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Gio i know expats who shot each other in maila back in the day. Mostly but not all to do with owning clubs. Wild west in the 80s and 90s. But you play golf get let into the country clubs all over Philippines you will meet expats who have big companies or great jobs. They often speak the language. Drugs screw up a lot of mad foreigners. Thats how people end up on the streets.
I worked until I was 69. That was because I wanted to have a good income in my retirement. I met my Filipina wife in Hong Kong and we got married in the Philippines in 2001 and I brought her to the USA . She did well there, we bought a house and then I retired from my job as a Park Ranger. After 10 years in the US, my wife asked me if I wanted to move to the PI. I said yes and so we put our house up for sale. Since we lived in Austin, TX, we had no problem with selling the house. Made a gapped profit, and we move here in 2019. We have a nice house and yard, and most of our friends are Locals. I have met a few foreigners, and hope to get together with them soon. I am enjoying living here, and have great family and friends.
I experienced foreigners complaining about Filipinos and the Philippines the very first time that I visited here in 2006. I'm retired military and I just blew it off. I've now been living here for 15 years, since I was 51, and I clearly remember way back when, foreigners that had obviously been here a while, not even simply acknowledging my existence. A little strange, but I've more or less become the same. I'm of course cordial if one of them speaks to me. And I'll even carry on a conversation. But I tend to keep my distance when it comes to foreigners here. I've learned to live without them I guess 😊
Been here a little over 4 years and I am the same. I have a small group of expat friends but tend to not really interact with them xpats outside my little circle. I always attribute this to my ex.leo background. Some of my friends have, I suspect, a bit of a secret past but I definitely have firm limits and live within them.
I don't go out of my way to speak to any foreigners i might eventually have a couple oh that's about it i don't like whiners and complainer i burned my money now it's time to enjoy with my job i was able to retired 59 becoming come on a 61 this October what is this people feel realize we are guests of this beautiful country
That’s why I came here to live, to get away from @#$%! lol I keep to myself and have very few people I would call friends, we have a big family and we stay busy with them. I’ve lived here for 30 years now and that’s just me! Take care, stay Safe!
One thing you have to consider about other expats in any country: some may have moved to a country like the Philippines for the cost of living, the women, the beaches or whatever, but there are certainly a few expats that have moved overseas because the are criminals or are running/hiding from the misdeeds they did in their home countries, and most of those will not change their ways. I have always been more worried or cautious with other foreigners or tourists when traveling then with the locals.
True but it's best to follow a general rule of thumb in life, particularly with new people you meet,, small talk and friendliness without getting too involved with personal matters, keep your cards close to your chest for a long while until you know someone very well, and even then don't rush into anything they are offering.
I'm in Cebu province and I have one expat from the usa and one from Europe and we have the same values and beliefs that we are guests here and we respect the phillipino people and culture
I had one expat acquaintance just like that here in Thailand. I met this British guy in my language school. Even in retrospect that seems like a safe place to meet people. We really clicked and went out to lunch a few times. I was a newbie to SE Asia and he as dispensing sage advice. Within a couple of months he went back to his girlfriend in Laos and then the stories got weird. He was having problems with his family in England and he was running out of money and his girlfriend got pregnant. Eventually it got to the point where his children were crying from hunger and he wanted me to invest a few thousand dollars in a project of his. I of course said no. My legitimate excuse was that I had just got married to my Thai wife and now had family commitments. He immediately unfriended me on Facebook and I’ve never here from him again. While I read seemingly countless expats moaning on social media I have been lucky to meet nice guys (sometimes a little strange) in real life.
My first trip to Cebu I met a guy at Ayala Mall who gave me a sob story and asked me for money. He said that he was denied benefits by the VA. Later in the conversation I asked what branch of the military he was in and he admitted that he never served. 😅
@@GeneRogers-lo1qy One older vet said only 260 Navy SEALS served in Vietnam, yet he had met about a thousand 'Vets' who claimed to be former Nam SEALs. I can't stand those stolen valor pukes.
I learned in the Navy, if the ship before us caused trouble, it affected our port call.. guilt by association… I prefer places with less or no foreigners.
There's a village in Sicily that banned Americans and Brits--but not other nationalities---from their taverns and restaurants because so many of our countrymen had behaved badly. Now you know how immigrants to the States feel when they get painted with the same broad brush as the worst among them.
I agree about expats. When I had a contract to teach English in Asia, the company during onboarding warned me to not hang out too much with expats because of that exact reason. They complain a lot and you'll end up negative like them. I'll have a few good expat friends in my circle when I move there.
Interesting... guilt by association, huh? So the beauty school next to my photography studio in SD had a student from the P.I. for 3 weeks, getting 3 certs. So she did makeup for one of my clients. We worked late. So I gave her a ride to her bnb. She asked me, how can you be black and afford this photography studio and nice muscle car in California? I told her that's a weird question and in the USA race don't determine the success... hard work and discipline does. She then told me there are a lot of old white expats where she lives and she says they told her that blacks in the USA are poor, uneducated and violent and not to go near them. I was shocked! I told her that was a horrible lie. I don't know if she was lying... but I used her for a few clients and she was an excellent MUA. One of my professional portrait clients was a black female attorney opening her own firm. I hired her to do the makeup and she was so shocked when my client told her she is an attorney. We ended up becoming friends till she got her certs and returned to, I believe, Makati. If nothing else, she learned about diversity in the USA. Are there really racist expats over there teaching hate?
You would be surprised. I found out that most of those who are rather ignorant come from lower income families who never had the chance to be culturally educated or sensitive and therefore develop into willfully ignorant bigots. It is more prevalent as one goes to the lower ranks. They then would then tell Filipinos who have had no prior exposure to other cultures except mostly Caucasian Americans who dominated the armed forces until about twenty to fifteen years ago. Those, like your friend, upon arriving in the states display their naïveté much to their embarrassment.
Being 61, there is a great piece of mind knowing I have a steady income every month for life from several sources. Living in Davao city I haven’t seen too many expats, maybe they aren’t here or it’s just bad timing on my part. I won’t go out of my way to make friends with expats, but I won’t be too obnoxious about it either.
Great video my Floridian brother! Unfortunately, there are people like that all over the world. Two types of people in this world, givers and takers. When people make bad choices they must deal with the consequences. Trying to retire in any foreign country without a pension is never a good idea. All stay positive and have a wonderful year. Keep it real and stay humble.
Good friend of mine living in RP once told me that the locals might take a few hundred pesos from you, but it's your fellow X-pat who can steal your life savings.
@@GiointhePhilippines Gio, I've had the same philosophy all my life regardless of where I live. If someone asks me for a loan, I assume I'll never get it back. So I have to decide if I'm prepared to simply give that amount of money away. If I am, fine. If I'm not, then I just say no.
Gio, you are correct with your assumption, as whenever my wife and I have had to travel to Cebu or Manila for an appointment and, when we decide to go shopping (being one of the first several hundred people entering into a Mall, the first thing that I see is some foreigner walking with his very young Filipina Girlfriend / Spouse, make their way to a Shakey's, where he whips out his wallet and hands out a wad of Pesos to his female companion. She then saunters off with her young girlfriends, while he orders a large pizza and a pitcher of beer and, it's only 10:00! Within a short period of time, he's joined with other foreigners and my first thought is, don't they have anything better to do that sit and drink? We have even seen foreigners begging for money on street corners much like you are used to seeing in many cities in the U.S., with people standing around on street corners, asking for "hand-outs". Unsure what this is all about, unless they are looking for more money to spend on alcohol or drugs. Additionally, when we drive down to Ozamiz CIty, to take care of either banking, grocery shopping or, whatever, we will see foreigners complaining about the Philippines, the weather, not having the kind of food that they like to eat, nor the correct TV Programs that they like to watch and, after being stationed most of my Air Force Career overseas here in the Far East, I often wonder if these foreigners had made the wrong decision, by not properly planning ahead of time, as to me, there are many that are here enjoying themselves, while there are also many that seem to complain about almost everything that has to do with their decision to live here in the Philippines. With ourselves, we chose to retire here, in a farming / fishing community on Iligan Bay, outside of Clarin, Misamis Occidental and, we are quite happy with our decision, as life is what you make of it and, my wife and I (both formerly widows) are enjoying all that life has to offer, with nothing to complain about. On an additional note, we don't drink nor smoke, as we have more important things to do with our pensions, than wasting it on non-essentials
Fabulous video, I have a Filipino wife and when we visit there I purposely avoid ex-pat groups, we go there to enjoy ourselves, visit her family and have a great time, if I want to be with my own nationality (Aussie) I will stay home.
The worst scammer i came across was a foreigner. He would hang around outside hotels and tell you he was an ex-serviceman and needed $70 to get the ferry home because he was robbed. The reception staff told me he had been getting money all day and night (it was a nice hotel i was in).
I agree that a few can ruin it for all. I live In Sariaya, Quezon Province. I live about 15 km from any city. It is awesome. I know of one expat about 20 km from me in Lucena. It is a great life. The filpinos are awesome to me. I don't challenge them and I always smile. It would be nice to talk or bs with an expat once in a while and we plan to travel soon around Luzon which will enable me to meet some of my FB friends. My suggestion to other expats is to stay out of the way when another expat is acting stupid. You may be drawn into the trouble. Time to take a siesta!
On a recent trip to Cambodia I saw more Down and Out Expats than anywhere in Asia. Liquor is very cheap and most any kind of Drugs are readily available. Its really sad to see so many retired people sitting in the bar all day and night drinking 50 cent beers or homeless expats walking the streets, stoned out of their mind. I am really glad that the Philippines is tough on Illegal Drugs.
This sounds like when I was first stationed aboard my ship at Guam. Some sailors and their wives bitterly complaining about everything and being stuck at the end of the world. Fortunately my sponsor and my senior chief warned me about that attitude and I met some active locals and a couple of outgoing expats who enjoyed life and Guam. It was a great duty station and introduced me to the Philippines. Of my time in the Navy, my ship and Guam were the highlight and I have been waiting to return to the PH.
I can think of two vloggers. One lives on 800$ month and talks about buying cruise ships. Either delusional or running a scam. Another is a complete jerk who got 18 year old Filipina pregnant. He collected money for Odette and now has bought a new car and seems to be on a spending spree. Isn’t someone in the Philipines government watching these guys?
@@elliottschertzer876 He's talking of Tim K, the typhoon money they raised allegedly used to buy a new car and that's why Tim and his wife Chrissy is under gov't investigation, not sure if it's resolved already.
I met a begging expat in Costa Rica several years ago. I walked out of a bakery somewhere North of Dominical. About a block away this guy comes up to me, trying to sell me a zip lock bag full of cookies. I instantly noticed they were the same cookies from the bakery I just visited. He started carrying on about how his girlfriend scamed him and he couldn't go home because his family had turned on him etc, etc, etc. I just had to tell him no. The last thing he said to me was "Come on, man! I'm so hungry!" I said, "So eat the cookies". He gave me a priceless look and walked away, talking to himself. I saw him around town a few more times during my time there and could tell he wasn't really starving. I wonder what ever happened to him.
It took me only twice in my life to get burned from loaning money out and that's been over 30 years ago. It's bad business because 95% of the time you'll never see it again...........I'm 51 now and I'm a kuripot with my money, I worked hard for my pension!
I experience that lol. I must have lent it to 6 people or more, until I learnt my lesson lol. Must have been under £1,500. I'm 42 though. Nowadays people know to not ask me for money for some reason, I don't know why they know. Yes, you will never get it back
yes hello they do that and more i was in duma last year for 6months and i made mistakes spending with filipina so i will be back later and i will have a simple spending and simple life without expats who are trouble. thanks
Lets not forget people it's not just irresponsible Americans there are many other westerners from many other countries around this world who are also in the Philippines misbehaving and of poor character and I'm very sure the countries they came from are very happy to se them gone because they were like it there , in PI it's cheaper for them to drink more and of course abuse young Philippine women .
Very well said my friend. If they're that unhappy then they should leave, not make people around them miserable. Too many negative people in this world and others living by the seat of their pants with no plans whatsoever 😒. Stay safe and healthy. God bless
"They started staring at me" They probably felt uncomfortable with the guy shouting at them an weren't starring AT you but looking TO you to make the situation go away.
Around year 2000, while living in Manila I contacted a Blue Cross broker ( a brit guy) to buy a medical insurance. It was not cheap but I paid the whole 1 year premium. After almost a year I wanted to renew but couldnt reach to the guy. I finally contacted another guy (an american) brokering for the Blue Cross as well and after checking my insurance policy number he told me the guy never registered my policy. He just catched the money for himself. So, if anythig had happenned to me I was not covered! Finally, I could find the brit guy and ...he paid me back. So, yes, always be alert and aware of scammers.
well I've worked in SE Asia going on 26 years and yes have met all these and 90% of the time my issues are with other expats. given loans. and then had issues getting the money back. it transfers from being their problem (no money) to your problem ( getting the money back). then again I've met some top blokes.
Well, in all my time spent in the Philippines I have heard some expats that do minor complaining but they usually know that they chose to live here for the good of it. I chose to pick the right expats to associate with as well. They are easy to pin-point within the first meeting, so you can make your decision quickly to not associate with them there after. I agree with you Gio, I came to the Philippines to experience a new culture so I’d rather spend my time with the local people. I do have expat friends and they are all pretty cool people.
I dont associate at all with expats. I dont want to be lumped in with the Sex Tourists, Alcoholics, and general Arsholes that think they are better than Filipinos.
Retired expat from the US, lived in Thailand the past five years. Haven't met many expats. We don't frequent bars. Don't really miss them. Enjoy hanging out with the friends of my Thai Wife. The Thais are great people!!
Some people do not have an understanding of money. I have learned the hard way from medical issues and other reasons to keep a reserve. Understand what I need verses my wants. The Philippines is just an opportunity to live simple and at a minimum. But if you never learned that !?
My first trip to the Philippines I was approached by a thin American guy around 30 years old with long blond hair and a beard wearing a dirty t-shirt, shorts, and flip flops asking for money. It happened right in front of the Mandarin Plaza hotel in Cebu City.
Lol mskes me think of Robert , a Yank I met by chance in Manila. Tried to sell me a gold mine for about $5000 cnda. He talked a big story, had a fancy SUV and pressured me hard with his sales tactics. I knew it was bogus cause he had the water and power shut off in his apartment.
Gio, first time seeing your channel. Well stated. Sad times we are living in....I believe there are far more good people in this world than bad one. Handle your business and all will work out the way it should. One Love!
I have a few expats friends but we dont vc see a lot of eachother we go for lunch every couple off mounths they are all great guys I came here to retire and enjoy life not to sit in a bar with other foriners and ramble on I do think where I live helps it's not exactly where foriners want to live
i love the honesty of this content.. being a Filipino i would love to hear honest reviews about you living with us, living in our country. stay safe, don't be so trustful. i am an expat too living in Abu Dhabi UAE.. lol enjoy the rest of your stay.
What sad story. The must personal or personality issues! I don't live there but from doing all my research my opinion is the Philippines is a great country with amazing people! I have subscribed to so many ExPat and Filipino channels. They may need healing or learn appreciation !
Excellent subject Gio. I will be in Philippines sometime in next 2 months and have been thinking exactly about what you're talking about. I am married to a province girl and was seriously thinking about moving to area with more infrastructure (don't want to give location) but have second thoughts for reasons you describe in video. Don't want to experience "guilt by association " If you live in expat community and something criminal happens by another expat, it can only cause trouble for yourself and family.
Where I live there is a english man have not meet him locals say he is not very friendly. Been here for 3 years only spoke to one expat for a few minuits on the road one day seems a nice man.
Absolutely correct Gio. It's understandably guilt by association. We all have individual responsibility to behave as we would as guests in someone's home. As always, its the very few who harm the many good.
Point on Gio! Glad you brought this up. I had issues with them arsoles, shites expats whilst living in Moalboal. Complaining about this and that, so, I told a group of them this, “if you’re country is so perfect, why da fek you are here and marry Filipinas?” Stay clear from them. Don’t walk, but run!!!
I heard this group mumbling on and on finally ask them if they were captured with nets by their masters . They all shut up . Everyone is there for the same reason and they all found it however there’s consequences to be endured with that order of prioritizing . If there wasn’t you wouldn’t have found what you did here to begin with .
Watch out for the ugly expats I just got back from cambodia 🇰🇭 and didn't connect with other expats which was good previous visits to Thailand and the Phillipines the locals and expats are all over you for free drinks, food and money 💰 I don't like to mix any more with expats looking for a free ride !
Gio, if you like to live in a quiet, peaceful with beaches place in the Philippines, try Ilocos Norte, where there's not that many foreigners living there and people are very caring, specially to strangers.
Great vlog! Probably only a matter of time before PI changes Visa rules to more closely mirror ^Thailand. It's a bit of a pain but it eliminates foreigners coming in without realistic expectations, sufficient savings and/or income.
Gio - I have lived in Colombia for 15 years - and all that you said is spot on. It is not the majority, but I avoid Gringos like the plague. The one's that are bad, players, party guys (drugs) and loud mouths, are f n' toxic. It is the same in most Asia and Latin countries that have Expats, they give a bad name to all of us. I don't have the capacity to stay quiet, I rarely run into them (and as you stated, the small groups that drink together) but when I do read them the riot act, they hurt us all. But very well said.
You hit the nail on the head!! I'm not going to another country to hang around a group of American ex-pats. Second, I'm looking at Spanish-speaking countries. I must learn the language and customs. I agree with your comments about wanting to avoid living around and socializing only with ex-pats. I instead find my cafe and out-of-the-way eating spots and mingle with the locals. Don't get me wrong, Some ex-pats can provide important information. But I don't want to live in an ex-pat enclave and limit my exposure to the locals. I follow Shakespeare's saying, "neither a lender nor a borrower be." I've given to my family, knowing it won't come back. I don't have a problem with that. Everybody else? Forget about it. I laughed at your statement about the "old guys." Yep, that's me. I'll be the 70-year-old guy. I was retired before, then the municipality I worked for went bankrupt, cutting my pension, and I lost my retiree healthcare. I had no choice but to go back to work. Fortunately, I could get another job and earn another pension by 2027. So as you say, two steady pensions and Social Security (not my full SS income--the tax laws force me to lose fifty percent because it's considered "double dipping." I always had part-time hustles, which paid into Social Security. But the municipal pensions did not. So the SSA reduces my full benefit by a maximum of 50%). Stashed away money in deferred income and so forth. Plus, I'm working on starting my part-time online gig, hence the importance of having solid WiFi access to work abroad. Since getting burned before in retirement, I want to minimize my exposure to income loss. Sorry about the lengthy pontification, Keep doing what you're doing.
Thomas Sowell said we can judge people as individuals or as members of a group but I always thought this idea was a bit naive: I judge people BOTH as individuals and as members of a group. So when I see a table of loud people drinking alcohol, I can judge them individually, as some will be louder than others, or as a group, as some tables are made up of quiet non-drinkers etc. This thought process can be applied to any group I wish to classify or analyze and often takes one in a politically incorrect direction. I make no apologies for that. I will continue to judge groups based on their group behaviour.
I stay away from expats, not interested in their stories, I’m ok with meeting friends here, but when politics and religion start coming up in the conversation, I’m out🙂
But if you are asking Americans in America on American Facebook to donate to your American PayPal account, it's not illegal. It's certainly suspicious and possibly unethical, but that what buyer beware is for. Don't just give you money to someone without checking it out.
10:30 hopefully now with remote work a lot more of us younger folks who work remotely will start traveling abroad. I know that's on the agenda for me. I work remote as a Software Engineer and I would love to learn about their culture more, meet some filipina women, and explore a bit more.
For me some expats have too much free time on their hands. IMHO you need to redefine your purpose here and spend part of the day being productive and making a difference in your life or others. For me, I stay away from the areas where high concentrations of expats are. It's best to take your time and find like minded people but keep your circle small. Having a hobby and exercising daily really helps as well. A good partner is probably the most important aspect of aging well and being fulfilled with retirement here. Thanks Gio for what you do, have a great day ahead and take care always.
Though Americans take the cake, every culture sees their own culture in this way when they see them abroad and in the same way you suddenly see your own model of car everywhere after you’ve bought it. The reality is good people are good people and jerks are jerks everywhere.
You are describing the classic 'ugly American' but on steroids. I'm probably going to catch some flack for this, especially since I don't live in the Philippines, but I do have a Filipino wife, have friends and have visited. Plus we're likely moving there this year or next. But much of my opinion comes from watching 10 years worth of predominantly American CZcams vloggers exposing these guys. The guys we're referring to are rejects or are embittered, live outside of cultural norms, feel entitled, but have no real place in their own country. But alas they can get away with a lot crap in the Philippines. Additionally they can feel good about themselves because in their minds they are attractive to Filipino women. And we all know why they are attractive, it's because they have a few American dollars. Unfortunately, as you have and others have implied, they sully the reputation of the 90+% of good American guys in the Philippines. It's a shame.
No flack man, because you are 100% correct. Society always gravitates towards the bad perception. It's the same thing with people thinking filipinas are just scammers or gold diggers. Or that all expats are sexpats. Nobody cares to see the awesome filipinas or the true filipino-american love stories. It's a shame the world is this way.
No flack here, your just saying it like you see it and most of us can concur. Materialistic items and money will never make a person who they truly are. No matter your worth in this world, always be kind to others and never take advantage of another person’s situation. Respect the culture and the people and be the best you can be. Most importantly stay humble and be good to others.
Why do think thailand changes their rules on those that retire in thailand. Vietnam also kick a lot of foreigners out. Now mexico has done the same. Could philippines do the same as thailand and made those that retire in the country. Have the financial means to retire there?
Yea good video!! Spot on. Me I go to the Philippines to mix with the filipinos and the culture im happy not too see any foreign people i go provinces wer hardly any . Hence why I'd stay away from Bali defeats the purpose
I’m going to comment on the behavior of expats. I find your comments interesting. The difference is I’m living in Bangkok Thailand. I’m 66 years old, retired. I have lived here for about two years. Moved here because I wanted to experience living overseas. I have good pension, health insurance, no financial issues. I’m a member of an expat forum for Thailand. A good number of the members bash what others post. Even if it’s for general information. And from what a number of these expats say. They moved here because they dislike their own western country other western type countries. They have small insufficient incomes and complain about the cost of things. They have no health insurance and complain about the cost of medical care. Their main focus is worrying when the bars will open again They also seem to think they don’t have to abide by rules because they are not citizens here. Again not all but a good number. They hate their own country, dislike other countries, and move here. But from what they say they aren’t happy here either.
When i was in the Navy, we were warned about being the “ ugly American”. Ive seen too many military guys badmouthing the country we were guests in. Many americans think the whole world revolves around the US way of doing things. Too many sailors never saw the sites of the great countries we visited. Most never make it pass the first bar in a new country.
6:45 I said it elsewhere in a thread 2 days ago; if I left Norway to move to the Philippines, I'd have zero interest in settling in places that are foreigner hotspots, or in big cities\towns where they are or the nightlife\bar-life, foreigner-hangout life and the like, or places like Boracay, Manila, Cebu, Makati, Dumaguete and the like............ NOO thank you. I want to be located, way out of the way, where foreigners aren't present, out of the way in hidden gems, deep into the Filipino culture and its breath-taking nature, where what I'd see around me would be Filipinos in Filipino culture out in nature somewhat. Being around a load of expats would have zero appeal to me.
Maayon buntag...Hiya Gio.... I could not have said it better myself except there would have been quite a few xtra choice words added, Stay safe on your travels ... Enjoy the trip and stay healthy. Take care and Kind regards T
When i was playing music in Club meds around the world, i felt the same way as you, when people from my country would get drunk, scream and act like idiots ate the pool bar..(man and wife) Then later at supper time, they would come and sit with me cuz i was the musician and from the same country as them.. What an embarrassment.. I understand you so much!
I agree with what u said.. Don’t go broke in the Philippines. I’m from Manila, living in states over 45 yrs. I heard Ex pats talking about everything is cheap there. If you have serious medical condition , No money, no treatment, at the hospital show your money before admission. Many scammers there .
Good information,coming in may to retire I'm 61 and have my revenue stream. I have been doing my research but also rely on vloggers like you cal,Steve for boots on the ground information.
I think some people tuned into this livestream hoping you'd spill the tea, as the saying goes, but not necessary. We've all encountered those Americans abroad, as both expats and tourists. There are some expat CZcamsrs in the Philippines who are super-sketchy and who I would NEVER want to meet when I go there later this year. All I can say is that the Filipino authorities must be very tolerant and patient to put up with some of the behavior I've seen with these guys. Is their bad behavior representative of Americans in general? Probably not, but they have lots of Filipino viewers and to them, that IS "American behavior". I'm guessing these guys were assholes back in the States, too.
Daniel Bradford : very correct wherever these kind of people are the are very much the same ,I don't like calling names but I have one for them and it's they are Dead Heads .
@@mikemikie8312 I have no problem with the word "asshole" if it's an accurate description. But these people are easy to avoid and everyone should. They bring nothing but misery and trouble to everyone who associates with them.
Watchin from texas bro! Yes, we’ve heard that lots of tons of foreigners there in Dumaguete. Well, if theyre just drinking alcohol all days, ofcourse the wifes will also complain.
I have made 12 trips, starting in 1999. 11 trips to Dagupan City, where it seems I am the only white guy there. I did see a Mormon one time. Then a older gentleman downtown. White guy in Bolinao, near hundred islands. My point is none of them ever approach me. This last trip, my 12th, I stayed in the Manila area for the first time. I stayed in Makati. Lots of white people there. I spent a week in Tondo. Didn’t see any white people there. Scratch that. One guy. I would like to stay longer than 2-4 weeks but the opportunity cost would be high. I am 47. I probably could retire on my 401k. Then wait for my Teamsters pension and social security to kick in. I would like to socialize more with Americans. Not to complain though. It is what it is. My next trip will only be 2-3 weeks in General Santos. Maybe in September. Then maybe if I am lucky a 3 month stay or 2 - 6 week stays next year. Which will really piss off my employer. I think I figured out how to use this new FMLA benefit we have in WA State. Get paid, and keep my job. We’ll see. Yeah, my GF lives in Gensan. Yes, I have met her. Has a kid, yes I am crazy. Probably asking for trouble. So far she seems the real thing. I will spend more time, and discover who she really is.
PT Barnum said it best….” there’s a sucker born every minute”. Easy enough. Mind your own P’S & Q’S. If you want to make some money stand on your own two legs and figure something out yourself. Good and……. “rotten” in each society, birds of a feather…???
Thank you, the information you shared was very good for people to know. I also want to thank you for the video you did on Ayang's Place. I saw it and then moved there and my wife and I are very satisfied.
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Gio i know expats who shot each other in maila back in the day. Mostly but not all to do with owning clubs. Wild west in the 80s and 90s.
But you play golf get let into the country clubs all over Philippines you will meet expats who have big companies or great jobs. They often speak the language. Drugs screw up a lot of mad foreigners. Thats how people end up on the streets.
Keep them great videos coming Gio
Yeah. I'd rather go with less expats. Just like in the middle of the jungle. A village.
I worked until I was 69. That was because I wanted to have a good income in my retirement. I met my Filipina wife in Hong Kong and we got married in the Philippines in 2001 and I brought her to the USA . She did well there, we bought a house and then I retired from my job as a Park Ranger. After 10 years in the US, my wife asked me if I wanted to move to the PI. I said yes and so we put our house up for sale. Since we lived in Austin, TX, we had no problem with selling the house. Made a gapped profit, and we move here in 2019. We have a nice house and yard, and most of our friends are Locals. I have met a few foreigners, and hope to get together with them soon. I am enjoying living here, and have great family and friends.
I experienced foreigners complaining about Filipinos and the Philippines the very first time that I visited here in 2006. I'm retired military and I just blew it off. I've now been living here for 15 years, since I was 51, and I clearly remember way back when, foreigners that had obviously been here a while, not even simply acknowledging my existence. A little strange, but I've more or less become the same. I'm of course cordial if one of them speaks to me. And I'll even carry on a conversation. But I tend to keep my distance when it comes to foreigners here. I've learned to live without them I guess 😊
Been here a little over 4 years and I am the same. I have a small group of expat friends but tend to not really interact with them xpats outside my little circle. I always attribute this to my ex.leo background. Some of my friends have, I suspect, a bit of a secret past but I definitely have firm limits and live within them.
I don't go out of my way to speak to any foreigners i might eventually have a couple oh that's about it i don't like whiners and complainer i burned my money now it's time to enjoy with my job i was able to retired 59 becoming come on a 61 this October what is this people feel realize we are guests of this beautiful country
I'm very good at reading people
That’s why I came here to live, to get away from @#$%! lol I keep to myself and have very few people I would call friends, we have a big family and we stay busy with them. I’ve lived here for 30 years now and that’s just me! Take care, stay Safe!
@@jackmeloff3335 Your name reminds me of a joke I heard years ago. I'm sure you've heard it. I think it was Jack Mehoff.
One thing you have to consider about other expats in any country: some may have moved to a country like the Philippines for the cost of living, the women, the beaches or whatever, but there are certainly a few expats that have moved overseas because the are criminals or are running/hiding from the misdeeds they did in their home countries, and most of those will not change their ways. I have always been more worried or cautious with other foreigners or tourists when traveling then with the locals.
Facts
True but it's best to follow a general rule of thumb in life, particularly with new people you meet,, small talk and friendliness without getting too involved with personal matters, keep your cards close to your chest for a long while until you know someone very well, and even then don't rush into anything they are offering.
I'm in Cebu province and I have one expat from the usa and one from Europe and we have the same values and beliefs that we are guests here and we respect the phillipino people and culture
Thank you. There are still many human beings that have manners.
I had one expat acquaintance just like that here in Thailand. I met this British guy in my language school. Even in retrospect that seems like a safe place to meet people. We really clicked and went out to lunch a few times. I was a newbie to SE Asia and he as dispensing sage advice. Within a couple of months he went back to his girlfriend in Laos and then the stories got weird. He was having problems with his family in England and he was running out of money and his girlfriend got pregnant. Eventually it got to the point where his children were crying from hunger and he wanted me to invest a few thousand dollars in a project of his. I of course said no. My legitimate excuse was that I had just got married to my Thai wife and now had family commitments. He immediately unfriended me on Facebook and I’ve never here from him again. While I read seemingly countless expats moaning on social media I have been lucky to meet nice guys (sometimes a little strange) in real life.
He was never your friend...
My first trip to Cebu I met a guy at Ayala Mall who gave me a sob story and asked me for money. He said that he was denied benefits by the VA. Later in the conversation I asked what branch of the military he was in and he admitted that he never served. 😅
Yea, all too common.
@@GiointhePhilippines As a military veteran I hate and despise fakes like that who never served and take our military identity to scam people
@@GeneRogers-lo1qy -Ditto Bro......stolen valor makes me so angry! Proud 20 year NAVY Vet.
Omg😂😂😂
@@GeneRogers-lo1qy One older vet said only 260 Navy SEALS served in Vietnam, yet he had met about a thousand 'Vets' who claimed to be former Nam SEALs. I can't stand those stolen valor pukes.
You ACTUALLY painted a good picture of what a new expat, like me, night experience and how to handle the situation!
I learned in the Navy, if the ship before us caused trouble, it affected our port call.. guilt by association…
I prefer places with less or no foreigners.
There's a village in Sicily that banned Americans and Brits--but not other nationalities---from their taverns and restaurants because so many of our countrymen had behaved badly. Now you know how immigrants to the States feel when they get painted with the same broad brush as the worst among them.
I agree about expats. When I had a contract to teach English in Asia, the company during onboarding warned me to not hang out too much with expats because of that exact reason. They complain a lot and you'll end up negative like them. I'll have a few good expat friends in my circle when I move there.
Interesting... guilt by association, huh?
So the beauty school next to my photography studio in SD had a student from the P.I. for 3 weeks, getting 3 certs.
So she did makeup for one of my clients. We worked late. So I gave her a ride to her bnb.
She asked me, how can you be black and afford this photography studio and nice muscle car in California? I told her that's a weird question and in the USA race don't determine the success... hard work and discipline does.
She then told me there are a lot of old white expats where she lives and she says they told her that blacks in the USA are poor, uneducated and violent and not to go near them. I was shocked!
I told her that was a horrible lie. I don't know if she was lying... but I used her for a few clients and she was an excellent MUA. One of my professional portrait clients was a black female attorney opening her own firm. I hired her to do the makeup and she was so shocked when my client told her she is an attorney. We ended up becoming friends till she got her certs and returned to, I believe, Makati. If nothing else, she learned about diversity in the USA.
Are there really racist expats over there teaching hate?
You would be surprised. I found out that most of those who are rather ignorant come from lower income families who never had the chance to be culturally educated or sensitive and therefore develop into willfully ignorant bigots. It is more prevalent as one goes to the lower ranks. They then would then tell Filipinos who have had no prior exposure to other cultures except mostly Caucasian Americans who dominated the armed forces until about twenty to fifteen years ago. Those, like your friend, upon arriving in the states display their naïveté much to their embarrassment.
Being 61, there is a great piece of mind knowing I have a steady income every month for life from several sources. Living in Davao city I haven’t seen too many expats, maybe they aren’t here or it’s just bad timing on my part. I won’t go out of my way to make friends with expats, but I won’t be too obnoxious about it either.
Great video my Floridian brother!
Unfortunately, there are people like that all over the world. Two types of people in this world, givers and takers.
When people make bad choices they must deal with the consequences. Trying to retire in any foreign country without a pension is never a good idea. All stay positive and have a wonderful year. Keep it real and stay humble.
True
The mangos made me do it😁✌🏽
Good friend of mine living in RP once told me that the locals might take a few hundred pesos from you, but it's your fellow X-pat who can steal your life savings.
Now those are some true words!
@@GiointhePhilippines Gio, I've had the same philosophy all my life regardless of where I live. If someone asks me for a loan, I assume I'll never get it back. So I have to decide if I'm prepared to simply give that amount of money away. If I am, fine. If I'm not, then I just say no.
@@DrDlane True
Gio, you are correct with your assumption, as whenever my wife and I have had to travel to Cebu or Manila for an appointment and, when we decide to go shopping (being one of the first several hundred people entering into a Mall, the first thing that I see is some foreigner walking with his very young Filipina Girlfriend / Spouse, make their way to a Shakey's, where he whips out his wallet and hands out a wad of Pesos to his female companion. She then saunters off with her young girlfriends, while he orders a large pizza and a pitcher of beer and, it's only 10:00! Within a short period of time, he's joined with other foreigners and my first thought is, don't they have anything better to do that sit and drink? We have even seen foreigners begging for money on street corners much like you are used to seeing in many cities in the U.S., with people standing around on street corners, asking for "hand-outs". Unsure what this is all about, unless they are looking for more money to spend on alcohol or drugs.
Additionally, when we drive down to Ozamiz CIty, to take care of either banking, grocery shopping or, whatever, we will see foreigners complaining about the Philippines, the weather, not having the kind of food that they like to eat, nor the correct TV Programs that they like to watch and, after being stationed most of my Air Force Career overseas here in the Far East, I often wonder if these foreigners had made the wrong decision, by not properly planning ahead of time, as to me, there are many that are here enjoying themselves, while there are also many that seem to complain about almost everything that has to do with their decision to live here in the Philippines.
With ourselves, we chose to retire here, in a farming / fishing community on Iligan Bay, outside of Clarin, Misamis Occidental and, we are quite happy with our decision, as life is what you make of it and, my wife and I (both formerly widows) are enjoying all that life has to offer, with nothing to complain about. On an additional note, we don't drink nor smoke, as we have more important things to do with our pensions, than wasting it on non-essentials
Fabulous video, I have a Filipino wife and when we visit there I purposely avoid ex-pat groups, we go there to enjoy ourselves, visit her family and have a great time, if I want to be with my own nationality (Aussie) I will stay home.
The worst scammer i came across was a foreigner. He would hang around outside hotels and tell you he was an ex-serviceman and needed $70 to get the ferry home because he was robbed. The reception staff told me he had been getting money all day and night (it was a nice hotel i was in).
@@paulsmith2279 who knows -even if he got 5 people a day he would do pretty well...
I agree that a few can ruin it for all. I live In Sariaya, Quezon Province. I live about 15 km from any city. It is awesome. I know of one expat about 20 km from me in Lucena. It is a great life. The filpinos are awesome to me. I don't challenge them and I always smile. It would be nice to talk or bs with an expat once in a while and we plan to travel soon around Luzon which will enable me to meet some of my FB friends. My suggestion to other expats is to stay out of the way when another expat is acting stupid. You may be drawn into the trouble. Time to take a siesta!
On a recent trip to Cambodia I saw more Down and Out Expats than anywhere in Asia. Liquor is very cheap and most any kind of Drugs are readily available. Its really sad to see so many retired people sitting in the bar all day and night drinking 50 cent beers or homeless expats walking the streets, stoned out of their mind. I am really glad that the Philippines is tough on Illegal Drugs.
Down and out.....well I would really want to venture Cambodia one day.
Thanks for the info , I'm on my way to Cambodia.
You are right, Kampot is full of those.
I submit that all drugs should be legal. It should be personal choice.
All I can say is that I hope I don't run into one of these beggars. If an expat can't make it in the Philippines then he/she has a serious problem.
This sounds like when I was first stationed aboard my ship at Guam. Some sailors and their wives bitterly complaining about everything and being stuck at the end of the world. Fortunately my sponsor and my senior chief warned me about that attitude and I met some active locals and a couple of outgoing expats who enjoyed life and Guam. It was a great duty station and introduced me to the Philippines. Of my time in the Navy, my ship and Guam were the highlight and I have been waiting to return to the PH.
I can think of two vloggers. One lives on 800$ month and talks about buying cruise ships. Either delusional or running a scam. Another is a complete jerk who got 18 year old Filipina pregnant. He collected money for Odette and now has bought a new car and seems to be on a spending spree. Isn’t someone in the Philipines government watching these guys?
I know who you’re talking about you might be right or possibly you could be judging too quickly I’m not sure
Mark Thornton and the other is Sunshine Shoulders Calvin. Cockaroachs Inc
@@elliottschertzer876
He's talking of Tim K, the typhoon money they raised allegedly used to buy a new car and that's why Tim and his wife Chrissy is under gov't investigation, not sure if it's resolved already.
I met a begging expat in Costa Rica several years ago. I walked out of a bakery somewhere North of Dominical. About a block away this guy comes up to me, trying to sell me a zip lock bag full of cookies. I instantly noticed they were the same cookies from the bakery I just visited. He started carrying on about how his girlfriend scamed him and he couldn't go home because his family had turned on him etc, etc, etc. I just had to tell him no. The last thing he said to me was "Come on, man! I'm so hungry!" I said, "So eat the cookies". He gave me a priceless look and walked away, talking to himself. I saw him around town a few more times during my time there and could tell he wasn't really starving. I wonder what ever happened to him.
It took me only twice in my life to get burned from loaning money out and that's been over 30 years ago. It's bad business because 95% of the time you'll never see it again...........I'm 51 now and I'm a kuripot with my money, I worked hard for my pension!
I experience that lol. I must have lent it to 6 people or more, until I learnt my lesson lol. Must have been under £1,500. I'm 42 though. Nowadays people know to not ask me for money for some reason, I don't know why they know. Yes, you will never get it back
yes hello they do that and more i was in duma last year for 6months and i made mistakes spending with filipina so i will be back later and i will have a simple spending and simple life without expats who are trouble. thanks
Yes....we Filipinos as long as you do respect us ....we will multiply that and gave you back.
That:s a sad reality! People are people no matter what race anyway!
Lets not forget people it's not just irresponsible Americans there are many other westerners from many other countries around this world who are also in the Philippines misbehaving and of poor character and I'm very sure the countries they came from are very happy to se them gone because they were like it there , in PI it's cheaper for them to drink more and of course abuse young Philippine women .
You have expats for some reason who refused to let their emotional baggage go and start new.
Very well said my friend. If they're that unhappy then they should leave, not make people around them miserable. Too many negative people in this world and others living by the seat of their pants with no plans whatsoever 😒. Stay safe and healthy. God bless
"They started staring at me" They probably felt uncomfortable with the guy shouting at them an weren't starring AT you but looking TO you to make the situation go away.
Yep. VFW post 2485 Angeles City. Old men, bar girls. and Walking Street. Cirrhosis of the liver and STD’s.
Around year 2000, while living in Manila I contacted a Blue Cross broker ( a brit guy) to buy a medical insurance. It was not cheap but I paid the whole 1 year premium. After almost a year I wanted to renew but couldnt reach to the guy. I finally contacted another guy (an american) brokering for the Blue Cross as well and after checking my insurance policy number he told me the guy never registered my policy. He just catched the money for himself.
So, if anythig had happenned to me I was not covered! Finally, I could find the brit guy and ...he paid me back. So, yes, always be alert and aware of scammers.
well I've worked in SE Asia going on 26 years and yes have met all these and 90% of the time my issues are with other expats. given loans. and then had issues getting the money back. it transfers from being their problem (no money) to your problem ( getting the money back).
then again I've met some top blokes.
Well, in all my time spent in the Philippines I have heard some expats that do minor complaining but they usually know that they chose to live here for the good of it. I chose to pick the right expats to associate with as well. They are easy to pin-point within the first meeting, so you can make your decision quickly to not associate with them there after.
I agree with you Gio, I came to the Philippines to experience a new culture so I’d rather spend my time with the local people. I do have expat friends and they are all pretty cool people.
I dont associate at all with expats. I dont want to be lumped in with the Sex Tourists, Alcoholics, and general Arsholes that think they are better than Filipinos.
@@philippineislandadventures4744 makes me laugh cause its kinda true.
Retired expat from the US, lived in Thailand the past five years.
Haven't met many expats. We don't frequent bars. Don't really miss them. Enjoy hanging out with the friends of my Thai Wife. The Thais are great people!!
Pretty depressing video. I just keep my distance. I’m not in the Philippines to meet foreign men.
Fortunately I keep to myself love living in the Philippines it's been just over 5 years enjoy watching videos of all the beautiful places
Those who seek the worst will find it, no matter where they live.
Some people do not have an understanding of money. I have learned the hard way from medical issues and other reasons to keep a reserve. Understand what I need verses my wants. The Philippines is just an opportunity to live simple and at a minimum.
But if you never learned that !?
My first trip to the Philippines I was approached by a thin American guy around 30 years old with long blond hair and a beard wearing a dirty t-shirt, shorts, and flip flops asking for money. It happened right in front of the Mandarin Plaza hotel in Cebu City.
I believe it
Good topic, Gio. It's good to cover this again every so often. Thanks for the reminder.
Lol mskes me think of Robert , a Yank I met by chance in Manila. Tried to sell me a gold mine for about $5000 cnda. He talked a big story, had a fancy SUV and pressured me hard with his sales tactics. I knew it was bogus cause he had the water and power shut off in his apartment.
Gio’s a smart man, one of the few I would take advice from. Good wake up video.
If you don't want to see the guy again 'lend' him twice what he asked, but with a time limit.
Gio, first time seeing your channel. Well stated. Sad times we are living in....I believe there are far more good people in this world than bad one. Handle your business and all will work out the way it should. One Love!
Welcome!
I have a few expats friends but we dont vc see a lot of eachother we go for lunch every couple off mounths they are all great guys
I came here to retire and enjoy life not to sit in a bar with other foriners and ramble on
I do think where I live helps it's not exactly where foriners want to live
This is REALLY! INFORMATIVE especially at the end!
i love the honesty of this content.. being a Filipino i would love to hear honest reviews about you living with us, living in our country.
stay safe, don't be so trustful. i am an expat too living in Abu Dhabi UAE.. lol
enjoy the rest of your stay.
Thank you!
I agree with what you say. I stay away from the same type people. I do not go to the cities. I love the province.
What sad story. The must personal or personality issues! I don't live there but from doing all my research my opinion is the Philippines is a great country with amazing people! I have subscribed to so many ExPat and Filipino channels. They may need healing or learn appreciation !
Excellent subject Gio.
I will be in Philippines sometime in next 2 months and have been thinking exactly about what you're talking about.
I am married to a province girl and was seriously thinking about moving to area with more infrastructure (don't want to give location) but have second thoughts for reasons you describe in video.
Don't want to experience "guilt by association "
If you live in expat community and something criminal happens by another expat, it can only cause trouble for yourself and family.
Where I live there is a english man have not meet him locals say he is not very friendly. Been here for 3 years only spoke to one expat for a few minuits on the road one day seems a nice man.
When I first came to the Philippines I looked out for people from my world after two years here now I avoid them like the plague
I think that happens to a lot of us.
Not very busy in outside dining....I would call it shabby chic....not meant in a derogatory way...its just how it is there generally I find
Thats the spirit Gio. 🙂 Let the locals make their opinions based on your actions ✔ not the actions of others.
:-)
Absolutely correct Gio. It's understandably guilt by association. We all have individual responsibility to behave as we would as guests in someone's home. As always, its the very few who harm the many good.
Neither a lender
Nor a borrower am I
Only thing my waste of a space father ever taught me from a young age
Help the brother out till his cruise ship gets off dry dock. 😁
Point on Gio!
Glad you brought this up.
I had issues with them arsoles, shites expats whilst living in Moalboal.
Complaining about this and that, so, I told a group of them this, “if you’re country is so perfect, why da fek you are here and marry Filipinas?”
Stay clear from them. Don’t walk, but run!!!
True
I heard this group mumbling on and on finally ask them if they were captured with nets by their masters . They all shut up . Everyone is there for the same reason and they all found it however there’s consequences to be endured with that order of prioritizing . If there wasn’t you wouldn’t have found what you did here to begin with .
Watch out for the ugly expats I just got back from cambodia 🇰🇭 and didn't connect with other expats which was good previous visits to Thailand and the Phillipines the locals and expats are all over you for free drinks, food and money 💰 I don't like to mix any more with expats looking for a free ride !
Gio, if you like to live in a quiet, peaceful with beaches place in the Philippines, try Ilocos Norte, where there's not that many foreigners living there and people are very caring, specially to strangers.
I’ve heard this from more than one CZcamsr, it makes sense.
Great vlog!
Probably only a matter of time before PI changes Visa rules to more closely mirror ^Thailand. It's a bit of a pain but it eliminates foreigners coming in without realistic expectations, sufficient savings and/or income.
Gio - I have lived in Colombia for 15 years - and all that you said is spot on. It is not the majority, but I avoid Gringos like the plague. The one's that are bad, players, party guys (drugs) and loud mouths, are f n' toxic. It is the same in most Asia and Latin countries that have Expats, they give a bad name to all of us. I don't have the capacity to stay quiet, I rarely run into them (and as you stated, the small groups that drink together) but when I do read them the riot act, they hurt us all. But very well said.
You hit the nail on the head!! I'm not going to another country to hang around a group of American ex-pats. Second, I'm looking at Spanish-speaking countries. I must learn the language and customs. I agree with your comments about wanting to avoid living around and socializing only with ex-pats. I instead find my cafe and out-of-the-way eating spots and mingle with the locals. Don't get me wrong, Some ex-pats can provide important information. But I don't want to live in an ex-pat enclave and limit my exposure to the locals. I follow Shakespeare's saying, "neither a lender nor a borrower be." I've given to my family, knowing it won't come back. I don't have a problem with that. Everybody else? Forget about it.
I laughed at your statement about the "old guys." Yep, that's me. I'll be the 70-year-old guy. I was retired before, then the municipality I worked for went bankrupt, cutting my pension, and I lost my retiree healthcare. I had no choice but to go back to work. Fortunately, I could get another job and earn another pension by 2027. So as you say, two steady pensions and Social Security (not my full SS income--the tax laws force me to lose fifty percent because it's considered "double dipping." I always had part-time hustles, which paid into Social Security. But the municipal pensions did not. So the SSA reduces my full benefit by a maximum of 50%). Stashed away money in deferred income and so forth. Plus, I'm working on starting my part-time online gig, hence the importance of having solid WiFi access to work abroad. Since getting burned before in retirement, I want to minimize my exposure to income loss.
Sorry about the lengthy pontification, Keep doing what you're doing.
Same in Thailand, Gio. I've avoided other expats here for 13 years, for all the same reasons.
I think all over Asia
Thomas Sowell said we can judge people as individuals or as members of a group but I always thought this idea was a bit naive: I judge people BOTH as individuals and as members of a group.
So when I see a table of loud people drinking alcohol, I can judge them individually, as some will be louder than others, or as a group, as some tables are made up of quiet non-drinkers etc.
This thought process can be applied to any group I wish to classify or analyze and often takes one in a politically incorrect direction. I make no apologies for that. I will continue to judge groups based on their group behaviour.
Awesome views from that restaurant and good advice Gio! Enjoy your meal!
HI Gio. When I meet other western men. They are to nosy. I keep my life here private.
I stay away from expats, not interested in their stories, I’m ok with meeting friends here, but when politics and religion start coming up in the conversation, I’m out🙂
He just bashed the Bible like the Bible made the guy scream.........if you refuse God that's on you
@@berlinbear11b18 May Allah bless you.
@@Falconlibrary Jesus died for our sin and God raised Him 3 days later from the dead I shall follow Him. You can follow the other guy
Agreed, I'm with you.
Expats gone bad. I look forward to hearing this
I’d heard that is illegal to ask for donations unless you got a permit from the barangay.
Yes, it is.
But if you are asking Americans in America on American Facebook to donate to your American PayPal account, it's not illegal. It's certainly suspicious and possibly unethical, but that what buyer beware is for. Don't just give you money to someone without checking it out.
Gio my friend that is the sole reason that I want to live internationally, away from the negative and entitlement of west. Good show topic 😉
That’s a good way to put it we’re both in the same boat I’m tired of the worst it’ll probably get nuked soon anyway Time to bug out
10:30 hopefully now with remote work a lot more of us younger folks who work remotely will start traveling abroad. I know that's on the agenda for me. I work remote as a Software Engineer and I would love to learn about their culture more, meet some filipina women, and explore a bit more.
It's willful helplessness. I will give them NOTHING!
For me some expats have too much free time on their hands. IMHO you need to redefine your purpose here and spend part of the day being productive and making a difference in your life or others. For me, I stay away from the areas where high concentrations of expats are. It's best to take your time and find like minded people but keep your circle small. Having a hobby and exercising daily really helps as well. A good partner is probably the most important aspect of aging well and being fulfilled with retirement here. Thanks Gio for what you do, have a great day ahead and take care always.
Wish people in general have your self awareness and courtesy (no matter what race) hope you have a wonderful stay in our country man
Thanks 🙏
Though Americans take the cake, every culture sees their own culture in this way when they see them abroad and in the same way you suddenly see your own model of car everywhere after you’ve bought it. The reality is good people are good people and jerks are jerks everywhere.
I don't lend or give anyone anything. It works for me.
I totally agree. It is disgraceful especially since so many Filipinos need help and not us expats.
You are describing the classic 'ugly American' but on steroids. I'm probably going to catch some flack for this, especially since I don't live in the Philippines, but I do have a Filipino wife, have friends and have visited. Plus we're likely moving there this year or next. But much of my opinion comes from watching 10 years worth of predominantly American CZcams vloggers exposing these guys. The guys we're referring to are rejects or are embittered, live outside of cultural norms, feel entitled, but have no real place in their own country. But alas they can get away with a lot crap in the Philippines. Additionally they can feel good about themselves because in their minds they are attractive to Filipino women. And we all know why they are attractive, it's because they have a few American dollars. Unfortunately, as you have and others have implied, they sully the reputation of the 90+% of good American guys in the Philippines. It's a shame.
No flack man, because you are 100% correct. Society always gravitates towards the bad perception. It's the same thing with people thinking filipinas are just scammers or gold diggers. Or that all expats are sexpats. Nobody cares to see the awesome filipinas or the true filipino-american love stories. It's a shame the world is this way.
No flack here, your just saying it like you see it and most of us can concur. Materialistic items and money will never make a person who they truly are. No matter your worth in this world, always be kind to others and never take advantage of another person’s situation. Respect the culture and the people and be the best you can be. Most importantly stay humble and be good to others.
Yes maybe in the Philippines they are Americans but not in Vietnam or Cambodia.
no flack here, the classic 'ugly American' is what immediately came to my mind listening to Gio speak about those few expats that are just that.
I call it “pesonality “ lol. Usually from golddiggen hoes that are to stupid to know better! Hehehehe
The money part is very true, I don’t even loan to my family
I went through TAMPO! And it was tight and tough! But I made sure my TAMPO was just at tight! Now there is no problem.
Beautiful background or scenery especially the last part of the video.
It’s the same people in Vietnam and Cambodia like that. I have a rule do not lend Money. Keep up the good work.
Why do think thailand changes their rules on those that retire in thailand. Vietnam also kick a lot of foreigners out. Now mexico has done the same.
Could philippines do the same as thailand and made those that retire in the country. Have the financial means to retire there?
Damn...."Happy Days" is like a City on its self.
Yea good video!! Spot on. Me I go to the Philippines to mix with the filipinos and the culture im happy not too see any foreign people i go provinces wer hardly any . Hence why I'd stay away from Bali defeats the purpose
I’m going to comment on the behavior of expats. I find your comments interesting. The difference is I’m living in Bangkok Thailand. I’m 66 years old, retired. I have lived here for about two years. Moved here because I wanted to experience living overseas. I have good pension, health insurance, no financial issues.
I’m a member of an expat forum for Thailand. A good number of the members bash what others post. Even if it’s for general information.
And from what a number of these expats say. They moved here because they dislike their own western country other western type countries. They have small insufficient incomes and complain about the cost of things. They have no health insurance and complain about the cost of medical care.
Their main focus is worrying when the bars will open again
They also seem to think they don’t have to abide by rules because they are not citizens here.
Again not all but a good number.
They hate their own country, dislike other countries, and move here. But from what they say they aren’t happy here either.
I love your comment and totally agree.
I've seen some great forums destroyed by negativity and trolling.
When i was in the Navy, we were warned about being the “ ugly American”. Ive seen too many military guys badmouthing the country we were guests in. Many americans think the whole world revolves around the US way of doing things. Too many sailors never saw the sites of the great countries we visited. Most never make it pass the first bar in a new country.
Thanks for the video. Better name for the restaurant would be happy days deserted dining. Where are all the people?
Evenings, nobody likes going out in the hot sun.
6:45 I said it elsewhere in a thread 2 days ago; if I left Norway to move to the Philippines, I'd have zero interest in settling in places that are foreigner hotspots, or in big cities\towns where they are or the nightlife\bar-life, foreigner-hangout life and the like, or places like Boracay, Manila, Cebu, Makati, Dumaguete and the like............ NOO thank you. I want to be located, way out of the way, where foreigners aren't present, out of the way in hidden gems, deep into the Filipino culture and its breath-taking nature, where what I'd see around me would be Filipinos in Filipino culture out in nature somewhat. Being around a load of expats would have zero appeal to me.
Maayon buntag...Hiya Gio.... I could not have said it better myself except there would have been quite a few xtra choice words added, Stay safe on your travels ... Enjoy the trip and stay healthy. Take care and Kind regards T
Thank you
When i was playing music in Club meds around the world,
i felt the same way as you, when people from my country would get drunk, scream and act like idiots ate the pool bar..(man and wife)
Then later at supper time, they would come and sit with me cuz i was the musician and from the same country as them..
What an embarrassment..
I understand you so much!
I agree with what u said.. Don’t go broke in the Philippines.
I’m from Manila, living in states over 45 yrs.
I heard Ex pats talking about everything is cheap there. If you have serious medical condition , No money, no treatment, at the hospital show your money before admission.
Many scammers there .
Good information,coming in may to retire I'm 61 and have my revenue stream. I have been doing my research but also rely on vloggers like you cal,Steve for boots on the ground information.
Thank you
I think some people tuned into this livestream hoping you'd spill the tea, as the saying goes, but not necessary. We've all encountered those Americans abroad, as both expats and tourists.
There are some expat CZcamsrs in the Philippines who are super-sketchy and who I would NEVER want to meet when I go there later this year. All I can say is that the Filipino authorities must be very tolerant and patient to put up with some of the behavior I've seen with these guys. Is their bad behavior representative of Americans in general? Probably not, but they have lots of Filipino viewers and to them, that IS "American behavior".
I'm guessing these guys were assholes back in the States, too.
Daniel Bradford : very correct wherever these kind of people are the are very much the same ,I don't like calling names but I have one for them and it's they are Dead Heads .
@@mikemikie8312 I have no problem with the word "asshole" if it's an accurate description. But these people are easy to avoid and everyone should. They bring nothing but misery and trouble to everyone who associates with them.
@@Falconlibrary correct
@@Falconlibrarycorrect
Of course they were assholes back in the states too a tiger doesn't change its stripes just because they're in a different jungle
Watchin from texas bro! Yes, we’ve heard that lots of tons of foreigners there in Dumaguete. Well, if theyre just drinking alcohol all days, ofcourse the wifes will also complain.
I have made 12 trips, starting in 1999. 11 trips to Dagupan City, where it seems I am the only white guy there. I did see a Mormon one time. Then a older gentleman downtown. White guy in Bolinao, near hundred islands. My point is none of them ever approach me. This last trip, my 12th, I stayed in the Manila area for the first time. I stayed in Makati. Lots of white people there. I spent a week in Tondo. Didn’t see any white people there. Scratch that. One guy. I would like to stay longer than 2-4 weeks but the opportunity cost would be high. I am 47. I probably could retire on my 401k. Then wait for my Teamsters pension and social security to kick in. I would like to socialize more with Americans. Not to complain though. It is what it is.
My next trip will only be 2-3 weeks in General Santos. Maybe in September. Then maybe if I am lucky a 3 month stay or 2 - 6 week stays next year. Which will really piss off my employer. I think I figured out how to use this new FMLA benefit we have in WA State. Get paid, and keep my job. We’ll see. Yeah, my GF lives in Gensan. Yes, I have met her. Has a kid, yes I am crazy. Probably asking for trouble. So far she seems the real thing. I will spend more time, and discover who she really is.
PT Barnum said it best….” there’s a sucker born every minute”. Easy enough. Mind your own P’S & Q’S. If you want to make some money stand on your own two legs and figure something out yourself. Good and……. “rotten” in each society, birds of a feather…???
Thank you, the information you shared was very good for people to know. I also want to thank you for the video you did on Ayang's Place. I saw it and then moved there and my wife and I are very satisfied.
Glad it was helpful!