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Allan

@Allanna

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New Zealander looking for information about Philippines

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New Zealander

Lives in Christchurch

Speaks English

Registration: 04 April 2012

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Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
7 years ago
Nathan juan

Dating in the Philippines??? by Nathan juan

I'm curious to know of others experience with dating here. My question is how is dating intercultural? I've noticed that most men and women are married and no one ever wears wedding bands to signify if they are married. So just how does ...

Allan

As 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 or respected by men, they are the ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
sirrobcentral

I need someone to help me cry by sirrobcentral

My house is nearly complete. I am on cloud nine, so excited about it. My life as a bachelor is interesting to say the least. Especially living here in the tropics. One of the drawbacks is that I eat out all the time. So I decided to start living a ...

Allan

Don't fret Ms.jobhunter, I plan to get an apartment or condo to rent there in the Manila/Makati Metro area very soon. Maybe you can help me out with that.Careful Buddy. You'll have one of the darned Troggs chastising you for advertising a ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
yooaavv

Opening a small food businesses in the philippines by yooaavv

Hey guys! First of all, excuse me for my English, it's not my native language. I'm planning to move in the summer to the Philippines(or other third world country in Asia, but Philippines is the current planning) and open a small food cart ...

Allan

iftikhar_peeto "five six is good business, many indian do this business in philippines" I think you need to tell the poor guy what "5 6" is first of all. Its lending money. From experience Filipinos dont like paying back ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
mishi1487

Looking for a job in NZ. by mishi1487

Hi, Im currently in Christchurch and looking for Hospitality Job. Please do help me if you have any recommendations. Thank you.

Allan

I realise this is a year out of date. But you can NOT work if you have a VISITORS Visa. You'll need a Work permit/visa to be able to work. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Fukurokuju

Driving motorbike in the Phils by Fukurokuju

Hi ! I'm french and I'm going to live and work in Manila soon. I would like to drive a motorbike over there. I learned that with my french driver's license I could drive a motorbike in the Phils even if I do not have this option in ...

Allan

Oh you're not kidding. No worries. We'll just leave you on your own planet then. LOL. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Fukurokuju

Driving motorbike in the Phils by Fukurokuju

Hi ! I'm french and I'm going to live and work in Manila soon. I would like to drive a motorbike over there. I learned that with my french driver's license I could drive a motorbike in the Phils even if I do not have this option in ...

Allan

One thing I can say is that Filipino driver is one of the best driver in the world. Maybe that's why in the foreign country, they prefer to hire Filipino driver over some other nationality. Maybe you can agree with me after you managed to drive ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Cynthiavilla

Is it Safe to book international travels Online by Cynthiavilla

I am trying to book my friend from Warsaw, Poland to Manila return through a regular travel agency here in the Philippines but compared to the online booking it is about USD200 higher; I am looking at Travelocity, Fare Compare, Skyscanner; if anyone ...

Allan

I would just make sure whoever you use has an office address and phone number, just in case something happens and you need to speak to someone. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Bhavna

Moving to the Philippines with your family by Bhavna

Hello everybody, When settling abroad with your spouse and children, the expatriation process requires an extensive preparation. What are the considerations to take into account when moving to the Philippines with your family? What challenges have ...

Allan

Dear Ms. Kindly, you asked for my input and I took the time and effort to reply and offer comprehensive explanation to why, based on my professional experiences and others, the Philippines is not well suited for foreign families, specifically from ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
sirrobcentral

Bringing the pet dogs to the Philippines? by sirrobcentral

Has anyone flown their dog /dogs in to the Philippines? If so what was all the required papers and forms? Do you have to have special permission before arriving or is it the same as an individual? Also how long is quarentine? Cost is also a ...

Allan

You asked what all the required papers were. That site gives them. Its a starting point. OR you could contact the department concerned and arrange something. LOL. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Kenjee

Environmental protection in the Philippines by Kenjee

Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in the Philippines? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...

Allan

The trouble is. Joe average Jeepney owner doesnt have the money to convert his vehicle. he's struggling to keep it running now. Even if he did convert it, he'd have to pass on the costs to Mr and Mrs Joe Blow from the the squatters area and ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
sirrobcentral

Bringing the pet dogs to the Philippines? by sirrobcentral

Has anyone flown their dog /dogs in to the Philippines? If so what was all the required papers and forms? Do you have to have special permission before arriving or is it the same as an individual? Also how long is quarentine? Cost is also a ...

Allan

By searching on Google I found this: http://www.philippineconsulate.com.au/bringing-pets-to-the-philippines.html Might give you a few ideas. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Kenjee

Environmental protection in the Philippines by Kenjee

Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in the Philippines? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...

Allan

The topic was started by kenjee, a forum moderator, on this and other country forums to get information, comments etc from members living in those countries. Environmental protection is a very topical subject.Yes I know who it was started by and my ... Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
Kenjee

Environmental protection in the Philippines by Kenjee

Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in the Philippines? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and ...

Allan

Did you pick this topic out of a hat or something? Have you ever even been to the Philippines? Do you know absolutely anything about the place!?? Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
8 years ago
supercad55

Big Move 2017/ 2018 by supercad55

Retired American here planning to move with the wife who is from Manilla and our daughter who will be 1 in 2017 when we move. We are not set on the Philippines but it's in our top 4 with Panama, Costa Rica and Thailand. We do not want to be in ...

Allan

As an American you should seriously check out Belize, in the Caribbean. English speaking country, low cost of living. Not that far from the States. Read More

Allan
Allanna replied to a thread
9 years ago
dctrno60

Mariage Annulment with filipina. Need copy of annulment in Cebu by dctrno60

I hv been trying to find out who where or how I can get a copy of annulment filed in Cebu phil by my wife who I married here in calif.. she told me that her annulment was finalized but when I ask her for a copy she refuses...now I hv the suspicious ...

Allan

It costs a fortune to get an annulment in the Philippines. I'm guessing you probably sent money to her for it. She kept the money and is now making excuses as to why there is no annulment. Been there done that. Read More