Because of the coronavirus and the ensuing quarantines around the planet, the country I now call home presents unique challenges. “Surviving Philippines’ COVID-19 Lockdowns” is […]
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Announcing Captain Tom’s Triumphant Philippines’ Return
Because of the coronavirus quarantine, I’m enjoying the upbeat benefits of the current lockdown. Our province’s ban on mass meetings such as fiestas, for instance. […]
Philippine Bureau of Immigration Relaxes Visa Rules during COVID-19 Crisis
Because of enhanced quarantines (lockdowns) throughout the Philippines, the Philippine Bureau of Immigration relaxes visa rules during the COVID-19 crisis. BI Commissioner Jaime Morente made […]
Sensational Soulful Boracay Sunsets
Because I wanted a break from the current coronavirus crisis crisscrossing the globe, I decided to post some pictures from our Boracay vacation in late […]
PhilHealth: Foreigner Married to Filipina Update
UPDATED 01-24-2020 Update: PhilHealth Membership Renewed with Foreigner Dependent My wife and I made it over to our local PhilHealth in Guimaras yesterday, January 23, […]
Jollibee or Scrooge. Which Will You Choose?
UPDATED 12-27-2019 The Guimaras Jollibee was not open yet as of 12-26-2019. A visit to the new fast food joint displayed a large contingent of […]
Top 10 New Reasons for Retiring to the Philippines
Seems like after living here for over 10 years, I wouldn’t have 10 new reasons for retiring to the Philippines. Because every day can be […]
5 Risky Problems Foreigners Face in Philippines
Have you considered moving or retiring to the Philippines? Because you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you are. Consequently, this post, “5 Risky […]
7 Best Places to Retire in the Philippines
7 Best Places to Retire in the Philippines First of all, please note that many expats recommend checking out your future retirement home in the […]
Want to Spend Six Years in a Philippines Jail? Commit Adultery.
You CAN go to jail in the Philippines if you commit adultery!
Save $20 & Get Your Fan Repaired
The majority of us like to save money, right? Even one of the richest men in the world, Mark Zuckerberg, is allegedly a cheap tipper. […]
Philippines Expat Healthcare Insurance
First of all, if you’re a foreigner in the Philippines with health concerns, it’s a good idea to evaluate all your health insurance options. It’s […]
Stark Raving Mad Lunatics Move to the Philippines
Seems like the past ten years have gone by swiftly. I moved to a “paradise” called the Philippines almost a decade ago. My loving Filipina […]
Amazing Low Cost 4-Hour Bamboo House
“Amazing Low Cost 4-Hour Bamboo House.” Another reason to move to the Philippines. A bamboo abode which can be manufactured in a week. Constructed in […]