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gbdermid

@gbdermid

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American looking for information about Philippines

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American

Lives in Jagna, Central Visayas

Speaks English, Visaya

Registration: 22 June 2017

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gbdermid replied to a thread
4 years ago
Priscilla

Adapting to the climate in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to the Philippines is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of the Philippines? How does the local weather impact your daily life, ...

gbdermid

I live in New Orleans, and live with my wife a few months a year on Bohol, Philippines, in New Orleans, we have high heat days,, 30,to 33,with 90%humidity, Bohol, 30,for a high, 60%after rain, sea breeze blowing off the coast Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
5 years ago
Nadezhda_

Medical Insurance with tourist visa in Manila by Nadezhda_

Hello everybody! I would like to know from the expats in Manila how to receive the medical insurance for the adult and a kid (having tourist visa) and what is the cost/quality. are there any recomendations on the health center/doctors? thank you ...

gbdermid

Really,I was going to buy today with my f ilipina wife, Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
5 years ago
GuestPoster634

what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? by GuestPoster634

what is needed to move from the states to the philippines? i am giving a lot of thought to moving there. what is required to live there?

gbdermid

I will be there on Bohol May and June with my Filipina wife, I plan to apply for a extension of my 30 day visa, because I am married to a Filipina, then I will apply for my 13 A visa Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living 2018 in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...

gbdermid

I have just read your comments, Salamat, my Filipina wife and have just bought a small house to live in while they finish our two story house on mountain near her family,I plan to live on 1000$,us, plus monies from some rents , I hope it works for ... Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
fixfireleo

Advice about Philippines, specifically Bohol? by fixfireleo

Hello. Looking to move to the Philippines in a few years. I have read a lot and a lot of conflicting information. If anyone can answer any of these questions, I would be grateful. I am 49, single and planning on staying that way. Looking at ...

gbdermid

I'm sorry,,but for $275-$500,you might be sharing a CR, no hot water, if you have running water, no air -con!, Can you live like this, I can ,but choose not too.i just bought small house near Jagna, I am having grills and screen installed this ... Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
fixfireleo

Advice about Philippines, specifically Bohol? by fixfireleo

Hello. Looking to move to the Philippines in a few years. I have read a lot and a lot of conflicting information. If anyone can answer any of these questions, I would be grateful. I am 49, single and planning on staying that way. Looking at ...

gbdermid

hello, If i were a picky eater i would not go to a different country, and really not to a Island!!!you need to live in a large metro area where you would feel more at home.Second, i don't think you can live on less than about $2000.USdollars a ... Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Wimbleton

Viagra and Similar brands Can you buy here i. The philipinnes ? by Wimbleton

Have travelled in Southeast Asia and see ads for Viagra and similar products , yet have not seem them here in Phil ? are they not available here ?

gbdermid

I have not seen Viagra, name brand but i use the smallest form of generic from pharmacy, it works for me, and for about $5.00 US, per pill Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willcel

Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel

Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...

gbdermid

Grandmother gave us property as wedding present to build house on, in exchange for us helping to manage the family farm and other properties Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willcel

Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel

Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...

gbdermid

Yes, only so we don't get the wrong looks from some people, my 40 year old daughter and 25 year old granddaughter are ok with it , they think it's cute, her calling me daddy in public Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Willcel

Retiring to the philippines to marry. by Willcel

Hi l am a 71 years young Englishman who has decided after meeting online a young Filipino lady and getting to find out about each other over a long period decided to implement what was in my mind before to retire to the philippines, I have visited ...

gbdermid

Wow, sounds so easy, i hope my SSDI, is also that easy Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Kimo Kiting

Sending Money/Girlfriend Allowance by Kimo Kiting

Hello, I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I would like to thank all of the active members who have provided a wealth of information in pasts discussions. I hope to get to know many of you who are currently living in the Visayas. ...

gbdermid

4 or 5 hundred USD a month, she is a Queen, most people that I know in the Philippines, earn less than 150 usd,,and live comfortably, with less Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
ciprycyp

Getting married in Philippines by ciprycyp

Hello,I’m Ciprian,In September I’m getting married in Philippines,what documents do I need to bring with me? Currently I live in England and my fiancée is working in Dubai,being far,how long before wedding we need to apply fore some ...

gbdermid

After you apply with all paperwork, you will have to wait 10 days before marriage Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
ciprycyp

Getting married in Philippines by ciprycyp

Hello,I’m Ciprian,In September I’m getting married in Philippines,what documents do I need to bring with me? Currently I live in England and my fiancée is working in Dubai,being far,how long before wedding we need to apply fore some ...

gbdermid

You both will need a cenomar, certificate of no marriage in the Philippines Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Cooking like a local in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in the Philippines. What are some of the most popular local dishes that ...

gbdermid

i bring hot Tabasco sauce with me every time i come to visit family, some like it, some don't Read More

gbdermid replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

Cooking like a local in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in the Philippines. What are some of the most popular local dishes that ...

gbdermid

What is gutter oil?, i think i am buying corn oil from town market Read More