AussiePete2
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Registration: 17 December 2015
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What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
Out in the provinces, on Leyte for me, riding is reasonably safe, but you do need to be alert. Wearing full protection clothing is not hot, so long as you are moving..... If you are interested in doing some island hopping on small bikes, let me ... Read More
What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
I am now 70....have been riding small bikes in the Phils for 12 years.......in the provinces. I would not entertain riding in any of the major cities. Never have i had an accident or even a near miss. At times i ride solo, never had an incident with ... Read More
Looking for friends by davross
Hi Everyone, I moved from Australia to Cagayan de Oro in 2010. I live with my Filipino wife , her 2 children, and her mother in our house in Nazareth. I am a young 75 and would love to make some new friends to invite to our house or to meet ...
Hi there..... If you click on my heading....AussiePete2.....you should come to my profile page. From there, you can send a private message to me. Thanks.....Cheers........ Read More
Looking for friends by davross
Hi Everyone, I moved from Australia to Cagayan de Oro in 2010. I live with my Filipino wife , her 2 children, and her mother in our house in Nazareth. I am a young 75 and would love to make some new friends to invite to our house or to meet ...
Hi there......we do not permanent reside in Southern Leyte....but do spend a few months there each year near Sogod....not all that far from Liloan. Back there again in December for a month or so. Always interested in catching up with others. If ... Read More
buying a property to put in a trust for my daughter by jonpaul
Hi all, hopefully someone can help me ? Ive been on a few sites that suggest i as a uk citizen can purchase some land in the philippines and buy it and put it into a trust for my daughter who has duel citizenship who will receive and have full ...
Definately get legal advice. As a foreigner, you cannot buy land. With your daughter being still a baby, i would doubt strongly that a purchase could be put in her name. Your own legal rights in the Philippines are very limited. Cheers....... Read More
Returning to Ormoc, Gift Suggestions for GF and her Family by moonunit0103
Hi, I have packed my bags to leave Sunday, but am about 8KG light. I have bought niece and nephews some toys, but have not gotten GF or her other family members gifts. Not sure what the custom is here, but do not want to be a Cheap Charlie. I ...
Keep your gifts simple. The same for everyone. In a word, the most acceptable is chocolate. You can't go wrong. There is heaps of 2nd hand clothing available there, at very low prices. At an early stage of a relationship, to take 2nd hand ... Read More
expats near sogod, leyte by Igiodroe1
Hello, im jim froe the us. i will be in sogod, so leyte. just wondering if any of you expats live there or close by. thanks. will be looking for a house or apt. to rent.
Hi there......I'm Peter from Australia. I am married to a filipina. We live when in the Phils, in Bontoc, which is the just south of Sogod. We will be there mid July to mid August. I am in and out of Sogod almost daily. More than happy to meet ... Read More
Balikbayan Boxes by GoDees
Hello everyone I am interested in finding out about sending balikbayan boxes to Ph., specifically from Melbourne to Cebu. Has anyone had any experience with these, who to use, who to avoid ? Where do you get the boxes ? Does each company have ...
We are in Melbourne and regularly send boxes thru LBC. They have their own boxes. Their depot is in the western suburbs. Shipping time varies, but usually around the 6 weeks, maybe a bit longer. Never had any issues with boxes being opened or ... Read More
Sogod , Southern Leyte. by Mule Chaser
Hello everyone, im planning a trip towards the end of October to Sogod, Southern Leyte. Is it a safe place for foreigners there ? Any advice , does or donts or suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
I having a lady friend there, you will see Sogod in a different light to that of a foreigner just visiting. The people are wonderful. Hopefully you will be well received. Definately make contact with Bert and his partner in Dagsa...., they are ... Read More
Sogod , Southern Leyte. by Mule Chaser
Hello everyone, im planning a trip towards the end of October to Sogod, Southern Leyte. Is it a safe place for foreigners there ? Any advice , does or donts or suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
Do you have a particular reason for choosing Sogod ? It is a town with basic shops and services for the local people. To me, it has no real attractions for foreigners. Yes, it is a safe town, with very hospitable people. I have been visiting the ... Read More
Touring the Visayas on small motorbikes. by AussiePete2
Hi guys..... I am an Aussie, married to a filipina, we are both 68, although i feel and act as though only 50. We will be in So.Leyte from mid June thru to late July. I would like to catch up with others, interested in touring around Leyte, Bohol ...
We have now arrived in Southern Leyte. Still looking to catch up with others to tour with on our motor bikes. Possible timing will be early July, but dates are open....... Still a chance to get out there and have some fun. All are welcome......... Read More
Touring the Visayas on small motorbikes.
Hi guys..... I am an Aussie, married to a filipina, we are both 68, although i feel and act as though only 50. We will be in So.Leyte from mid June thru to late July. I would like to catch up with others, interested in touring around Leyte, Bohol ... Read More
The best things to discover in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What have you discovered in the Philippines that you would recommend to other expats? Are there any places that you enjoy visiting on the weekends, be it areas of natural beauty or shopping malls? Are there any Filipino dishes ...
Dear Crookers.. I too am Australian, but love the Philippines and its people. From your postings, i am assuming you have mainly been on Luzon, and only in the metro or heavily populated areas. If that is correct, then some points you make are ... Read More
Do you speak Filipino? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Filipino is essential for a successful integration in the Philippines. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Filipino? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
Sorry, i'm with David WF's comments...... Most of what i am told of the talk by relatives and others in our barangay, in relation to myself as a foreigner, and my wife is jealousy....... i dont need to hear it 1st hand.....as it comes to ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in the Philippines can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in the ...
Dirk... I must agree with you 100%. From what i have seen, what the workers produce, with the few tools they have is quite amazing. They have no training....it is so obvious, but they blunder through, and somehow get the job done. It may not be ... Read More