Ex Pat Neighbor Of Vlogger Murdered In Cebu

[Methersgate]

ituational awareness and common sense should be practiced everywhere, by everyone, every day. New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Manila, CDO, Dumaguete, the places change but the need to be aware does not.

 

Of the places listed, the place where you need it least is Hong Kong. Hong Kong people have a very low level of situational awareness because their own territory is so very safe. I have often had to advise Hong Kongers visiting London to take more care and to be more alert.

[Hey Steve]

 

ituational awareness and common sense should be practiced everywhere, by everyone, every day. New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Manila, CDO, Dumaguete, the places change but the need to be aware does not.

 

Of the places listed, the place where you need it least is Hong Kong. Hong Kong people have a very low level of situational awareness because their own territory is so very safe. I have often had to advise Hong Kongers visiting London to take more care and to be more alert.

 

Yes, crime exists the world over as we all know, but knowing the cultural tendencies as Expats do-specific to the country they are in, can and will give one a tremendous edge regarding your personal safety in that particular society they are living in. Example is as an American to go to a seedy neighborhood in LA or NY, etc... I know the culture, I know how, where, and when to avoid a possible confrontation/crime-being raised in that environment and culture- and so as mentioned before, if one is not keenly aware of Asian (Filipino specifically) culture and what can set them off or give the opportunists a chance to get at your money-the smiles and hellos can end in a flash. This is where I was less educated and more vulnerable on my first trip there years back. That's why those going for the first time, need to heed advice from expats here regarding your safety and security-so you have fun but not at anyone's expense (ultimately including your own). I am much more aware now of how those possibilities can unfold since experience has taught me this. I have since been there on several extended stays and enjoyed the heck out of myself (being mindful of the afore mentioned).

Ok, yes, I'll put this soap box :boohoo: back in the garage where I found it-thanks for the advice given here in response. :tiphat:

Edited January 27, 2016 by Hey Steve