Cherryann01
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Looking for law firm for will/financial planning by Michael Mess
Hi all, I am living in las pinas and I'm looking for a local law firm that can advise me on my WILL which was created in the USA and also with my estate planning to ensure my Filipina wife is taken care of when the inevitable comes to pass. Any ...
@Enzyte BobHow was your flight? - @Lotus Eater Up-tiddly-up-up and Down- tiddly-down-down I imagine. (Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines), great film from way back. Read More
Philippines ‘facing a learning crisis' by PalawOne
SCMP: The Philippines:Lifestyle & CulturePhilippines struggles to fill 20,000 teaching jobs: ‘we are facing a learning crisis’Industry players call for transparency in the teacher hiring process, and urge more concrete support for ...
Exactly that P1 although I would add that the extra work that does not contribute directly to student learning and the endless reports, some of which are near duplicates of other reports. happen in other countries also. I was married to a ... Read More
Oslob to Siquijor Ferry/Swimming With Whale Sharks by Cherryann01
I have planned a trip to see my girlfriend in Cebu for November and now have most things booked. We intend to spend the first 3 nights in Cebu before travelling to Oslob for a 3 night stay, then on to Siquijor, back to Oslob by ferry and on to see ...
@Joel PottsThank you very much. I have done some checking myself and found that there is a ferry from Oslob (Mainit Port) to larena (Siquijor). I believe there is just one crossing per day leaving Oslob at 1pm and returning from Siquijor at ... Read More
Oslob to Siquijor Ferry/Swimming With Whale Sharks by Cherryann01
I have planned a trip to see my girlfriend in Cebu for November and now have most things booked. We intend to spend the first 3 nights in Cebu before travelling to Oslob for a 3 night stay, then on to Siquijor, back to Oslob by ferry and on to see ...
Maybe I will just do as Jack Sparrow did in in Pirates of the Caribbean - strap 2 sea turtles together using rope made from the hairs on my back and crossing that way. Read More
Oslob to Siquijor Ferry/Swimming With Whale Sharks
I have planned a trip to see my girlfriend in Cebu for November and now have most things booked. We intend to spend the first 3 nights in Cebu before travelling to Oslob for a 3 night stay, then on to Siquijor, back to Oslob by ferry and on to see ... Read More
Question Traveled Expats by Enzyte Bob
Soon I will be flying back to the states(1) I will land in San Francisco and then catch a connecting flight to Tucson AZ(2) No doubt my connecting flight will be in another terminal.(3) Will I have to go through TSA screening? and pay the $45 fee? ...
@Andy_1963 I can confirm that. On my last visit Nov 25, I had a change of aircraft in Manila and went outside for a quick vape and was not checked going back inside and saw no que. Read More
Scouting trip Iloilo Jan-Feb by Kidrome48
Hello everyone!I’m planning a scouting trip to Iloilo City in January–February 2027 because I’m considering spending my retirement years in the Philippines.I’d really like to connect with expats, Filipino-Americans/returnees, ...
I would suggest you look up Dee's Youtube channel (With Dee). She is a Filipina and recently did a video on there for anybody thinking of retiring. She is very good and I do remember she listed the names of areas within the city that are prone to ... Read More
Marrying a woman from Cavite by benguyr
Hello,I am planning on marrying a woman from Cavitein in July of 2028.i have never been to the Philippines and hopefully I can handle the heat and humidity.i will only making $2500 a month from social security.I can’t afford to live in the ...
Hello,I am planning on marrying a woman from Cavitein in July of 2028.i have never been to the Philippines and hopefully I can handle the heat and humidity.i will only making $2500 a month from social security.I can’t afford to live in the ... Read More
Marrying a woman from Cavite by benguyr
Hello,I am planning on marrying a woman from Cavitein in July of 2028.i have never been to the Philippines and hopefully I can handle the heat and humidity.i will only making $2500 a month from social security.I can’t afford to live in the ...
I have to admit that I am confused. You say you have never been to the Philippines, are not sure that you can handle the heat and humidity there so I have to ask why are you planning to up sticks and move there without first going there and checking ... Read More
Looking for good family lawyer in Cebu, Philippines by kl94507
Hello everyone,I am looking for good family lawyer in Cebu
Try Google it, I did and it comes up with many options. Firstly though do you know anybody who has used a Family Lawyer there and if so would they recommend them?My quick check on Google also showed that Samson Norombaba Law offices in Cebu conducts ... Read More
New member needs help finding accommodation by expat8085
HI, MY NAME IS MARK EMMONS AND I'M A NEW MEMBER. I PLAN TO MOVE TO THE SAN RAFAEL/BALIUAG, BULACAN AREA PROBABLY THE FIRST HALF OF 2027. THE FIRST KIND OF HELP I'D REQUEST IS HELP FINDING A SMALL ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT, SO IF ANYONE HAS A ...
Welcome to the Forum Mark. Can I please ask why you have decided to look for somewhere to rent in this location? I had an ex girlfriend from Pandi in Bulacan and stayed at her parents house for a week or so and visited a nearby resort a few years ... Read More
Skytrax Airline awards 2026 by Lotus Eater
The 2026 top 100 airline rankings have just been released by the London based Skytrax annual passenger aviation world review.7 of the top 10 airlines are based in Asia. Singapore Airlines retakes the top spot pushing Qatar Airways into 2nd place.One ...
@Cherryann01 The Belmont is an excellent Choice CA. Accessed via the best kept secret 'Runway Manila' at the side of T3. I shall be using the hotel for one night myself before flying down to Iloilo the next day. No need for taxis. No queues either ... Read More
Most common payment methods in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to the Philippines, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
I take cash to the Philippines and also send myself cash via Western Union to collect at one of their offices when there. I also take a credit and debit card. I have never once used my phone but am considering getting a Wise Card for future trips to ... Read More
Skytrax Airline awards 2026 by Lotus Eater
The 2026 top 100 airline rankings have just been released by the London based Skytrax annual passenger aviation world review.7 of the top 10 airlines are based in Asia. Singapore Airlines retakes the top spot pushing Qatar Airways into 2nd place.One ...
I will by flying both Qatar and Singapore Airlines in November. Manchester to Phnom Penh and returning Manila to Manchester with Qatar Airlines. Phnom Penh to Cebu (single) with Singapore Airlines with a 12 hour layover in Singapore. I have also ... Read More
Quality of customer service in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in the Philippines, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, ...
I try to look at customer service a bit differently and recognise that most of the hotel, restaurant, immigration, shop workers, etc are simply doing what was asked of them. They are not the ones who make the decisions and implement the way things ... Read More
FB Problems today? by Enzyte Bob
Anyone in the Philippines experiencing problems with FB today?
Another reason why WhatsApp may be a better alternative to Facebook is that a lot of Filipina's are by nature Jealous and if you have a Facebook account and communicate with your partner through messenger there could be issues from ex partners ... Read More
Early retiree medical insurance by Jackson4
Are there any early retiree expats out there? For US citizens Medicare start at 65. How are you covering your medical insurance? I am thinking of pulling the trigger by the end of this year and the one thing I am still trying to figure out is the ...
@Lotus Eater She is the best of the filipina bloggers in my opinion and always researches her subject. I believe she got married earlier in the year but she is a real cutie. Read More
Early retiree medical insurance by Jackson4
Are there any early retiree expats out there? For US citizens Medicare start at 65. How are you covering your medical insurance? I am thinking of pulling the trigger by the end of this year and the one thing I am still trying to figure out is the ...
I am not a US citizen but recently saw a video from the excellent Dee (With Dee is the channel). She is a filipina and went into great detail about the pros and cons of medicare, including the pros of keeping medicare part B. It is certainly worth a ... Read More
Rental nightmares in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in the Philippines can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected ...
Sorry to hear about your problem Bob, I knew you lived on the top floor from previous posts you have made but had no idea about the leaky roof and mould. The mould alone if very bad is reason to get out of there alone with all the health problems ... Read More
Canadian Living In Cagayan De Oro by Cyberfool
Hi, I am a Canadian born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. Here in Cagayan De Oro Uptown I noticed a few foreigners but we seldom make eye contact. Strange , I know. Anyway, I was wondering if there any other Canucks in the Uptown.
There is and Ex Pat in CDO who has a Youtube channel he does with his partner (fly me to the Philippines). I am not 100 percent sure but from memory,I think he is a Canadian and surely he will know if there are any Ex Pat Groups around your area. ... Read More
Expat Warning Message by Cherryann01
Yesterday I noticed that I had a private message on this site so opened it to find it was some sort of warning message. It was titled Expat Warning and said - Attention, for security reasons your Expat has been suspended. It then went on to say that ...
@Cheryl Thank you Cheryl, the only reason I opened it was because it came as a private message and was not a link. Read More
Expat Warning Message
Yesterday I noticed that I had a private message on this site so opened it to find it was some sort of warning message. It was titled Expat Warning and said - Attention, for security reasons your Expat has been suspended. It then went on to say that ... Read More
BDO push application by Enzyte Bob
BDO with three days notice said they are switching to Push smartphone applications. It became effective today.Since I do all my banking, ordering and payments online from my laptop, I'm not happy. I downloaded the Push App and still having problems.
@Lotus Eater I remember that but I seem to remember that the problem was not down to the phone. I will of course get a new phone if I ever move to the Philippines and a new Laptop. Read More
My First Retirement Project in Cebu by charlessands59
Hi everyone,I wanted to share a milestone that proves it’s never too late to start something new. I’m 67 years old, and recently I made the big move from Chicago in the US to retire in Cebu, in the Philippines. Living here as an expat is ...
Congratulations, I am sure what you have built will be a big help to you but I am struggling to find much benefit in any of this.Regarding the currency converter - I thought the idea when living in the Philippines was to work in the local currency ... Read More
BDO push application by Enzyte Bob
BDO with three days notice said they are switching to Push smartphone applications. It became effective today.Since I do all my banking, ordering and payments online from my laptop, I'm not happy. I downloaded the Push App and still having problems.
@Cherryann01 Never had a problem with face ID. Maybe you should reset your ID. It could well be the phone you have rather than the app. How old is the phone? Is the software up to date? Apparently iphones rarely have issues. - @Lotus Eater The ... Read More
BDO push application by Enzyte Bob
BDO with three days notice said they are switching to Push smartphone applications. It became effective today.Since I do all my banking, ordering and payments online from my laptop, I'm not happy. I downloaded the Push App and still having problems.
@Lotus Eater Do you not find that logging in with face ID can be a bit of a ball ache. I have that on my RBS mobile banking App and find that I have to try several times sometimes to log in. I receive messages when I am logging on sometimes asking ... Read More
Philippine Airlines going up in the world? by Lotus Eater
Philippine Airlines has now been invited to join the One World Alliance and will become fully integrated into the airline grouping by 2027. What does this mean for international travellers flying into and within the Philippines. If you fly on any of ...
@Cherryann01We were all put up in a hotel overnightWas that the airport hotel where you stated that the bedroom was infested with cockroaches? Can you recall the hotel name ? - @Lotus Eater No not the cockroach infested hotel. I am not sure but it ... Read More
"The major problems facing Phils Expats in next 2 years?" by PalawOne
For interest .. "What will be the major problems facing Philippine Expats within the next 2 years?" Asked of https://gemini.google.com & Gemini response:"The challenges facing expats in the Philippines over the next two years center around a ...
The two main reasons I am seriously looking to retire abroad are the cost of living and to escape the winters here in the UK. I have arthritis in my right knee and the cold, damp winters here do not help my condition, I have noticed on my last ... Read More
Philippine Airlines going up in the world? by Lotus Eater
Philippine Airlines has now been invited to join the One World Alliance and will become fully integrated into the airline grouping by 2027. What does this mean for international travellers flying into and within the Philippines. If you fly on any of ...
I have flown with Philippine Airlines only once and to be honest I had no problems and had no choice at the time. I flew from Manila to London Heathrow because my original flight with Cathay Pacific to Manchester, via Hong Kong developed technical ... Read More
Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01
I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...
@Cherryann01 A fantastic achievement from a young lady from a country not really known for tennis. Yes to her credit that is an achievement to get to the third round of the Wimbledon tennis championships. Just to qualify for the tournament is no ... Read More
Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01
I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...
Well approximately one year later and she has become a sporting sensation in the Philippines with fans flocking to see her matches. She has recently won a small grass court title here in the UK and is currently in the 3rd round of wimbledon, due to ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
@Cherryann01 So I guess that was a ‘Lap dog’ - @Lotus EaGood job it was not a Shih tzu Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia’s 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
@Brojeslov “Increasing foreign tourism would require a bigger capacity to scale up, such as further development and expansion of airports, seaports, accommodation facilities, mass transport, toll roads, and other infrastructure that would also ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
Here is a heart warming story for you but not concerning the Philippines so sorry about that.When I was married we got our daughter a Kitten and she named it Mittens and she was with us for about 5 years. When we got divorced we could not keep ... Read More
Philippines .. Love, Tell, Defend and Correct by PalawOne
By Joel Valdez, Philippines Citizen, via Philippines Expat Facebook GroupLove the country. Tell the truth about it. Defend it from enemies. Correct it from within.That should not be controversial. But apparently, in 2026, basic citizenship now needs ...
`Yes agree regards table manners. One thinks they spring from the family circle within your tribe social legacy.That is, meals are mainly your talking / bonding time, and the business of eating food is secondary. Take the family meal. Often eaten ... Read More
Where can I find qualified pet groomers in the Philippines? by kristens23
Hello everyone,I am trying to learn more about the pet grooming industry in the Philippines and would appreciate some guidance.Where would you recommend looking for qualified and experienced dog groomers in the Philippines? Are there particular ...
@Lotus Eater Bob may well be correct. The BBC did an article about countries that still eat cats and dogs in 2017 and it seems it was prevalent in certain areas in China, South Korea, The Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia and others. Taiwan banned this ... Read More
Philippine Airlines going up in the world? by Lotus Eater
Philippine Airlines has now been invited to join the One World Alliance and will become fully integrated into the airline grouping by 2027. What does this mean for international travellers flying into and within the Philippines. If you fly on any of ...
I have decided not to proceed and wait until about November after seeing videos of flooding in parts of Cebu and Davao recently and I am also concerned about internal flights and ferry crossings being affected by any possible storms. In the meantime ... Read More
Philippines .. Love, Tell, Defend and Correct by PalawOne
By Joel Valdez, Philippines Citizen, via Philippines Expat Facebook GroupLove the country. Tell the truth about it. Defend it from enemies. Correct it from within.That should not be controversial. But apparently, in 2026, basic citizenship now needs ...
@mati_steve Yes it’s not a good look is it. One would have thought that the common courtesies of life should transcend cultural practices. I actually find this rude behaviour quite off putting and I’m not trying to sound ... Read More
Philippine Airlines going up in the world? by Lotus Eater
Philippine Airlines has now been invited to join the One World Alliance and will become fully integrated into the airline grouping by 2027. What does this mean for international travellers flying into and within the Philippines. If you fly on any of ...
@Lotus Eater Like you know my favourite airline is Qatar but my last 3 visits have been with Qatar, Cathay Pacific and Saudi Airlines and I think out of my 8 visits to the Philippines I have only booked directly with the airline twice including last ... Read More
"The major problems facing Phils Expats in next 2 years?" by PalawOne
For interest .. "What will be the major problems facing Philippine Expats within the next 2 years?" Asked of https://gemini.google.com & Gemini response:"The challenges facing expats in the Philippines over the next two years center around a ...
@Aidan in HCMC "Third world country" is a bit harsh, isn't it? Rather than use an outdated pejorative, "developing country" would be a better fit, making one sound less the fossil. Sometimes these ' nomenclatures ' regarding a countries economic ... Read More
There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The £ at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
@Cherryann01 Another thing that holds me back is the travel advise given by the Foreign Office and the fact that travelling against Foreign Office advise will probably result in my travel insurance being null and void. I would not be too concerned ... Read More
There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The £ at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
@Lotus Eater Foreign Office Advisories do warn against travel to the Middle East and that includes transiting through those airports so although you are correct about travelling with Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong, travelling through places like Doha ... Read More
There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The £ at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
Well I am still sitting on the fence regarding booking another trip to the Philippines. Very hard to work out what will happen next with the war in the Middle East and how flights will be impacted if Trump decides to start bombing Iran again. I ... Read More
Women’s health and support systems in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines often means navigating a new healthcare system and social norms, particularly around women’s health. From finding the right medical support to understanding what’s openly discussed or not, ...
@Cheryl Although I do not live in the Philippines, I have visited 8 times and had several relationships while there. My current girlfriend was married but unfortunately her husband died some years ago. There is a Solo Parent Scheme in the ... Read More
There is always a silver lining by Lotus Eater
Any punters thinking of visiting the Philippines for the first time but are undecided now is the time.The US $ is trading at PHP61.45. The £ at PHP83.67. These are mid market rates.Some airlines are offering tempting prices not withstanding ...
I keep getting emails from Qatar Airlines offering discounts on selected routes - Bangkok being one of them and I do want to go back to the Philippines this year. For now though I have settled on a city break to Bratislava departing on Monday. Read More
100k budget for the house by Senyorita chubbylita
I want to ask for an advice very low budget for building a small house 2 bedrooms 1 toilet and bath small kitchen and dining thank you budget plan pls
The O/P had a budget of 100K Philippine Pesos and not 100K USD so I wonder what they managed to build if anything with their available funds. Looks like she was a OFW working in Hong Kong so maybe she managed to save more money to put towards the ... 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 ...
@PalawOne I was asked to give hockey a try and I did playing as an outfield player, cannot remember the position but our goalkeeper got injured because he was not wearing the face mask and got a nasty head injury. I volunteered to replace him and ... 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 ...
@Peter Clark Laarbruch was my posting in Germany - great times exploring Germany, Holland and neighbouring countries. Football on Sundays, squash and tennis sometimes, great food like you say and way too many beers. Somebody once told me that there ... 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 ...
@Peter Clark I served 10.5 years in the RAF, 2 in Germany near to the Dutch border and have a number of Dutch friends from my time there so would have happily sat down with a group of guys from The Netherlands for a chin wag although I have no ... 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 ...
@Peter Clark Lotus writes, "I have never been a fan of online dating as its so easy to meet girls when you are there but 'different strokes for different folks' as the saying goes." - @Lotus Eater At our age, with love it's like shopping. We can ... 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 ...
I wonder if Slowdown23 is still active on this Forum and if he is would provide an update on his trip to the Philippines in 2023. I understand that he was looking for love 13 years before retirement and hoping to visit meet a suitable lady and keep ... Read More
Planning to visit Philippines next month by Gregory Koch
Hi guysI am planning to visit Philippines next month, any recommendations, suggestions, advises are welcomeI am based in Kansas planning to travel soloWhat could I do and which are the best spots for 7-8 days?So if you have tips or anything ...
I would add one thing to Skip Scott's great advise and that is that if you do decide to fly straight to the Philippines and not make a layover somewhere nearby, Cebu is a good option. Going back 7 years or so to my first visit, I remember my final ... Read More
Planning to visit Philippines next month by Gregory Koch
Hi guysI am planning to visit Philippines next month, any recommendations, suggestions, advises are welcomeI am based in Kansas planning to travel soloWhat could I do and which are the best spots for 7-8 days?So if you have tips or anything ...
7 to 8 days is hardly long enough to travel that much but since you are coming from the US I assume that you will be visiting other countries on your travels and the Philippines is just one of them. If that is the case I would skip spending much ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero, Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
danfinn said . . . Today on this thread, between Fred and Steve and TDS, it is truly "Hate America Day", as evil Trump attempts to relieve the planet of the spectre of a thermonuclear holocaust brought on by the rest of the world standing by, as a ... Read More
Quality of customer service in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in the Philippines, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, ...
I have mentioned this before but it seems like a good time to mention it again. I do not live in the Philippines but have been there 8 times over the last 6 or 7 years and on my last visit my girlfriend had really bad toothache and an abscess which ... Read More
Philippine vinegar .. cane, coconut and palm by PalawOne
`"How vinegar has given Filipino food a sour kick for centuries, from adobo to dipping sauce"Cooks in the Philippines have used the ‘ingredient of 2026’ to bring out complexity in dishes long before the condiment started trendingTribune ...
Well P1, personally a bit of vinegar now and again on fish and chips can be delightful but the use here has been stemmed in cooking but the guys certainly love it with snacks like green mango or papaya, cucumber etc. their choice. I love vinegar for ... Read More
Philippine vinegar .. cane, coconut and palm by PalawOne
`"How vinegar has given Filipino food a sour kick for centuries, from adobo to dipping sauce"Cooks in the Philippines have used the ‘ingredient of 2026’ to bring out complexity in dishes long before the condiment started trendingTribune ...
Apart from using Sarsons Vinegar on Fish & Chips and Balsamic Vinegar on salads, the main usage I have for the stuff is to remove stains from my laundry. Of all the countries I have been to I can honestly say that the Philippines is probably one ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I’m coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
`Bob, sounds to me that you need to get-up off yr arseand get moving, while you can. What you need is a bigman friend. Hire big bi-lingual security guards for a dayor so to pretend to be your long-lost mate, and, also toput wind up your young ... Read More
Philippines and the ME War by PalawOne
ME war may jolt electricity bills: Bombing of refineries causes jittersBy Maria Romero, Lisa Marie Apacible 05 Mar 2026The Middle East (ME) crisis could trigger a domino effect, driving up not only fuel prices but also electricity ...
@PalawOne Marcos implements 4-day work week in gov't agencies to cushion expected oil supply woes." So the bureaucrats get an extra day off. Some would say they only do 4 days work anyway such is the slothesome nature of civil servants. The average ... Read More
Presently living in South Florida, moving as soon as I am able by marcfladell
This is the first time I've tried researching the Philippines through an expat chat room. I don't know what I don't know but I want to learn. I would like to strike up a conversation with those similarly situated.
Just to give you an idea of what Lotus Eater means by scams , I will give you 2 examples of scams that filipinas tried on me when I was chatting to them online. I had met both in person, the first one twice, the second one once. The first one got ... Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I’m coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
@Enzyte I've been considering on moving out and have checked out renting a condo: Jazz Residence Makati, Uptown BGC Condo, Shore Residences & Light Residences. They have retail businesses on the first & second floors. If you decided to go ... Read More
Cebu quiet? Possible? by Moab762
I hope to move to Cebu Island from Panglou Island, Bohol next month. I'm hoping to find a quiet place to live. (I know that's an oxymoron in the Phillipines.) One to an hour and a half outside Cebu City is preferable. But outskirts is fine too. A ...
Since my girlfriend is from Lapu Lapu (I am in the UK), I did a little research and there is a pace 1 to 1.5 hours from Cebu City called Balamban which is nestled in the cooler hills of Western Cebu. What I read said it offered a peaceful lifestyle ... Read More
New High Seas Treaty by PalawOne
China and DiplomacyWill new High Seas Treaty open a fresh front-line in South China Sea disputes?Effective January 17, the framework protects unique marine biodiversity and ecosystems in areas beyond any individual country’s ...
Heh . . . . a little long - @Enzyte Bob Agreed Bob - we will be on page 2 soon haha Read More
Long Term Stay in PH by RoyHolland
Hi everyone.I’m coming to Cebu from the UK and will be staying four weeks.This is not my first visit to PH as I have visited three times and travelled from Banaue to Cagayan De Oro and many places in between. But my last visit was about twelve ...
I would like to chip in with some advise that I was given previously by Lotus Eater and it did make a great deal of sense to me and I am in a similar situation to the O/P - renting here in the UK. The advice was that if I could afford to - Spend the ... Read More
Buy British by Enzyte Bob
Today on FB an add popped up saying Buy British, it said Authentic British Groceries.Since it seems URL's get blocked here, just Google Buy British Philippines.
Give me a nice English pork pie when I'm in the UK Maybe some delicious fish and chips. Not going to happen here. I make our fish and chips here, not battered but crumbed and like the chips shallow fried. When SM opened locally here they had an ... Read More
Buy British by Enzyte Bob
Today on FB an add popped up saying Buy British, it said Authentic British Groceries.Since it seems URL's get blocked here, just Google Buy British Philippines.
@bigpearl Hope you have a great time in Hong Kong. I was there just under a year ago for a dew days and loved the place, food and people. I stayed Kowloon side and loved walking down by the bay. Read More
China and Philippines by PalawOne
This is a bit creepy ..My wife and friends are currently in the middle of PalawanThe island is 20klm wide, from east to west, where we farmEarlier this week, waking up on the farm, they were shaken by a loud explosion. Numbers of folks told me ...
@Lotus Eater Good look with your language course with your beautiful, sexy teacher. Read More
China and Philippines by PalawOne
This is a bit creepy ..My wife and friends are currently in the middle of PalawanThe island is 20klm wide, from east to west, where we farmEarlier this week, waking up on the farm, they were shaken by a loud explosion. Numbers of folks told me ...
cherryann01 asked . . . Can somebody please explain to me why Americans call a liquid gas, I have always wondered why. ******************* (1) Gas . . . . is short for Gasoline a liquid. (2) LPG is short for Liquified Petroleum Gas - @Enzyte Bob ... Read More
China and Philippines by PalawOne
This is a bit creepy ..My wife and friends are currently in the middle of PalawanThe island is 20klm wide, from east to west, where we farmEarlier this week, waking up on the farm, they were shaken by a loud explosion. Numbers of folks told me ...
bigpearl said . . . . Dan, Drill baby Drill, Climate change is a hoax, Affordability is a hoax, Shoot anyone that disagrees with me. ************************** President Trump said in Davos "The new green deal is a Hoax". Al Gore who was at Davos ... Read More
Renewal of 13A by Enzyte Bob
Sometime ago I ask if anyone used an agency for renewal of the 13A, the reason is because I had a major obstacle which I did not disclose on this forum when I asked for help.As you know the 13A grants you permanent status if married to a Filipino. ...
So sorry to hear about your loss Bob but glad you managed to get your 13A sorted. Read More
TOURISM IN THE PHILIPPINES by Enzyte Bob
Recently I saw this Tourism chart, I don't how accurate it is. Remember when the saying was: Don't believe anything you hear and only half what you see, well with IT, Social Media & News Reporting who knows what.Well AnywaysTourism from January ...
@Andy_1963 I will be visiting Boracay after a month in Cebu. Noticed the logistics needed to get from the airport to the beach resort. At least I am three years younger than you are so am OK with getting some steps in. Perhaps I should have made the ... Read More
Hi, Health Coverage for Expats in Cebu by uhrigg
Hello, I am new here and have no clue what I am doing but... anyways..I just got here to Cebu and I am wondering about health insurance/coverage.. any input ..Thanks..btw, I am George
Check out a post of mine from 12 July 2025 titled Healthcare In The Philippines. It explains about a vlogger who interviewed and Ex Pat on the subject and he had experience in the field and was talking about Cebu. See if you can find the video by ... Read More
Cebu/Lapu-Lapu by Wandsworthbob
Hi I'm looking for a bit of advice, tips or any help really. I'm a uk expat who's lived in Thailand for 20 years, I've never visited the Philippines but I'm considering doing a few weeks a couple of times a year. I'll be coming over for April and ...
Try the Sports Bars of which there seem to be a few in Lapu Lapu although I have never been in one there. Back in May/June I was staying in Cebu City and went into a Sports Bar called Billy's which was near my hotel and not far from the Ayala Mall. ... Read More
TOURISM IN THE PHILIPPINES by Enzyte Bob
Recently I saw this Tourism chart, I don't how accurate it is. Remember when the saying was: Don't believe anything you hear and only half what you see, well with IT, Social Media & News Reporting who knows what.Well AnywaysTourism from January ...
I actually love Boracay and have visited twice. I do understand what Andy said about the difficulty of getting there but the last time I visited (November), I paid the premium for a resort transfer and everything ran smoothly. Of course the charge ... Read More
Cebu debut: locations? by It2VN
In March I'm heading to Cebu to see if it could be a place to settle. My idea is to spend a month or two initially in Cebu city or one of its divisions or adjacent cities (Mandaue etc).Staying in a hotel upon arrival then renting an apartment in a ...
In March I'm heading to Cebu to see if it could be a place to settle. My idea is to spend a month or two initially in Cebu city or one of its divisions or adjacent cities (Mandaue etc). Staying in a hotel upon arrival then renting an apartment in a ... Read More
Cebu debut: locations? by It2VN
In March I'm heading to Cebu to see if it could be a place to settle. My idea is to spend a month or two initially in Cebu city or one of its divisions or adjacent cities (Mandaue etc).Staying in a hotel upon arrival then renting an apartment in a ...
Check out a video by Chad Foster from 6 months ago (7 minuets from IT PArk). He visits a friend living in an apartment block by Marco Polo Plaza and gives a room tour. The rooms look big and according to the video there is a Farmers Market every ... Read More
Landing in Manila need to go to Beguio by thepvcbikeguy
I need a little help with some information I'll be landing on April 5th at 4 pm in Manila. I need to go to Baggio. I'd like to get a sleeper bus round-trip coming back on May 1, Early morning. I am new to the Philippines, so my dilemma is how to get ...
@Cherryann01 If you are going to see a young lady that you have met on a dating site.. And if the above is the case and she (given your trepidation on taking a bus on your own) agrees to meet you at the airport. Bail out. I did relate this ... Read More
Landing in Manila need to go to Beguio by thepvcbikeguy
I need a little help with some information I'll be landing on April 5th at 4 pm in Manila. I need to go to Baggio. I'd like to get a sleeper bus round-trip coming back on May 1, Early morning. I am new to the Philippines, so my dilemma is how to get ...
There are plenty of youTube Videos on the journey from Manila to Baguio and they show you the coach depot you depart from and give you information about the different classes of accommodation available on the coach and how and where to purchase your ... Read More
My Recent Trip to The Philippines by Cherryann01
Just thought I would share some of my experiences from my recent vacation to the Philippines via a 4 night stop over in Jakarta. Firstly a massive thank you to Lotus Eater for meeting me in Jakarta, recommending the Wyndham Hotel and for the ...
@Lotus Eater Booking a trip to Bradford haha not sure how Bradford ever got a nomination for City of Culture never mind being awarded the honour. Must have been down to our lovely weather girl Keeley Donovan I suppose although she was born in ... Read More
My Recent Trip to The Philippines by Cherryann01
Just thought I would share some of my experiences from my recent vacation to the Philippines via a 4 night stop over in Jakarta. Firstly a massive thank you to Lotus Eater for meeting me in Jakarta, recommending the Wyndham Hotel and for the ...
@Lotus Eater Yes unfortunately I would rather be back in the Philippines. It has taken me a couple of weeks to adjust to the weather back home. Cold, dark, damp and windy just about sums it up and I was also full of cold for a few days last week. ... Read More
My Recent Trip to The Philippines
Just thought I would share some of my experiences from my recent vacation to the Philippines via a 4 night stop over in Jakarta. Firstly a massive thank you to Lotus Eater for meeting me in Jakarta, recommending the Wyndham Hotel and for the ... Read More
My wife and I retired to her native Philippines over 3 years ago. by gdoverfutures
Hello/Greetings,I am Glynn Dover and my wife is Maribel Dover.My wife and I retired to her native Philippines over 3 years ago. We recently moved into our newly constructed home in Barangay Himaya, El Salvador City near Cagayan De Oro City. I was ...
Welcome to the Forum. I hope your wife and yourself are settled in your new home and enjoying life there in the Philippines. you seem to have plenty of interests to pass the time there so good luck and all the best for your future. Read More
Green Apple Dental Clinic - Mactan Newtown
Since I have had my gripes before about things in the Philippines I think it is only fair that I should also mention something positive. On my recent visit my girlfriend developed toothache and we went in search to find a dentist. We were staying at ... Read More
Nigi Nigi Noo Noos & Noo Noo Noo's by Lotus Eater
Just heard from our very own roving reporter in the Philippines (AKA Cherryann) who is currently on location with his new gorgeous Filipina GF in Boracay.Unfortunaley its sad news. Well kind of. The renowned beach bar Nigi Nigi Noos + Noo Noo's ...
@Brojeslov Yes I would say the number of western people was about 1/3 like you observed. There were a lot of Russian people or Russian speaking people there though at the resort I stayed in and out and about. Read More
Nigi Nigi Noo Noos & Noo Noo Noo's by Lotus Eater
Just heard from our very own roving reporter in the Philippines (AKA Cherryann) who is currently on location with his new gorgeous Filipina GF in Boracay.Unfortunaley its sad news. Well kind of. The renowned beach bar Nigi Nigi Noos + Noo Noo's ...
The bar was absolutely packed last night by 8pm so we could not find a seat at the bar or at a table. The new venue opens 16 November and celebrates with free shots also for customers. Pleasant evening though with a nice meal nearby and there was a ... Read More
RESTAMPING by vehicross100
Has anyone recently needed to have their 13a Visa Restamped in new passport for annual reporting ?
I can’t remember if there were passport gates on my arrival in Manila and Cebu but I do have a stamp in my passport dated 9 November- my arrival date in The Philippines. Read More
Typhoon Uwan by pnwcyclist
Back to back typhoons.. Cebu got slammed bad by Tino (Kalmaegi) last week. I hope everyone on Luzon is safe and sound this time around. Steve I just looked and it was over La Union, hope all are fine.
I think I made it into and out of Manila on 8/9 November just in time. I received the warning about the Typhoon in Jakarta and was constantly checking for flight cancellations. Arrived in Manila just before 5am on 9 November and departed on another ... Read More
Nigi Nigi Noo Noos & Noo Noo Noo's by Lotus Eater
Just heard from our very own roving reporter in the Philippines (AKA Cherryann) who is currently on location with his new gorgeous Filipina GF in Boracay.Unfortunaley its sad news. Well kind of. The renowned beach bar Nigi Nigi Noos + Noo Noo's ...
My plan is to go there tonight and check it out and confirm if the story about moving is true.Lotus Eater - Is it ok if I send you the picture of the new location. I am not very good at uploading anything on this site.Ofcourse I will gladly accept ... Read More
Here we go again: It's the Philippines. by Enzyte Bob
I'm about to switch off my third internet provider (Converge).I've little or no internet for over three weeks now, Download .2 mbs upload 320 mbs. Customer service is non existent, just like so many of the other institutions and businesses. I've ...
If I remember correctly Bob, your wife is a Filipina. Would it not be easier for everything to be done in her name since I am reasonably sure she must have a TIN Number. Read More
Skytrax 100 2025 by Lotus Eater
The 2025 London based Skytrax 100 airline rankings are now out.No big changes in the top 10. Qatar Airways retains the top spot so be prepared to be pampered Cherryann on your forthcoming flight to Jakarta at least on the 1st leg. Garuda Indonesia ...
@Lotus Eater This will be my 8th trip to the Philippines and the second time with Qatar Airlines. Previously I have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific (x2) and Saudi Airlines. I forget the airlines I used on my other 2 trips but for me Qatar were ... Read More
Deportation Philippines by comprive
I am almost living 20 years in the Philippines and I had a case in the Netherlands based on a charge 23 years ago. Here I have no bad records.The bureau of Immigration Philippines made a charge sheet and deportation order. (WLO)The case in the ...
I am no expert on this but I think that if you did not declare this open criminal case against you in the Netherlands when you moved to the Philippines they may have the right to deport you. It seems from what you have stated that they only found ... Read More
Filipino Gang Life by Cherryann01
For any of you who have access and are interested in this subject. i recently watched a programme on the BBC about Filipino Gang Life in Manila with Ashley Cain a former football player and found it very interesting. In the programme he talks to ...
@Cherryann01I saw this documentary I think on BBC 3 suitably sanitized for the Gen Z demographic. Don’t want ‘Auntie ‘to upset them too much do we? Ashley Cain trying to look ‘hard’ with the shaved head and long beard. ... Read More
Filipino Gang Life by Cherryann01
For any of you who have access and are interested in this subject. i recently watched a programme on the BBC about Filipino Gang Life in Manila with Ashley Cain a former football player and found it very interesting. In the programme he talks to ...
Different to gangs in any other country Cherry? Your thoughts? Cheers, Steve. - @bigpearl I think so although Ashley Cain did sit down and speak in a meeting to several gang members who admitted that they had killed people and dealt out beatings and ... Read More
Filipino Gang Life
For any of you who have access and are interested in this subject. i recently watched a programme on the BBC about Filipino Gang Life in Manila with Ashley Cain a former football player and found it very interesting. In the programme he talks to ... Read More
E travel Ph by drumtones
hello, does anyone know if you can just do this online and print it out & whether this is acceptable to enter the Philippines? I can't get any sense out the people assigned to help with this in the ...
@Cherryann01 next trip in November I have 5 different accommodation bookings. You will be waking up in the middle of the night not aware of which hotel, city or country you are in CA. Just remember to get the name right of the person laying next to ... Read More
E travel Ph by drumtones
hello, does anyone know if you can just do this online and print it out & whether this is acceptable to enter the Philippines? I can't get any sense out the people assigned to help with this in the ...
When completing the E travel PH does anybody actually list every address they are staying at when in the Philippines if there are multiple addresses/Resorts/Hotels? Just asking because I think I have only listed a couple on previous visits and ... Read More
Meat pies and sausage rolls. by bigpearl
Been a little thin on the ground here for 5/6 days with postings/replies.I'll try this. What I desperately miss here is a decent meat pie let alone a sausage roll here in my province of over 800K people, nada. For me I can't even find sausage mince ...
I have now booked my trip directly with Qatar Airlines from Manchester to Jakarta and returning from Cebu to Manchester. Booked the Jakarta to Cebu via Manila leg with Cebu Pacific. 4 nights in Jakarta then off to Cebu, stay there for 2 nights then ... Read More
Need a Blood Donor by Braat7
I'm living in Angeles City. I have a pretty extensive spinal surgery in Medical City Clark coming up. Problem: I'm A negative blood type...and it turns out that is pretty rare in the Philippines. Almost all of the country is either ...
@Braat7 I am O-neg, but I don't think that anyone over 60 is allowed to donate. Correct me if I am wrong. - @bbazor I Googled it and it said up to 65 in the Philippines. Here in the UK I believe you can give blood up to the age of 72 if you have ... Read More
Moral turpitude by Paulamcconville
Hello everyone. I have a few charges on my record one being manufacturing of Marijuana, another petty theft, another criminal damaging and a telecommunications fraud along with a d.u.i. I was in a really bad place during this time and have not been ...
Lotus Eater said to . . . .Paulamcconville: I would start by changing your name. *********************** & buy trip insurance. - @Enzyte Bob I don't think the travel insurance company will pay out if he is denied entry since it is up to the ... Read More
Meat pies and sausage rolls. by bigpearl
Been a little thin on the ground here for 5/6 days with postings/replies.I'll try this. What I desperately miss here is a decent meat pie let alone a sausage roll here in my province of over 800K people, nada. For me I can't even find sausage mince ...
@Cherryann01 Ok I put in the dates of Nov 4th to Dec 2 (if I recall). I arrive in Jakarta on Wednesday the 5th. Will be there until Monday 10th when I fly down to Lombok. Back in Jakarta about a week later and then fly on to Makassar. Qatar with ... Read More