Three Biggest Dangers to Foreigners in the Philippines
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My opinion on the three biggest dangers foreigners face in the Philippines. Just don't quote me....
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I would like to say that of my 25 years in Cebu that 'ice' is the first to be careful of. My self and a few others have been unbelievable sick from ice. I don't use ice and always order my drinks without ice.
I stayed in cebu for 6 months I nearly drowned, had a jeepney accident, had malaria, got beat up in the city, stuck in a typhoon on a ferry, had stds, poisoned, attacked by wild dogs, and there was a shooting outside my apartment. good times.
Wow
Really?
+Cellar Door yes purposely slept with an infected individual -_-
Dude! Your guardian Angel was looking over you!!!
almost normal things.. l had some of those things plus many others.
when a group of people claim to be so prideful and i ask, what are you really proud of and they can't respond with much. it's a mantra that's baseless.
it's non-stop scamming.
I had to walk past a gang of dogs every time i left my place, had to dodge the guys trying to get me into a bar, avoid the guys who are drinking tanduay or cervesa, putting their arm around me and wouldn't leave me alone,....gosh, it's all coming back now....
You might add the guy who gets involved with the gal who's already married (but she doesn't tell him), already has a bf, or is separated from her husband. These often end very badly.
My addiction when i was there was the mangoes .... It's been 10 years and they still call to me...
They have the sweet yellow ones. The best imho. Way better than the red ones from Peru and Mexico
i ate two a day when i lived in Iloilo ... so nice being a stones throw from Guimaras :p
Winkie Man I heard of them and tried dried
I would say never get into an arquement with pinoy's especialy when there's alcohol or drugs involved en other people around..
Pinoy's don't like to get publicly disgraced and very often it will end up very badly.
Yes you are absolutely right about that.
+Don Koh ......
Don; it's not surprising in spite of a few drinks...
almost childish curiosity that wants to know everything about you and nothing regarding them.
retrospective make up some BS on how you went partying with Paquio while in Las Vegas..
+Don Koh Interesting. In hindsight maybe a calm and firm "I don't discuss private things in public" is a pretty good escape from any uncomfortable / inappropriate question or comment. Some pinoy have almost zero filter and chismiss isn't just for girls.
Extremely hard to do, as an American conversations the mutual feeling is I'm among friends as the respect never should digress beyond leveraging that...
Being in a foreign country with plenty of people with conversational levels of english it's makes it difficult not to treat them as equals....
Well I rather stay alive then be dead.
there are enoygh foreigners killed whim got into an arquement in public with a pinoy.
So my device is better be safe then sorry but that decides everyone for himself.
You forgot to include women. Women get men in trouble more than anything. lmao
stupidity
the only way to drive in the phil. is drive like a pinoy with a California mindset,you’ll never be in danger.
Not if you find a good one
well said Ned, I've had great luck being friendly with a smile, not getting drunk in public, handing a few pesos to beggars, never run across the street, always carry a long umbrella{protection from rain, sun, and dogs}, don't drive at night or 30 min before or after sunrise or sunset, and learn some of the language,(especially some jokes), and avoid too much routine, don't become a target, avoid being alone in strange places...
+Ashleylorene Fentress Good points one and all. Thanks for adding that!
The biggest danger here is to give up your entire life at home without having a steady income source, meet the wrong girl, lose everything and get stuck here as a illegal immigrant who isn´t even allowed to work. You will go starving folks.
Maybe not in Dumaguete, but in MANILA specially. Tourists have to be street smart and be careful with their belongings. Cameras, Fancy watches, Bracelets, and Necklace are targets. Snatching, robbery, petty crimes are very common and it maybe avoided if you are not wearing them. Dress like the locals. Know the streets you are going, avoid dangerous areas, try to travel with somebody in late hours specially if you do not have a ride.
Master Joey holy crab....
Guys, you could just replace Manila for London, it's the same and we have the added threat of Islamic Terrorism
As the Sgt said on Hill St Blues - "Hey, Let's be careful out there" - what I intend to do come June
Dave Simpson was
your actually the first foreigner I've seen over there I think has some sense. you seem to have your head on straight, we need more like you in the states.
Good one Ned.
While riding here it takes your head to be on a swivel. A lot more distractions than what are in the States trying to drive I feel.
I stay away from the "rowdy" places as well and try to stay out of any dispute with a Filipino. They have tempers that flair easily. If you feel you are being drawn into a situation like that, it is better to walk away. You may have to swallow some pride, but you will probably live to tell about it.
+Nahj Mp And in Davao? It's safe there? :/
+Nahj Mp nah, only if you're a jerk
Nice video - the best of yours I've seen so far. It puts the responsibility directly on us where it belongs.
+Married a Filipina Yep - no one to blame but myself most of the time...
Didn't that writer recently get stabbed in demagette, outside a bar. When traveling listen to your gut. People will try to attach themselves to you " do you want me to wait", "can I drink with you" , I'm gonna call off work " do you wanna go to a party with me?" All chances to be robbed or set up. Stay at arms length, and stay in a decent place. Lord knows I pushed my luck as well* cough Cambodia
Just found Your channel. Enjoyed it. I think the Philippines is the next country I'm going to visit.
well i have watched lots of videos on how and what to stay way from here in the Philippines and this guy is 100% right in every thing he said i been here in Pasig city going on 6 years and i love every thing about it but if you want to screw up you can but your on your own. if you come here to live cheap this is the place to do it!
What about the Postal service?
-Are you able to send and receive mail securely and timely?
-Are you able to order from Amazon?
-If so, do the Amazon parcels arrive securely and in a timely manner?
The postal service is a critical support system when living abroad.
In the USA the statistics show that most people come off their bikes going about 35 mph or less and that wearing protective gear can make a great difference in outcomes. In SE Asia I think that there is so much mud or gavel on roads that slowing down or cornering is more problematic. Most who could afford it would have better odds in their favor on a 3 wheel cycle.
Thanks Ned for all of your tips and advice
One thing I always advise my clients is regarding nights out drinking and visiting bars. When you start your night out always start and finish at a local bar to your hotel. Make yourself known and buy the staff drinks. If you have met somebody pop in your local bar for a nightcap with your friend. If they are bad news the staff in the bar should warn you and might help identify them if there are problems back in your room.
Thank you, Ned. I have NEVER regretted watching any of your videos. You may get paid by your sponsor based on how many subscribers you have (I don't know); if that is the case, can I subscribe more than once? You definitely deserve it because your videos are AWESOME!
Ned... can cano have a safety deposit box ( small one ) for the passport ect.
in a bank or somewhere it's safekeeping instead of one's home. ?
Hello Ned! Been watching your vids for some time now and like those with outdoor explorations. As for the biggest dangers you talked about, we never had an issue with food or water here. We are quite lucky to find some good resto or fast food around the area where we live. We use nature spring water for drinking and whenever we are outside we have bottled or distilled water. Most fast foods offer distilled water for drinking and it is safe.Never have an issue with it. As well am driving a scooter and I agree on the what you said about Pinoy drivers. Most drivers have not been to a driving school and they learned driving through relatives and friends. They are driving without lights even at night or not giving any signal when turning to left or right so you have to be quick to respond otherwise you will wake up in the hospital. Keeping both eyes open and a focused mind on the road will definitely save one from accidents or troubles.
Freedom! Best thing about the Philippines. I will take freedom over security any day.
+Raymond Huffman Sometimes there is a steep price to be paid for that freedom.
+Raymond Huffman I agree 100%
+Philippine Dreams That is why its called freedom. We don't need American bureaucracy all around the world. Lets just leave them at home for people that prefer to be "safe".
You're right because "security" eventually leads to enslavement.
HA! Yes, you have the freedom to be thrown in prison without charges and without due process. You have the freedom to be murdered by the PNP because you pissed off an officer who was running scams, and all he has to say is you were a shabu dealer. You have the freedom to lose your house because you can't own land. You have the freedom to be placed on legal hold until you pay the Filipina you were shacking with. You have the freedom to be refused medical treatment and die because you cannot instantly produce the cash to pay for it. The Philippines doesn't give two shits about your alleged "freedom"!
Good video and heads up for travellers in Philippines. Many local Pinoy friends have had a motorbike accident at some point.
+B Adventures The hospitals are filled with them....
Philippine Dreams glad you have done pretty well keeping out of trouble ;)
Good video Ned, as usual. I would have thought the 3 greatest dangers to expats would be snakes, spiders, and mosquitos - bur what do I know? LOL
Todd.P
I've been driving a motorcycle every day in Cebu City for 2 and a half years. I don't think it's all that dangerous. I've slipped on muddy roads a few times, but I've gotten more injured falling off a hammock.
+Bulay Says Hi I still think most riders will eventually go down - it's just par for course. Hopefully at low speed, though. Thanks for adding that, Bulay.
All valid points Ned. Personally I'm a bit frightened about the whole motorcycle/scooter situation myself. I'm an inexperienced rider... especially within the hectic riding conditions of the PI. I'll need tons of practice initially in the provinces (less crowded) prior to making it out riding in the cities. Thanks for the great video my friend.
+SezStyle I think a lot of people take that approach and then ease into the city driving. I am a pretty good rider but just adjusting to the riding here (no lights or stop signs, etc.) took a while.
+Philippine Dreams I'm in for quite a ride ;)
Don Koh Thanks for the great tips my friend! To your point, I've always relied on paid transportation such as trikes, jeepneys, and taxis... but when I finally make the move, there's something to say about having your own form of transportation and getting around more freely. With that said, I still plan to rely on paid transportation for my frequent travels... as like you mentioned, it's fairly inexpensive (especially under western standards) :)
you'll pick up on it. (I didn't drive my first motorcycle until I was in the Philippines.) You will have to learn fast but you will end up being a better rider from driving here. Helmets should be considered a requirement for any rational thinking human. As mentioned in the video, you WILL eventually go down on a bike here. Best to protect that melon (if it's worth protecting.....you're call ;) ).
+Mototuba ....
Sounds challenging. ..
just maybe safer driving in Thailand where the have the safest motorcycle driver's in world. .
Hi Ned you make some good points there, things can go sideways very ez there if you are not careful, definitely some good advice thanks for the video ☺
I have been here in Manila for 2 years and haven't had any problems with the food. I live here with my wife. I have to go to the hospital every month to get meds for my back I have 3 herniated disks. I'm on strong meds that cost close to ₱20,000 a month.
Those are outstanding advice to all who come to the Philippines, especially for first timers expecting greater freedom with less consequences. In other words, do whatever they want to do things that are highly enforced where they came from. I thank you for sharing your experience to those who want to come and enjoy their stay in the Philippines. God bless
Man! One of the first video's about the Phillipines that is not about fear and confirms my experience over there (i've been 3 times). Brilliant!
Here is my experience: I've been to the Philippines around 10 times. I'm always careful to use reliable transport, accommodations and vary my routes and timing. One incident occurred while staying at the Shangri La EDSA in Manila - my information was leaked by hotel staff to a professional scam artist who tried to extract money from me. Next incident occurred at the Shangri La in Cebu, a Mojito at the hotel bar had some bad ice in it and made me sick for 2-3 days. In both of these cases, the hotel denied it, but I am 100% sure in both cases. The last incident was a chest infection caught in Manila - the worst one of my life, took a month to recover and still have scars in my lungs to prove it. Bottom line: protect yourself and your information - never be lulled into a false sense of security, even an upscale brand can do you wrong.
Ned: Hope you caught my comments about considering Palau for your wedding - seems way more awesome!!
+celtosaxon Got it, Celt. We still haven't decided on the wedding location - I am not into big ceremonies, so it will hopefully be something simple.
+Philippine Dreams I'm totally with you, what I'm thinking about is after the paperwork is done. Hong Kong is like any major world city, expensive & crowded. Malaysia is boring, except for the food. Palau is the same distance, but is stunning... like a miniature Tahiti
Thanks
whenever I am there i never go anywhere without a local either a driver or somebody I can invite for a drink or food (malls and tourist spots I feel ok by myself).I wouldn't do it any other way.
The 1st time you get a minor fine, go all the way to court to pay it. Yes, it will cost you more than a bribe from the issuing officer, but it will set a precedent for you. Word will get out that you're not into paying bribes to officials. It will save you more in the long run if you intend to stay in PI 60 plus days. And it will of course go through the steroid induced grapevine there and trickle down to your neighbors. Thus, acknowledging to the public that you are not an ATM. Yes, the first time will suck but it will pay off in the long run. Helmets or lack of: If you're on an island without toll roads, you're good either way. But! As an example: Manila to Olongapo Toll Road - you better be wearing a helmet and have over 400 cc's (or is it 600?) to be on it. You will get pulled over. Promise. Never been to Negros and I don't think they have Toll Roads. Ask Ned. If you are a person who is basically well behaved (don't roll your eyes) and tries to keep a low profile and yet you're being pulled over regularly for minor infractions . . . ..well word has gotten out that you're an easy target. Save your money for those that deserve it. Mother Superior at any local Catholic Church can tell you where. Nuns before Fathers. The former has a far better grasp of reality. All hail the Penguins! lol
+Pete G I noticed a sign saying 400 cc or above, I was thinking that is actually pretty large bike to travel on it. lol I see why no bikes are traveling on it!
+agiftedcurse Hey, I was referring to the Luzon Island and the toll roads there (manila to olongapo). When I referenced about cc's I was guess-estimating to fool others to make myself seem smart. Aside from that on the tolls they do demand high performance vehicles.
+Pete G Pete G, agiftedcurse is correct. I live on Luzon, about 45 minutes out of Manila. There are signs posted as you enter the NLEX (paid toll highway) that 400cc is the minimum displacement for motorcycles.
+Pete G After the penguin's car began to sputter and blow smoke from under the hood he pulled into a service station. The serviceman suggested he go to the coffee shop across the street to wait while he looked at the car, up on the lift... 20 minutes later the penguin came back to check on his car. The mechanic stood beside the auto and told him "Looks like you just blew a seal..." as he nodded his head. The penguin shook his head and insisted "That's just ice cream, you dipstick! Now what's wrong with my damn car!?" :-D Pete, I'm curious... are you familiar with the Youngstown State University mascot? He's a cute little penguin... The call him "Pete the Penguin" on campus! (Youngstown, Ohio.)
Does it help with the driving situation if you are from Boston?
+bonnevie9 LOL - nope!
Thank you for this highly humorous but certainly accurate and very articulate piece of advice to us unwary foreigners wishing to travel the Phils !
This are fair insights Ned, I agree with you 100%, an unfortunate reality here in our country. Also, we alone are responsible to our well being and we should not put ourselves into a situation that will put us in danger, especially if you're not familiar with the place.
Thank you so much for these remarks about the dangers for foreigners in the Philippines. I have been in the Dumaguete twice - the last time until the end of October last year. I will be coming back later this year. I will not be using a scooter or motorcycle, relying on tricycles, mostly. It is certainly true that when we live out in the Philippines, we realize just how much we have to adjust to a situation where we no longer have our usual support systems such as medical services which we relied upon back home. If we are to achieve any measure of contentment, then we have to work with the situation as we find it and not complain about it. Whether we are there as tourists for a short vacation or even residents, we are still guests in the country, and as such we should behave accordingly. Otherwise we will do a disservice to the expat community which wants to live in peace with its neighbors. Being negative and constantly harping on about the inconveniences helps no-one. I am looking forward to returning. Hope we can meet up. We might already have met up possibly. All the best.
Concerning # 1 driving motorcycles , the best safety measures you can take are wearing a helmet, and finding alternate routes with less traffic, even if they might take you a few minutes more. I don't worry so much in the congested downtown areas, because I'm almost never going over 10 kmh.
Ned,
I've been watching and enjoying your videos for some time now, and you are one of the reasons I would like to visit the Philippines after I retire from teaching in June. Most of your videos are upbeat, and the information has been invaluable to me. I must say this video (in addition to what happened to Phil Prins) "scared" me a little. Now I'm wondering how safe will it be for an American alone in the Philippines.
+Ralph M.
You need to check out the forums online (Google) about expats and foreigners staying in the Philippines. From day one you are a target and if anything happens where you are involved you are considered "Guilty" until proved innocent, and your embassy will not help you. You could spend time in jail waiting for your "trial" against fabricated charges, there's been expats spent 2-3 years jail time just for that, unless you buy yourself out of the charge and that will cost you $10- $15,000 shared by all. The girls are only interested in your money and how to get it....either the quick way or the long way. I was keen to go until I got up to speed about how dangerous it is. I have been to Thailand a few times and it is a much safer place and more developed and just for that as cheap too. 4.8 million tourists visited the Philippines last year against 25 million to Thailand they are in the same region....figures don't lie. Go to your country's government advice website about visiting other countries the Philippines is always on the middle alert status.
+barondefypo Wow! Thanks, but now I'm even more afraid! Some people say its safe, others (like you) make it sound like the movie "Midnight Express"! Where is the truth?
+Ralph M. Dude, the Philippines is safe if you employ even a modicum of common sense. Don't drink and drive, be careful with food and water and don't hang out in dark urban areas late at night. There are scammers and hustlers here (just like everywhere), so use your head. Also make sure to shrink wrap your luggage! :)
+Philippine Dreams Ned,
Whew! Thanks! I was kind of hoping you would reply like this. I felt that this particular video was in opposition to the overall theme of your channel. I am a 57 year old retiring physics teacher from NY/CT and I will not drink and drive, be careful with food (though I'm kind of worried about ice in my drinks), bring hard lockable luggage, and will not hang out in dark urban areas late at night. I'm not worried about women trying to scam me for some reason. I'm hoping I should be able to handle that!
That all very true, I think we should suggest to the philippine government especially law maker to educate all driver the proper rule in driving and road courtesy.and should have traffic lights in the town of dumaguete because heavy traffic is always present.if only the politicians pay more attention to this matter ,dumaguete is much nicer place to live
a good quality probiotics helps lessen damage from bugs in food/water. charred foods are carcinogenic by the way, not just meat ANY FOOD that is charred..
My Filipina wife took just a handful of driving lessons in Manila and then passed her test. In England she has so far failed the driving test 5 times (that she'll admit to) having spent a few thousand pounds on lessons.
Hi Ned, thank you so much for all your very informative vids and congrads on building a very successfull and much appreciated platform here on the tube. I am planning to expat to Luzon, Pampanga in the next year with my wife I meant in Socal. I love the way you make your videos and your commentaries are priceless. You and Michelle are a wonderful couple and keep up the great work. If you had a radio show, Id tune in everyday!
Well said dude, people only think of the positives, it's the wild west in PH, live conservative if you want to live long there because the bright candle boys don't last long
macksvillain candle light?
You are totally right...keep it low profile! Live very modestly, no flash...simple and happy!
I watch your videos all the time and they are great and very informative, especially this one! I have a friend in Manila, Philippines! I live in the US! I plan to visit her one day, and knowing that I need to get vaccines to stay safe is important! Besides The A and B vaccine are there any others that you can think of that I would need?
+Howard Bare Everything you can get. Diptheria, typhoid, yellow fever, Hep A and B. Check the CDC website for what they recommend for the Philippines.
Thank you for your reply! I will check their site!
You need a Mollymobile to avoid some of the scooters and bikes dangers.
+Mikhail Bulgakov Ned and the Mollymobile #2 Henry and Mollymobile #3 the Dumaguete Mollymobile Gang. LOL
There are no "rookie" countries anymore. Do your due diligence and if you take the "everyone is a scammer" attitude, you will be ok. Just be polite, but not a pushover, and don't be an ass.
There are also very few street sign, and traffic lights if any so you really have to watch all around you when driving. I got really sick from eating at a Chinese restaurant in a mall in cebu. I had to go to the hospital to get medication for it. Some things Filipinos are used to, but to foreigners, it is a different story.
My own top 3 things that will get you killed in the Philippines...
1. Playing cards with a Pinoy!!!
2. Singing Frank Sinatra's song named "My Way" in a karaoke
3. Eating shellfish, especially raw shellfish anywhere in the PI...
why?
Muadib223
Second one! Oh my gosh! Here in States,dating a Filipino she and her friends love kareoke!
2#??
Ned, I've been watching videos about driving in the Philippines and have heard that most people there think that driving rules are more like suggestions. Also, most deadly motorcycle accidents are low speed without a helmet. Good info about the Hep A & B shots. Thanks for that. Drugs and alcohol are a problem for anyone that doesn't have a good internal support system. But, good that you bring them up.
+nickinspring Thanks for the comment. Yep, like many rules here, the ones for driving really aren't enforced. It's more fun after all!!
good advice for not only the Philippines many other countries I spent 1 month in Makati city and on the main island and had no issues at all in fact it was a very good time I did not drink the tap water at any of the nice hotels I stayed at all give you bottled water in your room everyday and I only had food from the big malls or restaurants in and around themso no food issues but I can see how you can have many big issues when you leave the good areas and go into 3 rd world parts of the city thanksRichard in fort Lauderdale
+richard none Thanks for sharing that, Richard.
good one Ned just be careful driving I know we do its the others we have to watch out for Enjoy you meal sound nice don't know about Chitarrone it has to be cooked well
My goal when I come to the Philippines is to get into permaculture agriculture, and improve the quality of life not only for myself but also for my fiancee, smoking, alcohol abuse, overeating foods and drinks is out of the question for me. Quality of life is priority number one for me!
Hi Ned, you mentioned our own worst enemy with mental or physical problems. If it's not too personal I was wondering how you have been coping with your sciatica diagnosis both financially and from gaining good medical treatment? I also suffer with this and more. At least twice a year for a cordial epidural plus cortisone injections to my mid thoracic area.
YOU are doing a great job making these clips Thxs for sharing
Thank you sir for the REMINDER!
Hey Ned some real good points there and I agree that the biggest danger is the expat himself, for some its hard to control ones self in the Wild Wild West.
+Philo in the Philippines Wild, wild west is right, Philo. It can get rough here at times...
It's better to get a good job and live in America....visit maybe for 2 weeks and thats it.
Have you gone ..
Great advice! Thanks.
Nice video Ned. Btw, Philippines TH-cam channels are popping up like crazy these days.
I lived in the Philippines for nearly 4 years in the early 70s and used a motorcycle as my primary means of transportation. The only rule of the road was the rule of survival. You either became a very good rider by using your head and developing the right instincts or you were going to die. The first rule was never to ride when you had been drinking.
Great tips....thanks for sharing
+Jim D Thanks for watching, Jim.
You know...as I think about it...you are correct Ned...I guess I live a boring life though. I never had any problems of the drugs and alcohol....Scooters are dangerous...you have to keep your eyes on the road 100% of the time...even then you can miss "things"...Good advice!
Wow Ned, you are so right on what you say, especially the motor cycles. I ride a bicycle all over Metro Manila. Riding a bicycle here is crazy dangerous but the most fun on a bike I have every had! Nothing like riding in the Seattle area where I am from. Challenging, dangerous, noisy, and the jeepneys, trucks, motor cycles and other bikes just add to the fun. And don't forget the holes in the road 6 feet deep! I had a riding partner disappear in to one of those once. One thing you did not mention is getting mugged. Probably because this is not actually high on the list of dangers here. Even though that is the thing all my American family and friends worry about. So far, living here off and on for 16 years I have never been bothered by anyone. And I do go lots of places, some bad areas. But never at night. Some friends of my wife's family did try an extortion attempt once but that amounted to nothing. Good job on your list, take care Dale
thanks for sharing.
I will there in Dumaguete for 5 days befor going to Ayungon.
I am interested in trying so good street food while in the city! but thanks again for the tips!
To those saying they would rather chance the PI over Detroit, Baltimore, etc., your ignorance is showing. There are plenty of safe places in those American cities; in fact, most place there are safe. Now, here's the kicker: in the PI, Thailand, etc., you are at a huge disadvantage because you don't know the language, and you don't know the culture. In the US, I can be in any city and using street smarts, I will most likely be fine. This is not necessarily so in the PI or Thailand, where you can do something that would seem "harmless" anywhere in the US, but in the PI or Thailand, that something can be a grave offense that will cause a local to beat the crap out of you. Example, say what you want about Obama or Trump while walking down most any street in the US, and not much will be done. But disrespecting the Thai king (or Buddha) can land you in the morgue. Real Fast.
The key to survival anywhere is knowledge of the area and the people.
Not true, say a anything wrong about Trump you will end up losing your job. I am a black man there's nothing safe in American for us even being stop by Johnny law.
I think you summed it up, thanks for the good advice.
Thanks Ned, always enjoy your videos.
The worst encounters on the road are the buses. Those drivers will pass anywhere and don't care about oncoming traffic. Ended up in a rice paddy avoinding a bus passing on a blind curve.
The secret weapon is make friends with the authority smile at them and be nice to them and your be ok Filipino are good people Becoming Filipino Kulas Jennermann his been driven around the Philippines Luzon Mindanao Visayas he never pulled over by authority becoz his a very charming person like Filipino just smile to us and follow the rules and you'll be ok u can live as long as u want but as u said some foreigners abusing the freedom and avoid eating Street food specially barbecue that can coz HEPATITIS
good video. real public service. good advice for any country.
On the roads there all vehicles don't signal don't use mirrors stop dead in front texting on phone or talking to passenger headphones on no lights working on vehicle carry and overload bikes with all kinds of stuff including live farm animals ie goats on back seats of bikes (just my experience) don't stop or even look at lines markings on the road YOUR ONLY HOPE IS all or most of this is not at much speed so what ever you do do it slowly and deliberately the pinoys attention span and reaction time is very slow. Yes even on provincial highways things move faster 4 young pinoys on one bike flying down the white line laughing to each other . BUT the young girl going home from her bank job holding her handbag between her knees while texting on phone can be just as deadly dangerous.
good vid Ned for me i loved driving there mostly because you dont have to wait for the slow drivers you can just toot toot and pass lol but for me the scarest part of driving was the road its self pot holes and just disrepair lol
....especially at night or whenever it's covered with rain water.. Dangerous with the limited fork travel on scooters. ..
Seems spot on. The self destructive behavior is the hardest one to witness though. I've seen many here (including friends) that are their own worst enemy. You want to help but you need to know when to get the hell out of the blast radius.
Hey folks. This guy is rite on the money. I have been here 5+ years and i agree 100%
Thanks, great stuff, great vid, love it!
Ned, have you done anything on healthcare and costs if you get sick or injured?
Roger Harper If you go to the hospital you best have the cash to pay or your staying without choice
here 10 years CDO, NEVER drive a motorbike good advice. water is a big problem and yes eat overcooked food and they do not refrigerate eggs. in the Philippines an average 21 motorbike deaths a day, seen 7 fatal one right in front of me, on drugs only smoke the pot all else is not safe. the girls are great often do two or three bi gals at a time but do not turn into their ATM machine as they will try.
Good to know.
Excellent information, thank you, regards from down under.
Can you visit a billiard hall? Pool is looked at with passion in the Philippines like we do here in the US with the NFL or NBA. It's my dream to play in the country where arguably the best players in the world come from and I've always been curious how an American would be treated at their pool tables.
The filipinos will definitely welcome you...they will in fact enjoy having a foreigner playing with them
Hi,
Is it advisable to buy stuff from your original country and send it to the Philippines? How is it done sir?
I've been riding bikes for many years and the only time my bike went down was when I was drunk and dropped it in the garage :)
Nicholas Cherry 😂🤣😅
I'm Canadian and planning on visiting the Philippines next year, besides Twinrix, what other shots should I look at getting..?!
Here ya go: wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/philippines
Question: I have worn a pistol on my hip for more than 40 years. I can't get a legal firearm there and, if I could, I couldn't carry it. Advice?
+William Gibson Rock in a sock. And be nice to people.
I too am guilty of putting myself in risky situations. However, I am always sure to have a non-drunk, pinoy friend who acts as a bodyguard for me.
bloodandwinearered tell me ur ways
I am not accepted in the slum barangay of Concepcion. I am welcome. It is a very dangerous area to those not known to their parts. But, I wanted to see REAL Filipino life, not only Makati
I rode motorcycles full time for years.Everyday no matter what.
The biggest thing is you have to turn right to go left , and turn left to go right.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countersteering
th-cam.com/video/4PbmXxwKbmA/w-d-xo.html
Also only even one drink of alcohol ruined my riding skills.
# 1 should be....Look out for lonely Filipinas....they can be hazardous . :)Look at Bushman Canuck....Married, Reekay..."almost married" HA! Sezstyle Married and finally Ned..... :) on his way to getting Married. :))
+oh damn its that guy yes, I think I should mention me too. :(
+oh damn its that guy ....
would've mentioned you earlier except you forgotten invite me to the wedding. ..:)
Jason Wilson I'm sorry MR Wilson...say do you know a little guy by name of Dennis? LOL
+oh damn its that guy welcome to the party pall. yippy kiy yiy yay
oh damn its that guy ....
" Dennis the Menace "
if you're buying meat at your local market, buy it EARLY in the morning and get it home to your 'fridge (if you're lucky enough to have one)
I don't do scooters and I'm a casual drinker , but I have had food poisoning , need to be mindfull what you digest
+jimcunningham61 Yeppers! The worst were the two guys that got hepatitis here...
Hi is the presence of the u.s. Marshals there? What happens if the is a u.s. probation violation for jumping fed probation the original charge was a low level tax charge
+Drandy Adlaon I have no idea. Hopefully never will. :)
Mr. "My body is a temple " [pronounced with an Austrian accent]. As a faithful follower, I sure would like to hear some of your personal experiences. :-) Yes! Go there!
Well said! I know you're right, cause I lived over 3 years in Philippines (and have wife and kids there). Motorcycle cabs driving too fast through crowded and narrow streets is a danger, you got to watch your back all the time, I been almost hit many times and also by Jeepmies. Luckily my guardian angel was with me all the time. Many of this cab drivers are druk, I seen them drinking wile they wait for passangers. There was a very ugly accident by Petron, Taguig (2 km south of Market! Market! in Manila 2 years ago. We could hear the bang by midnight and thought it was a granade. We heard later it was a speeding car hiting the fence and heads flew out through the car windows. Exactly same place I could see in a yutube video a really horrible cadever, the rests of a human being, who drove a motor bike. We heard sometimes bullets flying at night time. It freaks my out hove dangerous it was, especially a few times I was roaming arond in the streat drunk. I had gangs running after me and... will not get into all that, but it was really unsafe. Have somone seen the video of the american who was killed at Ayalla street by a gang? Even there at the nicest place in the city it can be very dangerous, espcially if you're alone at night time. About drinking it's safest in your condo or a local place you know. But it is never safe in the Philippines! Most people are friendly, had so many good conversations with strangers. But my man it's risky, especially if you're drunk like a skunk...
Good Advice,I had a couple really close calls,once right in front of DSA,someone passed me on my left from behind,just as I was making a left turn into the entrance,the guy was moving at very high speed,if he had hit me,no doubt I would have been a goner,or seriously disabled.Itwas really,really close.Another time ,3 of us on a habal habal ( a large off road type bike)were going up to see Kan Laon volcano,probably going about 25mph,ran over a baby goat that shot out right in front of us.It happened and was over so fast that adrenaline didn't even kick in,the driver managed to keep control of the bike,and we stayed upright.He was more scared of what the owner of the goat might do,so we sped away ....Looking back on these events I realize how lucky I've been in the past,and doubt I'll be getting on any more bikes in the Phils....please heed Ned's advice,they think about driving here much differently than us westerners,always,always always be prepared for the unexpected!!!!!!
I imagine the busy roads and traffic pose dangers to kids down there as well. Scary thought.
My brotha you are right about the cock fights on Sunday’s lol ..nice channel bro and good advice ,keep it up ...the ice cube chunks got me the 1st week but all in all it is freedom
According to www.worldlifeexpectancy.com The average life expectancy in the Philippines is currently about 69 years while in the US it is 79. Road traffic accidents kill 11.56 per 100,000 in the Philippines vs 9.99 in the US. Interestingly, violence causes more deaths in the Philippines than road traffic accidents: 18.56 in the Philippines vs 5.56 in the US. Diarrheal diseases cause 13.41 deaths per 100,000 in the Philippines, more than road accidents! In the US this accounts for 2.89 deaths per 100k.
Where does the Philippines stand out in terms of cause of death? They are number 9 in the world for deaths by Asthma, 11th for Hypertension, 13th for Kidney disease and 20th for Diabetes. On the plus side, the Philippines has pretty low cancer rates while the US has some of the highest cancer rates for lung cancer, skin cancer, leukaemia and lymphomas.
So, the moral of the story is to stay away from fights, untreated water and undercooked food.