PalawOne
Australian looking for information about Philippines
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Philippines ‘facing a learning crisis'
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 ... Read More
See and Drive Chinese BYD and Denza Cars for free in Taguig by PalawOne
Examine and get to test drive BYD and Denza cars at the BGC Garden Taguig this weekThe event is called Super Experience Week and it runs until October 11by Lije Martin | A day ...
1140 hp in Manila traffic? Recipe for disaster. - @mugtechAbsolutely insane, Mugtech :-) ... as topgear.com.ph write, the: "exclusive preview of the Denza Z9 GT ... The fully electric shooting brake comes in either a single-motor or tri-motor ... Read More
See and Drive Chinese BYD and Denza Cars for free in Taguig
Examine and get to test drive BYD and Denza cars at the BGC Garden Taguig this weekThe event is called Super Experience Week and it runs until October 11by Lije Martin | A day ... 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, ...
@PalawOne Thank you so much for this treasure trove of information! I am looking forward to the trip. - @Kidrome48 `No worries Kidrome, we are a helpful lot here in Expat.com: Philippines ... 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, ...
Dear Expat Forum, via Google Gemini, Please formulate an online forum response to our fellow Expat.com forum writer Kidrome who wrote the following? (Copy included, and snipped here)Google Gemini responds: Quote "Here is a warm, welcoming, and ... Read More
Why younger Filipinos are warming to China despite maritime tensions
This Week in AsiaThe Philippines, PoliticsRef: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3368528/why-younger-filipinos-are-warming-china-despite-maritime-tensions"Why younger Filipinos are warming to China despite maritime tensions"A Pew ... Read More
Fil-Am considering retiring in Philippines after 50 yrs in US by Kidrome48
I am a 77 year-old Filipino native, female, American citizen, single, who is considering moving back to the Philippines for retirement, specifically Iloilo City.versus Tagaytay. I was born, raised and educated in city until fourth year college when ...
Thanks! - @Kidrome48 `Allow one to say, with your delightful communicationcourtesies here, you will be an ornament everywherehappy trails ppl 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 ...
Hi Cheryl,Here's a quick response from Google AI, if you want ...Google AI, please respond helpfully? AI Response: Expat.com Quote: "Moving to the Philippines, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to ... Read More
Have you relocated internationally recently? by mervisalmela
I’d love to hear about your experience!I’m exploring what settling into a new country is really like, beyond the practicalities of the move. Things like finding your feet at work, rebuilding routines and networks, supporting your family, ...
Yes, you're right Fred, everyone's journey is different. Hi Mervi, welcome to Australia! We made a move elsewhere a bit longer than 3 years ago, so might be outside your timeframe, but I just wanted to say this is a fantastic initiative. Rebuilding ... Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
@hongkongvancouver21 writes, We bought a lot in Porac, Pampanga from Ayala Land, and are in the process of engaging an architect ... Once we are happy .. we will look for a builder to do the superstructure, before doing the interior. We want to do ... 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 ...
https://www.hometogo.com.auFor me, if you, i'd buy a wheel-chair, arrangeyour personal aides and nurse. Then suitablespace for 6+ people / month+ for eg from here:https://www.hometogo.com.ausincere happy trails Bob Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
G'day ppl,Thanks Rob, and i like your idea. Light weight buttough resin roof-sheeting, in frequent Ph cyclones,simply tears away, leaving your buildings relativelyun-altered? That is, it doesn't wreck your top-ringsand so your uprights $$ ... Read More
Australian age pension by Rex71
I am living in the Philippines on a long term basis and receiving the Australian age pension. I have been told that once Centrelink decides that I am out of Australia on a permanent or long term basis they will stop indexation of my pension. Does ...
`Ah well, it's worth-while being here if you can.Only 28 million of us, in land the size of America.And we usually like to all get-along matey, so that: "World S&P's latest available assessment continues to list Australia at AAA/A-1+ with a ... Read More
The Murillo Velarde Map of 1734 by PalawOne
‘Mother of All Philippine Maps’ presented at Malacañang'By Cristina Chi - Philstar.com https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/12/06/2405479/mother-all-philippine-maps-presented-malacaangMother of All Philippine Maps Presented at ...
@PalawOne Nice post, P1. Just wanted to add a link to an expandable/readable map, here. Fascinating artwork around the border of the frame. source: murillovelardemap.com - @Aidan in HCMCAnd an even better post .. thank you, it's fascinating .. ... Read More
The Murillo Velarde Map of 1734
‘Mother of All Philippine Maps’ presented at Malacañang'By Cristina Chi - Philstar.com https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/12/06/2405479/mother-all-philippine-maps-presented-malacaangMother of All Philippine Maps Presented at ... Read More