Gezzar
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 23 January 2023
Dating Filipina's - Wadja 6 March 2017 - comments and thoughts? by Lotus Eater
wadja06 March 2017 16:58:19As per what I ve seen in the Philippines, Filipinas are 5 categories:鈥ㄢ��1- Ugly, chubby, dark skin, that no one would like to date, mainly poor and from far areas. Even in their own countries they are not wanted ...
@Guest8964 Let's put some of this in context. Some guys come to the Philippines hoping to have a relationship with someone 20/30 years their junior.In their own country they would not be able to do that. Further, they may have been married and ... Read More
Dating Filipina's - Wadja 6 March 2017 - comments and thoughts? by Lotus Eater
wadja06 March 2017 16:58:19As per what I ve seen in the Philippines, Filipinas are 5 categories:鈥ㄢ��1- Ugly, chubby, dark skin, that no one would like to date, mainly poor and from far areas. Even in their own countries they are not wanted ...
@Guest8964 A woman friend once said to me "You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you meet your handsom prince" BTW she never let me kiss her Read More
Relocating with a High School age daughter by Brett Funnell
Hi,I am a single dad, wanting to move to the PI, and am looking at Iloilo or somewhere in the Visayas, My question is, how hard would it be for my 15yr old daughter to assimilate into a school. I am aware she would no doubt have to attend a private ...
Have you asked your daughter what she wants? Read More
November for the first time by stebaines
Hi all,I travel to the Philippines for the first time in November.聽 I'm in the country for a month and fly in to Manila. Could anyone suggest an itinerary for me? I want to see some of the country but don't want to be running about all the ...
@stebaines Let me mirror what you wrote and ask how you would answer my requestHi all,I travel to the US for the first time in November. I'm in the country for a month and fly in to New York. Could anyone suggest an itinerary for me? I want to see ... Read More
November for the first time by stebaines
Hi all,I travel to the Philippines for the first time in November.聽 I'm in the country for a month and fly in to Manila. Could anyone suggest an itinerary for me? I want to see some of the country but don't want to be running about all the ...
@stebaines Female company? What sort? Age? With or without family? May I suggest you do some research as your request is too nebulous. Read More
Business in Philippines by mokzeit
What types of small businesses are likely to be successful for an American to establish in the Philippines?
You will have to define "small" SME in the States could be $50 million T/O. In the Philippines that's a big business Read More
I intend to go to Philippines by mokzeit
I have just taken early retirement at the age of 62. I have a desire to go to Palawan, Puerto Princesa and live there because my retirement income is low and I cannot live on it in the US. I am alone and I have many questions, such as the cost of ...
@mokzeit Before I came here an OFW advised me "Go to the Philippines and have fun but trust no one" In many markets and stalls there are no prices so there are prices for foreigners and prices for Filopinos. My partner does not allow me to ... Read More
Where to stay to avoid any kind of Vermin etc by Louiis88@
Where in Phil to stay If you hate any kind of vermin?
@Louiis88@ You're obviously not from Australia. Read More
Doctor Patient relationship by Filamretire
Is it normal for a doctor not to charge for consultation but ask for a charity donation that is paid to her and not directly to the charity? First time consulting with this doctor and I wonder how this is going to go...
@Filamretire Never experienced that one. Perhaps it is a tax dodge as no receipt is issued. Also with no record may not have to pay for offices she is using Read More
No more 6 mos visa? by Larry Fisher
According to JRC Visa consultancy. A YouTube video popped up on my feed this morning that was posted only 24 hrs ago. Guy claims BI has scrapped 6 month visa's even though there's no official announcement made saying as much. I've looked around the ...
@danfinn Hello!! It's the Philippines Read More
Accommodation
Interested in staying in Ormoc for 12 months. Any suggestions for accommodation? I don't drive Read More
Ormoc meets
Where and when do expats meet in Ormoc for a coffee and a chat. Interested in making contact Read More
No more 6 mos visa? by Larry Fisher
According to JRC Visa consultancy. A YouTube video popped up on my feed this morning that was posted only 24 hrs ago. Guy claims BI has scrapped 6 month visa's even though there's no official announcement made saying as much. I've looked around the ...
@talambanWait till you have to renew in September Read More
No more 6 mos visa? by Larry Fisher
According to JRC Visa consultancy. A YouTube video popped up on my feed this morning that was posted only 24 hrs ago. Guy claims BI has scrapped 6 month visa's even though there's no official announcement made saying as much. I've looked around the ...
@Larry FisherVisa is now one or two months unless you renew in Manila which can be for six months. That's what the people at BI told me Read More
Expat opinion, English language skills, increasing or otherwise? by Col Rootentoot
(Writer's opinion .. maybe depends upon age?)"In Philippines, falling English standards spark calls for film, TV dubbing ban"The call comes after international studies show many Philippine students fare poorly in English reading comprehension and ...
@mugteck What about Esperanto? Read More
Expat opinion, English language skills, increasing or otherwise? by Col Rootentoot
(Writer's opinion .. maybe depends upon age?)"In Philippines, falling English standards spark calls for film, TV dubbing ban"The call comes after international studies show many Philippine students fare poorly in English reading comprehension and ...
@Col Rootentoot If they don't understand the way you teach, then teach the way they will understand. Lack of competency in English may be due to a number of factors including the way the language is taught. How up-to-date is the teaching process? ... Read More
An Independent Mindanao? by danfinn
DAVAO CITY, Philippines 鈥� While opposing the people鈥檚 initiative for charter change which he believes is orchestrated by the Marcos administration, former President Rodrigo Duterte says he is pushing the idea to secede Mindanao. He bared ...
@danfinn Duterte is huff and puff and is now suffering from LDS - Limelight Deficiency Syndrome. He hates Marcos and wants to stir up trouble. Read More
An Independent Mindanao? by danfinn
DAVAO CITY, Philippines 鈥� While opposing the people鈥檚 initiative for charter change which he believes is orchestrated by the Marcos administration, former President Rodrigo Duterte says he is pushing the idea to secede Mindanao. He bared ...
@danfinn Read More
Looking for a business partner by femsergio
Hi im planning to make a small business in Philippine but i need some help to make this complete. I need business partner to plan what business we can open there. Im currently working in Singapore now and im studying business management here. ...
@KingsamontinaI will be able to help you as I have vast experience of real estate in Philippines through my partnerships with local entrepreneurs. Interested? Then to secure the deal you will have to send an initial sum of ASD15,000 to my Bank ... Read More
Question about food and water by JustCallMeJoe
OK, I know that I can't drink water from the tap and that even with other water my stomach probably can't handle water that a local's stomach can handle. But, a few questions for those of you living in the Philippines a long time: If the water is ...
@AlbertaDonuts We use bottled water for everything except washing the dishes and clothes Read More
Question about food and water by JustCallMeJoe
OK, I know that I can't drink water from the tap and that even with other water my stomach probably can't handle water that a local's stomach can handle. But, a few questions for those of you living in the Philippines a long time: If the water is ...
@Cherryann01 Don't forget the bread crumbs Read More
Question about food and water by JustCallMeJoe
OK, I know that I can't drink water from the tap and that even with other water my stomach probably can't handle water that a local's stomach can handle. But, a few questions for those of you living in the Philippines a long time: If the water is ...
@JustCallMeJoe Many chefs will suggest adding pork when making meatballs. Delicious! Read More
Question about food and water by JustCallMeJoe
OK, I know that I can't drink water from the tap and that even with other water my stomach probably can't handle water that a local's stomach can handle. But, a few questions for those of you living in the Philippines a long time: If the water is ...
@Moon Dog OMG! You buy your meat from the wet market. Now that is asking for trouble - no sense of hygiene, no refrigeration Read More
Filipino Drivers by arty5987
Why are Filipinos such bad drivers?Is it just ignorance of the rules, or is it something deeper?V聽VERNON B. SARNEOCTOBER 21, 2017聽77,512 VIEWSA A AWhy can't we respect something as simple and universal as the yellow box? ILLUSTRATION BY ...
@arty5987 Educate, legislate and police. Educate: There is an online questionnaire to answer. In one day's driving with an instructor who not only teaches you but assesses you so your get your driving permit. ONE DAY!! No wonder people don't know ... Read More
Cheating In The Philippines by Cherryann01
I saw a new video by Gio on You Tube yesterday about a British man with a Filipino wife who has been caught and arrested for cheating on his wife. Apparently his wife found out about the guys mistress and reported them to the authorities and they ...
@Enzyte Bob An oldie but a goody Read More
When you seperate from your girlfriend in Philippines. by neptune1967
This is an incredible topic. Many foreign men just do not know the implications of living with your girlfriend and just what can happen when and I say when not if you break up. If anyone is in this situation or thinks they are then discussion is ...
@FilAmericanMom Your husband is disrespecting you and playing you for a fool. If you accept his behaviour he will never change. Why should he? I feel so sorry for your parents suffering in silence. Read More
How and where to meet expats in the Philippines? by JustCallMeJoe
New user here.I'm planning on coming to the Philippines (from Essex in the UK) to check it out as a retirement destination. (Incidentally, during the registration process on this site I couldn't choose my nationality as British or UK. The only ...
To shorten someone's name without their permission is disrespectful. Read More
Cheating In The Philippines by Cherryann01
I saw a new video by Gio on You Tube yesterday about a British man with a Filipino wife who has been caught and arrested for cheating on his wife. Apparently his wife found out about the guys mistress and reported them to the authorities and they ...
@FindlayMacD Do people quote the Daily Mail as a source of truth? What next? Read More
Q's About washing machines. by Larry Fisher
If I were in the states, buying a washer/dryer would be super easy. But alas, I'm here in the province in Cebu. I want to give my gal a break from hand washing clothes, and I'm too lazy to hand wash myself, and too old to change. We have very low ...
@bigpearl Philipinoes ask to borrow money with no intention of repaying. They have the attitude that if you are a foreiner you are rich so no need to repay. Once it was realised that my GF was with a foreigner people came out of the woodwork asking ... Read More
Expat women in Philippines by jewels
I am a mature age Aussie woman living here with my husband. Although I love it here, it can be difficult. For example, most of the Filipino houses are entirely unsuitable for the tropical climate. They tend to be two or three storeys instead of ...
@dbentess Read More
Filipino attempts at American food by TitoDan
I'm a very non-picky person when it comes to food.聽I was raised on home cooking, meat and potatoes kinds of food, simply prepared with simple ingredients.聽I've given it several tries, and am giving up on local attempts at American ...
@TitoDan Can only assume that you do not aspire to enjoy good food if your goal is American fast food which has more nutritional value in the packaging Read More
Filipino attempts at American food by TitoDan
I'm a very non-picky person when it comes to food.聽I was raised on home cooking, meat and potatoes kinds of food, simply prepared with simple ingredients.聽I've given it several tries, and am giving up on local attempts at American ...
@bigpearl Well said. We are in another country so enjoy their food. BTW any fast food is not going to be the best. So spend more and go to a proper restaurant. Read More
Surprise Package by Moon Dog
My Lenovo dash cam arrived today. I ordered it from a LazMall seller with a lot of good reviews but when I opened the box there was no dash cam, only a piece of wood with cardboard taped to it. A wooden dash cam, what a surprise! After 866 Lazada ...
@Moon Dog You cannot return it as you have used it Read More
Filipina asking
Am I meeting/appealing to the wrong Filipinas? They seem to have their mind set on me buying them a motorcycle or car or house or jewelery. Read More
Mail Service by Dave & Ruby
Does anyone have a problem with the mail service in the Philippines? Ruby and I mailed a mothers day card to her mom in the province on March 22, 2023, and she still has not received it. So I'm guessing for us to receive any mail in a timely manner ...
@Dave & Ruby My brother in Australia sent me a letter. At the time of posting he was informed that it would take three weeks to arrive. Three weeks later we received a call from PhilPost that the letter was ready to be collected. Produced ID and ... Read More
I overstayed and here is how it turned out. by frankanderson
First and foremost, this is for GENERAL REFERENCE ONLY. I am NOT suggesting that you should or even think of over staying. I am just sharing my experience. I'll try keep this short.You will need your paperwork right and your game tight.Things you ...
@danfinn In some countries you can pay to have your case heard early Read More
Plastic Money by Enzyte Bob
The Philippines is now issuing plastic P1000 bills. I have one and a portion of it has a see through area.The Philippines is responsible for 1/3 of the plastic in the oceans. That should be recycled into P1000 bills, then the Philippines would be ...
@Enzyte Bob Nothing new. Australia has been using polymer notes for years. Australian banknotes are printed on polymer, a type of plastic, and they have a distinctive feel. Polymer banknotes were developed to make the currency more difficult to ... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
@danfinn Not hypocrisy. Just consideration. Most atheist aren't against others worshipping a mythical being so if the other party wants them to get married in some religious setting they don't care. It means nothing to them but they are happy to ... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
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concrete hollow block mold by Dave & Ruby
I'm looking to buy a single concrete hollow block mold or a multiple concrete hollow block machine for building my walls for our house. I would like the size of the mold to be 400mm (long) x 200mm (wide) x 200mm (high).
@Moon Dog Lovely home. From start (including planning permission) to finish how long did it take you? Did you use an architect? Read More
The work culture in the Philippines by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can be both ...
@Lotus Eater True Read More
New Expatriot making the plunge soon. by GuestPoster357
I am about to make the move to just outside the city of Cagayan de Oro. I have been looking at properties nearby. I am looking near Gusa right now.
@goldken51 Falling in love with love can be a dangerous thing Read More
Can I work?
I'm an Australian citizen and have just renewed my visa for another six months. I live in Ormoc. I am considering teaching English as a second language online. If I get paid is this allowed? Will it affect my visa? Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@dirk.c. Your "how can stating the job one has bee seen negative ? realy." You have taken it out of context. Read the OP by @Slowdown23 Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@Lotus Eater Paul (Worldzoom) Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@dirk.c. Your "reeding your comments it looks like ya had bad luck or made bad disisions" Neither, Dirk. It's what I experienced, was told and observed. Happy with my Pinay and have just renewed for another six months. Read More
The work culture in the Philippines by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can be both ...
@Lotus Eater Isn't the cost of labour cheap? Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@Slowdown23 Pinays want an FB to have a better life for their family and themselves. Customs that surprised me. 1. They invited themselves to visit then expected my Pinay GF and me would meet all their expenses of food and drink. 2. Invited a friend ... Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@Georges Laborie I thought as a visitor he would not be allowed to work Read More
Quality woman for a quality guy by Slowdown23
My name is Ryan from the United states. I am looking (not rushing) for a traditional woman who I can get to know and spend my life with. I am 37 in good shape, financially secure and have strong interpersonal skills. Able to retire in 13 years when ...
@Slowdown23 You have no idea about the differences between American and Philippine culture. I thought I was pretty "cluey" having travelled a bit but was shocked by West and Philippine cultural differences. Best advice I received from an OFW in Hong ... Read More
Philippine People by PalawOne
`Regarding the Philippines, maybe this chart describes the clear social 'classes' (dislike that word) quite accurately?Thoughts on Philippine society and people?
So accurate. Read More
The work culture in the Philippines by Mickael
Hello everyone, As an expatriate, [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... [b]working in the Philippines[/b] can be both ...
The work culture stems from the top. There is a pretense about service and that the customer is important. Two examples come to mind where the customer is not respected. Shop at SM and Robinsons. They have many checkout points yet on many occasions ... Read More
Things Other Foreigners Do That Made You Cringe or Shake Your Head by kristopherryanwatson
This is meant to be kept light and in good humor.Just wondering, if ever, any of you gentleman have seen anything any Other Foreigner do that just makes you roll your eyes, cringe, or just shake your head.I'll go first...Back a few years ago when I ...
@Moon Dog OMG. Poor little fella ending up with a West Virginia accent. I visited Charleston and the person who met me off the plane greeted me with "L'ow y'all". I thought "Hello, Deliverance here we come" And he was one of the educated WVs Read More
Rejection From Filipina by Cherryann01
Some of you may know that so far I have been unlucky in love but I am just curious to know if anybody on this forum as been rejected by a potential partner. You may have met in person or online and I know some on the forum have met their partners ...
@Lotus Eater Sound advice. Like anything it's a numbers game. But the more desperate you appeal the less likely of success. Enjoy the experiences and discount 90% of what you are told Read More
Expats on Leyte by goingabroad
Hello Everyone, I am new to this forum. Our family moved to the Philippines in 2015. Currently, we are living in Ormoc City, Leyte. My wife's hometown. Just wanted to see if there were any other expats near this area?
@Wellsfry So true Read More