I discovered while still living in the USA in the late 1970s that Filipinos are excellent singers, dancers and performers! The house band of my favorite music club in Huntsville, Alabama was all Filipinos and I was blown away how they could sing and perform every single song as good, if not better, as the…
When was the last time it happened to you? That eerie feeling that you have been some place before, a person you see for the first time but it feels like you met them long ago or you are doing something and you say to yourself, “hey, didn’t I do this very same thing in…
Sports fans often just want to catch a game, no matter where they are. If if involves something you can bounce, pass, shoot, kick, throw or catch, there’s a chance you’ll find people who want to watch it from the stands or on TV. It’s no different in The Philippines. When most people think of…
The Philippine airline industry will soon have a stellar addition to its bedazzling business when Tiger Airways Philippines steps up to the plate. Tiger Airways is already a Superstar on the Asian airline scene and they will no doubt be providing 5 Star service to the Philippine consumers, together with Tiger’s excellent safety & security…
Some may think that I am only talking it up when I say that everyday unfolds a new adventure in the Philippines but this has been so true in my life, even after living here year round for the past four years. No, I haven’t left the Philippines once since 2009. If you are looking…
One of the concerns of expats retiring to the Philippines is the weather. Personally, I see the sunshine in most everything and I know there will never be a harsh, cold winter in the Philippines. Many think that typhoons rage and hit every area of the country, every year, but this is not true. Since…
The Lone Ranger does not live in the Philippines but I have discovered that the PNP, Philippine National Police, does an excellent job in our area to ensure that expats living here are well taken care of. In my previous article, “Scared To Go Outside,” I touched briefly on the safety and security of expats…
One of the most popular vehicles you will see on the streets and roads in the Philippines is the Multicab. This is the workhorse of the Philippines, as it is very diverse and can be used commercially and privately for transportation. It is also very affordable and the parts are cheap to replace when needed….
Do not get fed to the gators! Oops, no alligators in the Philippines but there are crocodiles. One of the most sought after answers for single and available foreigners is “How can I meet a fantastic Filipina in the Philippines?” Retiring to the Philippines is not a dating site, however, there is no denying that…
It does not matter if you are a night person or a day person, when visiting the Philippines, you will be looking for a place to lay your head for much needed rest from all the excitement! Don’t be concerned, as there are so many fabulous places to lodge in the Philippines to meet just…
Some say that curiosity killed the cat but if you are planning on retiring to the Philippines, you should let your curiosity run wild! It is best to learn all you can about the Pearl of the Orient before you get here and if you are already here, it is a never ending saga in…
Let me introduce you to a few of my buddies, who I met at Mambukal Mountain Resort. They are getting ready for the Mambukal Mudpack Festival, which begins the third weekend in June. This is one event you do not want to miss in Negros Occidental. You may ask, “Well, how do I get there?”…