I wish i saw this before my first trip to PH. Now I know with taxi's always use the App Grab to get a safe driver and fare, never give kids money (we fed them McDo but still, better safe than sorry), and to never follow taxi drivers. One time, a group of men told us to get into their car because they were a taxi service but they weren't. A little yelling by me got us out of a bad situation
Yikes, good thing you guys avoided that. My family only uses Grab. It's way safer and definitely less sketchy. And I'd say feeding them food is without a doubt better than giving them money because w/ money, you never know where that's going to 💯
Very informative! Lots of scams I've not heard about. What's kept me safe won't promote finding new social relationships but that's the way it goes. I simply ignore attractive and unsolicited options that become available to me from people I don't know, and some I do know. I think of the process as a competitive game, which is quite entertaining. Rule of thumb to live by: Believe nothing you hear and half you see.
There was a lady beggar in Dumaguete, she had a small baby in her arms she approached me and asked me for money because she was hungry, I told her I'll buy her food and not give her money, she said no she wanted money I walked away, had a foreigner friend who told me he had a hamburger he just bought, a beggar approached him and asked for money, my friend gave him the hamburger but no money as he walked away he turned and actually saw the guy throw the hamburger away, be careful with panhandlers its a syndicate that controls them, even the blind are placed in the streets and panhandle by these syndicates, the Philippines is the worst country in Asia when it cones to honesty.
What if he wants money to feed his family with home cooked meals not a hamburger? He might fell guilty eating that he wants for his family. Makes no sense for an adult male to be apart of any disadvantage syndicate, all the beggar children I see were all spending it on candy and while not a good use of the money it's wasn't to a syndicate
@@user-rr7ll9qq2t Oh BS, if you're really hungry, you'll eat that hamburger, or take it home and share it. If you're out to scam money, and not really hungry, you'll toss it out. Feeling guilty? Ha! Sorry, I don't see much of that here when it comes to taking handouts. True story, I was waiting for my friends outside with my daughter in a parking place next to a mall entrance. A scammer came up to me and told me he had 5 kids and no money, that his wife was ill etc, etc. When I told him I have no money because I'm supporting my wife's family he went over to talk to his friend, and they laughed together like they hadn't a problem in the world. I also noticed he had a nice I-phone. Didn't really strike me as someone in desperate need.
You are 100% correct, I've been through this scenario and it wasn't good, I lost allot of money, her and her Filipino kids, her family, cousins it was too much to bare I packed up and walked out, thank god I had no kids. I'm not gonna fall into this trap again.
I met a really nice Filipina 2 yrs ago,who turned out so genuine ( my girlfriend today )and she actually had told me about some of these scams before, thanks Evan for always being on top of things.
Tuli, These scams are real. I have seem them many times with friends. On line scams are also common in the USA as well. I recently found a person tried to scam me for the purchase of a camper in another state. Once l asked for ID the scam ended. I am glad you pointed out several other scams l was not aware of. Stay well and please keep up the awesome work.
The famous saying is...If you DONT know the person even kids..then NEVER EVER trust them with money...and this applies to ALL countries not just the Philippines.
This video is about where tho? Why do people like you always have to do these unnecessary assed qualifiers? It's not just here? People know that. You know what you a wipes Don't do? When the vids are about hoe friendly, nice people there are? How beautiful the women, islands are?how family oriented folks Are,? None of you say yeah, that's true, but people are like that in other countries too, not just here. You Never say that then. But if it's a not do flattering, positive thing? Here comes the saving face qualifiers. Shut up. The video speaks for itself. This vlogger does a great job telling honest truth, without making the country look bad. Hr knows what he is doing
I was feeling so confident about my future plans to move to the Philippines until I watched this. I would of fallen for half of those. Also, to any Filipino watching this I want to point out the obvious. Not all tourists are rich. Speaking English doesn’t equal money. I’m a single mother, I will be saving for years to stay in the the Philippines for 6 months to a year. I will be renting a modest house or apartment, I won’t be staying in fancy hotels or going to expensive restaurants and I certainly won’t be buying luxury goods. That said moving to the Philippines with my son is my dream, and I can’t wait to experience your beautiful country and culture.
At least now you know. You and your son should be fine moving here. As usual, just be aware of your surrounding, avoid sketchy areas, and be careful with who you entrust yourselves to.
@@TheSavvyExpat True I would rather be aware of possible dangers so I can try to avoid them, though I can’t help but feel a little disheartened. I have a soft heart and a tendency to trust the good in others, so hearing all these traps that play on these traits is worrying for me. That said I will do my best to avoid them, thanks for the heads up :)
@@Resmith18SR Rick to be honest I’m still in the researching phase, I’ve no idea where in the Philippines I will be moving to and I am at least 3 years away from going there. There is a lot to learn before making these decisions. Is there anywhere in particular you want to move to? Or will you try multiple areas until you find a place you love?
#1 scam is marrying her. Paul in the Philippines, old dog new tricks fell for that one. Dated her for 4 years and never supported the family, but now that they are married, he is paying for surgeries for the family. I knew this was coming.
I've peeped several of your videos and your info is on point. I have 30+ years of experience as an expat here in the Philippines and been living here for the past five years. Your content is freaking great brother.
I am a Filipino and I can say most of this guy said are true. I am not saying all Filipinos are like that, but some can be. I remember when I was 8 years old, I travelled from Abroad with my sister to the Philippines. When me and my sister arrived to the Airport in the Philippines. We went to the collection area to get our luggages. As soon as we got our stuffs, we were looking for a trolley, so we can put our luggage's in. As soon as we found where the trolleys are. There was 2 people who worked there standing where the trolleys are... and I asked to give me a trolley for our luggage. The man said... it's 100 pesos for a trolley... I was a kid and did not think nor know about scams that time. So I gave the guy 100 pesos and he gave me the trolley. When my relative picked us up in the airport. I told my relative about it. He told me that I should have never gave money! because trolleys in the airport are free for travellers to use! I realised to the point that those 2 people took advantage of us because we were just innocent kids. I got scam. But I learned my lesson. Lesson learn... when someone is charging you for trolley. Never pay them!! tell them to f*ck off and give you the trolley lol. But seriously just be careful.
@@kes71 I just realized You were replying to My comment on Savvy Expat channel and not from My channel...lol And I already had My cup of coffee this morning so I have no excuse..lol
Another thing that's common is that some random people a conversation with you.. They're all nice and smiley, but few minutes later they start telling you about their financial problems and insinuate that if you don't give them x sum of money something terrible will happen to them or their parents. That complete bullcrap. Never fall for this or you'll spend your entire time giving money to strangers.
@@markbannister5586 thanks Mark. Check out my new video! But I want to warn you though, you may have strongly different opinions. Just know I made it with good intention. Also read my pinned comment in the description, to give you clear context. Lot of people misunderstood my points. Take care my friend 💯
@@TheSavvyExpat Evan, I just watched your latest vlog and I commend you for speaking your thoughts. First, I think I mentioned I’m married to a Filipina for 27 years so I’ve been educated on the PI 🇵🇭 for a long time. We’re both vaccinated and boosted. The vaccine is a matter of choice and we support that. However, people must abide by the rules, if a host country says stay at home all ye unvaccinated then so be it. Unfortunately the U.S. is not one of those countries that mandates or controls the masses and unvaccinated. Although I believe the U.S. should crack down, that’s my opinion. I have no problem with what the PI 🇵🇭 is doing. Our hope is to get there soon as we can. Keep up the good work Evan and remember that everyone isn’t going to agree with you and that’s okay! Your messages are positive and I’m staying subscribed 😆. I loved the comment where the guy said he’s unsubscribing. Lol! Drive on brother drive on!!! 👍🏾✌🏾🇵🇭. Keep it going.
Thanks you for the 411, amigo. Hook up with a Filipina with a heart of gold and your life is golden! Hook up with a Filipina with a heart of stone and your life is hell! (This applies to women everywhere, of course.) I suggest following the "Two-Year Rule:" Never make a major decision (i.e., relocation to a foreign country or marrying a foreigner) without considering the decision for a minimum of 2 years. This (usually) assures that you're thinking with the head above your waist!
The old Bullet in the bag trick ("Get Smart" reference).....This was still a thing back on My 1st trip in 2015 but I think it stopped shortly after that time
Absolutely yes there are a lot of scammers out there the good the bad and the ugly yeah tell me about it thank you for reaffirming my believes scammers are everywhere.
If you are moving here just because of the vlogs, consider you have many other better choices. Probably, you are already in contact with a woman online. Be very careful to not commit too quickly. Try before you buy. If you are able explore other potential countries, both in SE Asia and elsewhere. Keep your options open. Even in the Philippines, not all places are the same. The big cities, Cebu and Manila are the most expensive. Much appreciation for this video.
Thanks again for good advice and tips. However, I understand the bullet scam at the airport NAIA was ended by the current Duterte presidency. Child beggars, yes I've encountered them even in Makati City, but usually in the less desirable, safe and less developed Poblacion barangay, home to the red light district centred around P. Burgos Street. But not around CBD Ayala triangle, Greenbelt Malls area, or high end pockets, like Rockwell Center and Century City. Also I'm lucky never to have seen them in BGC or Mc Kinley Hill .. for me always feels safe in these latter areas even later at night in darkness. But there again these areas are some of the most expensive, westernised, or internationalised pockets I suppose in the entire Philippines. But great advice to consider if visiting or thinking of living in the Philippines.
Yes, happened to me in Boracay. Bought a bottled water that was for 70 pesos, but I only had 200 pesos bill. The guy said he’ll be back for change, but never did.
Shoot, I already spent like 2.5k US two weeks here. I will never hold back, I came for safe fun , but Manila is expensive. Leaving in the boonies is for many Americans who never got ahead in the US. Filipinas need to be careful for those. They would not bring back their wife to the USA . Can’t afford them. Never experienced any of this. Jeez you are scaring people
Why open a business in a 3rd world poverty stricken country? Foolish wasting your money, better you just budget like I do and I saved allot of money, in 3 months Im going back to the USA for good, been scammed once by a Filipina, lost a house and lot but never again.
You forgot an important one, the "taxi driver that runs aways with your luggage" scam. Solution: Use "Grab" as soon as you land to the Philippines instead of taking normal taxis.
Dude your so funny ,I enjoy your sense of humor ,I been to the Philippines, at lease 15 times, and the girl I met on my first trip ,still keeps in touch ,and asks for $.
Very informative, helpful video! One of the best. PS, a friendly word of advise to older men like myself, if the lady giving you attention is not at least getting close to age 30, don't fool yourself.... I know! LOL. [Bonus credibility points for her if she is a single / widowed mother]
Can you feed the kids? I could not let kids be hungry, I couldn't - and my friends there who are Pinoy do everything to feed little ones who are near their place in CEBU.
Mine was a taxi cab driver. He did not use the meter, even though we asked him to. We then had an agreed upon price, which he changed and increased, as he claimed our luggage was heavy and weighing down his vehicle. He then stated, that since we had less than an hour to get to the airport, he doesn't normally go fast, so he increased the price again. An utter scumbag, but he knew the desperation of use missing our flight, so he took advantage of it.
Thanks. Back then cell phone cameras were not common and we were informed to always use the meter. We had no idea a driver would agree, then keep it shut off when we were already on the way and change the price twice. He also wasn't driving fast either. He just came up with an excuse to increase the price.@@somerandomstoic
On my arrival, I meet taxi scam at the airport. There was a lady coming to me when I walked to the airport taxi bootha and acted like airport staff and offer taxi ride to the place. She was in uniform, told me she is airport staff, show id and asked where I go. Showed me the tariff of travel cost to locatiom of each city. She called someone taxi driver maybe and charge me like 40+usd for 15min. So Be careful, Pls always go to taxi booth and ask for the taxi or take a grab taxi
Honestly the only scam i had to deal with when i went back home to the philippines for the first time in 10 years were the airport taxis lmao. The bitch tried to charge me for 3000 pesos, So i went outside NAIA and called uber and the estimate was only 250-500 pesos. The ride only cost me around 300 pesos so I gave the driver 200 pesos tip since he got me to my destination quite fast plus a great conversation. If you give me honest price then you will get honest tips
2:51 my fake British accent seems to deter scammers. Its well known that brits are smart and cant be fooled . Locals ask me all the time if i know Sherlock Holmes. 😅
How about family scams? No one ever talks about life in the Philipppines from a Filipino expats POV. So why don’t you do one from the viewpoint of a Filipino expat with relatives who still live in the Philippines, and return to the Philippines to visit, or to live/retire back home?
If you want to become an expat learn one word and be able to use that word before traveling to the Philippines, that word is NO! You ARE NOT obligated to pay for nobody's food, rent, clothes, electric bill, beer etc. If you meet a Filipina and she wants you to buy this and that or pay for her families bills, dump her, block her and move on. I've been with my girl here going on 5 years, never once has she asked for money, and she works! There are some good girls over here but it may take time to find that one so don't be in such a rush. Remember, learn to say NO over here or you may wind up on the streets, homeless and broke....not a good place to be in a foreign country!
I will just add to that... 1. If she asks why after you said no just say, "I never explain my reasons". Give her a reason and you have given her grounds for arguing. 2. Say no but always say kindly and respectfully. No need to say with anger.
thank you sir. I was going to sell all of my properties (farms and apartments) to move to the PH with someone I was speaking in PH. They were trying to get some "allowance" from me because of family reasons.
Maybe their are scammers not just in PH but this are apply to all countries, PH are safer to live than the other places. .0000000000% scam and 1000000000000% big heart from pH who are really going to help you without anything in return.
This guy is spot on. Notice at the start he says " Not all " pinays. He had to say that to avoid the hate from the dumb filipinos that would have hammered him in the comments section, saying NOT ALL.
well to prove my salary i send her my Contract of Social Salary - its not worse cause she can not use this its from germany BUT never send an Identity paper man
This is how my mom met her ex-boyfriend. Mom was at a remittance center filling out forms to receive my sister's reward for good grades. She was next to a foreigner who was confused about the form he had to fill out for a charity he wanted to give money to. My mom thought it sounded fishy so she saved him from a scam. He bought her coffee as thanks and they hit it off. Too bad their religious differences was enough for their dating to not end up in marriage.
At the end of the day, if you're aware of what's going on, you could decide whether or not they get your money. If you want to help them out, go for it. But chances are they're going to continue doing it to others that aren't in the same financial position as you.
Ai you know one thing so many scams I think Philippines is the place to go! If you want to be scammed! I think we got plenty of that hear at home really do not need more experience with scamers hear they try to get you at home without Evan going out of your house!
I'm a Filipino. I saw an american talking about seeing john cena somewhere in america i think. With a VERY YOUNG FILIPINA. How do old americans get engaged with not a minor but young Filipina?
@@TheSavvyExpat It is a term meaning "A Foreigner Assigned in Manila." It has become a pejorative amongst Filipinas who lean more towards the 'scamy' side of dating foreigners.
Scam the the reason every december hurricane Samar dec 2019 Sorsongon 2019 dec Lapu lapu dec 2020 Bohol cebu surigai siargo dinagat island dec 2021 Dec 2022 Mindano
My neighbors wife was drugged a couple of months ago in the Cancun, Mexico area. Luckily her daughter carried her back to the room before she could be kidnapped. They were pretty sure it was an employee at the resort who drugged her.
@@TheSavvyExpat The planes all land at Cancun, so I call it the Cancun area. It was a smaller town down the coast toward Tulum. The police refused to come to the resort to take a report. They would have had to go to the police station. So you know this is big money and some of the police are in on it. To be fair to Cancun I believe their police keep a tight watch on crime, which is the way I like it.
@@TheSavvyExpat We use to own apartments in Belleville, Illinois, which is about 15 miles east of St Louis. We would have drug sales in our parking lot and nothing was ever done. One time we had license plate and the wife wrote out a long report and actually took it to the police station. The cop in charge said she would have to rewrite it on their report form. BUT it might we wiser to Drop It.
@@TheSavvyExpat Maraming salamat sa payo mo. Just hoping I can see my girlfriend in Davao soon. Also I feel like I will be one of the youngest foreigners being only 20 years old
Why are you using a picture of myphilippinedreams people? I'm subscribed to them. By using their picture you are implying that they are scammers. Better take it down young man.
Also beware of relatives' scams. They are the worst!!!!!
They are! Very common in the Philippines too 🇵🇭
Damn...not the relatives even..lmao
Beware din po dito
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Basically that’s what he said. Her and her family
😂😂😂 that’s a good one! They only see $$$ in you!! 😂😂😂
I wish i saw this before my first trip to PH. Now I know with taxi's always use the App Grab to get a safe driver and fare, never give kids money (we fed them McDo but still, better safe than sorry), and to never follow taxi drivers. One time, a group of men told us to get into their car because they were a taxi service but they weren't. A little yelling by me got us out of a bad situation
Yikes, good thing you guys avoided that. My family only uses Grab. It's way safer and definitely less sketchy. And I'd say feeding them food is without a doubt better than giving them money because w/ money, you never know where that's going to 💯
Taxi drivers are the biggest liars over there. Lie with a straight face.😑
I'd mess with them : " perfect, my cop friend will be here soon to drive with me." 😅 watch them take off
Very informative! Lots of scams I've not heard about. What's kept me safe won't promote finding new social relationships but that's the way it goes. I simply ignore attractive and unsolicited options that become available to me from people I don't know, and some I do know. I think of the process as a competitive game, which is quite entertaining. Rule of thumb to live by: Believe nothing you hear and half you see.
There was a lady beggar in Dumaguete, she had a small baby in her arms she approached me and asked me for money because she was hungry, I told her I'll buy her food and not give her money, she said no she wanted money I walked away, had a foreigner friend who told me he had a hamburger he just bought, a beggar approached him and asked for money, my friend gave him the hamburger but no money as he walked away he turned and actually saw the guy throw the hamburger away, be careful with panhandlers its a syndicate that controls them, even the blind are placed in the streets and panhandle by these syndicates, the Philippines is the worst country in Asia when it cones to honesty.
I actually found Vietnam to be much worse.
What if he wants money to feed his family with home cooked meals not a hamburger? He might fell guilty eating that he wants for his family. Makes no sense for an adult male to be apart of any disadvantage syndicate, all the beggar children I see were all spending it on candy and while not a good use of the money it's wasn't to a syndicate
@@user-rr7ll9qq2t Your not really that stupid are you i certainly hope your joking right
@@user-rr7ll9qq2t he should go get two jobs to feed his family that he made
@@user-rr7ll9qq2t Oh BS, if you're really hungry, you'll eat that hamburger, or take it home and share it. If you're out to scam money, and not really hungry, you'll toss it out. Feeling guilty? Ha! Sorry, I don't see much of that here when it comes to taking handouts. True story, I was waiting for my friends outside with my daughter in a parking place next to a mall entrance. A scammer came up to me and told me he had 5 kids and no money, that his wife was ill etc, etc. When I told him I have no money because I'm supporting my wife's family he went over to talk to his friend, and they laughed together like they hadn't a problem in the world. I also noticed he had a nice I-phone. Didn't really strike me as someone in desperate need.
You are a pro and should be on television. All your videos are outstanding! Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful New Years 2022
Thank you for the kind words. Wishing you a fantastic 2022 as well!
@@TheSavvyExpat same to you bro 😎
It is scary to learn about all these scams but also necessary so we won't fall for it. Thanks for this video. I'm glad I discovered this channel.
Too many red flags on goin to PH. A huge turnoff... I consider Thai...
@@666Victor777 lol
Great video with plenty of useful information 🌹
Thanks Azad 👊
You are 100% correct, I've been through this scenario and it wasn't good, I lost allot of money, her and her Filipino kids, her family, cousins it was too much to bare I packed up and walked out, thank god I had no kids. I'm not gonna fall into this trap again.
Did you try again Eddie..?
*Crap Game*
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Live and learn. Just don't make the same mistake.
I met a really nice Filipina 2 yrs ago,who turned out so genuine ( my girlfriend today )and she actually had told me about some of these scams before, thanks Evan for always being on top of things.
Absolutely Ryan 🤝
How much is your filipina?
Man u getting scammed by her rn and u don't even know it... She using you for money
@@whackadoo2105 not everyone is blind , maybe you are ....and you don't know her...🧃
@@joehouston2833 what do you mean how much ?
Another good honest podcast Evan.👍👍👍
Tuli,
These scams are real. I have seem them many times with friends. On line scams are also common in the USA as well. I recently found a person tried to scam me for the purchase of a camper in another state. Once l asked for ID the scam ended. I am glad you pointed out several other scams l was not aware of.
Stay well and please keep up the awesome work.
The famous saying is...If you DONT know the person even kids..then NEVER EVER trust them with money...and this applies to ALL countries not just the Philippines.
It does
This video is about where tho?
Why do people like you always have to do these unnecessary assed qualifiers?
It's not just here? People know that.
You know what you a wipes Don't do?
When the vids are about hoe friendly, nice people there are? How beautiful the women, islands are?how family oriented folks Are,?
None of you say yeah, that's true, but people are like that in other countries too, not just here. You Never say that then. But if it's a not do flattering, positive thing? Here comes the saving face qualifiers. Shut up.
The video speaks for itself.
This vlogger does a great job telling honest truth, without making the country look bad.
Hr knows what he is doing
I was feeling so confident about my future plans to move to the Philippines until I watched this. I would of fallen for half of those. Also, to any Filipino watching this I want to point out the obvious. Not all tourists are rich. Speaking English doesn’t equal money. I’m a single mother, I will be saving for years to stay in the the Philippines for 6 months to a year. I will be renting a modest house or apartment, I won’t be staying in fancy hotels or going to expensive restaurants and I certainly won’t be buying luxury goods. That said moving to the Philippines with my son is my dream, and I can’t wait to experience your beautiful country and culture.
At least now you know. You and your son should be fine moving here. As usual, just be aware of your surrounding, avoid sketchy areas, and be careful with who you entrust yourselves to.
@@TheSavvyExpat True I would rather be aware of possible dangers so I can try to avoid them, though I can’t help but feel a little disheartened. I have a soft heart and a tendency to trust the good in others, so hearing all these traps that play on these traits is worrying for me. That said I will do my best to avoid them, thanks for the heads up :)
@@Resmith18SR hi Rick how are you?
@@Resmith18SR I’m great thanks Rick. What would you like to chat about?
@@Resmith18SR Rick to be honest I’m still in the researching phase, I’ve no idea where in the Philippines I will be moving to and I am at least 3 years away from going there. There is a lot to learn before making these decisions. Is there anywhere in particular you want to move to? Or will you try multiple areas until you find a place you love?
#1 scam is marrying her. Paul in the Philippines, old dog new tricks fell for that one. Dated her for 4 years and never supported the family, but now that they are married, he is paying for surgeries for the family. I knew this was coming.
Sometimes that, or even showing them the door, if they pressure you too much.
I've peeped several of your videos and your info is on point. I have 30+ years of experience as an expat here in the Philippines and been living here for the past five years. Your content is freaking great brother.
Man, that means a lot. Appreciate that.
Thank you for the good information - true in a lot of countries not just PI. 😊
Absolutely Randy 💯
I am a Filipino and I can say most of this guy said are true. I am not saying all Filipinos are like that, but some can be. I remember when I was 8 years old, I travelled from Abroad with my sister to the Philippines. When me and my sister arrived to the Airport in the Philippines. We went to the collection area to get our luggages. As soon as we got our stuffs, we were looking for a trolley, so we can put our luggage's in. As soon as we found where the trolleys are. There was 2 people who worked there standing where the trolleys are... and I asked to give me a trolley for our luggage. The man said... it's 100 pesos for a trolley... I was a kid and did not think nor know about scams that time. So I gave the guy 100 pesos and he gave me the trolley.
When my relative picked us up in the airport. I told my relative about it. He told me that I should have never gave money! because trolleys in the airport are free for travellers to use! I realised to the point that those 2 people took advantage of us because we were just innocent kids. I got scam. But I learned my lesson. Lesson learn... when someone is charging you for trolley. Never pay them!! tell them to f*ck off and give you the trolley lol. But seriously just be careful.
Y'all women a scam to us 😅
Omg 😮you are on point,sadly thousands of foreign men are being scammed sending money to them right now as we speak..
Never take a "Private Taxi" (SUV or Van) at the Manila Airport Metered Taxi's only
Great tip!
Not all metered taxi's are good either so even better take a grab car or taxi, I never use anything else now.
@@kes71 Yes that is usually the best- Thanks for watching! I appreciate Your input
@@kes71 I just realized You were replying to My comment on Savvy Expat channel and not from My channel...lol And I already had My cup of coffee this morning so I have no excuse..lol
Better get a Grab Taxi, almost all Metered Taxi at the Airport are scammers. I know this because I'm an OFW before.
Def another video I must comment on! Great work!
Ill be moving to PH soon!
Fantastic info. Taxi scams by the airport should get cleaned up. No tourists no $.
Great video and great advice.
Another thing that's common is that some random people a conversation with you.. They're all nice and smiley, but few minutes later they start telling you about their financial problems and insinuate that if you don't give them x sum of money something terrible will happen to them or their parents. That complete bullcrap. Never fall for this or you'll spend your entire time giving money to strangers.
Mess with them back. I tell them I will help if they do something for me. While looking at their body lustflly. ". 😅
Salamat, Thank you for keeping us informed.
Another great vlog and topic Evan. Bro, you are a journalist by nature! Always looking out for your next one 🇵🇭👍🏾✌🏾.
I really appreciate that Mark 🙌 thanks for your support man
@@TheSavvyExpat Always, my friend! Keep the interesting topics coming. 🇵🇭👍🏾
@@markbannister5586 thanks Mark. Check out my new video! But I want to warn you though, you may have strongly different opinions. Just know I made it with good intention. Also read my pinned comment in the description, to give you clear context. Lot of people misunderstood my points. Take care my friend 💯
@@TheSavvyExpat Evan, I just watched your latest vlog and I commend you for speaking your thoughts. First, I think I mentioned I’m married to a Filipina for 27 years so I’ve been educated on the PI 🇵🇭 for a long time. We’re both vaccinated and boosted. The vaccine is a matter of choice and we support that. However, people must abide by the rules, if a host country says stay at home all ye unvaccinated then so be it. Unfortunately the U.S. is not one of those countries that mandates or controls the masses and unvaccinated. Although I believe the U.S. should crack down, that’s my opinion. I have no problem with what the PI 🇵🇭 is doing. Our hope is to get there soon as we can. Keep up the good work Evan and remember that everyone isn’t going to agree with you and that’s okay! Your messages are positive and I’m staying subscribed 😆. I loved the comment where the guy said he’s unsubscribing. Lol! Drive on brother drive on!!! 👍🏾✌🏾🇵🇭. Keep it going.
Thanks you for the 411, amigo. Hook up with a Filipina with a heart of gold and your life is golden! Hook up with a Filipina with a heart of stone and your life is hell! (This applies to women everywhere, of course.)
I suggest following the "Two-Year Rule:" Never make a major decision (i.e., relocation to a foreign country or marrying a foreigner) without considering the decision for a minimum of 2 years. This (usually) assures that you're thinking with the head above your waist!
Spitting absolute truth man 💯
Well that took a turn
The old Bullet in the bag trick ("Get Smart" reference).....This was still a thing back on My 1st trip in 2015 but I think it stopped shortly after that time
Absolutely yes there are a lot of scammers out there the good the bad and the ugly yeah tell me about it thank you for reaffirming my believes scammers are everywhere.
Very good video. Some of these scam I encounter before. One just need to be alert and use a good rule of thumb. Too to be true, it is not true!
If you are moving here just because of the vlogs, consider you have many other better choices. Probably, you are already in contact with a woman online. Be very careful to not commit too quickly. Try before you buy. If you are able explore other potential countries, both in SE Asia and elsewhere. Keep your options open. Even in the Philippines, not all places are the same. The big cities, Cebu and Manila are the most expensive. Much appreciation for this video.
Thanks again for good advice and tips. However, I understand the bullet scam at the airport NAIA was ended by the current Duterte presidency. Child beggars, yes I've encountered them even in Makati City, but usually in the less desirable, safe and less developed Poblacion barangay, home to the red light district centred around P. Burgos Street. But not around CBD Ayala triangle, Greenbelt Malls area, or high end pockets, like Rockwell Center and Century City. Also I'm lucky never to have seen them in BGC or Mc Kinley Hill .. for me always feels safe in these latter areas even later at night in darkness. But there again these areas are some of the most expensive, westernised, or internationalised pockets I suppose in the entire Philippines. But great advice to consider if visiting or thinking of living in the Philippines.
always i get in the philippines are those untrusworthy taxi drivers.......they ask more than what the meter says..............
Exactly. Got to be careful with them.
Make sure the meters on or use “grab car”
That was incredible man good advice you can use anywhere you live.
Great job of the list. Certainly the best way to go about business or touring is having a trusted PI friend with you.
If you found this video of value, be sure to leave a like and subscribe. Appreciate you Savvy Expats!
Thank for the heads up.
You bet Vincent
Thanks for this video. I have someone i am talking to now and I am Skeptical.
You are right! After 20 years she is still as sweet as ever. Thanks for the video
01:16 to 01:31
Fell down 40 flights of stairs. 😆😂🤣😁
Do agree with you Sir
Thanks Jalal
Nice content!
Thanks!
Your video is so truthful.Many filipinas are great, just some are not.
Always have small bills. A lot of Filipino like to short change you or say they don’t have change thinking you’ll just let them keep the change.
Yes, happened to me in Boracay. Bought a bottled water that was for 70 pesos, but I only had 200 pesos bill. The guy said he’ll be back for change, but never did.
Yup. I go to a bank to get change. My wife has a bank in Philippines so I just use hers
very informative .
Thanks Forrest
Shoot, I already spent like 2.5k US two weeks here. I will never hold back, I came for safe fun , but Manila is expensive. Leaving in the boonies is for many Americans who never got ahead in the US. Filipinas need to be careful for those. They would not bring back their wife to the USA . Can’t afford them.
Never experienced any of this. Jeez you are scaring people
Best scam to avoid is marrying one..next is buying a house,lot,condo. 3rd is starting a business. Avoid those 3 at all costs and you might survive.
Why open a business in a 3rd world poverty stricken country? Foolish wasting your money, better you just budget like I do and I saved allot of money, in 3 months Im going back to the USA for good, been scammed once by a Filipina, lost a house and lot but never again.
Good video, especially the opening about the Filipinas
You forgot an important one, the "taxi driver that runs aways with your luggage" scam. Solution: Use "Grab" as soon as you land to the Philippines instead of taking normal taxis.
Thank you anak!
Dude your so funny ,I enjoy your sense of humor ,I been to the Philippines, at lease 15 times, and the girl I met on my first trip ,still keeps in touch ,and asks for $.
😂 that's hilarious. Dodged a bullet there.
Lol 😅
Well done young fella.
No... Bloody well done. Top marks.
Scamming is a sport here. Even within the Filipino community. So beware!
Yep, go to be vigilant.
It’s culture
Very informative, helpful video! One of the best. PS, a friendly word of advise to older men like myself, if the lady giving you attention is not at least getting close to age 30, don't fool yourself.... I know! LOL. [Bonus credibility points for her if she is a single / widowed mother]
Good advice Jim 👍 Glad you enjoyed the video
very valuable
Can you feed the kids? I could not let kids be hungry, I couldn't - and my friends there who are Pinoy do everything to feed little ones who are near their place in CEBU.
Good video.
Mine was a taxi cab driver. He did not use the meter, even though we asked him to. We then had an agreed upon price, which he changed and increased, as he claimed our luggage was heavy and weighing down his vehicle. He then stated, that since we had less than an hour to get to the airport, he doesn't normally go fast, so he increased the price again. An utter scumbag, but he knew the desperation of use missing our flight, so he took advantage of it.
Thanks. Back then cell phone cameras were not common and we were informed to always use the meter. We had no idea a driver would agree, then keep it shut off when we were already on the way and change the price twice. He also wasn't driving fast either. He just came up with an excuse to increase the price.@@somerandomstoic
On my arrival, I meet taxi scam at the airport. There was a lady coming to me when I walked to the airport taxi bootha and acted like airport staff and offer taxi ride to the place. She was in uniform, told me she is airport staff, show id and asked where I go. Showed me the tariff of travel cost to locatiom of each city. She called someone taxi driver maybe and charge me like 40+usd for 15min. So Be careful, Pls always go to taxi booth and ask for the taxi or take a grab taxi
Someone fell down 40 flights of stairs!! Lol
Honestly the only scam i had to deal with when i went back home to the philippines for the first time in 10 years were the airport taxis lmao. The bitch tried to charge me for 3000 pesos, So i went outside NAIA and called uber and the estimate was only 250-500 pesos. The ride only cost me around 300 pesos so I gave the driver 200 pesos tip since he got me to my destination quite fast plus a great conversation. If you give me honest price then you will get honest tips
2:51 my fake British accent seems to deter scammers. Its well known that brits are smart and cant be fooled . Locals ask me all the time if i know Sherlock Holmes. 😅
How about family scams? No one ever talks about life in the Philipppines from a Filipino expats POV. So why don’t you do one from the viewpoint of a Filipino expat with relatives who still live in the Philippines, and return to the Philippines to visit, or to live/retire back home?
Thats a good one Cameron.
The money scam we've got that hear in America to! Don't have to go their fo that!
If you want to become an expat learn one word and be able to use that word before traveling to the Philippines, that word is NO! You ARE NOT obligated to pay for nobody's food, rent, clothes, electric bill, beer etc. If you meet a Filipina and she wants you to buy this and that or pay for her families bills, dump her, block her and move on. I've been with my girl here going on 5 years, never once has she asked for money, and she works! There are some good girls over here but it may take time to find that one so don't be in such a rush. Remember, learn to say NO over here or you may wind up on the streets, homeless and broke....not a good place to be in a foreign country!
I will just add to that...
1. If she asks why after you said no just say, "I never explain my reasons". Give her a reason and you have given her grounds for arguing.
2. Say no but always say kindly and respectfully. No need to say with anger.
thank you sir. I was going to sell all of my properties (farms and apartments) to move to the PH with someone I was speaking in PH. They were trying to get some "allowance" from me because of family reasons.
thank you
There are still a lot of honest people in the Philippines notwithstanding according to my personal experience.
Maybe their are scammers not just in PH but this are apply to all countries, PH are safer to live than the other places. .0000000000% scam and 1000000000000% big heart from pH who are really going to help you without anything in return.
This guy is spot on. Notice at the start he says " Not all " pinays. He had to say that to avoid the hate from the dumb filipinos that would have hammered him in the comments section, saying NOT ALL.
You get it! Thanks for watching Craig
One that is hard to avoid that never happen to me but heard, pnp pull over and say pay or arrested for drugs..
I tell them no and drive away
@@chuckh4077 I will be catching grab/non self transport
well to prove my salary i send her my Contract of Social Salary - its not worse cause she can not use this its from germany BUT never send an Identity paper man
Also be careful of pickpocketers. They are everywhere in metro manila. Go north or go south, and your valuables will be safe 100%.
This is how my mom met her ex-boyfriend. Mom was at a remittance center filling out forms to receive my sister's reward for good grades. She was next to a foreigner who was confused about the form he had to fill out for a charity he wanted to give money to. My mom thought it sounded fishy so she saved him from a scam. He bought her coffee as thanks and they hit it off. Too bad their religious differences was enough for their dating to not end up in marriage.
So, it's like Chicago. Or Detroit. Or Washington DC. Or any other number of US cities.
NOTE.....not all Foreigners are rich...and...not all Philipinos are poor, whatch out..
Mabuhay welcome to the Philippines
For your birthday, you feed everybody. If you have kids, them too.
How about if you are use to this type of situation and have the money to do it
Not everybody is short on cash
At the end of the day, if you're aware of what's going on, you could decide whether or not they get your money. If you want to help them out, go for it. But chances are they're going to continue doing it to others that aren't in the same financial position as you.
Resort world casino cafe they dun return or delay the money after pay the bill
We will tips well
Ai you know one thing so many scams I think Philippines is the place to go! If you want to be scammed! I think we got plenty of that hear at home really do not need more experience with scamers hear they try to get you at home without Evan going out of your house!
I'm a Filipino. I saw an american talking about seeing john cena somewhere in america i think. With a VERY YOUNG FILIPINA. How do old americans get engaged with not a minor but young Filipina?
Everywhere in this world have scammers not only in phillipines
the bad will scame from money. the good will backstab and steal the money.
If she calls you AFAM... RUN!!!
What's that?
@@TheSavvyExpat It is a term meaning "A Foreigner Assigned in Manila." It has become a pejorative amongst Filipinas who lean more towards the 'scamy' side of dating foreigners.
@@American_Mike ah definitely... Red flag right there
DONT FORGET FOREIGNERS ALSO USE PINOY/PINAY TO GET A PH PASSPORT AND GET A BUSINESS HERE! PH ALSO SHOULD CAREFUL FOR THOSE USERS.
I doubt that. Filipinos can not help foreigners get a Philippine passport.
@@edwinholcombe2741 once they get married they can, also some foreigners marry Filipina to get an easy business permit 😜
all the filiponas at strip bars describe the first scam. Bish we didn't go to a strip bar for a relationship, now dance and take money.
Scam the the reason every december hurricane
Samar dec 2019
Sorsongon 2019 dec
Lapu lapu dec 2020
Bohol cebu surigai siargo dinagat island dec 2021
Dec 2022
Mindano
#1 is straight up legit
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Lots of scammers you will experience in the Philippines, so be aware
Filipinas are the best. After you churn through the churners and mwybe left with 50% no desperadettes.
Solid vid. Bit different.
Hahaha
Hope American people have vids like this... I have been scammed in USA too😣 sad
Im sad😢
I hope my wife is genuine; she doesn't ask for money but works. My bag went missing flying Maynila - Cebu full of meds.
Please could you tell me if you're still together?
My neighbors wife was drugged a couple of months ago in the Cancun, Mexico area. Luckily her daughter carried her back to the room before she could be kidnapped.
They were pretty sure it was an employee at the resort who drugged her.
That's crazy. Especially to think that Cancun is big tourist area too.
@@TheSavvyExpat The planes all land at Cancun, so I call it the Cancun area. It was a smaller town down the coast toward Tulum. The police refused to come to the resort to take a report. They would have had to go to the police station. So you know this is big money and some of the police are in on it.
To be fair to Cancun I believe their police keep a tight watch on crime, which is the way I like it.
@@TheSavvyExpat We use to own apartments in Belleville, Illinois, which is about 15 miles east of St Louis. We would have drug sales in our parking lot and nothing was ever done. One time we had license plate and the wife wrote out a long report and actually took it to the police station. The cop in charge said she would have to rewrite it on their report form. BUT it might we wiser to Drop It.
@@LR-je7nn Yep. A lot of the cops in Mexico are corrupt. What a shame. It's good everyone made it out okay though.
@@LR-je7nn That's insanity!
Will it be ok to put a padlock on your luggage so that way no one plants a bullet?
I don't think that's totally necessary. Just keep your luggage close to you. Also that's not as common nowadays I hear.
@@TheSavvyExpat Maraming salamat sa payo mo. Just hoping I can see my girlfriend in Davao soon. Also I feel like I will be one of the youngest foreigners being only 20 years old
@@walkingtalking123 wow. You're definitely in the younger age bracket. Wishing you good travels 🙌
thats just the way it is all around the world
Why are you using a picture of myphilippinedreams people? I'm subscribed to them. By using their picture you are implying that they are scammers. Better take it down young man.
Hopefully he will figure it out.
I was going to say the same thing.
@@Dana-ie2bh I never deleted your post. I didn't even recieve it.
My bad, I didn't know he was a youtuber. I just searched up "Foreigner with a Filipina pictures." I'll change it.
Alright ya'll changed the thumbnail 🙏
The dinner scam happened to me I. India!
food panda and grab is what everyone should have
Give them the ass if they ask for money in the first 6 months. Dont give your real name or address.