George
@gworsham
American looking for information about Philippines
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39
Contacts
12
About me
American
Lives in Ozamiz City
Speaks English and learning Visayan
Registration: 08 November 2013
Are you happy in the Philippines? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in the Philippines? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before ...
Its OK. Mostly it is affordable and easy to live here. There is no place perfect but Philippines allows you to concentrate on the person you want to be with. I am in a rural area and cannot find certain items to purchase which is sometimes a bummer. ... Read More
What kind of lifestyle will $5000.USD/mo. afford in the Philippines? by expat1
Just trying to learn cost of living standards in real terms verses the western countries. I see some of these costs (real estate, domestic help, etc...) online. What about utility costs, health insurance, medical care, automobile expenses, taxes, ...
You will do good on $5000 USD/mo. I live in a town 150,000 population and have a nice 3 BR apartment, great auto, eat out often, run the AC almost all day, and have all luxuries for a comfortable life. We spend $1500 USA/mo for basic living. It cost ... Read More
hello, what documents are needed for fiancee?
There is a very informative site on the internet called "Life as Mrs Pressen". It provides many details. Read More
Live in Philippines - can a foreigner become an owner? by Fabien Occhipinti
Hello i want to know if a foreigner in pinas can become an owner ?
THERE ARE MANY AMERICAN CITIZENS HERE. Read More
I want learn English.I still feel nervous speaking English to others. by Shane14
I am not an Expat but I really want to learn to speak English. I still feel nervous about speaking English to others. I don鈥檛 practice speaking as often as I want to because I'm afraid that I will make a mistake or be laughed at. I want to ...
My wife to be from the Philippines speaks English but talks so fast I am challenged to understand her. Speaking a slower pace than the usual rapid pace helps and like everyone has been saying, practice, practice, practice. I currently live in ... Read More
Where do expats live in philippines? by VSIVISA
Where do expats live in philippines?
I was at a mall recently in Pulsar and saw more American looking Expats there than any other nationality. I don't see that many Americans at a mall in the USA. Read More
Dentist
Are there any recommendations for Dentist in Dumaguete? Read More
MAP: Living Costs Around the World
I will appreciate the link george.worsham@sbcglobal.net Thanks Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
I tend to keep a low profile and do not give an indication of having money. I think Ozamiz is an enjoyable place with a lot of hard working people. Comparable with the USA, people tend to not want to work hard and rather rob and steal. It is ... Read More
Beers by gworsham
Lets get serious now. I leave for Cebu on Wednesday and will be in Cebu City and Ozamiz City for 2 weeks. What are the best Filipino beers?
Thanks for the choices. I like a strong beer and also like a Pale. I've never had a beer from the Philippines and this will be a treat. Read More
Beers
Lets get serious now. I leave for Cebu on Wednesday and will be in Cebu City and Ozamiz City for 2 weeks. What are the best Filipino beers? Read More
if i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing by giovannigio
If i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing for 50 years , and then if some days i have some problem with she, i want know she still can get back from me that land where i have a house too? I want buy land then build house ...
Yea, don't stop at living in the Philippines for15 years. Peace be with you. Read More
Fiance' Visa by gworsham
Wondering if anyone has experience with obtaining a Fiance' Visa? It is understood that about 80% of tourist visa's for Filipino females get turned down. I am a US citizen living in the USA and have a Filipino girlfriend. We have not met in person ...
Yes the law seems to be carefully crafted and a shame there even has to be laws like that to protect from abuse. My girl friend and I have known each other for a long period of time but not met in person. I was going to retire and move to the ... Read More
Fiance' Visa by gworsham
Wondering if anyone has experience with obtaining a Fiance' Visa? It is understood that about 80% of tourist visa's for Filipino females get turned down. I am a US citizen living in the USA and have a Filipino girlfriend. We have not met in person ...
I just wanted it known that I have no convictions and especially no violations for wife beating. It is just so difficult to get a Filipino Female to America. The Fianc茅' Visa seemed doable and would provide an opportunity for her to stay a while. It ... Read More
Fiance' Visa by gworsham
Wondering if anyone has experience with obtaining a Fiance' Visa? It is understood that about 80% of tourist visa's for Filipino females get turned down. I am a US citizen living in the USA and have a Filipino girlfriend. We have not met in person ...
Good response and thank you. It appears from your comments that I have to provide a background check to show good character. I know the back ground check is required for her. Read More
Fiance' Visa
Wondering if anyone has experience with obtaining a Fiance' Visa? It is understood that about 80% of tourist visa's for Filipino females get turned down. I am a US citizen living in the USA and have a Filipino girlfriend. We have not met in person ... Read More
Interview for Filipino to get Visa
My finacee will travel to the USA to visit me. After much research and rcommendations from other members, we will seek a Finacee Visa. Any comments, thoughts and recommendatins will be appreciated about the interview process. What questions are ... Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
Thank you for the insight. Think I will not move to Ozamiz after all. My fiancee will join me in the US for a while and then we move back to the Philippines. I think we will live somewhere else away from the danger zone. Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
I do not have concerns about living in Ozamiz City and look forward to meeting as many new friends there as possible. Most cities in the USA are full of different races of people and religions so that will not be a factor with me. The services such ... Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
Thank you for the encouraging news about Ozamiz City. Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
Thanks Tommieboy. Looking forward to Cagayan de Oro and we will visit there often. I'm not looking looking forward to Ozamiz but will make the most of it. Hope there is beach property available for either renting or purchase in Cagayan. Read More
Ozamiz City by gworsham
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?
I decided to change my relocation plans to Ozamiz City. I will be there up to a year than move to cagayan de oro. Read More
Ozamiz City
I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America? Read More
Learning Thai
Thank you for the reply and thank for the resources. Read More
Learning Thai
I plan on moving to Thailand in a few months and wanted to get familiar with the Thai language. I have accessed some free learning sites and also gone to Youtube with my efforts. I have not found what I need. Does anyone have any suggestions on ... Read More
Dream to Retire in Pattaya by gworsham
My name is George and currently live in Houston, Texas. I have worked in the oil and gas business and feel it is time to retire. I am single and I need a low cost place to live. I want to move there to Pattaya and not compromise security, health and ...
I will certainly take a look at the areas you suggest to consider and thank you for replying. I am still gathering information and will visit Thailand a couple of times before moving there. My anticipated move will be summer 2014. Read More
Dream to Retire in Pattaya by gworsham
My name is George and currently live in Houston, Texas. I have worked in the oil and gas business and feel it is time to retire. I am single and I need a low cost place to live. I want to move there to Pattaya and not compromise security, health and ...
Pattaya because I know a couple of people there and don't know of any play else. I would consider other places in Thailand and open for suggestions. Read More
Medications
Are all about the same medications available in the USA also available in Thailand? Hw does the costs compare? Read More
Dream to Retire in Pattaya by gworsham
My name is George and currently live in Houston, Texas. I have worked in the oil and gas business and feel it is time to retire. I am single and I need a low cost place to live. I want to move there to Pattaya and not compromise security, health and ...
Thank you for the insight. I think a person can get in trouble even in Houston, Texas when out alone at night. I appreciate your recommendation about renting and then looking to buy property. I have thought about doing renting and then looking at ... Read More
Dream to Retire in Pattaya
My name is George and currently live in Houston, Texas. I have worked in the oil and gas business and feel it is time to retire. I am single and I need a low cost place to live. I want to move there to Pattaya and not compromise security, health and ... Read More