Foreigners w/Permanent Resident Visas Still Allowed in Philippines Despite Stricter Lockdowns
President Duterte issued a stricter lockdown status for Metro Manila and other regions from August 4-August 18. However, foreigners w/Permanent…
Quarantine Levels for Expats in the Philippines
Because lockdowns for the coronavirus continue in the Philippines, I decided to release this post. “Quarantine Levels for Expats in…
Sensational Soulful Boracay Sunsets
Because I wanted a break from the current coronavirus crisis crisscrossing the globe, I decided to post some pictures from…
USA Leads 2019 List of Sex Offenders Banned from Philippines
Above all, it’s an affront and an embarrassment. The Philippine Bureau of Immigration, BI, banned 160 alien sex offenders from…
Chinese Top 2019 Philippine Immigration’s “Naughty” List
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration, BI, has released their annual “naughty” list. The Chinese lead the 2019 list of 180…
Retire to the Philippines on $999 Month
I retired to the Philippines in July 2009. Since August 2009, I’ve been writing about life in “paradise.” While a…
3 Philippine Banks Ranked Worst in Customer Service
While I’ve previously written about the best banks in the Philippines, this post offers the opposite side of the spectrum.…
Dead Americans in the Philippines
Yes, it’s a morbid title. “Dead Americans in the Philippines.” After posting a recent story about an American from Boston…
Top 12 Reasons to get Banned from Philippines
Paupers, prostitutes, public charges and idiots not welcome. Because I recently posted an article regarding “public charges,” I wanted to…
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…