioner who decided to retire in the Philippines at the age of 56 last 2015. I hope you can retire soon like me…
I'm an IT Mgr here in Australia, working for 13yrs (40yrs old). Pinas din kami kapag nagretire, masaya talaga satin. Nagbakasyon din kami ng sister ko from Vegas last June sa Cebu. We really enjoyed sa Pinas. Great vlog po and Godbless 😊
Thank you sa video Tita Gi, I just came here in the US 5 yrs ago pero 2nd year ko palng retirement na nasa isip ko. I always asked yung mga retiree na nurse sa unit namin na pinoy din whats their plan after retirement and often times walang clear sila na sagot. Kaya thank you sa video na to 😊
I enjoyed this blog - maganda ho! It’s my first time to watch something that you produced and I am impressed by the content, narration, and video. The blog is organized and meaningful.
Very insightful video. Access to health insurance is a major consideration but having a safety net can offset lack of I suppose. Good luck. We're also from the Bay Area and looking into retirement in the Philippines in 5 years.
Thank you for this. This is my delimma because I can't decide where to retire when the time comes. This will push me to do what's best for me and my wife. Our kids are indepedent and have stable jobs to take care of themselves. They even encouraged us to pursue our plans of settling down in the Philippines and we're assured a place to stay when we visit the US. God Bless.
Im 61 and contemplating on retiring in the Philippines. I was there last year and spent a month there. I love Baguio and Boracay. I’ve been to Palawan, Bohol, Coron, Tagaytay, Kalibo, Bicol, etc. I look forward to seeing Siargao, Davao, Iloilo, Dumagiete, etc. So many places I have not been. I love Filipino cuisine, sobra. I miss them and the fresh fruits are my favorite. I hope the Lord will give me a sign when it is time for me to go home.
I enjoyed watching your vlog content. I’m 75 years old and my spouse is 78 years old and a son who’s 52 years old. He’s on his own and have a family. We’ve live in the US since 1969 but we moved a lot in the US and abroad because of my line of work. Because of my health condition living in the Philippines is gonna be problematic. I love visiting the Philippines at least every two years depending on my health appointments. Six months ago we took a vacation in the Philippines. Just a week after returning I was diagnosed with rare condition called GBS. Fortunately Im already back in the US when it occurs. Im still recovering from GBS. My health has improved quite considerably. Thanks to you Ate GI I’ll be watching the Philippines thru you when you retire in the country. I’m a new subscriber. Keep up the good work.🇵🇭🇺🇸
@@marcelocayetano5951 First of all, I am sorry to hear about your GBS. I hope that your health continually improves and will not cause you so much pain and discomfort. Thank you for watching my videos. It gives me a great feeling that you find enjoyment in them. You will be in my thoughts as I create future videos. Please give my warmest regards to your spouse. Take care.
I still got 4 yrs to retire in the Philippines at 63 with $ 2,300 a month on social security. If I stay here in the states I will be struggling with that kind of income just keeping my head above water, in the Philippines it’s decent life already.
Have you thought of the cost for healthcare in the Phil. A relative way back 15 years ago suddenly was diagnosed with cancer. In a span of a few months the bill reached 15M, he died but had he survived or live longer, cant imagine how much more will it cost. No wonder you hear stories about affluent families selling all their assets for medical bills.
@@willbill12345 I agree. I know of someone who was financially able to retire in the Philippines, but because Phil. does not have 911, she was not able to make it to the hospital alive. Had she been in the US, buhay pa sana s’ya. … but then, It’s all in God’s hands.
Yes, $2,300 a month of Social Security in the US is not enough if we don't have any other source of income. There are a lot of bills to be paid, and it can be overwhelming. But retiring in the Philippines is good for money and a bit more comfortable to live.
Kamusta kababayan🇵🇭maraming salamat for this video. I too am a fellow nurse in the🇺🇸and planning to retire in the🇵🇭❤️very informative ang vlog po nyo and it reassured me that my decision to retire in the🇵🇭is the right decision. Looking forward watching more of your vlogs.
"Moai" for Okinawans that live in a blue zone is one factor that contributed to their longevity. Being with friends and family that support each other definitely makes our life happier and longer. My ultimate goal is also to retire in the Philippines with my family. I love your Channel Ate Gi, just keep it going!
I really enjoy watching you video Ate Gi yung nasa Middle Age palang ako pero naeexcite ako sa retirement. Puro kasi ako work I never enjoy myself to travel
Ate G it is heart warming to know that you enjoyed much of your vacations. I like what you said" you and the group agreed not to have many complaints during your trips because it is the reality in the first place like the hot weather, the hustle on transportations being our country compose of island provinces, the horrendous traffic, the bureaucracy etc and many others" those are some of the many complaints of some western tourists and expats but they are foreighners and it is understandable for them. It is very touching that you and your family indeed love our place our culture and wanted to reconnect to our great heritage, our cultures and traditions. Keep safe always kabayan.
Iba kasi po talaga ang pakiramdam ng nasa sarili kang bansa mo. It's where you truly belong. Kahit na maraming inconveniences. Kung magkasakit, we trust that the Lord will provide. We can't account for everything naman. Salamat po, Kabayan!
i'm having goosebumps while watching this, i don't know if retiring in the Philippines is a sad or an exciting reality dahil after experiencing life outside of my homeland with all the luxury(!?) that countries like USA, UK etc can offer, deep inside i'm still longing for life in the Philippines, sabi nga nila there's no place like home, i love this video dahil ganito ang nararamdaman ng maraming OFWs who spent most of their lifetime working abroad and in the twilight of their lives being able to go back where we all belong...
WooW! Ate Gi, sooo magical El Nido Vacation, Its one of my Dream vacation! Im sure all of you were soo happy, lalo na si Mom.nyo po shes such a tropper,hahaha😅😅😅, yes ur tour guides were soo friendly and very accomodating, thats our Pinoy traits that the whole world are soo amazed, coz many Europeans, Americans, ect have been to our beautiful Islands esp in EL NIDO. Im.sure going back.to US brings happy memories from.ur El Nido vacation and keep you always smiling 😅♥️, thank you for sharing sooo refreshing to watch 😊♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
You’re voice is so comforting 🙏🙏🙏 i just shared your video to my siblings and my sister just told me that you guys are batchmates at St. Pauls. ❤❤❤she told me you guys are seeing each other this weekend 😁🙏❤️🙏😁🙏i myself have been in the US for 38 years and there is definitely no place like home. God willing we retire in the Philippines too🙏🙏🙏. May Awa ang Dios 🙏🙏😁
wow! sino po ang sister nyo? i'm meeting so many of our batchmates this weekend. debut ng anak ng isang batchmate namin kasi. salamat po for sharing my video. it humbles me to hear that people appreciate it. thank you po!!
Recently retired as an RN myself and I would say nothing like living the life in the Philippines 🇵🇭. The only thing still hanging in the air is the health insurance coverage. Hope you can tackle this in your future vlog.... 🇺🇸 🇵🇭 Btw, very nice and engaging vlog....
Love your videos! You present your story in such an interesting way. 👏👏👏 (And, yes, madaming magagandang lugar sa Pilipinas-“only in the Philippines” talaga! ☺️👍)
thanks for this very interesting perspective to live and retire in the phils. me and my gf was also thinking of retiring there and enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful life in the phils. thanks!
Hello po! I love your vlog. I'm 48!years old. Living in US since 1996. Sabi nga nila. There's no place like home. Ever since never kong pinangarap mag retire dto Sa US. I do not feel like home dto. Sana pag may awa ang Diyos mkka retire ako Sa Pinas. Now that my kids are grown I'm starting my life or investing something para pag uwi ko may pera ako for everyday needs. Thank you for sharing vlog nyo po. Ingat
Watching from Greece, thank you for sharing your beautiful video my friend, I'm happy to watch very nice our country ka miss talaga,wonderful video ❤❤❤❤❤
Same po Ate Gi, im UK based and as much i love my current home, nothing compares to my homeland, our homeland. Ive said this over and over when i went back home last year, guru balik lang dito sa UK for summer and warmer months but, it will be Philippines pa din. I dream of still being able to serve my countrymen ( the same way i did back in covid) not for monetarial reasons but for humanitarian reasons. Kahit naman dito walang nag reretire, semi retire but not completely out. I hope to be part of community and impart wisdom and reasoning even build an open library for those who wished to read books. Ayokong tumanda sa lugar na hindi ko kauri at kamukha ang mga tao, dun pa din ako sa lugar kung saan i feel truly at home❤
You have such great plans for retirement! Giving back through community service is fulfilling. It gives our life meaning and purpose. Ang galing naman. Maswerte ang mga tao who will benefit from your generosity. Thanks for watching!
Considering early retirement next year, buy a van and travel the whole of the Philippines while vlogging. We love road trips and done them in a few countries pero mas masaya sa Pinas, love interacting with locals sa sariling wika. Maraming problems sa bansa pero we feel safe at talagang super enjoy even for few weeks holiday lang. Can’t wait for next year. Btw, great videos and kudos for that.
I hope to be able to retire on both sides of the Pacific, God willing....6 months dito, 6 months doon. Both opposing sides made a very convincing argument kaya why not do both kung kaya. Nice presentation, Ms. Gi!
I’m glad that a lot of Filipinos still have love for the country. It’s not gonna be perfect in whatever country you live, but you’re still longing for home. In a few years, I’ll be on the same boat 👍🏽. Your money goes a long way back home. Just live simply, and thank the Lord for the blessings he gave.
Hello ate Gi, nice vlog. I want to retire in the Philippines thinking of that few months pa lang ako sa US… and this is a good video to validate my feelings
Dito po sa Pinas marami po spaghetti pero wires sya and eyesores. I hope and pray na bumuo ng task force to clean the wires to 90% of the provinces po yon lang po pwedi at kayang kaya po natin maging malinis na bansa. We can do it po.
For those thinking about retiring in the Philippines, the most important thing to consider is health care. The quality may not be as great as the one you are used to in the country you are staying. Granted that there are few excellent facilities, they are limited to the major cities.
Your storytelling is so engaging that you always keep me hooked from beginning to the end of your videos. Heartwarming to know that despite the unfavorable situation on traffic, etc., there are still people who would love to retire in the Philippines. 🇵🇭
Thanks for your kind words. there’s really no perfect place. Usually it’s the half full half empty situation.
I AM A FILIPINO ,AWAY FOR %@ YRS BUT SPENT 6 MONTHS EVERY YEAR IN PHILS< DURING WINTER TIME> WE OWNED A VERY BIG LOVELY HOME BESIDE A RIVER A DELT> BUT I WOULD NEVER RETIRE IN PINS THERE ARE A MILLION IRRITANTS
I lived in California for 30 yrs but went back to Philippines in 2015 at the age of 56 to start a business without knowing na retirement ko na pala ito. Currently I am enjoying the life in the province. I owned a condo in Manila, good businesses, rental properties and a Phil pension and US pension. God is good to me…
@@roltab it inspires me to know about stories like yours. Thanks for sharing. Happy new year!
I owned a Home Health and Hospice in The States Sold it in 2021. Moved and Semi Retired sa Pinas.
The Best Decision of Our Lives!
HOW MUCH is an eye exam in the pinas
@@ReynaldoAbasr Eye exam is the least of your worries. It's dirt cheap in Pinas.
@@peterumpad4239 i’m always happy to hear stories like yours. Makes me wanna go back now. Have a happy new year and wishing you continued good health.
Lakas pong maka-good vibes ng video na to! Talagang despite the negativities na nakikita at naeexperience natin sa Pinas eh mas marami pa ring positive experiences. We are also on our way to retiring in the Philippines soon. ❤
Ate, you always make me re-think retiring sa Pilipinas more and more. Following your heart and happiness at this time of your life is whats more important 👏
That is so true🥰
17 years living in UAE Everytime i travelled to Philippines for vacation it make me feel homesick once I got back in UAE, there is something in the Philippines that makes us want to go back home no matter where we live for so long , the ambience, the people, the food and the nature.
Worked there too in Abu Dhabi from 2011-2016 then moved here in the US.. kung meron lang talaga citizenship ang UAE ok na sana jan until mag retire.
@@SavagePoker81 true,
@@TheHajilenthat’s nostalgia!
Ma’am, ang ganda nyo pong managalog! This is the reason why I love talking to people older than me. I feel more Filipino!
thank you! doon kasi ako sa atin lumaki.
3 years palang ako rito sa US as a nurse pero yan na ang iniisip ko. Paano makapagretire sa Pilipinas. Thank you for this channel po.❤
The US is easy to love. Enjoy your career and save.
save save save. there is no rule that you have to be 60 or 65 to retire or semi retire.
before you spend your paycheck...save 20% first then you can spend the rest...and if you can save aftter tax dollars as retirement fund, the better so you can avail of govt services even if you retire early...
Do a 401k at work too.
Your vlog is very refreshing po. Something very raw and real about your vlog po. I am also a young nurse based here in Dubai, UAE. I hope to be as successful as you po. Both in career and personal life as well. God bless po ❤️
Retired two yrs ago in the Philippines and loving it.
Also an RN here, can’t wait to retire soon 😊 My husband and I will be splitting our time between the US and the Philippines. We’re in our 60’s ! Been here in the US for 31 yrs. There’s not so much time left. We’re looking and hoping to at least good 15 yrs health permitting to see beautiful places. So nice to see fellow Pinoys here aiming the same to retire in our native country . There is no place like home! God is great !
@@rosem8944 God is great indeed! Through this channel, I’ve heard of many happy retirees in the Philippines. There are some sad stories too. But let’s focus on the positive. I can’t wait to retire myself. Like you we’re hoping to have 15 good gogo years. Let us pray that we get blessed with continued good health. Thanks for watching.
I'm 59 and will for sure spend my retirement in the Philippines! I have been working in Norway since 1993 and have dreamed of where to spend my retirement. Thanks for the El Nido footage.
I am far from retirement but i enjoy watching all your videos. Simple and informative. Thank you for taking time to share your life and choices. Makes a lot of sense.
Thanks for watching my videos. I love making them although they take so much time.😝
What a great video! thank you for sharing. I am a Filipino American living in Hawaii. I was born and raised in the US and spent my childhood on the continental US but returned to Hawaii after my father retired from the military, my mother was born on Kauai and was the first US born child of my immigrant grandparents from Piddig Ilocos Norte. In the past two years I have had the opportunity to finally visit the Philippines and have become more deeply enchanted by its extraordinary beauty and diverse culture. I want to retire in the Philippines too! I am 61 now and I can't wait to immerse myself and explore more.
I'm excited for you! There's so much to see in our country. My best to your retirement plans.
I love your storytelling - you have a real knack for this type of video - we've been in the US for over 30 years but are seriously considering retirement sa inang bayan. we have the same concerns you have and the same desires, too - so your videos are very relatable. Thank you for creating these! Sana tuloy tuloy pa rin stories mo while you guys are in the midst of traveling back and as you settle in your retirement life sa Pinas. God bless always!
Salamat po for always watching. Mahilig lang talaga ako mag kuwento. Lol!!
I’m way far from retirement, but listening to you and watching your videos made me miss my hometown. Walang katulad ang saya sa pinas.
It’s more fun talaga sa atin. Iba talaga!
"Thinking positive collectively". That has a potential to be contagious. What a brilliant idea!❤
Waah, halos maiyak ako sa end ng video. 😭 Ganda ng editing, boses mo Ate Gi.
Nainspire ako, may tagos sa puso 13 years living outside the Philippines, pero gusto pa din umuwi for retirement. ❤🇵🇭
@@mrsglaizafrias Glad to know it inspired you. Thanks for watching!!
Talagang maganda mag bakasyon sa sariling bansa kasi nakakatulong ka na sa ekonomiya ng bansa nag eenjoy ka pa..
Totoo po yan.
My mum just moved back here to the Philippines from the US. Best decision she's made so far
Be thankful that we dont have war in our country
Hello Ate Gi! After breakfast, I opened my iPad as I usually do. Guess what! Kita ko kaagad new vlog mo and watched it .
Do I still want to retire in Phil? Absolutely!!! I told my husband I think I would be happier to retire in Phil. We are now in our 70’s it’s been long overdue to go home. After 43 years in America I am certain it’s about time. Bacolod, where our families live, is better compared to Manila. Building a home is not in our plan, just rent a comfortable house . Matanda na kami! Just live life to the fullest in Phil. Our kids here are okay, thank God. Thinking of being away from them sometimes makes me wonder is it worth leaving them? Hindi naman kami laging nagkikita. Busy sila. I know there are lots of things to consider before going home…selling what we have here ang making arrangements with our finances, medications, etc. one thing for sure, I’m all ready. BTW your vlog is worth waiting. Excited what the new topic will be. God bless 🙏
It’s absolutely time to retire for you. Ganun din mga anak namin. They live close by, but I don’t see them. They’re busy with work and when they’re free, they’re out with friends. But I did the same thing when I was younger. So I understand. Maganda nga daw sa Bacolod. One of our friend in the video, nag side trip doon. Ininggit kami. Hahaha! Enjoy your forthcoming retirement!! I’m sure it will be worth it to be there.
Ate Gi, I love listening to your voice! It is so comforting that somebody else share my husband and I exact sentiments about retirement in the Philippines. We also have the exact situation about our current life. God bless you and your family always!
@@cathymagdirila3316 Salamat po!! I also love knowing about people with the same plans like ours. When I started this blog, I only wanted to express my thoughts. Didn’t know that many people can relate. Thanks for watching!!!
Very nice, Ate Gi. I love how personal it is yet gets you to think deeply about your own circumstances. Thank you for this. ❤
Our country is still the best! Thanks for your sharing
Love your new video po. 1 year pa lng po ako permanent resident dito sa US, pero yung puso at isip ko nasa Pinas pa rin. I’m planning po na umuwi na ng Pinas next year dahil mas masaya po ako sa Pinas.
Thank you for this video! I’ve subscribed to your channel and I really like the way you make your videos. I’m retiring end of this year kasi 65 na ako in December. I’m also retiring in the Philippines (Manila and Davao where I have siblings). I’m a Nurse Educator here in the Bay Area and I’ve lived here for 17 years na rin. I’m looking forward to see more of your videos.
Congratulations on your forthcoming retirement! I’m so excited for you! thanks for subscribing ❤️❤️
very refreshing ng mga videos mo…. very authentic and walang bias.. sana lahat ng nagpo post ganito yung content, may sense
Thank you po. I just try to create something that I myself would like to watch.
This actually made me thinking 💭 while im in the 🇵🇭 right now, and goin back to 🇺🇸, my only advantage is 44 yrs old palang ako ngayon, way to go!🙏
Ang sarap po pakinggan ng voice nyo.. Ang chill lang. Nakaka relax po pakinggan..
I love the voice over! So pleasing to the ear!❤❤❤
thank you!! 💜
I am a Millenial watching your videos from Australia! Tumatanda na yata tlga ako. Kidding aside thank you for your content.. nakakarelax pakinggan ang voice nyo po 😊
Watched 2 videos already and ang saya panoorin. Your voice po is very soothing.
Hi Ate Gi, I'm new to your channel and I'm happy po na ito yung unang vlog na napanuod ko sa channel nyo dahil nakakagoodvibes at inspiring especially for me po na mahilig magtravel sa ating bansa. I've never been to any country dahil napakarami po ritong magagandang lugar talaga at panalo po talaga ang mga Pinoy pagdating sa hospitality. #SupportLocal 😊 I'm happy po na dito nyo po napiling magretire coz truly, there's no place like home. ❤
We are Filipinos and we will always enjoy the Philippines. We retired in the Philippines, Bicol since 2014.
As always, your videos is so refreshing, informative and genuine ☺️ Thank you Mam Gi. ♥️
Thank you din for watching!!
maraming salamat po sa mga magaganda videos nyo,napanood ko lahat ng videos nio ng isang araw lang😊 ganda po kc ng content nyo,,maganda boses at magandang magkwento,Sa Denmark naman po ako ngaun na gusto din mag retire sa Pinas😊
@@kayilagan8435 Kamusta po kayo sa Denmark!! Thank you for your kind words. Your viewership inspires me to create more videos. Kailan nyo po balak mag retire sa atin?
Good, perfect vocally expressed in a proper way. We also plan on retiring in the Philippines but it’s holding us back due to looking for a townhouse or a home to settle first, in that way, we can ship all of our needs like some furnitures, when we arrive, etc…we are also searching a city who would honor our Medicare which someone had mentioned to us, is in Pampanga. Am glad that y’all enjoyed your trip with so much fun. GOD bless y’all. ❤️🌻🙏🏻
I want to give you KUDOS for a well told story. For someone still doing full time RN work and doing TH-cam in her sparetime I commend how well you answered the Q: Do we still want to retire in the Philippines - through visuals... One recommendation that you should try is ship cruising. If you live in the Bay Area - I recommend taking a Royal Caribbean cruise (Navigator of the Seas) from Los Angeles Port. Keep doing videos - your strong suit is how well you stick to one question and answer it through the visuals/audio that support or contradict the primary question. BTW - if you decide that you want to try ship cruising and have any questions - I can answer those for you. I am just an avid cruiser and I am not a travel agent selling anything...
Thanks for your recommendation! We did Royal Caribbean cruise years ago, and I loved it. I’m ready for another one. Thank you so much for watching!
Are you the one editing din po? If yes, then you’re amazing po! Nainggit ako na at 28 walang kaalam-alam sa pag eedit lol. Plus the voiceover para akong nakikinig ng podcast. Sobrang smooth! Keep it up po ❤️
Salamat!! Yes..I’m the videographer, actor, director, editor. Lol!
I like your storytelling style.
We’re also considering of retiring in the Philippines.
Our main concern is Healthcare and Education - especially maintaining French with our daughter.
We’re a mixed family currently living in Canada.
We went there last year and enjoyed it.
We plan to document more on our vlog the next time we go there.
wonderful video po, sana makita to ng sister ko. Just like my sister and bro. in law soon they will retire na. After 20 years pa sila nakabalik sa Pinas at sandali lang ang bakasyon.
Salamat po sa video nyo. Nakaka touch naman po. I pray and hope we can retire in the Philippines in ten years time. Best of luck po and more power!
Ate Gi you are a good story teller. I like the way you made this video therefore I will subscribe. I am also a U.S. pensioner who decided to retire in the Philippines at the age of 56 last 2015. I hope you can retire soon like me…
I'm an IT Mgr here in Australia, working for 13yrs (40yrs old). Pinas din kami kapag nagretire, masaya talaga satin. Nagbakasyon din kami ng sister ko from Vegas last June sa Cebu.
We really enjoyed sa Pinas. Great vlog po and Godbless 😊
salamat po! it's more fun in the Phils, diba?
Thank you sa video Tita Gi, I just came here in the US 5 yrs ago pero 2nd year ko palng retirement na nasa isip ko. I always asked yung mga retiree na nurse sa unit namin na pinoy din whats their plan after retirement and often times walang clear sila na sagot. Kaya thank you sa video na to 😊
I enjoyed this blog - maganda ho! It’s my first time to watch something that you produced and I am impressed by the content, narration, and video. The blog is organized and meaningful.
thank you for your kind words.
uwi na kabayan enjoy the rest of your life ang pinas ay walang katulad.
I loved seeing your Mom enjoying the boat trip with everyone! ❤❤
Thank you! She’s a trooper! She’s so fun to be with.
Great insight always, having an elder parent to enjoy, is and will always be a good reason to retire in the Philippines. 🙏🇵🇭
Absolutely!
Very insightful video. Access to health insurance is a major consideration but having a safety net can offset lack of I suppose. Good luck. We're also from the Bay Area and looking into retirement in the Philippines in 5 years.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
I’m near retirement and still thinking where to spend it!
This video is helpful!
Thank You!
GOD is GOOD!
God is good all the time! Thanks for watching po!
Thank you for this. This is my delimma because I can't decide where to retire when the time comes. This will push me to do what's best for me and my wife. Our kids are indepedent and have stable jobs to take care of themselves. They even encouraged us to pursue our plans of settling down in the Philippines and we're assured a place to stay when we visit the US. God Bless.
You'll have the best of both worlds. You have your kids in the US to stay and a place to retire to in the Philippines. My best to you!
A short video but i love it. I keep coming back to the Philippines and I enjoy it.
Im 61 and contemplating on retiring in the Philippines. I was there last year and spent a month there. I love Baguio and Boracay. I’ve been to Palawan, Bohol, Coron, Tagaytay, Kalibo, Bicol, etc. I look forward to seeing Siargao, Davao, Iloilo, Dumagiete, etc. So many places I have not been. I love Filipino cuisine, sobra. I miss them and the fresh fruits are my favorite. I hope the Lord will give me a sign when it is time for me to go home.
I enjoyed watching your vlog content. I’m 75 years old and my spouse is 78 years old and a son who’s 52 years old. He’s on his own and have a family. We’ve live in the US since 1969 but we moved a lot in the US and abroad because of my line of work. Because of my health condition living in the Philippines is gonna be problematic. I love visiting the Philippines at least every two years depending on my health appointments. Six months ago we took a vacation in the Philippines. Just a week after returning I was diagnosed with rare condition called GBS. Fortunately Im already back in the US when it occurs. Im still recovering from GBS. My health has improved quite considerably. Thanks to you Ate GI I’ll be watching the Philippines thru you when you retire in the country. I’m a new subscriber. Keep up the good work.🇵🇭🇺🇸
@@marcelocayetano5951 First of all, I am sorry to hear about your GBS. I hope that your health continually improves and will not cause you so much pain and discomfort. Thank you for watching my videos. It gives me a great feeling that you find enjoyment in them. You will be in my thoughts as I create future videos. Please give my warmest regards to your spouse. Take care.
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I still got 4 yrs to retire in the Philippines at 63 with $ 2,300 a month on social security. If I stay here in the states I will be struggling with that kind of income just keeping my head above water, in the Philippines it’s decent life already.
Why dont you come to the Lord yet? We havent much more to live. Seek the Lord and spend your remaining time with HIM
Best wishes sa iyo! I hope you enjoy your current and coming stage of life. God bless you.
Have you thought of the cost for healthcare in the Phil. A relative way back 15 years ago suddenly was diagnosed with cancer. In a span of a few months the bill reached 15M, he died but had he survived or live longer, cant imagine how much more will it cost. No wonder you hear stories about affluent families selling all their assets for medical bills.
@@willbill12345 I agree. I know of someone who was financially able to retire in the Philippines, but because Phil. does not have 911, she was not able to make it to the hospital alive. Had she been in the US, buhay pa sana s’ya. … but then, It’s all in God’s hands.
Yes, $2,300 a month of Social Security in the US is not enough if we don't have any other source of income. There are a lot of bills to be paid, and it can be overwhelming.
But retiring in the Philippines is good for money and a bit more comfortable to live.
Kamusta kababayan🇵🇭maraming salamat for this video. I too am a fellow nurse in the🇺🇸and planning to retire in the🇵🇭❤️very informative ang vlog po nyo and it reassured me that my decision to retire in the🇵🇭is the right decision. Looking forward watching more of your vlogs.
Salamat po kabayan (and fellow nurse) for watching my videos!!
Beautiful content! It made me think about retiring in the Philippines
My retirement is not for another 20 years but I plan on retiring in the PH also so your planning and stories are so fun for me to watch.
glad to hear you're having fun with these videos. thanks for watching!
I like that statement.. walang complains, given na ang heat and traffic.. that’s reality..
That’s true right? We already expect that.
You have to embrace heat and traffic if you want to live successfully in the Philippines.
What an honest and refreshing video! One subbie gained! ❤ 😊
Beautiful narration and edit! Good job ate!!!
@@jholid6y thank you for the kind words!
"Moai" for Okinawans that live in a blue zone is one factor that contributed to their longevity. Being with friends and family that support each other definitely makes our life happier and longer. My ultimate goal is also to retire in the Philippines with my family. I love your Channel Ate Gi, just keep it going!
Thank you! Your kind words inspire me to create.
I really enjoy watching you video Ate Gi yung nasa Middle Age palang ako pero naeexcite ako sa retirement. Puro kasi ako work I never enjoy myself to travel
Pause and relax. Wag naman puro work. Do some self care. Thanks for watching my videos!
Great video! All the feels ❤ Pinas is in my heart, too.
Corin!!!! Where are you?? Been missing your videos. I usually listen to them in the morning.
Ate G it is heart warming to know that you enjoyed much of your vacations. I like what you said" you and the group agreed not to have many complaints during your trips because it is the reality in the first place like the hot weather, the hustle on transportations being our country compose of island provinces, the horrendous traffic, the bureaucracy etc and many others" those are some of the many complaints of some western tourists and expats but they are foreighners and it is understandable for them. It is very touching that you and your family indeed love our place our culture and wanted to reconnect to our great heritage, our cultures and traditions. Keep safe always kabayan.
Iba kasi po talaga ang pakiramdam ng nasa sarili kang bansa mo. It's where you truly belong. Kahit na maraming inconveniences. Kung magkasakit, we trust that the Lord will provide. We can't account for everything naman. Salamat po, Kabayan!
Love the format of this vlog! Kudos!
@@jovieumipig8317 thank you❤️
i'm having goosebumps while watching this, i don't know if retiring in the Philippines is a sad or an exciting reality dahil after experiencing life outside of my homeland with all the luxury(!?) that countries like USA, UK etc can offer, deep inside i'm still longing for life in the Philippines, sabi nga nila there's no place like home, i love this video dahil ganito ang nararamdaman ng maraming OFWs who spent most of their lifetime working abroad and in the twilight of their lives being able to go back where we all belong...
Salamat ate for sharing your vlogg fr Germany malapit na rin ang retirement ko im 64next march
Masugid na taga subaybay here ate G🙋🏻♀️ thanks for uploading😊
Salamat po! 💙💜
WooW! Ate Gi, sooo magical El Nido Vacation, Its one of my Dream vacation! Im sure all of you were soo happy, lalo na si Mom.nyo po shes such a tropper,hahaha😅😅😅, yes ur tour guides were soo friendly and very accomodating, thats our Pinoy traits that the whole world are soo amazed, coz many Europeans, Americans, ect have been to our beautiful Islands esp in EL NIDO. Im.sure going back.to US brings happy memories from.ur El Nido vacation and keep you always smiling 😅♥️, thank you for sharing sooo refreshing to watch 😊♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I return to my hometown 8 to 10 months every year, doing what I
Love to do. Good luck 👍 ❤
You’re voice is so comforting 🙏🙏🙏 i just shared your video to my siblings and my sister just told me that you guys are batchmates at St. Pauls. ❤❤❤she told me you guys are seeing each other this weekend 😁🙏❤️🙏😁🙏i myself have been in the US for 38 years and there is definitely no place like home. God willing we retire in the Philippines too🙏🙏🙏. May Awa ang Dios 🙏🙏😁
wow! sino po ang sister nyo? i'm meeting so many of our batchmates this weekend. debut ng anak ng isang batchmate namin kasi. salamat po for sharing my video. it humbles me to hear that people appreciate it. thank you po!!
Recently retired as an RN myself and I would say nothing like living the life in the Philippines 🇵🇭. The only thing still hanging in the air is the health insurance coverage. Hope you can tackle this in your future vlog.... 🇺🇸 🇵🇭 Btw, very nice and engaging vlog....
Thank you!! I do have a vide about health insurance in the Philippines. Hope that helps.
Pati ako na relax, parang kasama ako sa bakasyon. 😊
Wow very relevant topic! You are a great storyteller! 🎉❤ Enjoyed it a lot. Very engaging. 👏👏👏 See you soon again classmate and fam.😄
Thank you so much, Lyn!!!! Salamat sa pinapasalubong mo sa Amin!!
That's me in roughly 4 years, I'll retire in the Philippines and visit the States every now and then. I can't wait!
Nice Vlog po...simple , raw yet clear and informative and Good editing..
Thank you! 😊
Thanks for sharing. Planning to retire in the Philippines. Nakakamis umowi ng pinas sana maka uwi kami next yr wid my kids
Thanks for watching po!
Love your videos! You present your story in such an interesting way. 👏👏👏 (And, yes, madaming magagandang lugar sa Pilipinas-“only in the Philippines” talaga! ☺️👍)
Thanks for watching my videos! Only in the Philippines…iba talaga ang Pinoy!
Thank you for the video. I still have 2 years in God's willing. I will be in the philippines.
I wish you the best in your Philippines retirement soon! Thanks for watching!
We love here in Philippines..we been here 2 years but we visit Australia to see our families .. its nice to be home ❤❤❤thx for sharing your video
thanks for this very interesting perspective to live and retire in the phils. me and my gf was also thinking of retiring there and enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful life in the phils. thanks!
It's a beautiful life anywhere you are with your loved one. Philippines being beautiful is a bonus. My best to you both! Thanks for watching!
Nice story and videos! Excellent storyteller! Good decision! Pinas is ❤️
thanks gor sharing . informative, substantial video more power
Hello maam gi, I am delighted to connect with you.. I find all your video very inspiring and inspiring.
Hello po! I love your vlog. I'm 48!years old. Living in US since 1996. Sabi nga nila. There's no place like home. Ever since never kong pinangarap mag retire dto Sa US. I do not feel like home dto. Sana pag may awa ang Diyos mkka retire ako Sa Pinas. Now that my kids are grown I'm starting my life or investing something para pag uwi ko may pera ako for everyday needs.
Thank you for sharing vlog nyo po. Ingat
Watching from Greece, thank you for sharing your beautiful video my friend, I'm happy to watch very nice our country ka miss talaga,wonderful video ❤❤❤❤❤
Same po Ate Gi, im UK based and as much i love my current home, nothing compares to my homeland, our homeland. Ive said this over and over when i went back home last year, guru balik lang dito sa UK for summer and warmer months but, it will be Philippines pa din. I dream of still being able to serve my countrymen ( the same way i did back in covid) not for monetarial reasons but for humanitarian reasons. Kahit naman dito walang nag reretire, semi retire but not completely out. I hope to be part of community and impart wisdom and reasoning even build an open library for those who wished to read books. Ayokong tumanda sa lugar na hindi ko kauri at kamukha ang mga tao, dun pa din ako sa lugar kung saan i feel truly at home❤
You have such great plans for retirement! Giving back through community service is fulfilling. It gives our life meaning and purpose. Ang galing naman. Maswerte ang mga tao who will benefit from your generosity. Thanks for watching!
so relaxing po pakinggan boses nyo. lovely video. God bless
God bless din po. Salamat po!
Thank you for sharing this video. 😊
Considering early retirement next year, buy a van and travel the whole of the Philippines while vlogging. We love road trips and done them in a few countries pero mas masaya sa Pinas, love interacting with locals sa sariling wika. Maraming problems sa bansa pero we feel safe at talagang super enjoy even for few weeks holiday lang. Can’t wait for next year. Btw, great videos and kudos for that.
Salamat po! The tag line is true...It's more fun in th Philippines.
Ang ganda talaga sa sariling bayan🥰sarap panoorin Pinas thanks so much for sharing this video❤
I hope to be able to retire on both sides of the Pacific, God willing....6 months dito, 6 months doon. Both opposing sides made a very convincing argument kaya why not do both kung kaya. Nice presentation, Ms. Gi!
That's what I see a lot of people are doing. Ok din po yun. Thanks for your kind words.
Have you asked God's permission yet?
I’m glad that a lot of Filipinos still have love for the country. It’s not gonna be perfect in whatever country you live, but you’re still longing for home. In a few years, I’ll be on the same boat 👍🏽. Your money goes a long way back home. Just live simply, and thank the Lord for the blessings he gave.
Hello ate Gi, nice vlog. I want to retire in the Philippines thinking of that few months pa lang ako sa US… and this is a good video to validate my feelings
Dito po sa Pinas marami po spaghetti pero wires sya and eyesores. I hope and pray na bumuo ng task force to clean the wires to 90% of the provinces po yon lang po pwedi at kayang kaya po natin maging malinis na bansa. We can do it po.
Thanks for sharing this Ate G.
For those thinking about retiring in the Philippines, the most important thing to consider is health care. The quality may not be as great as the one you are used to in the country you are staying. Granted that there are few excellent facilities, they are limited to the major cities.