strikemaster
Australian looking for information about Philippines
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Australian
Lives in Tagaytay, Calabarzon
Speaks English
Registration: 17 August 2018
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I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61
I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...
IF I was him, I definitely go back but I a not the smartest kid on the block. I would be leaving behind a country that has been kind to me by giving me a healthy pension, good safe food, good shelter, good climate, good friends, free medical and ... Read More
Any Alternatives to Philippines? by fixfireleo
I have read a ton of articles online and I am 99% sure I want to move to Philippines in about 4-5 years. The reasons I chose Philippines are many: 1. They speak English 2. Cost of living 3. Beauty of the place, especially the water 4. The ...
pej1111 ... very true and is also something I am considering as we speak. I am active in another Filo forum about Dyterte. I make no bones about how much I love this man who is making the Philippines safer for guys like myself to visit. I asked the ... Read More
Any Alternatives to Philippines? by fixfireleo
I have read a ton of articles online and I am 99% sure I want to move to Philippines in about 4-5 years. The reasons I chose Philippines are many: 1. They speak English 2. Cost of living 3. Beauty of the place, especially the water 4. The ...
I think both of you are right :-) Research helps definitely but experience is the best teacher. Fixfire gets my vote in the end because he has 4.5 years to make up his mind if I read his post correctly, which means plenty of time for research. ... Read More
Any Alternatives to Philippines? by fixfireleo
I have read a ton of articles online and I am 99% sure I want to move to Philippines in about 4-5 years. The reasons I chose Philippines are many: 1. They speak English 2. Cost of living 3. Beauty of the place, especially the water 4. The ...
Well all I can do is give you my own experience. Tandang Sora, Quezon City, Manila.... Hot, clammy, no space, cheap food at Hypermart, cheap rent in Condo, reasonably safe for foreigners to walk alone to Shops. People nice and friendly. Swimming ... Read More
Planning to retire in Cebu by big dude 2
Hi everybody, I am a new member, and this is my first post on the forum. I am planning to retire and move from Aus. to Cebu City as a permanent resident, probably in a couple of years time. By then, my condo will be constructed and paid for. ...
Hey paul... was hoping you got some good ideas back so I could also take it all on board as well, but unless they give you help in PM's there seems no help at all here for your questions. I am of no help to you either, except to say there is a ... Read More
I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61
I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...
Thanks mate... will certainly check it out! :) Read More
Early Retirement With U$1,000,000? by GuestPoster1050
Hi Folks, If I sold my home, rental property, private business shares, and some collectibles, I would have about U$1,000,000 after fees and taxes. Would this be enough to retire comfortably in the Philippines? Assuming 30 year retirement with no ...
Haha... nagging wives. you got that one right Fred. I have a nagging fiance... does it get better or worse after marriage? Anyway, I am with you mate... whats the point of making plenty of money here there and everywhere, but dying too soon from ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi all, Mike here from Australia. Just looking for help and guidance for relocation to the Philippines if my Fiances Visa is refused. We are both in our sixties and are thinking the Oz govt is not seeking older people to migrate just so in a couple ... Read More
Palawan - how about safety and the Internet ? by VadimDiver
Hello everybody, Members,living in Philippines,could you please tell me how about safety on the Palawan island ? Are there a lot of criminals,drugs etc ? Maybe I am wrong,but I suppose the Internet is not so wide-spread there. Am I write ? Also, ...
Beautifully said sir... amen. Read More
Palawan - how about safety and the Internet ? by VadimDiver
Hello everybody, Members,living in Philippines,could you please tell me how about safety on the Palawan island ? Are there a lot of criminals,drugs etc ? Maybe I am wrong,but I suppose the Internet is not so wide-spread there. Am I write ? Also, ...
Yes sir, I not only think you are very very rude, but also ungrateful to the many that answered you. If I was a local in Puerto Princesa, I would be very happy if you stayed where you are, as I would not like so many ungrateful people in my country. ... Read More
I moved to Puerto Princesa, Palawan by Ray61
I moved in November 2015 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Before, I was living in Agoo, La Union (Philippines). I don't know how many of you are living in Palawan but I have to say, that's the best decision of my life. I'm very used to live ...
Hi Ray, Just wondering if you still living in Puerto Princesa and how is it all going for you. I was myself interested in Tagaytay on the mainland near Manila, but you got me thinking also about this place. looks good from what I see so far. The ... Read More