Ron
@silverman
Canadian looking for information about Philippines
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About me
Canadian
Lives in saskatoon
Speaks english
Registration: 21 July 2013
Cheap flights by silverman
Iam looking for cheap domestic flights like one way Manila to Dumaguete. Need advice or suggestions how to find? Has anyone booked a flight using Skiddoo?
Iam sorry for making you feel like your preaching but you offer some good advice and I did check with kayak and their prices look good. thanks again for your advice Read More
Cheap flights by silverman
Iam looking for cheap domestic flights like one way Manila to Dumaguete. Need advice or suggestions how to find? Has anyone booked a flight using Skiddoo?
thanks for reply I have been searching cebupacific an pal for promos but seems you have book a couple of months in advance to get promos when I fly from canada I used travel agency in vancouver as there prices pretty much match any thing I find ... Read More
Cheap flights
Iam looking for cheap domestic flights like one way Manila to Dumaguete. Need advice or suggestions how to find? Has anyone booked a flight using Skiddoo? Read More
What do you like the most in the Philippines? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in the Philippines? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in the Philippines and the reason ...
I wonder if the expats or visitors that say Philippine people are not polite are the people who hang out at girly bars or areas. every country has proverty areas instead of complaining give a little or do a good deed once in awhile it will give you ... Read More
Don't allow the Boi to let your ACR Card expire by ABCDiamond
In February 2015, I needed to renew my Visa, and I was getting a 6 month extension to take me to 18 October 2015. But my ACR card was expiring in May 2015. I asked if they could renew it early. They said NO, and I must do it at next Visa ...
this really is a case of corruption or the left hand not knowing what right hand is doing ! I would like to see philippine consulate made aware of this and immigration but problem is how far up the ladder does this charge for breathing air go. Read More
living near snorkeling beach
love the philippines-I have a question for the forum- Iam looking for residential area (house or apt.) approx. 1/2 hr from decent snorkeling (walk off shore) beach. my research on forum and internet seems to always refer to a resort or need to take ... Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
I might just consider getting 59 day visa a Manila airport if it only takes 10 mins.I always thought with line ups and anytime dealing with immigration it would take a lot longer the only thing I don't like about getting my visa here in Canada ... Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
they must have a large photo album,why they need 6 pic's maybe conspiracy theory-counterfeit passports lol ! :) I have notice when reading posts on the forum the prices really vary concerning visa extensions maybe their is something to what ... Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
yes I have read about that in the forum .maybe someday they will simplify everything ecc,exit fees,visa, everything has a charge in philippines and I undersgtand people are just trying to feed there families.I wonder if entry fees are legal when ... Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
right I will have to check with immg. my plan is to live in philippines about 10 months an return to canada for 2months an take care of my income tax .once I get my tickets an visa I will post procedure Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
thanks ABCDiamond I will just book onward with date past 59 days , you used to beable to buy open end date return tickets but moset airline won't do that anymore aircanada i think is only allows 10 months. when i apply in canada for 59 day ... Read More
Airfare to Cebu - Least expensive way for no return + hotel? by ron2
I will be moving to Cebu shortly and realize that I must have a ticket showing round trip or at least leaving. What is the least expensive way when not intending to use the return portion? Also what hotel is good and reasonable to stay aut while ...
Iam a little confused about onward ticket and visa extension. I hope someone can advise correct info. ok so I apply for 59 day visa while in canada and plan on staying in philippines 10 months. what date does my onward ticket have to before? I know ... Read More
Fishing by fredipuppy
I was talking with a local Asian food mart owner here in Texas, he said he admired the expat lifestyle in his home of Icolos Norte. Expats waking in the morning to walk meters to the beach and surf fish, break for lunch and a nap, fish again in the ...
dirk c - have you ever checked out the rods and reels for sale in the Philippines ? I only need small reel as only try to fish for dinner size fish 5lbs. or under . just wonder what quality of tackle they sell . Read More
Fishing by fredipuppy
I was talking with a local Asian food mart owner here in Texas, he said he admired the expat lifestyle in his home of Icolos Norte. Expats waking in the morning to walk meters to the beach and surf fish, break for lunch and a nap, fish again in the ...
sirrobcentral- Laoag is the other place Iam considering living I know a Canadian filipino that lives in Sarrat and he mentioned I should check Laoag out. Do you know how snorkeling would be within 1hr of Laoag ? Do you fish near Laoag area? Read More
Fishing by fredipuppy
I was talking with a local Asian food mart owner here in Texas, he said he admired the expat lifestyle in his home of Icolos Norte. Expats waking in the morning to walk meters to the beach and surf fish, break for lunch and a nap, fish again in the ...
cynthiavilla-thanks for reply, not sure which island I will live on leaning towards dumaguete city area hope to buy or share small boat to fish an snorkel. so iam doing losts of research on philippines( rental houses,snorkeling an fishing area) the ... Read More
Fishing by fredipuppy
I was talking with a local Asian food mart owner here in Texas, he said he admired the expat lifestyle in his home of Icolos Norte. Expats waking in the morning to walk meters to the beach and surf fish, break for lunch and a nap, fish again in the ...
hi just wondering did you have to pay extra fee to bring rods an hard cases for them. also is fihing gear more expensive in philippines than in canada. I fish lots in saskatchewan lakes mostly walleye and pike,I might neeed heavier gear for ocean ... Read More
Safety in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in the Philippines? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you ...
I have been to philippines twice and plan on living there. the first time I had a problem was taxi ride from manila airport,taxi driver did not take me direct to sm mall stop by a service station an demanded pay $30 dollars flat rate. second time in ... 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 ...
Scott1953 I wonder if you could help me with outbound flight ticket. When you purchase flight ticket in USA and you know you are going to stay in Phil. 10 months or over a year you need to have outbound or return ticket before boarding Phil air. ... Read More
Got Milk? by mrmrh8381
I live in Quezon City and i am asking if anyone knows where i can buy the exact same kind of whole milk that is sold in the States? for some reason the milk has a funny taste and i cant seem to acquire the taste. Please help! I love milk so much ...
please post any info if you find good milk, I have been to the philippines a few times an plan on moving there this year the one thing I really miss is good cows milk from canada. take care bud Read More
Expat-Pinay Online Dating Sites WARNING! by Bob Marshall
In my fruitless search for a hot young Filipina wife for when I move there soon I joined Filipnacupid last year just to see what happens. Soon I had 100's of gorgeous young girls interested in old me. I have chatted and webcammed with many of ...
the average person in north america would morally frown upon an old man dating young girls.but the problem is just not old men, young men come to philippines to score with very young girls. this has led to child prositution. canada has been fighting ... Read More
Expat-Pinay Online Dating Sites WARNING! by Bob Marshall
In my fruitless search for a hot young Filipina wife for when I move there soon I joined Filipnacupid last year just to see what happens. Soon I had 100's of gorgeous young girls interested in old me. I have chatted and webcammed with many of ...
use flipino-cupid site then once you get reply switch to skype-video chat to get to know her. iam curious how you bought an appartment philippines. I believe you can buy condo if it is 60% owned by filipino's but you can not own house unless ... Read More
how many ?
pino2829 not sure how many km but my gf travel from Tuguegarao city in Cagayan province to manila a few times by bus and it takes 11 up to 13 hours Read More
Philippine bank with US affiliate by easyrider
The US Government deposits my pension every month to my California bank account. I transfer money to my Philippine bank account using Xoom,com. Not only do they charge a fee, they also give an exchange rate of a couple pesos less than the current ...
are you still using xoom to transfer maney from canada? I plan on movfing to philippines in near future. Read More
Expat-Pinay Online Dating Sites WARNING! by Bob Marshall
In my fruitless search for a hot young Filipina wife for when I move there soon I joined Filipnacupid last year just to see what happens. Soon I had 100's of gorgeous young girls interested in old me. I have chatted and webcammed with many of ...
I found my girlfriend on filipino cupid site and have known her for 3 years now. I have visited philippines twice to see her and plan on moving their soon. She is near 50 an iam in my 60's. the problem I think with the girls that are scamming is ... Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
sorry for the confusion i mean onward ticket or return flight example i leave canada in june an return in april an i have a 59 day visa an 1 week before 59 days are up apply for 6 month visa or extension but just not sure if my return tick is dated ... Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
thanks for info just need to find out about what date onbound flight has to be? are you in the philippines now Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
will marry but not for awhile,iam retired,still not sure about what date i need onbound flight for Read More
When visiting philipinnes ( expat canadian ) do u need a return ticket by Wimbleton
Hello I would like to visit the philipinnes and wonder what is the best visa , along with coming without having a return ticket ....I don't know how long I will be here so is there a visa i could AQUIRE that would allow me to stay longer than the ...
hi iam canadian who will get a 59 day tourist visa before i leave canada, i would like to stay in philippines 8 or 9 months does anyone have experience doing this i hear there is a 6month visa once your their,also what date does onward bound flight ... Read More
Beautiful Philippines by Wilfred S. Lopez
For me all i can say about my Country Philippines is that - the white powder sand beaches are so beautiful, affordable- some are even cheaper, accessible, very fun to go. People are so warm hearted, smiling, accommodating, kind, highly educatedly ...
vetretreat thanks for the advice on mindoro, i will plan a trip there to check it out,i am also planning to check panay.i have only been to borocay but looking for info on other beaches around panay island.I never thought it would be hard to find a ... Read More
Beautiful Philippines by Wilfred S. Lopez
For me all i can say about my Country Philippines is that - the white powder sand beaches are so beautiful, affordable- some are even cheaper, accessible, very fun to go. People are so warm hearted, smiling, accommodating, kind, highly educatedly ...
hi Ken, my name is Ron I live in canada and plan to move to the Philippines,, we are the same age an my gf lives in northern luzon.I have been to the philippines twice for a period of 3 months in total.my wish to leave not to far from a nice beach ... Read More