Lotus Eater
English looking for information about Philippines
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Speaks English, some French
Registration: 26 June 2012
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"The major problems facing Phils Expats in next 2 years?" by PalawOne
For interest .. "What will be the major problems facing Philippine Expats within the next 2 years?" Asked of https://gemini.google.com & Gemini response:"The challenges facing expats in the Philippines over the next two years center around a ...
@mati_steveMindanao will never secede from the Philippines. Its already a backwater using just about every educational, economic, and infrastructure metric. The Philippines is effectively the backwater of SE Asia and Mindanao is its backwater. Some ... Read More
Philippine Airlines going up in the world? by Lotus Eater
Philippine Airlines has now been invited to join the One World Alliance and will become fully integrated into the airline grouping by 2027. What does this mean for international travellers flying into and within the Philippines. If you fly on any of ...
@Cherryann01We were all put up in a hotel overnightWas that the airport hotel where you stated that the bedroom was infested with cockroaches? Can you recall the hotel name ? Read More
Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01
I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...
@Cherryann01A fantastic achievement from a young lady from a country not really known for tennis.Yes to her credit that is an achievement to get to the third round of the Wimbledon tennis championships. Just to qualify for the tournament is no mean ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
@Cherryann01 🤣 Read More
Long distance call to Canada by mikelaf
Hi I live in Phils and I have to call to Canadian Govt sometimes. PLDT have no more discount card...and is very expensive . What apps is good and safe? ThanksMike
@mikelafIn case Aidan does not read your post I would recommend tracking him down on the Vietnamese Forum where he is a top poster. He is Canadian and has been in Asia for many years. Say hello to him from everyone on this Forum :) Read More
Wondering - advisement regarding the area by Erwendo1
Hello anyone with an opinionI'm considering purchasing a Townhome in Courtside Village Sun Valley Parañaque City. Thoughts anyone??Townhomes are not ideal, but would work for my family situation. Still - HOA? Safety? Anyone know ...
@Andy_1963As a foreigner I would not rent or buy anything in this areaAs a foreigner I would not buy anything. Period. Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia’s 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
@bigpearlI could also suggest why duplicate infrastructure,,,,,,, who is getting the Pesos for this stupidity?A salient point Steve which had not escaped me. Did not wish to upset the Forum Polizia. Suffice to say that the father of President ... Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia’s 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
@BrojeslovAs I understand it, the owner of the new airport has also bought Clark and the plan is for NAIA to close, Clark to return to cargo only and all passenger flights to be served from Bulacan.This is incorrect on all counts. The Philippine ... Read More
America tops Philippine tourism market by PalawOne
US tops Philippine tourism market, propelled by strong ties, even stronger dollarThe Philippines, however, attracted just 2.1 million of Southeast Asia’s 48.5 million tourist arrivals in the first four months of this yearBy Sam Beltran ...
@Brojeslov“Increasing foreign tourism would require a bigger capacity to scale up, such as further development and expansion of airports, seaports, accommodation facilities, mass transport, toll roads, and other infrastructure that would also ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
@Cherryann01So I guess that was a ‘Lap dog’ Read More
Getting around with your pet in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in the Philippines with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether ...
@CherylYes we'd love to hear from Kristens 23 on her observations Read More
Muslim marriage - cultural question by DerKauz
Halo guys,I’m 32M from Germany, my fiancée is 28F from Indonesia. We’re planning to get married in Indonesia and her family are conservative muslims living in TangSel, while my fiancee herself is very liberal and doesn't live with ...
@DerKauzI wonder how the soon to be ‘outlaws’ would feel if your parents insisted on your fiancé having a boob job before the big day? 🤔 Read More
Where can I find qualified pet groomers in the Philippines? by kristens23
Hello everyone,I am trying to learn more about the pet grooming industry in the Philippines and would appreciate some guidance.Where would you recommend looking for qualified and experienced dog groomers in the Philippines? Are there particular ...
@Cherryann01A couple of years ago I was in a taxi in CDO travelling to the airport. The taxi driver slowed down and there was a Filipino guy shovelling up what was left of a dog that had been sliced in half probably moments before. Not a pretty ... Read More
Where can I find qualified pet groomers in the Philippines? by kristens23
Hello everyone,I am trying to learn more about the pet grooming industry in the Philippines and would appreciate some guidance.Where would you recommend looking for qualified and experienced dog groomers in the Philippines? Are there particular ...
@Enzyte BobLet me get this right Bob. So what you’re saying is that if I’m at a posh French restaurant in Manila and see ‘ Bichon Frise’ on the menu to give it a miss? Read More
Where can I find qualified pet groomers in the Philippines? by kristens23
Hello everyone,I am trying to learn more about the pet grooming industry in the Philippines and would appreciate some guidance.Where would you recommend looking for qualified and experienced dog groomers in the Philippines? Are there particular ...
@kristens23Your best bet is to visit some of the posh malls in Makati, Taguig in Manila where you will find many trendy Manilians 'walking' their pampered pooches in Prams (strollers to our American friends). I'm sure they will be able to give you ... Read More