This Doesn’t Happen in AMERICA” | Dating Filipinas in Cebu

A legion of men who face setbacks in domestic dating redirect their hearts and eyes on the Philippines, where Filipina women’s traditional wife characteristics coupled with exquisite beauty, are perceived as the winning formula for an ideal life partner by many bachelors worldwide.

It's no wonder that the success rate of WMAF (Western Male Asian Female) relationships, particularly with Filipinas, is off the charts. As a result, a tribe of men seriously seeking a lifelong partner embark on solo travels to the Philippines in pursuit of their Filipina pea to their pod.

Marc, the featured bachelor in the video, is a proud US Marine Corps veteran from Southern California. He reflects on the unexpected turns life took during his journey to the Philippines with Asian matchmakers who can help visiting foreigners with the sole purpose of finding a more traditional relationship, guaranty a match among hundreds of Filipinas they've established rapport with previously while looking for the same kind of love.

Marc’s motivation to work with AFA was inspired by a mere glimpse of a Filipina he saw in one of the matchmaker’s YouTube videos. Although Marc's life had found a comfortable rhythm as a construction project manager for an industrial refrigeration company, the allure of a distant land and the promise of a more traditional relationship pulled him into solo travel to Cebu City. There, with a palpable sense of anticipation, he recounts how the Filipino people, warm and joyous, filled a void he hadn't even realized existed.

Marc delves into the contrasting dynamics of relationships in the United States and the Philippines, emphasizing the genuine warmth and openness he encountered. His journey becomes a quest not just for love but also for a sense of place and belonging, contrasting the societal norms he had grown accustomed to. Mark's desire to break free from the constraints of judging expectations of others remains evident as he narrates the liberating experience of being the center of attention in a foreign land. The Philippines, to him, is a place where authenticity is embraced, and the spotlight shines on individuals free from preconceived notions.

Mark contrasts the qualities he cherishes in Filipino women with the changing landscape of relationships in his homeland. He admires their gentleness, sweetness, and the space they allow for him to be a man. It's a subtle critique of the shifting dynamics he perceives in the relationships of his fellow Americans. His decision to embark on this journey is portrayed not as an escape but as a deliberate step toward self-discovery and happiness, as well as the realization that it is finally time for him to seek a love that fulfills his heart.

"If you're like Mark, who wants to pursue a more traditional relationship with a Filipina, taking risks in the pursuit of genuine connection and love can be the life-changing twist in your story. In a world saturated with social media and dating apps, the most genuine connections you can find are behind the screen. Be the better bachelor with AFA Cebu by your side during your solo travel to Cebu City.