Lotus Eater
English looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 26 June 2012
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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 ...
Any suggestions on where is good ?I'm afraid not. Café Havana in Greenbelt 3 Makati shut its doors during covid. Probably the best bar I have or ever will frequent with the exception of Loewy in Jakarta. Have attached link below[link under ... 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 ...
@Brilliant BG Point has never recovered, and at the same time the number of Indians has increased significantly...Tell me about it. The internationally recognized ‘BO’ index has risen substantially in the Philippines Read More
Hello there, Kamusta! by deanknowles
Gday all, Dean here from Australia (Tasmania). I started international travel rather late, with one trip to Thailand in 2010. After another 10 years of no travel, I discovered the Philippines and have made 10 trips in the last 4 years! I am not ...
@deanknowlesAfter another 10 years of no travel, I discovered the Philippines and have made 10 trips in the last 4 years! I am not quite retirement age but fully intend to look at retirement there. Meantime, I work as an IT consultant, ... 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 ...
@Andy_1963Thank you for that update Andy. Much as I thought and as per Cherryannes description it has completely lost its ‘raison d’ etre’ . About as much atmosphere as a tock h lamp. Another alluring attraction that has been lost ... Read More
WU Transfers by vehicross100
I found it interesting that through my WU app I can send $ using my debit card to Gcash, PayMaya, Shopee, Lazada, Bayad and a few more. This is all for $0 (FREE) transfer fee and at a rate of 58. My usual Bank to Bank is $2 per transaction and ...
@Andy_1963It would be unwise to save any money in PHP as the currency devaluates.But how much higher will the Euro, £, US Dollar appreciate against PHP? All the aforementioned currencies are at historical highs. Heck when I first set foot in ... Read More
WU Transfers by vehicross100
I found it interesting that through my WU app I can send $ using my debit card to Gcash, PayMaya, Shopee, Lazada, Bayad and a few more. This is all for $0 (FREE) transfer fee and at a rate of 58. My usual Bank to Bank is $2 per transaction and ...
@Enzyte BobThis is all for $0 (FREE) transfer fee and at a rate of 58.Glad you pointed that out Bob. There’s no such thing as a free lunch. Read More
Managing meals in Indonesia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Indonesia? We ...
@wyngrove60I've tried every now and again since 2010 and always they are rejectedTell me about it. The functionality of this website is questionable to put it lightly.I personally cannot edit posts immediately after posting. I’m not interested ... Read More
Road safety in Indonesia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Indonesia as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Indonesia, whether ...
@wyngrove60All Good points Wyngrove. I have recently returned from Lombok on a few days break. Stayed in Kuta on the south coast for a change and the main road that cuts through the town to the beach is like the children’s cartoon I used to ... 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 ...
@BrojeslovWhen I first visited Boracay in 2006 westerners were mainly Americans & Antipodians. The largest Asian contingent were South Koreans who thought they were above everyone else in the social pecking order. Many were honeymooners. The ... 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 ...
Ok I contacted Jim Rockford to dive deeper into the ownership of this bar and apparently it’s owned by a Brit Jason Probyn who runs it with his Filipina associate Delnora (Del) Nano. Jason is an ardent Arsenal supporter so it’s ... 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 ...
@Cherryann01Yes of course you can. Wish I was there with you! 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 ...
@BrojeslovWell at least the bar is still there! Read More
Nigi Nigi Noo Noos & Noo Noo Noo's
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 ... Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said “Have a nice Trip”A few days later made a ...
@jozica That makes a huge difference. Red MAGA states have the lowest literacy rates in the country and loosest guidelines for compliance to accommodate customers. This seems like a troll to fire up a political discussion which I personally am not ... Read More
RESTAMPING by vehicross100
Has anyone recently needed to have their 13a Visa Restamped in new passport for annual reporting ?
@vehicross100Btw, I was a little surprised when entering US there is no longer any passport stamping, whether in my US or my wife’s PH passport.Even in emerging market economies this is now the case. I flew into Jakarta on Wednesday and ... Read More