The rough travel and expense in this vlog may not be eye-candy and touristy but the thing is this is the reality. This is not bait. This is what the usual filipino passenger encounter from day to day and Mergim still did a good job to show what tourists should expect from travelling. Also, this is exactly what other vloggers hide from their viewers, the not-so-good part and filtering only the good shots. Kudos to Mergim and Maya for having the courage to keep the vlog real. 👍🏻
Come on man, the road they travelled and transport they chosen is long route and would not give you comfort travelling. Jeepneys are usually for short distance cheap rides, what do you expect? There are car rentals, van rides you can hire and can move you to any place you want comfortably. Also in Batangas City, some hotels are expensive but you can find some cheap ones, just plan you travel ahead.
@@s.f.2480 Thailand is a country of contiguous landmass where road networks are really well-developed but Philippines is archipelagic country where you have to hop from one island to the next by boats, by planes, by cars, trikes and bikes.
@@s.f.2480 why you are very fast to compare and a critic. There must be always pros and cons. And mostly pros can overshadow cons if you are only using your heart. Why can't we just comment some sympathy and don't be happy to the weaknesses of your other brothers- genetically.
It could be a blessing in disguise. Batangas has a city port with direct ferry to BORACAY at affordable price. From Boracay you can head next to ILOILO and it's adjacent islands like Guimaras . There's ferry that can bring you to the islands and have NIGHT trips with cabin thereby saving room accommodation at night and arriving at next destination in the mornings. Yup , try book accommodations on ferries at night schedules and arrive in the mornings in a new island saving you expensive hotels .
This video gives the "Amazing Race" vibe. challenges after challenges.. figuring out how to get from one point to another point.. booking a hotel.. and all what not.. still an amazing video... very honest. very true. very realistic. no sugarcoating.... hey mergim bro.. still part of the adventure... again.. welcome to the Philippines! There is Fun.. there is adventure... and people are AMAZING! ** Kudos to the family who assisted and gave you that buko juice. Regards to Maya and travel safe you two.
This kind of vlog and how you show the "unfiltered" tourism experience will always make Mergim's channel unique and one of a kind. Will continue to support you no matter how difficult your travels are. Cheers, mate!
This kind of vlogs helps everyone who wants to travel the country, like me, a local NCR person gets a wide perspective of goods and bad in a city or province without any cost! Support these vloggers so they can continue what they're doing and get a handful of insights for you to have more ideas when it's time for you to travel. Salamat Mergim.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu Your statement "Mergim don't understand Salamat" couldn't be adequately substantiated without Mergim himself confirming one way or another.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu Your proof that "he didn't say it once in this video" is post hoc, ergo propter hoc or a fallacy of composition. Therefore, it can not support your assertion that "Mergim don't understand Salamat".
It’s alright Mergim. We’re still watching and, as difficult as this has been for you guys, we’re here with you all the way😊 This may sound odd but it’s refreshing to see a vlogger who also shows his bad days and shares his frustrations. You’re keeping it real, and we appreciate that.
honest reaction im watching this guy from the start i dont like how he treat his girl friend she runs like a dog after him in his whole videos...i feel egoism and depression in his personality strugling for sucess
@@Dino-pk5hc still even though you are a millionaire or billionaire if you are smart enough you need to save even the smallest amount of discount. That's why this kind of people have a high chance of being successful in life.
@@Dino-pk5hc Making it Happen has so many properties now... ooops... But the good thing is they're also investing here where they gained their profits... It should always be giving back to the community..
you know that when things don't go to plan, it makes the video more interesting. I actually thought this was one of your best videos in the Philippines so far.
Im a filipino living overseas and from this video Ive learnt how to travel from Tagaytay to Batangas city “ the local way” which is very much appreciated. And im sure im not the only Filipino overseas who shares my point of view. Keep it up with the adventures!
We can just imagine how exhausting that trip was. Batangas is somewhat a huge province and it has such a diverse landscape. They have beaches, lakes, hiking trails, historical areas etc. The thing is, it can sometimes be more convenient to plan things ahead before going, or even secure a private mode of transportation that can take you around the area.Though others prefer public transpo for personal reasons. I personally have been to Anilao, Nasugbu and Laiya. But great vlog episode as usual. It's good that you're not trying to sugar coat every experience. Every traveller is bound to face some challenges one way or another and we appreciate the honesty. 🙂
I would like to think that there is method to Mergim's madness. Taking public transportation allows the camera to be at street level and forces him to interact with people continuously by asking for direction, negotiating prices, soliciting opinions, etc. What I find intriguing is that Mergim tries to be a part of a situation rather than apart from it. It's working because he appears to be genuine.
This episode is more like a result of lack of planning. Costly, but not really a waste because it still ends up in another vlog for us to watch. Mergim knows what he's doing.
Oh my, that's quite a journey. I felt exhausted by just watching. You guys should take it easy, perhaps get some ample rest or a day off. Congrats to 40k subs! 👍
In the Philippines for the first time you need to plan things out. If not you will get a real dose of the culture It's best to embrace it and enjoy meeting wonderful people along the way. Its not the destination but the journey that brings happiness best wishes
Having your bag " seemingly" lost nowhere and having not fully known the broken public utility vehicle available ( the usual PUV is not yet fully available prepandemic) , SHOWED HOW EVERY PINOY ON THE STREET HELPS BEYOND.
Hi Mergim, I have subscribed to your channel since you decided to visit the Philippines from Thailand where you had only 6k subscribers. Now with your tour of the Philippines, you average an additional 3k subscribers a day. Quite an exponential quantity because of your honest and down-to-earth review of the places, people and sights you have encountered. I note as well that your new subscribers are English-speakers as every Filipino is. Thus, fully understanding the joys of your travel. Your following is much like the hundreds of foreigners who have vlogged here in the Philippines before you. In this latest vlog you have in travelling from Tagaytay to Batangas City, you commented that Batangas is “not tourist-friendly” and has “extornionist” price of their hotels. While I personally appreciate your frank and honest review, I find it inaccurate and missing the mark. The waiter in Tagaytay told you to take 2 buses to Batangas City. You only took one and 2 jeepney rides after. You were not able to follow his advice. Hence, you have experienced the normal travel route/ journey of a local. In other words, you travelled as a local, and not as a tourist. Which means that you will be in a transportation with no air-conditioning and the constant stop-and-go for incoming and departing passengers. For a few hours, this will a take a toll on you physically. But remember, this is how the locals do it. I can see that a lot of locals assisted you along the way. In short, you did not spend money in your travel as a tourist, you did it as a local. With your “extortionist” comment, unfortunately it is the price of those hotels when you just appear on the day asking for an accommodation. A local would be treated the same way. You may not be aware of seasonal changes in hotel prices. Pricy as it may be, it is what it is. Your trip to Batangas was done on the fly with poor planning. You can only blame this ardous journey to being unprepared. Batangas has a lot to offer if you have given yourself time to research. If you want to travel as a local, you will have to experience what they are experiencing. If you want to travel as a tourist and enjoy some comfort and save time, then you have to spend some money like a tourist. Simple as that. Anyway, continue your adventure safely. You barely scratched the surface of what this country has to offer.
you speak the truth. unplanned trips can lead to delightful adventures or disastrous ones depending on what path you take (and your destination---there isn't much to see in Batangas City!). so can well-planned trips but you're much less likely to experience so much inconvenience when you don't do trips on the fly without a car.
We still love you both Maya and Mergim. No matter what your comments are positive or negative, I'm still your number 1 fan. Just enjoy your stay here in the Philippines. More to explore 😎
here's a tip. Dont go to hotels. Just go to motels like Sogo which is way cheaper! Another thing that drives the price up is when it's weekend. Prices of hotels tend to go up. I wish i was home now and could have invited you to my place, a small one, but free. LOL. Enjoy!
@@MergimVlogsYT really wish im there....im From Anilao but presently here in Ireland. Would have invited you to at least stay a night or two in my humble abode and let you experience a good old fashioned Filipino hospitality. I watch your vids everyday because im freakingly homesick now and counting the days when i travel back home ( 23 days to go!) . Still, i mean it. If you get stuck in Anilao and need a place, not luxurious like a hotel but enough to pass the night...then don't hesitate to ask! Ingat! (Take Care).
@@MergimVlogsYT you should have explored more of Tagaytay rather than going to Batangas city. I mean Batangas have nice place if you go to the beach. From Tagaytay you should have taken a bus to Nasugbu then rent a tuktuk going to the beach. Try searching Pico De Loro. Canyon Cove. Stilts. Little Boracay etc. Going to Batangas city is more of like if you have a business meeting or a client meeting. You should have done some research in advance before taking a trip there
@@MergimVlogsYT you still here in Batangas? I am from Lipa Batangas,a jeep away from Batangas City would you like to stay here in our house while you are exploring Batangas?
Tric, bus and jeepney... wow kudos to you both. By the time you leave the Philippines you'll be expert travelers. People are always willing to help. 🙏 . A very tough travel day. Thank you for still keeping it real.
It is fine, we still want to watch your videos Mergim..encountering this negative experience is part of traveling..and we filipinos will always appreciate you..don't rush and look on the bright side in every part of the way...
Hey Mergim. I hope your experience today doesn't get you discouraged and you continue to explore our country. Might not always be positive but I hope you have better days ahead. Cheers!
His subscriber numbers have quadrupled inside three weeks and his revenue therefore has gone up drastically via his channel. He's filming and downloading daily whatever the content. He's going nowhere outside the Philippines for the time being believe me. It's a goldmine with the interest shown by filipinos relative to foreign vloggers exploring their country.
You two are experiencing the real Philippine experience which I never saw with any other vlogger. This is really awesome! Now I know not to expect to find a decently priced hotel in Batangas.
Wow, Filipinos are so generous. Even though we don't have much to give, we can still give the best that we can. That free buko juice from the local is so amazing to watch. Maybe they thought that you were thirsty from travelling. It's very unusual for foreigners to travel using public transport. ❤️🇵🇭
good job mergim I like what your doing taking a public transport to go around the Philippines most of us don't have a car so it's nice to know what route to take take care man and god bless you
BTW congrats on 40k subs road to 50k and eventually 100k. I forgot to mention from batangas city there is a port there which goes to Puerto galera or to boracay. I enjoyed your honest opinion. Thats why I watch your vlogs.
Hi, Mergim. Batangas City is really a bit expensive, especially its accommodations. Modes of transportation there are trikes and jeepneys. There’s not much to see there. However, the Batangas Port is there, a gateway to provinces like Mindoro, where Puerto Galera, famous for its dive spots, is. Also near Batangas City is the town of Taal (different from the volcano) where heritage houses are. It’s about 40 mins from Batangas City. In Taal, don’t forget to visit the massive church and eat tapa (cured beef) and lomi (thick soup). There may be some accommodations there, too. But mostly BnBs. Good luck to you and Maya!
I have always been wanted to suggest to you to ask the locals on how to travel from.. and to.., and ask how much. They will be very helpful. Glad to see that you showed that in this video 😁
Well I want to quote you this, „drama is always good for the vlog“ (that‘s Wil Daso,s line) well unfortunate events, and I feel you brother but faithfully we must carry on. And I did enjoy this vlog, what more the drama added another depth to it. Keep safe!
Its okay mergim，You need to have good rest first，dont worry you still have lots of time to enjoy philippines，batangas is not only the tourist spot there，theres a lot，your now starting to begin your journey and explore the beauty of the philippines，dont lose hope，💖 PUERTO GALERA BEACH，you can go there，💖👍🏻 💪🏻☀️
This the reason why I watch ur vlog men... Keep exploring... Thank you so much, we will support u all the way.... We are here in DOHA QATAR Filipino family...
@Mergim, thank you very much for this video. On my opinion, this video is really an informative video specially for other tourists that's planning of dropping by Batangas City. I hope that the Local Government officials are also subscribed to your channel for them to become aware as well that the City is not tourist friendly. In this way, they may find a way on how to better promote the City and how to improve the facilities for the city to be tourist friendly. This way, they can come up with solution on how to improve and promote tourism in the city. Thank you so much for this adventurous, exhausting, time-wasting and yet very informative video. Appreciate your vlog so much.
There are actually places to see in Batangas but I normally just travel pass it and go to Puerto Galera, an island in Mindoro (catch a ferry from Batangas Port). Chin up and make the most of it. Unexpected journeys, no matter how it looks like - pointless or difficult, makes an interesting vlog and tells us a glimpse about you as a person. If there's anything you will learn from Filipinos, it is making the most of your current situation, deal with it and be satisfied with what you have done. That's how they are still happy & generous people even with the hardship.
Honestly, i was surprised that you decided to go to Batangas City when Nasugbu and nearby Calatagan, even Lemery, are much better because of the beaches. Batangas, especially Anilao, is really known for snorkeling and diving. Not much to do in the city itself. Yeah, that was really a waste of time but just think of it as a good vlog content and a once-in-a-lifetime (mis)adventure. Your trip was informative though. If you are in a bind as to where to go or what to do in new places, just ask the locals for some reco then double-check the info online. Who knows you might stumble into hidden gems. Take some time to relax. Head on to the beaches if you can so you can escape the chaos of the city. Editing this to suggest that since you are in Batangas City, why not visit PUERTO GALERA. There are ferries going there from the port. That place was very famous before but now people just head on to Boracay, Cebu, and Palawan to swim. It would be nice to see you explore Puerto Galera and the island of Mindoro in general.
I second this. Why they skipped Nasugbu, they were already there with the beaches, just passed and went straight to the city. It could have been more relaxing journey.
@@joeDelicious it's because they didn't know, because they didn't do enough research when they decided to up and leave Tagaytay, not knowing enough about their chosen destination. ironic that they passed a number of much better stops if only they asked or were better informed somehow (research!). it's a good lesson for me if I ever decide to go around an unknown country. :-)
wow..I admire your courage to take public transportation and feature it on your channel... The joys of commuting.. take care and keep safe...nice sceneries
Just a little bump on the road Mergim. Shows what a simple Filipino experience everyday and yet we try to stay happy and keep our chin up. Thank you for showing partly how it’s like for simple folks in their daily lives. We appreciate your ever jolly and friendly demeanor even when things get a little rough!💪🏼👏🤗🥰🙏🏻 I admire Maya for also being so calm and cool throughout!🤩👍🏼😍 So much more places and things to discover! Btw, I agree with your thumbnail “you should’ve stayed in Tagaytay”! Hehe! Stay safe! Stay healthy! Stay happy! Love from the Philippines!!❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇬🇧
Hi Mergim, I'm sorry you had difficult travel to Batangas. I think it's time to consider Baguio , maybe Clark city in Pampanga. Mt Pinatubo is around that area. Good luck on your next adventure. I will look forward to your next video. 😊
Good thing you vlog your trip to Batangas because you made people aware how expensive over there for tourist. Sorry about your trouble, stay safe God bless.
Always plan your trip sir mergim, so that your travelling experience will not be as hectic as what you experienced. Do more research before exploring a certain place, doing unplanned trips is a recipe for disaster. I hope the both of you would still have a great time exploring batangas city:)
The sheer effort you put intro every single video is incredible! They are so entertaining to watch. I look forward to your vlogs every day and I have literally not gone a day in the past two weeks without watching one of your videos. I miss the Philippines and watching your vlogs makes me feel like I am experiencing it with you. Thank you!
It's always a good strat to ask the locals so that in the end you save a lot. The transit may have been burdensome at some point but during the duration you have met some of the most amazing people on earth. I just hope you find the value of money while you are in that city. Parts of the province is a well known diving haven so I can only hope that your activities today can loosen you up and make you not feel distressed why you ended there in the first place. Ingat po sa paggala.
Also, this is the disadvantage when people just proudly recommend specific places making it sound like how great each place they recommend without mentioning the other challenges or downside of the area.
A lot of the places in the philippines, especially towns and cities, I don’t enjoy seeing. Once you’ve seen one you’ve seen them all. It’s only the people that make it enjoyable.
@@Xxxx-d4z Really? Why even go there in the first place with that kind of thinking? Are you a service driver or something that you were forced to go to these places?
Mergim in our journey not all of them are smooth and easy. There were always ups and down, even wherever place you go, there is no perfect life and even in places. There is always a positive and negative things happen, good or bad and that's part of our journey. Just focus to good thing not in bad things, but there is always a purpose happen in every life that we have. What happen to your journey it's gives ideas or information to other as well. Whatever things happen in this vlog we still love your vlog and there is a lesson to learn to other as well. May God bless your trip with your girlfriend and God's protection be upon you both always. Enjoy your journey.🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️
40k subs congrats! Tagaytay is my hometown, I grew up there. I left Tagaytay when I was 22. I think you took a long route to Batangas City. Never been in Batangas City but I can see how inconvenient it is to take several jeepneys to be there. When you go to any place, try checking airbng first, you'll see a lot of cheaper and better place to stay.
The very reason why I like you as a vlogger is that the realness and authenticity of the content.. i only travelled to Tagaytay from the metro but not directly to Batangas.. this gave me a perspective on what to-do the next time I have the same route to travel.. keep it up! And never be discouraged with just this one instance
I also feel exhausted when I watched your journey from tagaytay to batangas. I went to tagaytay but I didn't go batangas because that is too far from my house which is in bulacan but now I know that the hotel is expensive there. I like that you prefer to say things that might others find harsh but that's the reality and I like that you are honest about what you've experienced. I hope you find something extraordinary things or places about Batangas that can lessen your disappointment. keep safe always!
I live in Batangas City so I don't actually know what the other hotels' prices are but Days, Luks Loft, and Ponte Fino are the pricier hotels. I think Luks Loft is the one with the P30,000 a night penthouse. But there are definitely cheaper hotels.
What a journey, you guys! I’ve been living here all my life but sadly public transportation is not the best and would avoid commuting if I’m traveling from province to province. Unfortunately, this is the reality for most Filipinos and you get to experience it firsthand. I did enjoy your interaction w/ the locals, very respectful and friendly despite the setbacks (jeepney clutch not functioning at one point).
Just watched your vlog here. Wow, what you went through WAS HARD even for a local there. Was born and raised in the Philippines then moved to the U.S. then travelled back. I never experienced what you just did. Looks exhausting. Since you're not driving around, I think it would serve you well if you have a local resident (or a friend or relative who lives in the Philippines) accompany you in your trips. But I admire what you did man, props to you (and your wife). Shows how much passion you have for what you are doing as a professional traveller, vlogger. 👍👍
you know mergim im so much addicted to your vlog everyday im waiting a new upload for you video im excited to see a long travel with your girlfriend and yes good to you to start here in mega Luzon after you going visaya, and Mindanao good to start safety and take care always
You really experienced the true Filipino spirit of doing extra mile to help you go to your destination, it keeps me glued to the end of your videos, you experienced how ordinary life in some places yet you encountered some genuine people along the way, no pretensions to help, amidst your bumpy rides . Keep safe
7:42 Love seeing people being kind….really nice of them to buy you that drink, inspired me to make more of an effort for random acts of kindness to my fellow human beings.
Ironically this is the type of vlog that makes you apart from others Mergim 👍 you show the ups and downs of travelling and not hesitant to tell your honest opinions. We appreciate it 👍 Batangas has a lot to offer, been there with their beaches, hope you find the gems of Batangas as you continue to go around. Stay safe, rest and enjoy!
Very authentic and the charm of having to commute as a local is very interesting to watch. If you're going to the Mindoro provinces from Batangas City port they are separated by two (Occidental & Oriental) Oriental Mindoro has Puerto Galera - dubbed as a white beach and party town, like the Boracay from the past. The main nautical highway going to Boracay goes through this province aswell. You can hop off another ferry from Roxas town heading to Caticlan port (the main jump off point heading to Boracay) Occidental Mindoro - is the least visited, off the beaten track of the Mindoros but it has unique tourist spots not many others come to. It governs Apo Reef - the second largest coral reef system in the world. Second only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, it is ideal for snorkeling and camping at the island within the protected area. Apo Reef is located at Sablayan town in Occidental Mindoro.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu well the Apo Reef itself is a protected area so I don't think you can fish there. However you can fish on the other towns nearby so you might get great catches there. 😁
Hi to both of you, l can't believe you done all that swapping transportation from a trike to bus and jeepney your unbelievable anyway thank you for taking us to your journey as always take care and always be safe 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
@@MergimVlogsYT Baguio has way cheaper hotels, Airbnb and transient homes here go as low as 400 per person which includes breakfast. If you want help, please contact me.
This trip will be a memory to remember and look back on with nostalgia one day. It's easy to just get a plane or a one-way ride, but that's something you will just forget about. One of the worst trips of my life was going from Cebu to Samar ferry via Cokaliong. It was absolutely awful because the private rooms and aircon rooms were booked. I had to sit in a bunkbed with roosters all around me. I look back at it now as a very fond memory I will never forget. An incredible experience for me. Speaking of that, you should definitely take a ferry and experience how people live their lives here. Without the aircon room! 😉
Pwede na sya pumunta ng Oriental Mindoro, Puerto Gallera at mag swimming sya dun para mawala init ng ulo nya 🤣 Pero natatawa talaga ako sa vlog ngayong umaga. Kasi sa Thailand maganda ang buhay dun pero wala sya masyado subscribers and viewers, at dito nga sya pumunta sa Philippines kasi alam nya na sumusuporta talaga tayo sa mga tulad nya na foreign vloggers at sulit naman kasi umabot na ng 40k subscribers nya. Pasensya na sa pagtatagalog ko nakaka intindi ako ng English pero hindi ako sanay gumamit ng salitang English 🙂
Well, Batangas has alot to offer but he just passed it. He was already in Nasugbu and Taal near Lemery but chose to go straight to the city where nothing unusual to see. He even passed the road going to Mabini where the diving spots are.
@@orientalmindoro4303 wala na nasa south luzon na sya. Mahirap nang bumiyahe paakyat ng norte kaya best nalang ay mag ferry nalang sya sa mindoro tapos jump nalang syang visayas. Wala na eh haha
Welcome to the Philippines! New subscriber here.. 🇵🇭 Hoping for more new extra ordinaire vlogs.. 😊 Enjoy your adventures,take care always and best of luck! God bless 🙏
The route you took is shortest if from Tagaytay, just right. The good places in Batangas are Anilao for diving, San Juan or Nasugbu for beach, Lipa for nature resorts, Taal for historical houses and churches. Batangas City is I don't know what
They could have stayed first in Nasugbu beach or Lemery for a day so not to strain themselves traveling too far. Then get off from there to other Batangas destinations. Batangas has a lot to offer they just don’t know where to go.
That's a rough journey you had there I suggest you stay on the major tourist spots in the Philippines cuz the mode of transportation here is bit confusing like you have to take a jeepney on a specific spot then go down a specific spot then ride another jeepney and so on. I suggest staying on areas where it's easy to get a taxi/tricycle/bus
Anywhere you travel in this world, there are those who take advantage of tourists. I would suggest that before going to places that you are not familiar with, read travel tips and blogs so that you are well informed of the places and things to avoid. In the eyes of some opportunist folks where tourists go to, they think foreigners are millionaires. So trying to squeeze few more money out of you is to be expected. I experienced this with my friends when we visited Dominican Republic. Plan your next trip to save some money. Stay safe.
I’m already exhausted just watching how many transport you’re in and hopping hotels from one to another😮💨😮💨 This is what I want the travel vloggers should include. The reality of travelling and going on trips aren’t always smooth. Batangas is no doubt a beautiful place but definitely stressful for those who doesn’t know the area and where to go.
bro just use airbnb, you'll save tons of money. You can get a condo unit at $20-30 a night even in tagaytay. With that $80 a night you could've already gotten a nice unit at Pico De Loro, a very nice vacation spot in Nasugbu batangas. Batangas is only known for its beaches and diving. People just go there for quick weekend getaways.
If I have to be honest, Mergim gives a vibe of someone who attracts misfortune or at least hardships. Maybe that is just the vibe that he gives because he doesn't smile much. I know that he is a good and sincere guy. But he attracts hardships. Maybe because he focuses on them (hardships) and gives them energy. Fortunately (or unfortunately), these hardships are what make the vlogs more interesting.
Yah compared to seungha filipino boo who is more of chill and positive vibe like attitude whenever he is in a tightspot miracle help always come to him as he attracts them
Im actually surprised that a few Filipino watches the Filipino Boo while he give the most authentic and raw vlogs.. Not planning his travels and 100% used all the public transportation yet he was rewarded with amazing finds and friendly people.
@@mboxphil9906 Filipino Boo is unique.. He deserves more subscribers.. He's the read deal, showing public transportation raw and unedited yet making the most out of his journey...
@@eliolovesgaymovies1117 yup sometimes when vloggers just focus on making content for subs and views and use it as a tool as their main income, they seems lost the aunthecity of what travelling is all about, also the tendency to get irritated or angry fast whenver there are mishaps becomes more evident, and even they say ph is a vlogging haven due to big views they are not stupid viewers either once they feel your just making content just for views you will also feel that views will slope downwards
@@eliolovesgaymovies1117 I 've seen Filipino Boo's videos but nah, I don't like it. If you want to venture on blogging you need to invest on good cameras and equipments so you can give your viewers high HD quality's content. You're already earning money through your views why the stingy of buying good camera?
I liked the video. It’s very informative in that now I know how to get the Batangas via public transport. I’d like to suggest that maybe you can tell us at the end of the video 2-3 destinations you’re thinking of going and get your viewers to comment on which of the 2-3 you should go and why. This way, you can get a better feel for which one might be the better place to go according to the locals. Anyway, good luck and keep Vlogging.
The rough travel and expense in this vlog may not be eye-candy and touristy but the thing is this is the reality. This is not bait. This is what the usual filipino passenger encounter from day to day and Mergim still did a good job to show what tourists should expect from travelling. Also, this is exactly what other vloggers hide from their viewers, the not-so-good part and filtering only the good shots.
Kudos to Mergim and Maya for having the courage to keep the vlog real. 👍🏻
When you leave the maintream tourist routes you are gonna have some tough days.
Come on man, the road they travelled and transport they chosen is long route and would not give you comfort travelling. Jeepneys are usually for short distance cheap rides, what do you expect? There are car rentals, van rides you can hire and can move you to any place you want comfortably.
Also in Batangas City, some hotels are expensive but you can find some cheap ones, just plan you travel ahead.
Yeah, that is the advantage in Thailand. From what I saw in other videos, its easier to travel in Thailand than in the Philippines.
@@s.f.2480 Thailand is a country of contiguous landmass where road networks are really well-developed but Philippines is archipelagic country where you have to hop from one island to the next by boats, by planes, by cars, trikes and bikes.
@@s.f.2480 why you are very fast to compare and a critic. There must be always pros and cons.
And mostly pros can overshadow cons if you are only using your heart.
Why can't we just comment some sympathy and don't be happy to the weaknesses of your other brothers- genetically.
It could be a blessing in disguise. Batangas has a city port with direct ferry to BORACAY at affordable price. From Boracay you can head next to ILOILO and it's adjacent islands like Guimaras . There's ferry that can bring you to the islands and have NIGHT trips with cabin thereby saving room accommodation at night and arriving at next destination in the mornings. Yup , try book accommodations on ferries at night schedules and arrive in the mornings in a new island saving you expensive hotels .
Nice. Hope he gets to read this comment.
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Go to Boracay instead.
Boracay is a touristy area but still you must go there
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This video gives the "Amazing Race" vibe. challenges after challenges.. figuring out how to get from one point to another point.. booking a hotel.. and all what not.. still an amazing video... very honest. very true. very realistic. no sugarcoating.... hey mergim bro.. still part of the adventure... again.. welcome to the Philippines! There is Fun.. there is adventure... and people are AMAZING! ** Kudos to the family who assisted and gave you that buko juice. Regards to Maya and travel safe you two.
This kind of vlog and how you show the "unfiltered" tourism experience will always make Mergim's channel unique and one of a kind. Will continue to support you no matter how difficult your travels are. Cheers, mate!
This kind of vlogs helps everyone who wants to travel the country, like me, a local NCR person gets a wide perspective of goods and bad in a city or province without any cost! Support these vloggers so they can continue what they're doing and get a handful of insights for you to have more ideas when it's time for you to travel. Salamat Mergim.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu he says salamat in his vlogs bro, he definitely knows what it means 😂
they are online beggars
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu Your statement "Mergim don't understand Salamat" couldn't be adequately substantiated without Mergim himself confirming one way or another.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu Your proof that "he didn't say it once in this video" is post hoc, ergo propter hoc or a fallacy of composition. Therefore, it can not support your assertion that "Mergim don't understand Salamat".
I like this episode. Not a typical luxurious vlog. Mergim showing the reality on how locals travel
It’s alright Mergim. We’re still watching and, as difficult as this has been for you guys, we’re here with you all the way😊 This may sound odd but it’s refreshing to see a vlogger who also shows his bad days and shares his frustrations. You’re keeping it real, and we appreciate that.
hhaha exactly. I also saw Mergim rolling his eyes
Yes I see his reaction bad trip for this happened to him imagined expensive then tiring so we gonna do is suport his channel for more more subcribers
honest reaction im watching this guy from the start i dont like how he treat his girl friend she runs like a dog after him in his whole videos...i feel egoism and depression in his personality strugling for sucess
@@Dino-pk5hc still even though you are a millionaire or billionaire if you are smart enough you need to save even the smallest amount of discount. That's why this kind of people have a high chance of being successful in life.
@@Dino-pk5hc Making it Happen has so many properties now... ooops... But the good thing is they're also investing here where they gained their profits... It should always be giving back to the community..
Sharing your true feelings/views is very good, no sugar coating thank you
you know that when things don't go to plan, it makes the video more interesting. I actually thought this was one of your best videos in the Philippines so far.
This is an 'expectation vs. reality' kind of a vlog. Just as travels are not rosy perfect all the time.
Im a filipino living overseas and from this video Ive learnt how to travel from Tagaytay to Batangas city “ the local way” which is very much appreciated. And im sure im not the only Filipino overseas who shares my point of view. Keep it up with the adventures!
We can just imagine how exhausting that trip was. Batangas is somewhat a huge province and it has such a diverse landscape. They have beaches, lakes, hiking trails, historical areas etc. The thing is, it can sometimes be more convenient to plan things ahead before going, or even secure a private mode of transportation that can take you around the area.Though others prefer public transpo for personal reasons. I personally have been to Anilao, Nasugbu and Laiya. But great vlog episode as usual. It's good that you're not trying to sugar coat every experience. Every traveller is bound to face some challenges one way or another and we appreciate the honesty. 🙂
I would like to think that there is method to Mergim's madness. Taking public transportation allows the camera to be at street level and forces him to interact with people continuously by asking for direction, negotiating prices, soliciting opinions, etc. What I find intriguing is that Mergim tries to be a part of a situation rather than apart from it. It's working because he appears to be genuine.
This episode is more like a result of lack of planning. Costly, but not really a waste because it still ends up in another vlog for us to watch. Mergim knows what he's doing.
Oh my, that's quite a journey. I felt exhausted by just watching. You guys should take it easy, perhaps get some ample rest or a day off. Congrats to 40k subs! 👍
In the Philippines for the first time you need to plan things out. If not you will get a real dose of the culture It's best to embrace it and enjoy meeting wonderful people along the way. Its not the destination but the journey that brings happiness best wishes
Hugs to both, I saw how tired you were Mergim and Maya but this vblog is one of the best video you have❤️ stay safe
Having your bag " seemingly" lost nowhere and having not fully known the broken public utility vehicle available ( the usual PUV is not yet fully available prepandemic) , SHOWED HOW EVERY PINOY ON THE STREET HELPS BEYOND.
Hi Mergim, I have subscribed to your channel since you decided to visit the Philippines from Thailand where you had only 6k subscribers. Now with your tour of the Philippines, you average an additional 3k subscribers a day. Quite an exponential quantity because of your honest and down-to-earth review of the places, people and sights you have encountered. I note as well that your new subscribers are English-speakers as every Filipino is. Thus, fully understanding the joys of your travel. Your following is much like the hundreds of foreigners who have vlogged here in the Philippines before you.
In this latest vlog you have in travelling from Tagaytay to Batangas City, you commented that Batangas is “not tourist-friendly” and has “extornionist” price of their hotels. While I personally appreciate your frank and honest review, I find it inaccurate and missing the mark. The waiter in Tagaytay told you to take 2 buses to Batangas City. You only took one and 2 jeepney rides after. You were not able to follow his advice. Hence, you have experienced the normal travel route/ journey of a local. In other words, you travelled as a local, and not as a tourist. Which means that you will be in a transportation with no air-conditioning and the constant stop-and-go for incoming and departing passengers. For a few hours, this will a take a toll on you physically. But remember, this is how the locals do it. I can see that a lot of locals assisted you along the way. In short, you did not spend money in your travel as a tourist, you did it as a local.
With your “extortionist” comment, unfortunately it is the price of those hotels when you just appear on the day asking for an accommodation. A local would be treated the same way. You may not be aware of seasonal changes in hotel prices. Pricy as it may be, it is what it is.
Your trip to Batangas was done on the fly with poor planning. You can only blame this ardous journey to being unprepared. Batangas has a lot to offer if you have given yourself time to research.
If you want to travel as a local, you will have to experience what they are experiencing. If you want to travel as a tourist and enjoy some comfort and save time, then you have to spend some money like a tourist. Simple as that.
Anyway, continue your adventure safely. You barely scratched the surface of what this country has to offer.
you speak the truth. unplanned trips can lead to delightful adventures or disastrous ones depending on what path you take (and your destination---there isn't much to see in Batangas City!). so can well-planned trips but you're much less likely to experience so much inconvenience when you don't do trips on the fly without a car.
We still love you both Maya and Mergim. No matter what your comments are positive or negative, I'm still your number 1 fan. Just enjoy your stay here in the Philippines. More to explore 😎
here's a tip. Dont go to hotels. Just go to motels like Sogo which is way cheaper! Another thing that drives the price up is when it's weekend. Prices of hotels tend to go up. I wish i was home now and could have invited you to my place, a small one, but free. LOL. Enjoy!
I’ve got a few birds in my ac unit that won’t stop squawking
@@MergimVlogsYT really wish im there....im From Anilao but presently here in Ireland. Would have invited you to at least stay a night or two in my humble abode and let you experience a good old fashioned Filipino hospitality. I watch your vids everyday because im freakingly homesick now and counting the days when i travel back home ( 23 days to go!) . Still, i mean it. If you get stuck in Anilao and need a place, not luxurious like a hotel but enough to pass the night...then don't hesitate to ask! Ingat! (Take Care).
Especially in the weekend in tagaytay or any place near Manila…. The rates often double on the weekend
@@MergimVlogsYT you should have explored more of Tagaytay rather than going to Batangas city. I mean Batangas have nice place if you go to the beach. From Tagaytay you should have taken a bus to Nasugbu then rent a tuktuk going to the beach. Try searching Pico De Loro. Canyon Cove. Stilts. Little Boracay etc. Going to Batangas city is more of like if you have a business meeting or a client meeting. You should have done some research in advance before taking a trip there
@@MergimVlogsYT you still here in Batangas? I am from Lipa Batangas,a jeep away from Batangas City would you like to stay here in our house while you are exploring Batangas?
Tric, bus and jeepney... wow kudos to you both. By the time you leave the Philippines you'll be expert travelers. People are always willing to help. 🙏 . A very tough travel day. Thank you for still keeping it real.
It is fine, we still want to watch your videos Mergim..encountering this negative experience is part of traveling..and we filipinos will always appreciate you..don't rush and look on the bright side in every part of the way...
No skipping ads for my favorite vloggers.. 😁
Hey Mergim. I hope your experience today doesn't get you discouraged and you continue to explore our country. Might not always be positive but I hope you have better days ahead. Cheers!
His subscriber numbers have quadrupled inside three weeks and his revenue therefore has gone up drastically via his channel. He's filming and downloading daily whatever the content. He's going nowhere outside the Philippines for the time being believe me. It's a goldmine with the interest shown by filipinos relative to foreign vloggers exploring their country.
Inspite of all your trip inconveniences, you’re still upbeat! Admireable…
its ok mergim. what we like to watch from you is your travels and adventure. so lighten up! we're still watching😊
You two are experiencing the real Philippine experience which I never saw with any other vlogger. This is really awesome! Now I know not to expect to find a decently priced hotel in Batangas.
Wow, Filipinos are so generous. Even though we don't have much to give, we can still give the best that we can. That free buko juice from the local is so amazing to watch. Maybe they thought that you were thirsty from travelling. It's very unusual for foreigners to travel using public transport. ❤️🇵🇭
You went from 6.7k viewers while living in Thailand for a few years, to 40k+ in 2 weeks of visiting Ph. Congrats!
3 weeks brother..
@@owesem1 I wasn't really counting. Has it been 3 weeks? Still not bad.
good job mergim I like what your doing taking a public transport to go around the Philippines most of us don't have a car so it's nice to know what route to take take care man and god bless you
BTW congrats on 40k subs road to 50k and eventually 100k. I forgot to mention from batangas city there is a port there which goes to Puerto galera or to boracay.
I enjoyed your honest opinion. Thats why I watch your vlogs.
Still a great day..charged it to experienced .. See you in your next video...
Thanks mergim for not losing your cool despite the hectic ride..dont hesitate to ask the locals and be safe. Im rooting for you and maya :)
Thank God, both of you are safe & sound. Take care, good luck & God Bless.
Hi, Mergim. Batangas City is really a bit expensive, especially its accommodations. Modes of transportation there are trikes and jeepneys. There’s not much to see there. However, the Batangas Port is there, a gateway to provinces like Mindoro, where Puerto Galera, famous for its dive spots, is. Also near Batangas City is the town of Taal (different from the volcano) where heritage houses are. It’s about 40 mins from Batangas City. In Taal, don’t forget to visit the massive church and eat tapa (cured beef) and lomi (thick soup). There may be some accommodations there, too. But mostly BnBs. Good luck to you and Maya!
I have always been wanted to suggest to you to ask the locals on how to travel from.. and to.., and ask how much. They will be very helpful. Glad to see that you showed that in this video 😁
Very heartwarming to see the kindness of the locals.....
Well I want to quote you this, „drama is always good for the vlog“ (that‘s Wil Daso,s line) well unfortunate events, and I feel you brother but faithfully we must carry on. And I did enjoy this vlog, what more the drama added another depth to it. Keep safe!
Its okay mergim，You need to have good rest first，dont worry you still have lots of time to enjoy philippines，batangas is not only the tourist spot there，theres a lot，your now starting to begin your journey and explore the beauty of the philippines，dont lose hope，💖 PUERTO GALERA BEACH，you can go there，💖👍🏻 💪🏻☀️
This the reason why I watch ur vlog men... Keep exploring... Thank you so much, we will support u all the way.... We are here in DOHA QATAR Filipino family...
You are a unique traveller.Those multiple transfer of transport is very tiring but you did it.
there is not much in Batangas City except a good port to travel to another island of Puerto Galera, nice beach but bit crowded.
@Mergim, thank you very much for this video. On my opinion, this video is really an informative video specially for other tourists that's planning of dropping by Batangas City. I hope that the Local Government officials are also subscribed to your channel for them to become aware as well that the City is not tourist friendly. In this way, they may find a way on how to better promote the City and how to improve the facilities for the city to be tourist friendly. This way, they can come up with solution on how to improve and promote tourism in the city. Thank you so much for this adventurous, exhausting, time-wasting and yet very informative video. Appreciate your vlog so much.
There are actually places to see in Batangas but I normally just travel pass it and go to Puerto Galera, an island in Mindoro (catch a ferry from Batangas Port).
Chin up and make the most of it. Unexpected journeys, no matter how it looks like - pointless or difficult, makes an interesting vlog and tells us a glimpse about you as a person. If there's anything you will learn from Filipinos, it is making the most of your current situation, deal with it and be satisfied with what you have done. That's how they are still happy & generous people even with the hardship.
There's plenty of incredible beaches in mainland Luzon but I guess there's a direct ferry from Batangas city so might as well go there
The problem in puerto galera is weak internet conection not friendly for vlogger
Honestly, i was surprised that you decided to go to Batangas City when Nasugbu and nearby Calatagan, even Lemery, are much better because of the beaches. Batangas, especially Anilao, is really known for snorkeling and diving. Not much to do in the city itself.
Yeah, that was really a waste of time but just think of it as a good vlog content and a once-in-a-lifetime (mis)adventure. Your trip was informative though.
If you are in a bind as to where to go or what to do in new places, just ask the locals for some reco then double-check the info online. Who knows you might stumble into hidden gems.
Take some time to relax. Head on to the beaches if you can so you can escape the chaos of the city.
Editing this to suggest that since you are in Batangas City, why not visit PUERTO GALERA. There are ferries going there from the port. That place was very famous before but now people just head on to Boracay, Cebu, and Palawan to swim. It would be nice to see you explore Puerto Galera and the island of Mindoro in general.
I second this. Why they skipped Nasugbu, they were already there with the beaches, just passed and went straight to the city. It could have been more relaxing journey.
@@joeDelicious it's because they didn't know, because they didn't do enough research when they decided to up and leave Tagaytay, not knowing enough about their chosen destination. ironic that they passed a number of much better stops if only they asked or were better informed somehow (research!). it's a good lesson for me if I ever decide to go around an unknown country. :-)
wow..I admire your courage to take public transportation and feature it on your channel... The joys of commuting.. take care and keep safe...nice sceneries
Just a little bump on the road Mergim. Shows what a simple Filipino experience everyday and yet we try to stay happy and keep our chin up.
Thank you for showing partly how it’s like for simple folks in their daily lives.
We appreciate your ever jolly and friendly demeanor even when things get a little rough!💪🏼👏🤗🥰🙏🏻
I admire Maya for also being so calm and cool throughout!🤩👍🏼😍
So much more places and things to discover!
Btw, I agree with your thumbnail “you should’ve stayed in Tagaytay”! Hehe!
Stay safe! Stay healthy! Stay happy!
Love from the Philippines!!❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇬🇧
I'll never get tired watching your vlogs
Hi Mergim, I'm sorry you had difficult travel to Batangas. I think it's time to consider Baguio , maybe Clark city in Pampanga. Mt Pinatubo is around that area. Good luck on your next adventure. I will look forward to your next video. 😊
Good thing you vlog your trip to Batangas because you made people aware how expensive over there for tourist. Sorry about your trouble, stay safe God bless.
Always plan your trip sir mergim, so that your travelling experience will not be as hectic as what you experienced. Do more research before exploring a certain place, doing unplanned trips is a recipe for disaster. I hope the both of you would still have a great time exploring batangas city:)
The sheer effort you put intro every single video is incredible! They are so entertaining to watch. I look forward to your vlogs every day and I have literally not gone a day in the past two weeks without watching one of your videos. I miss the Philippines and watching your vlogs makes me feel like I am experiencing it with you. Thank you!
And so that's life all about... just take it how it comes and hope for a better tomorrow. Takecare and see you on the next one 😊.
Your editing skills is excellent, i can tell you take pride with your hard work. Great to take us along your journey
It's always a good strat to ask the locals so that in the end you save a lot. The transit may have been burdensome at some point but during the duration you have met some of the most amazing people on earth. I just hope you find the value of money while you are in that city. Parts of the province is a well known diving haven so I can only hope that your activities today can loosen you up and make you not feel distressed why you ended there in the first place. Ingat po sa paggala.
Thank you for the daily uploads Mergim! Your videos are now part of my daily life, always excited to see your new uploads.
Also, this is the disadvantage when people just proudly recommend specific places making it sound like how great each place they recommend without mentioning the other challenges or downside of the area.
Well said
True haha
A lot of the places in the philippines, especially towns and cities, I don’t enjoy seeing. Once you’ve seen one you’ve seen them all. It’s only the people that make it enjoyable.
@@Xxxx-d4z Really? Why even go there in the first place with that kind of thinking? Are you a service driver or something that you were forced to go to these places?
@@Xxxx-d4z Shows how ignorant you are about the diversity of the cities/towns of your
country...
Sorry for a lot of difficulties that you've got! Don't get upset! Overflowing blessings are coming, shaken down together & running over.
Mergim in our journey not all of them are smooth and easy. There were always ups and down, even wherever place you go, there is no perfect life and even in places. There is always a positive and negative things happen, good or bad and that's part of our journey. Just focus to good thing not in bad things, but there is always a purpose happen in every life that we have. What happen to your journey it's gives ideas or information to other as well. Whatever things happen in this vlog we still love your vlog and there is a lesson to learn to other as well. May God bless your trip with your girlfriend and God's protection be upon you both always. Enjoy your journey.🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️
I feel your frustration & tiredness, just charge it to experience. Your are not alone, that really happens even to locals like us . Stay strong!
40k subs congrats! Tagaytay is my hometown, I grew up there. I left Tagaytay when I was 22. I think you took a long route to Batangas City. Never been in Batangas City but I can see how inconvenient it is to take several jeepneys to be there. When you go to any place, try checking airbng first, you'll see a lot of cheaper and better place to stay.
Thank you! Tagaytay is stunning
Yes i suggested it also to use airbnb in finding accomodation. Renting a private car in the city is also worthy.
The very reason why I like you as a vlogger is that the realness and authenticity of the content.. i only travelled to Tagaytay from the metro but not directly to Batangas.. this gave me a perspective on what to-do the next time I have the same route to travel.. keep it up! And never be discouraged with just this one instance
I also feel exhausted when I watched your journey from tagaytay to batangas. I went to tagaytay but I didn't go batangas because that is too far from my house which is in bulacan but now I know that the hotel is expensive there. I like that you prefer to say things that might others find harsh but that's the reality and I like that you are honest about what you've experienced. I hope you find something extraordinary things or places about Batangas that can lessen your disappointment. keep safe always!
I live in Batangas City so I don't actually know what the other hotels' prices are but Days, Luks Loft, and Ponte Fino are the pricier hotels. I think Luks Loft is the one with the P30,000 a night penthouse.
But there are definitely cheaper hotels.
Let's give this guy a favor by not skipping any ads. Cheers!
What a journey, you guys! I’ve been living here all my life but sadly public transportation is not the best and would avoid commuting if I’m traveling from province to province. Unfortunately, this is the reality for most Filipinos and you get to experience it firsthand.
I did enjoy your interaction w/ the locals, very respectful and friendly despite the setbacks (jeepney clutch not functioning at one point).
Just watched your vlog here. Wow, what you went through WAS HARD even for a local there. Was born and raised in the Philippines then moved to the U.S. then travelled back. I never experienced what you just did. Looks exhausting. Since you're not driving around, I think it would serve you well if you have a local resident (or a friend or relative who lives in the Philippines) accompany you in your trips. But I admire what you did man, props to you (and your wife). Shows how much passion you have for what you are doing as a professional traveller, vlogger. 👍👍
you know mergim im so much addicted to your vlog everyday im waiting a new upload for you video im excited to see a long travel with your girlfriend and yes good to you to start here in mega Luzon after you going visaya, and Mindanao good to start safety and take care always
It's your job mate to show us the challenges. It's part of why I watch.
Good Saturday morning , Friday afternoon here in 🇺🇸❣️ 🥰😘 Safe travels Mergim & Maya to Batangas❣️🙏
Hope you’re having a much better start to your Saturday morning than I am. I’ve got a few birds and baby chicks in my ac unit that won’t be quiet 😞
You really experienced the true Filipino spirit of doing extra mile to help you go to your destination, it keeps me glued to the end of your videos, you experienced how ordinary life in some places yet you encountered some genuine people along the way, no pretensions to help, amidst your bumpy rides . Keep safe
7:42 Love seeing people being kind….really nice of them to buy you that drink, inspired me to make more of an effort for random acts of kindness to my fellow human beings.
Ironically this is the type of vlog that makes you apart from others Mergim 👍 you show the ups and downs of travelling and not hesitant to tell your honest opinions. We appreciate it 👍 Batangas has a lot to offer, been there with their beaches, hope you find the gems of Batangas as you continue to go around. Stay safe, rest and enjoy!
Very authentic and the charm of having to commute as a local is very interesting to watch. If you're going to the Mindoro provinces from Batangas City port they are separated by two (Occidental & Oriental)
Oriental Mindoro has Puerto Galera - dubbed as a white beach and party town, like the Boracay from the past. The main nautical highway going to Boracay goes through this province aswell. You can hop off another ferry from Roxas town heading to Caticlan port (the main jump off point heading to Boracay)
Occidental Mindoro - is the least visited, off the beaten track of the Mindoros but it has unique tourist spots not many others come to. It governs Apo Reef - the second largest coral reef system in the world. Second only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, it is ideal for snorkeling and camping at the island within the protected area. Apo Reef is located at Sablayan town in Occidental Mindoro.
@@johnnygwapo.Lapu-Lapu well the Apo Reef itself is a protected area so I don't think you can fish there. However you can fish on the other towns nearby so you might get great catches there. 😁
Just enjoy the ph 🇵🇭 and have fun just explore your travel VLOGGINGS….. extra take care of yourself
It must be very hard and tiring. I am a filipino but I know I cant do what you guys just did. Sending love for the both of youuu
Great Vlog with a good dose of realism n adventure ..
Take care n keep it coming ... 😃👍🤳
For me, Baguio is the best city to go to. Especially during December - February where it is cold :D
traffic is waving
Mergim somehow thought there will be landslide because it is rainy season because someone said so.. laughable really but I am sure one day he will go.
It is only nearing the end of May.. hello June!
No skipping ads.. 50k let's go!!! 💖💖💖
Would luv to see your opinion of the new Boracay. Plenty of good content there to talk about plus a chance to relax and rejuvenate. 👌😎
Buko juice! Filipino hospitality 😊
🤣 you’re bouncing like a lunatic again 🤣 you crack me up Mergim! Well at least you got the window seat. Enjoy your travels 🙏🇵🇭
I’m kind of used to it now 😂
Interesting and very realistic approach of local travelling..this makes your vlog more fun and informational
Hi to both of you, l can't believe you done all that swapping transportation from a trike to bus and jeepney your unbelievable anyway thank you for taking us to your journey as always take care and always be safe 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
Yeah we can’t believe it either, it was pretty tough and a very rocky ride, it we got there in the end :)
@@MergimVlogsYT Baguio has way cheaper hotels, Airbnb and transient homes here go as low as 400 per person which includes breakfast. If you want help, please contact me.
Wow nice , I miss my hometown batangas City.. enjoy there and relax
This trip will be a memory to remember and look back on with nostalgia one day. It's easy to just get a plane or a one-way ride, but that's something you will just forget about. One of the worst trips of my life was going from Cebu to Samar ferry via Cokaliong. It was absolutely awful because the private rooms and aircon rooms were booked. I had to sit in a bunkbed with roosters all around me. I look back at it now as a very fond memory I will never forget. An incredible experience for me. Speaking of that, you should definitely take a ferry and experience how people live their lives here. Without the aircon room! 😉
Try to visit Fantasy World the abandoned disney castle in Batangas.
Whoever suggested Batangas City is nuts! lol but there's a port in there that let's you travel to other destinations.
Pwede na sya pumunta ng Oriental Mindoro, Puerto Gallera at mag swimming sya dun para mawala init ng ulo nya 🤣
Pero natatawa talaga ako sa vlog ngayong umaga.
Kasi sa Thailand maganda ang buhay dun pero wala sya masyado subscribers and viewers, at dito nga sya pumunta sa Philippines kasi alam nya na sumusuporta talaga tayo sa mga tulad nya na foreign vloggers at sulit naman kasi umabot na ng 40k subscribers nya. Pasensya na sa pagtatagalog ko nakaka intindi ako ng English pero hindi ako sanay gumamit ng salitang English 🙂
Well, Batangas has alot to offer but he just passed it. He was already in Nasugbu and Taal near Lemery but chose to go straight to the city where nothing unusual to see. He even passed the road going to Mabini where the diving spots are.
@@joeDelicious the whole south is pretty much mediocre not gonna lie
@@orientalmindoro4303 wala na nasa south luzon na sya. Mahirap nang bumiyahe paakyat ng norte kaya best nalang ay mag ferry nalang sya sa mindoro tapos jump nalang syang visayas. Wala na eh haha
@@grayscale888 Hahahaha Sayang, Baka na trauma na yan at hindi na gugustuhin bumalik ng Batangas 😅
Welcome to the Philippines! New subscriber here.. 🇵🇭
Hoping for more new extra ordinaire vlogs.. 😊 Enjoy your adventures,take care always and best of luck! God bless 🙏
The route you took is shortest if from Tagaytay, just right. The good places in Batangas are Anilao for diving, San Juan or Nasugbu for beach, Lipa for nature resorts, Taal for historical houses and churches. Batangas City is I don't know what
They could have stayed first in Nasugbu beach or Lemery for a day so not to strain themselves traveling too far. Then get off from there to other Batangas destinations. Batangas has a lot to offer they just don’t know where to go.
Nice content.keepsafe & stay connected..watching from phils...
That's a rough journey you had there I suggest you stay on the major tourist spots in the Philippines cuz the mode of transportation here is bit confusing like you have to take a jeepney on a specific spot then go down a specific spot then ride another jeepney and so on.
I suggest staying on areas where it's easy to get a taxi/tricycle/bus
Nice vlog ! You have to explore Cebu & visayas region too.
Looking forward to your next videos.
Goodmorning Mergim Vlogs! Great vlog to start my day, I'll watch it while having breakfast 🍳💙
A lot of traveling in this video
Anywhere you travel in this world, there are those who take advantage of tourists. I would suggest that before going to places that you are not familiar with, read travel tips and blogs so that you are well informed of the places and things to avoid. In the eyes of some opportunist folks where tourists go to, they think foreigners are millionaires. So trying to squeeze few more money out of you is to be expected. I experienced this with my friends when we visited Dominican Republic. Plan your next trip to save some money. Stay safe.
I’m already exhausted just watching how many transport you’re in and hopping hotels from one to another😮💨😮💨 This is what I want the travel vloggers should include. The reality of travelling and going on trips aren’t always smooth. Batangas is no doubt a beautiful place but definitely stressful for those who doesn’t know the area and where to go.
bro just use airbnb, you'll save tons of money. You can get a condo unit at $20-30 a night even in tagaytay. With that $80 a night you could've already gotten a nice unit at Pico De Loro, a very nice vacation spot in Nasugbu batangas. Batangas is only known for its beaches and diving. People just go there for quick weekend getaways.
RESPECT TO YOU MERGIM AND GF. 😊🤘🇵🇭
Great adventure, try also to visit Puerto Gallera from Batangas... I'm sure you love it there. Enjoy!
Locals will really help you if they think you need help with directions. It’s called Bayanihan.
Hi mergim salute to your hard work..and there's a lot of filipino willing to help you. Enjoy staying here in our country. We like you very much..
If I have to be honest, Mergim gives a vibe of someone who attracts misfortune or at least hardships. Maybe that is just the vibe that he gives because he doesn't smile much. I know that he is a good and sincere guy. But he attracts hardships. Maybe because he focuses on them (hardships) and gives them energy. Fortunately (or unfortunately), these hardships are what make the vlogs more interesting.
Yah compared to seungha filipino boo who is more of chill and positive vibe like attitude whenever he is in a tightspot miracle help always come to him as he attracts them
Im actually surprised that a few Filipino watches the Filipino Boo while he give the most authentic and raw vlogs.. Not planning his travels and 100% used all the public transportation yet he was rewarded with amazing finds and friendly people.
@@mboxphil9906 Filipino Boo is unique.. He deserves more subscribers.. He's the read deal, showing public transportation raw and unedited yet making the most out of his journey...
@@eliolovesgaymovies1117 yup sometimes when vloggers just focus on making content for subs and views and use it as a tool as their main income, they seems lost the aunthecity of what travelling is all about, also the tendency to get irritated or angry fast whenver there are mishaps becomes more evident, and even they say ph is a vlogging haven due to big views they are not stupid viewers either once they feel your just making content just for views you will also feel that views will slope downwards
@@eliolovesgaymovies1117 I 've seen Filipino Boo's videos but nah, I don't like it. If you want to venture on blogging you need to invest on good cameras and equipments so you can give your viewers high HD quality's content. You're already earning money through your views why the stingy of buying good camera?
I liked the video. It’s very informative in that now I know how to get the Batangas via public transport.
I’d like to suggest that maybe you can tell us at the end of the video 2-3 destinations you’re thinking of going and get your viewers to comment on which of the 2-3 you should go and why.
This way, you can get a better feel for which one might be the better place to go according to the locals.
Anyway, good luck and keep Vlogging.