BOONDOCK-SAINT
American looking for information about Portugal
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Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025 by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ...
@BOONDOCK-SAINT Try Agoda, where you can get more recent reviews. . . . Good Luck! - @Calif-NativeThanks for that sage advice! This is the kind of boots-on-the-ground info I can benefit from. TY! Read More
Need a Rental in Manila, Quezon, Makati, or BGC starting Feb 2025
Hi Folks,I'm in the process of buy airfare to Manila around the 16th and will stay a month or so. There are all sorts of hotels, places on AirBnB etc.Does anyone know of a decent place, quiet, not infested, semi affordable for me to rent that might ... Read More
living in Vlora during the winter by Pivezaj
Can anyone tell me something about living in Vlora during the winter months? Thanks,I
That's awesome! Thanks for that.HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE 💢💥 Read More
living in Vlora during the winter by Pivezaj
Can anyone tell me something about living in Vlora during the winter months? Thanks,I
Living in Vlora during winter can be quite peaceful, . . . as the city can be quite quiet during this season. - @Surah Al WaqiahI LOVE it! Has my name all over it.Hopefully I can make it before Christmas and find a quite place with a good rent ... Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ...
@Strontium Thank you. I've grown to respect your qualified and restrained answered, much appreciated. Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ...
@JellyB6684Thank you for sharing your experience! I just don't want to get to a destination and be rejected on the principle of no return flight to provide.If I have some AirBnB etc receipt money in the bank and my new 10 year US passport, I hope ... Read More
One-way vs round-trip flights, hopping countries for extended stays
Hi Folks,From what I've researched and read, if I want to play "tourist" from country to country, it seems to require round trip tickets. The problem is, I will not require a return flight, in that I have no intentions of returning. But if I go to ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
@Lotus EaterHa, I had clicked on the Harry O page on IMDB not too long ago."He lives on the beach, and when he's not working on cases he spends his time fixing up his boat, "The Answer." Harry O is unusual in that he doesn't own a flashy car in ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
@BOONDOCK-SAINT Hi fellow Americano, . . . I would be glad to answer any more questions if you have any. Thanks Joseph! You have a bead on an available apartment or house that's quiet enough? :D Maybe you can PM me any info for realtors or ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
What I said = 1) In acclimated to the PNW and 2) I'm not cut out for heat and humidity. Those go together. I happen to BE in the PNW atm before I venture south again. Was just camping near St. Helens, nice and cool :DI'll be meandering back through ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
@xilefnerradI grew up from the south of Manila that is why I am recommending thoseThank you for the informative reply, much appreciated!I'm somewhat familiar with some of the names you provided, but if you can afford the time to show on google map, ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post by BOONDOCK-SAINT
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ...
Thanks for all the awesome replies! What a great forum. Much appreciated.I'm turning 61, so not looking for bar scenes, wife or booty-calls. I want to get away from the hassles, attitudes and entitlements of the US and similar cultures.My niece and ... Read More
Just another "Expat in Baguio City" post
I live in the PNW of the US, I'm not cut out for severe heat. I have aspiration of spending time in Baguio, the opinion changes frequently depending on which video I watched last.Anyhoo, I would like to know from people who actually live in Baguio ... Read More
Shipping Household Goods - just a box or two by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I didn't want to hijack the other active thread on this topic. I plan to bring with me two suitcases and possibly ship two boxes of towels, winter clothes, electronics, and other low value items to PT.Asking your opinions here - do you ...
Replied in PM, cheers Read More
Targeting areas with modernization and low tourism by BOONDOCK-SAINT
Hello all,I'm not suggesting I WANT to live on or near beach front areas, but I needed to find a way to show an area on the map with a link. No uploady.Along the course in this map link, and to the East a ways, does anyone know and or live in these ...
All that may be true, but the point is "IS THIS A GOOD AREA" and is there anyone that lives IN THESE areas that has expert knowledge. Not too hot, not too cold, not too touristy, NOT by the RR tracks, decent infra and internet etc etc. Read More