My grandpa lived till 95 ,never needed assistance. Just exercise,and eat right ( healthy) that’s the best insurance plan you can have . Good honest vids. 😊
Always have a couple of fire extinguishers, and have different kinds like water, foam, and powder. And never forget the fire blankets so you can kill fire or use them as protection. Spread around the house but especially kitchen and exits. That is what I do in my modern home here in Sweden and I would not do any less in the Philippines.
Mike, I found this episode to be deeply reflective as you really took account of yourself and held yourself accountable (as in who was the common denominator).... Much respect my brother. I think you have addressed the biggest issues by fact of doing such a good job in Mate Selection.... Janet is a wonderful person and you make a really good couple (perhaps you got it right this time). She will be there for you in emergencies and the long haul issues. Not to add to your 'worries', but for me one of the primary issues I intend to address, in addition to those you mentioned, is long term (20-30 years) living costs possibly associated with inflation and US Dollar devaluation. That of course requires good prudent investments, for me that starts with a house with land, solar, water, animals, etc. I don't want to be 'reliant' on the Exchange Rate always being in my favor.... imagine if we go back to the exchange rate of 2014 approx $1USD=P40 peso but you still have this inflation (aka Stagflation), ouch! Your plan of building a simple home with a couple rental units for Janet may in reality be what saves your butt..... should it need saving : ) ~ Wonderful episode Mike. Peace and Love, B Goat
An excellent video, Mike. It is not an easy thing to confess one's fears for all the world to see. I worry about containing my road rage anger as well. Almost getting hit by a car, getting killed or endangering a loved one, releases a TON of adrenaline into the brain. It is almost impossible not to let an F-bomb slip out. And then the driver of the other vehicle is liable to respond in kind. Good for you that you keep the bigger picture in mind. Janet is an outstanding reason to be the better man.
Very cool video Mike... Staying out of jail is especially great advice in the Philippines... Any time I am near a roadway, no matter if walking or riding, I always feel a little danger...
Hi mike my biggest fear came true two months ago. I was on my new motorbike with my girlfriend on the back. We were on our way from Bacolod to Dumaguete and decided to stop to turn on my gps. Well my girl moved to on side while my hand were not on the handlebars and we started to go over. When I grabbed the handlebars I got a little gas jumped forward and the bike fell on my knee and really did a lot of damage. I’m back in Denmark at the moment one surgery done and maybe another one to come. Just goes to show how important it is to have a plan I had a go home plan and travel insurance but the hospital would not accept it so burned some cash at the hospital and the got a rescue flight home . What an experience 😢
Great video! One concern: keep realistic expectations! The 'perfect relationship' you stated simply does not exist, IMO. I feel it's imperative to keep realistic expectations.
Im 78 and in thailand but these fears are the same here as well. A big danger is traffic, just crossing the street here is like playing russian roulette. I think awareness is the key
Making my first scouting trip to the Philippines December 7-21. Going to be in Duma at the DCCCO Hotel, on December 13-16th. Would love to run into you guys and Paul Old Dog, etc. Would be happy to buy you guys a meal or a coffee somewhere near downtown.
Great video!!!! You say you have a fear of being arrested and I totally get it. Maybe I can give you some advice that will go a long way to help giving you some piece of mind. I travel to many places, and I take extreme safety measures to protect myself in case of being arrested in a foreign land. I get to know my state senators on a personal level, it's not hard to do. I always let these senators know when I'm traveling out of the U.S and supply them with my itinerary and other important information. I promise you my senators would NEVER let me rot in a jail or prison and they assure me they will find all details of why this happened and who was involved. I promise you these senators have access to the higher up politicians in the Philippine government. Keep in mind, your senators work for us, the U.S citizens. I hope this helps
Thanks so very much for this great video. My filipina wife and I enjoyed this very much. Both of us have the same concerns if we decide to move to the Philippines. Again, Thank You for this great video .. !!! 🙏🙏🙏
Mike, every time Janet shows a video of you and her going somewhere on your scooter I get scared something will happen. 40 years ago I was riding my bicycle home late one night from work and got bumped from behind by a car. I was out of work for a month. At your age any kind of accident would be very serious.
Yeah, but if the Phils, you gotta take the risk. If you give up your wheels, then you lose your freedom, independance, and mobility. If you lose those things, then your health shall soon begin a slow decline
Long-Term Care in the Philippines vs. the United States: A Personal Perspective As we look ahead to our later years, concerns about long-term care are inevitable. In the United States, the reality is that quality home care or even nursing home options can be incredibly expensive, and often, they leave much to be desired in terms of comfort and quality of life. Many facilities may accept Social Security, but let's be honest-they are not places we would want to spend our final years. It's a tough reality to face, especially when financial resources are limited. My wife’s experience with an aneurysm opened my eyes to the stark difference between care in the U.S. and what might be available abroad. The United States, with all its advancements, can be surprisingly harsh and unaffordable when it comes to caring for the elderly. The idea of getting long-term home care here is almost out of reach unless you're wealthy or well-insured. In contrast, when you think about the Philippines, it's possible to re-engineer a better long-term care plan at a fraction of the cost. Home health care, with multiple people to assist you if necessary, is more affordable and offers a more personalized, compassionate approach than what you typically find in many U.S. nursing homes. It's a place where quality of life doesn't have to be sacrificed due to cost. I know the fear of being away from familiar surroundings is real, but in terms of health care and peace of mind, the Philippines offers opportunities that are hard to match in the U.S. And with some proper planning, it could be the better option in the long run.
Great video full of common sense concerns thanks for sharing I just returned from Cebu and moving there permenently next year after finalizing everything here in Canada
I ride my scooter like I would a bicycle, keep as close to the edge of the road as possible, and I don't drive to fast, and always keep my eyes on the mirrors. Anyone that comes into our yard without an invite will have to deal with my dog. My biggest fear is having a heart attack or stroke, living in the province, if I do, I'm dead for sure.
New subscriber here. Thx for the video, Mike. Very informative. Let me combine of a couple of the fears you mentioned. One day, I was stuck in traffic in Davao in a cab. I look to the right and there was a guy on a Motorcycle with Propane Tanks tied to both sides of the back of the Motorcycle (behind the exhaust). Motorcycles and Propane Tanks 😳. Seriously, thanks for the useful videos.
One of the huge benefits of being a SE Asian Slow Traveler is not being a static target for locals. I’m not a reactive impulsive person and my reactivity has been tested many times in the Phillipines. I’m happy to say no matter what so far I am non reactive. I carry doctors kit with me based on my condition in case of anything. I’m very healthy and take care of my health. I chose to come to SE Asia because my boots on the ground medical research showed me I will be 180 degrees better off here after 90 than in the US where care will be $15-20 per month at that time, 3 decades, and I will be isolated and lonely. I have designed a life without marrying where I won’t experience any of that. Great video Mike. Thank you for your efforts. Your channel is so much better than the younger guys just promoting coming to the Philippines and idealizing the Philippines
I feel ya Mike. I'm an expat in Costa Rica, been here for 30 years. I've shared many of these same fears. Now that I'm on social security, and live in a place where there is no postal service, I've learned to download the form, (the proof of life one) fill it out and sign it, and send it in. (We have outbound postal service if I'm willing to drive an hour to get to it.). I found out how to do this the hard way, by having my checks cut off for 4 months. At least when they reinstated me they paid the back checks that I missed. So once every year I send them a form, I have no idea if they requested one or not, but better safe than sorry.
Like this channel My wife is from about 35 miles from Dipolog in Mindanao and I decided to walk 7.5 miles to a Phillippine beach bar and she and the neighbours went mental. I am 56 and slim and can outrun a knifeman but cant dodge a bullet. We live in the UK and both in our fifties and I have been to the Philippines 9 times and love it. In the UK I drink Guinness and in the Philippines San Miguel. I never feared for my safety there and someone was shot 1000 yards from her house while I was there last time.
Needing long-term healthcare is a reality unless you are fortunate to die suddenly. Elderly people don’t decline gradually. There is an event that puts you in the hospital for a long period of time and you’ve gone from being able to handle day-to-day tasks to being a semi invalid. Some recover with physical therapy and some don’t. One attractive thing about Thailand is that they revere the elderly. I don’t know if that’s the same in the Philippines. Cost is lower in both countries, but you can attract very high quality people in Thailand for elder care.
@paulclinton6414 Are you talking to me? Dude, I spent 3 years in the Air Force there. I can assure you I know it quite well and I plan on returning. I still have friends there 😂😂😂
Good video Mike. With regard to your health, It would be a very good idea to get an annual echocardiogram yhat looks at both the heart and carotid arteries. With your comcern regarding strokes, the carotid artery check the cardiologist will determine if you have sny blockages. It is also good to have the annual chemical induced stress test. That will also look at your heart at your maximum heart tate compared to your testing heart rate. I have this done annually and just by coincidence had these tests last Friday. You may have to go to Cebu or Manila for these tests. The most modern equipment is in Thailand. Having these tests annually should help with your fear. Good luck.
Good morning Mike. I have the same concern about fire. Not ready to leave my condo for that exact reason. Not trusting others to be diligent about fire, rice cookers, bbqs etc. I just don't dwell on the negative things that could happen. Best to you and yours
Even if you live a healthy life and live beyond your 90s you will still be set in your ways. So the hard part is having someone who will have the patience to take care of you and tolerate you. That's why even in our late years we need to be able to be patient as well and tolerate the new way of things. Otherwise we'll wind up alone.
Hi Mike, this is Billy. I was there the whole month of February. Did not get upset once until back in the airport in Manila waiting to go home, I’ll tell you they had been 50 people on wheelchairs getting on board ahead of me and others. They end up giving my seat away to some lady in wheelchair. I got upset and raised my voice on the airplane departing Manila and I still feel bad about it. They ended up giving me another extended leg room that i had paid for. 🤗
that seems to be a theme in asian countries. EVERY flight has at least 30 people "suddenly" in wheel chairs that i saw walking around the airport fine before the boarding started.
Networking is your answer. Hospitals are expensive and it is a business. Prefer to die at home and you are what you eat. Eat healthy food, not US inspired Fast Food. Hubby has good recipes and ingredients are Pinoy. Nice we eat proper bread now better than our local baker or supermarket. I stress he buys Pinoy flour and likes the quality. ₱80 a kilo last a long time.
I was going to make a comment about having no fear of jail because I don't break the law, then you pointed out all the ways I could easily find myself in jail. Realistically though I don't hang in expat areas, I'm just about the wife and kids and I don't go out at night but I do drive and the morons make me crazy.
Jeeze Mike, that's a lot of fears! 😱 I'm your age, and I have been living (if you can call it that) in Mexico the last two years. I've only been back to to the US once, and that was to buy a motorcycle and ride it 4,000 miles back into Oaxaca, Mexico. Since then I have lived in several places, and put thousands of miles on my bike. I now have decided to leave, especially since my reason for being in Mexico has packed her bags and went back to Canada. (never again, a western woman) At our age we do tend to focus on things like that ticking clock of time, and our future. At least you have a solid relationship with Janet to count on. Like you I don’t want to end up in a nursing home pushed into a corner. My intention is to live as full a life as possible before I croak. I don't know what the future will bring, but, I cannot let the possibility of what might happen to decide my future. I'll be looking for you in the next few months, I hope to find you well then.
Mike I think you said you just learned to ride a scooter. Have good mirrors and train yourself to check them every few seconds. You just scan left right front rear. After a while it becomes second nature. I've been riding in US for 60 years but I would be nervous about riding in PI in heavy traffic.
I think you have to remember that when choosing to live in a place like the Philippines you are choosing adventure over security. And so all these issues you mention are part of having an adventurous life. You have to keep your adventurous mindset. If at some point it seems that the negatives outweigh the positives then it's time to return to safety/comfort snd ditch the adventure. Or adjust your thinking. Many of the issues you mention can be planned for. Eg. Have fire extinguishers and an exit plan, keep documents in a fireproof safe, move closer to hospitals and transport, stop riding a motorbike and get a car with driver or use taxis, lock up your stuff to prevent theft, excercise and eat healthy, plan on getting a live in helper to look after you when you get old, make sure a trusted person has power of attorney for you do they can access your money if you get too confused to get it. Plan plan plan. Lucky to all the people who can afford to retire before retirement age. In the UK that's now 67! So we don't have as many years as you to live abroad and will be so much older when we start the adventure.
Just be careful of sports drinks. Fruit is high in sugar... Pop is a no no.. Fried food is bad..any kind of crackers and chips .....Philippines cook in oil ..not good.health so important.......very good video Mike...enjoy
PH is an awesome place if you are a younger retiree. Yeah there are some quirky things and Mike makes great points in this video. That said, when I get older and if I don’t stay healthy (eating right and exercise) if I can’t afford to go back to the US I’d go to Thailand, Vietnam, or Malaysia (like Penang) where healthcare and infrastructure is much better.
Some legit concerns there. Buying a car or truck would eliminate the fear of a motorcycle accident. Loneliness is a concern if you’re not comfortable being alone. Probably more of a concern for expats in Thailand and Vietnam, due to the language barrier.
Hey Mike, thanks for freaking me out about what I have to worry about when I get there, I am not even there yet, and I think about all the stuff you mentioned, what is your exit plan for typhoons.
I think of Grab as a layer of protection, because there is a way to track your activity. I don't do dumb things like walk 6 blocks down a dark street at 3 AM in the morning, I took a trik. 911 type health care is why I plan to finally settle in a large city.
Just need to remind yourself everyday that you are on foreign land, many thing native people can do but not you. It'll help you control yourself and avoid many troubles. The rest is using your common sense to navigate new environment. JMHO.
Ok, misc BS, I am ASME mechanical engineer. All pressure vessels require testing. Propane tanks in US are stamped with date and are good for 11 years. Testing costs more than the tank, but BUT, an appropriate place won't refill after that date. I'm only guessing, but I would bet that is not an issue in the Philippines
@robinorga528 they recommend every 5 years, but the hoses are downstream of the regulator so it's low pressure and lasts longer. Inspect and you can always check with soapy water for any leaks, normally leaks will just be at connections.
My plan is to stay there a few months at a time. I’m in my mid fifties now. When my health starts going downhill, then I’ll just won’t go back over there. I don’t think I want to stay there full time, too much to deal with. At my age I’ll just go to have fun. If I meet someone, then who knows……..haha!!!
I've been living and working alone for the last 5+ years. If you're comfortable in your own skin, it's tolerable, if you have emotional issues, you're gonna be in some very deep trouble......
In my opinion anybody over 60 should not be on a motorcycle in the Philippines.. buying any kind of small car or truck is like buying an insurance policy plus you get air conditioner.. hehe 😮😊
Hi Mik! My invitation is still valid. you only have to pay for you plaine ticket. Lack of fund that still can be arranged. when you visit Cambodia, your prospective will change about philippines. jeffrey
The number one rule for me is not to mingle too much with Filipinos and foreigners. A quick hi, hello and that’s it. Be respectful at all times and most important don’t break any of their laws. You may not like it but respect it. Been doing that for 13 years and I’m good to go 😊
In the Philippines when your not doing anything wrong, you have nothing to fear. What you need to fear is if Filipinos will gonna be fed up watching vloggers online. 😊
Mike you brought up a lot of good points but your first statement about walking away. Say for example someone was hassled your wife would you as the protector step in ? I’m sure I would if it meant getting jail time. It all comes back to the Kenny Rodgers song. Sometimes you have to fight to be a man
If you're scared while riding, don't ride. I ride all over Manila and in Palawan. Never tool along slowly. Many trucks, buses and jeepneys have bad brakes. Stay ahead of the flow and always moving forward. People shouldn't pick the Philippines as their learning ground for riding. Just crazy.
Thats Why I purchased a used little Truck, That bike should be your biggest fear, I have see so many deaths on bikes I lost count in 3 years, People here drive drunk like everyday, Ambush is pretty normal killing, Most political, or Greed, Not Kidnapping, You just have to manage risks, Fire Smoke detector, Ambush No night time travels or in risk areas, Gas Stove, Put a moisture drop on stove so guts dont Rust out, Money 3 cards and small stash, Dont hold lot of cash, CT Cameras a must on Cloud, If you build /you build for Disaster, Everything, God Bless
I've never had issues with long term expats, flippino's,thai's,Khmer, Vietnamese or laotians.But,those twit 3 week warrior/millionaires are dangerous. I ride a ktm duke around the Philippines and one curious hazard I haven't personally encountered but, heard of stories from others who have is "take one for the family".
There are 73 motorcycle accident in the Philippines every day of those 9 people die. You have to be an experienced driver to be safe over here. No stop light,no stop sign and Virtually no enforcement of the driving laws, they do have checkpoints Where they check paperwork and helmets but many times they don’t even stop you. Traffic moves slow over here 40 mph is considered pretty fast and putting up with slow traffic will constantly aggravate you, but you need to adapt, it is there country. There is a Flow to traffic and when get used to it things gets easier. If you are only visiting use public transportation.
There are announced check points for some reason. People with no license or helmets just drive around tjem if possible. If not announcedthe policeman will have a cousin he tells and after that everyone knows. If you want to keep a secret here, do not tell a soul. The people here can not keep from opening their mouths about anything!
thanks for sharing. Just not sure about your facts your sayin 15% of motorbike accidents lead to someone being killed! and only 73 a day I see 2 or 3 everyday when I'm out and they are very minor. Facts tell me how you came up with the numbers
Mike, good video. End of life is a big burden to place on your wife. She says that she will be the one. I don't know if I could put her through that Mike.
One, I'm in US have had a house fire. Amazon has fire blankets, need one for each location, close but far enough away so you don't endanger yourself. I live in country, volunteer fire department, love where I live but I know at some point need to be in city, I'll die from heart attack long b4 VFD can respond. In US, I will never ride cycle again. I drive Lincoln towncar and still, everyone else is driving truck or SUV 3 feet taller. Buy a Uninterruptable power supply for storms. Midwest, South, I'm used to losing power for a day or so. If younare high and dry, you can at least charge phones and know what's going on. I am thinking about having second home, at the least I would bite the bullet, pay the duties and import fire blankets, CO/smoke detectors, Tesla or Generac power wall
Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” SEND LECHON
Mike, I am a retiree who lives in a Chicago suburb. Just want to tell you about a couple of my living expenses here. There’s just my wife and I. Effective January 1, 2025 our medical insurance premiums will be $1,202.00 per month. We have an 1100 square foot house. Our property tax is $5,700.00 per year. Regardless of what our government says about inflation being under control. It’s a lie. Inflation is very bad here.
I fully understand your health care concerns. I live in the U.S. and just 1 1/2 miles from a world class hospital. Four years ago at 2 am I had a hard time breathing. I woke my wife and told her I had to go to the hospital emergency room. I drove to the hospital. When I stepped out of my car I couldn’t take one step. My wife went inside of the emergency and summoned help. I was taken by wheelchair to the emergency room where I was admitted to the hospital. I was 82 years old at the time. I had double pneumonia and my heart arteries were 90 percent clogged. The surgeon told me before he operated on me “when I operate on you, your kidneys may shut down, you may have a stroke and you may die”. After the open heart surgery my kidneys shut down. I was put on dialysis. Luckily after 3 weeks my kidneys started back. 6 weeks in the hospital and my hospital bills were $450,000. Luckily I have good insurance that paid it all. Just wanted to tell you my story because this is how fast an emergency can happen.
You’re extremely lucky…. Driving oneself to the H is never a good idea to drive yourself because when you walk to the car, you put a load of on your lungs and your heart. The best thing to do is sit down bolt upright call 911 and have them carry you out to the ambulance and to the hospital, your arteries being 90% clogged usually results in a massive heart attack and you’re very lucky to be alive and that you didn’t have a sudden collapse resulting in a cardiac arrest most cardiac arrest when resuscitation efforts are performed after the age of 70 , the majority of people do not live ,you’re very lucky congratulations. It’s a lottery win being off of dialysis ,that is a bad life having to go three times a week, but it does keep a person Thank you for your story
Thankfully you pulled through it. The hospital bill was astronomical - fortunately your insurance covered it. Why didn't your wife drive you to the hospital ... is she incapacitated?
Mike, I'm in mindanao. For the most part it's as safe here as it is anywhere. Elliott was warned countless times to stop what he was doing and make right his wrongs. He ignored the warnings and continued lending money on the 5-6
HI MIKE , This was a good video. I think the #1 fear I have is the MEDICAL CARE THERE , even in MANILA , unless you live near to a hospital , the traffic or lack of transport can KILL YOU. Well a few things on the other side of the coin , HERE IN THE USA , YES we DO have good hospitals BUT I have seen traffic where an ambulance CAN NOT GET THRU , a lot is due to people not moving over or no shoulders... If you follow the new here in USA , THINGS ARE WORSE THAN EVER , I don t mean just the economy but more IMPORTANT IS THE RISE IN CRIME... Lastly , FORGET DATING HERE... I enjoy all your videos , give my best to JANET and be safe. GOD BLESS CIAO
You never ever want to go to jail in a foreign country. Remember, you are not in your country so don't act like you would in your own country. One more thing, I would never ride a motorcycle, I have seen too many people hurt on motorcycle
If an expat loses access to his money because a health issue such as a stroke or other problem leaves his brain in a degraded state, what would be the recourse being in such a far away foreign country? Perhaps if he had a power of attorney in place ahead of time? But if not, what would be a solution?
Back in the 80's I did flight risk escort from Subic to Angeles to put military prisoners on a flights back to the US, 90 percent of the time it was Drugs and Violence that was the cause. Just keep your hands to yourself no matter what, better to get a little roughed up by tolerating some shoving and punching than spending a year or 2 in jail. Also just stay away from the southern part of Mindanao, it has been trouble since the 80's.
Duterte cleaned it all up I have a house in cod. No problems I was in Cagayan in the early eighties when it was watch full becoz of kidnappings . I never had any troubles but my brother in laws were usually with me.i also lived up in San Fabian Tarlac and never had problems.. I treat people the way I want to be treated and especially in PI Respect all day long.i live in North America now but still have a house in Mindanao. Like every where the prices have gone up and with Musk over there in Palawan everything will improve All Eyes are on Philippines which will help in every way for the people God Bless
Yeah if it wasn't the NPA or the coup attempt it was the Victory liners flying off cliffs or Volcanoes. We had to blow everything on Clark because the ash was so heavy they were afraid the building would fall on the squatters living in them. I look back now and it seems so chaotic, but when I was there it was all just normal.
In 2008, I was visiting the family of my Filipina in the Philippines. My girlfriend lived already many years in Canada. Her piece of land was taken away from her brother without her consent! She did send the tax money and the brother claimed it because “he paid the tax”. Anyway. I got in contact with a lawyer for her. “Well. It’s done. She lives n Canada anyway….” And then he gave me an advice as a foreigner: “YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES. You get into an accident, even if you don’t drive, it’s your fault! Think about that before you decide to move into a country where foreigners have no rights.” That closed the story on retirement in the Philippines for me suddenly. I do live now in Panama. I did buy legally a piece of land under my name. I’m building a house what will be my house. Nobody can take it away from me without my consent. Asia is very nice. For holidays ONLY!
Feel alone is much worse than the fear of any other i think, nobody talk to. In 2022 i was in manila airport no phone working and my creditcard had been blovked, things get solved , so i dont fear that.
My grandpa lived till 95 ,never needed assistance. Just exercise,and eat right ( healthy) that’s the best insurance plan you can have . Good honest vids. 😊
wow 70! looking good. walk every day for as long as you can. just keep moving it does make a difference.
Thank you, I will
I was thinking the same thing. It's a good video
Watching this for the second time. Just arrived in Manila for retirement. I take all of your advice to heart, Mike. Hope to meet you someday.
keep in touch
Great topic Mike👊💙
thank you
Mike's latest and greatest, I'm excited to watch!
Talent on loan from God
Regarding the first item - No. 1 rule when living in a foreign country: be very careful about who you engage with. No. 2 rule - don't make enemies...
Hi Mike and Janet 🙋 So many fears. One of my big fears would be loneliness and depression. Even in America too. Another great video my friends❤
Always have a couple of fire extinguishers, and have different kinds like water, foam, and powder. And never forget the fire blankets so you can kill fire or use them as protection. Spread around the house but especially kitchen and exits. That is what I do in my modern home here in Sweden and I would not do any less in the Philippines.
Mike, I found this episode to be deeply reflective as you really took account of yourself and held yourself accountable (as in who was the common denominator).... Much respect my brother.
I think you have addressed the biggest issues by fact of doing such a good job in Mate Selection.... Janet is a wonderful person and you make a really good couple (perhaps you got it right this time). She will be there for you in emergencies and the long haul issues.
Not to add to your 'worries', but for me one of the primary issues I intend to address, in addition to those you mentioned, is long term (20-30 years) living costs possibly associated with inflation and US Dollar devaluation. That of course requires good prudent investments, for me that starts with a house with land, solar, water, animals, etc. I don't want to be 'reliant' on the Exchange Rate always being in my favor.... imagine if we go back to the exchange rate of 2014 approx $1USD=P40 peso but you still have this inflation (aka Stagflation), ouch!
Your plan of building a simple home with a couple rental units for Janet may in reality be what saves your butt..... should it need saving : ) ~ Wonderful episode Mike. Peace and Love, B Goat
The jealousy culture can be a issue it's extreme at times
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An excellent video, Mike. It is not an easy thing to confess one's fears for all the world to see. I worry about containing my road rage anger as well. Almost getting hit by a car, getting killed or endangering a loved one, releases a TON of adrenaline into the brain. It is almost impossible not to let an F-bomb slip out. And then the driver of the other vehicle is liable to respond in kind. Good for you that you keep the bigger picture in mind. Janet is an outstanding reason to be the better man.
Very cool video Mike... Staying out of jail is especially great advice in the Philippines... Any time I am near a roadway, no matter if walking or riding, I always feel a little danger...
Mike, a great topic and video
Thanks!
Hi mike my biggest fear came true two months ago. I was on my new motorbike with my girlfriend on the back. We were on our way from Bacolod to Dumaguete and decided to stop to turn on my gps. Well my girl moved to on side while my hand were not on the handlebars and we started to go over. When I grabbed the handlebars I got a little gas jumped forward and the bike fell on my knee and really did a lot of damage. I’m back in Denmark at the moment one surgery done and maybe another one to come. Just goes to show how important it is to have a plan I had a go home plan and travel insurance but the hospital would not accept it so burned some cash at the hospital and the got a rescue flight home . What an experience 😢
Good video and all are a concern. Thanks for the video.
Great video! One concern: keep realistic expectations! The 'perfect relationship' you stated simply does not exist, IMO. I feel it's imperative to keep realistic expectations.
Im 78 and in thailand but these fears are the same here as well. A big danger is traffic, just crossing the street here is like playing russian roulette.
I think awareness is the key
Making my first scouting trip to the Philippines December 7-21. Going to be in Duma at the DCCCO Hotel, on December 13-16th. Would love to run into you guys and Paul Old Dog, etc. Would be happy to buy you guys a meal or a coffee somewhere near downtown.
All very valid fears Mike! Especially that health one 😮
Great video!!!! You say you have a fear of being arrested and I totally get it. Maybe I can give you some advice that will go a long way to help giving you some piece of mind. I travel to many places, and I take extreme safety measures to protect myself in case of being arrested in a foreign land. I get to know my state senators on a personal level, it's not hard to do. I always let these senators know when I'm traveling out of the U.S and supply them with my itinerary and other important information. I promise you my senators would NEVER let me rot in a jail or prison and they assure me they will find all details of why this happened and who was involved. I promise you these senators have access to the higher up politicians in the Philippine government. Keep in mind, your senators work for us, the U.S citizens. I hope this helps
Thanks so very much for this great video. My filipina wife and I enjoyed this very much. Both of us have the same concerns if we decide to move to the Philippines. Again, Thank You for this great video .. !!! 🙏🙏🙏
Our pleasure!
Mike, every time Janet shows a video of you and her going somewhere on your scooter I get scared something will happen. 40 years ago I was riding my bicycle home late one night from work and got bumped from behind by a car. I was out of work for a month. At your age any kind of accident would be very serious.
yes that car from behind is what i worry about
Yeah, but if the Phils, you gotta take the risk. If you give up your wheels, then you lose your freedom, independance, and mobility. If you lose those things, then your health shall soon begin a slow decline
Long-Term Care in the Philippines vs. the United States: A Personal Perspective
As we look ahead to our later years, concerns about long-term care are inevitable. In the United States, the reality is that quality home care or even nursing home options can be incredibly expensive, and often, they leave much to be desired in terms of comfort and quality of life. Many facilities may accept Social Security, but let's be honest-they are not places we would want to spend our final years. It's a tough reality to face, especially when financial resources are limited. My wife’s experience with an aneurysm opened my eyes to the stark difference between care in the U.S. and what might be available abroad. The United States, with all its advancements, can be surprisingly harsh and unaffordable when it comes to caring for the elderly. The idea of getting long-term home care here is almost out of reach unless you're wealthy or well-insured. In contrast, when you think about the Philippines, it's possible to re-engineer a better long-term care plan at a fraction of the cost. Home health care, with multiple people to assist you if necessary, is more affordable and offers a more personalized, compassionate approach than what you typically find in many U.S. nursing homes. It's a place where quality of life doesn't have to be sacrificed due to cost.
I know the fear of being away from familiar surroundings is real, but in terms of health care and peace of mind, the Philippines offers opportunities that are hard to match in the U.S. And with some proper planning, it could be the better option in the long run.
thanks for the novel
Good video ad always Mike. God bless
Great video full of common sense concerns thanks for sharing I just returned from Cebu and moving there permenently next year after finalizing everything here in Canada
Glad it was helpful!
I ride my scooter like I would a bicycle, keep as close to the edge of the road as possible, and I don't drive to fast, and always keep my eyes on the mirrors. Anyone that comes into our yard without an invite will have to deal with my dog. My biggest fear is having a heart attack or stroke, living in the province, if I do, I'm dead for sure.
Its nuts to ride a scooter here,as a foreigner!!!!
hahaha Nuts not to. Come on man enjoy life.
@bobwilson5041 Enjoy life
New subscriber here. Thx for the video, Mike. Very informative. Let me combine of a couple of the fears you mentioned. One day, I was stuck in traffic in Davao in a cab. I look to the right and there was a guy on a Motorcycle with Propane Tanks tied to both sides of the back of the Motorcycle (behind the exhaust). Motorcycles and Propane Tanks 😳. Seriously, thanks for the useful videos.
One of the huge benefits of being a SE Asian Slow Traveler is not being a static target for locals. I’m not a reactive impulsive person and my reactivity has been tested many times in the Phillipines. I’m happy to say no matter what so far I am non reactive. I carry doctors kit with me based on my condition in case of anything. I’m very healthy and take care of my health. I chose to come to SE Asia because my boots on the ground medical research showed me I will be 180 degrees better off here after 90 than in the US where care will be $15-20 per month at that time, 3 decades, and I will be isolated and lonely. I have designed a life without marrying where I won’t experience any of that. Great video Mike. Thank you for your efforts. Your channel is so much better than the younger guys just promoting coming to the Philippines and idealizing the Philippines
I feel ya Mike. I'm an expat in Costa Rica, been here for 30 years. I've shared many of these same fears. Now that I'm on social security, and live in a place where there is no postal service, I've learned to download the form, (the proof of life one) fill it out and sign it, and send it in. (We have outbound postal service if I'm willing to drive an hour to get to it.). I found out how to do this the hard way, by having my checks cut off for 4 months. At least when they reinstated me they paid the back checks that I missed. So once every year I send them a form, I have no idea if they requested one or not, but better safe than sorry.
Incidentally, being in jail and being hit from the rear are my biggest fears, too. Particularly by a cellmate!
More people should be concerned about things that could happen and prepare for it like you have
Like this channel
My wife is from about 35 miles from Dipolog in Mindanao and I decided to walk 7.5 miles to a Phillippine beach bar and she
and the neighbours went mental. I am 56 and slim and can outrun a knifeman but cant dodge a bullet. We live in the UK and both in our fifties and I have been to the Philippines 9 times and love it. In the UK I drink Guinness and in the Philippines San Miguel. I never feared for my safety there and someone was shot 1000 yards from her house while I was there last time.
Needing long-term healthcare is a reality unless you are fortunate to die suddenly. Elderly people don’t decline gradually. There is an event that puts you in the hospital for a long period of time and you’ve gone from being able to handle day-to-day tasks to being a semi invalid. Some recover with physical therapy and some don’t.
One attractive thing about Thailand is that they revere the elderly. I don’t know if that’s the same in the Philippines. Cost is lower in both countries, but you can attract very high quality people in Thailand for elder care.
All of a sudden the Philippines doesn't sound so appealing 😂😳
Yes , there's a lot of crazy stuff that happens in the philippines , but but but
Get reported taking your woman's kids down the street to get ice cream...boom jail..
@@jefftanasse6958Man, now that's some crazy shit 🤨
To someone who will never escape the matrix due to numbed comfort.
@paulclinton6414 Are you talking to me? Dude, I spent 3 years in the Air Force there. I can assure you I know it quite well and I plan on returning. I still have friends there 😂😂😂
All good info .. the fire thing is very very scary
Good video Mike. With regard to your health, It would be a very good idea to get an annual echocardiogram yhat looks at both the heart and carotid arteries. With your comcern regarding strokes, the carotid artery check the cardiologist will determine if you have sny blockages. It is also good to have the annual chemical induced stress test. That will also look at your heart at your maximum heart tate compared to your testing heart rate. I have this done annually and just by coincidence had these tests last Friday. You may have to go to Cebu or Manila for these tests. The most modern equipment is in Thailand. Having these tests annually should help with your fear. Good luck.
Good morning Mike. I have the same concern about fire. Not ready to leave my condo for that exact reason. Not trusting others to be diligent about fire, rice cookers, bbqs etc. I just don't dwell on the negative things that could happen. Best to you and yours
Good morning!
All very valid concerns.
Even if you live a healthy life and live beyond your 90s you will still be set in your ways. So the hard part is having someone who will have the patience to take care of you and tolerate you. That's why even in our late years we need to be able to be patient as well and tolerate the new way of things. Otherwise we'll wind up alone.
Hi Mike, this is Billy. I was there the whole month of February. Did not get upset once until back in the airport in Manila waiting to go home, I’ll tell you they had been 50 people on wheelchairs getting on board ahead of me and others. They end up giving my seat away to some lady in wheelchair. I got upset and raised my voice on the airplane departing Manila and I still feel bad about it. They ended up giving me another extended leg room that i had paid for. 🤗
that seems to be a theme in asian countries. EVERY flight has at least 30 people "suddenly" in wheel chairs that i saw walking around the airport fine before the boarding started.
That's wild sh!t. Wheelchair fraud. Pathetic @@vandinroth
Thank you for sharing your fears with us you mentioned things I actually didn't think about it
can see Mt. Canlaon from my LDR's front yard. been pushing out ashes for a month
Networking is your answer. Hospitals are expensive and it is a business. Prefer to die at home and you are what you eat. Eat healthy food, not US inspired Fast Food. Hubby has good recipes and ingredients are Pinoy. Nice we eat proper bread now better than our local baker or supermarket. I stress he buys Pinoy flour and likes the quality. ₱80 a kilo last a long time.
I was going to make a comment about having no fear of jail because I don't break the law, then you pointed out all the ways I could easily find myself in jail. Realistically though I don't hang in expat areas, I'm just about the wife and kids and I don't go out at night but I do drive and the morons make me crazy.
These are some real facts, I had to bridle my tongue a few times living here
Jeeze Mike, that's a lot of fears! 😱 I'm your age, and I have been living (if you can call it that) in Mexico the last two years. I've only been back to to the US once, and that was to buy a motorcycle and ride it 4,000 miles back into Oaxaca, Mexico. Since then I have lived in several places, and put thousands of miles on my bike. I now have decided to leave, especially since my reason for being in Mexico has packed her bags and went back to Canada. (never again, a western woman) At our age we do tend to focus on things like that ticking clock of time, and our future. At least you have a solid relationship with Janet to count on. Like you I don’t want to end up in a nursing home pushed into a corner. My intention is to live as full a life as possible before I croak. I don't know what the future will bring, but, I cannot let the possibility of what might happen to decide my future. I'll be looking for you in the next few months, I hope to find you well then.
Very sensible words Mike
thanks for sharing
I like beening alone . but I'm not lonely . thanks Mike
Mike I think you said you just learned to ride a scooter. Have good mirrors and train yourself to check them every few seconds. You just scan left right front rear. After a while it becomes second nature. I've been riding in US for 60 years but I would be nervous about riding in PI in heavy traffic.
It's not because you go in an other country that troubles goes away ,the're following us,me too i have fears about getting older ,tank you Mike
I think you have to remember that when choosing to live in a place like the Philippines you are choosing adventure over security. And so all these issues you mention are part of having an adventurous life. You have to keep your adventurous mindset. If at some point it seems that the negatives outweigh the positives then it's time to return to safety/comfort snd ditch the adventure. Or adjust your thinking. Many of the issues you mention can be planned for. Eg. Have fire extinguishers and an exit plan, keep documents in a fireproof safe, move closer to hospitals and transport, stop riding a motorbike and get a car with driver or use taxis, lock up your stuff to prevent theft, excercise and eat healthy, plan on getting a live in helper to look after you when you get old, make sure a trusted person has power of attorney for you do they can access your money if you get too confused to get it. Plan plan plan. Lucky to all the people who can afford to retire before retirement age. In the UK that's now 67! So we don't have as many years as you to live abroad and will be so much older when we start the adventure.
Good video!
Just be careful of sports drinks. Fruit is high in sugar... Pop is a no no.. Fried food is bad..any kind of crackers and chips .....Philippines cook in oil ..not good.health so important.......very good video Mike...enjoy
Real concerns!
Thanks Mike 👍
PH is an awesome place if you are a younger retiree. Yeah there are some quirky things and Mike makes great points in this video. That said, when I get older and if I don’t stay healthy (eating right and exercise) if I can’t afford to go back to the US I’d go to Thailand, Vietnam, or Malaysia (like Penang) where healthcare and infrastructure is much better.
and the visa is harder to deal with in Thailand you need to exit the country every few months
Some legit concerns there. Buying a car or truck would eliminate the fear of a motorcycle accident. Loneliness is a concern if you’re not comfortable being alone. Probably more of a concern for expats in Thailand and Vietnam, due to the language barrier.
thanks for sharing
I am seeing that the Philippines is being hit by a terrible typhoon right now. How is it affecting Dumaguete and Leyte right now?
I do not know about Leyte but just some rain in Dumaguete
Hi Mike
It would be a pleasure to meet you when i get to Manila on Dec 3rd
we are not near Manila
@ i know your close to CEBU
my LDR's brother died in a motorbike accident 2 years ago, her propane gas hose was all cracked and i told her to replace it
Hey Mike, thanks for freaking me out about what I have to worry about when I get there, I am not even there yet, and I think about all the stuff you mentioned, what is your exit plan for typhoons.
I think of Grab as a layer of protection, because there is a way to track your activity. I don't do dumb things like walk 6 blocks down a dark street at 3 AM in the morning, I took a trik. 911 type health care is why I plan to finally settle in a large city.
Just need to remind yourself everyday that you are on foreign land, many thing native people can do but not you. It'll help you control yourself and avoid many troubles. The rest is using your common sense to navigate new environment. JMHO.
Ok, misc BS, I am ASME mechanical engineer. All pressure vessels require testing. Propane tanks in US are stamped with date and are good for 11 years. Testing costs more than the tank, but BUT, an appropriate place won't refill after that date. I'm only guessing, but I would bet that is not an issue in the Philippines
Bill how long is the hose good for?
@robinorga528 they recommend every 5 years, but the hoses are downstream of the regulator so it's low pressure and lasts longer. Inspect and you can always check with soapy water for any leaks, normally leaks will just be at connections.
I got hit from behind on the coastal road in Davao City. My son was on the back of the bike. Ended up in the hospital for a while.
you both ok now?
My plan is to stay there a few months at a time. I’m in my mid fifties now. When my health starts going downhill, then I’ll just won’t go back over there. I don’t think I want to stay there full time, too much to deal with. At my age I’ll just go to have fun. If I meet someone, then who knows……..haha!!!
I've been living and working alone for the last 5+ years. If you're comfortable in your own skin, it's tolerable, if you have emotional issues, you're gonna be in some very deep trouble......
You look very good for being 70 years old! What do you do about medical insurance? Because I am 68 years old!
In my opinion anybody over 60 should not be on a motorcycle in the Philippines.. buying any kind of small car or truck is like buying an insurance policy plus you get air conditioner.. hehe 😮😊
Hi Mik!
My invitation is still valid. you only have to pay for you plaine ticket. Lack of fund that still can be arranged. when you visit Cambodia, your prospective will change about philippines.
jeffrey
ok if I decide to come I will let you know
Thats the realities you must face while alive. Just do things what makes you happy.
true
The number one rule for me is not to mingle too much with Filipinos and foreigners. A quick hi, hello and that’s it. Be respectful at all times and most important don’t break any of their laws. You may not like it but respect it. Been doing that for 13 years and I’m good to go 😊
good advice
do a video of how to properly vest a future mate, that would be interesting
In the Philippines when your not doing anything wrong, you have nothing to fear. What you need to fear is if Filipinos will gonna be fed up watching vloggers online. 😊
Yes mate, they walk amongst us ... I'm 67, and slowly learning to just walk away from wankers ...
Better man than me. I need to bite my tongue
Mike probably doesn’t know what a “wanker” means 😃
@@sentinel80does it mean an a-hole person?
I haven't been around any unless it's a foreigner.
Mike you brought up a lot of good points but your first statement about walking away. Say for example someone was hassled your wife would you as the protector step in ? I’m sure I would if it meant getting jail time. It all comes back to the Kenny Rodgers song. Sometimes you have to fight to be a man
when the time come who know what I would do
If you're scared while riding, don't ride. I ride all over Manila and in Palawan. Never tool along slowly. Many trucks, buses and jeepneys have bad brakes. Stay ahead of the flow and always moving forward. People shouldn't pick the Philippines as their learning ground for riding. Just crazy.
Thats Why I purchased a used little Truck, That bike should be your biggest fear, I have see so many deaths on bikes I lost count in 3 years,
People here drive drunk like everyday, Ambush is pretty normal killing, Most political, or Greed, Not Kidnapping, You just have to manage risks, Fire Smoke detector, Ambush No night time travels or in risk areas, Gas Stove, Put a moisture drop on stove so guts dont Rust out,
Money 3 cards and small stash, Dont hold lot of cash, CT Cameras a must on Cloud, If you build /you build for Disaster, Everything,
God Bless
yes I think it will be what ends everything
How much for a good used Truck?
I've never had issues with long term expats, flippino's,thai's,Khmer, Vietnamese or laotians.But,those twit 3 week warrior/millionaires are dangerous.
I ride a ktm duke around the Philippines and one curious hazard I haven't personally encountered but, heard of stories from others who have is "take one for the family".
There are 73 motorcycle accident in the Philippines every day of those 9 people die. You have to be an experienced driver to be safe over here. No stop light,no stop sign and Virtually no enforcement of the driving laws, they do have checkpoints Where they check paperwork and helmets but many times they don’t even stop you. Traffic moves slow over here 40 mph is considered pretty fast and putting up with slow traffic will constantly aggravate you, but you need to adapt, it is there country. There is a Flow to traffic and when get used to it things gets easier. If you are only visiting use public transportation.
There are announced check points for some reason. People with no license or helmets just drive around tjem if possible. If not announcedthe policeman will have a cousin he tells and after that everyone knows. If you want to keep a secret here, do not tell a soul. The people here can not keep from opening their mouths about anything!
thanks for sharing. Just not sure about your facts your sayin 15% of motorbike accidents lead to someone being killed! and only 73 a day I see 2 or 3 everyday when I'm out and they are very minor. Facts tell me how you came up with the numbers
Mike, good video. End of life is a big burden to place on your wife. She says that she will be the one. I don't know if I could put her through that Mike.
well what would you do?
Mike has been very good to Janet and her family. She considers Mike a blessing, not a burden.
good video
Well.... That was depressing. Now it's 11.
But seriously. The older we get , the harder it is to keep our head in the sand.
Good topics you talking about
One, I'm in US have had a house fire. Amazon has fire blankets, need one for each location, close but far enough away so you don't endanger yourself. I live in country, volunteer fire department, love where I live but I know at some point need to be in city, I'll die from heart attack long b4 VFD can respond. In US, I will never ride cycle again. I drive Lincoln towncar and still, everyone else is driving truck or SUV 3 feet taller. Buy a Uninterruptable power supply for storms. Midwest, South, I'm used to losing power for a day or so. If younare high and dry, you can at least charge phones and know what's going on.
I am thinking about having second home, at the least I would bite the bullet, pay the duties and import fire blankets, CO/smoke detectors, Tesla or Generac power wall
Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” SEND LECHON
I can't remember where they ate pork anyplace in the bible. Old or new testament, King James version.
AMEN
thanks for sharing
Mike, I am a retiree who lives in a Chicago suburb. Just want to tell you about a couple of my living expenses here. There’s just my wife and I. Effective January 1, 2025 our medical insurance premiums will be $1,202.00 per month. We have an 1100 square foot house. Our property tax is $5,700.00 per year. Regardless of what our government says about inflation being under control. It’s a lie. Inflation is very bad here.
And it's about to get worse.
@@dumaguetedreaming
You bet it is. I certainly agree with you.
I fully understand your health care concerns. I live in the U.S. and just 1 1/2 miles from a world class hospital. Four years ago at 2 am I had a hard time breathing. I woke my wife and told her I had to go to the hospital emergency room. I drove to the hospital. When I stepped out of my car I couldn’t take one step. My wife went inside of the emergency and summoned help. I was taken by wheelchair to the emergency room where I was admitted to the hospital. I was 82 years old at the time. I had double pneumonia and my heart arteries were 90 percent clogged. The surgeon told me before he operated on me “when I operate on you, your kidneys may shut down, you may have a stroke and you may die”. After the open heart surgery my kidneys shut down. I was put on dialysis. Luckily after 3 weeks my kidneys started back. 6 weeks in the hospital and my hospital bills were $450,000. Luckily I have good insurance that paid it all. Just wanted to tell you my story because this is how fast an emergency can happen.
Exactly. Phillipines is too dangerous. No 911. Little medical care if you do arrive at hospital.
You’re extremely lucky…. Driving oneself to the H is never a good idea to drive yourself because when you walk to the car, you put a load of on your lungs and your heart. The best thing to do is sit down bolt upright call 911 and have them carry you out to the ambulance and to the hospital,
your arteries being 90% clogged usually results in a massive heart attack and you’re very lucky to be alive and that you didn’t have a sudden collapse resulting in a cardiac arrest most cardiac arrest when resuscitation efforts are performed after the age of 70 , the majority of people do not live ,you’re very lucky congratulations.
It’s a lottery win being off of dialysis ,that is a bad life having to go three times a week, but it does keep a person
Thank you for your story
@@abeneufeld9690
Thank you for your comments. I agree with every one of them. I am very lucky to be alive and doing well.
Thankfully you pulled through it. The hospital bill was astronomical - fortunately your insurance covered it. Why didn't your wife drive you to the hospital ... is she incapacitated?
Your situation leading up to the emergency was brewing a long time my friend, the sudden emergency was your body saying enough.
Mike, I'm in mindanao. For the most part it's as safe here as it is anywhere.
Elliott was warned countless times to stop what he was doing and make right his wrongs.
He ignored the warnings and continued lending money on the 5-6
thanks for sharing
Re the long term illness consider hiring a live in helper/nurse. That would be very affordable in the Philippines
You are never alone when you have God. Get God. Get Jesus. ✝️😇
HI MIKE , This was a good video.
I think the #1 fear I have is the MEDICAL CARE THERE , even in MANILA , unless you live near to a hospital , the traffic or lack of transport can KILL YOU.
Well a few things on the other side of the coin , HERE IN THE USA , YES we DO have good hospitals BUT I have seen traffic where an ambulance CAN NOT GET THRU , a lot is due to people not moving over or no shoulders...
If you follow the new here in USA , THINGS ARE WORSE THAN EVER , I don t mean just the economy but more IMPORTANT IS THE RISE IN CRIME...
Lastly , FORGET DATING HERE...
I enjoy all your videos , give my best to JANET and be safe.
GOD BLESS CIAO
thanks for watching and your comment
#11 the long con game, house in her name and she knows all passwords, you end up floating face down
You never ever want to go to jail in a foreign country. Remember, you are not in your country so don't act like you would in your own country. One more thing, I would never ride a motorcycle, I have seen too many people hurt on motorcycle
If an expat loses access to his money because a health issue such as a stroke or other problem leaves his brain in a degraded state, what would be the recourse being in such a far away foreign country? Perhaps if he had a power of attorney in place ahead of time? But if not, what would be a solution?
I heard you can hire police officers as a a securiyt escort. Is that true?
off duty why not?
Back in the 80's I did flight risk escort from Subic to Angeles to put military prisoners on a flights back to the US, 90 percent of the time it was Drugs and Violence that was the cause. Just keep your hands to yourself no matter what, better to get a little roughed up by tolerating some shoving and punching than spending a year or 2 in jail. Also just stay away from the southern part of Mindanao, it has been trouble since the 80's.
Duterte cleaned it all up I have a house in cod. No problems I was in Cagayan in the early eighties when it was watch full becoz of kidnappings . I never had any troubles but my brother in laws were usually with me.i also lived up in San Fabian Tarlac and never had problems.. I treat people the way I want to be treated and especially in PI Respect all day long.i live in North America now but still have a house in Mindanao. Like every where the prices have gone up and with Musk over there in Palawan everything will improve All Eyes are on Philippines which will help in every way for the people God Bless
Yeah if it wasn't the NPA or the coup attempt it was the Victory liners flying off cliffs or Volcanoes. We had to blow everything on Clark because the ash was so heavy they were afraid the building would fall on the squatters living in them. I look back now and it seems so chaotic, but when I was there it was all just normal.
In 2008, I was visiting the family of my Filipina in the Philippines. My girlfriend lived already many years in Canada. Her piece of land was taken away from her brother without her consent! She did send the tax money and the brother claimed it because “he paid the tax”. Anyway. I got in contact with a lawyer for her. “Well. It’s done. She lives n Canada anyway….” And then he gave me an advice as a foreigner: “YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES. You get into an accident, even if you don’t drive, it’s your fault! Think about that before you decide to move into a country where foreigners have no rights.” That closed the story on retirement in the Philippines for me suddenly. I do live now in Panama. I did buy legally a piece of land under my name. I’m building a house what will be my house. Nobody can take it away from me without my consent. Asia is very nice. For holidays ONLY!
Thanks for sharing
I think it's most important what you eat..less meats, just eating less is healthy
Feel alone is much worse than the fear of any other i think, nobody talk to. In 2022 i was in manila airport no phone working and my creditcard had been blovked, things get solved , so i dont fear that.
Thanks for sharing 2022 was right after covid