@PhilCoulson
Filipino expat in Indonesia
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Filipino
Lives in Surabaya
Speaks Filipino, English
Registration: 23 May 2012
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Want to escape the city? Here are some places you might want to visit. by PhilCoulson
Im an expat here in Surabaya looking to escape the city this long weekend since it's Chinese New Yr. I have gathered some information from my locale colleagues. Here are some great places in East Java. 1. Pantai Lombang, Madura 2. Pantai ...
indeed it is. it might not be for everyone though. cons: - long drive. - no beer around (bring your own would do) - no bars - not a classy place to stay although for some people, this might actually be the pros. hehe. :) Welcome Sifiullah. ... Read More
Want to escape the city? Here are some places you might want to visit. by PhilCoulson
Im an expat here in Surabaya looking to escape the city this long weekend since it's Chinese New Yr. I have gathered some information from my locale colleagues. Here are some great places in East Java. 1. Pantai Lombang, Madura 2. Pantai ...
Here's a video I took of Watu Ulo. Watu Ulo Video Watu Ulo is beside Papuma, it is facing the Indian Ocean. The Current was great for swimming and having fun. but not to the extent that you will be bringing your surf board. Watu Ulo has no ... Read More
Want to escape the city? Here are some places you might want to visit.
Im an expat here in Surabaya looking to escape the city this long weekend since it's Chinese New Yr. I have gathered some information from my locale colleagues. Here are some great places in East Java. 1. Pantai Lombang, Madura 2. Pantai ... Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
Yup. My school has 2-3 yr contracts. Read More
Gathering today! surabaya by John_Juan
dear all! I m John and I m new to town (will be coming often here though). I m a young folk stillI living in paris for a while and traveling a lot between paris and here due to my new pos. Any plan/ any one wanna gather up for some expat ...
I guess it's really hard to make a gathering. :) I wonder who wants to initiate a gathering here. Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
Stuff to do in Surabaya? mostly shopping malls kill time. if you fancy going out of town, Bali is quite near Surabaya, compared to Jakarta. there's a nice mountain called Bromo, they say sunrise is a sight for sore eyes. Lombok is also a nice ... Read More
Hard to make Indonesian friends? by sarah_choy
Hello~ How are you doing everyone~ I'm a South Korean filmmaker visiting Jakarta. Have you made some local friends? I've been here for more than a month but most indonesians seem to hang out in tight groups so it's hard to get to know ...
I went to some bar once with a Canadian social butterfly . She didn't have any problems making friends. Some gave her free drinks. One problem i encounter is the language barrier. Although I think they can be quite friendly with the right ... Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
yes, US$. Holidays? yes. Indonesia has a lot of holidays. We just had 2 weeks of holiday due to Lebaran, a muslim event. 2 yrs of service? most of the schools i have worked with here offers a yearly flight home. accommodation is easy. ... Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
Hello again, As an expat teacher, personally, I have received accommodation for the 1st year, pickup to and from the house they have provided. after contract bonus. In my opinion, min of $1,000 monthly salary (thats the min.). Every year they ... Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
I'll be happy to help. When are you planning to come here and where do you plan to stay? Accommodation here can be an Apartment(or called Condominium in some countries) or a house itself or a plain room(shared with some housemates). Some ... Read More
American woman murdered in Bali by happyhour
http://www.thejakartaglobe.com/news/us-couple-sought-murder-american-woman-bali-resort/ Denpasar. Police in Bali are on the hunt for a young American couple in connection with the alleged murder of the girls mother at an upscale beach resort on ...
I read that they were found already. http://www.rappler.com/world/regions/asia-pacific/indonesia/66097-american-tourist-body-found-bali-police?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=referral Read More
Need information on Surabaya by jennabarry
Hi all, I am just looking for information on living in Surabaya. Cost of living etc.....preferably in euros. Also has anyone worked for Raffles and can tell me more? It is the cost of rent I was wondering about, can anyone help with ...
Hi, Im working in educational institution also.I have not worked in Raffles but i think it's a big school in Indonesia and I'm hearing it from my colleagues . I am currently in Surabaya too. Isn't the school going to provide you your ... Read More
Surabaya: looking for a part time helper.
Hi all, I was reading the Jakarta Forum. I was thinking and hoping there is the same service here in Surabaya. I am looking for someone to help me with some house chores. maybe once a week. I was offered 500,000rp for 1 month, and will only come ... Read More
Filipino page, raise your hands please. :D by PhilCoulson
im a filipino from cavite currently in kelapa gading jakarta. newbie po... hope to see some hands. :D
Thanks for the tip HappyHour. Edited my post. won't be sharing my thought. just my experience. :) to share from what i learned and experienced. - Do not work under business visa or any other visa if you are planning to work in Indo. - have ... Read More
Filipino page, raise your hands please. :D by PhilCoulson
im a filipino from cavite currently in kelapa gading jakarta. newbie po... hope to see some hands. :D
Hi HappyHour, I did not know that. AFAIK, Once caught, you will be deported and banned. It's a good thing that i have a kitas now. :) Thank you for your input happyhour. Read More