I’ve been living in this tropical paradise for years now and I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world! Well, maybe for decent cell phone service I would. But other than that this place is pretty great. That being said newcomers should be prepared for certain things before deciding whether or not they should…
Here’s Why Foreigners Get Killed in The Philippines
If you are considering moving to The Philippines you already know that it’s cheap and full of beautiful smiling faces. That’s why there are over 220,000 Americans currently living in the country with 650,000 visiting each year. But there’s a dark side to living here that you should also know about. These last few years…
The Philippines vs Vietnam- Which is Best for Visiting?
If you’ve stumbled upon this article you might be wondering whether you should go to The Philippines or Vietnam. Of course, the answer is it depends on what you’re looking for and what you want out of the trip. This article will explore various topics to help you decide. The Philippines vs Vietnam Both countries…
Traveling to The Philippines With Your Cell Phone
If you’re like most people your phone is one of the most important devices that you own. A phone can make the difference between a good or bad experience in The Philippines and that’s why your phone choice is important to avoid expensive mistakes. I’ve had a few phones here and some are definitely better…
American Who Goes by The Name Eddie Buttered Toast Arrested at BI Office in Davao
Jason Eric Keller who went by the alias Eddie Buttered Toast was arrested at the Bureau of Immigration branch office in Davao City as he attempted to extend his tourist visa. Mr. Buttered Toast was wanted in the United States to face charges of child pornography and enticing a minor to engage in sexual activities….
Davis Taxis Banned From Manila Airport After Driver Tries to Scam Aussie Tourists
Jhumil Bule was the taxi driver caught on camera trying to scam two Australian travel bloggers. The crocked cabbie apparently tried to tell the vloggers they needed to pay an extra fee for their luggage. However, being frequent visitors to The Philippines they knew this wasn’t the case and refused to comply with the driver’s…
How to Avoid Expat Burn Out in The Philippines
I’ve been an expat in two different countries for nearly ten years at this point and one thing you can count on in any gathering of expats is the bitter, damaged, disgruntled expat that complains about everything. You know what I’m talking about. The guy that prefaces every sentence with ‘well in America we did…