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The DO'S of Living in The Philippines...
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In today's video, we cover the don'ts of living in the Philippines... Everything from things to avoid, what not to do, and what to be weary of when moving to the Philippines is discussed in this video. All in all, we tackle the eight don't do's of living in this unique country.
By this video, you will get a deeper understanding of what to steer clear from in the Philippines and how you can settle down in this country with much more ease, and much less mistakes. Consider this video as a heads up on your journey to experience and enjoy the Philippines!
We are only scratching the surface of the do's and don'ts of living in the Philippines, so if you want more of these tips, let's get this video to 500 likes. Be sure to subscribe if you want to stay updated on this content. Appreciate you Savvy Expats!
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0:00 The DON'TS of Living in The Philippines...
0:18 Don’t #1: Don’t Get Offended Too Easily
2:42 Don’t #2: Don’t Rely on Credit/Debit Cards
3:23 Don’t #3: Don’t Use Sarcasm
4:59 Don't #4: Don’t Get Caught Up With Baby Mommas
6:48 Don't #5: Don’t Flaunt Your Wealth
7:11 Don’t #6: Don’t Be Quarrelsome With The Locals
8:03 Don’t #7: Don’t Criticize The Country
8:53 Don’t #8: Don’t Expect The Philippines To Be The Same As Your Country
10:11 God Bless
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@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

The DO'S of Living in The Philippines... (previous video) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4KOXu_rILUI.html We're only scratching the surface of the do's and don'ts of living in the Philippines. If you want to see more tips like this, let's get this video to 500 likes! Appreciate you Savvy Expats. Get access to exclusive content + Support the channel - www.patreon.com/thesavvyexpat

@lsmith6378 2 года назад

While living in the Philippines I went on a trip to the sea side for four of us. When the day came 25 people turned up. I had to feed and pay for them all for two days. You live and learn eh. On the way back to the house I stopped and bought a Ham burger which turned out to be a BIG mistake too. Some things are best kept secret.

@davidfisher5140 2 года назад

1300 seems a bit over the 500 goal ... hint hint :)

@vonerich0926 2 года назад

I've seen videos of expats in the Philippines talking about retirement, relationships, families, and other issues important to their age group. Since part of your content is based on your actual experiences interacting with locals and with your Filipino friends, younger expats in your age group would benefit from it. So, Van, keep going.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Glad to hear that Win. I've found that the RU-vid channel space for Philippines expats seems to be a one note kind of place. Happy to bring some diversity and a unique perspective to the table. Thanks for watching brother :)

@tommyranger9228 2 года назад

You deserve more subs dude. I like the way you present very direct to the point no beating around the bush.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I appreciate that Macky. I can't stand RU-vidrs that talk for ages lol

@mj2243 2 года назад

Filipino humor includes sarcasm too. The thing is jokes, whether sarcastic or in any other form, sometimes don't really translate or come across well regardless of who you are giving the jokes to, it really depends on how successfully you can get the joke across and how successfully other people will receive it.

@peanutnukle 12 дней назад

Well said.

@SunShine_sublime 2 года назад

Your observations are not typical ones that most foreigners observe, but they are accurate.

@lukemaxwell96 2 года назад

Brooooo spot on with the topic about sarcasm. Most people don't mention it as part of the experience in videos even though its pretty well understood as a foreigner that knows Filipino culture. We should play tennis when I visit the Philippines haha. I played tennis all my life and just a year ago finished playing college tennis for George Mason University in Fairfax, VA.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

You're on Luke! I know several places we could play, just take it easy on me brother 😂

@philippinefederalistreview7477 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing NON-SUGAR COATED INSIDER KNOWELDGE of living in the Philippines with folks who are thinking of moving to the Philippines. Thanks for keeping it 100! Your channel is a breath of fresh air

@joshuarizalforeman816 2 года назад

I am a Brit living with my family in the Philippines. I agree with most of your points except 1) sarcasm - I don't have many non-Filipino friends, and my sarcasm tends to be self-deprecating in that I take the piss out of myself and they recognise this and now do the same. 2) My wife has a daughter from her first marriage. Her husband deserted her. I have no issue with looking after her daughter, who is doing well at school, nor do I have a problem with supporting our niece who is doing her best to get ahead in life. She is at university and I fund her so she does not have to worry about money while she is studying for a better life. I met my wife in HK where we lived for 5 years before coming here and that has been an advantage. While we provide her family with employment we don't simply dish out cash and she made that very clear to her family. That may be my personal experience. Everything else you say, though, is pretty much on point.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Absolutely Joshua. My intention wasn't to make it seem like all women in the Philippines are gold diggers (baby mommas was probably not the best term to use). What you and your wife have going on is great - making it clear that you won't dish out money. The point I mentioned were for those that purely come to the Philippines to have multiple girlfriends, not for already married couples. Because, as you know, some guys will take on multiple girlfriends without knowing the repercussions I mentioned in the video 💯 Thanks for sharing Joshua.

@joshuarizalforeman816 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat I definitely see the point you are making. My wife and I are the same age and we both have children from previous relationships. I didn't infer you meant 'gold diggers", although some certainly are, but isn't that the case in most cultures? We have a good, family life here and I would never give it up.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

@@joshuarizalforeman816 that's great to hear, coming from one who has step siblings and a step parent!

@joshuarizalforeman816 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat My wife pretty much decided we were going to relocate to the Philippines after our son was born. I wasn't exactly averse to the idea, but I just needed a push. I was comfortable in HK, but not exactly happy so she gave me the kick in the butt I needed! Interestingly, we have provided her sisters/family with the money required so they can make cash for themselves. That is all they needed. To me it is an investment since, in true capitalist style, they make a profit from their work and we get a dividend from our investment. Everybody wins, so who can complain. And, I get to drink San Mig and sleep late.

@MG77740 2 года назад

Great advice!! I guess to each their own. Filipinos have been a blessing to me and I have a deep set love and appreciation for the culture. The fun of traveling for me is to experience and navigate new cultures. There’s just so much to learn. If one keeps their expectations in check and tries not to get offended, I think it can be a great experience. Just like you shouldn’t use sarcasm, don’t use snark either. In fact, don’t use snark anywhere, lol. Snark is mean, disrespectful and cowardly. One needs to up their humility and respect to match the local culture. Try not to act like you own the place and realized that you are a foreign guest with guest-like responsibilities. Appreciate the hospitality that you receive because that’s a #1 strength of this culture along with the connectedness.

@markquerim8598 2 года назад

Great Video--thanks

@dr.michaellittle5611 2 года назад

Another superb video. 👏👏 Keep up the great work!

@stevenr1354 2 года назад

Excellent advice!

@ryanr10106 2 года назад

Great info! Thank you for sharing!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jameslonergan5840 2 года назад

All good points Evan. Thanks for the video!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@whagahkho3320 2 года назад

Will, if you're an expat living in the Philippines, you should be the one to adjust with Filipino culture, don't expect the host country with adjust for you. Even if you are a Balikbayan growing up in other country. Though Filipinos are naturally flexible and they really the one adjusting to foreign visitors but don't expect and please respect Filipino culture.

@user-nb3uh7ee7d Год назад

In my case as a Filipino living in the Philippines, this country is really embarrassing to any foreigners, the problems surpass the advantages. So I am willing to listen to the complaints of those foreigners because I face reality, not sugar-coated. The foolish family culture here really stucks, like foreigners that are in-laws are relied on for monetary aspects, so nakakahiya. So in my case I rather stay single for the rest of my life, because I will pity my partner as relatives here think that way. No wonder the Philippines is getting poorer as time goes by and absolutely surpassed by its neighboring countries in Asia, because this country has many bad values that are really embarrassing, like foolish family values, procrastination, corruption, poor healthcare system, poor infrastructure, gossipy environment, laziness and political immaturity. I have experienced living and working abroad so I can really compare. This is the truth, all Filipinos should accept this and try to remove these bad values, only then this country will get better.

@tmclbnk 2 года назад

You’ve got my support, like button ✅

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Thanks brother

@orlymarq6238 2 года назад

Great advice.

@Bo-Fadeez 2 года назад

All very good points

@joewtjjoewp1 2 года назад

I'm from Belgium and I loved what you did with that Turon joke ;)

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Lol first time I heard that, I thought it was pretty clever 😂

@LootGoblin4510 2 года назад

this Aussie got it too... ;) boom tishhhh !!

@LB-ty6ks 2 года назад

Good information.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Thanks 🙏

@jrwolf6 2 года назад

Thanks bro your videos are really hopeful

@JaJa-xx2yd 2 года назад

Excellent Advice 👍

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Sure thing, thanks for watching 💯

@garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 2 года назад

Great advice Evan. It’s all what you make if it. Flexibility is key!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Exactly Gary.

@davidfisher5140 2 года назад

TYVM for the great tips

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

You bet!

@switzerlandandthephilippines 2 года назад

Hey! I have a Filipino boyfriend and appreciate your videos because they are really helpful. Greetings from Switzerland, Susanne

@larrye2679 2 года назад

Excellent advice. In order to make your journey to the Philippines or any country you need to learn the customs of thT country. Whether you agree with the way things are said or done or not one has to accept things there. You must make an effort to get along in and with your host

@TheOriginalRick 2 года назад

When you carry cash, try to avoid overloading on larger 1,000 peso bills. Many places will struggle to cash those, especially if you're buying something low cost. If you are out shopping at SM or the malls that's not a real problem, but local stores really do appreciate the smaller denominations.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Good tip Rick

@andrewwilson5722 2 года назад

Spot on Rick but I find it hard when you go to the foreign exchange and they only give it to you in 1,000 bills then you are going around big shops trying to use them to get small bills to use in local shops

@jonnyrock55422 2 года назад

Try to withdraw a number that ends in 900 from an ATM e.g. 4900. Hide the 500 and the 4 100's in your wallet and keep the 1000. Purchase only with the 1000's and keep hiding the change. Start to use the change once you have broken all the 1000's. If anyone asks if you have a smaller, lie and say no. Exception is Jeeps and smaller places, but if at a mall any store should be able to get change. Banks will usually make change for you, but it will involve a line and some waiting.

@AILAM43 2 года назад

OMG thanks for creating this video. I visit on the 01 March and this is very helpful. TY

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

You got it Jeffrey. When I heard the Philippines is opening up, I was over the moon. Where in the Philippines are you headed to first?

@waterheaterservices 2 года назад

@@AILAM43 You will find many of the people age about 45 and under speak English, but some are not very practiced and will need a few minutes to get into the swing of it.

@AILAM43 2 года назад

@@waterheaterservices cool ty

@Partyof1 2 года назад

Jujube is actually called monkey apples and it’s all over Thailand. You should visit here instead.

@AILAM43 2 года назад

@@Partyof1 ty

@jasonpool5486 2 года назад

Well put! This should be played on all arrival flights to the Philippines 🇵🇭 ✈️

@Cajkyho 2 года назад

glad i´ve found my new source of informations!!!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Glad I can help Rudolf

@aliceangeles9255 2 года назад

You nailed it

@darrylg2043 2 года назад

Honesty. Thanks 👍

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

You bet Darryl

@DarkstarDarth 2 года назад

If your a foreigner they know your wealthy, don’t need to flaunt it. I hear the word “ SIR “ a million times everywhere I travel in S. Asia.

@surfboy344 2 года назад

Great advice. You are wise beyond your years.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Thanks Jimbo

@TimG... 2 года назад

Thank you for the advice, and for sharing that beaming smile with the world 😁🤪

@richardandersson6442 2 года назад

This video helped me a lot on how to approach and be around filipinos, very useful information, thanks a lot!

@mechamonsters7718 2 года назад

Spot on man! Been here for 5 years and don't mess with the locals is an understatement.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Absolutely, you never know who you're messing with. Whether it be a gang member, a politicians son, doesn't matter - don't mess with them

@waterheaterservices 2 года назад

This information can prevent many problems for many of us

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

That's the goal! Glad I could help.

@RedPilledFit 4 месяца назад

I’ll be moving to the Philippines this October, can’t wait, I love the Philippines. I was there last August in Davao for a month. I’ll be moving to Cebu.

@pmags1331 2 года назад

I agree . When I first met my wife she did not know sarcasm. It was awkward until she started to understand that it was kidding . So many misunderstandings lol 😂. We are living in North Carolina for a while and she is use to it now . Thanks for the vid …

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Haha that's awesome. We had a close friend here that never understood our sarcastic jokes but as time went on, he became more sarcastic than us... Adjusting to the culture goes both ways!

@rap3208 2 года назад

Sarcasm is a function of usage and familiarity of the language. She does know and do sarcasm...in her native language. Can you do sarcasm in her native language?

@archimedesdeguia6890 2 года назад

Good job my friend. Just like you I lived in Chicago for 26 years and move to Houston in 2006. Me and my wife is planning to retire in Oct. That's why I'm watching your video a lot. I'm Filipino born and raised and came to Chicago in 1979.

@ianboniface7215 2 года назад

Thanks guy..

@prescillagcon Год назад

Solid video! I agree 💯 I was born and raised in the Philippines but moved to Hawaii when I was 16, 22 years ago but I get easily offended especially when relatives make unnecessary comments 😅. This is something I’m going to have to adjust to when we move back in 3 years 🫠

@shaunmckenna1923 2 года назад

All very good advice , I have been travel and spending my winters in the Philippines for the last 17 yrs , all I can say it is by far one of the best countries I have spent time in. Here is a tip they give 20% off to senior's on the bus , hotels and restraints you do have to ask , for me that's amazing . Good luck to anyone thats going there you will love the people , I have never had a bad experience there with anything.

@lmrbeerbellyl Год назад

I'm going to do all of these.

@jamesclaire115 2 года назад

Tuli, Great video. I have learned to see jokes in good nature. The accent has never been an issue with me. Filipinos seem to be Very kind and tolerant. I have learned to never raise my voice. Tuli, l have had to learn some lessons the hard way. Some, thankfully, l have learned from people like you. Stay save and stay safe. Be blessed!

@peteranderson2130 2 года назад

Well said bro..

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

thanks Peter

@jerrynam 2 года назад

You make a great point about not going out with a baby momma. But I think this would be a tough situation. Sometimes you can fall in love with a lady and later find out that she has kid(s). And like you said, you can be supporting many people.

@enerjhonbarrientos7005 2 года назад

"#7 Don't criticize The Country" is on point. I'm pure Filipino and I take pride of being one so I get easily offended if criticism is coming from foreigners' political perspective, specially those who have never experienced the life and the culture in my country so pointing out the flaws is like shoving it off to our faces as if we are doomed to a bleak future. I only appreciate criticism if it is presented along with solution be it ideal or practical.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I hear you Enerjhon 💯

@davidfisher5140 2 года назад

This is a tough one bc it is hard to talk about issues in a serious way when anything you say might be misconstrued an ugly judgment, even if they believe the thing you say is true.

@rap3208 2 года назад

Yeah, we criticize our country enough on our own, we don't need foreigners to act high and mighty criticizing it also.

@davidfisher5140 2 года назад

@@rap3208 You are so right! Nobody is allowed to notice corruption if they were not born into corruption. We should all decide to be blind, except for the the enablers of corruption & those powerless to affect it. FYI, it was foreigners who fixed the corruption in east African coffee & other ag plantations, led by the World Wildlife Foundation. Now farmers there are much better off ... I bet they hate the "high & mighty" foreigners who helped them get a fair deal.

@rap3208 2 года назад

@@davidfisher5140 Reading comprehension is really important before you respond, you know> Goodbye.

@briteness 2 года назад

Although I have never been to the Philippines, I believe what you are saying here. I have spent a lot of time in Nicaragua, and all of your points are good advice for expats living there too.

@raananh 2 года назад

Kuya, of all Asian people, I like Filipinos (and Vietnamese almost equally) because they are the most free spirited and least to follow rules. I appreciate the sincerity with such a behavior and them saying (politely) what they truly and actually feel. Also, I very much agree with you about #5 about flaunting your wealth or education or knowledge. There's nothing more irritating to anyone, including Filipinos, when someone behave as if they are better / superior.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I agree. I don't know much about other Asian cultures but I feel that the Philippines is home compared to other places. Especially because of the people and of course, I'm filipino lol.

@raananh 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat Kuya, shortly: Filipinos are the most westernized Asian people due to the history of the Philippines, being under occupation and control of the Spanish, Americans, etc. In addition, due to the occupation by China and Japan, Filipinos actually hate the typical Asian mentality of other Asian nations. This is just my observation / opinion.

@Chr1s8o8 2 года назад

@@raananh Well your observation or opinion is wrong and you shouldn’t generalize…

@raananh 2 года назад

@@Chr1s8o8 Well your observation or opinion is wrong and you shouldn’t criticize people for generalizing…

@Chr1s8o8 2 года назад

@@raananh There is no such word as “generalizing”🤦🏻‍♂️

@ikeskifan 2 года назад

If I date a girl and she shows up with five people I just get up and excuse myself and walk away

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I agree with you

@stevenr1354 2 года назад

One comment about the foreigner picking up the tab. In Asian countries I've lived in the oldest/wealthiest person is expected to pay the tab in restaurants. Would be a loss of face for them if they didn't. The Western idea of splitting the bill is perceived as horrible.

@katc3297 2 года назад

I’m an elderly European lady living in the Philippines. I’ve never been asked to pay when with others at a restaurant, even though mostly I’m the one who will pay. But the bill is usually handed to a male in my party.

@TheRealAudioDidact 2 года назад

I subscribe you bro. Philippines might be GOAT of all expat destinations.

@Gilvids Год назад

Filipinos uses a lot of sarcasm but its expressed differently. Usually they say it with a tone that makes it obvious that theyre joking. Or they end the sarcastic remark with "joke only".

@raananh 2 года назад

Kuya, someone said something about Filipinos saying "yes" when they actually will do or believe something else. I know exactly what he/she refers to. Yes, Filipinos say "yes" but they will do it their way. The "don't" I learned about this with Filipinos is to not argue: they do it their way, their style, but they will do what is needed / requested their way. I found out quickly that it's totally useless to convince Filipinos to do it exactly the way I want it to be done. All I want is explain exactly what I want, and it will be their way, even if I think there's a better or another way to do that. I gave up here.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I can tell that you've spent quite some time in the Philippines based off how well you know the filipino mindset and culture! You hit the nail on the head. I've noticed the exact same thing which can definitely be frustrating at times...

@fruitloops3718 2 года назад

agreed I had a philippino cousin I hired to install hard wood flooring. I introduced hom to the chop saw. I went to work and came home to find him using the hand saw with miter box. of course he was behind as he kept using the manual saw. old habits die hard.

@edmondpharez5028 2 года назад

I'VE ALWAYS ADAPTED THE MY SURROUNDINGS I'M A PEOPLE WATCHER I WATCH AND SEE WHAT OTHERS MISS! AND I LEARN FROM THEM, I TRULY BELIEVE WHEN IN ROME' DO AS THE ROMAN'S DO!

@martinharvey9039 2 года назад

Does that Include feeding Christians to Lions.😀

@cutebalddiver 2 года назад

Get a rich Filipina girl friend! She might end up supporting you!

@arpann5332 Год назад

Wow. Your baby momma advice is much needed truth. It’s nasty to hear but needs to be said, and it applies to most places not just the PI.

@churchill378 2 года назад

Being from the UK number 1 is a walk in the park . It sounds like the lite version of a British person.

@markmene1975 2 года назад

Its funny about the girlfriend thing..My ex in the Pi during my stay, I had everybody on me..Meaning I had to pay for her 2 brother s, mother, and cousin etc...Culture shock indeed !

@waterheaterservices 2 года назад

The number of cousins can be amazing LOL.... I quit counting at 35.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Wow, you live and you learn. That's such a common thing I see for foreigners... thanks for sharing Mark

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

@@waterheaterservices dang Jim! That sure does sound like Filipinos to me. Everybody is cousins...

@markmene1975 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat Im Filipino balikabyan too ! Lol..

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

@@markmene1975 that just adds to the humor of it 😂 take care man

@connielovesnycnewyork4851 2 года назад

Im a Filipino living in New York. Anywhere in the world, exercise caution with sarcastic jokes, don’t flaunt wealth and don’t criticize another country. Most Filipinos are hospitable and respectful of all foreigners visiting our country.

@rickmccarroll9993 2 года назад

Is Iloilo Iloilo a good place to live

@toastwit Год назад

That was a solid dad joke/pun. 10/10

@TheSavvyExpat Год назад

😂

@user-we3eg9vs8z 2 года назад

5:10 oh shit 😂 LOL this is facts hahaha! This should have been #1

@get_busy_living 2 года назад

I see a clip of you playing tennis. My favorite things to do during the summer in Canada is playing tennis and golf. I'm wondering if I'll be able to find a place to play tennis or golf if I retire in the Philippines? I checked Google maps and it looks like the quality of the tennis courts are not the same as in Canada. As long as the ball bounces true I'll be happy with the courts or golf course.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

You're in the same position as myself Mike - I just want a place to play regardless of quality 😂 There are tennis courts depending on where you live. If in Manila, there's a good amount. If in the province, not many.

@thnaykhwam2425 2 года назад

Just take it easy with a sense of humour 🙏👍🏼

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

👍

@rojomore3026 Год назад

Don't joke if you don't know the person. As Filipino, we take offense when someone has the audacity to criticize or prank us as if they already know us.

@paulritter582 2 года назад

The funniest thing about respect for the country, as a US traveler I can’t tell you how many times I am beat up for being an American. I equate that to having an ugly sister, I know she is ugly, but I don’t want to hear YOU call her ugly, I love her that’s my sister.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Good analogy Paul.

@camerongarcia3128 2 года назад

How did you handle the eight items you mentioned? Any time you do give advice, you had to have some experience in dealing with these items…..

@katolau 2 года назад

...turon ha! :), ....noting about the sarcasm, yea that'll get me into trouble, I think I've made a life of that so...props on going real about baby mommas, honestly, I think they know what they're getting into but the little head is driving the big one...great video, keep up the super job!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Big time Roti! Us guys gotta use our big heads which many unfortunately don't lol. And sarcasm was a big culture shock to me. No wonder why our jokes never was caught on here. Thanks for watching!

@tulbanemoore8405 2 года назад

Greetings , Evan! I am looking to live in the Philippines for about three years. I have seen several real estate video posts, but none of them are near University of the Philippines - Dilliman Campus. Do you have anything in your channel that toured the inside of a common or typical living quarters in BGC areas?

@draks3031 2 года назад

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@frankshewmake9753 2 года назад

#10, 10#, and again#10. YES!

@HNUmaker Год назад

Me who lives in the Philippines: Really?! I didn’t know that! 😱

@TheSavvyExpat Год назад

Lol

@markjohansen6048 2 года назад

"Don't criticize the country" That makes sense to me. I can yell at my son and call him an idiot, but if the neighbor yells at my son and calls him an idiot, I get mad. People don't like outsiders criticizing "their group".

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

great example

@EasyRico99 2 года назад

For a very young whippersnapper, you give excellent guidance, advise and wisdom. We have a home in Las Pinas, I haven't been there yet, but will certainly keep all your advice in mind. The plan was to "blend" into the woodwork, but my wife said try as I might, the Philippino peeps will still know I'm a foreigner. Stay safe YoungOne

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

thanks Rico

@rap3208 2 года назад

I hear a lot of foreigners say filipinos don't understand sarcasm. Filipinos do sarcastic jokes...in FILIPINO! Or in their native language (filipinos call them dialects) like ilocano, cebuano. pangasinense, etc.. If you do sarcasm in english, filipinos will have to think and decide if you're being serious or not, that is except those who are fully exposed to the west.

@devonferris 2 года назад

Love it, thanks for the tip Savvy. Can I ask what is the Driving rules in Phillipines? Can we drive there with just our American driver license? Does a car need to be registered and licensed?

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I'm not totally sure Devon. From our experience, we got pulled over in Subic and the officer said that our American license isn't valid here. He still let us off. So I believe you need to be registered and licensed. I'll research it.

@Synfulz 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat You should be able to drive on a US license for up to 90 days with a valid visa.

@devonferris 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat Thank you Savvy. I actually just researched it. You are allowed to drive up to 90 days in Phillipines with your foreign DL. After that you will need to convert them to PH license. Not sure about Registration and Insurance yet.

@devonferris 2 года назад

@@Synfulz thank you. What about registration and insurance? Are they required?

@Synfulz 2 года назад

@@devonferris If your renting a car I would make you sure you get insurance or you're covered through your CC. My AMEX platinum I have a premium car rental policy through my CC whenever I rent a car. Now if your driving a private car make sure it's properly registered and insured and you have legal permission to drive. When I get there next week one of 1st things I am getting my Philippine DL. I personally already have a vehicle that is mine waiting for me. It's already registered and insured, just needs me in the seat. 😎

@daddypoker23 2 года назад

Traveling to Cebu in April plan on having a healthy life which includes tennis. Do you so happen to live by Cebu?

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

I live in Manila which is far from Cebu, but I know Cebu has some tennis courts.

@paultheiii 2 года назад

I agree with everything you say but what's funny is that my Filipino girlfriend has the most sarcastic sense of humor of any Filipino I have ever met before. I tell everyone keep an open mind when you go to the Philippines and think before you speak

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

At least for most Filipinos I've met, they don't use sarcasm so your girlfriend is one of a kind 😂

@toneloko930 2 года назад

If I would have seen your video 12 years ago then I would have saved myself years of drama. One of my wife friends called me fat and so wanted to hit her 😂🤣😂 but I learned that it means I am well taken care of. Weird communication in my view but again que sera sera!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Totally relatable Tone! Que Sera Sera, my Grandma's favorite classic!

@GioGarnada Год назад

How long have you been living in the Philippines? It’s cool that you have a Filipino accent now too, did that take effort? Or does it happen naturally

@tfharlow3 2 года назад

Absolutely. I am still learning that jokes get terribly lost in translation.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

it really does!

@erica8165 Год назад

Sarcasm is taken literally bc things get lost in the translation. Bottom line is, gauge your audience before you fire the shot. This applies everywhere.

@Aaron-xc4je 2 года назад

Being an Aussie we don't get offended that easily and most of most likely play along with you we can have a laugh at are self Aussies are laid back and chilled kind of ppl we have a very good sense of humorthe Aussie Spirit is strong relaxed laid back and don't take things seriously that is why the Aussies and Filipinos get along so well when it comes to money dont look at it like its peso look at it as if its your dollar

@franfleck Год назад

What about being a foreigner woman, relationships, investments, would it be the same advice?

@edmondpharez5028 2 года назад

I'M THE TYPE AS LONG AS I HAVE A CHEAP ROOF OVER MY HEAD CLOTHS ON MY BACK AND FOOD FOR IN MY STOMACH I'M FINE, I ALSO DO IT ALL, SO DON'T HAVE TO BOTHER ANY ONE, AND I ALSO PLAN FOR EVENTUALITIES AND COVER ALL SCENARIO'S LIFE AS TO WHAT CAN HAPPEN OR GO WRONG LIFE IS A CHESS GAME AND I PLAY IT WELL, WHEN I WAS YOUNG IT WAS A MONOPOLY GAME, AND I WON MOST OF THE TIME.

@JakeandJesset 2 года назад

All true pare! I still accidentally forget my asawa doesn’t like or understand my western jokes lol.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Very relatable 😂 it's all good. Filipino jokes are great as they're usually lighthearted, but sometimes it's harder to fit in here when others can't relate with the jokes lol

@JakeandJesset 2 года назад

@@TheSavvyExpat for sure! Ive been told a few times in the past “Hoi watch your jokes ha, they won’t get you ba!” Lol

@methemonkeyking 2 года назад

I’m a Filipino born in the States, married 36 years to a Filipina born in the Philippines’s, she doesn’t want me to joke to her friends like I do her. For example, I introduced her to my cousin, also born the States, he replied, “she’s prettier than me”, I responded, “yes, she also has bigger 🏀🏀 than me”. He couldn't stop laughing.

@JakeandJesset 2 года назад

@@methemonkeyking yep East meets West jokes right there lol

@edmondpharez5028 2 года назад

I NEVER FLASH ANYTHING I HATE JEWELRY, I DON'T EVEN LIKE WATCHES ON MY WRIST AND BRAND NAME OR SHOES NEVER, I ALWAYS WEAR THE SAME TYPE CLOTHING QUICK DRY T-SHIRT AND SHORTS AND SLIPPERS. I'M FROM MAUI HAWAII, THAT'S WHAT I'VE ALWAYS WORN AND USED TO OH! AND WHEN IT COMES TO WOMAN I NEVER LET THEM KNOW THAT I'M INTRESTED OR LET IT BE KNOWN THAT I'VE GOT IT LIKE THAT! AND SHOW OFF AND FLAUNT, NOT THE TYPE NEVER BEEN NEVER WILL! HERE IN VIETNAM, THEY CALL ME CHEAP CHARLIE, AND I DON'T MIND IT AT ALL, CAUSE IT'S MINE I EARNED IT, I'M NOT HANDING OUT FOR FREE, I TELL PEOPLE WORK EARN YOUR OWN MONEY!

@janushborek5342 10 месяцев назад

2020

@aritst_abroad 2 года назад

yes i understood it was phuny

@TheSavvyExpat 2 года назад

Hahaha

@jondasek 2 года назад

I haven't been to place where I'd hear yo mama jokes as often as in the Philippines, especially in like 2016, 2017. Also some points from my experience living there. Some people expect you to behave like a filipino, they feel offended if you want to express your own way, some think it just that they charge you more for stuff because you're a foreigner, some will always bother you wanting money. There are surely reasons to be happy there, but especially if you're not that rich, just be careful pls, it can become a nightmare. Thanks for this video also pointing out the important things.

@barrysrcdump3557 Год назад

In the early days, I had friends show up for dinner. I had to make it clear that I was only paying for the two of us. I seemed to have gained respect from my girlfriend for being careful with money. If you refuse to pay, you have won the battle. If you give in, you have lost the war.

@jasmingalero5930 Год назад

I'm Filipino living in the Philippines. I went to mang inasal SM davao, davao city, they don't accept cards or e-wallet. But no worry, marami kang pwedeng kainan doon. Firstly, bago ka pumila ng mahaba ay magtanong ka muna sa casher kung tumatanggap sila ng cards or e-wallets. I am open talking with the real situation here in our country specially the poverty, government services, and a lot more socio-economic problem that I know. But a lot of people here in the Philippines, prepare and make them selves believe in lies than truth, because life is already hard. There is no more space for truth, truth hurts. I remember the one thing I am offended with, when I read a page in a book that says: Philippines has a lot of prostitute. Hello? How could it be a lot when I never meet one in my 27 years of existence?

@spellerlittlewing 2 года назад

Hey am a extreme minimalist & Native American I want to know how the WiFi I don’t hangout much

@devirama1 Год назад

Would you do a segment on having a pet when going to live in The Philippines? I'm going to live with my son's family in Sagada and will be bringing my small dog with me. What should I watch out for? What kind of behavior is not acceptable? What should I expect to be different i the way others perceive and treat me and my pet?

@jpespinosa4539 Год назад

Filipinos love pets, especially dogs. Just don't hurt them and you'll be fine. If you hurt a dog here, you'll be exposed in social media. Tho be careful, lots of free roaming dogs especially in the province and rabies does exist here, so make sure they are vaccinated.