gbdermid
American looking for information about Philippines
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About me
American
Lives in Jagna, Central Visayas
Speaks English, Visaya
Registration: 22 June 2017
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Adapting to the climate in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to the Philippines is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of the Philippines? How does the local weather impact your daily life, ...
I live in New Orleans, and live with my wife a few months a year on Bohol, Philippines, in New Orleans, we have high heat days,, 30,to 33,with 90%humidity, Bohol, 30,for a high, 60%after rain, sea breeze blowing off the coast Read More
Medical Insurance with tourist visa in Manila by Nadezhda_
Hello everybody! I would like to know from the expats in Manila how to receive the medical insurance for the adult and a kid (having tourist visa) and what is the cost/quality. are there any recomendations on the health center/doctors? thank you ...
Really,I was going to buy today with my f ilipina wife, Read More
what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? by GuestPoster634
what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? i am giving a lot of thought to moving there. what is required to live there?
I will be there on Bohol May and June with my Filipina wife, I plan to apply for a extension of my 30 day visa, because I am married to a Filipina, then I will apply for my 13 A visa Read More
Cost of living 2018 in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
I have just read your comments, Salamat, my Filipina wife and have just bought a small house to live in while they finish our two story house on mountain near her family,I plan to live on 1000$,us, plus monies from some rents , I hope it works for ... Read More
Advice about Philippines, specifically Bohol? by fixfireleo
Hello. Looking to move to the Philippines in a few years. I have read a lot and a lot of conflicting information. If anyone can answer any of these questions, I would be grateful. I am 49, single and planning on staying that way. Looking at ...
I'm sorry,,but for $275-$500,you might be sharing a CR, no hot water, if you have running water, no air -con!, Can you live like this, I can ,but choose not too.i just bought small house near Jagna, I am having grills and screen installed this ... Read More
Advice about Philippines, specifically Bohol? by fixfireleo
Hello. Looking to move to the Philippines in a few years. I have read a lot and a lot of conflicting information. If anyone can answer any of these questions, I would be grateful. I am 49, single and planning on staying that way. Looking at ...
hello, If i were a picky eater i would not go to a different country, and really not to a Island!!!you need to live in a large metro area where you would feel more at home.Second, i don't think you can live on less than about $2000.USdollars a ... Read More
Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel
Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...
Grandmother gave us property as wedding present to build house on, in exchange for us helping to manage the family farm and other properties Read More
Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel
Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...
Yes, only so we don't get the wrong looks from some people, my 40 year old daughter and 25 year old granddaughter are ok with it , they think it's cute, her calling me daddy in public Read More
Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel
Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...
Wow, sounds so easy, i hope my SSDI, is also that easy Read More
Sending Money/Girlfriend Allowance by Kimo Kiting
Hello, I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I would like to thank all of the active members who have provided a wealth of information in pasts discussions. I hope to get to know many of you who are currently living in the Visayas. ...
4 or 5 hundred USD a month, she is a Queen, most people that I know in the Philippines, earn less than 150 usd,,and live comfortably, with less Read More
Getting married in Philippines by ciprycyp
Hello,I’m Ciprian,In September I’m getting married in Philippines,what documents do I need to bring with me? Currently I live in England and my fiancée is working in Dubai,being far,how long before wedding we need to apply fore some ...
After you apply with all paperwork, you will have to wait 10 days before marriage Read More
Getting married in Philippines by ciprycyp
Hello,I’m Ciprian,In September I’m getting married in Philippines,what documents do I need to bring with me? Currently I live in England and my fiancée is working in Dubai,being far,how long before wedding we need to apply fore some ...
You both will need a cenomar, certificate of no marriage in the Philippines Read More
Cooking like a local in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in the Philippines. What are some of the most popular local dishes that ...
i bring hot Tabasco sauce with me every time i come to visit family, some like it, some don't Read More
Cooking like a local in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in the Philippines. What are some of the most popular local dishes that ...
What is gutter oil?, i think i am buying corn oil from town market Read More
The Philippines- Views from a woman's standpoint? by Kimimela
So, I've been reading this forum for some time, and had gotten quite excited about possibly settling there. Until, I spoke to another woman on the forum. Now, the forum is absolutely dripping with glowing testimonials from males about how perfect ...
I think I know what you mean, I can't climb mountain, to see many tourist places, my wife, will not like living here in states, but in phil she can do many things, it's just where she is comfortable, I do like to do volunteer work where ... Read More