FIRST DATE: Young Filipina Dates Old Foreigner in Cebu City, the Philippines.

📍 A True Story About Dating in the Philippines: Online Love or Just a Load of Lies?

In this revealing travel diary and dating storytime, I take you back to my very first experience in the Philippines after arriving from Bangkok in early 2020. From swiping endlessly on Filipino dating apps to finally meeting a stunning girl named Sasha in Cebu—this video captures the reality of online dating in Southeast Asia like you've never seen before.

As a UK traveler exploring life in the Philippines, I quickly discovered that finding love abroad isn’t always what it seems. From charming video calls and picture-perfect profiles to vanishing texts, financial requests, and questionable intentions, this story unpacks the awkward, amusing, and at times disheartening truths about meeting Filipinas online.

💬 What starts as curiosity about Filipino culture and dating customs slowly turns into a cautionary tale. You’ll follow along as I navigate ghosting, language barriers, and emotional disconnect—set against the beautiful backdrop of Cebu, Mactan Island, and the picturesque 10,000 Roses Cafe.

🕒 Chapters / Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & Online Dating Warnings
2:00 – Life in Bangkok & Search for Love
8:00 – Meeting Sasha in Cebu
14:00 – The First Date
22:00 – Sunset at 10,000 Roses
27:00 – Aftermath & Real Intentions
30:00 – The Postscript (3 Years Later)

Whether you're curious about dating in the Philippines, planning to travel solo, or just enjoy personal storytelling with humor and honesty, this one's for you.

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