First time in the Philippines (Metro Manila)

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

02 July 2016 09:12:35

tyridiculous

02 July 2016 09:12:35

Manila, Metro Manila

Hi everyone,

My name's YC, from Malaysia. I'm currently in midst of making decisions whether or not to move to the Philippines as I recently got a job offer based in Metro Manila. But I'm kinda worried as I know no one there, no friends, no family members, and definitely I don't know how's it like there as I've never been there too. To make things worst, the news of safety concerned me too! Yet, there's a part of me that really feels like taking up this job, as it would definitely be a great experience for me. Hopefully to hear all sorts of opinions from you guys, be it good or bad!

MaroBautista

Serial expat

Member since 17 April 2015

Laguna

MaroBautista

05 July 2016 05:43:10

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MaroBautista

05 July 2016 05:43:10

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Laguna

Hi YC. Welcome to the forum and to the Philippines if you decide to move in. Where in Metro Manila will you be assigned?

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

05 July 2016 11:40:35

tyridiculous

05 July 2016 11:40:35

Manila, Metro Manila

Hi MaroBautista, nice to hear from you. Well, I was told that I'll be assigned to Taguig City, not sure where is that as I've never been to the Philippines, and was told that it is a safe place in the Philippines too, it's also CBD area, lots of places to go to and its kinda like CBD area in Singapore, as I've worked in Singapore before, so that's what the employer HR told me. Haha! Have a great day ahead!

MaroBautista

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Laguna

MaroBautista

07 July 2016 04:23:03

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07 July 2016 04:23:03

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Laguna

Oh in BGC? It's a nice place, very high-end. Yes it is safe but still be careful with pickpockets and snatchers. I think you'll enjoy that place. Good luck!

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

10 July 2016 15:39:14

tyridiculous

10 July 2016 15:39:14

Manila, Metro Manila

Hi Mauro, sorry for the late reply, was busy settling in this new place. Thanks for all your advice and hopefully we are able to grab a drink someday. Good day ahead!

MaroBautista

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Laguna

MaroBautista

11 July 2016 08:28:27

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MaroBautista

11 July 2016 08:28:27

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Laguna

Hi YC, It's okay. That's great! Welcome to the Philippines! I think that would be great. I work and stay here in Makati.

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

11 July 2016 14:51:21

tyridiculous

11 July 2016 14:51:21

Manila, Metro Manila

Hi there Maro, good hearing from you again! Thanks, and as a matter of fact, it's not that bad as I thought it was - except for the traffics! People here drive like there's no tomorrow! Hahaha! Yeah, I don't mind, although I'm not sure where's that yet, but I'm staying somewhere near to SM Aura, is that near to your place? Have a good week ahead!

MaroBautista

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Laguna

MaroBautista

12 July 2016 04:22:20

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MaroBautista

12 July 2016 04:22:20

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Laguna

Hi YC,

Oh right. Yah, I'm sorry I was not able to give you a heads up about that. I'm familiar with that establishment. Maybe we could meet there in BGC, I'll ask my best friend to come with us since he work there too but in Uptown Mall. Will that be okay?

Regards,
Maro

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

13 July 2016 05:42:37

tyridiculous

13 July 2016 05:42:37

Manila, Metro Manila

Hi Maro, great! That would be nice, would love to ask some opinions too, and the more the merrier ya! Just let me know the date and time, but definitely this weekend sounds good! Haha! Do update me again!

MaroBautista

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Laguna

MaroBautista

13 July 2016 09:27:16

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13 July 2016 09:27:16

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Laguna

Hi YC, Sure we'll deal with those questions as soon as we meet. I'm not sure yet if we can meet with you this weekend. How 'bout we exchange numbers so that we can update each other at real time?

tyridiculous

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Member since 02 July 2016

Manila, Metro Manila

tyridiculous

13 July 2016 09:35:53

tyridiculous

13 July 2016 09:35:53

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Manila, Metro Manila

Hi Maro, sounds good! Kindly check your inbox.. Just buzz me and we'll make a plan from there! Look forward to it! Good day!

Jaimiee888

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Member since 23 July 2016

Makati City, Metro Manila

Jaimiee888

23 July 2016 20:23:41

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23 July 2016 20:23:41

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25 July 2016 13:41:23

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25 July 2016 13:41:23

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Welcome to the Philippines! where are you working here in Manila. I suggest to use uber or grab when going around the Metro. Keep Safe!

Jaimiee888

Locals

Member since 23 July 2016

Makati City, Metro Manila

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23 August 2016 16:17:57

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23 August 2016 16:17:57

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Makati City, Metro Manila

Hi.. Thankz for the info.. I work in Alveo Ayala Land,in The Fort BGC...

I dont always check my expar inbox..

Pm me on my viber..

Thankz...
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