We have a place in Iloilo but still spend most of your time in the states for now. I think your list is pretty good and I did not see myself in any of your warnings. I would add anyone that has struggled with any type of addiction should stay clear of the Philippines.
The biggest one you missed is don't mess with married women. The fact their ex can get you and her locked up to be extorted. The fact you can be charged with child endangerment for being alone with her children. The fact annulments & formal separations are expensive, slow & come with no guarantees.
the child one is big, they're paranoid like crazy on this subject and will report you, it's literally illegal to be alone with a child you're not related to
All it takes is a lawyer & a cop, I've seen it happen heaps. Most times it's just a blackmail for a few tens of thousands pesos but sometimes it's way worse.
Great content. As I have traveled through SE Asia I notice the emotional reactivity lever in the Phillipines. I consider that a risk. Anyone can react to anything and that can lead to volatility I just don’t want to be a part of. Other SE Asian countries are not like that
I agree with you very much about mixing with other expats. Yes, I know it can feel like a release to be among those who natively speak the same language as you, even if from another country. I am from UK and I come across many from the USA, and it can feel good to share and talk in English. BUT - and this is important to me - there's a reason I left the West in the first place. So why would I want to be surrounded by the West in Asia? It seems counter-intuitive to me to want to spend much time with those of western culture and would slow my integration into Filipino culture. And that's something I have discovered to be very much a safety net - that the more I integrate locally and with my wife's family, the more the locals and my in-laws have my back. They are not so caring, and sometimes downright suspicious, towards expats who group together forming a kind of ghetto of westerners culture, and often with behaviour that is frowned upon or downright distasteful to the locals.
@@stevenkrupka3670 don't be arrogant and post comments about what a stud you are.. Use your smooth brain he means don't DO things that attract attention. Yelling at people in public. Getting drunk and assaulting people.
I'm married here in Cebu with 2 sons. I have met some great expats that are family men like myself however about 50 percent are arrogant assh-les. Usually I see them in the grocery store for some reason hahaha. My Wife's family is horrible but luckily she is the go between and I say little. I live a quiet and lovely life compared to the western country I'm from and not simply because of money. Even being fairly well off in the US I was tired of general negativity. My opinion is if you're a good hearted man of integrity then this or dozens of other countries are fantastic to call home
Feel for expats that have got into trouble with immigration You are correct and putting a UA-camrs in front of the public and have all those negative comments must be stressful I am lucky I can manage to live on my retirement only although I Not Rich and watch My ideal way of living in Asia would be Philippines base and slow travel to Thailand Vietnam Malaysia and Japan I like you did not expect expats to be the worse worry living in Philippines Salamat PO amping ka Paula P.s .the Pea just released good video on a woman 9 years in Dubai. It was Not good for her
Paul you forgot one that is a big one: If for anything you want to end the relationship (married or not) with a Filipina, if she is not happy or hates on you, she can press mental abuse, infidelity or violence against women charges and you will likely end up in a Filipino jail. Once a lawyer knows that you are an American, Canadian or Australian they will gladly take the case against you. They even take the case for free because they know that they can get money from you or they will throw you in jail. She can even collect money from her family if the lawyer requires a down payment.
@@frankellis9627 Yeah, its a trap. Basically you need to get along with the girl and her family to be out of trouble. My ex wife refused to speak to me for months because I refused to help her sister financially. I also heard many other stories.
Many bloggers who do videos, not naming them, thank you very much. Also, have a side hustle doing consulting (everything you want to know and how to move to the Philippines and more). Have you ever entertained that idea?
A lot of commenters talk about the corruption in the Philippines, but just remember who set Paul up... it was a foreigner. And look at Tim K's situation, all that trouble because of foreigners. My best guess is they're all jealous of successful UA-camrs. It's really sad, but there are a lot of "crazy people," as "Old Dog" Paul calls them, who have nothing better to do than try to ruin people's lives.
Scott McMahon was an American living overseas in the Philippines when things took a turn for the worse. In 2011, he was arrested and charged with a severe crime - sexually assaulting his business partner’s former girlfriend. The accusation came after Scott accused her of harming his kids. There were many problems with her story and how the case was handled. First, the charge was based solely on his partner’s ex-girlfriend’s claim without any clear evidence. There was no DNA, no video, nothing that directly showed Scott had done anything wrong. In a fair legal system, people are supposed to be innocent until proven guilty. That means it’s the job of the police and prosecutors to show beyond a reasonable doubt that someone committed the crime. But in Scott’s case, he was presumed guilty from the start, which isn’t how the system is supposed to work. Secondly, the trial itself had lots of issues. The court didn’t consider all the evidence, and what evidence it did consider spanned nearly six years. Witnesses who could have supported Scott’s innocence were not allowed to testify. Imagine you’re accused of not being in school during a specific hour, and your friends who were with you aren’t allowed to say they saw you in class. It would be unfair, and that’s what happened to Scott during his trial. Prison Conditions Scott’s problems didn’t end with his trial; they followed him into prison, where he faced tough conditions and risks to his health. In the Philippines, some jails are known for being overcrowded and having very basic facilities. These conditions made life hard for Scott, who was thousands of miles away from his family and friends in the United States. What makes Scott’s story even more heartbreaking is how long it took to fight the conviction. It would be more than five years before significant attention would return to his case. During that time, Scott and his supporters argued for his innocence, saying that the case against him was built on incorrect and unfair information. They felt that justice had not been served rightly. A Turn Toward Justice Finally, after many years of legal struggles, breakthroughs started to happen. New evidence came to light, and in 2016, after spending almost six years in prison, Scott was released following a full acquittal. This was a huge step forward and gave Scott and his family renewed hope. His supporters and human rights advocates pointed out how this case showed the flaws in the justice system - especially how easy it can be for an innocent person to be convicted if the right safeguards aren’t in place. For Scott McMahon, the fight to clear his name is not just about himself. It’s also about bringing attention to the problem of wrongful convictions worldwide. It’s a reminder that despite the best intentions, our criminal justice systems are not perfect. They can make mistakes. And those mistakes can have life-changing consequences for people like Scott. Scott’s story underlines the importance of having a fair and balanced legal system, where every person accused of a crime gets a fair chance to prove their innocence. It shows why we need laws, courts, and police to act justly and why everyone must have access to good lawyers who will fight for their rights. In conclusion, Scott McMahon’s case is a powerful example of the harm that wrongful convictions can cause. It highlights the need for continued and diligent efforts to prevent such injustices. Scott’s ongoing battle for justice isn’t just about one person; it’s about making sure our legal systems work correctly and fairly for everyone.
Yep he owned a construction business.. I heard about that one. He was making alot of money and the filipina wanted his business so she framed him. Happened multiple times since the 2000s to westerners with money or businesses in PH or the filipino bf collaborated with the women to get rid of the husband as well and guess what she isn't in prison LOL and running those businesses.
I was accused of stealing a 2k dog,,In court no one asked the dog owner if she had proof/receipt she owner a dog. The she could not describe what the dog looked like.Plus why steal and rick getting rabies when there are thousands on the street.
@@mikek8816 `It was a mess he owes me money so got his wife to to file a case..Some one I have never met saw 3 of us at 2am get on a m/bike and ride off. Hard to believe educated people let it get this far..Plus my attny took the20 K and never saw here again.
Sounds likes its better just to stay here in the coffee region in Colombia..Its beautiful here, inexpensive...And the weather is perfect...No humidity...People here are also super friendly. You will need to learn some Spanish though..
That's a great list. More good suggestions in the comments. I'm always watching my back to avoid trouble. Persistent beggars are worrisome as handouts are illegal in some places. Also my Filipina does most of the driving because I heard that foreigners are always found to be at fault.
The theory is that if the foreigner had never come to their country then the accident wouldn't have happened. Therefore the foreigner is at fault for entering the country!!
Here’s a 6th situation to avoid, especially in the Philippines: avoid, either in matters of business or romance, becoming more ‘valuable’ dead than alive. It sounds amusing, but it’s absolutely true…
I have to agree with you about YT revenue. Personally, IMHO, if you need YT revenue to survive in the Philippines, then you did not bring enough money to live here to begin with. Most Expat vloggers repeat the same boring drivel : low budget videos, drama, interviewing other expat vloggers. Also, snowbirding is a good option if you have the means to support 2 homes. I only stay here 5 mos., 3 weeks. I never go to BI, I use a visa agency, and leave before I need an EEC. I am staying in a ritzy area called Montezarra subdivision, Guadalupe, cebu. All the expats here are very well to do. No drama in their little bubble. Last thought: if you snowbird, be up front with any women you meet and tell them you are only here TEMPORARILY. Most will walk away, the understanding ones will part on good terms when you go back home. Glad you are home safely.
By the way, if it were me in this situation, I wouldn't go back to live in the Philippines and try to file cases against the corrupt individuals. I might do one or the other, but definitely not both.
If a poor country like the Philippines has a task force to apprehend and deport overstays and other illegals, why cant rich countries in the West do it? Or is a matter not of "cant" but won't?
The principle "IGNORANCE IS NO DEFENSE" applies in EVERY country in the world. When travelling to another country you need to know what's illegal and/or offensive and AVOID doing it. Prime example The Australian guys executed on Malaysia for drug trafficking. Their families petitioned for clemency saying "In Australia they'd get 5 years in jail for this." The alleged level of corruption and scams in the Philippines has been discussed in various vlogs and it's a factor you need to consider. Your account of being set up and sandbagged by an expat providing false information about your fugitive status is particularly concerning. Bad enough that a petulant or disgruntled local can file a case but when an expat can do the same! I much prefer the idea of keeping a relatively low profile and keeping my life out of the public domain.
Hey Paul if I were in your situation I would be exploring south america. It is so close to the US. So many countries of varying economic class and development. I kind of got stuck in the Philippines with the Asawa. How they treated you I would never look back at the Philippines again, just move on.
have you seen Andy Omars short where it shows Mark telling his Navy boot camp lie followed by him on one of his many live streams telling a viewer he was never in the Navy . . . . would that. be stolen valor cover up
People with interest X will seek out information on subject X. If you switch to subject Y then you still have holdovers from subject X. You will need to rebuild your audience for subject Y. Maybe subject Y has a larger audience in the long run.
It's brilliant advice not to use UA-cam as an income source while living in the Philippines. Have you made a video about ways to earn online income in the Philippines? There are many UA-cam videos on that subject. I think it could work for many expats.
There is none. Viable online incomes are very very rare... and only a few trust fund babies are preaching about it while using their parents piggy banks for survival 😂.
All what said in this video is correct. But I will add one more point. Stay as much as possible inside your house with your trusted/loved partner, or alone if you don't have one. Going outdoor, can bring you always unexpected troubles. Reduce conversation with locals to the minimum. The way they interpret a conversation, may be contrary to what you meant. People are gossiping and distorting what you said, which means that you can get into an unpleasant situation, just because you said something. Avoid helping needed people, much less by giving loans. The Philippine Gov. has much money, and they can do it in a professional way. Live your own life.
Going outdoors can bring you unexpected troubles? Wow, if that is true we are being led up the garden path by many of these youtubers who tell us the Ph is like paradise. It's good to have a reality check, I believe you. The Ph is now being revealed as a nightmare situation
I do not agree with that staying in your house plan. Be friendly, say hello to everyone you meet, smile, be approachable. I have heard from locals that say, oh there is an expat that lives nearby but he is not friendly. Never says anything. Well that might be the start of someone making trouble for you.
@@kevink1214 I know about a friendly foreigner in Cebu years ago, who took on himself a mission to help a certain local to improve his life. That ended with the foreigner being buried under a cement floor of a piggery after being murdered by the local he helped, and who was just a simple fellow from the Barrio. That murderer was stupid enough, attempting to sell the laptop he stole from thye foreigner which led to his capture. I know about some more stories of this kind, even suspected wives who arrange their husbans being killed. But no need to go into details. Just put a limit to the distance from people; Expats or locals. I refer you to the story: Please google: Couple, son nabbed in Cebu for Canadian’s slay By: Chito O. Aragon
@@kevink1214 What is so nice about living in one's own country is that you can live like that, or however you please (within reasonable limits), and it doesn't matter what your neighbours think. You are not frightenened of them, basically because you understand their mentality, and where their limits of tolerance are. Home Sweet Home❤ Foreigners are unknown and fundamentally unknowable, thus unpredictable and scary. That is the viewpoint of all humans, we are tribal animals, all deeply suspicious of other tribes. Imagine a family of Philippinos coming to England and living as they please, blaring out karaoke all night, with barking dogs and crowing cocks. It would not go down well.
Saudi Arabia , Middle east would be ok to me , about the Phils I know already everything worst food , barking stray dogs , roosters , single moms , lieing , etc watching from Germany
A slightly more considered video on the Philippines. It's too late now, but you could have approached the description of your BI experience this way. It wouldn't have burnt all your bridges. Using words like extortion and corruption, when describing a country certainly puts you in the category of "undesirable alien" from a future border crossing point of view. I doubt you'll find there is any legal redress for your detention and treatment. It was unfair and disproportionate, but I doubt it was illegal. In the UK you can be detained in a migration centre for months with no legal charges, other than suspicion of being an undesirable or suspicious foreigner. The only difference is the conditions are better. However migrants still die in custody.
When you give up your Privacy by opening your life on UA-cam, all it takes is one person that feels that you disrespected them and you will eat up all your UA-cam earnings and much more getting yourself out of trouble. Don't put your life on UA-cam. Be respectful and kind to others but most of all, obey the Laws.
Hey Paul , I really think you should reach out to Paul old dog . I know you’re not on the best terms . But I think he should interview you ,because expats need to know what you went through and why . The extortion. , time in jail and how an expat set you up . Just a thought . Stay well ..
I up voted because good thought. However, it would put Old dog in the crosshairs for BI monitoring or attacks from Mark Thorton who started this whole mess not only with Zoom but others even to the point of physical assaults on a disabled person. I steer clear of all Expats except the occasional brief conversation at the mall.
So by your definition Trump is an extraordinary individual to put up with the constant attacks? Yes, yes he is!! Could any of us "average" people deal with that level of persecution?
Trump is the guy who cheated on all his wives. Trump is the guy who had to pay back millions for abuse of the "charity" he started. Trump is the guy who bragged about grabbing women by the genitals. Trump is the guy convicted in a court of law of sexual assault. Trump is the guy who barged into the dressing rooms of beauty contestants. Trump is the guy who said avoiding AIDS was his "Vietnam." Trump is the guy who insulted a POW and said veterans were "suckers and losers" according to his own chief of staff. Trump is the guy who had to pay back millions from his "University" fraud. And you say he's "persecuted"? No! The word you should be looking for is "prosecuted."
@@johng4093 exactly my point! This guy says Lao when it is Laos in English but he doesn’t say Pilipinas for the Philippines. He also calls it Thailand but doesn’t call it Prathet Thai, which makes no sense.
@@PaulWorldZoom The first part is not true. You are not old yet. You're getting close but you're not quite there yet. We all know that just because you are not charged with something doesn't mean you didn't do it. 95% of crimes go unprosecuted. Are you saying that Assistant US Attorney Lisa Leschuck got it wrong? She informed the court that you admitted to investigators that you stole your brother-in-law's passport and used it to catch a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong.
No. 6 Avoid turning up in PI and then being interviewed by a number of established PI UA-cam vloggers and creating a false history of your life by telling fantastical and very untrue stories. Then avoid blaming everyone but yourself when one of the UA-camd vloggers calls out your lies and says they were annoyed by what you did. If you do no. 6 you might make an enemy or two and end up in immigration detention.
You keep saying you were wrongly detained and set up by an expat but to this day you have not provided any proof, and for that reason I will unsubscribe. Best wishes on your journey in life
Think about it. What is the first thing that happens when people lawyer up and press charges? Under the council of legal representation, they're told to say nothing.
We have a place in Iloilo but still spend most of your time in the states for now. I think your list is pretty good and I did not see myself in any of your warnings. I would add anyone that has struggled with any type of addiction should stay clear of the Philippines.
Thank you for taking my suggestion and making this video.. glad you can tell your story and warn people on what to avoid.
Thanks for the idea!
The biggest one you missed is don't mess with married women. The fact their ex can get you and her locked up to be extorted. The fact you can be charged with child endangerment for being alone with her children. The fact annulments & formal separations are expensive, slow & come with no guarantees.
The threat of being charged with adultery in the Philippines is way overblown. Most poor Filipinos can't afford to pay an attorney to file a case.
the child one is big, they're paranoid like crazy on this subject and will report you, it's literally illegal to be alone with a child you're not related to
@@adonisengineering5508 agreed.
All it takes is a lawyer & a cop, I've seen it happen heaps. Most times it's just a blackmail for a few tens of thousands pesos but sometimes it's way worse.
Yes, the rules about relationships seem very different to those in the west so it is very easy to do something wrong unwittingly.
A well balanced and presented video. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Brave, courageous, very resistant. Always keep going. Don't let it stop you. Respect!
Thank you so much! Appreciated
Great video, thank you for sharing these tips. it truly helps.
Glad it was helpful!
Great content. As I have traveled through SE Asia I notice the emotional reactivity lever in the Phillipines. I consider that a risk. Anyone can react to anything and that can lead to volatility I just don’t want to be a part of. Other SE Asian countries are not like that
Agreed. I worry about a few expats in the PO
PI
I agree with you very much about mixing with other expats. Yes, I know it can feel like a release to be among those who natively speak the same language as you, even if from another country. I am from UK and I come across many from the USA, and it can feel good to share and talk in English. BUT - and this is important to me - there's a reason I left the West in the first place. So why would I want to be surrounded by the West in Asia? It seems counter-intuitive to me to want to spend much time with those of western culture and would slow my integration into Filipino culture.
And that's something I have discovered to be very much a safety net - that the more I integrate locally and with my wife's family, the more the locals and my in-laws have my back. They are not so caring, and sometimes downright suspicious, towards expats who group together forming a kind of ghetto of westerners culture, and often with behaviour that is frowned upon or downright distasteful to the locals.
Some great points. Really appreciated
If you weren't a UA-camr, Paul you would still be living your best life in the Phils. No Thank you, bro. I don't need the aggravation 😏
Well say d, and true
Said
I'll add one: Don't Attract Attention. Period. Full Stop.
Great point
Tall,white,attractive American male here, and how do you NOT do that?
I'm noticed everywhere!
Yeah but I get it.
@@stevenkrupka3670 don't be arrogant and post comments about what a stud you are.. Use your smooth brain he means don't DO things that attract attention. Yelling at people in public. Getting drunk and assaulting people.
I'm married here in Cebu with 2 sons. I have met some great expats that are family men like myself however about 50 percent are arrogant assh-les. Usually I see them in the grocery store for some reason hahaha. My Wife's family is horrible but luckily she is the go between and I say little. I live a quiet and lovely life compared to the western country I'm from and not simply because of money. Even being fairly well off in the US I was tired of general negativity. My opinion is if you're a good hearted man of integrity then this or dozens of other countries are fantastic to call home
Well said and congratulations
This is a very good video with important information.
Glad it was helpful!
Feel for expats that have got into trouble with immigration
You are correct and putting a UA-camrs in front of the public and have all those negative comments must be stressful
I am lucky I can manage to live on my retirement only although I Not Rich and watch
My ideal way of living in Asia would be Philippines base and slow travel to Thailand Vietnam Malaysia and Japan
I like you did not expect expats to be the worse worry living in Philippines
Salamat PO amping ka Paula
P.s .the Pea just released good video on a woman 9 years in Dubai. It was Not good for her
It hard to get to Philippines DONT LET OTHER PEOPLE INTO YOUR LIFE EXPATS NOR LOCALS ENJOY THE COUNTY
Paul you forgot one that is a big one: If for anything you want to end the relationship (married or not) with a Filipina, if she is not happy or hates on you, she can press mental abuse, infidelity or violence against women charges and you will likely end up in a Filipino jail. Once a lawyer knows that you are an American, Canadian or Australian they will gladly take the case against you. They even take the case for free because they know that they can get money from you or they will throw you in jail. She can even collect money from her family if the lawyer requires a down payment.
Well said. I agree completely
How ridiculous is that 🙄🤨🙄
@@frankellis9627 Yeah, its a trap. Basically you need to get along with the girl and her family to be out of trouble. My ex wife refused to speak to me for months because I refused to help her sister financially. I also heard many other stories.
Many bloggers who do videos, not naming them, thank you very much. Also, have a side hustle doing consulting (everything you want to know and how to move to the Philippines and more). Have you ever entertained that idea?
Great suggestion! I hadn’t thought of that
Good information, Paul! Nothing like personal experience as education!
Thank you very much
A lot of commenters talk about the corruption in the Philippines, but just remember who set Paul up... it was a foreigner. And look at Tim K's situation, all that trouble because of foreigners. My best guess is they're all jealous of successful UA-camrs. It's really sad, but there are a lot of "crazy people," as "Old Dog" Paul calls them, who have nothing better to do than try to ruin people's lives.
Thank you
Scott McMahon was an American living overseas in the Philippines when things took a turn for the worse. In 2011, he was arrested and charged with a severe crime - sexually assaulting his business partner’s former girlfriend. The accusation came after Scott accused her of harming his kids. There were many problems with her story and how the case was handled.
First, the charge was based solely on his partner’s ex-girlfriend’s claim without any clear evidence. There was no DNA, no video, nothing that directly showed Scott had done anything wrong. In a fair legal system, people are supposed to be innocent until proven guilty. That means it’s the job of the police and prosecutors to show beyond a reasonable doubt that someone committed the crime. But in Scott’s case, he was presumed guilty from the start, which isn’t how the system is supposed to work.
Secondly, the trial itself had lots of issues. The court didn’t consider all the evidence, and what evidence it did consider spanned nearly six years. Witnesses who could have supported Scott’s innocence were not allowed to testify. Imagine you’re accused of not being in school during a specific hour, and your friends who were with you aren’t allowed to say they saw you in class. It would be unfair, and that’s what happened to Scott during his trial.
Prison Conditions
Scott’s problems didn’t end with his trial; they followed him into prison, where he faced tough conditions and risks to his health. In the Philippines, some jails are known for being overcrowded and having very basic facilities. These conditions made life hard for Scott, who was thousands of miles away from his family and friends in the United States.
What makes Scott’s story even more heartbreaking is how long it took to fight the conviction. It would be more than five years before significant attention would return to his case. During that time, Scott and his supporters argued for his innocence, saying that the case against him was built on incorrect and unfair information. They felt that justice had not been served rightly.
A Turn Toward Justice
Finally, after many years of legal struggles, breakthroughs started to happen. New evidence came to light, and in 2016, after spending almost six years in prison, Scott was released following a full acquittal. This was a huge step forward and gave Scott and his family renewed hope. His supporters and human rights advocates pointed out how this case showed the flaws in the justice system - especially how easy it can be for an innocent person to be convicted if the right safeguards aren’t in place.
For Scott McMahon, the fight to clear his name is not just about himself. It’s also about bringing attention to the problem of wrongful convictions worldwide. It’s a reminder that despite the best intentions, our criminal justice systems are not perfect. They can make mistakes. And those mistakes can have life-changing consequences for people like Scott.
Scott’s story underlines the importance of having a fair and balanced legal system, where every person accused of a crime gets a fair chance to prove their innocence. It shows why we need laws, courts, and police to act justly and why everyone must have access to good lawyers who will fight for their rights.
In conclusion, Scott McMahon’s case is a powerful example of the harm that wrongful convictions can cause. It highlights the need for continued and diligent efforts to prevent such injustices. Scott’s ongoing battle for justice isn’t just about one person; it’s about making sure our legal systems work correctly and fairly for everyone.
Yep he owned a construction business.. I heard about that one. He was making alot of money and the filipina wanted his business so she framed him. Happened multiple times since the 2000s to westerners with money or businesses in PH or the filipino bf collaborated with the women to get rid of the husband as well and guess what she isn't in prison LOL and running those businesses.
I was accused of stealing a 2k dog,,In court no one asked the dog owner if she had proof/receipt she owner a dog. The she could not describe what the dog looked like.Plus why steal and rick getting rabies when there are thousands on the street.
@@GlenDoer-gq1rs That’s crazy. Did the court dismiss the case? Who goes around dog napping?
@@mikek8816 `It was a mess he owes me money so got his wife to to file a case..Some one I have never met saw 3 of us at 2am get on a m/bike and ride off. Hard to believe educated people let it get this far..Plus my attny took the20 K and never saw here again.
Sounds likes its better just to stay here in the coffee region in Colombia..Its beautiful here, inexpensive...And the weather is perfect...No humidity...People here are also super friendly. You will need to learn some Spanish though..
That's a great list. More good suggestions in the comments. I'm always watching my back to avoid trouble. Persistent beggars are worrisome as handouts are illegal in some places. Also my Filipina does most of the driving because I heard that foreigners are always found to be at fault.
The theory is that if the foreigner had never come to their country then the accident wouldn't have happened. Therefore the foreigner is at fault for entering the country!!
Here’s a 6th situation to avoid, especially in the Philippines: avoid, either in matters of business or romance, becoming more ‘valuable’ dead than alive. It sounds amusing, but it’s absolutely true…
Well said, and true
I certainly would appreciate a dedicated or tac on rebuttal to Battaglia
Frank Battaglia owns the criminals World zoom and the Bummer.
I don’t know him
So after 1 year are you able to return legally to the Philippines
Yes, but I won’t
There are so many other places to go it doesn't make sense to go to one where you were mistreated.
@@PaulWorldZoomis that the truth
I have to agree with you about YT revenue. Personally, IMHO, if you need YT revenue to survive in the Philippines, then you did not bring enough money to live here to begin with. Most Expat vloggers repeat the same boring drivel : low budget videos, drama, interviewing other expat vloggers. Also, snowbirding is a good option if you have the means to support 2 homes. I only stay here 5 mos., 3 weeks. I never go to BI, I use a visa agency, and leave before I need an EEC. I am staying in a ritzy area called Montezarra subdivision, Guadalupe, cebu. All the expats here are very well to do. No drama in their little bubble. Last thought: if you snowbird, be up front with any women you meet and tell them you are only here TEMPORARILY. Most will walk away, the understanding ones will part on good terms when you go back home. Glad you are home safely.
Yes, so true
You're right all these vloggers have had some kind of problem in the Phils. Knock on wood I'm not a vlogger or the UA-cam type 🤨
Good plan 👍👍
1. Loosen up buddy, take it easy. I don't mind if you put videos for Saudi Arabia, Dubai etc. 😄
Thanks
Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks
Thanks for the great information
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching
By the way, if it were me in this situation, I wouldn't go back to live in the Philippines and try to file cases against the corrupt individuals. I might do one or the other, but definitely not both.
I won’t. Thanks
If a poor country like the Philippines has a task force to apprehend and deport overstays and other illegals, why cant rich countries in the West do it? Or is a matter not of "cant" but won't?
The rich countries import the broke illegals to work as indentured servants at taco bell and scrubbing toilets.
So true
They don’t want to do it.
Some see illegals as future voters for their party.
The principle "IGNORANCE IS NO DEFENSE" applies in EVERY country in the world. When travelling to another country you need to know what's illegal and/or offensive and AVOID doing it.
Prime example The Australian guys executed on Malaysia for drug trafficking. Their families petitioned for clemency saying "In Australia they'd get 5 years in jail for this."
The alleged level of corruption and scams in the Philippines has been discussed in various vlogs and it's a factor you need to consider.
Your account of being set up and sandbagged by an expat providing false information about your fugitive status is particularly concerning.
Bad enough that a petulant or disgruntled local can file a case but when an expat can do the same!
I much prefer the idea of keeping a relatively low profile and keeping my life out of the public domain.
Good thoughts and advice. I really appreciate your thoughts. Nice
South Road Properties is pretty much near the Chinese Casino. Maybe that's why there were so many Chinese
Hey Paul if I were in your situation I would be exploring south america. It is so close to the US. So many countries of varying economic class and development. I kind of got stuck in the Philippines with the Asawa. How they treated you I would never look back at the Philippines again, just move on.
Well, it seems like you can’t keep a good scammer down.
I don’t get it
He's insulting you.
Glad you’re back on Phillipines , I take it that you are feeling better after your incarceration , you’re looking old self.👍🤙
Yes! Thank you! I appreciate that
Play this video at 2 x speed
Funny suggestion
In a recent one of his boring live streams Mark said he didn't do it, I don't believe him.
I agree completely
have you seen Andy Omars short where it shows Mark telling his Navy boot camp lie followed by him on one of his many live streams telling a viewer he was never in the Navy . . . . would that. be stolen valor cover up
Mark said he didn't do what?
@@sproket168 send immigration an old wanted poster of Mark with WorldZoom which landed him in a @hit hole detention
I have many good and gorey stories of working abroad. But I will never do youtube. Too many loose lips sink ships. I just keep them to myself.
People with interest X will seek out information on subject X. If you switch to subject Y then you still have holdovers from subject X. You will need to rebuild your audience for subject Y.
Maybe subject Y has a larger audience in the long run.
It's brilliant advice not to use UA-cam as an income source while living in the Philippines. Have you made a video about ways to earn online income in the Philippines? There are many UA-cam videos on that subject. I think it could work for many expats.
Hi Cassie, I haven’t but that could be fun to research and present some cools ideas. Thanks again
There is none. Viable online incomes are very very rare... and only a few trust fund babies are preaching about it while using their parents piggy banks for survival 😂.
You're good at talking 👍🏻
Thank you
All what said in this video is correct. But I will add one more point. Stay as much as possible inside your house with your trusted/loved partner, or alone if you don't have one. Going outdoor, can bring you always unexpected troubles. Reduce conversation with locals to the minimum. The way they interpret a conversation, may be contrary to what you meant. People are gossiping and distorting what you said, which means that you can get into an unpleasant situation, just because you said something. Avoid helping needed people, much less by giving loans. The Philippine Gov. has much money, and they can do it in a professional way. Live your own life.
Going outdoors can bring you unexpected troubles? Wow, if that is true we are being led up the garden path by many of these youtubers who tell us the Ph is like paradise. It's good to have a reality check, I believe you. The Ph is now being revealed as a nightmare situation
A lot of risk in the Philippines. Stay humble and quiet
I do not agree with that staying in your house plan. Be friendly, say hello to everyone you meet, smile, be approachable. I have heard from locals that say, oh there is an expat that lives nearby but he is not friendly. Never says anything. Well that might be the start of someone making trouble for you.
@@kevink1214 I know about a friendly foreigner in Cebu years ago, who took on himself a mission to help a certain local to improve his life. That ended with the foreigner being buried under a cement floor of a piggery after being murdered by the local he helped, and who was just a simple fellow from the Barrio. That murderer was stupid enough, attempting to sell the laptop he stole from thye foreigner which led to his capture. I know about some more stories of this kind, even suspected wives who arrange their husbans being killed. But no need to go into details. Just put a limit to the distance from people; Expats or locals. I refer you to the story: Please google: Couple, son nabbed in Cebu for Canadian’s slay
By: Chito O. Aragon
@@kevink1214 What is so nice about living in one's own country is that you can live like that, or however you please (within reasonable limits), and it doesn't matter what your neighbours think. You are not frightenened of them, basically because you understand their mentality, and where their limits of tolerance are. Home Sweet Home❤
Foreigners are unknown and fundamentally unknowable, thus unpredictable and scary. That is the viewpoint of all humans, we are tribal animals, all deeply suspicious of other tribes. Imagine a family of Philippinos coming to England and living as they please, blaring out karaoke all night, with barking dogs and crowing cocks. It would not go down well.
Good video Paul :)
Glad you enjoyed it
stay far away with the kind of expats in philippines
Yes, true
Good content!
Thank you
their must be easier digital online jobs then youtube
In the land of 'My Way' karaoke murders these guys are the definition of tall poppies.
Agreed
When the barangay captain knows your name, your new name will be toast. Not good to be on their bad side.
Making about a thousand bucks as a vlogger seems like peanuts for what you are subjected to in the Philippines. #GoFish
You are 100% correct
Saudi Arabia , Middle east would be ok to me , about the Phils I know already everything
worst food , barking stray dogs , roosters , single moms , lieing , etc
watching from Germany
You got it right. Take care
It would be dangerous for you to return I feel.
Agreed
to many jealous people if you have good youtube chanel
Yes, exactly
A slightly more considered video on the Philippines. It's too late now, but you could have approached the description of your BI experience this way. It wouldn't have burnt all your bridges.
Using words like extortion and corruption, when describing a country certainly puts you in the category of "undesirable alien" from a future border crossing point of view. I doubt you'll find there is any legal redress for your detention and treatment. It was unfair and disproportionate, but I doubt it was illegal.
In the UK you can be detained in a migration centre for months with no legal charges, other than suspicion of being an undesirable or suspicious foreigner. The only difference is the conditions are better. However migrants still die in custody.
You forgot one important item, don’t get your ass locked up! 🎉🎉🎉
No kidding
I assume you have discussed with Sheila that she also can’t go back, too risky for her now.
Why?
@@ShikokuFoodForest partner of a guy (Zoomer) that completely insulted government officials.
When you give up your Privacy by opening your life on UA-cam, all it takes is one person that feels that you disrespected them and you will eat up all your UA-cam earnings and much more getting yourself out of trouble. Don't put your life on UA-cam. Be respectful and kind to others but most of all, obey the Laws.
Exactly. So true
Did mark Thornton turn you in
Possibly
Hey Paul , I really think you should reach out to Paul old dog . I know you’re not on the best terms . But I think he should interview you ,because expats need to know what you went through and why . The extortion. , time in jail and how an expat set you up .
Just a thought . Stay well ..
I up voted because good thought. However, it would put Old dog in the crosshairs for BI monitoring or attacks from Mark Thorton who started this whole mess not only with Zoom but others even to the point of physical assaults on a disabled person. I steer clear of all Expats except the occasional brief conversation at the mall.
have a channel but disable the comments
Good plan
If you’re a drinker you can always find a way to improve on this list lol. Kidding but drink responsibly
Ask the Australian dude with the heavy metal perm for advice on how to do that😂
@@CharlesWhite-j4f lol expert
You're a quest in their country USA not what it used to be
Funny. Thanks
So by your definition Trump is an extraordinary individual to put up with the constant attacks?
Yes, yes he is!!
Could any of us "average" people deal with that level of persecution?
Trump is the guy who cheated on all his wives. Trump is the guy who had to pay back millions for abuse of the "charity" he started. Trump is the guy who bragged about grabbing women by the genitals. Trump is the guy convicted in a court of law of sexual assault. Trump is the guy who barged into the dressing rooms of beauty contestants. Trump is the guy who said avoiding AIDS was his "Vietnam." Trump is the guy who insulted a POW and said veterans were "suckers and losers" according to his own chief of staff. Trump is the guy who had to pay back millions from his "University" fraud.
And you say he's "persecuted"? No! The word you should be looking for is "prosecuted."
Thanks
It’s called Pilipinas, not the Philippines.
Really)
@@PaulWorldZoom yeah, at least be consistent.
It's called "Philippines" in English. 😊
@@johng4093 exactly my point! This guy says Lao when it is Laos in English but he doesn’t say Pilipinas for the Philippines. He also calls it Thailand but doesn’t call it Prathet Thai, which makes no sense.
No interest in the Middle East
Understood
Your the old guy who stole his brothers passport.
The first is true 😜 The second completely false. Didn’t happen and wasn’t charged
@@PaulWorldZoom The first part is not true. You are not old yet. You're getting close but you're not quite there yet. We all know that just because you are not charged with something doesn't mean you didn't do it. 95% of crimes go unprosecuted. Are you saying that Assistant US Attorney Lisa Leschuck got it wrong? She informed the court that you admitted to investigators that you stole your brother-in-law's passport and used it to catch a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong.
@@NotAlone2345-q4p wow first I've heard of this. Shameful. Hide your piggy banks
No. 6 Avoid turning up in PI and then being interviewed by a number of established PI UA-cam vloggers and creating a false history of your life by telling fantastical and very untrue stories. Then avoid blaming everyone but yourself when one of the UA-camd vloggers calls out your lies and says they were annoyed by what you did. If you do no. 6 you might make an enemy or two and end up in immigration detention.
You are funny. Enjoy your life
@@PaulWorldZoom Thank you Paul for your kind words. You too. Have a great day and take care.
You keep saying you were wrongly detained and set up by an expat but to this day you have not provided any proof, and for that reason I will unsubscribe. Best wishes on your journey in life
Bye Felicia.
There were no charges.
Think about it. What is the first thing that happens when people lawyer up and press charges? Under the council of legal representation, they're told to say nothing.
That was funny@TheSocioPat7786
Do you still have your Ankle Bracelet on or did they take that off? 😂😂