It's my first time commenting, I've watched you videos for a while. One of my favorites. As an American it's the path I follow. I've found a filipina that can be special to me. I'm 54 she's much younger and I really didn't look for this young but she shined. I am planning and almost to the point I'll be able to work remotely in a digital marketing job. I don't think I'll ever retire completely. But I love your content because very similar to me. I look online for her . Anyway keep up the great content. Btw I know I'll not want cheap living I'll want high quality of life like I see you living.
Men seem to always pay in relationships. I dated a "pobre" in Ecuador and found that even though I was on a budget and paid her housing and food, her extra "asks" soon grew from 10's to 100's to 1000's even though I was saying no all along. She was curious how much she could get. It's sad that most relationships are cut from this cloth.
Sorry, you had to learn the reality of most overseas relationships - it's transactional. If lack of resources were not a problem, most would stick to their own kind and refuse anything to do with a gringo. Once they get involved with a gringo, it's usually about resource extraction.
Wow. Thank you for sharing this to your audience Sir Rob and Maam Chrissy. It gives me goose bumps that you promote our place. I did not include those that I know you had already visited for sure or is planning to visit. Did not include Camiguin also because this is another TOP 20 places to visit just in Camiguin alone. I just want to share some places for you to really enjoy CDO to the fullest. The City of Golden Friendship. God bless. Thank you Sir Rob for taking good care of one of our people. Godspeed.
Congrats and Enjoy the moment and Journey and Living the Dream.. CDO is a place to visit but I'll stay in Dumaguete as a sleepy town and great jumping off point. And because as you said my girl is from there..
Hi Rob! just saw your channel and this video for the first time today. My very first thought 2 mins into the video is that you have found the Filipina version of Andie MacDowell. Wishing you all the best with this beautiful woman.
Moved here 14 years ago built a house american standards, hot water air conditioning generator if needed, internet cignal satellite tv so I spent around ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS BOUGHT A NEW CAR SO NOW BROKE ,but ss EACH MONTH AT TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS has been more than enough to handle any expenses and still save money. OH married to a Philippine wife for 25 years. Great place to live just budget and you will be fine. We have over 30 expats we have met and we get together every month to have lunch together. Other parties and get togethers, this life here is great. MKL Live in Nagcarlan Laguna near San Pablo Laguna
It paid off for sure to buy good video equipment. The majority of the video reflects a proficiency level of technical expertise and experience in shooting videos far beyond the usual amateur clips at a level of visual art.
We love your channel- your working so hard to rebuild your subscriber base - it really is amazing to watch. Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback. Rob and Chrissy
Another Great video Chrissy and Rob! Well done and delightful. I've got a request...Id love to hear from some of your expat friends who have been married to a Filipina for 5 or 10 yrs to see how happy they are. Thanks and keep up with the awesome content!!
It always seems to be something. My GF wants to go visit her parents for the holiday this next week. Bus tickets are 8000PHP for her and the 2 kids. Not in the budget. These expenses are ALWAYS coming up. I haven’t had 1 month that didn’t have an extra unanticipated expense. If you live in the Philippines and live like you’re on vacation you definitely need a larger budget.
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines The price is for a bus ride and a ferry to go from Manila to another island, Samar and then another bus ride to her parent’s town and then the return process. The total trip takes nearly 20 hours each way. The plane option on cebupacific was substantially more when I looked it up 2 days ago being this close to leaving.
Can you put on your list for future video's. Best places to Surf. Beginner, intermediate, advanced. Quality of lodging, food and Safety. Thanks p.s. also fishing village video and foodie video for best seafood village.😊
Sorry, but hitting a ball with a stick, throwing it through a hoop, or running with it doesn't hold my interest. These are things ANYBODY can do. I need something that requires special skills. I come to the Phils for 2 1/2 mo to escape a New England winter. After 4 trips I've found the right girl to bring back to the USA. I'll guess I've got $64K invested. LTRs are difficult to maintain. We have survived and a new chapter is about to begin. Although we have a GREAT difference between our ages, there are no kids involved. She looks forward to becoming an American, and I look forward to becoming her teacher. The Phils was the answer for me!
Just found your channel. My first thought was my God, I had no idea how beautiful it is there! Now I want to move to the Philippines. Oh, and the scenery in the background is nice too. 😉
IMO $125 a month is extremely expensive for a scooter, I don't think a lot of long term expats are doing that. A Click cost like 80k, you have paid for the thing in 12 months. That's newbee/tourist pricing. Buying my 11 month old Click and using and selling after owning it for 18 months cost me $15 a month in Thailand excluding gas (includes transfer fees, depreciation, oil changes, etc). I totally understand the safety concerns but it's dirt cheap transport if your willing to take the risk. Good video, thanks
all that outdoor places to visit..attractions...pools....waterfalls etc...sounds like you need a car if you dont think its safe on motorcycles...guess....getting to these places are the biggest problem....sounds like not too many connecting buses...if you havent top dollar....
Gentlemen..he found a great lady..if you are willing to raise another man’s child..women like this are here. Many single mothers would be grateful for a man like this..
As always - great contribution. Packed with info for potential immigrants to the Philippines. One of the smartest decisions you listed when discussing your Budget is to control your spending to not drive a scooter. How you are organized now - you could run your expenses down quickly if needed. A motor accident however could put all that into jeopordy pretty fast. As a foreigner - you would find it difficult to get a fair judgment if you should hurt somebody. Or - the other way around - you could hurt yourself to the point you need long term medical care that might not be available at your level of expectations. The word "play" comes up a lot in your discussion - yes you two - play but play it safe. Life is too good to risk anything.
Ok so I have 2 questions about this: 1. Do you have any expenses - yourself - that you have to cover back in the US? (some of us do) and Dos: where in the Phil’s do you get vegetables that last 2 weeks? I’m lucky to have them 4 days before they start going bad and that’s refrigerated … jussayin’
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines Thanks, I only ask because I’m still paying a house in MD and the water, WiFi and HOAs and my daughter pays a little less than half of the mortgage. That really cuts into my discretionary spending here but still do OK ….
The last thing I’d want to do is want to try to “keep up” with people. I’d prefer to do what pleases me. I am long over the competition phase with people. I’m retired, own my own home, I have my hobbies and friends and I feel no desire to buy a new car because my neighbor just bought a new Mercedes or take an expensive holiday to Europe just so I can brag that I’ve been to Paris or Italy again. Been there, done that, now I live for myself.
I have to buy a whole basket, when I go golfing. I'm an old baseball player,and I just can not get used to holding the golf club with my pinky fingers interlocked.
I live outside LA. A typical date runs $400+. I attend tons of concerts at the Hollywood Bowl, Greek, Sabin, Forum, etc. The concert tickets alone run $300+.
Hahaha been watching some of your videos and it's pretty fun to see people that doesn't know what they doing explain to others what to experience or expect ... Especially fun when you criticize other Vloggers that have a lot of experience that you obviously don't have ...
Gonna be fun riding a Hog with all the trikes, scooters, and trucks banging into each other all around you!🤣 I wonder why there aren't a lot of motards there? You know, say a Honda 250-450 single with street tires? Maneuverability, power to get out of trouble, plus manage the potholes, dirt roads and such of a 3rd world country? Just a thought.
@@bigjohnson7415I'm a big guy. My first bike was a 250 Helix back in the late 80s, and I was abut 60lbs less than I am now, and I STILL outgrew that bike in no time flat. Next bike was a Suzuki 450L. Literally a girls bike. I bought it off a coworker. It was his wife's bike. Outgrew it quick too. 3rd bike was a Yamaha XS850SG. Sweet bike. Loved that bike. Triple. Shaft drive. Dual disc brakes on front, single on rear. Kickstarter AND electric start. I need about a 900+ or I'm just not comfortable on the bike. And I would want to take none of the above on an unimproved jungle trail in the Philippines. But could you imagine how much fun and utility an adventure bike would be? There are 5 HD dealerships in the Philippines. Hogs exist as do superbikes, typically weekend riders tho.
Love CDO. So much to do. Just the way all the shopping is within a mile or so. A single guy living in Centrio or Ayala towers would be in heaven. Everything within walking distance you need. I stayed at Centrio in Feb. Probably settle in a more suburban area though as the soon to be wife wants a couple chickens and maybe a pig a year, lol.
I would Love to visit the Philippines . Is it possible for you to recommend a Reputable agency that provide accommodations and a personal guide that knows the area and where to go and what to do for at least a month ? If she likes to cook sometimes that would be really nice too ..
I think sometimes its great to go out even if u go out once a month maybe to a restaurant or for something or maybe every 3months depends on your budget cau when a holiday comes up in your girlfriend country u will go to that event and its going cost so just have holidays and play money
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines thank you. As a veteran I am looking at Manila or Cebu area. Any thoughts on best places for Disabled Veterans? I love BJJ, Muay Thai, weight Training, and above all telling people about JESUS. One other thought... what are some good banking institutions that I can use both in the states and in the PH? Keep up the great work as I really enjoy the content. You both are funny!!!
140,000 Php a month? No way I'm swinging that without depleting my emergency cash.(In other words, not going to happen.) But, I don't golf never liked it, I'm not interested in living like I'm on vacation. After discussing at length, indeed there are places my girl and I want to visit and we will. But we are content spending quality time together. One of my hobbies is cooking and she's a chef, so outings for us will be as simple and practical as heading into town for the markets. We will be living in the Provence so trips to town will be an overnight excursion. Also giving us a chance to catch a movie maybe sample some local cuisine, Karaoke Ect. What separates my girl from any other I've encountered is, she absolutely does not like spending money frivolously and does not seek a lavish life. I will do nothing to alter that sentiment, spending can derail the best laid out plans and becomes a hard habit almost impossible to break.
Yes, I agree. You have to be careful not to alter that sentiment. I never golfed until I came to the Philippines I have a friend who’s older than me and he’s very very active and he has been my role model to start doing more and more things in my retirement.
If your ignorant then it can cost alot! If your an alpha male with a personality and a moral spine then it can be super cheap! I know of a man who married a young gal and they've been married for 15 yrs and he's much older and she loves him to death and he is as poor as it gets, he is intelligent they are both solid Christians! She worships the ground he walks on and is petrified that he will die before her, and she is a highly college educated farm gal with amazing personality! They are cazy about each other and there's a 50 yr difference in their age!
Rob and Chrissy 🙌 have a beautiful weekend , Pay To Play with a Filipina , very true . told my fiancée that's why we start business is hybrid store in her home town has cloths/ sari sari / milk tea shop so it would pay the reg bills and i can used my pension for travel and stuff. 3 more years tell retired work and buy stuff we need for the home and store.
Well if you’ve not got 10k ya cannot spend that..me thinks you should be trying before ya buy for a substantial period unless your about to kick the bucket..Filipino don’t jump in straight away with marriage etc. So why do foreigners ? 🧐… I’m in my 5th year and getting married next year and it will be 6 years.. but I’m with a modern city girl.
@@Eric-qm5xw Well people try. People try all the time to set up "pen pal" type online LDR because they like to feel like they have a girl friend and they dont even mind sending a little money because its like a hobby to them. I've seen it. Some very good friends of mine that were sweet, good girls get their hearts broken waiting for a man that never shows up. Or, he strings her along and uses her as a vacation rental instead of acting with honor and just leasing a bar girl. I hate seeing that because there are some very good sweet girls over there and being treated like that, is not good for anyone. Its not good for her, its not good for us men, and its certainly not good for society in general. And timeline depends on your perspective and goals. I am a very results oriented objective person. I think the most common mistake people make are they think that being a wife or husband vs just being a girl friend or boyfriend is an "upgrade". We say, well if she and I get along and she doesnt give me too much crap, and doesnt try to CHANGE me, then maybe we can get married. Sure would be nice to have some steady kitty cat that I could trust. Yea. Well the problem is, marriage is change. If yu cant roll with that, you've got no business getting married. Kids are change. Guess what happens 90% of the time when you have a girl move in with you and you have an extra room in the house? Like your gaming room? It gets filled. Repurposed. You're painting those walls pink before you know it. Decide that you want to get married. Decide that you want to be a husband, and a father. Then look for a girl that wants the same thing and see if you two can get along and make it work. Focus on the objective. The puropose, the goal. Getting into a relationship and getting trapped or trapping a girl that didnt want these changes or didnt want to make the commitment is a recipe for DISASTER. Thats how people "grow apart"
I don't understand what your point? Did you really have to go thru all that cost detail? I am not an expert on the Philippines. I do know the standard of living is way below the US. My impression is that you can have a lot of fun for not that much money. Thanks for a run down of the places to see!
You seem so in love and happy with Chrissy as the smile on your face shows it. You are correct that it costs to play regardless of country but here in NY, put another digit in your number 😅.
Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉😮😂❤😊 on your engagement. You are able to do your requirements for marriage in Cebu City at city heath, consolate, and PSA. We have a seminar to attend yet in 1 month, and we finished everything else in a day. Oh, besides, we picked up our CENOMARS the next morning.
But what if you are single and want to stay single but want to date around (30 days in a month so 30 dates with 30 different ladies), how much would that be?
Another great and (importantly) informative guys. It’s good to know exactly what to expect expense wise. Lastly, congratulations, Chrissy is going to build a large bicep lifting that rock on her left hand. (Just kidding) I’m happy to see you both so happy together. The two of you are a great encouragement to “fly me to the Philippines”…
She has had an instructor at the driving range and the caddies all have to be able to shoot within 10 strokes of par so they give tips out on the range also
You guys are great! Funny and honest about your life together. But you definitely live a more upscale life than the "Average" Expat. But hey, if you got it, why not enjoy it! 😜 Probably about a tenth of that lifestyle would be in the West!👍
It’s not as hard as some might think I’m only paying US$900 per month in rent. The location just happens to be exceptionally nice and I found it by pure luck but there’s lots of properties open in the mountains that can be spectacular.
Hi love your channel, i am a 100% disabled Vet as well as i get SSDI, i do make like $5300 a month, but i am looking at BGC in Manila right now, do to i maybe able to go to the VA there for my health care and stuff, but i am open to different options if it works out with the VA, what would you recommend for someone like myself ? also i would need to be setting up cell phone and service there and i like to have like the fastest internet i can get as i do online gaming ?
Hi Stan. Complicated question for comment section. Tagatay has good weather and can drive into VA… I offer personal consultations flymetothephilippinesconsultation.as.me/
@FlyMeToThePhilippines only a suggestion. how about collabing with @TheFilipinaandtheForeigner ? I believe you are close in distance. I recognize the mountain name
Responsible women who are interested in being able to support themselves and their family - not simply look for an expat to do it all for them - is probably rare over there ? -- Those kind of women are likely to be working in another country perhaps as a nurse or something. ( ? ) Perhaps a Filipina bank executive or MD. in the Philippines are also very rare to come by ? - - - All this means is it would be nice to have some financial help with those extra expenses ? Even if it were ( only ) $400 - $500 / mo. ? > Many expats only get $1200 - $1800 / mo. -- That 'extra' makes a huge difference ! 🤔
If you want to have a good time, do things and travel in the Philippines, it's going to cost. Expats on extreme low budgets can not really enjoy themselves with their partner. Staying at home and walking are their only choices.
The biggest cost to a foreigner is the price of airfare to the Philippines and back home again if the date expects to much find another pretty Filipino! To have fun with however avoid bar girls other pay a higher cost !
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines just something to think about. By the way I will retire in February. I’ll be looking for my own Philippina. Oops! I mean lady. I enjoy watching you guys.
WOW..... so thats how the other half lives......!! I mean a Big night for me would be a burger somewhere with a sea view.. An extra special night... I would add fries.
You forgot to mention CHEMISTRY. If a woman has this for you then dates at Starbucks and the park are all that is required. Throwing money at a woman is never a good idea. it will always come back to bite you. I will never understand a man who purchases more than one engagement ring in a lifetime. Learn your lesson the first time around. At the end of the day you need to understand that you are in a very poor country which makes you the prize and the woman is lucky to be with you. Sorry but you have spoiled your woman and there is nothing good about this. The Pandora's box has been opened.
@@Eric-qm5xw yes it takes money to enjoy life. The myth about being poor and happy is just that, a myth. In a poor country there is no need to spend a lot of cash especially on a woman. She will become a monster of your own making . Treat her well but keep her humble if you want peace in your household.
Happy Friday, Rob and Chrissy 🙌 have a beautiful weekend ahead. Every time I watch your videos, I get more and more excited about my trip to the Philippines next month 😃🙌 It would be great to connect with you 🌍
I guess you are paying to play so you should know and I can see she is taking you to the cleaner's you just don't know it yet. Can you hear yourself talking
So you’re a expert on their relationship. Mine to also married to a Filipina for thirty years when does the using start? Loving faithful honest ethical, and non judgemental. Already better than you son.
Another fantastic video!!! Thanks for the information. I'm a social person like you, Rob. I have always been a member of a country club. I like the social opportunities that clubs offer. My lifestyle is more like your current lifestyle. Let's face it, where you live dictates your lifestyle. I have always had homes in the upper tier of the market. I currently live in a 4000+ sq ft home, one floor, with all the amenities, in a gated golf course community. Your current home is more to my liking. Can homes like yours be found? You told us what you pay for rent, but I didn't take the time to total up everything that you mentioned in the video. What do you think a person would need to fund your new blossoming lifestyle if you owned your own transportation?
1m to 3m buy and own a car , suv runs payments 20k a month insurance run 6k a month then their gas 15k say 41k total add transportation . his budget is 170 k add 41k to his budget. 220k be good. i say 4k in usd a month
Very informative video, thank you. I wanted to ask, from a man's perspective... Are Filipina women becoming materialistic just like Western Women, and especially women in the United States ? Seems like thanks to the Internet, the traditional Filipina woman is going away. The beautiful lady has a beautiful voice.... She should consider a singing career
Thanks for the positive feedback and the compliment not sure we can speak for all Filipino women, but there are lots of traditional women here in the Philippines
excellent program, Thank you so much.
Glad you liked it Albert 🙏
Congrats!
I 100% agree with Chrissy about changing. It’s necessary to evolve with our partners. I applaud your positive changes.
Thanks Cetilly
What a beautiful view from your balcony! Thanks for the video.
Alleycat check out our video Eye Candy we show more of our view
How’s the grab there ?
Chrissy looks very happy EXCEPT...Rob looks even happier! Can't argue with success. Keep the great vids coming!
😀😀Thanks
It's my first time commenting, I've watched you videos for a while. One of my favorites. As an American it's the path I follow. I've found a filipina that can be special to me. I'm 54 she's much younger and I really didn't look for this young but she shined. I am planning and almost to the point I'll be able to work remotely in a digital marketing job. I don't think I'll ever retire completely. But I love your content because very similar to me. I look online for her . Anyway keep up the great content. Btw I know I'll not want cheap living I'll want high quality of life like I see you living.
Thanks illybey. Glad you’re here. Good luck to you
Men seem to always pay in relationships. I dated a "pobre" in Ecuador and found that even though I was on a budget and paid her housing and food, her extra "asks" soon grew from 10's to 100's to 1000's even though I was saying no all along. She was curious how much she could get. It's sad that most relationships are cut from this cloth.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to share
Sorry, you had to learn the reality of most overseas relationships - it's transactional. If lack of resources were not a problem, most would stick to their own kind and refuse anything to do with a gringo. Once they get involved with a gringo, it's usually about resource extraction.
@@ericpowell4350You mean relationships in general not just overseas. In fact its even worse and more expensive at home in western countries.
truth
Wow. Thank you for sharing this to your audience Sir Rob and Maam Chrissy. It gives me goose bumps that you promote our place. I did not include those that I know you had already visited for sure or is planning to visit. Did not include Camiguin also because this is another TOP 20 places to visit just in Camiguin alone. I just want to share some places for you to really enjoy CDO to the fullest. The City of Golden Friendship. God bless. Thank you Sir Rob for taking good care of one of our people. Godspeed.
Etstv you’re the ambassador for the city of Golden friendship
Dear Chrissy and Rob - Has the older gentleman finally got his act together to buy a ring :-) Congratulations and best regards from Denmark 😂😂
Hi Bent 👋
Always enjoy hearing about the golf in that part of the world! You should make a complete video on one of your golfing days.
Great idea Ken
I agree..golf is primary hobby for some of us.
Congrats and Enjoy the moment and Journey and Living the Dream.. CDO is a place to visit but I'll stay in Dumaguete as a sleepy town and great jumping off point. And because as you said my girl is from there..
Thanks for watching Paul and taking the time to comment
Hey Rob, been watching a few of your videos. Really like that view where you're at. Do you mind sharing the whereabouts?
I am in the uptown area of Cagayan de Oro about 3 to 4 km south of the uptown mall there are a number of gated subdivisions which have ridge views
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines thanks for the reply!
Hi Rob! just saw your channel and this video for the first time today. My very first thought 2 mins into the video is that you have found the Filipina version of Andie MacDowell. Wishing you all the best with this beautiful woman.
Thank you Frank she’s a beautiful actress
Moved here 14 years ago built a house american standards, hot water air conditioning generator if needed, internet cignal satellite tv so I spent around ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS BOUGHT A NEW CAR SO NOW BROKE ,but ss EACH MONTH AT TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS has been more than enough to handle any expenses and still save money. OH married to a Philippine wife for 25 years. Great place to live just budget and you will be fine. We have over 30 expats we have met and we get together every month to have lunch together. Other parties and get togethers, this life here is great. MKL Live in Nagcarlan Laguna near San Pablo Laguna
Thanks for watching the video and taking the time to share
Excellent video,, Thank you for sharing. Jorge from Texas.
Glad you enjoyed it Jorge
It paid off for sure to buy good video equipment. The majority of the video reflects a proficiency level of technical expertise and experience in shooting videos far beyond the usual amateur clips at a level of visual art.
@@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp Thanks Bernard
Great video that really shows what to expect living a great full life ❤
We love your channel- your working so hard to rebuild your subscriber base - it really is amazing to watch. Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback. Rob and Chrissy
You can buy a year old second-hand Honda click for 60k pesos, driving is safe if you are responsible .. but don't drive at night / drink alcohol.
Thanks for sharing that Ian
Another Great video Chrissy and Rob! Well done and delightful. I've got a request...Id love to hear from some of your expat friends who have been married to a Filipina for 5 or 10 yrs to see how happy they are. Thanks and keep up with the awesome content!!
Thanks for the suggestion Vaderbill
It always seems to be something. My GF wants to go visit her parents for the holiday this next week. Bus tickets are 8000PHP for her and the 2 kids. Not in the budget. These expenses are ALWAYS coming up. I haven’t had 1 month that didn’t have an extra unanticipated expense. If you live in the Philippines and live like you’re on vacation you definitely need a larger budget.
Papa Doug, kids, underwater, free on the bus it only cost 500 pesos for the air-conditioning bus to go five hours south to Chrissy’s hometown each way
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines The price is for a bus ride and a ferry to go from Manila to another island, Samar and then another bus ride to her parent’s town and then the return process. The total trip takes nearly 20 hours each way. The plane option on cebupacific was substantially more when I looked it up 2 days ago being this close to leaving.
I see🤔
If never ends once you open the floodgates
It's seems your filipina is not respecting the financial budget to which is your fault for not respectfully and maturely setting boundaries early on.
I'm enjoying your videos. My wife and I are curious about tennis. Are there good places for playing tennis? Thanks.
I have seen courts however I am just not familiar now to give a good answer
Noticed you have a Sky Direct dish, is it much better than the other internet that is available?
That’s a satellite dish for TV we don’t use it I wish I could take it down and block the view a little bit
Rob thinks indoor play is free. 😅😅 You two are doing it right! Keep up the good work.
Hi Steve, thanks for watching and for your positive feedback
Can you put on your list for future video's. Best places to Surf. Beginner, intermediate, advanced. Quality of lodging, food and Safety. Thanks p.s. also fishing village video and foodie video for best seafood village.😊
Great suggestion!
Sorry, but hitting a ball with a stick, throwing it through a hoop, or running with it doesn't hold my interest. These are things ANYBODY can do. I need something that requires special skills. I come to the Phils for 2 1/2 mo to escape a New England winter. After 4 trips I've found the right girl to bring back to the USA. I'll guess I've got $64K invested. LTRs are difficult to maintain. We have survived and a new chapter is about to begin. Although we have a GREAT difference between our ages, there are no kids involved. She looks forward to becoming an American, and I look forward to becoming her teacher. The Phils was the answer for me!
Thanks for sharing your experience
Once they learn the ropes....well, do the math
One more clip of good information. Do you now live in CDO? I have been there only once, stayed lost the whole trip.
Hi Freddy, yes, we live in the uptown area of Cdo, it’s quite confusing downtown
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines We are near Sindangan about 8 hour drive there I think.
Just found your channel. My first thought was my God, I had no idea how beautiful it is there! Now I want to move to the Philippines. Oh, and the scenery in the background is nice too. 😉
Welcome!❤️🙏
May ask what is the location at where you live and if there is a place you can rent to visit? At the location.
Thomas it is a subdivision in uptown. No rentals for short term or monthly visits in my neighborhood.
IMO $125 a month is extremely expensive for a scooter, I don't think a lot of long term expats are doing that. A Click cost like 80k, you have paid for the thing in 12 months. That's newbee/tourist pricing. Buying my 11 month old Click and using and selling after owning it for 18 months cost me $15 a month in Thailand excluding gas (includes transfer fees, depreciation, oil changes, etc). I totally understand the safety concerns but it's dirt cheap transport if your willing to take the risk.
Good video,
thanks
Thanks Duncan that was a good share
Good real-life topic!
Thanks Tim 🙏
all that outdoor places to visit..attractions...pools....waterfalls etc...sounds like you need a car if you dont think its safe on motorcycles...guess....getting to these places are the biggest problem....sounds like not too many connecting buses...if you havent top dollar....
Yes a car will come in handy
Gentlemen..he found a great lady..if you are willing to raise another man’s child..women like this are here. Many single mothers would be grateful for a man like this..
Skiing thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment. I think your spot on.
As always - great contribution. Packed with info for potential immigrants to the Philippines. One of the smartest decisions you listed when discussing your Budget is to control your spending to not drive a scooter. How you are organized now - you could run your expenses down quickly if needed. A motor accident however could put all that into jeopordy pretty fast. As a foreigner - you would find it difficult to get a fair judgment if you should hurt somebody. Or - the other way around - you could hurt yourself to the point you need long term medical care that might not be available at your level of expectations.
The word "play" comes up a lot in your discussion - yes you two - play but play it safe. Life is too good to risk anything.
Thanks for the feedback and the good advice
Great ideas for visiting CDO 😊
Denis Glad you like them!
Ok so I have 2 questions about this: 1. Do you have any expenses - yourself - that you have to cover back in the US? (some of us do) and Dos: where in the Phil’s do you get vegetables that last 2 weeks? I’m lucky to have them 4 days before they start going bad and that’s refrigerated … jussayin’
Medicare part B, supplemental and prescription health insurance, storage locker.. good point maybe a week
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines Thanks, I only ask because I’m still paying a house in MD and the water, WiFi and HOAs and my daughter pays a little less than half of the mortgage. That really cuts into my discretionary spending here but still do OK ….
@@Philibusting you don’t need much here.. lots of guys live frugal existence
I wonder if the Golf club has any tennis facilites
Hi Kieth nice meeting you today
Thanks Rob back at ya, I gotta to say of all the meet ups I've been to in the PH that was the friendliest bunch of guys and gals I've meet
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The last thing I’d want to do is want to try to “keep up” with people. I’d prefer to do what pleases me. I am long over the competition phase with people. I’m retired, own my own home, I have my hobbies and friends and I feel no desire to buy a new car because my neighbor just bought a new Mercedes or take an expensive holiday to Europe just so I can brag that I’ve been to Paris or Italy again. Been there, done that, now I live for myself.
My minimum Philippines budget is $3,300. I could easily double and occasionally triple it.
That will work
I have to buy a whole basket, when I go golfing. I'm an old baseball player,and I just can not get used to holding the golf club with my pinky fingers interlocked.
Me too Wayne
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines lol 😆 😂. So when you yell par. Everyone ducks and looks up.
I live outside LA. A typical date runs $400+. I attend tons of concerts at the Hollywood Bowl, Greek, Sabin, Forum, etc. The concert tickets alone run $300+.
I used to live in Los Angeles. I know you’re telling the truth.
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines - I live in the Inland Empire.
Hahaha been watching some of your videos and it's pretty fun to see people that doesn't know what they doing explain to others what to experience or expect ...
Especially fun when you criticize other Vloggers that have a lot of experience that you obviously don't have ...
Glad you were having fun Eric thanks for the feedback
thats arouind $2,800 US by your numbers give or take....
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Chrissy my have changed slightly but I am sure her values are still the same, still a province girl at heart.
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How much would it be to rent a boat with a skipper and have a few girls sailing around the islands with you?
No idea but when you find out, let me know
I applaud what you are doing here, sir!
Thank you
Thats a pretty good life for that kind of a budget. Did you say 140,000 peso. You know if I end up over there I want a HD Pan America
Yes 140ish
Gonna be fun riding a Hog with all the trikes, scooters, and trucks banging into each other all around you!🤣 I wonder why there aren't a lot of motards there? You know, say a Honda 250-450 single with street tires? Maneuverability, power to get out of trouble, plus manage the potholes, dirt roads and such of a 3rd world country? Just a thought.
@@bigjohnson7415I'm a big guy. My first bike was a 250 Helix back in the late 80s, and I was abut 60lbs less than I am now, and I STILL outgrew that bike in no time flat.
Next bike was a Suzuki 450L. Literally a girls bike. I bought it off a coworker. It was his wife's bike. Outgrew it quick too.
3rd bike was a Yamaha XS850SG. Sweet bike. Loved that bike. Triple. Shaft drive. Dual disc brakes on front, single on rear. Kickstarter AND electric start.
I need about a 900+ or I'm just not comfortable on the bike. And I would want to take none of the above on an unimproved jungle trail in the Philippines. But could you imagine how much fun and utility an adventure bike would be?
There are 5 HD dealerships in the Philippines. Hogs exist as do superbikes, typically weekend riders tho.
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines when the rest of the family moves in raise up i say 170 k
@@hillbillyintheasia6122 What do you mean? Are you expected to live with all her family?
Love CDO. So much to do. Just the way all the shopping is within a mile or so. A single guy living in Centrio or Ayala towers would be in heaven. Everything within walking distance you need. I stayed at Centrio in Feb. Probably settle in a more suburban area though as the soon to be wife wants a couple chickens and maybe a pig a year, lol.
Suburbs are full of chickens 😀
What is CDO?
@@JS-fd5oh Cagayan de Oro
I would Love to visit the Philippines . Is it possible for you to recommend a Reputable agency that provide accommodations and a personal guide that knows the area and where to go and what to do for at least a month ? If she likes to cook sometimes that would be really nice too ..
Zane. Suggest you email me flymetothephilippines@gmail.com
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines . Thank you . I will do that .
I think sometimes its great to go out even if u go out once a month maybe to a restaurant or for something or maybe every 3months depends on your budget cau when a holiday comes up in your girlfriend country u will go to that event and its going cost so just have holidays and play money
Thanks for watching David and taking the time to comment
is it better to import your car or just buy one their in the PH
Definitely buy hear
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines thank you. As a veteran I am looking at Manila or Cebu area. Any thoughts on best places for Disabled Veterans?
I love BJJ, Muay Thai, weight Training, and above all telling people about JESUS.
One other thought... what are some good banking institutions that I can use both in the states and in the PH?
Keep up the great work as I really enjoy the content. You both are funny!!!
Subic Bay, not sure banking. BDO?
140,000 Php a month? No way I'm swinging that without depleting my emergency cash.(In other words, not going to happen.) But, I don't golf never liked it, I'm not interested in living like I'm on vacation. After discussing at length, indeed there are places my girl and I want to visit and we will. But we are content spending quality time together. One of my hobbies is cooking and she's a chef, so outings for us will be as simple and practical as heading into town for the markets. We will be living in the Provence so trips to town will be an overnight excursion. Also giving us a chance to catch a movie maybe sample some local cuisine, Karaoke Ect. What separates my girl from any other I've encountered is, she absolutely does not like spending money frivolously and does not seek a lavish life. I will do nothing to alter that sentiment, spending can derail the best laid out plans and becomes a hard habit almost impossible to break.
Yes, I agree. You have to be careful not to alter that sentiment. I never golfed until I came to the Philippines I have a friend who’s older than me and he’s very very active and he has been my role model to start doing more and more things in my retirement.
Pretty normal thinking.IMHO
If your ignorant then it can cost alot! If your an alpha male with a personality and a moral spine then it can be super cheap! I know of a man who married a young gal and they've been married for 15 yrs and he's much older and she loves him to death and he is as poor as it gets, he is intelligent they are both solid Christians! She worships the ground he walks on and is petrified that he will die before her, and she is a highly college educated farm gal with amazing personality! They are cazy about each other and there's a 50 yr difference in their age!
cheaper in the long run to own your own home . but you have to trust your pinay. that reason alot expats only rent with their pinay.
Thanks for taking the time to share
If the trust your neighbors or new neighbors, do not show up and ruin your life
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines true
@@hillbillyintheasia6122I understand this..but don’t ya think if your truly Christian, you get married lol 😂
I’ll be 62 in about six years and my estimated Social Security will be around 1700 a month will that be enough to live comfortably?
RP that’s plenty. It’s sort of the sweet spot for what you need.
Build it and they will come. The bigger the budget, the more will come.
😊 thanks for watching and taking time to commentNicoz
This gentleman looks like an American actor I just can't think of which one.
Brad Pitt😂😂
In your fiancée dreams lol.😂
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Rob and Chrissy 🙌 have a beautiful weekend , Pay To Play with a Filipina , very true . told my fiancée that's why we start business is hybrid store in her home town has cloths/ sari sari / milk tea shop so it would pay the reg bills and i can used my pension for travel and stuff. 3 more years tell retired work and buy stuff we need for the home and store.
Thanks for the comment hillbilly
Minimum $10,000 to find, date, marry and import a Filipina, and thats if you get lucky and everything goes smoothly.
Sounds within reason. Thanks Electric Head
Well if you’ve not got 10k ya cannot spend that..me thinks you should be trying before ya buy for a substantial period unless your about to kick the bucket..Filipino don’t jump in straight away with marriage etc. So why do foreigners ? 🧐… I’m in my 5th year and getting married next year and it will be 6 years.. but I’m with a modern city girl.
@@Eric-qm5xw Well people try. People try all the time to set up "pen pal" type online LDR because they like to feel like they have a girl friend and they dont even mind sending a little money because its like a hobby to them. I've seen it. Some very good friends of mine that were sweet, good girls get their hearts broken waiting for a man that never shows up. Or, he strings her along and uses her as a vacation rental instead of acting with honor and just leasing a bar girl. I hate seeing that because there are some very good sweet girls over there and being treated like that, is not good for anyone. Its not good for her, its not good for us men, and its certainly not good for society in general.
And timeline depends on your perspective and goals. I am a very results oriented objective person. I think the most common mistake people make are they think that being a wife or husband vs just being a girl friend or boyfriend is an "upgrade". We say, well if she and I get along and she doesnt give me too much crap, and doesnt try to CHANGE me, then maybe we can get married. Sure would be nice to have some steady kitty cat that I could trust. Yea.
Well the problem is, marriage is change. If yu cant roll with that, you've got no business getting married. Kids are change. Guess what happens 90% of the time when you have a girl move in with you and you have an extra room in the house? Like your gaming room? It gets filled. Repurposed. You're painting those walls pink before you know it.
Decide that you want to get married. Decide that you want to be a husband, and a father. Then look for a girl that wants the same thing and see if you two can get along and make it work. Focus on the objective. The puropose, the goal. Getting into a relationship and getting trapped or trapping a girl that didnt want these changes or didnt want to make the commitment is a recipe for DISASTER. Thats how people "grow apart"
Thanks for sharing that
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines Just enjoy ..to many haters. Good luck 🤞
I don't understand what your point? Did you really have to go thru all that cost detail? I am not an expert on the Philippines. I do know the standard of living is way below the US. My impression is that you can have a lot of fun for not that much money. Thanks for a run down of the places to see!
Thanks for the feedback
What is your game plan for building a house w wife ?
Jaime for now we’re renting I like the option of moving if there’s a neighbor that’s a problem
You seem so in love and happy with Chrissy as the smile on your face shows it. You are correct that it costs to play regardless of country but here in NY, put another digit in your number 😅.
Well said p.scott
Often, it's more like add two digits to that number.
Maybe right
I expend for my vacation going to my province it cost me 200$ round trip
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Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉😮😂❤😊 on your engagement. You are able to do your requirements for marriage in Cebu City at city heath, consolate, and PSA. We have a seminar to attend yet in 1 month, and we finished everything else in a day. Oh, besides, we picked up our CENOMARS the next morning.
Thank you rgwf
Great content
Thanks, Ralph. Appreciate the feedback.
I want to go to Philipines but not to Date or find love its the Hot weather
All this seems like to much Hassle
Thanks for watching our videos and taking the time to comment
But what if you are single and want to stay single but want to date around (30 days in a month so 30 dates with 30 different ladies), how much would that be?
Well, talk about burning the candle at both ends
Are u asking the cost of the medical bills for your STD
You did not mention Cambodia.
I’ve been to Cambodia. It is not a place that I would pursue.
Such a fun video... the sexual 'tension' between you two is off the charts. I'm sure there's a lot of 'playing' going on...enjoy!
Thanks Kent
Another great and (importantly) informative guys.
It’s good to know exactly what to expect expense wise.
Lastly, congratulations, Chrissy is going to build a large bicep lifting that rock on her left hand. (Just kidding)
I’m happy to see you both so happy together. The two of you are a great encouragement to “fly me to the Philippines”…
Bob thanks for your support 🙏
will chrissy have a golf lesson? she really has a frame for a great shot
She has had an instructor at the driving range and the caddies all have to be able to shoot within 10 strokes of par so they give tips out on the range also
Interesting
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No "free lunch" in Philippines or Thailand!
Yes, Dexter
You guys are great! Funny and honest about your life together. But you definitely live a more upscale life than the "Average" Expat. But hey, if you got it, why not enjoy it! 😜 Probably about a tenth of that lifestyle would be in the West!👍
Big Johnson thanks for watching and taking the time to give us the feedback
good video~
Thank you 🤗 Sandman
Not many people can realistically retire there and live high end like you have 🤷♂️
It’s not as hard as some might think I’m only paying US$900 per month in rent. The location just happens to be exceptionally nice and I found it by pure luck but there’s lots of properties open in the mountains that can be spectacular.
Did you have to payoff her ex husband to finalize her annullment?
He threatened, however I have learned to say no.
Hi love your channel, i am a 100% disabled Vet as well as i get SSDI, i do make like $5300 a month, but i am looking at BGC in Manila right now, do to i maybe able to go to the VA there for my health care and stuff, but i am open to different options if it works out with the VA, what would you recommend for someone like myself ? also i would need to be setting up cell phone and service there and i like to have like the fastest internet i can get as i do online gaming ?
Hi Stan. Complicated question for comment section. Tagatay has good weather and can drive into VA… I offer personal consultations flymetothephilippinesconsultation.as.me/
THE DIVINE MERCY SHRINE WOULD BE VERY FULFILLING I THINK 😊❤
Thanks for watching Kevin
Classy couple😎
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@FlyMeToThePhilippines only a suggestion. how about collabing with @TheFilipinaandtheForeigner ? I believe you are close in distance. I recognize the mountain name
I think they are from Dumaguete
@@FlyMeToThePhilippines they live in Valencia Bukidnon. they had to explain there are two Valencias
Is $3,500 US a month enough?
Yes definitely
if you have to ask you're just bragging
Responsible women who are interested in being able to support themselves and their family - not simply look for an expat to do it all for them - is probably rare over there ? -- Those kind of women are likely to be working in another country perhaps as a nurse or something. ( ? ) Perhaps a Filipina bank executive or MD. in the Philippines are also very rare to come by ? - - - All this means is it would be nice to have some financial help with those extra expenses ? Even if it were ( only ) $400 - $500 / mo. ? > Many expats only get $1200 - $1800 / mo. -- That 'extra' makes a huge difference ! 🤔
Thanks for watching Frank
Has anyone tried Starlink in the provinces?
Yes, many reported works well here
If you want to have a good time, do things and travel in the Philippines, it's going to cost. Expats on extreme low budgets can not really enjoy themselves with their partner. Staying at home and walking are their only choices.
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Indoor play is also pay to play.
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Mr. Free died long time ago. 😂
The biggest cost to a foreigner is the price of airfare to the Philippines and back home again if the date expects to much find another pretty Filipino! To have fun with however avoid bar girls other pay a higher cost !
Thanks for watching Ed and taking the time to comment
Hi Rob, can we feature Ms Chrissy on our website as face of the week? :)
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I don't take someone to dinner until we have met
Toby, smart
My philippina, his philippina, your philippina, this philippina, that philippina. Can't wait until you refer to her as my lady.
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@@FlyMeToThePhilippines just something to think about. By the way I will retire in February. I’ll be looking for my own Philippina. Oops! I mean lady. I enjoy watching you guys.
The Gentleman has found “The Fountain of Youth”
Mabuhay
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I think she is used to a different type of driving range.😅
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Everywhere is the same it's don't make on sense to me
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WOW..... so thats how the other half lives......!! I mean a Big night for me would be a burger somewhere with a sea view.. An extra special night... I would add fries.
😆 lol fries
You forgot to mention CHEMISTRY. If a woman has this for you then dates at Starbucks and the park are all that is required. Throwing money at a woman is never a good idea. it will always come back to bite you. I will never understand a man who purchases more than one engagement ring in a lifetime. Learn your lesson the first time around. At the end of the day you need to understand that you are in a very poor country which makes you the prize and the woman is lucky to be with you. Sorry but you have spoiled your woman and there is nothing good about this. The Pandora's box has been opened.
Thanks for your feedback Douglas
💥💯💥 correct Doug
Well…who can say but they are loving life and that’s a beautiful thing.
@@Eric-qm5xw yes it takes money to enjoy life. The myth about being poor and happy is just that, a myth. In a poor country there is no need to spend a lot of cash especially on a woman. She will become a monster of your own making . Treat her well but keep her humble if you want peace in your household.
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HaHa . . she hit the Motherlode 😂
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As long as your both happy…you’ve mentioned that your partner is religious. Are you ? Personally I love Filipina have their religious convictions.
Happy Friday, Rob and Chrissy 🙌 have a beautiful weekend ahead.
Every time I watch your videos, I get more and more excited about my trip to the Philippines next month 😃🙌
It would be great to connect with you 🌍
Looking forward to it, Michael thanks so much for watching the video and commenting
I guess you are paying to play so you should know and I can see she is taking you to the cleaner's you just don't know it yet. Can you hear yourself talking
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So you’re a expert on their relationship. Mine to also married to a Filipina for thirty years when does the using start? Loving faithful honest ethical, and non judgemental. Already better than you son.
Plenty of lonely well off women in the usa
who is cj? her kid?
Yes
Well worth it😊
Thanks, Doug
Another fantastic video!!! Thanks for the information. I'm a social person like you, Rob. I have always been a member of a country club. I like the social opportunities that clubs offer. My lifestyle is more like your current lifestyle. Let's face it, where you live dictates your lifestyle. I have always had homes in the upper tier of the market. I currently live in a 4000+ sq ft home, one floor, with all the amenities, in a gated golf course community. Your current home is more to my liking. Can homes like yours be found? You told us what you pay for rent, but I didn't take the time to total up everything that you mentioned in the video. What do you think a person would need to fund your new blossoming lifestyle if you owned your own transportation?
1m to 3m buy and own a car , suv runs payments 20k a month insurance run 6k a month then their gas 15k say 41k total add transportation . his budget is 170 k add 41k to his budget. 220k be good. i say 4k in usd a month
About right
3500 to 4k usd
Ave SS is $1500
www.bankrate.com/retirement/average-monthly-social-security-check/
Very informative video, thank you. I wanted to ask, from a man's perspective... Are Filipina women becoming materialistic just like Western Women, and especially women in the United States ? Seems like thanks to the Internet, the traditional Filipina woman is going away. The beautiful lady has a beautiful voice.... She should consider a singing career
Thanks for the positive feedback and the compliment not sure we can speak for all Filipino women, but there are lots of traditional women here in the Philippines
Love way he speaks for and over her. How about letting her speak for herself.
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