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Do you wish to donate to a worthwhile Charity? You can make a difference to someone's life here.

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Information about our Social Club Gatherings

If you are looking to meet up with others post a topic here, don't forget to add photos if you get together with other forum members.

Thinking of a new life in paradise? Perhaps you are thinking of living in Cebu? Ask other expats what they think of living in the Philippines.

The cost of living varies in different areas. Some places are cheaper than others.Is it cheaper to be living in Cebu?
How are others living in the Philippines? What are the differences and why?

Do you need a visa or a travel permit to stay in the Philippines? Bureau of Immigration problems? Find your answers here.

What type of accommodation is available in the Philippines?

Where do you want to go and how do you want to get there? Flights, ferries, car rental, bus, taxi etc

Where are the best places to dine.Tell us your Philippines experience.

Where to find a bar for drinking and relaxation. The Philippines offers it all!

Disability's, living or visiting the Philippines with a disability?

Do you need to know a few phrases before you get here? English and Filipino (based on the Tagalog dialect) are the two main languages spoken. What does Salamat mean?

How does the culture difference of the Filipino people affect you?

What are the laws and regulations on buying or leasing real estate in the Philippines? What can foreigners really own?

What are the best education facilities for your children?

Where do you go if don't feel well? What health insurance do you need? Who are the best health professionals to see in the Philippines? Which hospitals have the best facilities?

How do you get your belongings to the Philippines? How much will it cost and how long will it take? What about custom's regulations?

Looking for something in particular but can't find it? Ask expats living in the Philippines.

What driver's licence do you need? How do you find out about vehicle registration's, insurances, or repairs?

Employment questions and answers for expats thinking of working in the Philippines

List contractors or tradesmen that you recommend or have had problems with.

A list of often used or needed links.

Information and questions about immigrating your spouse to your home country

Social security issues

Information for Veteran affairs,Retired military general information,Pensions

The Foreign Assistance Center may be able to help when an expats lands in trouble wit the law. Details in this forum.

Just how safe are the Philippines? Are there places foreigners shouldn't go?

What are your rights and responsibilities as a foreigner? Are the laws of this country different to your own? How do you stay out of trouble?

This forum is for information regarding major crimes that happen to Expats and tourist in the Philippines.Please note,some members do not like reading the negative posts of life or death for expats so DO NOT READ IF THIS IS YOU.

Scammers are always active whether online or in the Philippines. This forum is to make everyone aware of what scams could affect you.

Thinking of starting a business? What are the risks? Ask questions here to make the right decision.

How do you set up bank accounts and transfer money?

What is the best way to send money to the Philippines? Where can I get the best exchange rate?

What cultural differences and issues can you expect? How do you build good relationships with Filipina women? Age difference problems.

What you need to know to get married in the Philippines? Are there any social customs or legal requirements you need to know? What about when the relationship ends?

How safe is internet dating? Can you meet your dream partner online? The good, the bad, and the ugly!

What type of phone do you need? Which service providers are the best? What is load?

Which is the best for cheap phone calls from your computer? Voip, Magic jack?

Need to know what was said?Ask for translations here.

Want to discuss the latest news from the paper or TV?
Please post reported crimes against Expats in the Security and Laws for Foreigners forum.

Looking for a Philippines Expat club to join? Where do expats meet?

Have you been somewhere in the Philippines that we should know about?

Recipes members like to share 

What can you grow in your area of the Philippines? Members tips and tricks on gardening in the Philippines. 

Wanting to play bowls or a round of golf? Where are the best diving spots?

Got something to cheer about? Which hotel is the best? Where can I eat good restaurant food?

Has anything funny or strange happened to you while in the Philippines? Problems with the wak wak?

Haven't found a forum to suit your topic? Note: This forum should be used for Philippines topics.

Do you want to sell something? You can advertise here but you will need to pay a small fee which helps with the running cost of the forum. 

This forum is for advertising members private housing sales and rentals located in the Philippines.

Advertise your Cars, bikes, boats, trucks.

Seen an interesting video,share it with us here. Only Philippines related videos allowed. No Pornographic videos allowed

This forum is for videos about any subject at all. No Pornographic videos allowed

Living in China and Taiwan information

Pros and cons of Thailand

Information about living or visiting Japan

This forum covers all southeast Asia countries not listed in the above forums

Want to have your say on what is happening anywhere outside of the Philippines?
This forum has been created to allow our members to have their say on anything that is not related to the Philippines. You may discuss most topics but no Political or religion topics allowed. Please read the rules of this forum.

A site for those needing property management in Cebu city. Specialising in airbnb rentals. 

A not for profit charity run by member Bruce Wheatley