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Ely Valendez

Cinematic journeys through the Philippines and the world. The most profound journeys begin when we stop rushing—and start noticing the value, trade-offs, and costs of moving through the world.

I’m Ely Valendez. Shaped by two decades in journalism, finance, and the BPO sector, I've learned a place’s true soul isn’t in landmarks—but in the intersection of culture, economics, and the quiet moments most people pass by.

This channel is a cinematic inquiry into unspoken truths through grounded storytelling. We don’t just show you where to go. We explore why we stay—and how we build.

What to expect:

The Hybrid Documentary:
Premium films merging travel, social insight, and the hidden costs of everyday life.

The Fearless Inquiry:
Reflections on identity, money, and the systems shaping how we live today.

Because every place reflects the choices we make.

For Partnerships:
📩 elyvalendez@gmail.com

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17:05

Iran, Hormuz, and the Philippines: Why the Cost of Moving Is Breaking Us

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When Life Gets Overwhelming: Finding Sanctuary Amidst Chaos

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The Island That Said No to Billionaires | Jomalig, Philippines

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13:57

Why I Choose Zambales Over Elyu: The Reality of the North

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11:15

The Dark Side of Philippine Tourism (2026)

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22:11

Why Filipinos Love SM Mall of Asia and The Hidden Price of Manila’s Free Ocean

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20:56

Is BGC Anti-Poor? The Portal and the Subway that’s Changing Everything

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PARQAL Aseana: Inside the World’s Most Beautiful Emporium

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32:53

Ayala Malls Arca South: A New Urban Rhythm

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12:55

A Rare Night at MiraNila: Concert, History, and Cinema Paradiso

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11:55

Why is Southeast Asia Obsessed with Fake Europe? | Venice Grand Canal

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11:08

The Rockwell Bubble and MSO's Legacy at the Proscenium Theater

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10:58

100 Years of Music: An Afternoon in Circuit & The MSO Centenary

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12:36

The Quiet Map: How I’m Navigating the World in 2026

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8:31

Making 2026 Simpler: A Guide to Slow Living in the Philippines

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8:35

When the Year Grows Quiet (ft. The Poetic Sunset at MOA)

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Shared 3 months ago

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10:10

Minimalist Everyday Carry: How I Shoot with Minimal Gears

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16:44

The New Greenhills: Urban Evolution & The Real Cost of Manila Life

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Shared 3 months ago

527 views

20:56

Makati After Dark: Urban Spaces, One Ayala, and the Way We Move

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8:17

Creating The Home Base in 2026 with Apple Studio Display & Mac mini M4

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336 views

16:23

How to Survive Commuting in MANILA

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Shared 3 months ago

480 views

8:14

BGC Rediscovered: From Gentle Monster to the Skyline of 2026

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Shared 3 months ago

146 views

12:37

Stranger Things in Manila: A Raw Night in Poblacion, Makati

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Shared 4 months ago

360 views

14:11

The New Era of Philippine Cinema: MMFF 2025 Cultural Analysis

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Shared 4 months ago

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8:01

Why Manila Still Needs Scrooge: A Christmas Carol at Rockwell

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291 views

12:39

Jeproks to Nepo Babies: The Evolution of Privilege in the Philippines

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202 views

20:13

Beyond the Gondolas: Discovering Taguig’s Secret Creative Hub

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Shared 4 months ago

156 views

11:44

Two Plays, One Week: Kokoy De Santos Theater Debut and the Return of Anino (ft. Elijah Canlas)

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Why the Michelin Guide chose this humble Marikina Panciteria | Lola Helen’s

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3.2K views

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Why this Pasig Legend doesn't need a Michelin Star | Café Juanita & The Quezon Controversy

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830 views

8:14

Why Michelin chose this Taiwanese Carinderia in Banawe | Fong Wei Wu

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Why a Humble QC Carinderia earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand | Morning Sun Eatery

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14:51

The Walls We Build: A Cinematic Rediscovery of Intramuros (Shot using Pocket Dispo)

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Shared 5 months ago

213 views

21:41

The Heartbeat of Manila: Realistic Binondo Food Trip (Pocket Dispo Lens)

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772 views

15:58

Affordable Michelin Restaurants in the Philippines 2026

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8:36

The Secret Red Door of Manila | Ruby Wong’s Godown (Admiral Hotel)

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492 views

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Why the Philippines is rolling out the Red Carpet for India | Taste of India

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301 views

12:31

Why this Filipino Musical is a Reckoning | Pingkian (CCP)

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329 views

13:30

Why I don't leave Manila on rainy weekends | Dagitab & The Symphony

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Shared 6 months ago

223 views

34:54

Manila Marriott: Staying at a Luxury Michelin Hotel Near The Airport

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18:13

Why I stopped watching theater (and what brought me back) | Dear Evan Hansen Manila

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16:16

Is Manila Actually Safe? | The Side of QC You Haven't Seen

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548 views

19:31

Why I returned to Botolan | The Quietest Corner of Zambales

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859 views

19:37

Why Liwliwa is the most human surf town in Zambales | A Birthday Road Trip

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Shared 7 months ago

681 views

8:34

Why we travel when we’re grieving | The Philosophy of Temporary Stays

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Shared 7 months ago

179 views

19:34

The Best Hotels in Manila for a Quiet Reset | A Staycation Guide

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Shared 7 months ago

776 views

42:51

Why Jomalig is the Most Misunderstood Island in the Philippines | 4D3N Guide

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Shared 7 months ago

1.9K views

11:47

Why the Filipino Diaspora always returns home | A 50th Birthday Story

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Shared 9 months ago

134 views

10:15

Why I Quit a 10-Year Finance Career to Travel Solo | One Year Later

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Shared 10 months ago

216 views

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Hanoi, Da Nang, or Saigon? | Finding the Soul of Vietnam

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Shared 10 months ago

384 views

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Vietnam is Magnetic: Why it’s the best alternative to the Philippines | 2026 Guide

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Shared 10 months ago

454 views

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The Secret to Staying Longer in Vietnam | My Experience with the Cambodia Visa Run

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Shared 11 months ago

1K views

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The Soul of Saigon: A 4D3N Food Guide | From Street Stalls to Michelin Stars

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Shared 11 months ago

456 views

5:31

The Hidden Cost of Tourism: Bangkok Scams and the Art of the Deal

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Shared 1 year ago

595 views

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Songkran 2026: The World's Wildest Festival | How to Survive the Thai New Year

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Shared 1 year ago

2.8K views

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The Layers of Saigon: 5 Days in Ho Chi Minh City

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Shared 1 year ago

306 views

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The Echoes of Dalat: Finding Stillness in Vietnam’s Great Falls

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Shared 1 year ago

283 views

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The Mountain Pause: A 4D3N Guide to Da Lat | Vietnam’s Hidden Heart

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Shared 1 year ago

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A Final Blessing: My Encounter with Pope Francis at the Vatican | In Memoriam

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Shared 1 year ago

253 views

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The City in Waiting: A 6-Day Quiet Map of Hanoi During Tet

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Shared 1 year ago

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