Cebu gets all the attention, but Bacolod is the smarter choice for retirees who want real Philippines life without the tourist markup. Rent runs ₱10,000-18,000/month in Bacolod versus ₱15,000-25,000 in Cebu.
Cost of Living in the Philippines 2026 — Monthly Budget Guide How much do you actually need to live comfortably in the Philippines? It’s the question everyone asks, and the answer depends entirely on the lifestyle you want. Here’s a proper breakdown. The Short Answer Frugal: ₱25,000–35,000/month ($440–615) Comfortable: ₱50,000–80,000/month ($880–1,405) Expat lifestyle: ₱100,000–150,000+ ($1,755–2,630+)…
During the past two weeks, I made a very amazing discovery about the price of imported food and drinks in Bacolod City! Some of the stores have really jacked the prices up on a lot of food items that many foreigners enjoy buying. Can we get real here? If Walmart in Florida USA can sell…
Ever since the new Super Metro Store opened in Talisay City, right outside of Bacolod, the BUZZ among the expat community has been about all the favorite expat food items that are available in their store! Imagine a Super Wal-Mart in the Philippines! There is not one Wal-Mart in the Philippines but Super Metro is…
Being a foreigner retired and living in the Philippines, I know that many locals are curious about the things I do when out and about. Like most everyone these days, due to the state of the world economy, I like to spend the least amount of money as possible on my everyday living expenses but…
For everyone planning on retiring to the Philippines this year or within the next few years, they are really doing so at a great time. It is really an exciting time in the Philippines concerning their robust economy! For the past 27 years, I have remained up to date with the latest happenings in the…