Good informative video. You’re on point in all the issues you mentioned. I just got back in SDiego from a month stay in the Philippines. I have been traveling frequently back and forth doing a dry run if I could adapt to the new environment where I plan to retire. I spent a considerable amount of money building a modern, comfortable home in the province which is about a 3 hour drive from Makati. The house has a nice front yard garden and a backyard where I plan to do some vegetable gardening. There are roosters around the neighborhood which don’t really bother me and well, dogs that do! I always have earplugs ready on such barking occasions! Took me sometime to adapt to their banking system. I’m fairly in good health thankfully and hopefully stay that way. My house is about a good 30 minute drive to beaches and resorts. The local markets have fresh seafoods, and vegetables and a constant supply of pork and chicken meat. I’m a travel and a culinary enthusiast and enjoy going to wet markets. Full body massage for more than an hour costs 10 usd. I have a househelper that cleans and does the laundry for 100 usd a month. She’s also a great cook. The Philippines will always be home to me and this is where I plan to live the rest of my life.
Great move on the dry runs. I am the same way with the local wet markets; enjoy shopping in them and cooking food. The full body massages for $10 are awesome! You have a nice setup my friend. More good health and blessings your way. Take care.
Hey Gino! We really enjoyed that video. Truly appreciate the passion in your voice. From people that have gone through what you were talking about it’s a very realistic mind set. Also- no fluff to that super real talk about banking and lines and karaoke 🎤 😂 Stay Blessed to you and the family🙏🏽
Good advice Gino. Thanks for sharing. BTW, belated Happy Birthday to the USAF! We’re 76 years into the greatest fighting air service in the world! God Bless. Looking forward to our visit in November. Rick
@@dazeltv1351 Someone once told me that the fly-fly boys always think they are better than everyone else but that's because they always have their heads in the clouds. 🤣
@@horacesubayar794 Haha...I think it comes from our pilots. Most pilots give off that arrogant and cocky vibe. Enlisted troops are just like any other enlisted.
This is all great information. Thank you! I am a new subscriber. I do spend a lot of time there doing Mission Work. Cebu and Davao City, as well as, others for 11 years. You are right on Sir. I am a Police Officer in the US
I have visited the country once before, and traveled all over & enjoyed all those problems, lol. I tend to be an impatient person only because I live in the United States of America! People are jerks, rude, and makes everyone frustrated. Also, all those issues you mentioned are irrelevant, at least to me, when I am in, no rush. In America, everyone is in a rush to get to work, to get to the bank, to get to the show, etc.. I’ll be retiring outside of Manila in about a year and a half with my Filipino wife. We’ve been together for 30+ years, I’ve lived around Filipinos most of my adult life now and I am ready for the challenge. Lol. Great points though for people that are unfamiliar or expecting to live like they do in the US that’s not gonna happen. I’m looking forward to slower more relaxed times with no Internet, couple of roosters won’t bother me. Long as I have some cold San Mig or Red Hoarse with some music and some shade. I’ll be cool!
You will do great in retirement in the Philippines! You already have the right attitude about the Philippines. I think that makes such a difference in enjoying retirement here. It is a slower pace of life; island living is what I call it. A few cold San Migs definitely doesn't hurt. :)
I have been to the Philippines five times and this is a very accurate description of how life is there, take note as this is valuable information, well done, excellent video, thanks .
You're welcome my friend. We have an emergency fund on $6,000 because the most we would spend on a medical emergency is $4,000 a year. We wanted an extra $2,000 for incidentals. A medical emergency is the biggest expense we can think of. $6,000 would be a good emergency fund.
Ginno thanks for the info. Billy here hey I’ve been there in February of 2024, loved it period the weather, water people sure the traffic sucked but my plan is fly to Mactan Cebu and stay to get acclimated and immigration visit. Again thanks my friend, hope you’re doing well !
Really wanted to retire in the PI since my wife and I have kids and grandkids there. I have to see how I can adapt to the environment or find some work arounds or creature comforts. I always have a difficult time sleeping with roosters at 3 am. I think condos can drown out the noise but then they are super tight to be cooped up in all day.
With your kids and grandkids being here; that would be incentive enough to put up with a few inconveniences. That is why it is a good idea to test it out first and not over commit to the Philippines. It will give you an opportunity to try some work arounds or creature comforts.
@@dazeltv1351 I think I should give at least one year to be fair to the process and see if me as a foreigner can live there permanently. The longest I have lived there was 4 months before the pandemic in Quezon City…the traffic was extra frustrating.
Giving it a year is a very smart plan. I understand your frustration with traffic in Quezon City. I avoid Manila at all cost; I don’t go there unless I really have to.
If you live and retire in the province, there will be a lot of inconveniences, that's why I live in Makati, it's more expensive, but I have all the conveniences of a modern city. Best medical services, high speed internet, no roosters and stray dogs, good banking services, no brownouts, no floods etc. If you want to retire and have western conveniences move to Makati City, BGC, maybe Cebu City IT Park.
You planned your retirement well. Many expats I’ve met don’t have the funds to retire in those areas. They came to the Philippines to avoid the high cost of living in their home country.
If people are in a hurry, the Philippines ain't the place to go. LOL! BAck in the day I have never heard of stray dogs - coz they will be on the menu. Now, dog-eating is frowned upon now I am hearing. But I am sure - some few still enjoy their delicacy. Looking good, Gino! My regards to Dazel too!
I 1,000% agree on medical coverage and of course everything else you said. I actually saw an American expat stated on a Facebook page that don't need insurance. He stated, if he had to he would drag himself on an airplane if he had a stroke or heart problems and get care through the VA in America. I have noticed a huge change of the type of expat American. The majority now seem to be expats who hate the American government and are rather anti rules. Folks like me, retired military with Filipina wife of 42 years returning to settle seem to be the minority. Those looking to escape seem to be the majority. I will also note, i noticed the TH-camrs that are predominantly doing Angeles City walking street do very well. Sad.
I noticed that too Sir! I will always be grateful to the life that I have now because of America. America is not perfect; but still one of the best countries in the world. Yes; it is sad that there are still places like walking street.
Most American will not be able to adapt, base on what you mentioned, i know i won't , good video, should be a requiremtent for anyone who is in a LDR, weight the pro& Con and know what your getting into.
I’ve visited the Philippines 3 different times for 1 month each. I’ve never tried to stay in province. I stayed in cities that were more like cities in America. I definitely agree with everything you said about retiring in PI. I myself find all the things you discussed are things I have issues with. I enjoy the Pi in moderation. So I will continue to visit on a limited basis. Touring Palawan for a Month is very enjoyable and Cebu was fun for a month.
Do not retire to the Philippines if you need certain medications, even some common generic medications are not to be found in the Philippines. Also, you will need to research different names for the drug, they might only know it by a European or Indian brand name. Do not retire in the Philippines if you are use to shopping in a Walmart for all your needs and want the convenience of buying a basket full of everything from food, over the counter drugs, clothes, home and garden, as well as auto under one roof. Sure they have S&R which is Costco like, but not exactly the same and not conveniently located in many areas. Also there are no store isle's full of over the counter drugs, you will have to go stand in line at the Pharmacy and ask if they have it, they will sell you one pill at time, and many times won't have it in stock. Sorry sir, no stock. Do not retire in the Philippines if you are a veteran and need healthcare from the VA, because they take "service connected" to literally mean only "service connected" Sorry you can't get your prescriptions for related but non service connected disabilities. Don't come to the Philippines if you think they can speak English, they can but sometimes you just can't understand and they can't understand you. Yankee go home, haha.... Don't retire in the Philippines unless you have lived in the southern United States and enjoy the heat and humidity of a summer day, it's summer everyday and every night. Oh well that is my two cents for being here five months this trip. I am still a newbie, trying to figure it all out.
Very good points my friend! It’s good for people to know these information I think before they decide to retire in Philippines. There are a lot of conveniences that people have to be willing to give up when moving to a less developed country.
Not having roosters around will not be a normal Filipinos village life. We remember what time it is when we hears the roosters crows.. Part of what it stands for is our culture and what it means to be Filipino. It's as if Filipinos lost what it means to be Filipino without the sound of roosters crowing in the quiet country life. It is part of being Filipinos, and love it.
Maan, this sound like a lot of grievances, karaoke, roosters and dogs all the time, yeah, good to put this thing into consideration, power failures at night, well i don't need air conditioning, but still, going to the bathroom with a flashlight will suffice, the saving part is a good one, who i the right mind will move to another country, with less than $20,000 in savings, not a good idea, specially of you are over 60!!
100% legit Dont forget the hilarious government red tape. I call it the Philippines shuffle. To get my driver license converted took visiting 3 lto offices and 2 visits that turned me away due to lack of documentation even though first visit person gave me the list i needed second person said i needed another form so third time i passed document window only able to finally get the driver license but they then said i needed to come back as the person who does the convert only there on Monday. You just smile and giggle. My other favorite is 20 people in line at check out and only 2 out of 10 registers open but 20 workers just sitting around chit chatting. 45 min later you threw the line. Also today on my walk 3 dead kittens on the path something i see weekly today shocked to see 3 all necks twisted and tossed. But sure the person saw them suffering took pitty to them and ended it. If your a huge animal lover the stray dog and cat suffering will eat ya up.
I’ve been there my friend. The last time I renewed my license; I had to come back the next day because the only person that signs off on the license was on leave. I like how they pass you from window to window and how each window has a line. :) Our LTO also does not have air conditioning; gets hot fast because we are packed in their like sardines. It’s more fun in the Philippines. 😃
Kareoke 24 / 7 many times i coudn't sleep because some Ignorant yayhoo who cannot sing blaring the sound, I'm an expat, I'm tired of the Philippines I'm gonna back to the USA, I have a $8300 dollar pension no bills, doing very well.
Not having money never stopped people there. Many got it really bad - but they survive. They get by and are very happy despite... LOL! I love it there - There are plenty firearms there and you can own them legally. They regulate the long ones heavily but pistols are all over. Just be a lawful citizen and be okay. But you are correct - if you get caught w/ a firearm w/o the permit - some 20 years of jail last time I looked.
People survive with so much less here. I just don’t any trouble owning a gun. Law enforcement here have been known to be overly aggressive when they see a civilian with a gun.
Hi guys, always appreciative of all your info about the Philippines even if they are negative. I am glad you made those points because, with my personality, I don't think it will be a wise decision to retire there but who knows what the future has in store for us. However, we still regard the Philippines as a friendly tropical paradise that is worth visiting, especially with our extremely great friends like Dazel and you along with your extended family. Take care our friends and hopefully, we'll meet in person someday. Love you guys always.
It is a big adjustment for anyone coming from America or western country to retire in the Philippines. It was easy for me because I was so happy I no longer had to work. For me, I was willing to adapt to how life is here as long as I didn’t have to work anymore. And being in a tropical paradise helped. We are so looking to meet you both in person someday. Love you both!
Of u don't have lots of money. I am having to admit I am a damned old foolish fool for coming and staying here. Now I can t get out of her ....embahada wont help me either. Oh what a fool i was....or am.
Yes; I have dual citizenship. But gun laws are super strict here; mostly law enforcement and military are allowed to carry guns. Possession of firearms carry 1-5 year minimum jail time here.
My plan is to join them. I'll have more roosters than any neighbor within a km. I'll have the largest pack of loose dogs in the hood, and the biggest. I'll have the loudest karaoke machine within 2 km so when I can't sleep I get start belting out some songs I like. Maybe start a party of my own. For driving I think I'll be hiring an assistant to do the driving and I don't have to park. I've noticed even here in the US dog owners don't seem to mind their dog barking all day. Assume it's true for roosters too.
Hi Ginno and DAZEL it's Your friend Ray from California ,Karaoke was invented in the philippines So I have been Told ! Great Video and information My BROTHER Ginno I Get Enough Money Save up I plan to Visit The Philippines and Look Up my Friends Like You and DAZEL. I Will Decide Later after I have experienced the country Weather I want to Live THERE. The Big problem here in the United States is everything is so Expensive and Unless You are making over $4000 a month it is almost impossible to survive. That being Said I Wish You BOTH and your Family a Wounderful Blessed Day and May GOD Continue To Bless You My BROTHER Ginno 😇🙏😇
Dazel and I would be happy to host you our friend. I have talked to friends in the U.S. and they have told me that cost of living is getting out of hand. Have a wonderful day! Take care and God bless.
@@kinglionma As long as you know what to expect when you retire here and are prepared to adjust; you will be fine. Key is to be adaptable and lots of patience. Your first year will test you. Just always remember, you are retired. You have all the time you need to take your time. No need to rush anything.
Seriously suggest you retitle your video to reflect proper context. It should be "Do not retire/move to the Philippines 'IF or unless' ". Just a constructive suggestion from an expat living happily in your lovely country!
You made a very comprehensive list. Good job.
Thank you my friend.
Good informative video. You’re on point in all the issues you mentioned. I just got back in SDiego from a month stay in the Philippines. I have been traveling frequently back and forth doing a dry run if I could adapt to the new environment where I plan to retire. I spent a considerable amount of money building a modern, comfortable home in the province which is about a 3 hour drive from Makati. The house has a nice front yard garden and a backyard where I plan to do some vegetable gardening. There are roosters around the neighborhood which don’t really bother me and well, dogs that do! I always have earplugs ready on such barking occasions! Took me sometime to adapt to their banking system. I’m fairly in good health thankfully and hopefully stay that way. My house is about a good 30 minute drive to beaches and resorts. The local markets have fresh seafoods, and vegetables and a constant supply of pork and chicken meat. I’m a travel and a culinary enthusiast and enjoy going to wet markets. Full body massage for more than an hour costs 10 usd. I have a househelper that cleans and does the laundry for 100 usd a month. She’s also a great cook. The Philippines will always be home to me and this is where I plan to live the rest of my life.
Great move on the dry runs. I am the same way with the local wet markets; enjoy shopping in them and cooking food. The full body massages for $10 are awesome! You have a nice setup my friend. More good health and blessings your way. Take care.
Hey Gino!
We really enjoyed that video. Truly appreciate the passion in your voice.
From people that have gone through what you were talking about it’s a very realistic mind set.
Also- no fluff to that super real talk about banking and lines and karaoke 🎤 😂
Stay Blessed to you and the family🙏🏽
Thank you my friends. Take care.
Good advice. Thanks Ginno. 😊👍
You’re welcome my friend.
@@dazeltv1351❤
Good advice Gino. Thanks for sharing. BTW, belated Happy Birthday to the USAF! We’re 76 years into the greatest fighting air service in the world! God Bless. Looking forward to our visit in November. Rick
Aim High…Fly-Fight-Win! Excited for you my friend; you will have a great time! Take care and God bless.
@@dazeltv1351 Someone once told me that the fly-fly boys always think they are better than everyone else but that's because they always have their heads in the clouds. 🤣
@@horacesubayar794 Haha...I think it comes from our pilots. Most pilots give off that arrogant and cocky vibe. Enlisted troops are just like any other enlisted.
This is all great information. Thank you! I am a new subscriber. I do spend a lot of time there doing Mission Work. Cebu and Davao City, as well as, others for 11 years. You are right on Sir. I am a Police Officer in the US
Thank you for subscribing Sir! Dazel and I enjoyed our trip to Cebu last year. Hoping to visit Davao City in 2024.
Hey you are looking good. The burns and scars are gone and you have gained some weight back now. Keep healing fast!
Thank you my friend.
Good advice, Gino! Appreciate your boots on the ground experiences...You know the deal...
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Thank you my friend!
I have visited the country once before, and traveled all over & enjoyed all those problems, lol. I tend to be an impatient person only because I live in the United States of America! People are jerks, rude, and makes everyone frustrated. Also, all those issues you mentioned are irrelevant, at least to me, when I am in, no rush. In America, everyone is in a rush to get to work, to get to the bank, to get to the show, etc.. I’ll be retiring outside of Manila in about a year and a half with my Filipino wife. We’ve been together for 30+ years, I’ve lived around Filipinos most of my adult life now and I am ready for the challenge. Lol. Great points though for people that are unfamiliar or expecting to live like they do in the US that’s not gonna happen. I’m looking forward to slower more relaxed times with no Internet, couple of roosters won’t bother me. Long as I have some cold San Mig or Red Hoarse with some music and some shade. I’ll be cool!
You will do great in retirement in the Philippines! You already have the right attitude about the Philippines. I think that makes such a difference in enjoying retirement here. It is a slower pace of life; island living is what I call it. A few cold San Migs definitely doesn't hurt. :)
I have been to the Philippines five times and this is a very accurate description of how life is there, take note as this is valuable information, well done, excellent video, thanks .
Thank you my friend.
Good advice.
Thank you my friend.
Thank you for a very helpful video! I was wondering how much would you recommend for an emergency fund? Thank you 😊
You're welcome my friend. We have an emergency fund on $6,000 because the most we would spend on a medical emergency is $4,000 a year. We wanted an extra $2,000 for incidentals. A medical emergency is the biggest expense we can think of. $6,000 would be a good emergency fund.
Great info, you have TO ADAPT to the culture and country not the other way around. Now im re-thinking of retiiring the in the Philippines. 😅😅😅
Thank you my friend.
Great video, hopefully some folks listen to you.
Thank you my friend.
I love the Philippines! Coming here was the best choice I ever made!
Was the best choice for me too my friend!
Ginno thanks for the info. Billy here hey I’ve been there in February of 2024, loved it period the weather, water people sure the traffic sucked but my plan is fly to Mactan Cebu and stay to get acclimated and immigration visit. Again thanks my friend, hope you’re doing well !
@@billlloyd9755 You’re welcome my friend. Mactan, Cebu is a nice area to get acclimated in the Philippines. I am doing well; recovery going good!
All very true..but very much depends where you live. You can avoid most of it - apart from the waiting and paperwork!
Yes; we’ve been able to avoid some of it since moving into our gated community.
Really wanted to retire in the PI since my wife and I have kids and grandkids there. I have to see how I can adapt to the environment or find some work arounds or creature comforts. I always have a difficult time sleeping with roosters at 3 am. I think condos can drown out the noise but then they are super tight to be cooped up in all day.
With your kids and grandkids being here; that would be incentive enough to put up with a few inconveniences. That is why it is a good idea to test it out first and not over commit to the Philippines. It will give you an opportunity to try some work arounds or creature comforts.
@@dazeltv1351 I think I should give at least one year to be fair to the process and see if me as a foreigner can live there permanently. The longest I have lived there was 4 months before the pandemic in Quezon City…the traffic was extra frustrating.
Giving it a year is a very smart plan. I understand your frustration with traffic in Quezon City. I avoid Manila at all cost; I don’t go there unless I really have to.
Hmm, do they have Frank Zappa Karioke? Time to learn some new songs! 🙂 Great info! I figure if I can't sing I can play blues harmonica.
I’m sure you can find some Frank Zappa karaoke. Most can’t really sing; they just enjoy karaoke. 😁 Blues harmonica would be a hit here!
Looking healthy kuya
Thank you my friend.
If you live and retire in the province, there will be a lot of inconveniences, that's why I live in Makati, it's more expensive, but I have all the conveniences of a modern city. Best medical services, high speed internet, no roosters and stray dogs, good banking services, no brownouts, no floods etc. If you want to retire and have western conveniences move to Makati City, BGC, maybe Cebu City IT Park.
You planned your retirement well. Many expats I’ve met don’t have the funds to retire in those areas. They came to the Philippines to avoid the high cost of living in their home country.
Then why did you come to here ?
If people are in a hurry, the Philippines ain't the place to go. LOL! BAck in the day I have never heard of stray dogs - coz they will be on the menu. Now, dog-eating is frowned upon now I am hearing. But I am sure - some few still enjoy their delicacy. Looking good, Gino! My regards to Dazel too!
Thank you my friend.
Good stuff G.
Thank you my friend!
My GF lives in Digos City. She is a widow. Her water is off daily from 9 am to 2 pm daily. We learned to deal with it.
Same with Dazel and I; we learned to adapt to the inconveniences of daily life in the Philippines. The good far outweighs the bad for us.
I 1,000% agree on medical coverage and of course everything else you said.
I actually saw an American expat stated on a Facebook page that don't need insurance. He stated, if he had to he would drag himself on an airplane if he had a stroke or heart problems and get care through the VA in America.
I have noticed a huge change of the type of expat American. The majority now seem to be expats who hate the American government and are rather anti rules. Folks like me, retired military with Filipina wife of 42 years returning to settle seem to be the minority. Those looking to escape seem to be the majority. I will also note, i noticed the TH-camrs that are predominantly doing Angeles City walking street do very well. Sad.
I noticed that too Sir! I will always be grateful to the life that I have now because of America. America is not perfect; but still one of the best countries in the world. Yes; it is sad that there are still places like walking street.
@@dazeltv1351 still awaiting for a special TH-cam I think should be called; The lasagna special! 😄😄
@@mgysgtk8835 I hope to be able to eat a big meal again soon. Definitely will call it the Lasagna Special! 😂
Sounds liike the best "reality check" I've heard.
Thank you my friend.
A rooster crowing at 2:00 a.m. Boy, these birds are now waking up earlier.
That is why I can see how some people get really annoyed by them. I grew up around them as a little kid; so they have never bothered me.
Most American will not be able to adapt, base on what you mentioned, i know i won't , good video, should be a requiremtent for anyone who is in a LDR, weight the pro& Con and know what your getting into.
Thank you my friend. Many get to the Philippines and don’t know what they are getting into.
I’ve visited the Philippines 3 different times for 1 month each. I’ve never tried to stay in province. I stayed in cities that were more like cities in America. I definitely agree with everything you said about retiring in PI. I myself find all the things you discussed are things I have issues with. I enjoy the Pi in moderation. So I will continue to visit on a limited basis. Touring Palawan for a Month is very enjoyable and Cebu was fun for a month.
Your strategy of moderation is the best way to enjoy the Philippines. One month of vacation in any of the many islands is enjoyable.
You looking good Gino! Good outline of why you should retire in the PH. I agree to all of them. Mabuhay!
Thank you my friend!
You Hit it out of the park lol I agree with you
Thank you my friend.
Good video!
Thank you our friend!
Legit points Ginno, I was getting angry watching your VID. 🤣🤣🤣Thanks much.
Thank you my friend. Haha…didn’t mean to get you riled up. 😂
Ginno, I am cool 😎
@@Sal_Joy I know you are cool my friend.
Do not retire to the Philippines if you need certain medications, even some common generic medications are not to be found in the Philippines. Also, you will need to research different names for the drug, they might only know it by a European or Indian brand name. Do not retire in the Philippines if you are use to shopping in a Walmart for all your needs and want the convenience of buying a basket full of everything from food, over the counter drugs, clothes, home and garden, as well as auto under one roof. Sure they have S&R which is Costco like, but not exactly the same and not conveniently located in many areas. Also there are no store isle's full of over the counter drugs, you will have to go stand in line at the Pharmacy and ask if they have it, they will sell you one pill at time, and many times won't have it in stock. Sorry sir, no stock. Do not retire in the Philippines if you are a veteran and need healthcare from the VA, because they take "service connected" to literally mean only "service connected" Sorry you can't get your prescriptions for related but non service connected disabilities. Don't come to the Philippines if you think they can speak English, they can but sometimes you just can't understand and they can't understand you. Yankee go home, haha.... Don't retire in the Philippines unless you have lived in the southern United States and enjoy the heat and humidity of a summer day, it's summer everyday and every night. Oh well that is my two cents for being here five months this trip. I am still a newbie, trying to figure it all out.
Very good points my friend! It’s good for people to know these information I think before they decide to retire in Philippines. There are a lot of conveniences that people have to be willing to give up when moving to a less developed country.
Not having roosters around will not be a normal Filipinos village life. We remember what time it is when we hears the roosters crows.. Part of what it stands for is our culture and what it means to be Filipino. It's as if Filipinos lost what it means to be Filipino without the sound of roosters crowing in the quiet country life. It is part of being Filipinos, and love it.
I know what you mean. When I am in a country setting; out in a rice field or a remote beach, I enjoy the sound of roosters. Gets me closer to nature.
Maan, this sound like a lot of grievances, karaoke, roosters and dogs all the time, yeah, good to put this thing into consideration, power failures at night, well i don't need air conditioning, but still, going to the bathroom with a flashlight will suffice, the saving part is a good one, who i the right mind will move to another country, with less than $20,000 in savings, not a good idea, specially of you are over 60!!
It’s getting common now to see expats asking for money because they are in the hospital and can’t pay their bill.
@@dazeltv1351 yeah, if you don’t have a minimum of $20 to 30,000 on the side for eventualities, you better of staying in your home country!!
100% legit Dont forget the hilarious government red tape. I call it the Philippines shuffle. To get my driver license converted took visiting 3 lto offices and 2 visits that turned me away due to lack of documentation even though first visit person gave me the list i needed second person said i needed another form so third time i passed document window only able to finally get the driver license but they then said i needed to come back as the person who does the convert only there on Monday. You just smile and giggle. My other favorite is 20 people in line at check out and only 2 out of 10 registers open but 20 workers just sitting around chit chatting. 45 min later you threw the line. Also today on my walk 3 dead kittens on the path something i see weekly today shocked to see 3 all necks twisted and tossed. But sure the person saw them suffering took pitty to them and ended it. If your a huge animal lover the stray dog and cat suffering will eat ya up.
I’ve been there my friend. The last time I renewed my license; I had to come back the next day because the only person that signs off on the license was on leave. I like how they pass you from window to window and how each window has a line. :) Our LTO also does not have air conditioning; gets hot fast because we are packed in their like sardines. It’s more fun in the Philippines. 😃
Kareoke 24 / 7 many times i coudn't sleep because some Ignorant yayhoo who cannot sing blaring the sound, I'm an expat, I'm tired of the Philippines I'm gonna back to the USA, I have a $8300 dollar pension no bills, doing very well.
Not having money never stopped people there. Many got it really bad - but they survive. They get by and are very happy despite... LOL! I love it there - There are plenty firearms there and you can own them legally. They regulate the long ones heavily but pistols are all over. Just be a lawful citizen and be okay. But you are correct - if you get caught w/ a firearm w/o the permit - some 20 years of jail last time I looked.
People survive with so much less here. I just don’t any trouble owning a gun. Law enforcement here have been known to be overly aggressive when they see a civilian with a gun.
Hi guys, always appreciative of all your info about the Philippines even if they are negative. I am glad you made those points because, with my personality, I don't think it will be a wise decision to retire there but who knows what the future has in store for us. However, we still regard the Philippines as a friendly tropical paradise that is worth visiting, especially with our extremely great friends like Dazel and you along with your extended family. Take care our friends and hopefully, we'll meet in person someday. Love you guys always.
It is a big adjustment for anyone coming from America or western country to retire in the Philippines. It was easy for me because I was so happy I no longer had to work. For me, I was willing to adapt to how life is here as long as I didn’t have to work anymore. And being in a tropical paradise helped. We are so looking to meet you both in person someday. Love you both!
Of u don't have lots of money. I am having to admit I am a damned old foolish fool for coming and staying here. Now I can t get out of her ....embahada wont help me either. Oh what a fool i was....or am.
Nothing foolish about following a dream. Sometimes, things just don’t workout.
Very poignant! Thank you for calling it for what it is...
You’re welcome my friend!
Great information Gino! I thought you were a Philippine Citizen, and believe you could own a gun. Do you have dual citizenship?
Yes; I have dual citizenship. But gun laws are super strict here; mostly law enforcement and military are allowed to carry guns. Possession of firearms carry 1-5 year minimum jail time here.
you forgot about dealing with people borrowing money from you, dealing with the drinking and partying, etc
Yes; people borrowing money. I’ve been burned a few times lending money.
My plan is to join them. I'll have more roosters than any neighbor within a km. I'll have the largest pack of loose dogs in the hood, and the biggest. I'll have the loudest karaoke machine within 2 km so when I can't sleep I get start belting out some songs I like. Maybe start a party of my own. For driving I think I'll be hiring an assistant to do the driving and I don't have to park.
I've noticed even here in the US dog owners don't seem to mind their dog barking all day. Assume it's true for roosters too.
Haha…too funny my friend.
Here in the US all the hospitals are filled with the most compliant phillapino doctors and nurses. You saying it's not the same in the Philippines
All I said was don’t retire in the Philippines if you don’t have medical insurance. Filipino doctors and nurses here are the same in the U.S.
Hi Ginno and DAZEL it's Your friend Ray from California ,Karaoke was invented in the philippines So I have been Told ! Great Video and information My BROTHER Ginno I Get Enough Money Save up I plan to Visit The Philippines and Look Up my Friends Like You and DAZEL. I Will Decide Later after I have experienced the country Weather I want to Live THERE. The Big problem here in the United States is everything is so Expensive and Unless You are making over $4000 a month it is almost impossible to survive. That being Said I Wish You BOTH and your Family a Wounderful Blessed Day and May GOD Continue To Bless You My BROTHER Ginno 😇🙏😇
Dazel and I would be happy to host you our friend. I have talked to friends in the U.S. and they have told me that cost of living is getting out of hand. Have a wonderful day! Take care and God bless.
Well...youre always free to leave..no hard feelings
No reason to leave; enjoying my retirement in the Philippines. Just wanted people thinking of retirement to the Philippines know what to expect.
Yes indeed, i don't know, why he is sending back to the U.S@@dazeltv1351
you make me worry
Didn’t mean to make you worry my friend. Just wanted people to be aware about what they are up against when they decide to retire in the Philippines.
@@dazeltv1351 cause l plan to retire in iloilo.the house built on progress
@@kinglionma As long as you know what to expect when you retire here and are prepared to adjust; you will be fine. Key is to be adaptable and lots of patience. Your first year will test you. Just always remember, you are retired. You have all the time you need to take your time. No need to rush anything.
Seriously suggest you retitle your video to reflect proper context. It should be "Do not retire/move to the Philippines 'IF or unless' ". Just a constructive suggestion from an expat living happily in your lovely country!
Will do my friend. Thank you for the suggestion.