Peter Brooks
@blueoakey
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Lives in Naga City
Registration: 21 October 2011
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
We moved here for my wife reles but Naga city is quite large close to million people but its spread out and there's a lot of gated development like were I live. house and land packages are cheap and there's plenty rentable properties. easy ... Read More
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
No I live 150m from that bar never seen any drugs around here Read More
Where do Aussie Expats like to live in Phillipines? by rjw
Hi, I am considering moving to Philippines and just wondering is any particular City or Island more attractive to Aussies than others. I am not really where I want to base myself. Any helpful advice is appreciated.
I'm told there are many Aussies in Angeles City (never been there) But in Naga City Bicol there are plenty of foreigners who speak English and many have a beer at a bar owned by a Brit (Pom) In fact in 5yrs here I've only meet 3 Aussies ... Read More
My Comparison of Philippines and Australia by ABCDiamond
I have lived in the Philippines for about 2-3 years, and just went back to Australia, and I am comparing everything right now. This first post is for the Accommodation cost. In both places I have a 1 bedroom furnished condo type place, both about ...
Aussie would be $20+hr Pinoy $ 1 hr Read More
My Comparison of Philippines and Australia by ABCDiamond
I have lived in the Philippines for about 2-3 years, and just went back to Australia, and I am comparing everything right now. This first post is for the Accommodation cost. In both places I have a 1 bedroom furnished condo type place, both about ...
I too have been on my annual trip to Australia price comparison beer 375m scooner $5.50 in pub aus 330m bottle in local bar Naga $1.25 or 40p Pete Read More
AIRCONDITONER.... INVERTER AIRCON OR NON INVERTER AIRCON ??????? by mikenjane
Some reading I been doing seems to point to the fact that inverter aircon units have a poor reliability record. Some models are said to be subject to geckos, mice, bees, shorting out the circuit boards, others say they are cheaply made. Has anyone ...
As a frigie by trade, I think inverter systems are a waste of money, a lot more to purchase, more circuits , more to go wrong also don't buy to big for the room, compressors like running , not cutting in and out and set the thermostat as high as ... Read More
Where do expats live in philippines? by VSIVISA
Where do expats live in philippines?
If u like the guite life Bicol is great, we live in Naga it has everything one could need as well as a fair few expats to have a beer with Peter Read More
Fewer Australians coming to Philippines because of FX rates ? by ABCDiamond
Will the big drop in the value of the Australian Dollar mean that fewer Australians will come to the Philippines? Will those that come spend less ? The FX rate on 6 April 2011 was 45 pesos to the Dollar, and on the 6th April 2015 it is just under ...
Well the pesos is strengthening against most currencies a lot of expats I know are complaining that their pensions are the lowest there ever been Peter Read More
Top 5 tips to live in the Philippines by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in the Philippines. What recommendations ...
1. As said before make sure you have external income to meet your needs very hard to make enough money here. 2. Be careful with relations of gf/wife don't give them money they will become reliant on you. 3.I assume a gf/wife already here, ... Read More
Cost of living in Manila by aviatorchandu
I am planning to movie to manilla. What is the cost of living for a descent lifestyle?
I will agree that 2kus is what u need in provincial cities, we school 3 teenagers in side that budget and live well. MANILA? Will be more expensive and why live there, we did for12 mths shit place Read More
Canadian coming Philippines wanting ideas for investing by PhilCanbeno1
Hello everyone Salamat for accepting me to your blog. I have been reading several the questions and answers it us great exchange ideas. I have been to Manila twice and spent several trips and time China. I am looking for investment oppurtunities, ...
Matnog is southern bicol, i live naga city nice part of Philippines making money here is hard ,my wife and I have several business the most successful is our canteen in a school but bloody hard work, my English mate has a bar but he struggling and ... Read More
Americano in the provinces by mugtech
I arrived in Manila two weeks ago, took the Partas bus to Ilocos Sur, and have spent time in Burgos, Narvacan Mall, several trips to Vigan, ate in restaurants four times, and have not seen another Cano the entire time. The only westerner I saw was ...
Funny thing, it's my observation that in provinces a lot of expats keep to their self's We live in bicol, I see heaps of expats but only have meet about 20 and only socialise with about 6, my reasoning is they are happily married or ... Read More
living in the phillippines by tom mc cormack
just wondering how life is there ,im seriously considering moving and living in the philippines after living in ireland for the last fifty years and would like to live in a warmer climate
Well u know this bloke makes a lot of sense, cost of living is great but corruption is out of control, I won't bore you all with the problems in our subdivision and it's impossible to fight the homeowners are in court constantly Peter Read More
taking a pre moving trip in Feb by dilli
I am going over in Feb to look around and see if I can find a place to move to. I was hoping to get some ideas on where to look. I am wanting a place with general modern conveniences, malls, night live ect. I am 46 and retired making about 4000 a ...
Well I think maybe Naga city might suit as well, or one ot the suburbs or seaside villages, definitely stress free, , except if u drive in the city, I personally know 20 expats and know off guite a few more. some meet weekly for a few beers. but I ... Read More
Sec 13 Visa
If you are referring to the 13a visa which most expats have, it lasts for 5yrs and is renewable after that Peter Read More
good day
www.dfa.gov.ph is web site to look at it does seem India is not on list of 30day free visas so research it on that site Peter Read More
living in the phillippines by tom mc cormack
just wondering how life is there ,im seriously considering moving and living in the philippines after living in ireland for the last fifty years and would like to live in a warmer climate
Ok Tom, I see ur point, but to be realistic the main reason all us expats are here is the wonderful filipino women, they are the gem of the female race, im 64yo an am happily married to a 41yo, bloody hell old mate better than exploring the ... Read More
living in the phillippines by tom mc cormack
just wondering how life is there ,im seriously considering moving and living in the philippines after living in ireland for the last fifty years and would like to live in a warmer climate
No need to learn tagalo because in only one off many, in bicol where I live most can't understand tagalo but all but the most uneducated speak English, I've been here 4 years and only know about 6 words. you must select the area u will live ... Read More
living in the phillippines by tom mc cormack
just wondering how life is there ,im seriously considering moving and living in the philippines after living in ireland for the last fifty years and would like to live in a warmer climate
The good thing about the heat here is it not that hot max is only 35c and with the humidity a fan is all you need, I say that after my wife the weather is the best thing about the Philippines followed by the cost of living. As for the typhoon, it ... Read More
living in the phillippines by tom mc cormack
just wondering how life is there ,im seriously considering moving and living in the philippines after living in ireland for the last fifty years and would like to live in a warmer climate
Sound advise, if all expats done their due diligence we would not have the amount of horror stories among us Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
Yee but this tread is going no where I think the moderator is correct Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
You know James is spot on with his costing and living very well. so the rest of us think.FM. what do you need 2.5 times for????????? Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
The one good thing about the medical situation in Philippines is because you pay when you go, you only go when absolutely necessary not like in Australia where it's free it has breed a generation of hypochondriacs anyway a visit to the doctor ... Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
Ok point taken but seriously $5000p/mth are u serious? as ive said before why live here, that's 3 times more than my wife and I raise 3 teenage kids in college on. It's a typcial filipino big note story Pete Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
But that cheap if anything serious hop on a plane home it's free there Pete Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
Well as u can see most expats are gob smacked, u see the average foreign pension is $1200au p/mth or 4,5000p approx which is plenty Pete Read More
Gated comunities...aproach with CAUTION!!! by sirrobcentral
I live in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. I am from Ohio USA. I was shocked when I first arrived here and decided to inquire about property for sale. First I learned that finding a realestate agent was nearly impossible. Although every dog and his brother is ...
I agree with the latest post, generally most locals are paranoid but it does keep the bad or just poor people away, I think you are much more likely to be stolen from within your household Pete Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
$5000 or 200,000p is quite ridiculous why live in Philippines if u have that kinda money, well u gonna come here don't leave Manila u find enough to spend it on in the provinces Peter Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
I agree some Filipinas develop a bad attitude, but I think it's the husband who should teach his wife how to behave correctly, maybe the husband has a elitist attitude too?? I think so, many foreigner have bad attitude to Filipinas, I hear it all ... Read More
Hi I'm New - Help!!! by goughling
Hi I'm a new member. My name is Barrie I'm looking to make some new friends and retire to the Philiippines be good to here from some of you guys Thanks Barrie
Barrie Yee Pinoys love to party when they have money but In the sub we live everyone is hard working, raising families and if there is a party we r usually invited, look mate life is very different in the Provences u can't compare with manila, if u ... Read More
Hi I'm New - Help!!! by goughling
Hi I'm a new member. My name is Barrie I'm looking to make some new friends and retire to the Philiippines be good to here from some of you guys Thanks Barrie
Hi Barrie We live in Naga City, same region, Bicol. Don't know about renting but model homes in Sub are quite Cheap 2.5m peso 2bed 2story, don't live too close to Mt Mayon (active volcano near Legaspi) but I will say fruit & veges very fresh and ... Read More
Whats it like for an American living in the Philippines? I am single by Michael Donth
I am coming to the Philippines in March for the first time. I would like to stay in either Davao, Cebu City or Dumaguete. I am single and retired. My dream is to live there forever. How long can I stay before I have to leave the country and if I was ...
I live in Naga City, can recommend the provinces for quitter life also listen to every thing other are saying they are all true, don't ever leave yourself short of money, there are no free meals here. we are raising my wife 3 kids in private school, ... Read More
Thinking About Buying A Scooter ,Looking For Advise/Help. by Dreal1
Hi Everyone,this is my first time trying this out. I am from Canada and living in Manila ,I will be travelling back to Winnipeg ,Mb. in April for the summer months and returning to Manila Oct.to April , 6 to 7 months ,to get away from our cold ...
Hi yes that's big money for scooter, I have a Honda Beat cost 60,000p and can't fault it, automatic just the shot to get around Pete Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
we r in household chemical business but it's really a hobby, I have given up trying to make money here. better keep ur money invested in ur home country, spend the proceeds here. Pete Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
we had taxies in Naga a while ago, the bounty per day was 800p, I think it's better elsewhere but at this return and repairs etc I couldn't see us ever saving enough to buy a new taxi when it was due Pete Read More
Suitable living by aussie pete
Will be moving to Phils looking to buy house and lot - max 2-3 hour drive from Makati. Looking for cooler climate area, mountain, beach, views, nature, safety. Suggestions so far Tagaytay, West Grove, Greenfields Estate, Anvaya Cove (Subic). Does ...
Pete u will have to see a corp lawyer here about that but I don't know any expats that have done it Pete Read More
Suitable living by aussie pete
Will be moving to Phils looking to buy house and lot - max 2-3 hour drive from Makati. Looking for cooler climate area, mountain, beach, views, nature, safety. Suggestions so far Tagaytay, West Grove, Greenfields Estate, Anvaya Cove (Subic). Does ...
Pete the only thing u can own here is a condo,(not land)people have tried imagative ways to get around this but they are costly the main thing to protect against is a breakup with ur wife and it does happen much too often I'm sorry to say Pete Read More
Does anyone has any idea about life in Bicolandia?
Hi Rudy We live in San Felipe Naga City, It is a growth spurt with new subdivision every where but is still a very liveable city. there are some growth pains especially around feasible time with traffic, you now have great choice for shopping SM, ... Read More
Business opportunities by postersteve
Anyone have good ideas for starting a small business around Manila? We are located Alabang. looking at opening a Spa - massage, nails, etc. but not sure as there seems to be one on every corner. Budget 1.5M - 3M Php any comments would be ...
Hi my wife & I have been in business in Naga for 3yrs(detergent etc) we r still surprised at the turnover of business (there one week gone the next,) we have come to the conclusion that because of the shear number of like business(eg carwash, ... Read More
Moving to the Philippines
Hi not much info but my suggestion is to come here for a 21 day visit and have a good look around Pete Read More
Any aussie expats by roz3
Hi any aussie expats living in the Phillipines, that i can ask some questions
Mike yee the trains must have stopped I don't hear them going through town, but from all reports they had some problems with tracks we don't use beaches(no waves) there are great resorts close (Carolina 10km) clean, cheap, water slides, our teenage ... Read More
This is my 1st post
Gooday James I'm Pete, Aussie living in Naga City Bicol for 4 yrs with my wife and her 3 kids, this forum is great for helping expats looking for info on living in Phills. I have made friends here who commutate still with me but we have a large ... Read More
If I May ask... by Drew Lyn
What are the best places to visit in Luzon Island?
Drew we r speaking from experience here no only ourselves but every expat I know have had the same trouble with extended family even OFW living near us are constantly harassed by their family Pete Read More
If I May ask... by Drew Lyn
What are the best places to visit in Luzon Island?
I agree, one of the biggest problems facing expats here is GF families sponging off them, it will leave a sour taste in ur mouth Pete Read More
Being an Aussi and moving to the Phil to live by ken49
I am married to a Filipino wife and intend to move there when i retire. Do any of you have any info on dual citizenship and the cost. I have looked at SRRV visa but the deposit that is being asked is a huge amount. Can you please give me your ...
Ken I imagine there is immigration office in Davao u can do every thing there but last interview is in Manila make sure u have all paperwork when u come, Filipino beaurocacy is legendary Pete Read More
Being an Aussi and moving to the Phil to live by ken49
I am married to a Filipino wife and intend to move there when i retire. Do any of you have any info on dual citizenship and the cost. I have looked at SRRV visa but the deposit that is being asked is a huge amount. Can you please give me your ...
Ken the visa u talk about is retirement visa it's probably the best the 13a is the other it is a long process but no money invested I have 13a and most expats I know do too, most come here then extend visitor visas while applying for 13a but depends ... Read More
Fil-Am looking into a restobar business by Bang_bang
Hello everyone. Im looking into opening a restobat business. iv'e done a few research and have friends that own businesses in the phillipines. They advice me that the restobar is a good venture but only succesful in business district areas with lots ...
Bang only one thing to say position position position Pete Read More
Is it hard to earn 3000 pesos? by remy13
My husband's family is living in Misamis Oriental..his mother has a Vegetable's stall in public market while my father in law grow a cassava and corn in their family land..my sister in law working at local bank with salary of 11,000 pesos and the ...
Franciskitx Let me be the 1st to say how much I admire OFW's they are in Aussie terms salt of the earth people, where we live a big proportion of residence have 1 parent OFW these people submit themselfs to long periods of working oversea for the ... Read More
The Five locations in Phils. by blvdbum7
For lack of knowing which topic heading to post under,it is posted here> Does anyone know reason for only the 5 districts, or areas, listed as Expat locales here in Phils.?
yee people have asked this before I don't know why Naga City is not listed I've been posting from here for over a year Pete Read More
do i move to the phil, or is it easier to get my wife out to australia by rod iddles
im undecided what to do,try to get my Filipino wife to Australia or I cum to Davao city to live with her . can somebody there advise me which of the 2 is easier and cheaper. ....cheers Rod, from down under..
Rod I faced the same problem and decided to live here, u would know how expensive Auss is getting, living in Provences is better and cheaper, there are plenty expats to have a beer with, we even have a bet on AFL at our local(cause it the only sport ... Read More
Paano Kumita ng Pera sa Internet: Madami Kang Na-Mi-Miss ‘Pag ‘Di Mo I
well all I can say is b***s**t Read More
How does a native Philippine Survive ? by Jove
I have a friend in Davao, I me and became Pen Pals with some six years ago. She is middle aged, separated for years and receives no support from ex husband and has two daughters and two sons, One daughter lives in Dubai, and my friend has her two ...
we here have no reason to lie to u. its more fun in the philippines but a walking talking online atm is gold here too I quote this as it is probably the smartest bit of advise I've seen on this forum (so true) Pete Read More
Should Foreigners Spend Time Learning Philippine Languages? by tambok17
Very few foreigners learn Philippine languages yet this does not deter them from living great lives in the country, and the Filipinos totally accept the fact that they do not learn them. In the US, for example, not speaking English invites scorn ...
well I find it much better not to speak it, that way one does not get into the yabayaba that goes on so much Pete Read More
How does a native Philippine Survive ? by Jove
I have a friend in Davao, I me and became Pen Pals with some six years ago. She is middle aged, separated for years and receives no support from ex husband and has two daughters and two sons, One daughter lives in Dubai, and my friend has her two ...
Terry I like u have written have found a better part of Phils to settle Naga City 450km south of Manila it must be good as expats abound here, as for health Insurance the cost of minor medical is cheap like 300p to visit doctor but like a ... 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,well,well, $5000 a month, I will say this Phill is probably the only place u can live comfortably on that amount in Aust u would only just get bye as in the cities rent will take one third Pete Read More
Can one live comfortably on Australian pension by roz3
I am looking to visit Phillipines and have been told to go to Cebu and surrounding areas for safety? I am arered single aussie woman. I am interested in living near a beach not too far from shopping etc. I dont like cities. Is it possible to live on ...
HI Roz I know of plenty of expat British, American and Germans living in and around Naga where I live but they are all male but I've seen some foreigner female(not meet them) there are plenty of nice places to live in Phillipines, my suggestion is ... Read More
How to say that I'm not responsible for the family? by Pedro1986
I'm feeling a little bit depressed lately. It has been since the beginning already, but I'm really starting to dislike/hate it that I'm sometimes doubting if I'm starting to hate the family. My wife is Filipina and the longer the more her family ...
a smart member here once wrote" if u marry a Filipino u marry her tribe" how true but u must train them unless u have unlimited funds, this problem is undoubtly the biggest facing foreigner in the Philipines, talk to any they all have horror stories ... Read More
How does a native Philippine Survive ? by Jove
I have a friend in Davao, I me and became Pen Pals with some six years ago. She is middle aged, separated for years and receives no support from ex husband and has two daughters and two sons, One daughter lives in Dubai, and my friend has her two ...
Hi Jove u will never understand the poverty untill u see it, native filipinos as u call them live on the smell of food but working Filipinos live on small amount too, my brother inlaw only earns 10,000p per mth from his job, he, his wife and 2 kids ... Read More
How much would it cost to live in the Philippines by Snappo
Hi everyone. I am new to this website. I am trying to figure out two things: 1) How much money do I need in the bank to retire in PH. I am thinking I might do OK with P10M to P15M in the bank. 2) What would my monthly bills be in PH. Here is ...
Hi snap ur gonna live like a king old mate!! we live well, educated 3 kids and have all the evil nessessaries of life on half that but in province Peter Read More
New on Expat Blog, almost new in Philippines by Pedro1986
Hi all, just to introduce myself. I'm Pedro, almost 27 year old and now since six months living in the Philippines. Since I'm working in Makati, I also found myself a condo there, but it's waaaay to small :) Originally, I'm from Belgium. My mom is ...
Lonely no HOA is home owners Ass, we are starting one in the subdivision where we live, it's a painful experience but unless u r as silly as me and become Chairman of HOA u will not need to do it Pete Read More
If I May ask... by Drew Lyn
What are the best places to visit in Luzon Island?
u should visit Naga City Bicol(bus, train, plain from Manila stay a few days at the new SoGo visit Mt Mayon, visit CWC water park also brand new wave pool, try Pili nuts visit historical Churches, great place Pete Read More
How much is enough for a new life? by expatfever
For those that have successfully opened and ran a successful business in the PI what would you do with saving of about 2,000,000P. Any for those of you who have not been so successful what lessons would you pass on to not see someone else make your ...
well sunny I read ur blog but still don't know what ur thinking I'm Aussie living with my wife in Naga City Bicol to be truthful I could not afford to live in Aust, every time I go home cost of living has increased dramaticly, $5 or 200p for a ... Read More
How much is enough for a new life? by expatfever
For those that have successfully opened and ran a successful business in the PI what would you do with saving of about 2,000,000P. Any for those of you who have not been so successful what lessons would you pass on to not see someone else make your ...
ask anyone who has a business staff are the biggest problem, we sell cleaning chemicals and have trouble getting bulk sales to bigger business one reason they say much better buying small satchel and only leaving enough out for the day,that way only ... Read More
need information please... by Drew Lyn
I'm from Louisiana, USA and i will be in Quezon City, Philippines for 2 weeks to visit my Filipina fiancee. My Question is .. is it safe to travel alone there?
Hi Drew I live in QC for 12mths, but never went out at nite,just have ur GF pick u up in airport, she will know what taxi to catch, let her do all transactions, as I still do living in Naga City. Pete Read More
New on Expat Blog, almost new in Philippines by Pedro1986
Hi all, just to introduce myself. I'm Pedro, almost 27 year old and now since six months living in the Philippines. Since I'm working in Makati, I also found myself a condo there, but it's waaaay to small :) Originally, I'm from Belgium. My mom is ...
one must get used to these thing while living in Phills try going to LTO to get a drivers licence allow a whole day an getting a 13a residence countless trips to local Imigration then to Manila for a whole day and the paper work!!!!! but the worst ... 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 we live very well in Bicol with 3 kids in private school and every available luxury on $2000AU p/mth and I agree completely that doing business here is very hard Pete Read More
Any aussie expats by roz3
Hi any aussie expats living in the Phillipines, that i can ask some questions
Michael Naga is beaut place but will find it difficult to keep u busy here, but if u visit Mayon Mt, go diving with whale sharks in Albay it might. Naga is a vibrant city with all amenities we need, close to relies, also good gated subdivisions Pete Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
Good Post Karren I think us foreigner should remember ur Quote"Filipino are family united Whoever has wealth in the family, relatives ask for help. We always help, not just realtives, but friends-this is us! If you marry a Filipino, then you also ... 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
Gooday mate fellow Aussie here, don't miss it, if ur Fillipino women is as good as u say, as mine is, u will love it here. that is the only key to living in Phills, a good women,so go for it, ur Aust pension will put u in great stead here. feel free ... Read More
Hi, First post on site
Hi Richard fellow Aussie here living with my wife in Naga City Bicol we have plenty of foreigner in our region and we have a few beers together regulally, just be sure u have a regular income from Aust it is hard to make money here Pete Read More
How will you know if the guy really likes you? by Chula Carole
Sometimes, it can be frustrating that I might think that he does like me but the fact might be the opposite.
look love if u gotta ask this question u got big problems????? Pete 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 yee that 72,000p is more than we spend raising & schooling 3 kids but we have no rent, I would say the kids cost half of our budget u will need to have some backup for urgent medical/dental but I would think u could save half of that ... Read More
Hi Everyone, new in this site n new in philippines by salamanda811
Hey, am Samuel, only two months in Philippines and tring to figure out why its so damn difficult to make friends. Seems its more easier to start chatting with kids at the subdivision than striking a conversation with my neighbor.
Hi we get this problem a lot on this forum, u gotta understand the Filipino, they are basicly shy and busy(making a living) I've been here 3yrs(admittedly in provinces)and have very few Filipino friends(outside family)but plenty expat mates I ... Read More
Moving to Mainila by waymar65
My name is Wayne Hall I a 66 years old, and at the present time I am still a mail carrier in a little town in Texas called Ector. I have meet this young lady from Manila, and she has two kids, and she wants me to move there marry her and help take ...
Hi all I live in Naga City, I know foreigners that live on far less than 32,000p p/m, but only because of necessasity, they are broke look a man& wife could rent an apartment 8,000p,water 500p,elect 3000p food 10000p,gas 1000p etc but as u can see ... 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. ...
Good advice Dhninic, we have seen a modest cost of living increace in last 2 yrs,if that continues u would need double in 10yrs, also that young entertainment is gonna cost big time. Pete Read More
Moving to Mainila by waymar65
My name is Wayne Hall I a 66 years old, and at the present time I am still a mail carrier in a little town in Texas called Ector. I have meet this young lady from Manila, and she has two kids, and she wants me to move there marry her and help take ...
Wayne 1st $800 (32,000p) p/m is not enough if kids are included in ur budget,maybe if they go to govt school? but in our case it cost that alone for 3 kids about half of 70,000p p/m u will have rent on top as well,as for employment here, maybe but ... Read More
living happily in Phillipines
my opinion on this matter as it relates to foreigners. I receive many private messages about doing business here. 1st I must say doing business is hard but not impossible as other expats can attest too, but if u have a successful business u can be ... Read More
New member by tlcooper
Hi everyone. I am a new member and I will be vacationing in the Philippines this coming January. I will be visiting several cities, Manila, Cebu, Bacolod, Butuan, Surigao, Cagayan De Oro, Davao, Tagbilaran, and point's in between. I am ...
Terry yes, I have my wife & I are really happy, on finding right girl I think the internet is good, if u watch for scammers my mate from Aust, used TAGGED and found a good women by the way we made a few descreat inquires from here Pete Read More
New member by tlcooper
Hi everyone. I am a new member and I will be vacationing in the Philippines this coming January. I will be visiting several cities, Manila, Cebu, Bacolod, Butuan, Surigao, Cagayan De Oro, Davao, Tagbilaran, and point's in between. I am ...
Hi Terry I'm sure u will find somewhere great to settle many thousands of expats have, I just offer a few thoughts about living in Phills make sure u have a sercure income from overseas, money is not easy to make here, when it's time to choice a ... Read More
Can one live comfortably on Australian pension by roz3
I am looking to visit Phillipines and have been told to go to Cebu and surrounding areas for safety? I am arered single aussie woman. I am interested in living near a beach not too far from shopping etc. I dont like cities. Is it possible to live on ...
Barry wages r so low here, and willing worker so plentiful a builder get 3-400peso per day $7.5-10 p/day so if u can find a job u can't live on the wage also foreigner find in very hard to get a job my advise to all foreigner is not to come to live ... Read More
making friends
I note a lot of post about making friends, I'd like to make some comments, having moved a lot in Australia, making friends is not easy even in ur home country, these are some of the reasons people make life long friends in their school years so new ... Read More
Honest and Nice business venture partners in manila wanted by 1inamillion
Hello everyone, Have you ever get burned while doing business with anyone in Philippines? Very unpleasant experience , right? I understand how you feel, i experienced the same way too. Do you wish you could find an honest,effective and good ...
Well, everyone will find out sooner or latter, one can not trust anyone in business no matter where in the world u r. In the Phills is no different except to say there is no loyalty here, u can lose a customer that u have serviced faithfully for ... 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 ...
Steph look it is hard to make Phill friends here(black or white) I've been here 3yrs the only friends apart from family are other expats, look at it from their eyes, they believe all expats are rich, so in their culture better than them, also it is ... Read More
New expat in the neighborhood by SteveUSA
New expat living on Negros seeks accurate info. on using US driver's license in Philippines (as much detail on this, please). Would appreciate any help.
Hi ur licence is valid in Phils for 3 month after u arrive so if u went home every 3 mths u would never need Phils licence just keep a copy of ur passport with entry date with u I've been here 3yrs so far on Aust licence Pete 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???
i agree expats are widely spread around Phills In Naga City (Bicol)there is a large expat population some keep to themselves but a large number meet weekly at various Bars for a few beers and chat,mostly on nationallity lines. others play golf ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
Hi Redangel yes we live in San Felipe,beaut place, fresh air, why did u move from here to Makati?, work I suppose, Naga is growing now fast, well the amount of new building going up, I can't believe A new golf course has opened at Carolina. u should ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
Hi our household chemical business can be done any where, just buy rare material from Manila, mix it, bottle and sell. sounds easy but I'll tell u there a lot of pit falls We only supply Naga City and Surrounds because bulk liquid is hard to ... Read More
Camsur Watersports Complex
J yee mate, the english speaking expats have a few beers at a Bar owned by an Englishman in the suburb of San Felipe but I'll be in Aussie till 4th Oct, any afternoon u will always find a few expats at that bar (v2 bar) just hope on jeepney from ... Read More
Camsur Watersports Complex
Hi CWC is near Naga City, we live here, it is very popular very well organised, good food, good cheap accom u will enjoy Pete Read More
living in phils by mogo51
I am wishing to move from Australia to retire in Phils, have had several areas recommended out of Cebu, Dumaguette, Palawan, Subic Bay, can anyone give me an update on rough costs. I am currently single but not wanting to stay that way, and wish to ...
yee, Australia have advise similar to NZ and while I think they may be jusified in some parts, we don't see crime at all in Naga City, granted we live in gated subd but we are doing business in Metro Naga on a daily basic albeit in day light ... Read More
Helping Filipino Family by Michael Sadlon
I have met a Filipino family that I would like to try and help by buying them a small business eg food cart, taxi, jeepney. Does anyone have any experience in doing this?
Michael are they relations to ur GF or wife? because it wont stop there if they are, one of the biggest problems expats have in Phil is supporting family, it has broken up so many relationship here, be careful If u r just feeling sorry for this ... Read More
The cost of living in the Philippines. by clarencew
I wanted to talk about the cost of living here in the Philippines. Where I live is pretty good, I been living here for almost two years now and I don't work, I live off of my retirement and still manage to save money each month. Me my girlfriend and ...
CLARENCEW Very well said, u r spot on in ur surmation of the situation. intending foreigner should read & take notice, two most important point u make in my opinion, u need the right women!! and frequenting the bars(which mostly are brothels as ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
Hi everyone Don't worry too much about getting paid, 1st u have too make a profit! we have a good business here in Naga City and deal with a lot of small business but they are not very profitable because every month some close there doors but other ... Read More
sending money to the philippines
Hi most world banks have international transfers but they cost a fee in Aust case $22au(1000p)and the exchange rate is not good either but it is secure, there are moneygrams etc but be careful Pete Read More
Are foreigners allowed to establish a business in the Philippines by shalinit
Hi, Needed to know if foreigners are allowed to establish any kind of business in the Philippines. If so, what are the possible avenues?
I must agree totally with kayb100, we have a big foreigner population here in Naga City which centres on a bar owned by a British Guy where we all have a few beers, we hear weekly stories of foreigner being fleeced by GF and families we have already ... Read More
Best places to live in philippines by Victoria99
Hello, Young mum of 2 and expecting the 3rd in a few months is relocating to the philippines. Neither I nor my husband had been there and so we don't really know what to expect. We're used to certain standard of life here with the kids in Paris ...
Well I feel I must put in a plug for Naga City and I think other regional locations 1. education my wife and I have 3 kids in private school probably the second best in town cost: 3,500p per child per mth including service to & from school and all ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
Steph Look it's my belief that Filipinos tolerate foreigner only. (anyway it's that way where I live)and it is backed up overall in the country because we can't own land or business. but maybe if ur gym is targeting the higher class(Filipinos with ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
Well said, Mike! It's true locals don't support us here flashing before their eyes. But they definitely love our approach points and ideas as well as our investments. That's why a wise one would do business remaining in a shadow of the front faces – ... Read More