@Marathon1946
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Lives in Cebu
Registration: 28 February 2015
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Dealing with emergency situations in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in the Philippines face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and ...
Avoid public hospitals . Medical emergencies in provinces are a significant problem . Serious medical issues return home to mother country if possible. Road accident requiring emergency medical assistance ,BEST OPTION PRAY. Read More
Driving in the Philippines by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in the Philippines? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the ...
Not sure of the relevance of Independece Day and car parking ,but know one thing for sure your gun laws are not something to be proud of . Read More
Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in the ...
haven't you every heard of bartering . you give me a pedicure I give you some vegetables or do your washing or look after your children Read More
Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in the ...
cultural differences exist in every country ,its not about how you make friends . Adapting to a new culture can take time and it certainly doesn't imply that you are not friendly. Great that you are so smooth at developing friendships but let me ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in the ...
i guess one of the biggest cultural shocks for me was in the area of sanitation . I remember visiting a small mall and needed to go to the C/R . Shock and horror after completing my business to discover there was no toilet paper available. I now ... Read More
Driving in the Philippines by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in the Philippines? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the ...
Unfortunately driver education and enforcement of regulations is lacking in Philippines . I laugh as motor bikes shoot past me with the driver somehow texting on his cell and smoking at the same time. Or the family of five with the 2 small children ... 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 ...
Depends on my location and who I am with. I usually feel safe during the day in populated areas or in my subdivision. I am reluctant to be alone after dark in suburbs but with flipinos as company it's ok . Probably the same in any country. I ... Read More
Services - seeking serious contacts in Cebu? by Marathon1946
Hi , My name is Harry ,I have been living in Cebu for 5 years in a lovely subdivision on Mactan Island in Lapu Lapu . I have a small business here which is successful and a small business in the province in Turburan . It is also going well. The one ...
Seriously ,just for A/ C maintenance . Read More
Services - seeking serious contacts in Cebu? by Marathon1946
Hi , My name is Harry ,I have been living in Cebu for 5 years in a lovely subdivision on Mactan Island in Lapu Lapu . I have a small business here which is successful and a small business in the province in Turburan . It is also going well. The one ...
The mechanic was sent by Kia ,new car only done 17,000,km ,still under warranty ,let me assure Mr magnificent this ain't a bitch it's a genuine complaint which I would initiate in any country in the world ,get of your high horse and try to ... Read More
how much i can earn with raise a pig by giovannigio
i would like to ask expat people if someone know, how much it is possible to earn if i buy a baby pig for 1500, o 2500 php and then raise it , and then sell it when it is 100 kilo? thanks
I have small pig farm in province of Turburan about 100km out of Cebu . The farm has 7 sows and the piglet population varies from 15 to 40 pigs . The major cost is the food if you are free ranging that should save you a significant amount . The meat ... Read More
Services - seeking serious contacts in Cebu?
Hi , My name is Harry ,I have been living in Cebu for 5 years in a lovely subdivision on Mactan Island in Lapu Lapu . I have a small business here which is successful and a small business in the province in Turburan . It is also going well. The one ... Read More