Jeff
@Johnny5
Canadian expat in the Philippines
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Makati
Speaks English, Little French
Registration: 10 October 2011
Any native English speakers (N. America) in Cebu looking for work?
We are looking for an outbound sales agent in Cebu if you (or know anyone) might be interested. It is performance based with great incentives selling a simple product PM me for more info Thanks, J Read More
New girl in Cebu City by ReneeMW
Hi everybody! I'm Renee, an Australian girl from Melbourne, now living in Cebu City. I am the daughter of a Filipina mother and Australian father and grew up in Oz. I have been to the Philippines twice before in my life: once on a family trip at ...
Hi Renee! Hope all is well and you're enjoying Cebu... You'll meet lots of expats out here and actually quite a few auzzies... We have a decent group of expats out here that usually head out for drinks on the weekends if you are looking to meet ... Read More
Touristic business in Cebu by Challenger27
Hi everybody, I would like to know if launching a business in Cebu is profitable,like opening a Hotel or Restaurant... Is it expensive &/or complicated ? Many thanks in advance for your advices..:)
I have been here only 1.5 years but have seen countless people open businesses and watch them fail... Most people love the idea of coming here to thrive, but remember.. most of what you can do here... the locals can do with much smaller profit ... Read More
Cebu Meetup by Johnny5
Hi Everyone! I'm heading to Cebu Jan 28th and was wondering if any expats are up for grabbing a beer or 2? let me know! J
I've been here a month now and actually met a great group of people... If you're up for a beer sometime... Just let me know... Read More
Short Term Rentals in Cebu City
Hello! Just getting settled here in Cebu and wanted to offer my thoughts to those planning on coming here on a 1-2 month stay... I looked around for months online before coming to Cebu for a short term rental and ended up at the Tune Hotel next to ... Read More
planning to buy house in cebu for 1million peso by appleswed
hi! im Apple and i am from sweden, me and my husband are planing to buy a house in Cebu and we only have 1million peso budget for that. if someone knows theres a house for sale please let me know as soon possible! Thanks/Apple
Hi Apple! Is your PM box full yet? :P You will find there are LOTS of Realtors here that are willing to help out... But just be careful when buying out here... Are you or your husband Filipino? If not, I think you'll be limited to a condo as you ... Read More
hello by nitin740
hiiii everyone.... how are you all??? i need a small help if anyone can help me...about philippines
I am still trying to figure out what he was looking for? As many of the other members mentioned... roaming is expensive and not very practical... I have roaming with my Canadian number so I can use it here in the Phils if my friends/family want to ... Read More
hello by nitin740
hiiii everyone.... how are you all??? i need a small help if anyone can help me...about philippines
Nitin - Why didn't you start by saying 'a Philippine mobile service provider with offices in India'? You said a 'roaming Philippine number'... Which is a Philippine number that can be used outside of the service area (country)... Anyway, I tried ... Read More
Life in Philippines by rey0123
Hello, I will be visiting Manila, Angeles Cebu and Boracay. The purpose of the trip is to determine where I would like to live. I was raised in Miami FL USA so Id like to have the city feel but im not interested in living somewhere too congested. ...
Hey Rey.. I lived in Makati for a year and have been to all the paces you mentioned... With your budget of $1,500 you are VERY limited as the cheapest 'liveable' budget hotels are going to be $25/day which will be $750/month and you'll only have ... Read More
hello by nitin740
hiiii everyone.... how are you all??? i need a small help if anyone can help me...about philippines
Hi Kaushal, Maybe I misunderstood the first post... I thought he was looking for a Philippines number that he could use in India (roaming)? That is why I told him to contact the service providers and check with them... I am from Canada and can use ... Read More
need 2nd hand iphone cellphone by vijaykumar1975
Hi all, I am in manila and i need 2nd hand iphone like 3g,3gs,4g,4gs, samsung ( android) cellphones in best prise and need more than 200 quantity. And its regurlar business if provide. So anyone help or suggest that how i will my step? Advance ...
Hi Jantris... I completely disagree... I would rather purchase a large bulk order with my credit card (for protection) than buying through a 2nd hand shop in the Phils... 2 reasons: 1. Cheaper 2. Better protection (exchange/refunds) I don't know ... Read More
I am not sure how to use this forum by itzdavid
I just joined up and would like information for leaving Australia to live in Cebu? Thank you......David
Hey David... Sell everything that's not essential or have nostalgic value... Tv's pc's and any electronics that aren't easily transported, sell... Just bring the necessities... I left my valuables back in Canada in a safety deposit box... ... Read More
Opinions on buying silver in Philippines?
Personal? Or part of your business? Read More
Cebu Meetup by Johnny5
Hi Everyone! I'm heading to Cebu Jan 28th and was wondering if any expats are up for grabbing a beer or 2? let me know! J
It's quiet in here... Nobody up for grabbing some beers? J Read More
I am not sure how to use this forum by itzdavid
I just joined up and would like information for leaving Australia to live in Cebu? Thank you......David
Hi David! I wish all the best for you and your fiancee! I know lot's of people will question the age difference... but who cares? as long as your happy, right? Her family seems great and hopefully it stays that way... In regards to them 'taking ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Yes... You can own a condo... However, be very careful! There are many people that will try to sell you new condos that aren't built or don't have their 'occupancy' permits yet... These can be HUGE issues... There are only a small handful of ... Read More
need 2nd hand iphone cellphone by vijaykumar1975
Hi all, I am in manila and i need 2nd hand iphone like 3g,3gs,4g,4gs, samsung ( android) cellphones in best prise and need more than 200 quantity. And its regurlar business if provide. So anyone help or suggest that how i will my step? Advance ...
Hi Jantris... Why wouldn't you advise to buy in bulk? It's much less expensive? Your payment is covered through PayPal and if you buy through eBay they offer 'Buyer Protection'... and you can see the seller's reputation and feedback on ... Read More
I am not sure how to use this forum by itzdavid
I just joined up and would like information for leaving Australia to live in Cebu? Thank you......David
Hi David, Welcome! I would suggest browsing around and searching the forums... lots of good stuff to read... You might want to start be searching requirements to live in the Phils... then start searching costs/places to live etc... All the ... Read More
foreigners,expats in the philippines who........
Shouldn't this be posted under classifieds? Read More
just say hi..:-)
Pretty broad questions... What are you looking for? Beautiful country, great people, nice beaches.... Of course there are some downsides too... but there are in every country... Ciao for now, J Read More
need 2nd hand iphone cellphone by vijaykumar1975
Hi all, I am in manila and i need 2nd hand iphone like 3g,3gs,4g,4gs, samsung ( android) cellphones in best prise and need more than 200 quantity. And its regurlar business if provide. So anyone help or suggest that how i will my step? Advance ...
Basic search "Buy bulk cell phones" in google http://importer.alibaba.com/buy-bulk-cell-phones-importer.html http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170968759524&item=170968759524&lgeo=1&vectorid=229466 People that are moving bulk ... Read More
Where else to find ice cold beer in Makati area? by Chula Carole
Where/ what / which place can you find ice cold beer, cold AC that has a smoking area, good food, good service, where the yuppies/ professionals go, a decent place, a top of the line resto bar? Thank you.
I can't remember the price of beer at Hardrock as I drink Vodka... Vodkas are about 250php if I remember correctly (I havent been there for a while)... Outback is ok.. but... I found the crowd to be a little 'weird' last time I was there... had no ... Read More
Online Shopping or Home Delivery Services Philippines by Victoria99
What are the major online shopping websites or home delivery services in the philippines ?
Great ideas! I didn't know there were so many options... I've been ordering everything on ebay.com and paying way too much in shipping ... J Read More
Visa overstay 3 days
Hello, I have a buddy that overstays sometimes and just pays at the airport... If you have extra time, you will save a few bucks going to an immigration office, but I would rather show up at the airport an hour earlier and have it dealt with... ... Read More
need 2nd hand iphone cellphone by vijaykumar1975
Hi all, I am in manila and i need 2nd hand iphone like 3g,3gs,4g,4gs, samsung ( android) cellphones in best prise and need more than 200 quantity. And its regurlar business if provide. So anyone help or suggest that how i will my step? Advance ...
Hello, Your best bet is to order them online... I just bought a couple here (in Canada) that I plan to bring there in a couple weeks because they are too expensive to buy in the Phils... Are you shipping them overseas or selling them in the ... Read More
Where else to find ice cold beer in Makati area? by Chula Carole
Where/ what / which place can you find ice cold beer, cold AC that has a smoking area, good food, good service, where the yuppies/ professionals go, a decent place, a top of the line resto bar? Thank you.
Hard Rock Cafe has an air-conditioned area for smokers... Beers are pretty cold... 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, ...
Well I guess everyoneÂ’s entitled to their own opinionÂ… People might have different upbringing and yeah maybe to someone $ 5000 is nothing.Who said $5000 is nothing??? Jubhie... I'm confused with your posts... Sure, everyone is entitled to their ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Sounds good Wayne! Also, be leery of all the Realtors that register on here just to target expats... Spend some time in the Phils before deciding if you want to buy or not... I have spoken to numerous expats that have bought and regretted it... ... 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, ...
Well Im a Filipina but having a business here in the Philippines is not a good idea, I loose a lot of money in my business before, now I realize its even better to spend it traveling and enjoying instead of wasting for nothing,So much nonsense ... 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, ...
well instead of wasting your money...bhaving a business is still the best way to go about stuff... youd still have to save instead of wasting it for nonsense... yes, there would be people whod try to take advantage of you but i dont think that ... Read More
Cebu Meetup
Hi Everyone! I'm heading to Cebu Jan 28th and was wondering if any expats are up for grabbing a beer or 2? let me know! J Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Davao is less expensive than Cebu, the second safest city in Asia, Cebu has some nice subdivisions but the city is old and dirtyIs there much to do there? I was thinking of checking it out... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Great! Would just be nice to meet some other expats there. 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 can live a good life already with that monthly income... I would also suggest venturing on a businessI would not recommend this at all... unless you have researched in GREAT detail the business you want to pursue... In the year I lived there, I ... 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, ...
It really depends.... I think $5,000 is decent if you live in Makati and depends on your lifestyle... 2k/month for a nice place and $100/day spending money if you like to eat out and go out a lot... You can still live off 2-3k/month there... but as ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Hi Wayne! I just spent a year in Makati and couldn't survive off of $1,800/month... However, I hear Cebu is less expensive... I've actually lived in both Thai and Phils and find Thailand less expensive (basically 1/2 price) when comparing ... Read More
Looking to open Small Call Center to grow my company by eugenedna
Hey guys I need some help. I have been looking for a call center company in Philippines. I got some quotes but the price just does not make sense, compare to what I hear these workers are getting paid. After doing some reading it looks like I can ...
Petrih gave you the best advice... Do it in a province as it's cheaper and you get reliable staff... I've hired people in Manila for 1,000/day and my turnover was high... people would change jobs all the time... If I were you, I would hire some ... Read More
Trip to Philippines by rey0123
Hey all, I will be landing in Manila on 14MAY13 and dont have to fly out again until 10JUN13. Im looking for frineds to show me around and travel. Id like to see Angeles City, Cebu, Boracay and Davao. If anyone is interested or has any good ...
I'll be around in Cebu or Bohol at that time... if you're in the neighborhood let me know... Read More
moving to boracay by jrchopper1
hi all my business partner and i are looking at moving to the phillipine to boracay can any of you give us some good advice and what is the easiest way to go about this i have a british passport and he has a south african one . we would like to go ...
I would advise to keep your business in it's current country (if it's stable) and not to plan on making a substantial income over here... If it's a matter of just keeping yourself occupied, I would suggest getting a little restaurant/bar on the ... Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Chiang Mai by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Chiang Mai. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Chiang Mai. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a ...
You can do a month-by-month rental at View Doi Mansion for I think 5,000 B/Month... I stayed there last year and it was nice and clean.. Read More
Fishing Trip?
Hello, I was thinking of arranging a day trip and wanted to see if there is any interest from anyone here? If there is, I will look into group pricing... Just post on here and let me know... Thanks, J Read More
Seeking backpackers for accommodation in Cebu. by dkcape
Hi All. Am looking to visit Philippines and Cebu for the first time,early next year and may stay up to two months.I have seen on the net a backpackers in Cebu City called Cebu Guesthouse,it is in Mango Avenue.Am told it could be in a noisy part of ...
there are a few cheap monthly rentals there (I've heard)... I think Winland Towers and JY Crown Palace work out to be approx. 500-600 Pesos/day if you rent on a monthly basis... Read More
Monthly Vacation Rentals Near Ayala by Johnny5
Helllooo! Anyone know of any hotels in Cebu that are walking distance to Ayala with aircon, cable tv and wifi that offer discounted monthly rates? I am looking for something around 30K I was thinking of getting a condo but staying just one month ...
Sounds like a good deal... Did you have to sign a contract for a minimum term? 6 months? a year? Thanks! J Read More
Monthly Vacation Rentals Near Ayala by Johnny5
Helllooo! Anyone know of any hotels in Cebu that are walking distance to Ayala with aircon, cable tv and wifi that offer discounted monthly rates? I am looking for something around 30K I was thinking of getting a condo but staying just one month ...
Thanks Lee and Neo! I will look into both... I was hoping to be close to Ayala to just make my trips to the gym a little more convenient... Neo... Is there a gym near JY? Also, do you pay for Internet and cable? Thanks! J Read More
Monthly Vacation Rentals Near Ayala
Helllooo! Anyone know of any hotels in Cebu that are walking distance to Ayala with aircon, cable tv and wifi that offer discounted monthly rates? I am looking for something around 30K I was thinking of getting a condo but staying just one month ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I understand what you mean... I lived in Thailand for 3 years and seen the same type of westerners there as I've seen in the Phils... So, Winland Towers is a decent place to stay? I'm thinking about just getting a hotel next to Ayala for a week ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Rstnpce... Yeah, that's why I'm looking for other places to go... Not interested in going back to Mango Square... I lived in Makati last year and hung out with a bunch of expats and there were lots of monthly meetups (done through ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I've only been in Cebu on my way over to Bohol... Went to Mango Square but that's it... I don't know Cebu well at all.. I will go back though in January and probably stay a few months or longer.. Where are some good places there? J Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Rstpnce... I already set up a Meetup Group last week... Anyone interested here's the link... http://www.meetup.com/Cebu-Social-Scene/ Thanks! J Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Rstnpce... I'm back in Canada now on holidays (Christmas and New Years) but back in January... If you get some people together and it works out, let me know! What do you study there? I work online but just a couple hours/day and getting bored in ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Hi Rstpnce... I understand what you mean... I will work on getting something set up for end of Jan... beginning of feb... What kind of work are you doing in Cebu? J Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Helllooo! I created at meetup.com group for people in Cebu... but nobody joined yet :P Anyone interested in going out for drinks/food/checking out Cebu city (or city close by).. let me know :) I am in Canada now but will be there soon and would ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Cebu by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Cebu Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
I was in Manila for 9.5 months and just got back to Canada for a holiday... Will be going back in January and will be staying in Cebu for the first week... I will try to set up a time and day for a meetup and go for some drinks... Chat soon! J Read More
Anyone in Bohol?
Just some group outings... Back in Canada until January though :P But when I get back would be great to organize some island hopping and nights out... J Read More
Anyone in Bohol?
Anyone living in Bohol? Trying to get some events organized in Bohol... Let me know! Jeff Read More
3rd month and still no friends by 5000iujk
Hi,im stephanie and ive been here for 3 months.I love the Philippines,its a beautiful country but its not been easy making friends. I am studying to have a 2nd degree (cos i dont like what i studied earlier)online and i dont have a job,but i have ...
Hi Steph! I was just in Makati for 9 months and only had a small group of expat friends... I work online and hung out in Makati to be around my buddies... but now I think I might make a move.. I am back in Canada now for a few months but will be ... Read More
Who's up for some drinks and dancing? (Sept 21, 2012 Friday) by Resuri_Ann
Hello friends were having some get together tomorrow, please see below details: Date- September 21, 2012 (Friday) Venue- Spicy Finger, Greenbelt Makati Time- 9:30 PM Budget- Php 300.00/each Pricelist- San mig light (Php 120.00) Vodka (Php190.00)/ ...
I'm up for any of those places... just let me know when... We can try to get a group together... Read More
Who's up for some drinks and dancing? (Sept 21, 2012 Friday) by Resuri_Ann
Hello friends were having some get together tomorrow, please see below details: Date- September 21, 2012 (Friday) Venue- Spicy Finger, Greenbelt Makati Time- 9:30 PM Budget- Php 300.00/each Pricelist- San mig light (Php 120.00) Vodka (Php190.00)/ ...
yup... I was there... Let me know where and when you all want to go out again Read More
expats locations by blvdbum7
as i prepare to move to phils., am considering locations, and observe expats primarily 5 areas listed. my obvious ?? is why only these 5???
Hi, Expats here live in various areas for various reasons... search around a little on what the different areas have to offer... Then ask for opinions... Do you like the ocean? Do you like peace and quiet? Do you like night life? etc, etc... All ... Read More
a new member :)) by karenlinaja
hello everyone.. im karen.. i am living now in the philippines.. i want to meet new friends :) feel free to send me messages.. thank you^^ Have a Blessed day everyone!! take care :)
Some people from here are going to Spicy Fingers in Greenbelt tonight at 9:30 https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=198413 If anyone has time they should come out :) J Read More
new member by abby888
Hi everyone., im from Philippines., just want to meet new friends., :)
LOL... yes, no MLM please (looks like you aren't involved in it though...) I was asked out with a group one night and met at Starbucks where I listened to a bunch of BS about buying vitamins/health products for 2 hours... Rather have someone shoot ... Read More
Who's up for some drinks and dancing? (Sept 21, 2012 Friday) by Resuri_Ann
Hello friends were having some get together tomorrow, please see below details: Date- September 21, 2012 (Friday) Venue- Spicy Finger, Greenbelt Makati Time- 9:30 PM Budget- Php 300.00/each Pricelist- San mig light (Php 120.00) Vodka (Php190.00)/ ...
I will be sitting outside at 9:30pm... How many people are coming? J Read More
It's Friday!
Helllooo Just found it! Was looking in the "Manila" forum instead of the Philippines forum... See you all tonight... J Read More
It's Friday!
There was going to be a meet-up tonight (Spicy Fingers I believe?) Don't know where the post went but wondering if it's still on? Friday night and time to get some drinks!! Anyone looking to go out tonight just reply here or send a PM... Would be ... Read More
Who's up for some drinks and dancing? (Sept 21, 2012 Friday) by Resuri_Ann
Hello friends were having some get together tomorrow, please see below details: Date- September 21, 2012 (Friday) Venue- Spicy Finger, Greenbelt Makati Time- 9:30 PM Budget- Php 300.00/each Pricelist- San mig light (Php 120.00) Vodka (Php190.00)/ ...
Hi VJ, live band J Read More
a new member :)) by karenlinaja
hello everyone.. im karen.. i am living now in the philippines.. i want to meet new friends :) feel free to send me messages.. thank you^^ Have a Blessed day everyone!! take care :)
Helllooo.... Hope you can come out when there are some meet-ups... The people here are great :) Read More
Who's up for some drinks and dancing? (Sept 21, 2012 Friday) by Resuri_Ann
Hello friends were having some get together tomorrow, please see below details: Date- September 21, 2012 (Friday) Venue- Spicy Finger, Greenbelt Makati Time- 9:30 PM Budget- Php 300.00/each Pricelist- San mig light (Php 120.00) Vodka (Php190.00)/ ...
Count me in! I may end up there tonight as well :P Read More
Camsur Watersports Complex
Hi Pete! Sounds good :) You up for a beer if I head down there? J Read More
Friday - Sept 14th, 2012 - Drinks Tonight? by Johnny5
Anyone up for getting some drinks? J
Good to hear :) Spicy is always a good time :) Read More
Camsur Watersports Complex
Hello Everyone... I'm thinking of heading to Camsur Waterpark either Friday or Saturday for a few days... camsurwatersportscomplex.com Anyone been there? Anyone thinking of going? Ciao for now, J Read More
Friday - Sept 14th, 2012 - Drinks Tonight? by Johnny5
Anyone up for getting some drinks? J
Anyone else coming out? I was hoping to go out with a group... If not, I may just take it easy and stay in... Ciao, J Read More
Friday - Sept 14th, 2012 - Drinks Tonight? by Johnny5
Anyone up for getting some drinks? J
ok... Might see you there Read More
Friday - Sept 14th, 2012 - Drinks Tonight? by Johnny5
Anyone up for getting some drinks? J
Well... Unless anyone replies with another suggestion... I will be at Hard Rock Cafe at the bar :P J Read More
Friday - Sept 14th, 2012 - Drinks Tonight?
Anyone up for getting some drinks? J Read More
New here in Manila - I'd like to meet other expats as well by matt213
Hello, I just recently moved here from Denmark. I have now been living in Alabang, Manila for 14 days, and I would like to get to know someone around here, and preferably someone my age. Maybe we could set something up here in Alabang? - Surely ...
I'm up for drinks Friday or Saturday... No idea where Alabang is (I'm in Makati)... but if there are some decent pubs, live music, cute girls (no hookers)... I'm ready to check it out! Lemme know.. J Read More
going out by Izael.fr
Hi po, I'm french and new at manila and i'm seeking for people to visit the city or to go out in bars, clubs etc... Someone interest to ? Victor
Hey everyone... Up for drinks Friday? Let me know... send me a PM... Maybe start for a few in the Fort? Or Greenbelt? Then hit the town? J Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
Yup :P Oh well... I guess he's just trying to make money :P But to maintain the quality of the website people shouldn't post like that :) Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
I know... I just see they went and posted the same thing on several threads... Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
Hey Toffee... This website is for expats and people offering advice... not for trolling threads to market yourself... Read More
Call Centers in Makati
Hello! After kicking around here for 4 months I am starting to get 'stir-crazy' and decided to seek employment to keep me busy... Been thinking about working at a call center and hoping some people here could help me with the names of the top ... Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
Back in Makati now... Let me know if anyone is planning anything :) Johnny Read More
Hi! Im shila from the Phils. Im looking for a English-native speaker by shabang
I work for an english education company as a Recruitment Associate. Right now, we're in need of a English-native speaker for a child and adult located in Metro Manila near ortigas. Anyone interested? If you have ESL plus..
I have lived in Thailand and the Phils... You are going to find more work in Thailand as they require native English speakers there... Here in the Phils their English is wonderful, so unless you have a specialized skill that the Filipinos are in ... Read More
What else to do in a weekend in MANILA aside from partying?
let me know if anyone is going out... Would be great to check out some new places... Just PM me your names and numbers... i probably go out more than I should out here... Hanging out solo sucks.. just want some drinking buddies Read More
Party Friends/ Drinking Buddies by Resuri_Ann
Hey there! Just signed up for this forum. hahahaha :D Anyways I'd love to meet people who likes going out on Friday or Saturday nights preferably as a group (not a one on one drinking session) I used to go out with my friends but life happens so ...
count me in!!! I need drinking buddies... not looking for dates or anything like that... just feel like a retard drinking alone... Read More
Get-Together by Ratheesh Ram
Hi Pals, Why cant we have a get together plan for coming Xmas or New Year in Manila?? Who all interested plz share your opinions.. :) Thnx Ratz
Anyone going out tonight? I'm back in Makati :) Read More
Few questions about Chiang Mai by Mr. Santa
Hello, First post here. I'm 27 year old male, working as a programmer, and I'm looking for places to live in Thailand. I have been there for a month (Phangan, BKK, Patayya), mostly in BKK, and I liked it very much. Currently, I'm considering ...
Hey Alek! I think I can help you out... I moved to Phuket in 2001 when I was 22 and think I know what you are looking for... I moved back to Canada in 2004 and lived there up until Jan 1/2012 when I decided to travel and work from my computer.. I ... Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
Sure! Just let me know when :) Would love to check out some beaches! Read More
Filipino for foreigners by Nat187
Hi guys! does anyone know - or can recommend a langusga school or a private teacher to learn how to speak Tagalog. thanks!!
Let me know if you find an introductory course :) I'm new here too and interested in learning :) Ciao for now! Johnny Read More
Helloooo Everyone!! Newbie to Manila (From Canada) by Johnny5
Hello Everyone! I have posted on a few other topics here but figured I should properly introduce myself here :) I'm from Vancouver, BC and am arriving in Manila January 6th and will be traveling for about 1 year... I work online and the weather ...
Thanks everyone for the warm welcome :) Living in Makati now next to Greenbelt... Let me know if there are any meet-ups or trips happening :) I will also search the forums for them :) Johnny Read More
Get-Together by Ratheesh Ram
Hi Pals, Why cant we have a get together plan for coming Xmas or New Year in Manila?? Who all interested plz share your opinions.. :) Thnx Ratz
Let me know! I'm up for a meet-up in Makati.. Ciao, Jeff Read More