LIVING IN CEBU CITY AS A FOREIGNER/LADYBOYS AND DATING IN CEBU CITY

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    00:00 Introduction
    00:23 Is it safe in Cebu
    01:19 best place for expats to live
    02:25 ladyboys and pick up girls
    05:00 cost of living in cebu city
    08:39 finding a condo in cebu city
    11:06 transportion in cebu city
    12:58 do you need a car in cebu city
    15:11 housing cost in cebu city
    17:57 foreigner in cebu city. How do you like it here
    18:55 dating in cebu city
    21:25 what does Chris think about life in Cebu
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  • @iartol
    @iartol 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Some great laughs in this video 😂

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      it was a fun video to make

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yes. Having a good time with Mike and Janet as usual

    • @iartol
      @iartol 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@CarefreeChris I hope I can meet you guys or others in the expat community when I visit the Philippines next year. Seems like a great support system with a lot of expat wisdom

    • @edexter97
      @edexter97 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We can trade gambling stories now. I got a tryout for the prop firm for $20 and blew it. Seems like I had a fight with ninja trader. I have a demo set up now to practice so it was worth the $20 for sure just for entertainment value.

    • @Joe-mz6dc
      @Joe-mz6dc 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If and when I ever visit the Philippines I'm gonna hang out with these fellows . Good people 🙂

  • @CarefreeChris
    @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    So much fun. Really appreciate hanging out with both you and Janet. Here's to 2024 in Duma:)

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      looking forward to having another GOOD vlogger and good friend in Dumaguete

  • @troymoses8405
    @troymoses8405 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Excellent video Mike, we always enjoy the interviews and Chris has a pretty cool channel as well. Good to see you all together and sharing experiences.

  • @Billy_B_Goat
    @Billy_B_Goat 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Chris is quick witted, the king of one-liners. Can't imagine he would have that much trouble dating in the States, but work is always top priority in the US. Real good interview Mike... Interesting camera work on the intro. Janet keepin it fresh, nice work. Peace and Love, B Goat

  • @EdwinCV-dh8qc
    @EdwinCV-dh8qc 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Mike,great interview with Chris and have him on again if you can take care my friend.

  • @Steve7318
    @Steve7318 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I lived in Cebu for 4 yrs in Mabolo which is close to IT Park but not in IT Park so you have more reasonable rentals. For two yrs I lived in furnished Condo units. The Airport in Cebu is less crowded and hectic, too. If you meet or date potential partners they may be from the Province and working in Cebu.

  • @michaelbeggs2013
    @michaelbeggs2013 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I live less then 2km from Ayala Mall In Mandaue City. I rent an unfurnished, airconditioned one bedroom apartment in a gated complex with a caretaker, parking and a nice lawn for 10,000. No, it doesn't have a gym or a pool. I think it is possible to live here on $1,000 a month if you don't drink, cook at home, and you don't have a girlfriend, but you do need to double that figure with a girlfriend, and eating out and drinking. My perspective on money is different because I retired early at 55 and I am only receiving a small pension until I can draw Social Security at 62, although I have savings. I prefer to drive so I bought a minivan in the first month I was here, but you are correct that you really don't need a car in Cebu. I think you can live at any level you want to spend here. My situation was similar to the gentleman you interviewed, living alone in the country in America, most family deceased and not a lot of friends. I am much happier with city life in Cebu. This was a great video topic.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      thanks for sharing

    • @just_another_bot0110
      @just_another_bot0110 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I believe 1k is doable but it includes 0 safety net and thats not where you want to be when you dont have insurance.
      I think 1400 is what I'd suggest. Slow minimal ish lifestyle + learning public transportation + putting a hundred or 2 away every month for when an emergency occurs.

    • @michaelbeggs2013
      @michaelbeggs2013 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I agree with you, and I would not recommend that anyone retire here without significant savings in the bank. I do think $1000 is a very lowball amount, doable with savings, but if you don't already have savings too, I would say it is not wise to come here and try to survive on $1000. Having a girlfriend makes me easily spend $2,000 per month. @@just_another_bot0110

    • @peteralvarez3039
      @peteralvarez3039 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      sweet spot is between $1500-2000 with some spare. make sure you have at least $10k for emergencies.

  • @mistermcluvin2425
    @mistermcluvin2425 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Chris seems like a cool guy, easy going and fun to talk to. Great video.

  • @KB-dm7nt
    @KB-dm7nt 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    You and Chris could be a comedy 'double act' ! What a great vlog Mike. Thank you.

  • @jonmarchilgers384
    @jonmarchilgers384 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Mike, inspirational, witty and fun. One of (if not the best IMHO) your best vids. This friend of yours has an awesome life. Cebu? After watching this video, I think that’s where I’ll initiate my “Boots on the Ground” kick off point. Heck! I might gust stick around for a spell. Cheers, JM

  • @Deadfoot-Dan
    @Deadfoot-Dan 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Another great video Mike, so helpful to know the in's and out's of actually living in Cebu, what areas are good to live in, and how much one can expect to spend. Thanks to you both for your help.

  • @neliacasin6182
    @neliacasin6182 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    One thing I notice here in NY, maybe in other states too is, they don't usually maintain security guards. Even in malls you hardly see them unlike in the Philippines.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      security every store and condo

    • @ceburockhead
      @ceburockhead 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thats why malls are very safe here , so far there are no recorded mass shootings inside the malls around the country of 110 million people

  • @jerrymarshall2728
    @jerrymarshall2728 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Loved the interview, Mike! It was great that Chris helped bring out your humorous side! I’ll go subscribe to Chris’ channel, now 👍

  • @keepitreal1547
    @keepitreal1547 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I travel the world on a $1000-$1500 p/m all inclusive budget, Inc flights etc.
    I live within the cultures of most countries, if possible.
    I visit all the sights & live well in clean & appropriate accommodation, but I don't care much for any western creature comforts.
    I use local public transport & hire a scooter if in a place for longer than a month.
    I self insure.

  • @homebasebelgium359
    @homebasebelgium359 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I really enjoyed this video. You probably know by now that my place in the Philippines is Ormoc. I regret that there are no taxis in Ormoc. Tricycles are OK if you only want to go two blocks away, but they are rather uncomfortable for longer rides. An advantage is that traffic there is not as busy as in Cebu and I never had problems driving my own car there.

  • @peteh6063
    @peteh6063 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great conversation Mike and Chris you guys covered a lot of topics. Funny funny funny also. And yes Chris absolutely no matter where you go… There you are. To all the good people out there. 👍

  • @Dragonbelly.
    @Dragonbelly. 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Nice to see you guys here in Cebu. I met Mike and his partner in the Quests elevator briefly. Take care enjoy.

  • @billyjohnson9166
    @billyjohnson9166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I eat in Ayala almost every day. I own my own condo. I spend $3,300+ per month with travel and health insurance.

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It’s not cheap. I think if I wasn’t in a studio I would be closer to 3k myself

    • @keepitreal1547
      @keepitreal1547 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I travel the world on a $1000-$1500 p/m all inclusive budget, Inc flights etc.
      I live within the cultures of most countries, if possible.
      I visit all the sights & live well in clean & appropriate accommodation, but I don't care much for any western creature comforts.
      I use local public transport & hire a scooter if in a place for longer than a month.

    • @billyjohnson9166
      @billyjohnson9166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@keepitreal1547 to each his own. For some people a kennel is fine.

    • @just_another_bot0110
      @just_another_bot0110 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I think you and I might have the same lifestyle. Im around 2800 but im 30 so im guessing my insurance is lower. Been enjoying it here in i.t.

    • @billyjohnson9166
      @billyjohnson9166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@just_another_bot0110 you’re living a good life then

  • @billyjohnson9166
    @billyjohnson9166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    You’re 100% correct Chris you get what you give

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      thanks Billy

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      So true and I love that about this country. Take care there Billy.

  • @user-gh3xf8dv5l
    @user-gh3xf8dv5l 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great seeing you two guys at the same table! Enjoyed the video, as always! Mark in Dallas.

  • @paulk8444
    @paulk8444 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Interesting as I rented a Honda PCX 160 automatic and drove half or Cebu Island and 3/4 of Negros Oriental from down to Siatan to up to Bais city and covered allot of ground and met more Filipinos and didn't rely on expats. I found the key was to get Outside of hanging around where expats who go to the same locations, restaurants verses all the businesses and places Filipinos go. As i believe you must completely be Open to new food, traffic and more procedures and red tape and Adjust, Adapt and have Lots of Patience and MOST of all Have a Good Helpful Attitude as Filipinos Love you when you are Friendly and Appreciative.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks for sharing Paul

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sounds like an epic journey Paul. I'm looking to do something similar all throughout Negros. I love to ride:) Hope you're good there

  • @oceanearth2243
    @oceanearth2243 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Spot on about the dating, younger men don’t get taken seriously.. it’s never the case in cebu city when I’ve seen an age “appropriate couple” couple, and the Cebuanas have already been courted and taken around the world by older gentleman

  • @Richierich2025
    @Richierich2025 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I had some real good laughs with this video this was awesome

  • @hirampantrey7481
    @hirampantrey7481 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very good interview Made me smile and made me Laugh, thank you.😅😊

  • @ronaldhein5739
    @ronaldhein5739 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great interview, Mike. Lots of great information. Sounds like you like Cebu as much as Duma.

  • @jamescrabill7345
    @jamescrabill7345 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Awesome information Mike and Chris.

  • @gobfranklin6759
    @gobfranklin6759 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the great topic and interview

  • @mike-ulove2travel
    @mike-ulove2travel หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Mike great video with Chris. Very informative.

  • @jamesriser5305
    @jamesriser5305 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great interview! Good info. Excellent guest.

  • @Joe-mz6dc
    @Joe-mz6dc 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. Keep it up guys

  • @Bubs-Travels
    @Bubs-Travels 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Can we please make this a regular segment? I love the banter. Mike I will be emailing you soon to pick your brain. Thanks for the great content.

  • @robadventure8007
    @robadventure8007 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice conversation...a mix of seriousness and humor, and leading statement!! 😂👍🇵🇭🇧🇭

  • @stanleyboothe4893
    @stanleyboothe4893 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good Info Mike and Chris, i agree with Chris on living close to the Ayala communities. There is one such Ayala areas North Bacolod heading towards Talisay ( The Ruins).

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      thanks for sharing Stanley

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yeah absolutely. Bacolod is on my radar and knowing that there’s a Ayala community there is awesome

  • @gwapogreg5837
    @gwapogreg5837 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow nice video I'm back in Canada now but own a hotel on Bantayan island. I miss Cebu looks like you are at the social.Nice spot but it sucks The Social and TGIF are paying for the rights to only sell beer then jacked the prices up.One very big tip for someone new there is to book a hotel right by Ayalla and save money on the Taxi as Ayalla is the best place to go .Hotels like the Quest or Mandarin are great but there are others.Also a fantastic movie theater at Ayalla

  • @RealGaryGibson
    @RealGaryGibson 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great interview! You guys should do more videos together!

  • @roverdover4449
    @roverdover4449 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That was very helpful, thank you.

  • @patrickmchargue7122
    @patrickmchargue7122 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good discussion. Thanks.

  • @jimscholz2997
    @jimscholz2997 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very Cool video.. Thanks...

  • @ericjf5343
    @ericjf5343 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great Video you two!

  • @keithsloan8922
    @keithsloan8922 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video

  • @alexshortsplus
    @alexshortsplus 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good one Mike 👍

  • @daynevickers1079
    @daynevickers1079 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the laughs, Mike , I needed it! And I enjoyed learning about Cebu, but, educate me a little bit... what is an "I-L" that you referred to?

  • @Filippines.FeverDream
    @Filippines.FeverDream 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My two favorite bloggers in one video. Cool.

  • @davidkaiser810
    @davidkaiser810 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I like Chris, I just subscribed to his channel

  • @DanielAdisi-ps6wq
    @DanielAdisi-ps6wq 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Interesting conversation. Planning to visit philippines next year.

  • @stevensantiago746
    @stevensantiago746 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great friends you two, just like that movie Grumpy Old Men. Chris is a good guy.

  • @kevink1214
    @kevink1214 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I liked IT park, it does have a lot to offer for sure. I did find that it was expensive and traffic is definitely a problem. Used grab primarily in the city , but when in the province take public transportation, buses, tricycles, huble hubles.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I would never take a huble huble

    • @kevink1214
      @kevink1214 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mikesphilippineretirement LOL I had only taken it a couple times. In the small province town that is up a mountain road that is a very common mode of transportation. Now many drivers are switching to something they call a BaoBao, basically a tuktuk. Keep up the good content Mike!!! I missed meeting you a few weeks ago but was able to meetup with Carefree Chris.

  • @jcgolf159
    @jcgolf159 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ok. Now an outtakes vid 😎

  • @fp2374
    @fp2374 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I stayed in BW Lex and went a lot to howlings dogs and SM City mall !!! Nice places thanks for the memories of Cebu!

  • @florenciocaintic4732
    @florenciocaintic4732 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great vids

  • @vargasxr421
    @vargasxr421 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You guys a sober awesome 🤘🏼

  • @gregmoffatt2085
    @gregmoffatt2085 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you gotta try Cebu on the hill its a great restaurant thats on top of Cebu

  • @mattrichardson7882
    @mattrichardson7882 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video..Mike does your condo have a back up generator for brown outs??

  • @JustJhoanne
    @JustJhoanne 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Awesome thumbnail/video 💯🇵🇭👍🏻

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you 🙌 working hard on thumbnails

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wow. You look beautiful. Don't tell my GF 🤪

    • @JustJhoanne
      @JustJhoanne 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@CarefreeChris you look handsome, but I have a bf 😝

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JustJhoanne lucky guy

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      this is not a dating site!!!!!

  • @maricar75
    @maricar75 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    getting stared is very common even in the us especially in small town or mostly in deep southern state, asian looking people sometimes getting stared at

  • @user-gw8ce8ig3i
    @user-gw8ce8ig3i 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks Mike.

  • @derricklane38
    @derricklane38 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Hi Mike. Have you ever made a video on medications in the Philippines? I will be moving to the Philippines with my wife in a few years. We have everything planned but we have never heard about maintenance medications, that is, blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes meds. Are the medications as good as in the US? Are they expensive? Does the Philippines have 90 days prescriptions?
    Thank you. We enjoy your channel.

    • @danielhackney7806
      @danielhackney7806 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The video I watched from an expat living in Angeles City said pharmacy sell per pill and it is more expensive than US for 90 pills. You need to be careful because sometimes they might be out of stock or not carry what you need. Which is a real hassle if you have to go to 3 or 4 pharmacy to find what you need. In fact, a few times he couldn't even find the BP med's he needed.

  • @MattSchreier-ox8bw
    @MattSchreier-ox8bw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Mike, that was a great video. Chris is a fun guy and I hope to find fun people to hang out with like you guys. It will make the transition to moving there easier and then when I learn enough about the Philippines I will look for a girlfriend and settle in.

  • @altonarm
    @altonarm 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Solinare? Where could I stay temporarily to see if a place works for me?

  • @7777osunajoe
    @7777osunajoe 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi ' it's cool I noticed your chanel, I am trying to see how life is there ,I'm from near Houston Texas, and my brother is living there in Cebu, and he says he is definitely ready to come home ' but that he's having an issue being able to get an exit certificate "? Is there any reason that an American would have a situation where you would need pay some debts off before being able to leave and come back home ? I am so curious as to what it could be . He says he feels he can come home by this summer and I always thought he could get on a plane and come straight home and it to be that easy ? He also says it's a bad immoral place and is anxious ' to leave. Can you please let me know some examples as to what he is talking about please ", I will subscribe and begin to watch any video you post " thank you
    Joe from Houston "

  • @mtg6509
    @mtg6509 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Is 2500 USD or 2000 USD for a single person or to share with a wife/girlfriend? Thanks Mike.

  • @Danno_A_Jyd
    @Danno_A_Jyd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Another interesting video, Mike, BUT can you name a few good spots where a guy can take his conservative province pinay on a date? I'll be meeting her in southern Cebu and she has already shown interest in a restaurant somewhere high where the entire city can be seen, so of course we'll be going there, but I'm at a loss for other dating sites and I'll be there for a month!
    Remember when I asked about the power there? I just purchased an adapter so I hope I'll be able to charge my phone now.
    Stay safe. Be well!

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      go to one of many local waterfall for a hike

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The restaurant sounds like Top of Cebu if you're referring to Cebu City. Great place for a date and you can also do Temple of Leah before dinner. No cabs up there so hire a taxi for the afternoon to take you around. Good luck Danno:)

    • @Danno_A_Jyd
      @Danno_A_Jyd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you @@CarefreeChris . I've never before been in a situation where I can not impress my girl. This ammo you gave me will be put to good use! Now all I need to do is find the right time to ask for her hand in marriage. HA!

    • @Danno_A_Jyd
      @Danno_A_Jyd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Great idea @@mikesphilippineretirement . My pinay refuses to wear bikini's and I tease her about that, so she will think I'm trying to strip her down again. Girls do enjoy having men desire their natural attributes so I'll make it work. IMHO, she needs to understand how lovely she is in my eyes before I pop the question. She is more than another pretty face to me, but she likes being pursued.

  • @enzopastore5811
    @enzopastore5811 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Chris is a very likeable guy.

  • @erf1971
    @erf1971 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    "Let me check your bone structure?" HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA... I'll put that on my next T-shirt

  • @ceburockhead
    @ceburockhead 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yes its more less stressful to use GRAB or TAXI

  • @danielhackney7806
    @danielhackney7806 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    By the way, what is the sq meter of a studio and 1 bedrooms? I'm living in a 1 bedroom condo in southern California paying $1,400, but been here 10 years. Current rents are going for $2,000 - $2,100. My condo is 750 sq feet which is a comfortable size. Although it was a shock when I first moved here from a 2,400 sq foot house. It felt very claustrophobic! LOL

    • @just_another_bot0110
      @just_another_bot0110 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Much smaller than you're used to.
      Im from san diego and my 2 bed 2bath 1200 sqft would currently go for around $3600 so I know the pain
      The studios here are slightly under 400 sqft ish
      They aren't bad by any means but whatever your bathroom looks like cut it in half. It you had a bath tub probably cut it to 1/3. The kitchen? If you know what a kitchenette is.. its that. Your fridge is smaller than your normal fridge. Think twice the size of a mini fridge. You can comfortably put a queen bed and small 2 person sofa.
      If you live farther you get bigger / more space but you're farther. Its also cheaper BUT you will need a car/ you spend much more on transportation so that's the trade off. I prefer smaller homes but im literally a street and a half from the mall/ 20+ restaurants

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      26sqm for a studio and 35 for a 1 bedroom in Solinea condos

  • @codyfoster8413
    @codyfoster8413 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good information. Much appreciated. What is the name of your complex?

  • @ceburockhead
    @ceburockhead 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Taxi cabs in the main City is on metered no hidden charges , just be ready with loose change like coins , 50,100 paper bills always in your Wallet or pocket

  • @willardpolk2871
    @willardpolk2871 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    when i live there I eat out 3 days a week and I had snacks in my apartment or my girl cook for us. 1200 a month is good to live on as long as you are smart with your money.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for sharing! but $1200 in Cebu City is not a life I would want

  • @benjilacombe7478
    @benjilacombe7478 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Help answer this question. For a guy interested in not playing around but looking for a serious relationship with a more traditional woman. If such a guy visits where there are alot of foreigners wouldn't that make it harder to find a lady that hasn't been with a foreigner already? Is there a better place you recommend in order to avoid this?

  • @pmalbright
    @pmalbright 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kuja J is really good.

  • @fp2374
    @fp2374 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Visited many times Cebu and yes those boy girl were weird but awesome so many there do not know still why..

  • @stevetravels6160
    @stevetravels6160 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This seems more like a commercial for your employer AYALA builders or for your realestate ventures?
    Are you trying to create a Philippine version of Sumerland,Anthem or Henderson??
    Not jealous, just amazed that you found a way to make income, while living in relatively inexpensive area.

  • @anniejanequeypo7169
    @anniejanequeypo7169 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Mike I would suggest that when you are talking with somebody in your vlog sit down face to face i mean facing each other not frequently looking on your side to talk with your guest.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      i would need 2 cameras and a team to edit the video...I do not have the same budget as they do on 60 minutes

  • @antoniochevalier797
    @antoniochevalier797 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    How much is a Hair Cut?

  • @danielhackney7806
    @danielhackney7806 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Speaking of lady boys, I don't know about the Phil's, but in California if a guy says he's a women and you refuse to date him you are branded as a bigoted homophobic. It's getting pretty CRAZY here in progressive liberal land. They had a pride parade in Hollywood some months ago and naked adults were walking around in front of little girls and boys. But I guess that's the parents fault for allowing the child to be there in the first place. We are the American state of fruits and nuts, literally!

    • @mochapoundcake
      @mochapoundcake 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Which are you, the fruit or the nut? 😜😜😜

    • @bannertraveller5879
      @bannertraveller5879 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Quit making crap up. No on will brand you a bigot for not dating a trans person. They will brand you for being a bigot because you ARE!. Best to stay in your safe place in America rather than spread your hate in Philippines

  • @acaciomadeira5147
    @acaciomadeira5147 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow Gelato is not even ice cream a he'll of alot cheaper to make Gelato Than ice cream Gelato is made from raw milk rather than cream. I do understand that milk is
    Expensive in philipines. But when you make Gelato it also expands just guessing but 20% at least because when it churns it adds air and freezing expands the Gelato

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      what it cost is what it cost! Doing to do but pay the price and enjoy

    • @acaciomadeira5147
      @acaciomadeira5147 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mikesphilippineretirement ya I agree just pointing out some outrageous cllosts I hear about in philipines that's all
      That are weird

  • @ceburockhead
    @ceburockhead 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ayala malls have the cleanest toilets among the malls

    • @jsully4064
      @jsully4064 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bring your own t.p. lol

  • @USBP29
    @USBP29 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What’s the name of the condo?

  • @sbw89
    @sbw89 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! $1,700-2000? I sell option premium against shares of stock and bring in about $8,000/mo. I'm 52 so I'm quite away from receiving social security but that will be around $2,400/mo. Plus my savings...
    I guess I'm a candidate

  • @StanHasselback
    @StanHasselback 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good video Mike. Chris looks a lot like Hank from Breaking Bad. 700 peso for one cup of gelato? That's like $12.50 U.S. that can't be right?

    • @Charles-ix5jc
      @Charles-ix5jc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Maybe but sometimes the prices over here are similar to us that just depends on what you get. Bacon $8 /lb. Glad $ p70 liter x by 4 for gallon. Now you can assume Average wage in penninsula $10/day U.S.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      3 small cups (3 people)

    • @StanHasselback
      @StanHasselback 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mikesphilippineretirement You have been out of U.S for a while 3 small cups for $12.50 is a deal now 😂​

    • @user-mb9xy9pe1c
      @user-mb9xy9pe1c 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He is correct about the price. I was with them last night at the gelato place and the second smallest serving was over $6 US. More than where I live in Texas. Weird.

    • @StanHasselback
      @StanHasselback 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-mb9xy9pe1c Maybe milk and cream are expensive in the Philippines. There's not a lot of dairy in Asia.

  • @tonymckay6556
    @tonymckay6556 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    hey grandpa i will live also in cebu in the future and will marry a local virgin. i envy you.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      virgin..hmmm let me know how that works out...2 virgins in the same bed....hahaaha thanks tony we wish you the best

    • @purplesprigs
      @purplesprigs 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That ball is.....outta here! Homerun Mike! @@mikesphilippineretirement

  • @desipage9862
    @desipage9862 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Less is best

  • @leticiaburgos1267
    @leticiaburgos1267 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The reason people stare at the foreigners , I'm sorry about to stare at you Gus you are much fair complexion and you are tall compare to the Filipino people are much shorter. Welcome in our country

  • @fredbigornia1814
    @fredbigornia1814 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Cebu Bisaya Girls are nice and respectful, I wish the foreigners don't take advantage with our Beautiful women, espicially the younger ones, The old expats senior citizens crave for this women.. Innocent women in Cebu don't know any better! foreigners want to have younger women in Cebu...
    Philippines is getting too over populated.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      long b4 I got here more babies with out fulltime fathers that are filipino not American

    • @fredbigornia1814
      @fredbigornia1814 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@mikesphilippineretirement That has nothing to do with babies or single mothers , westerners will take anything with or without babies, young or old Filipina women.

  • @johnbergeron9997
    @johnbergeron9997 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was hoping to find a one bedroom on the beach for 25,000 but it dosnt sound good for me

  • @jdtravels5140
    @jdtravels5140 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Anyone else experiencing commercials every three minutes?

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      i have no controll on that..it is you tube putting the ads into the video

  • @Endoplazmik-retikulum
    @Endoplazmik-retikulum หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is Chris former police officer?

  • @user-qs5hz4mf3p
    @user-qs5hz4mf3p 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    adams apple 🍎

  • @Midwest10
    @Midwest10 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I live nearby. Younger and wealthy. I spend at least $4000 to remain middle class. Wear a wedding ring, they all stay away

    • @just_another_bot0110
      @just_another_bot0110 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      What do you do all day? Most of my mornings are slow and since im a morning person kinda feels like I waste my day away but everyone I know works in the morning

  • @Adventure5619
    @Adventure5619 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ayala is lady boy and free lancers heaven. I been approached so many times as I go alone and will sit on the terraces alone to eat or read and they flock to me but i am a good 20-25 years younger then you two. Way more aggressive here vs Thailand. Then again was only in Thailand a month been here 8 months now. My gf tells me story of the crime. I think we are targeted less. But ph on ph crime is cebu is really really bad. Not murder but robbing at gun or knife point. My gf been robbed and coworkers as well. The thing is its a major hassle to report it so they just go on with there day unless they get hurt.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      how old are you? 35?...thanks for sharing and any big city has crime.

    • @just_another_bot0110
      @just_another_bot0110 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@mikesphilippineretirement
      I've realized the approaching by women mostly happens only to white foreigners.
      Im mexican American and unless I open my mouth most people just assume I'm a 6 foot tall large filipino.
      Black friends tell me they get stared at a lot but not approached though once they initiate filipinas are excited to talk because to them its like a "fun experience " or story to tell friends.

    • @Adventure5619
      @Adventure5619 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@just_another_bot0110 100% agree with you all girls i went on dates with didn’t have anything nice to say about darker men. They all want white. Afam babies.

    • @Adventure5619
      @Adventure5619 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mikesphilippineretirement 38. Yes, just makes me sad when i hear a youtuber say ph is so safe i late at night walked and nothing happened. Its a law of averages eventually if you late at night walk home tipsy your going to get robbed. There are some really dangerous parts of town after dark that you will get robbed if stumbled into on accident late at night or taken advantage of by taxi drivers. Had that happen to me twice now after leaving night club they tell you that you must pay 500 peso as late night fee over the meter price. Happen leaving mango street.

    • @JohnnyLawrence293
      @JohnnyLawrence293 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      had the same experience when I was staying there for 3 weeks. had lady boys stop me going to the mall and in the mall on multiple days. easily able to tell they are one haha

  • @user-er9rb8rg2i
    @user-er9rb8rg2i 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Cebu has so much more to offer than duma, to me duma is a retirement home for expats, you can find a nice condo for $600 a month that's paying for elect and cable, I figure food $300 a month, Immagration. I think about $300 for 3 months I forget, I don't drink that's a big savings, maybe get a girl once a week say $100 a month, that's $1300 a month, So I'd say you need about $1500, you don't need a car or motor you can walk anywhere in 30 min,

  • @Daniel-xaogjeyh
    @Daniel-xaogjeyh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    something off with the guy on the right

  • @stevefellers9487
    @stevefellers9487 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    i am so tired of you expats bashing the usa and yes i lived in the philippines on leyte for a year before i do love it there but i also love home california usa you guys not been out much there are many dangerous places in cebu city

  • @sweproductions1
    @sweproductions1 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If I see a girls profile online she 30 years old no kids the next thing I look at is her height if she he is 5’5 and up it’s probably a boy

  • @PhilippinesEscape
    @PhilippinesEscape 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is a man that is on testosterone and is making the best of it. He can be annoying but he is alright lol

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No juice for me. I’ve thought about it but have some serious concerns around any hormone replacement.

    • @danielhackney7806
      @danielhackney7806 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm in my 60's now and feel the drain from lack of testosterone. I read it goes close to ZERO by your 60's and it sure feels like it to me. I felt WAY better in my 50's. Wish I was still that young!

  • @rogelioselga2015
    @rogelioselga2015 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you for sharing wonderful things about Filipino. The Philippines needs more support from Democratic countries to invest and to create employment for the Filipino people. The Philippines doesn't need aid from them. Filipino need to be able to produce new technology and weapons to secure their culture and be able to help other countries to preserve peace in the world.

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      thanks for your comment

    • @danielhuntington2116
      @danielhuntington2116 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Possibly create more favorable conditions for foreign businesses to locate in the Philippines to increase jobs and the economy for Filipinos.🤔🤔

  • @user-no7ly2ui6m
    @user-no7ly2ui6m 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    safer than any city in the U.S. stop exagerating , you have not even been here a year and now your the expert ?

    • @mikesphilippineretirement
      @mikesphilippineretirement  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      almost 2 years

    • @CarefreeChris
      @CarefreeChris 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's truly mind blowing the differences in personal safety here. I've never felt safer and more welcomed in life. You still need to have your radar up, but it's at a completely different level. It's more petty crime kind of stuff and less violent.

  • @scottar3181
    @scottar3181 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    All he found was a long red hair, haha

  • @JohnnyLawrence293
    @JohnnyLawrence293 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    that budget seems excessive to me. go shop in a grocery store and cook most of your meals. why do you need to eat in a mall 3 times a day? can't be all that healthy either

    • @369dabbler
      @369dabbler 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Partly it’s because they can’t spend time alone in quiet