John_Paulo
Filipino expat in Indonesia
Forum posts
25
Contacts
12
About me
Filipino
Lives in Surabaya
Speaks Tagalog and english
Registration: 11 August 2013
New to bali - looking for apartment for 1 person in Jimbaran Uluwatu
@Ubudian, thanks for the advice. Hehe i found one here in Jimbaran. Cheers! @monina, Hi there! :) im sorry i cant help you with that im still new here in bali i dont have much details. But lets wait for the other members in here maybe they have ... Read More
New to bali - looking for apartment for 1 person in Jimbaran Uluwatu
Hi guys i just need some help I might be moving to bali on october. Do you guys know any apartments good for 1 person or room for rent somewhere in jimbaran uluwatu? Price range around 1mil rupiah to 2 mil rupiah. Read More
Insects and Macrophotography by MikeWallace77
Indonesia boasts one of the largest selection of tropical insect in the world. We find them everywhere, in gardens, parks, jungles, mountains and in the cities. From a distance they can seem scary or disgusting, but through the lens of a camera ...
Wow! very nice mike those shots are so beautiful. :) Read More
Why did you move to Indonesia? by MikeWallace77
Would be interested to know other expats' main reasons for moving to Indonesia, whether it is for retirement, to start a business, live the hippy lifestyle or to escape a sour past, or whatever reason.
Oh my, i'm sorry to hear that. i can't believe that guy in the hotel disrespected you. well next time if that happen again you have the right to slap that guy in the face but if you don't want any violence try to know if that guy is an employee in ... Read More
Indonesian food. by Fred
As a greedy, fat slob, I have to declare a keen interest in food so I decided to start a thread on the subject. Over time, I intend to post photos and videos of the wonderful nosh in this country. I made this little thing back in 2011 and I hope ...
Is it ok if i also post my favorite Indonesian food here? :) http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1mpk3gjNQ8M/T9Gnyhc7DII/AAAAAAAAAI8/_VPktCrleSI/s1600/rawon+setan.jpg Have you guys tried eating rawon? its really good so far this is my favorite food in ... Read More
Why did you move to Indonesia? by MikeWallace77
Would be interested to know other expats' main reasons for moving to Indonesia, whether it is for retirement, to start a business, live the hippy lifestyle or to escape a sour past, or whatever reason.
Thank you very much! i wish i can take my dog with me in Indonesia but unfortunately i have to leave my dog in my country so that my grandma won't be lonely when she's alone. Anyway wow i enjoy reading your story, very well said. :) Read More
Why did you move to Indonesia? by MikeWallace77
Would be interested to know other expats' main reasons for moving to Indonesia, whether it is for retirement, to start a business, live the hippy lifestyle or to escape a sour past, or whatever reason.
Mine kinda sounds cheesy and corny.hehe The reason why i decided to moved to Indonesia is because i found happiness in here. compare to the two countries like Singapore and Dubai that I've been to. Indonesia is the one that stood up for me i really ... Read More
Sharing Center for Love by Bella_Shu
Hello peeps.. sometimes as expat, we facing all the trouble by ourself, also about relationship. It's gettin' worst when no one who can talk to, even we never met before, I hope this thread can help us to keep in touch. If U have any life problem, U ...
this is for your husband. :) thanks bro i do love to go to china we talk about that but i told her its not that easy. based on my experience after i quite my job in my country and just decided to travel. i've been to singapore, indonesia and dubai ... Read More
Sharing Center for Love by Bella_Shu
Hello peeps.. sometimes as expat, we facing all the trouble by ourself, also about relationship. It's gettin' worst when no one who can talk to, even we never met before, I hope this thread can help us to keep in touch. If U have any life problem, U ...
Your right, thanks for the advice. Read More
Sharing Center for Love by Bella_Shu
Hello peeps.. sometimes as expat, we facing all the trouble by ourself, also about relationship. It's gettin' worst when no one who can talk to, even we never met before, I hope this thread can help us to keep in touch. If U have any life problem, U ...
I just wanna share something i'm having a hard time sharing this to my friends so i think i'll just let it out here in this thread. so last year i decided to travel and i ended up in Indonesia its supposed to be a vacation for like 2 months but ... Read More
seeking wise surabaya expat knowledge by j.gillette1986
Hello my name is James. I'm a 27 year old American. I've just arrived in Surabaya to get a TEFL certificate. I'm looking to get into the expat circle. Of course there are lots of differences from the USA and lots of information I'm missing to live ...
Hi there James, what's up? I'm John from the Philippines and i just wanna say welcome to surabaya bro! you will definitely love it here. i came here last year around july and what can i say about surabaya, its pretty awesome bro. the people are ... Read More
Expat blog meet up by deuter
Hello! How about having a meeting between people who live in Surabaya ? I'm writing in english to get the most people possible So if you are interested, just answer here and we will set up a place and a date ! :) Cheers! Terry
Hello there iLham! i'm reading your pm right now and it's good to know that you just live near supermall because my place is just 5 mins away. I'll pm you my number so if you want a meet up just txt me and then i'll inform deuter i got his number. :) Read More
Proposition of date and place to gather! by deuter
As many discussions have been started with a gathering, I think it would be easier if everybody suggests a date and place in this unique discussion ? I'm free whenever you want and I don't have a preference for the place. :)
Nice one ariwahyudi. thank you very much for the advice. i wonder why i didn't think of that. hahaha cheers to you bro. :) Read More
Proposition of date and place to gather! by deuter
As many discussions have been started with a gathering, I think it would be easier if everybody suggests a date and place in this unique discussion ? I'm free whenever you want and I don't have a preference for the place. :)
Don't envy me.hehe someday you'll get to visit that place. in life, just go with the flow good things happen unexpectedly. :) It's because sometimes taxi drivers can't understand English and i can't understand Bahasa so i'm always having a hard ... Read More
Looking for Language Tandem (Indonesian vs Spanish) :D by Tika.Taurins
hi every body, My name is Tika and I was born in Surabaya.. So if you would like to know more about Surabaya city, I will tell you all.. And now I'm so interest with Spanish language and looking to meet friends for tandem :D if you are ...
I studied Spanish when i was in the Philippines but i'm not good at it i only know the basics. our language tagalog is very similar to spanish. Here are the basics: como estas tika?(how are you tika?) mi nombre es(my name is) john paulo tordilla ... Read More
Places to visit in Surabaya
Hi julie so far for me taman safari is the best if you are more into animals and nature. :) Read More
Proposition of date and place to gather! by deuter
As many discussions have been started with a gathering, I think it would be easier if everybody suggests a date and place in this unique discussion ? I'm free whenever you want and I don't have a preference for the place. :)
hahaha! sorry about that. it's because that's the only mall i know 5 mins away from my place.hehe and ciputra mall the one with the cool cinema. i haven't toured surabaya yet because i always get lost i'm really not good with directions. but I've ... Read More
New guy in Surabaya by John_Paulo
Hi everyone i'm John Paulo, you can call me Paulo or JP for short. I'm 23 years old i came from the Philippines just moved to Indonesia currently staying in Waterplace residence, Surabaya. More about me i'm a sporty type of guy i play basketball & i ...
It was nice meeting you deuter. sorry you got bored in our billiard game im not good in billiards i'm more on basketball. anyway, until next time. Read More
Expat blog meet up by deuter
Hello! How about having a meeting between people who live in Surabaya ? I'm writing in english to get the most people possible So if you are interested, just answer here and we will set up a place and a date ! :) Cheers! Terry
Welcome to the forum. I'm also a newbie here in surabaya, indonesia. i just moved in last month so far i'm enjoying my stay here, foods are so good and the people are so polite and friendly. Read More
New guy in Surabaya by John_Paulo
Hi everyone i'm John Paulo, you can call me Paulo or JP for short. I'm 23 years old i came from the Philippines just moved to Indonesia currently staying in Waterplace residence, Surabaya. More about me i'm a sporty type of guy i play basketball & i ...
Hi there arnaud. i'm also new here in surabaya i think someone is already planning a gathering. Read More
Are you free during weekends? by Britboy
I am from London England, and have been in Surabaya 6 weeks. I am still looking for friends for hanging about, jogging,........
Hello there maebel welcome to surabaya i just moved in last month currently staying in waterplace residence. deuter, i'm in. i'm just new here in Indonesia looking forward to meeting new people. Read More
New guy in Surabaya by John_Paulo
Hi everyone i'm John Paulo, you can call me Paulo or JP for short. I'm 23 years old i came from the Philippines just moved to Indonesia currently staying in Waterplace residence, Surabaya. More about me i'm a sporty type of guy i play basketball & i ...
Thanks synthia santoso wow! really that's good. i haven't met anyone here in surabaya. if you have free time hopefully we can hangout you can bring your friends if you want to i always wanted to meet a local here in surabaya. :) Read More
New guy in Surabaya
Hi everyone i'm John Paulo, you can call me Paulo or JP for short. I'm 23 years old i came from the Philippines just moved to Indonesia currently staying in Waterplace residence, Surabaya. More about me i'm a sporty type of guy i play basketball & i ... Read More