Your vlogging is improved! Interaction with the viewers is also important to build the connection and loyalty of the subscribers. They might also share your video or influence their friends to subscribe. Keep it up Tim! You are doing great! 😊😊😊❤❤❤

It’s my first time to watch a vlog from someone now living in BGC, Taguig. Glad to be here. Officially watching your vlogs, Tim. See you soon.

So far the safest place township to live at within Metro Manila is the BGC. Nice choice though it's a bit expensive, especially among locals. You and your girlfriend can really survive since you're both young professionals. Especially her studying graphic design, which is one of the most sought-after skills employable in the country. The place is a flood-free township since it is ground-elevated and the soil type is so hard called Adobe, not Adobo. Adobe is a soiled rock in nature and it's really really hard ground composition. Commonly found in the highest areas of Taguig and Makati as well.

This is what you call legit vlog. Lovin all your videos

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Aww thank you so much, I’m glad you enjoyed it ❤️ I work really hard on making it somewhat fast paced and interesting, not just an uncut video 😌

Keep up the good work mate. Very legit and Informative videos.

Following you guys' journey!! We've always wanted to move and to the Phils permanently!!

Another great vlog. Definitely appreciate the amount of work going into these videos and the regularity of your uploads is good too. A nice insight into your life there. It's getting ever more tempting to move to the Philippines myself in a few years! I think your rent/costs are good value for what you get. I'm in the UK, so what you've got there is phenomenal value comparatively. If you know, you know... I like BGC a lot, even though it's modern. If I'm not mistaken, Little Venice/Venice Grand Canal are there...

@TimTTravels

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your support!! Trying my very best to stay consistent even though it is super tough 🤣

Nice vlog... Simple and straight to the point yet very informative. Great-looking couple. Continued blessings.

BGC is not a fake Manila. BGC is in Taguig, which is a city in Metro Manila. Compared to BGC, Manila looks older because it has been a long period of time in existence while BGC is a very new city and just exist for a few years and of course more modern and clean. Just imagine a building that has not been renovated for more than 50 yrs. Wouldn’t it be looking old and dirty because it has been exposed to Manila weather and all sorts of people living there. It’s not right to say that BGC is a fake. Be nice and just appreciate of a modern city. Living here in California, just made me realized that not all you see in the movie is really as nice as the reality in Los Angeles district. There are also nice places, but not as nice as BGC. The malls here are nothing compared to the malls in Manila, like MOA or SM city or AYALA malls all over Metro Manila. It’s very ordinary here going to malls here in LA. I just appreciate the beauty of some places there in Manila as I have seen in various KZread channels from foreigner bloggers who actually love the Philippines, just because they had no places like they’ve seen in the Philippines. Actually in other countries they also have great places but I think foreigners appreciate BGC because it’s such a nice city and more affordable to be there in so many ways.

@josephpacheco2262

8 ай бұрын

He may be confused with Manila City (being part of Metro Manila) and Metro Manila (as NCR) where BGC Taguig and Manila is part of.

@dollyl5596

7 ай бұрын

He should have researched more where he is traveling and staying…these type are potential victims for scammers in our turf

@redfullmoon

7 ай бұрын

BGC is "pedicured" Manila because it's actually an upscale private real estate development coowned by the government and Ayala corporation. So it's not an organic type of development at all, it really is "branded" private real estate development, it's like living in an upscale HOA but on a bigger scale.

@mpoiya

5 ай бұрын

To simply described it, Manila is old city and real life exist, BGC is like Dubai, all artificial and all new no soul for me but just new buildings.

@bornfree1888

5 ай бұрын

BGC is not a city

I love you Tim! Your content is so relaxing.

Welcome to the Philippines Tim. I've been loving in the metro for almost 2 years now. Good luck 🤞

That’s pretty cheap compare to living here in the USA which is $1500 or more for 1 bedroom not including utility bills and groceries. That’s the reason why some Americans choose to retired in the Philippines because the value of the dollar’s equivalent to Philippines money is so much more.

@AM-reacts

9 ай бұрын

Imagine living in New York...a closet size could run $3,000/mo😅. For the nearby amenities, comfort, their rental unit is still ok.😊

@miaya3898

8 ай бұрын

other asian countries would actually be cheaper like thailand or malaysia. the ofw remittances actually drive everything up.

@miaya3898

8 ай бұрын

​@@AM-reactsI have a brother neighboring tie Bay Area. up to $1500 for a closet sized apartment in a very small city. pre pandemic. i'd imagine it's even more expensive in san fran and surrounding areas

@WS-gy7qu

8 ай бұрын

I pay $4500 a month for 2 bedrooms and 2 baths here in California

@kbb1220

8 ай бұрын

There are lots of Americans indeed in the Philippines. especially in Clark, Pampanga.

Take care! Grow more. thanks for enjoying life here in the Philippines.

Thank you for this informative video. I'm now doing my calculations if my husband decide to stay either in BGC or Makati. Take care. Love your videos ❤

Enjoy your stay. Welcome to the Philippines. Keep it up!

TYSM Tim for making this video - very informative! I have been looking for long-term rental condos and hoping to get one soon! The numbers you mentioned here are not too bad at all! My apartment in the US costs me $1800 monthly! I can save more for 6 months when I stay in Manila :)

@restymcdonald8339

8 ай бұрын

Watch MERGIM VLOGS too…. He got a lot of BGC condo videos

@TimTTravels

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful for you! 😊 If I find out anything else I will let you know. Some people were saying that Facebook marketplace is also a good place to find apartments, so it might be worth it to check there. 😌

@hillbillyintheasia6122

8 ай бұрын

my house in Kentucky 15 k peso a month 3 bedroom and 2 baths a garage . rent 350, lights 150 usd water well water free in rent trash free pickup like on a acre 10 min the biggest lake in Kentucky. have 22 foot boat cost 2k truck and a car. paid off . alot live in manila and bgc cost 2k rent and stuff basic. cost me same in kentucky 900 usd

@ajsaces5211

6 ай бұрын

​@hillbillyintheasia6122 but you live in the USA. No thanks

@bornfree1888

2 ай бұрын

@@ajsaces5211 I might also prefer BGC but only if it's 10x cheaper😑

I like your contents. Different from others. Keep it up. 😊

Hi Tim! Dude- Now THIS IS A VLOG. You have stories and provide value. Many so called vloggers just waste time and show off their food. Keep it up! Can’t wait to move to the Philippines.

@AM-reacts

9 ай бұрын

Geez...it's not a waste of time. To each their own. Some actually do enjoy those contents.

@ruben.v.garcia

9 ай бұрын

@@AM-reacts My comment was for Tim. Get over it.

Very pleasant to listen to... So 35k, not bad. That is good price.

You will surely learn how to manage living in a condo in BGC. This is a good content. Looking forward to seeing more of your vlogs here in the Philippines. We're always here to support you. 😉👍🇵🇭

You are learning where to bargain cheaper foods,drinks like Filipinos.My cousins,nephews have their Condos in BGC too like Avida.We are along Roxas Blvd too.BGC was a former part of Makati City,but now part of Taguig City.70's/80's,I worked in Europe including Germany.Had nice memories including UK.Enjoy your stay here in the Phillipines!God bless!

Oooh. I live just across the building. I’m also renting a one-bedroom apartment (approximately 38 sqm), and it costs 26k a month (fully furnished) on the first year. I currently pay 28k a month and am now on my 2nd year contract. My work is just a 10-minute walk, and it is very convenient for me as I don’t have to go through commuting. Everything is accessible - malls, restaurants, coffee shops, hospital, grocery stores, parks, cinema, banks, bus stops, convenience stores, bars, clubs, etc.

bro i feel like if you keep vlogging, you're going to become a big youtuber here in philippines

BGC is safe, clean, and great for foreigners without roots here or families they could call any time. It's very convenient to live there. I lived in the metro for about 28 years and moved out to greater metro manila area (calabarzon) after a while. no regrets. I honestly won't live in metro manila again. Life is way better outside of it.

@notwillyn

5 ай бұрын

Hi pat, can you recommend a Condo name but cheap at BGC?

@doppelgangster

3 ай бұрын

​@@notwillyn what budget and square footage are you looking at? Are you looking to rent?

Luv BGC, my fave hangout. Thank you for touring the Philippines.

Thank you for the great information!

Ohhh i really love seeing you both together and make the worth of it❤

Thank you for sharing your crib. 🏡 BGC is a safe and beautiful place. The rent in Montreal, 🇨🇦 is skyrocketing too. 3 1/2 $ 1500 CAD 4 1/2 $ 2500 If you buy a unit it’s about $500K for a prime location. It’s going to cost more soon. Utilities not included. Houses in great neighborhood and prime location is 2 M and up. Some old houses sells for $ 500K or lesser if you’re not in the main city. Looking forward to staying in the Philippines soon.

@TimTTravels

8 ай бұрын

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it useful 😊 I think rent everywhere is skyrocketing... 😅

Great informative video!

It's so interesting to watch your vlog. Happy to hear you like to live in the Philippines. Are you studying in PI?

BGC is the newest upscale community-township in Metro Manila. Your rental for a one-bedroom condo unit is reasonable, for that expensive, but comfortably secure area. Your numbers are likewise realistic. Nice vlog.😃

Love your vlog as always. BGC is the newest upscale community-township in Metro Manila. That is a good place but you can also find much cheaper and secure condominium in Manila.

Have fun living here in the Philippines!!❤️

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much ❤️❤️

Just found ur channel, nice inside view. Gonna move also from german to the phl in march.

More on different sceneries asides from Islands, beaches, natures, different exotic food etc., adorable cutest with has skills dogs would be live and to watch those viewers indeed

❤❤ new subscriber bro... love to watch in every vlog from you, hope update weekly or every few days if possibly😅... happy to saw you couple staying in my home country😊 ..always keep safe and goodluck for staying in there😊😊😊🥰🥰🥰

No skipping 6 ads 👍😁

Welcome to the philippines enjoy your living here in manila😊

I just found your channel. Great video.

BGC is the BEST! Philippine is amazing!

Maligayang pagdating sa pilipinas.. God bless you

Yes, BGC is not a real Manila. It’s a better version of Manila.❤ I always love watching your videos, Tim.

@Nonodesalvacion

9 ай бұрын

BGC is a bubble and not a better version of Manila. It is a place to escape the reality of life in the Philippines!

@miaya3898

8 ай бұрын

who in their right minds would want to see the real manila? 😂

@Nonodesalvacion

8 ай бұрын

@@miaya3898 If you are a foreigner, and you are in my country, you have no business being here. If you are a Filipino, shame on you!

@faithdino4428

8 ай бұрын

@@Nonodesalvacion pinoy ka . Mag comment nang negative . Instead tulungan Ang pinas maangat pinalubug mo. Sa comment mo. NPA lumayas ka..

@NoxVex

7 ай бұрын

⁠@@Nonodesalvacionnakakatakot na may 8 likers ka pa. Cge go isugarcoat mo pa katayuan natin. The fact na nasa ibabang banda pa tau ng listahan ng 3rd world countries is already proof na walang kwenta to bansa natin. The fact na sobraaaaaang dami ng OFW para lng makahanap ng magandang trabaho para buhayin pamilya nila. Cge ba sabihan mo mga OfW na dito na lng sila magtrabaho kasi mas maganda at mas mataas sahod dito. 😂😂😂

Welcome to the Philippines 😊 New subscriber here just stumble with your Dads Video. What’s your nationality by the way? I remember those accent with my relative who is half German and now they re living in Wilhelm. Reg. For ur stay in BGC, it’s still quite reasonable price if you’re considering the living convenience in a city. Also you both have your own privacy living in a condo and the assurance of sleeping peacefully comparing to those less expensive. i am working in BGC but just planning to rent a bedroom stay since need to do the calculation for the expense and since I’m a fan of meeting and living with other people to avoid anxiety and depression living alone. For the food grocery, you may try to budget for a week and buy in Market market so you could have a lot of options. As for your favorite coffee, nothing beats the coffee you made with effort. just explore using local flavor coffee or buying coffee essentials on your favorite brand (you may visit Tagaytay to try Coffee beans for exploring new coffee experience). You should try to visit also south part in Manila like Batangas, Cavite and Tagaytay for more adventures and Eliz should try the adventure fun. I’ll be more welcome to accompany both of u here. Hoping to bump with you both love birds soon in BGC 😊❤

I thought it was a little fast, a bit jumpy. Your personality is vibrant. Content is assumable just need to calm it down a bit. Overall enjoyable

The living expense in Los Angeles, Ca is roughly $5000 in a similar environment like the modern city of BGC. Unimaginable 4x the expense comparison LA vs BGC, whoa, one would live like a king in BGC even for $1500 /month all inclusive?

@wappytan3344

9 ай бұрын

$1500 would make you live like a king, And BGC is pretty safe due to private armed security guards everywhere

@mightyobserver12

9 ай бұрын

Lol Different cost of living

@tinanugget5419

8 ай бұрын

Mabuhay and Welcome to the Philippines wooohoooo. New Subscriber here. Waiting for more vlogs 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭😍😍😍

@miaya3898

8 ай бұрын

yes. get in while it's still cheap. foreigners are not allowed to own land but you can buy condo units

@millennialinmanila5621

6 ай бұрын

If you live in BGC and keep that western lifestyle, 1.5k dollars is not enough. BGC is made for the upper crust society. The better option for that budget would be Ortigas or Vertis North in QC.

I don't think BGC is "fake" Manila. Do you know how in Hunger Games there are different districts and each district's financial status and lifestyle differs from the other? It's like that. BGC is one of the wealthy or privileged "districts" of Manila. But if the context is the technicality of municipalities, that's another story.

oh what thats an amazing app!!!

BGC is actually part of Taguig which is still part of Metro Manila, lol! Metropolitan Manila, formally known as the National Capital Region (NCR) and commonly called Metro Manila is the capital region and largest metropolitan area of the Philippines. Metro Manila is composed of 16 highly urbanized cities including the capital city of Manila and Taguig City where BGC is located.

@chiqsilog8336

9 ай бұрын

Ops, lovely description

@Fairy037

9 ай бұрын

Yes, but that doesn’t explain anything about BGC being called Fake Manila. I would guess that BGC is being called Fake Manila because it’s more developed than the actual capital city, Manila City. Mostly, people expect the capital to be the most developed. So BGC appears like it is the capital city when it’s really not.

@reinebautistamercado4286

9 ай бұрын

​@@Fairy037It's in the capital. Manila is the old capital. The entire Metro Manila is now the capital of the Philippines.

@rm_alfaro

9 ай бұрын

@@Fairy037 I didn't say that BGC was "Fake Manila" because technically speaking, BGC is still part of Metro Manila or the NCR! Usually, people just use the term "Manila" colloquially to refer to Metro Manila to shorten it, lol! I think people who call BGC "Fake Manila" are just jealous of BGC and the Philippines in general, so they're trying to give a negative spin about it to undermine the developments they see in BGC or to make a point that not all of Manila look like BGC which is also valid. I personally haven't encountered or heard anyone say that BGC is "Fake Manila", lol!

@dispacitomexicano1606

9 ай бұрын

Who cares

Tim, I love how open and honest you are; and I know how lovely and respectful your followers are; but please be careful and sensible. Your address should not be this easy to find 😳 You never know, so you better keep information like that private. 🤔 Unless you plan to move soon, otherwise, yeah, better rethink that. This comes from a friendly concern, and from someone with knowledge of legal scenarios of many sorts. Stay safe, happy and healthy! ❤️

@Fairy037

9 ай бұрын

I agree. He should edit that part out and replace it with something generic. He doesn’t have to mention the exact tower/condo name. Knowing he is in BGC is enough info if people are just researching. More specific info is gonna be useful for dangerous types of people, like stalkers. @TimTro

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊🙏🏼 and yeah maybe you’re right… the buildings have security, but I know what you mean, I will be more careful from now on 😬

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

I will do that next time 🙏🏼

@adrianjimenez5827

9 ай бұрын

@@TimTTravels My advice would be taking the video down and upload an edited version without your exact neighbourhood. Since anyone can read this, I won't tell all the vulnerable information someone ill-intentioned might get; but I will remind you this is your safety and Eliz's safety as well. 🙏 You must look after eachother 🙏 I'm sure your followers will understand and will like and comment again. Better to be safe. ❤️

big fan brother ❤

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼❤️

Very informative.

welcome tio BGC! And we're neighbors! I live in One Uptown though,sooo near! Enjoy living here.

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Hahaha Eyy 😁

That AC unit in BR gonna be costly right? Videos say stay away from the square units. Usually older n noisier too.

enjoyed to visits in different tourist spot her in the Philippines.

I love pick-up coffee also taste more “clean” and not too sugary/artificial with their drinks.

Sooo good to you here again, Tim! Just keep pushing and will always wait for your videos ❤ Enjoy your new adventures and best of luck!!! PS. Congrats on your graduation!! Are you bulking? Cause you look bigger (in a good way though!). And that haircut huh. :D

When people say "Manila", they usually refer to Metro Manila which is a cluster of metropolitan cities. There's a city called Manila City which is a city in Metro Manila. BGC is part of Taguig City, which is also a city in Metro Manila.

@Gregory-Masovutch

3 ай бұрын

BGC is an overrated tourist trap. If you want extreme heat near 50 Celsius than stay in Taguig near SM Auora. Better to stay in Tagaytay with views of Lake Taal and alot cooler weather. Okada and Resort World have similar things as BGC. Most of these units are investor owned and sit vacant. Stupid is as stupid does when it comes to vloggers.

BGC is part of what Manila is. There might be not so good areas, but that good looking area is also part of Metropolitan Manila

BGC is a lot cheaper to live at compared to major cities around the world. A new modern and clean place to stay. You can walk in all the streets and security are all visible in the area.

BGC is part of Metro Manila. It is "aspirational" Manila, no it is reality already since it was made possible if our leaders do things right. Now, there are many township developments in other parts of Metro Manila and in several major cities of the Philippines. Eventually, we will get there. There are many things being built like the new international airport, the subway (which will have stops in BGC), the rail system from Clark to Laguna. Also, Clark is another development that is envisioned to be like BGC, but 10 times bigger. There is much to look forward to in the next 5 to 7 years.

@LegitimateW

5 ай бұрын

WE DONT NEED THAT TRIVIA THINGY

@edu_947

2 ай бұрын

BGC is developed like that, because most of those buildings are owned by foreign investors,

Nice❤

Nice Tim..👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

YAYYYYYY I LOVE THE APARTMENT. CAN I GO AND VISIT?😅

Nice enjoy your vacation Sir here in the Philippines nice place in Metro Manila bgc❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

Wow that’s a great apartment. I want to move to the Philippines.

Here a good polite and RESPECTFUL way to talk to locals especially those older, and higher rank than you (also to strangers as you don't know if they're older or higher rank than you): Add 'po' to your sentences Ex: "Hello, po" "Thank you, po" "Sorry, po" "Excuse me, po" "Later, po" "Yes, po" etc

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Great video! And very informative. Thank you for sharing your move to BGC. May i ask what type of visa are you on that allows you to stay in Phillipines long term? I'm looking at possibility of moving to BGC next year 😊

@TimTTravels

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Let me know if you have any other questions with your move 😊 Currently you can extend your tourist visa whilst in the country 😌

Привет с Сахалина ! Как точно сказано,что переезд даже в другой город сопряжен с тратами выше,чем дома. Поскольку привыкаешь к ценам,где и что находится и на чем можно и нужно экономить. Спасибо за видео

I love BGC. Philippines is the place to be.

More videos tim 😊

❤❤

3:05 Good that you said that, because that app in real life would make no sense, but as a study project its okay.

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Yeah it was like a randomised prompt she had to work with 😌

Nice apartment ❤

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That's pretty reasonable. I am planning to retire in the Philippines.

Thanks for info

❤❤❤❤

Amazing

Is it cheaper to study Grahpic Design in the Philippines compare to Germany?

Nope, not weird! It’s cool to introduce yourself that way. 0:06

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Ok!! 😂😂

BGC is located at Taguig City within Metro Manila, watched this from Naga City Camarines Sur Bicol Philippines ❤

Nice place❤

on my own point of view... foreigners should secure their monetary stability in their respected country (like having a career for example a remote job) never trust too much and most of all be ready at all times

you got a good deal with the apartment price

❤️👍

😊

New subscriber. Thanks man. Any app or website where I can I look for apartments for rent in PH?

The next big question is: HOW MUCH IS THE AVERAGE MONTHLY INCOME OF A MODEL?

BGC is part of Metro Manila. I haven’t heard of it being called “Fake” but then again I haven’t been living in the Philippines for more than 8 years now.

nice 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Thank youuu!

I love PickUp coffee. Yes, PhP 50,000 should be an okay budget for one person. I don’t live in BGC since I’m a local who grew up and lived elsewhere in the capital but it’s a nice place to go to from time to time (prefer to hang around Ortigas Center/Greenhills). BGC as “fake Manila”? I can interpret it this way: that it’s not representative of the capital. I don’t agree that it’s “fake”. It’s just a very modern township that used to be a military area.

Hi Tim, it's nice that you can read and reply to personal comments here. You're doing good! It's inspirational to young people especially to those who are "addicted" to video games and gadgets and to those who waste their time without accomplishing anything. I shared your channel to my four grandkids who are all teenagers (15-16 years of age) here and in the USA and who have all access to electronic gadgets but not heeding my advice. It's hard to do therapy with your own family. It doesn't work. I hope your videos can motivate them to create something too because they're all artistically inclined and talented. Kudos!

@TimTTravels

8 ай бұрын

Aww I appreciate your nice comment 😊 It means a lot to hear that I could be an inspiration or motivation for people younger than me. Don’t be too harsh on them as well though, at 15/16 I was also into video games. As long as there’s still a balance, that’s fine ☺️ But hopefully my channel helps inspire them to be balanced and grow in the right direction 🙏🏼

I’m planning to visit there for a month either near MOA or BGC. Is there a rental website or app for rental to shop around? Tia

@TimTTravels

5 ай бұрын

I would probably recommend BGC, but you can check on either AirBnb, Booking.com and even Facebook Marketplace (probably the best option for longer stays). 😌

Transportation expense is the budget buster. I think the real cost to live in Manila, we live within site of Mall of Asia, is closer to $3000.00 USD which is roughly 150,000P for month. There has been times that we spend over 200,000P or more if we travel in country. Those that say they can live in the Philippines on $1200.00 USD per month are eating and sleeping on the street.

@TimTTravels

8 ай бұрын

I agree! Transport can definitely be a huge expense 😌 That’s actually one of the reasons I decided to live in bgc, since I knew that’s where I wanted to spend most of my time! I promise that P50,000 (per person) a month is possible with my lifestyle, maybe I can make a more detailed breakdown video in the future 🙏🏼 In how many people are you? ☺️

@etylenebrown9125

8 ай бұрын

Just my Philippines wife and I. Her family, which numbers 15 members in total live in poverty so we support them as much as we can. I am fortunate that I have savings and a sizeable retirement so we spend it.@@TimTTravels

@redfullmoon

7 ай бұрын

Ugh. Americans who think that living any other way besides Murican means "living on the street"

it would be far EASIER faster and cheaper to have some ground coffee in the fridge and brew your own. what do you use your coffee machine for anyway?

@TimTTravels

9 ай бұрын

Hahahaha yeah for sure 😂😂 at the time the coffee machine was new so we still hadn’t found a coffee blend and milk combo we liked yet, now we are just making the coffee at home 😌

Vey nice

I hope we meet in Germany someday!

Its more fun living in PH😊

You can try 7-ELEVEN brewed coffee called CITICAFE