Where Should I Live in the Philippines? (Makati vs Cebu Dilemma) - 3 High-Rise Options (Pros & Cons)

Where should I live in the Philippines? In this episode of Rookie Senior, I’m putting three different high-rise properties side-by-side to figure out my next move: Trump Tower in Makati, The Alcoves at Ayala Center Cebu, and a Penthouse at Citylights Gardens in Lehug. Living in the Philippines as an expat comes down to everyday trade-offs. I break down the honest pros, cons, and real-world realities of living in Metro Manila versus Cebu—from walkability, traffic, and dining access to space, quietness, and property maintenance risks. I’m saving the final key-turn and move-in reveal for the next video (because frankly, I haven't made my choice yet), but today is all about the side-by-side breakdown. Which condo would you pick if you were in my shoes? Drop your vote in the comments below! Subscribe to Rookie Senior for more honest reviews on music, travel, and moving to the Philippines! #RookieSenior #PhilippinesLiving #CebuVsManila #MakatiLiving #CebuRealEstate #ExpatInThePhilippines #TrumpTowerManila #TheAlcovesCebu #CitylightsGardens --------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Bumper 01:15 - The Three Choices 01:44 - Trump Tower (Makati) 02:50 - The Alcoves (Cebu) 03:47 - Citylights Gardens (Lahug) 04:54 - What's Your Vote? 05:23 - In The Next Video 05:47 - Outro ---------------------------------------------------