jcole4455
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 30 March 2023
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Using your own US Phone number? by chughes6302
Before arriving in Davao two weeks ago, I researched using my existing (at the time) US AT&T phone number. I believed all I needed to do was to "Port" the number to my new Philippine carrier (Smart) and I would be OK. Nothing but OK... Because I ...
AT&T international day plan price has increased to $12 per day capped after the first 10 days. So that means to use you AT&T plan in the Philippines it will cost you an add $120 per month on your normal AT&T bill. For my wife and I ... Read More
Can I book return ticket for over 30 days? by tdtom30
I know that the tourist visa limit is 30 days, and that I intend to get visa extensions to allow me to stay 3 months. It is however $700 cheaper to buy a ticket with the specific arrival dates and departure dates I intend (for 3 months stay) , as ...
It is not as complicated as some make it. Upon you arrival on the 30 day stay simply find the closest Bureau of Immigration and request a visa that will extend you to 59 day stay. Pay the fees associated with the extension. I did this last year no ... Read More
Dating Filipina's - Wadja 6 March 2017 - comments and thoughts? by Lotus Eater
wadja06 March 2017 16:58:19As per what I ve seen in the Philippines, Filipinas are 5 categories: 1- Ugly, chubby, dark skin, that no one would like to date, mainly poor and from far areas. Even in their own countries they are not wanted ...
@GezzarThank God! Somebody had the courage/ intestinal fortitude to say it! Read More
Using Maya
My wife and I are from California, we spend 5 to 6 months every year in the Philippines. We are currently in Southern Leyte where we have a small home. As we travel we are running into places that do not accept ATM/DEBIT/ VISA/MASTERCARD. They only ... Read More
Retiring with family to philippines by Gregsdigitalpics
Just really looking for pointers. My wife is Filipino. We have two children ages 5 and 8 and plan to retire in late 2026. i plan to buy (in my wife’s name) a piece of property in Dumaguete, build a nice house. Have trusted contractors already ...
I felt the same, but betweem 3 to 5 thousand US for a decent used vehicle without warranty seems to be a big risk. we spent 648000 pesos for a 2023 Toyota Wigo last year brand new from Toyota in Tacloban. Around $12000 usd. Having reliable, ... Read More
Retiring with family to philippines by Gregsdigitalpics
Just really looking for pointers. My wife is Filipino. We have two children ages 5 and 8 and plan to retire in late 2026. i plan to buy (in my wife’s name) a piece of property in Dumaguete, build a nice house. Have trusted contractors already ...
Be careful about used motor vehicles, keep in mind all the flooding/typhoons here it may be a risk of purchasing a submerged vehicle that has been recovered. Used often come with no warranty or very short warranty period. My wife and i chose to ... Read More
Passengers denied entry into Philippines stuck at NAIA by danfinn
As we all know, if someone tries to come in and they are on some list, they will not let you in. I still find it worthy to post this information.Story by MARIZ UMALI, GMA Integrated News • 1d •Some arrivals at NAIA Terminal 1 are now stuck ...
I’m an american, my wife (Filipino Citizen) and i departed LAX on the 11th of March flying EVA air to Cebu. My stay is as stated on my airline tickets is 12 March - 1 June. We landed in Cebu on time and easily made our way from Immigration to ... Read More
What to Bring, What to Buy by kjwilde
My wife and I are planning to move permanently to the Philippines this year. We are planning on shipping some things there and buying everything else there. Looking for some suggestions about what is easier/cheaper to send than ...
Drill bits (metal, wood, and masonry) complete sets. Read More
Fuel for an offset smoker/BBQ grill
Ok about to visit the Philippines again (yearly) and contemplating ordering a grill from lazada. But after visiting many times I’m curious as to the type of wood (most available) and /or charcoal (not very available) for the fuel and smoking ... Read More
Airfare ouch! by Prince James
Want to take the wife 6 weeks to visit family Apr-Jun. Airfares ouch! Looking at paying for one person almost what we paid for 2 people five years ago. I have tried every site on the net, I did notice Matrix air seems to be gone. Looking at ...
Well i recently purchased 2 premium economy round trip tickets from Best travel store (BTS) flying EVA Air flying during March 2024 paid $4735.33 for both. LAX TO CEBU. EVA AIR is our preferred airline , we have been flying EVA since 2007 and have ... Read More
Airfare ouch! by Prince James
Want to take the wife 6 weeks to visit family Apr-Jun. Airfares ouch! Looking at paying for one person almost what we paid for 2 people five years ago. I have tried every site on the net, I did notice Matrix air seems to be gone. Looking at ...
About a month ago I booked two premium economy class tickets from LAX to Cebu. Total price was approximately $4500. Of course that’s from Los Angeles to Cebu, you were coming from Southwest Florida to I assume Manila. I almost always book ... Read More
Using your own US Phone number? by chughes6302
Before arriving in Davao two weeks ago, I researched using my existing (at the time) US AT&T phone number. I believed all I needed to do was to "Port" the number to my new Philippine carrier (Smart) and I would be OK. Nothing but OK... Because I ...
At&t international day pass. $10. 00 per 24 hour period up to 100 us dollars. Contact at&t to make sure youare sighned up for international day pass. Read More
Military disability pay and medication by kbustin
Can I still receive my disability pay with out being taxed can I still get my meds from the us bu mail is my ptsd service dog wellcome buy law every where do I still need med insurance or get some reduced payment for being 100 % what is the ...
You can find almost any thing on lazada. Read More
Military disability pay and medication by kbustin
Can I still receive my disability pay with out being taxed can I still get my meds from the us bu mail is my ptsd service dog wellcome buy law every where do I still need med insurance or get some reduced payment for being 100 % what is the ...
Everything is dependent on where you choose to live. our place is very rural and yet we have a vet 12 miles away. The dog food available here is questionable. But if you choose to feed a raw diet you choices are very good and as close as your ... Read More
Auto Insurance by Larry Fisher
I never buy auto insurance through the dealer. I paid cash for my car. Now I want to find insurance. What's the lowdown ?
Bought and paid cash in April 2023 brand new toyota wigo. let the dealer toyota of tacloban handle it all. wife went in to pickup the car and pay the balance, took less than one hour and my wife was on her way. Wife did have a small accident just ... Read More