The absolute #1 thing we tell all our incoming customer in Thailand. "Make Thai Friends". Be seen in the community. Forget all the foreigner friends - it builds an us vs them mentality -- and when things go down they can't help you. Quick rule of thumb: 90% local friends. 10% foreign friends. Learn even 1% of the local language. Will make your life really so much better.
I recently watched a video of an expat who lives in Dumaguete. Had a scooter crash and broke his leg and ribs. He actually had great things to say about the surgeon and nurses and the cost of his care at the local hospital.
I have been here in the Philippines for a little over three years now and I think the biggest threat to my health is the traffic and associated pollution. The Hospital in Taygaytay is a pretty good one. I am a vet so I get my blood tests done at the VA clinic in Manila. I just celebrated my 80tth Birthday with a big party last month. We live out in the country, near Lake Taal and Volcano. We hire the local people to do our yard work and pay them well. My wife has a liquor store as her business and I just do videos. We are very happy with ourr lives here.
Happy Birthday, thanks for serving. Yes health due to pollution is a big factor plus the sun there will destroy your eyes and skin. Peace and happiness and again Happy Birthday
This is coming from a filipino. The first one's who befriend foreigners obviously have some motive. Normal people don't just approach strangers acting all friendly unless they see you struggling with something. If I can share my advice, don't let your guard down on people who are too "kind". I had this japanese female neighbor who I only started talking to after several weeks of seeing her(we live in the same building). She usually goes to my place to chat as she's studying english and needed someone to talk to. Then I saw her filipino friends. I asked her where she met them and told her not to trust them. She even gave them the keys to her room so that they can use it while she's travelling. She didn't listen to me and she became a victim of theft. She did not lose a lot but still...
If some random person were to even start a conversation with me. I would not even respond. If they were persistent. I would be brutally honest and extremely vocal, yes the message would be loud and clear; "leave me alone, and find some other target". And if they continue, I would go into the nearest business, and tell the employees to call the police. All of that can be avoided. Simply, leave me ALONE. I would look at it like this. It's me v you. And since my life is on the line. I'm going to tell you no. And mean it. Again, all of that can be avoided, just leave me alone. Also, I would NEVER get into a routine. My door would always be shut and locked. Shades down. From the outside you could not tell if I was home or not. Also, I would NEVER be in an open building, like the one in this video. In fact, I would rent 3 different apartments. Yes I would be there to enjoy the island. But my main goal is to do it safely.
Yeah those fries get hard quick after they get cold. Its like they are cooked in varnish. Boiled linseed oil is a vegetable oil, like glue in the veins. In sipping olive oil now to get the hardening reduced.
I had a bout of acute pancreatitis here in Chicago. Pain was incredible. Drove myself to the hospital. About 10 minutes away. Almost didn’t make it on the drive. As we get older , things happen. You gotta stay close to medical care. Wherever you are in the world
I am in Manila. Been here for the past 8 months. The best advice I can give Is don’t let women know where you live These women will just show up at your place. Don’t think the condo security will stop them I had to move Numerous women showing up unannounced Hurt feelings can’t get you killed
Never ever take a girl back to your place. Never 💩 where you eat. I lived in BKK for a while for work. I avoided the night life and woman. If I wanted to get with a girl, I'd go down to Pattaya for a weekend trip. 1 night rule.
I'm 71, living happily and healthfully in Puerto Princesa Palawan. I had a quadruple bypass when I was 45. Even then I thought I understood how to live a healthy life. I know better now. Rule number one: Do not see your doctor unless absolutely necessary. They are programmed to evaluate symptoms and then prescribe drugs. Be proactive and read. No crap food (junk) including deep fried everything. (Common in the Philippines) There are abundant choices of health foods in Asia. Do your life a favor and learn them. Then start filling your gullet with them and give your body systems a break
Very good info, I’am 70 years old and been living in Thailand for nearly 3 years, I’ve also spent sometime over the years in Philippines, Cambodia and Vietnam and have experienced hospitals and clinics in all these countries. My lifestyle is all about keeping fit and eating healthy. Luckily I have no health issues and I don’t need any medication and hopefully I want to stay that way. As we get older it becomes very important to keep your body fit! The advice you’re giving here is priceless 👍
I started a testosterone replacement therapy program just before I married my hot young Filipina beach island girl… I have more energy now at 52 than I had in my 30’s test is the best! Get some! Lol 😊
Did you read the Story about the famous US chef Jason Atherton..was beaten badly by bouncers and the manager of a restaurant/bar in Cebu. While they were beating him they all shouted..."western men are hated in philippines" "we will teach you not to steal our women"
No but if Philippine men weren't such dead beats Philippine women would not be looking to meet men outside the country. Many marriage age men want to just hang out with friends, drink, smoke, sing songs all night. Married or unmarried. My wife told me she would never marry a Philippine man because of this.
Wow jadnt heard that but i am very cautious cause I've aeen the jeers hy the younger men and some older people as well, but in general most are kind. But the targeting bu the criminals is prevalent in certain areas
1. Don't give into the peer pressures of drinking/don't drink too often. 2. Don't get into bad business deals with people with land. 3. Create a positive reputation in the community. (be kind to others, donate)
This. Like all countries, there are bad actors in the islands, specially in the larger cities. Careful in the provinces too, for even if they are more laid back, insurgents and rebels are still active so just be chill too and dont let yourself be a target for ransom.
Hello Tim. I grew up and lived in so many countries, including the Philippines. Once you lived in the Philippines the Philippines never leave you. That solid advice of yours is something to live by, no matter where you are. New lands demand to have both feet on the ground, but so do old. Respect for how you relocated and adapted to a very different way of life. All the best to you and your family in 2023! Peace.
When you have something that others want, eventually someone will try to take it from you. It is just the way of the world. It is our job to not put ourselves in positions where we're vulnerable and open to being taken advantage of. Sad truth of reality, but that's just the way things go.
My US doctor, who is married to a Filipino in America, told me that the two biggest killers of Filipinos in the Philippines, is Diabetes and Hypertension. Sadly, most Filipino's don't have the money to treat their ailments and accept their fate. Unfortunately. But great advice Tim..Thanks!
Rice and Fat filled foods ( fatty pork etc ) are the culprits . I know my Pinoy buddies eat and like the fatty pork only . They save me the super lean pork and meats . I limit rice to 1/2 cup at dinner time only . People in the RP say I "hate rice " . The RP rice is very good though . I respond = " No, I love rice , I just hate the thought of diabetes from the Glucose rush ! " . they dotn really get it . Fruit is very plentiful, yet Pinoys dont eat a lot of it . Food habits are cultural in many ways .
Travel a lot of Asia,.... married a Pinay. Like your points, and they are true. After Taal / right at the start of Covid, I rallied my local family and we put together small food pack for the folks that did not have other foreign help (through marriage or FWO). We always give too many gifts during the holidays, as the wife loves to shop and we ship over tons of stuff. We do a 7 month US / 5 month PH split, usually spending the "Ber" months here (PH) for the holidays. This year I had purchased a Santa suit and decked out our trike as Rudolph , with battery operated Christmas lights. Visited all extended family, house of folks who had worked for us, 2 market areas, a poorer area near one of the cemeteries, and kilometers of road time waving, stopping for photos and handing out candy. If smiles were Pesos, I'd be rich! Hot, sweaty and a complete blast. Doing Recon on Orphanages to add to our stops next year.
Married to a Filipina for 38 years and retired in PH for 6 months. I would NEVER go into a business deal with anyone here - not saying that to be mean, but just being pragmatic...
A few years ago, an American was going to marry a Philipine lady and she got him to take out a one-million-dollar insurance policy payable to her. Her brothers beat him to death with baseball bats and only got one year in their prison system.
The best info I’ve found on selecting a hospital for good healthcare has been on the channel World Zoom. He is a recently retired hospital president with current knowledge of the available hospitals in the Philippines. There are world class facilities here and he has some great recommendations on his channel. Thanks Tim for all you do sharing in your adventures with a smile.
Too late, been here 15 years… but it’s true. The biggest problems in the Philippines might be yourself. Be patient, kind, honest & friendly. Never loan money. Either give or don’t. We tend to give 😂 and it avoids issues. Never disclose your wealth. You’re just ok and happy to be here. Save 😂 it’s never too late to start. Exercise, enjoy trips around the Philippines to see & understand it’s rich history. Nice video 💞
Tim, very good video, you are completely right I have been in Philippines 10 years and I have been my worst enemy. I seen so much here and I have learned to just stay out of others business. I am a foreigner and will never win a argument with a Filipino. I have bought, remolded and sold a home here. I was up front and honest in my dealings, still alive. I would say having a street smart wife has kept me out of bad situations. We go to brangy and school events. I smile and enter act but always stay out of their business. I protect my family and probably gained more respect for that than any thing. Sometimes just being a honest person here goes a long ways. For anyone moving be prepared for changes and let your wife do the talking it works out better. This is what has kept me safe and happy. God bless all the luck to you in 2023..
When in the Philippines let your wife do the talking. We were at a hotel in Mactan, and I got into it with the staff over reservations. I went nowhere. Called my wife over to talk and suddenly, no problem.
My father-in-law was a fraud investigator for the large insurance company. An American man living in the US married a Filipina. He insured his life for just $100,000. He went to the Philippines with his wife and ended up getting murdered. His wife returned to the US made a claim with my fathers in-laws insurance company. He investigated the husband‘s death all Roads lead to the Americans father-in-law. His father-in-law had him murdered so his daughter could collect the $100,000. He couldn’t quite get enough evidence against her , but he knew her father was the main suspect. My father-in-law phone the widow to come in and get her check. She sat down across the desk from him, and he bluntly told her I believe your father had your husband killed. I’ve turned everything over to the district attorney. He handed her the check he called it blood money. She started weeping. He said, someday you’ll all face your judgment, whether it’s through the DAs office or God.
@@byteme9718 Me thinketh the same one that walks past the house and say there was no builder are usually the same ones that., on their deathbed scream the loudest.......please let there be a God!@!?🤑🤪😂😂😂
If the insurance company suspected or had just a little proof his wife or her father had him murdered, they would have denied paying the claim and probably would never been paid at all.
Spot on with the 3 dangers Tim . I would just add another one . Building a house or renovating property. You will end up being taken advantage of with pricing of materials and labor . There will be many people (usually relatives of the builders) that will end up working on site. They will then stretch out the build to continue paying for all the hired help .
What about a Contractor? Is there a contract that they have to follow? I also see America contractor building in Philippine. Maybe that's a better deal
When I built my house, I had different contractors bid on portions of the build and went with the average price, however they would only get the bid for the next section of work if the work they just did was good. Also, my mother in law bought the materials and paid any labors above the ones the contractor hired.
I am American I live in Thailand 2004 the first 9 years I drank till I was very sick High Blood Pressure and over wait was drinking myself to death 10 years ago I stopped drinking not one drink and lost 13kg so happy I woke up my wife was crying the last day I drank my doctor told me if I don’t stop drinking I was going to die for I will never drink again ❤🎉🎉🎉😊
I live in Western Canada and have been an avid motorcycle rider. I am also a Family Doc and I ride in the MON (middle of nowhere in BC)most of the time. I have come upon 2 serious motorbike crashes, one woman made it with a chopper landing on the highway after 45 min, one man did not. We waited over 30 min just for an ambulance, the chopper was at least 90 min away. You are on your own out there. Good video.
My brother in law died of a heart attack a few years ago in a province of Mindanao. The ambulance couldn’t get to him on time and he died. He was a young cat, only 38 at the time. This was before the vaccine.
I sure he wouldn’t have gone his whole life without any! sadly I think ph historically has been used to trial stuff like dengivax by hill gates and others No medical care but rampant vaccination programs from birth funny I bet children in the Provence get snake oil shots from birth it’s free man!! But people are not getting healthier tell me if it’s adding up yet ? And historically have always eaten lots of rice
@@TimKyoutube That being said lived in Japan would never open a business there as well. When you're a cultural outsider you're at a major disadvantage. Speaking from experience busness is challenging enough in my own country to try it in another no thanks..
Never got into a “business deal” but did get lotsa offers to “commingle our funds” (ie my thousand$$$ and their hundreds… of pesos) did hear of one Aussy who built a diving school and ended up in a ditch when he refused to pay-off the mayor…
Making local friends is really important especially here in the Philippines 🇵🇭 but as you talked about business deals always make sure they have more gain by keeping you alive haha , yeah motorcycles are dangerous I lost my first filipina fiancé due a motorcycle accident so I know how dangerous they are , anyway I hope you have an amazing weekend
I’m in 30s but I agree with the health issue. 😢 I live with a family and the Filipino food is just so oily. I also had a vacation in Palawan and got hurt swimming. I was bleeding but unfortunate the boat operator did not have first aid kit. Hospital is far away. I also agree with bad business deals but it can be anywhere actually.
My wife bought property at a resort on the Bataan peninsula and were building a house there. I'm really looking forward to being able to go there for vacations. Not too worried about corruption etc being an American because my wife is a Filipina, and her brother is the current Chief of the PNP.
The # 1 cause of death in the Philippines is respiratory problems. I lived there for 9 years. I have a Filipina wife, and 4 children still living there. I had to leave because of the climate. I developed a constant cough with a very sticky white flem that got in my sinuses. I tried to blow my nose to get some relief, and damaged my ear drums. I had all the symptoms of Meniers disease. I lost my sense of smell, and couldn't taste food. I had vertigo and lost 30 Lbs of muscle mass during the year of quarantine. I've been back in Colorado for a year and a half and I'm finally regaining my health a little more every day. The Philippines will kill you! I laughed when my Uncle Robert told me that, but now I know he was right. Don't Go To the PHILIPPINES! Get the best thing they have to offer, a Filipina Wife, and get her out of there.
Bruce, find a good chiropractor and get treated. Vertigo (C1 C2)... Breathing (C3 C4, thoracic)..... 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 In the Phil... Coconut oil, juice, wine..... Plenty Moringa. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@@pinoyRN67 It's NOT just the weather. They have goon squads driving around giving citations to anyone who smokes in public, or is just sitting in their vehicle waiting for a place to park. 500 pesos fine for anything they can get you for. I never signed any one of those or paid the fines. I told them that I was taking my 1/2 million pesos that I was pumping into their economy every year and going back to the States. They can kiss my A ss good bye, and I'm never going back.
SunStar CEBU reports that the Philippines is seeing 80,000 to 250,000 medical tourists annually. Patients come from Sri Lanka, East Asia, the Gulf States, Europe, North and South America, the Pacific Islands, Australia and the Pacific Islands. I wouldn't bet that just because you or I haven't observed something, that it doesn't happen. One of my ex-pat friends was nearly killed by an accident in 2012 that brought me here for the first time I visited. The neurosurgeon he worked with in Manila was world class.
I don't think I ruled it out. I was just saying Thailand with its 3.8 Million medical tourists last year (I looked it up) dwarfs the Philippines in that regard. It isn't even close, which is consistent with my broad brush thinking at the time.
Congratulations stopping drinking beer, you're definitely looking well Tim. Thanks for teaching people to look after themelves, Joe Rogan said this trend of not drinking is becoming popular. I stopped in 2009, lifes great!
I know Philipinnes well. Yes , you are your own worst enemy. This is no country for rookie travellers. SO MANY broken expats with legal issues back home. Pick your friends wisely. Community relations is a must. Buy 20 kids some pops and drinks. Buy a extra chicken and drop it off at at the house with 10 kids needing to eat. The country is unforgiving if you screw up- remember that. Getting drunk leaves you vulnerable- dangerous . Pinoys first, your last- get use to it. Never by land or business in the Republic- are asking for HUGE PROBLEMS, with any land deal. Expats get zero legal protection in the RP. Women? Careful… remember they have 4-7 brothers with Bolo’s knives. Love the country- but head on a swivel- ALWAYS. God be with you Guy …. Keep safe.
Does this only apply to foreigner or locals as well? Seems like foreigners are viewed as a meal ticket and nothing else if that's the case than screw the Philippines
Never enter a partnership in business, My Dad set up the very first Bus company in Samar Island called Samar Autoline Bus company in the mid 50's, his partner, a lawyer swindled him and closed down later in 1959
Tim, you make some good points in your video. Especially, the first one about maintaining one’s health. I spend about 1-2 months a year living in the Philippines and have watched lots of guys more or less drink themselves to death. I would recommend that everyone who has moved to the Phils, or anywhere in the world for that matter, find a good, reliable doctor (there really are plenty in any metropolitan area in the Phils) and get regular check-ups and blood work; at least once a year. I disagree that it’s hard to eat healthy in the Phils. If you’re cooking for yourself, there’s lots of fresh meat, fruit and vegetables. The danger is if you eat out all the time. I also really agree with your point about visibility and involvement in the community. Great idea to provide some rice to the barangay chief to distribute periodically. It makes the chief look good and makes you look good. As you indicated, you never know when that goodwill can come in handy. It looks like your channel is hugely successful. Congratulations. But, from on vlogger to another, I would simply offer this advice: plan and script your videos a little more. This material could have been covered in a lot less time. Maybe it’s just me, but I like things a little more concise. I hope you don’t mind the feedback.
I lived in PI for 5 years in the 70's. I found Filipino people some of the nicest, kindest people I have ever known. I am so envious of you to be there, in the countryside. No big city for me.
Good video, advices Tim! I’ve been following for a while now from Arizona. Been here almost all my life but will be returning Philippines in near future.
The first 2 problems you mention are also true in America. There are areas in America who either do not have specific equipment, or it is just flat a terrible hospital. There are also areas which are hours away from the closest hospital. Bad business deals are also a thing that in America, and those can lead to...we will say a challenging life.
Absolutely like all the Southern States like Mississippi Alabama Arkansas Louisiana these states are no better than Cambodia when it comes to healthcare !!
I think that everything is that Tim says is true for most countries. The foreigner deaths are most like going to be from Business deals, family issues, girl problems (also kind of family issues when the wife's family kills you for the money that they think she'll get from you being dead) or a mix of these. One guy got shot in the face and died in Bohol a few years back because he knew the local dialect. Some drunk locals at a dicey bar for locals (best to stay away from those in the first place), told him to pay for their beers. When he refused, the two guys started to insult him in the local dialect. Unfortunately for the foreigner, is that he understood the insults and insulted them back in the local slang. The drunken Filipino felt that he had lost face, so he pulled out his pistol and shot the guy dead on the spot.
Another thing is a guy with money showing up in a small town and starting alot of different businesses. Many of these small towns are basically owned and run by a political family and I know of one guy who was killed cause he started cutting in on to much of a certain families money.
You don't ever pay ahead of time! There's always got to be a reason for anyone you deal with.....ANYWHERE....that you're well and happy. If I ever build a house again....the builder won't get his final $10,000 check until the day the warranty expires!
Tim, this is great advice you are giving. Westerners should understand that this is not your country, the laws are different. Don't make enemies, understand their cultures, there is nothing to lose to help the community in time of crisis because they will always remember any good deeds you do.
Lots of people on Guam go to the Philippines for medical. The insurance covers 100% and pays up to $500.00 for airfare, hotel. I always go to St. Luke’s, they even have a referral office on Guam.
Tim I agree,worked 25 years in ERs,here 30 -60 mins most cases some 10,3 hours time to pray for a miracle while you are conscousness,also our modern ambulances and EMTs are near ICUs on wheels,in Phils its multicabs with someone who knows nothing,has no real equipment, 3 hours is a long ride.
I had gout after being here for a few years eating the local food and fast food, I felt kind of hopeless about being healthy here at first but I experimented with my diet and discovered that it was the cooking oil they use most often here, the canola, palm or whatever it is. I read about these oils and turns out they can disrupt your kidneys, so the kidneys are unable to filter the uric acid and it builds up in your bloodstream. So you could eliminate all the 'high uric acid' foods you want but if you're still eating food cooked with that oil you're screwed. I haven't had a single gout attack or any inflammation period since I started eating food that's either completely unprocessed (fruits, vegetables, rotisserie chicken, nothing fried) or when I do eat something cooked with oil I make sure it's coconut oil. So you can still eat healthy here, and it's not hard other than the fact that you have to do most of your shopping at the wetmarkets/farmers' markets rather than the grocery store. you'll save money on food AND medical bills.
@Not Expat Joe Well that is if you are afraid of saturated fats? Or do you know if its it directely linked to Gout? Olive oil only got one double carbon binding molecule. Its probably a good bet. Canola and soja oil and the like oxidise in the blood and then it can cause cloths and inflammations.
Aloha Tim Well spoken! I have been coming to Philippines since the day Marcos was ousted. I agree with all you said . The food in most cases is crap and unhealthy. I recommend eating a salad daily. My brother in law is 45 and has major medical issues from smoking and eating nothing but pork 3 times a day. In addition he only drinks soft drinks all day long. Coke and Pig is the curse of all Philippinos. Drinking with the locals is a major mistake and most business deals will not work out. Opening a restaraunt or sari sari store is a great way to lose money. My rule is to be friendly, not to give money to anyone even beggars. (It is illegal!) And refuse any open drinks that someone offers to you. Last tip that I learned is not to use the electric water kettle in hotel rooms as Asian (especially Chinese) tourists tend to boil their socks and underwear in them. Stay safe!
until the Philippines were occupied by the western world it was very common for the people there to live into their late 90'2, early 100's...Introduction of western food products into their diets has been a major cause of early deaths...
The “golden hour” is the term often used in trauma or emergency care to suggest that an injured or sick person must receive definitive treatment within the first 60 minutes from the time of injury or appearance of symptoms. It was believed that once this time has lapsed, the risk of death or long-term complications will significantly increase.
that's a crazy thing to think about, foul play in biz deals. Never really thought about the paying things out rather then paying upfront, some good advice there. I have to get back over there and to one of the Islands, looks so chilled. need to get out of this concrete jungle (BKK) for a little bit
Travelled in the Philippines and Indonesia for a year in the 90s at 40 and YES - trying to remain healthy in the heat, humidity, pollution and food is difficult… couldn’t imagine surviving in my 60s!!!
Great video! Thanks for shooting it straight. I lived in Subic Bay for a stint back in the 80's and look forward to going back in November 2023 if the worlds temperament isn't too hot.
Congratulations on your Awakening and I think I even softly warned you about alcohol. It's extremely hazardous socially or healthwise and some of those guys just have a stupid mouth that is going to betray them. I'll call being Insidious, it is so cheap so available and interesting ly so acceptable until your behavior becomes unacceptable. I will tell you you look like you're in much better shape these days, I could see the alcohol starting to drag you down., I can see your innocent wife begin to reject you. Good job Tim. As a RU-vidr I really appreciate that you will voice some negative realities because a lot of these guys all are basing everything on.. is , oh gosh I always felt safe , and I don't want to hear about that, so negative, and the guy probably was a screw up, looking for trouble and blah blah and the biggest one is well I never had a problem I'll say it again well I've never had a problem that is so entitled and so ignorant you didn't even have a clue. My experience started in the '90s marrying very quick and innocent pretty girl. We were definitely in love and lasted more than 5 years, but there you go again, don't send money to the Philippines she even later told me that it's not possible to send money back from the Philippines! I was laughing at that and things had degraded. Just never do business in the Philippines sometimes it works but you'd be surprised how many times you might end up dead in Mindanao the value of your life could be as little as a pack of cigarettes. The terminology I forget but the Filipino phrase is basically better to kill the debt then pay the debt.. traveling alone is so typical and despite that's how I always travel myself it has a huge amount of danger and liability that you just not realizing. Somewhere someone should have your back that was barely covered on any of a dozen trips. When my son was 14 years old we had an intruder on the property in a yelling match out in the street I can tell you I was both shocked and impressed when I came back in the door trying to decide if I was going to grab the gun there's my son he had my back, he had the 12 gauge shotgun ready if it got worse and he said in a cool collected voice Beyond his 14 years and already being schooled in self-defense already taught him many things about firearms he looks at me very calm and says daddy you sounded upset and I just looked at him and I said you're damn right. Thanks for having my back. In the Philippines you might think you have a good friend and that can flip so fast leaving you staggering.. I don't make things up so you can take what I say as serious valid truth. I was staying at a mature businesswoman's rental. I in fact was told that she was connected to Marcos being her profession was legal among other things, she commanded respect and no one talked down to her ever as it got more involved she introduced me to about 10 different women from her office and one of her close relatives. Well the story progresses and she extorted a few hundred dollars or her messenger told me that would be very stupid cuz you'll end up dead so I thought about it and well okay paid the money. A few days later she contacts me or I'd contacted her, she straight up forbid me to see her relative. Well the problem was I was falling in love with that relative and I just married her and brought her to America. Later on probably not directly related but always making a statement of her power and her ego. Call her dragon lady, apparently had her own relative murdered and it was pretty obvious who done it. He was my father-in-law and I really liked him he was very tiny but a martial artist instructor. Could there be an insurance claim for his death? About 5 years later, yet another murder and this was a niece that was totally infatuated with me I would have married her? Absolutely cute smiley gorgeous and innocent. I hate to say sometimes I have predictions Manifest Destiny in the last time I saw her I could see she was growing up fast about 16 years old and I made the mistake of saying " that girl's going to destroy her life " and that's pretty much what happened.. couple years later she has two kids typical Filipino guy runs off, she's the single mom and some Shabu addict, keeps hounding her until finally she goes out with him. that was the end he raped her beat her ,and then she got away , until he ran her down and he stabbed the hell out of her on one of the places I had walked the very ground I'd walk by before. This is really not that uncommon I made efforts and I also want to know both of these cases, were Pure Evil, I spent a few hundred dollars on Filipino detectives and some other connection that basically ripped me off I could see there would be no justice especially with this guilty party. You have to understand that many times someone already has a reputation someone already owns the police and just by going to the police you're notifying the guilty perpetrator that you are involved in making steps that could cost you your life. You may be already outbid outsmarted and certainly overpowered. Even losing face you may not understand what you did wrong but you did it and it's best to leave town immediately and this is in general I'll just say in Asia. Just dating a woman that has any kind of x not even previously married they are already aware they can kill you and walk away because it's a crime of passion do you know how many times I've been blindsided by an Asian woman and even had death threats. Not knowing the ex-husband was in inches of me about to attack and I didn't have a clue Thai lady set it up and told me this guy was her friend's driver. Well it took me a couple of months to figure that out after seeing This Woman's child and finally figuring out putting it all together that's why the guy was driving insanely and purposely rough abrupt and then threw the money down when I paid him. Later I found he was stalking her and that scar on her throat all came together.. I won't even mention the rest of that story it gets worse, and multiple times I'm lucky to be alive. Other cases include guys that oh maybe he got depressed the list of those after they found them apparently jumped off the top floor of the hotel. Happens in Cebu. Or the friend of a friend quickly comes from the US retires blah blah sold everything got a bunch of money never admit to your finances. Married one week next week he's suddenly deathly ill about 3 days after buying a very nice resort. To expat foreigners previously was my neighbor and then the other European down the highways. Both murdered either in their house or at the gate both killed by their own wives boyfriend oh Filipino boyfriend. And I believe both of those women basically got away with murder and loaded up everything they wanted with their boyfriend and just went to a different Island. If no one stands up for you and files murder charges you can bet the police are never going to do anything even so you don't know who you're dealing with and that could end your life .... many times I hear RU-vidrs and of course especially tourists saying oh I never had a problem I never felt unsafe. That's because it's a mesmerizing tropical Paradise that you know nothing about don't portray things as you know something which you are absolutely innocent and ignorant of. Every time I hear those words I've never had a problem people are so friendly uh h a.. straight up that is providing a false sense of security and I could bring you pages of guys that did not come back from Philippines most of them were alone and single which means you're probably not going to hear about them. I never felt unsafe did you know the Cobra was on your Trail and yet the last moment you were lucky.. or the expat walking down the street daylight in Cebu this was on the news by the way, he was pretty clever had his money in the McDonald's bag but how could you escape anyone not knowing that people everywhere always watching. The expat refused to hand over the money and he was shot on the spot. Frequency? That happens about once a week in Cebu. It's like the guy that died recently in Dumaguete, obviously no seatbelt, life can change or end in an instant, maybe you felt good and safe and never had a problem until then. Best of luck and be careful how you approach a new life you know nothing about like the old Filipino judge, forgot his name, oh yes enjoy our beautiful islands and pretty women but just sleep with one eye open 🙏🙏
WOW! Thanks for that dose of reality Scotty. As the old saying goes: The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence...but just as hard to mow! "
from a Filipino, both sides of the story are true... philippines being a paradise, and sleeping with one eye open... are true. But Tim gives good guidance here on how to enjoy life and still stay out of trouble. Be careful of business, be careful of women who have lower level men interested in them, love wont conquer all if you stay where your presence whipped up a storm .
Seems like you are just out in asia to exploit women and not be sincere with them. Filipinos are intuitive people and can see right thru bullsh*t. Filipinos are reserved but theyll match anyones energy if theyre outspoken its called (sakyan kita) but be aware theyre already reading your entire personality
Lived there in Samar 15 years, good advise Tim. I lived really isolated for years. The snakes and a few insects but only in the jungle, On sand and living close to the beach is pretty safe. If you plan to stay and have not yet retired and need to build extra income. Hard unless your married, If your married can live good by buying your wife a business to run. I bought my wife a donut shop and its worked out well.
I was curious about that. I'm in the exact position you speak of where I'd like to live there but still need to work.. Unfortunately I lack online income of any sort.. I'm assuming that you can't buy your own business as a foreignor since you bought one for your wife rather than yourself? Or are you also allowed to purchase your own business now that you are married to a local? When you bought the business is your name on the title as well as hers or is that not allowed? Are there any major pros or cons whether both your names are on the title rather than just hers? Lots of questions, sorry lol But I've never heard anyone who's lived it explain it before.. If you could answer any of these I would appreciate it.. Thanks
@@thewatcher9539 being Married makes the difference. No way to really make money. Better to start your wife a business and let her run it and show her. If your wife can make donuts taste like Krispy Creme american donuts. Thats good. Better to ship your equipment and buy things here. Also the best donut fryer there is is a large wok.. A giant bag of flour in Phil is less than $20 US. Another thats good if in area with other foreigners, then shoud do Fish-N-Chips.Either way those businesses turn a good profit even selling at filipno peso should make $100 a day, = P 5000. you can live good on that in many areas.
Business deals. Theft and corruption are why Intel left and never looked back. Even had/got the U.S.'s own crime solving department involved in the investigation. My own father (U.S. Navy) told me the first thing a kid is taught there is to steal. That happened to me on the way out to Guam through customs, the woman saw something she liked and said, Oh this is not allowed, but I knew what was happening so I just said Ok and kept it moving. Main thing is I'm home now, safe and sound. Would I ever retire there?!?!? As of right now, after seeing Laoag and Manila, nah, I'll pass. I never felt threatened but did feel looked at... and watched. It was nice to be twice the size and height of the dudes there and admired by the women. I am married to a Filipina who was always with me. I could sense the envy of the local girls and women there but also the ire of the men (foreigner steals another one of our women). Good to be back home in the U.S.A. though. And I couldn't care less about the dollar to peso ratio, I still wouldn't want to be there long term. Looking/studying harder than ever now at the Las Cruces/El Paso regions, currently in Hawaii.
Good one Tim. I have never been there but I think you give some good advise. I live in Edmonton Alberta ,Canada. I love to watch what goes on I the philipines especially while cold and snowing here. Thanks.
Good advice Tim, and applicable for anyone entering into unfamiliar territory or culture. Here's hoping that the wisdom you pass on will spare a lot of folks the learning of lessons the hard way.
Visited Luzon this past spring. Rented a 650 Yamaha, went from Makati to Talavera. Hardest riding I ever did. Traffic so thick, took me 5 hours to ride 160 kilometers. If you can’t ride like an outlaw, I would not recommend riding at all. Too much pork belly, not enough fruit and vegetables. Poverty there broke my heart. Good points made in your video. Thanks
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1 work out and eat your vegetables, have a tourniquet and gauze in each pocket when driving a mophead (horse). 2 Don't trust anyone with money, ANYONE. 3 Don't be a stranger and be kind...sound's a lot like the old west.
Guys, Tim is a very practical and good guy , he has selected key basics that will serve foreigners well and allow everyone to live and enjoy well, avoid trouble... bringing up not just good or just bad points. Welcome everyone to the Philippines, its a beautiful place and very friendly , warm people, but Tim brings up solid advice, it's good to keep a balance on things. Enjoy the country and live well...
You are so right. I lived in the Philippines for several years and loved it, but the health care, especially if your older, is not as good as the USA. A friend got sick and the doctor in the Philippines told him to get on the next flight to the USA or he was dead. My car was rear-ended by a Jeepney and they held me responsible even though I had witnesses. Great place for vacation, but I will not move back.
if you invest in foreign countries never invest so much you cant walk away your a guest in that country and the Law will side with the ppl of that country only invest in amount you have no problems walking away from if you get screwed over invest %30 max of your monthly spending never put your self in a spot you cant walk away from
Reputation.... man, some of the other foreigners I run into are so toxic. Tim, I just can't get away from them fast enough! Complaining about everything... I usually just ask them why are you coming back to the Philippines time and time again if you just want to be negative about everything... Honestly, I'm very cautious talking to other expats at first. And I can't believe you're showing where you live on your channel.. Do you ever get subscribers/fans showing up at your house unannounced? Be careful buddy
The fact that you're describing what you need to do to be safe in the Philippines has shed a light on the fact that it's not safe in the Philippines unlike other Asian countries
haha . much safer here than focked up democrat/commie run ol usa. far flung province areas can lack top notch hospitals . but the major city's have them and its a fraction of the cost i leave my helmet on my motorcycle as everyone else does and its always there several hours later. i have even forgot my keys in the ignition 3 or 4 times with no issue . plus .the police do not patrol the streets looking to extort money from the public EVER. that is so refreshing. i have zero desire to set foot in usa ever again.
not so true , other asian countries have their issues too ! Try Bangkok at night , Malaysia - ANYTIME, Indonesia can be very tricky , Cambodia - head on a swivel ! Laos - not to safe for an inexperienced expat in the remote areas ..... et al . The RP is safe if you play it safe . be reckless and you will pay here and anywhere in Asia my friend .
Everything he is saying is the same as being a Yankee in the deep rural south, SOS. People treat you the way you are and locals always win an argument so don't get into them. Its a fallen world and not everyone is trying to get back into the garden of Eden. Land pirates are in the states too. Ink and pen, robbing folks blind. But really kind poor folks there in the PI. All creations of God on a path with hopes and dreams. Aloha.
@@javar888 4 1/2 years in the philippines no issues . in the states my car was broken into in attempt to steal it . bike will be stolen if not locked .. lawn mower stolen. floor jack under the truck 15 minutes ...gone . clothes on the line stolen . here i leave my bicycle unattended for hours and its still there when i get back . its not crime free but its a fraction of the crime in usa
In any business dealing it's very important to keep leverage, make sure it's in their best interests to treat you well. In any country, you need to make sure they get nothing if they f you over.
That was an Awesome video Tim!...hey my mom used to tell me when I was 10 "You have to show yourself to people and make yourself known so that everybody can see you otherwise they'll go tell everybody that you're a recluse and since everybody is unsure about you they'll spread rumors!"
hi Tim i agree with you 100% my wife is philipino and when i go there i just drink i mean alcohol is cheap and nothing to do first year i fix house plant trees but i go for all 100% i did all that in 10 days and Tim your wife and son is most important thing in your life take them with you when you travel
Tim! Happy New Year to you and Chrissy!! Great advice to anyone moving to a new location! It doesn’t cost anything to be nice and respectful to people.
Good video. All the info is spot on. As a builder, I cannot help but look over the construction techniques of the patio you were standing in. I would consider it unsafe. Avoid it if the wind blows hard.
That's a great point you make about making yourself seen in your neighborhood. Here in America, people don't think twice about the neighbor they've never seen or met in years. But humans by nature, are curious. Humans are suspicious of people who hide or seem secretive.
Great video, Tim. We are on Cebu in the province about 35 minutes out of Cebu city. Even with close proximity to good hospitals, I still feel that if something life threatening were to happen, it could be the end of the road by the time you get down there in traffic. Thanks for the video!
@@stevelawson68 ... I'm not familiar with that brng, but I guess I will still call you a neighbor. Hope all is well with you and wish you a happy new year and sinulog.
I'm retiring later this year. I've planned saved and invested to I can live comfortably in retirement. I plan to visit the Philippines to see if I'd be happy living there. Earning a living in the Philipines as a foreigner presents challenges that frankly I can do without. Finding a trustworthy business partner, avoiding being scammed, avoiding being in competition with a filipino in the same business. In general try to avoid pissing anyone off. I'm aware of a vlogger who jas been investigated and cleared by the NBI and BOI after allegations were made, he believes, by jealous and vindictive RU-vidrs. He got cleared because his dealings were above board and transparent. If I decide to settle and set up a RU-vid chanel ot will be a hobby not a source of income if it gets monetised I'd happily use the money to help the local community. School supplies uniform items for needy kids organised through the Barangay Captain. I plan to live off a good pension income and investment income without having to suppliment that. Living a simpler less stressful life than in the west.
I've lived in the philipines for 4years And your the first guy who has addressed this important issue yes I have ridden motorbikes. All my life and in philipines best to drive a car iff u crash and need medical treatment. Urr up shit Creek your health is no 1 without a doubt imm cc urgently in Australia getting treatment and full check up and in future I plan to only stay in philipines for 6 month stints so can keep an eye on my health and see family My original plan was to stay there for good but I soon realised that's a pipe dream and like you said hard to get good food I live in a province. It's lovely. But not really how idd want to live 24. 7 Your tale on the dangers is spot on Thanks
be careful also of making friends you do not know who are them are they a thief a killer or a swindler ? i am a filipina and not all people here can be trusted
My ex boss, sold up his business and moved to Philippines. He tried to get a business started over there, and ended up getting shot in the back of the head. Not sure what he was up to over there, but it must of been shady.
Tim working in cardiac surgical ICU here in Canada my advice is to do blood work at least every year when you are healthy, check CBC, Liver profile, extended electrolye panels, check A1C (prevention is the key). That way you can check your kidney function, liver function ,your complete blood panels and your sugar levels. If you have blood pressure meds and heart pills having CRP levels to check inflammation is also good. 6 months if you have heart or BP pills and once a year if no health problems. Take care of your self. Prevention is the key . Use common sense anywhere. I am picky having new friends. I stick to the people I know with lots of history together. Small circle but quality people. Kudos for being cordial but not too familiar. You are doing the right thing Tim.
Most medical Emergencies like stroke and heart attack you have a golden hour concept to get effective care. MVA accident well a lot of variables there. Hemorrhage and head injuries especially. Bleed out internally and die quickly. Broken limb well painful but not life threatening….
Tim, your videos are entertaining and informative. As a homie from California and a motorcycle rider I noticed you don't always wear a helmet. Be careful out there friend.
I was in the Philippines when you made this video. Someday I want to make my own. The time with family and such takes priority over filming though. The food thing is spot on - it is not a diabetic friendly place, with so much wonderful fruit everywhere and not much refrigeration for low carb options. I need a solution to this if I am to ever live there permanently. I seriously want to live there and have made several trips so far. It feels like home more than the US does!
Good video. Your channel is getting better, so I have finally subscribed. You have a high profile, and you drive a flash car. I hope you already have a plan for avoiding harm from a (possibly armed and/or drug-affected) thief forcing entry to your home at night.
Medical care is the biggest threat in PHilippines. I had to be hospitalized for a broken hip from motorbike accident. I was in davao area, I couldn't fly back to USA due to pain. Of course they didn't have the correct part for my hip replacement, too small. I had hardware failure at 5 week, had to get it redone in the USA. I spent 7 weeks in a hospital in Philippines, I can tell you the medical is sub par by a lot compared to USA. Its like going back in time 50 years with the old and out dated equipment, and the doctors just are not that good.
In the Philippines 1 never get married 2 never enter in the business deals with locals. 3 Respect the citizens of your host country. Create relationships. The reason I say, don’t get married is like Tim said, become a golden goose. If your partner knows, and their family knows if you’re no longer around the money flow stops. It is in their best interest to keep you healthy and alive. Business deals come on by the time you retire If you did everything right, you have Social Security you have a pension and retirement savings 401(k), IRA. You don’t need to be in any business deals. Those days are over. Respecting the people of your host country. Don’t be argumentative walk away from drama. You’re out numbered so reevaluate the way your brain thinks about confrontations. You don’t need them anymore.
No healthy foods in the Phillipines? Do you see all the fruits and vegetables at the markets? More healthy foods in the market than in the u.s.a. You might try venturing out of that bubble.
I'm from the Phillipines, I've started watching your videos sir along with Herald Baldr & also Bald and Bankrupt. I'm hoping you had a good life here in my country I wish u good health mentally u had a big heart Mr.Tim thanks for sharing this video.
