I Live Better In The Philippines Than I Ever Did In Australia (Here's Why)
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i perfectly understand people from the west when they talk about the traffic and the apparent sight of poverty in some part of the metro but Philippines is developing and the government has invested a lot in this last decade in improving our infrasructure and even as early as now we're feeling the benefits of this. And I'll tell you Philippines is getting there in no time. I have been to other countries even to some of the most advance and rich countries and I can certainly tell you our Filipino people's attitude is way better than in the most advance countries you can think of and I wouldn't trade my country to any of these countries out there and I am proud to say we may not have the comfort you have but our people is our biggest treasure. Our genuine care for humanity is what set us apart from the rest and what most of the countries lack - meakness is what most Filipinos have and we are not ashame of our state because our meakness is our strength. God bless the Philippines.
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Gov hasn’t done anything, they haven’t invested in anything.
Love!!❤❤❤
I've been to the States and Europe. They're good but not friendly and hospitable. In Italy, I didn't feel foreigners are that welcomed. It has to do with the millions of tourists they have which doesn't make it a loss for Italians if few of the foreigners don't like being treated or don't come back but still, they shouldn't be taken for granted since they add millions to Italy's revenue.
@@miguelbalisi9952 that's another difference of the Filipino people. we know how to appreciate even the simplest thing. im working in the service industry. so many people in the west complaint a lot though they have all the comfort that most people in Asia don't. i pity them. with that observation, i don't think they understand what contentment and happiness realy mean.
Im from Phil work in USA FOR MORE THAN 35 YRS now Im retired back to my homeland Phil. Theres no place like home & I tell you its paradise esp your retired ...no worry ...always happy😊😊😊😊
Yes, am planning too after 53 years in the US.😊
OMG. congrats, inggit ako sayo.
Congrats! enjoy your retirement.
Yes, it’s good to live in Philippines if you are rich/plenty of money. However, there is a few issues to live there. Holidays yes. Philippines is only good for holidays sometimes each year. Number 1 issues health care are poor in Philippines. Polluted, traffic lots of crimes it’s hot. Shopping mall has no seats once you felt tired of shopping from walking. Most of shopping mall when you use toilet they don’t provide toilet rolls🤣🤣😂😂. What happened if you don’t take your own toilet rolls/wipe what are you gonna use if it’s happened that you do poop. Use your hands? 🙌 wipe your bum? Atleast in Australia hospitals are free. Except private hospitals. Private insurance needed if you want to use private hospitals. Free medical check up/public clinic. I]Shopping centre anywhere has seats you can rest anytime when you get tired of walking from shopping. No scooters on the roads etc that caused of traffic. The Philippine government must do something to get rid the scooters. They’re all headaches and pain in the ass.
@@peppers1237that's you. Not for us. Whatever crap you say. That's your opinion. For retired people like me, Phil. Is the best place to retire not in a horrible nursing home. You can degrade the life in Phil. With all your might. NOTHING GONNA CHANGE MY LOVE FOR THE PHILIPPINES, COMING HOME SOON FOR GOOD.
As a Filipino Aussie who has grown up in Australia since 1980, i totally agree with you.
The way you have described the living cost, culture aspects and life in Australia compared to the Philippines, i certainly know where you are coming from.
I traveled to the Philippines back in 2022 and in March 2024 and wishing to pack up my life in Australia and move permanently to the Philippines.
Yes there is traffic, pollution, crime and Philippines is not perfect but its not perfect in Australia too.
But the difference in cost of living is dramatic.
Australia has started including weekend and public holiday surcharges, 10% charge for weekends, 20% charge during public holidays.
Food in restaurants is already expensive, with smaller portions. Its not worth for average families to be going out for breakfast, lunch or dinners.
People in the Philippines are more polite, hard working, happy, have a better cultural society in terms of celebrating special calendar events and value things far more greater than Australians do.
Bang for your buck, Philippines is the way to go
I plan to travel back to the Philippines end of 2024 or 2025...
I can't wait till my mum moves back to the Philippines, so I have an excuse to go there frequently :)
@@JasonISF if she does go back to ph, i hope you have a great time exploring and appreciating ph..all the best!
He is a business owner. He prefers there bc he can pays his staff peanuts.
I am so grateful i had an opportunity to work and live in the US, it opened my eyes to a lot of things, i appreciate more my country my people and my culture and i also enjoyed the luxury and convenience that the Western world has to offer. It the best of both worlds.
True. Philippines is a developing country and Foreigners can live here like Kings. Too bad to those who only sees the negative side. Well said. 👍👍❤️🇵🇭
U are right in phil.people they treated every one good.
I am filipina living in Australia…. If you are a businessman, you will live better there in Philippines. If I have a business I will do the same…
Thank you for the positive comments about our country and the Filipinos.
Hi Jordon. Regarding the crime rate here, it is actually lower compared to Australia. Although crime here is more concentrated in Metro Manila. So if you compare it to, say, Bangkok, Metro Manila's is much higher. But as a country overall, we are just next to Thailand in terms of safety. These are stats from Numbeo site:
2023 Crime Index Rate Ranking:
1 Malaysia 52.9
2 Cambodia 52.9
3 Myanmar 48.2
4 Indonesia 45.9
5 Vietnam 44.5
6 Philippines 42.7
7 Thailand 38.7
8 Brunei 29.0
9 Singapore 29.2
United States 49
United Kingdom 46.9
New Zealand 45.8
Australia 45.5
:)
100% correct on your assessment. Moving there from Perth soon 😁
Nice I grew up in Perth
No you didn't. I don't know WTF your accent is, but it's not aussie.
@@earthwormjim3269 English, kid
@@iamjordonbarnett Then why lie and tell people you grew up in Perth, kid.
@@earthwormjim3269 Because I grew up in Perth gumbo
Well said mate .. Aussie is here watching/following
Sir, I really like your point of view about the Philippines besides from negative aspects on the other side of our country. You have a good taste in life for a better future of Pilipinos... You're absolutely a optimistic one. Thank you so much sir.
Beautiful comments/feedback for the Philippines and its people. I've missed PH- the laughs, the fun.
Well said. Australia is in a downward spiral of GREED.
Yep Australia is and always has been just another version of the UK/England and look at the state that they're in.
Only in Australia, will you find traffic on the motorway.
Just subscribed your channel. Living in the Philippines needs courage at the beginning, sooner you'll come to used of the weather, the people, our culture etc. Been watching some foreigners who were homeless in their country but they found their lives in thr Philippines more known, respected, loved and happiness due to our unique culture. Welcome to the Philippines and Wish you success in your business life. That's great to hear, Mabuhay 👏🇬🇷🇵🇭
I like your take and your assessment about the Philippines, mate. Very positive. Welcome to the Philippines and hope your business will flourish.
I love the Philippines!
@@iamjordonbarnettthank you for loving our country ❤️
Thank you for liking our country
Thanks for your honest review with the Phils. It's really the people who will make each country great!. We Filipinos dont discriminate people as long as you treat us right. We dont tolerate rudeness and unethical behaviour. Good luck in your business here just treat your employee right and we have your back Sir. God bless you!
I just learned that most Countries don't have a dedicated lane for Senior Citizens. In the Philippines, there is a dedicated lane for Senior Citizens, Pregnant women and PWD in almost all establishments.
This is a really good idea!
@@wont.stop.travelyes and if you harmed them you'll probably go to jail especially if it's a women. And it's applied to all either you are a citizen or a noncitizen
Well said and absolutely true. And the Philippines is an English speaking country, westernized and medium of instruction in schools or universities, newspapers, government and in all kinds of communications. Of course besides the national language which is Tagalog or Pilipino, as subject grammar in speaking & writing & reading as part of curriculum in elementary & high school only. But Manila has international schools for student foreigners. However, since the Philippines has 3 regions called , Luzon in the north where Metro Manila is located, then Visayas region in the middle part between Luzon & Mindanao, the third region in the south of the Philippines. Philippines has 7,100 islands and It has different kinds of dialects spoken whether in Luzon, Visayas like Cebu and Mindanao like Davao or Zamboanga. All the regions consists of different provinces, cities and municipalities or towns.
You have the best of both worlds a cosmopolitan living or provincial life in the provinces if you like to live near the sea or island living.
Lastly as progressives developing country a lot of foreign investors or offices are doing business in the Philippines with call centers located & established. It has a lot of beautiful malls, stores, restaurants, bars, hotels , banks modern theatres all over in Manila & other major cities in the provinces and famous, stores, like IKEA and brand names, restaurants, snack joints, etc in the U.S.
And Filipinos are very welcoming, kind, helpful, resilient & respectful people, educated and industrious.
Its nice that a foreign man like yourself was able to grow your business and live a better life here. I head other countries are having political problems that affects everyone and everything. Happiness comes from within and affects everyone and by that, affects the success of your business. ❤
Thanks for choosing Philippines Mr.Don WELCOME and have a great day ahead🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
Hi Jordan, I am a Filipino living in Australia for 20 years now, and I totally agree and like what I’ve just heard from you. I have just become your subscriber!
You are a Filipino living in Australia because it is better than your country?
@@libatalklieb5793economically maybe....but philippines is better
@@llhet5504 better for what? I hope you don't say the women, because they are the bottom of the barrel
Thank you for choosing the Philippines! 🙏❤️
I live on the Beach. Lapu - Lapu Cebu. It's modern, bright with little pollution or traffic. Internet has improved heaps - Now 150mbs. Otherwise I agree whole heartedly with you. In 10 years I have never felt threatened and I have ridden a motor cycle around most of the country. Most people speak English and are friendly and want to meet you and have a conversation.
The only downside for me is the litter. Traffic can be slow away from my area but the drivers are courteous. "they will stop to let you cut across or do U turns". No road rage here.
The best thing I ever did was leave Australia for here. I love the this country and it's people.
So saying - No I would never live in Manila.
It’s a developing area. Those issues mentioned are very temporary.
To me Cebu’s main attraction is the south side of the island. If I had millions on me id build a house in that area before it gets gentrified.
Nice, my mum is from Bohol and I'm looking forward to going back to the Philippines next year with her and my family.
What area in the south specifically
head great things about Bohol!
You live in the richest city of Cebu.
Former English Teacher in South Korea. Almost every second day I miss the culture. Can confirm his general observations.
Whats important is,you know how to interact w/ pilipino people, & a good way of attitude towards them & you gonna be ok..be smart & alert dealing w/ people,there are bad & good guys,you know...
Thete's always good and bad peopke in every country
Rightly said and rightly so. Way to go Jordan!
Welcome and thank you for choosing Philippines 🇵🇭
English is widely spoken in the 🇵🇭. Business , Traffic signage, Forms are in English.
This is an honest-to-goodness comment about the Philippines. Totally non-biased and heartfelt. Thank you for this video, bro.
Thanks for the support
Welcome my friend to the 🇵🇭, enjoy and have fun🎉🎉🎉 I hope ur business will grow faster and fluorish!!!
Welcome to the Philippines my beautiful country. The locals will treat you like feeling at home. They are helpful and approachable and I'm sure you will enjoy your time and your welcome once again. It's cheap and available everywhere. It's easy to get what you want too. We have 7,641 islands and of course our beaches are clean and amazing it has crystal clear blue water. Just choose the place suited for your business and I'm sure ur business will boom. Besides the Filipinos are available and affordable salary and they are qualified and trusted. So enjoy guys our beautiful country Philippines. Watching you from Cairo, Egypt originally from Davao City the Philippines. 💖🇵🇭🇪🇬
Looking forward to returning to Bohol with my mum and family next year, haven't been back to the Philippines for over 10 years!
Exactly Jordon! Good luck to u & your business. 👍
Yep, one thing that shocked me when I came to Australia is the customer service😮
Can't complain about customer service in Australia. There isn't any. 😢
Great review! And yes, as someone who works remotely with Aussies, I can attest to what you said.
Thanks for the feedback!
If some foreigners are doubtful due to outrageous negativity in Socialmedia...but once THEY SET FOOT IN THE PHILIPPINES,..ALL DOUBTS CRUMBLE AND ARE INSTANTLY HOOKED BY ITS UNIQUENESS!!
..AND THE LONGER THEY STAY,THE HARDER IT IS FOR THEM TO LEAVE!!
IF EVER THEY LEAVE,THEY HAVE ALREADY LEFT THEIR HEART WANTING TO COMEBACK!!
Regarding economy, the Philippines full-year 2023 GDP growth was actually the strongest among major Asian economies, with a full-year GDP growth rate of 5.6%, outpacing major economies in Asia such as China (5.2%), Vietnam (5%), and Malaysia (3.8%) based on the latest available data. :)
The Philippine government has huge budget to get rid of slums/squatters, build infrastructure for railways and subway. They also have a target of poverty rate at single digit in 2028. In 2025, the Philippines will be in "Upper Middle Income" category.
Thank you for sharing this very interesting thought. Thank you for appreciating our beautiful country Philippines. Watching you from Cairo, Egypt originally from Davao City the Philippines. Of course comparing to western countries it's cheap, affordable prices everywhere. The locals are friendly, helpful and treated the foreigners to feel like their country. Just choose where you feel comfortable to stay of course it depends upon ur pocket. If you stay in Makati City, Taguig, Eastwood city, the prices of the condo is different but if ur in the province is better than the BGC. Well there are many options and it doesn't costs much comparing to Europe. I was in California during covid months and moved to Ohio. Oh too expensive renting the apartment and comparing to Philippines.
I only visit the Philippines every couple of years and as Jordon mentioned, it is constantly changing and developing. My biggest complaints are the traffic and high urban density in Manila but the pollution and trash issues have actually gotten better over time. The major infrastructure improvements in Manila have also been a boon. I still prefer the province and smaller cities like Cebu but the potential for business development and ventures in the Philippines is high. It also helps that almost everyone can speak some English and all the business documents are written in English as well.
living in the Philippines, much better because you will have less cultural shock because of the westernized style of life in the Philippines n the emergence of many ultra modern n high end townships around Metro Manila like BGC, Makati, Rockwell, Eastwood, Filinvest city in Alabang, MOA area n Aseana City or Santa Rosa Cilty in Laguna where the modern Nuvali township is fast developing, its worth a visit
You're about Australian as the Queen. But I agree with your experiences.
Philippines is a happy pill and breathe of Air, , its a paradise to those who are suppocating, , ,not a perfect people and perfect place but little heaven
I coudn’t agree when it comes to the customer services. In the philippines, its top tier compare to the west. You dont just buy food but the experience of that food comes with it too. 👏🏻
Only if you look rich they will treat you with high respect.😂
Your words are genuine. Thank you for choosing my beloved country! 🇵🇭 Wish you success in your business!
100% agreed. The costs in Australia have gone out of control in the last 2 years and there is a lot of disenchantment with life in general there lately. While I have always loved Australia and thought I would retire there, I have changed my mind and am relocating to Philippines for the reasons you mentioned. Australia is not what it used to be lately.
Welcome to the Philippines Jordon! You’re 100% right on everything ❤. Philippines is a happy country😊 . People are contented of what they have. Enjoy
Hi Jordan, thank you for choosing Philippines to be your home . Have fun in the Philippines ❤
Brilliant assessment, sir.
Welcome to your new home! 🇵🇭
Kind words from a kind gentleman
I feel more comfortable living in the Philippines because it's not expensive to live.
❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you and Huge Respect to you Sir! ❤
The problem with me living in Southeast Asia, coming from Southeast Asia country is, I am.not comfortable with seeing the disparity between the haves and the have not. My heart is constantly aching seeing the extreme poverty and the injustice that some have to endure. So, I decided to live in Australia.
I understand that the problem is your self .and that is hard and not easy because that's not your comfort zone.. just stay were u r and be happy and contented..I'm 35yrs old farmer from Mindanao Philippines.. belongs and classified as poor..don't have much money and expensive things but rich of love and happiness by my family and neighbors🙏😇no complain at all cos I don't focus on negative..we Filipino always optimistic and believe to words "tomorrow is another day😂😂😂😂.. ✌️
@@dimplejhaneriparip8240 if you are a farmer, I definitely won't consider you as the have not. You live a good life that some would be envious of. My heart aches for people at the bottom of food chains in the big cities. Places where I would normally live. For people who are sick and cannot afford medication, people who are mistreated and unable to afford justice because they have no money nor status.
Yes Philippines is growing , in 10 yrs Philippines will be far from the old Philippines , , I love Philippines , esp the people are the best in the world
It's booming - heaps of construction right now
Very well thought Great video ! CONGRATULATIONS ! Don't let NEGATIVE comments " savory your taste " !!!
God bless you and may all your business grows abundantly 🙏 I was born in Cebu, Philippines, now living in Sydney Australia and I love both countries so much ❤🇦🇺🇵🇭
Great video. Wise words. Cheers from Cebu. This is my first time in The Philippines 🇵🇭
Enjoy. Make sure you try the Lechon in Cebu
@@iamjordonbarnett I skipped it
I bought a house there 40 years ago, have recently renovated it because we are planning to retire there , we are so looking forward to move and live our life.
We love your videos about the Philippines 🩵 so we love you too as a family 🩵
Welcome to the Philippines sir:) new subs here:)
Excellent points and well said!
He’s got the most British Australian accent ever
But do you love it or hate it
@@iamjordonbarnettluv it!!!!!
@@iamjordonbarnett Sound like an English backpacker that’s been in Oz 6-12 months that’s selling raffle tickets out the front of Woolies. 😉Lol Just funny hear pommy accent saying I’m from Oz.
But really how do you run a business in Philippines without being a resident or risking it all with a local partner?
@@neolion8150 My business is Australian inc and fully online
He left the UK for Australia and finally left Australia for Philippines. He’s not an Aussie😁
From Bunbury mate an your exactly right, never visited Phillipines but so many positive vibes from people about that country . One day I will go an maybe never go home lol
Bunbury WA. Been a couple of times. Def give Ph a go!
If you go into the wrong areas you wont be coming home that's for sure. You will end up like those dopes that went to Mexico.
YES, YES, YOU SAID IT RIGHT.
Im from Philippines life here in the Philippines is happy just contented what you have we live in the city of baguio.. Masaya ang buhay basta you eat more than 5 times a day unlimited barako coffee. Eating unlimited vegetables and fruits,, money not buying anything else important happy what you do every day..
People in the Philippines are lovable
Welcome to the Philippines ❤ stay happy here.
Much love from the Philippines 🇵🇭
Good on you, mate. The downside is it is expensive to get sick in ph. But I agree with what you said mostly.
Watching it from Queensland Australia and great video Jordan. Can you please do a step by step video for Australians how to get a business or long term visa in Philippines. Thanks mate
Great idea. I’ll see what I can do
Wow you couldn’t be more right. That’s why we moved from Perth to Thailand. We feel human again.
I have known this for years mate since 1997. I have been trying to get there for years, it's the visa that is the problem. I am going to live in Cambodia because the visa isn't as strict as Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. I was Just about to Go to Indonesia to start a business there, but the Plandemic hit hard just before I went and wiped me out. So now I am ready to go again to live in S.E.A Philippines is next door to Cambodia. I will drop in some time after I am settled in Cambodia. Always smiles in Asia, enjoy your life, all the best from Sandgroper Dave.
good looking dude! you take care now.
I totally agree with your decision from a business perspective. It's definitely less expensive in the Philippines, plus the positive culture. Anywhere in the world, there will always be crimes and neighborhoods that are not so good. So, in that aspect, Philippines is really no different from other countries. It's the people also that makes a whole lot of difference. Happy no matter how poor. Faith has a lot to do with it. 80% of Filipinos are Catholic. Welcome to the Philippines! Success to you, mate!
It's all relative. Sure the cost of living is less in the Philippines than it is in the west. The average monthly wage at USD$800 is also a lot less as well.
I agree with everything. Thank you for creating jobs and helping my fellow Filipinos. One day I will also come home and experience all the beautiful islands in the Philippines.
Now ure really encourage me to go back while im young. Been away since 2003 and seems like im missing a lot back home thank you for the insights
It’s close to the rest of ASEAN countries so there’s heaps of opportunity
@@iamjordonbarnett thats true very strategic
I’m filo but now live in Sydney for 7 years now. Thinking to go back to Philippines. I’m from Davao and we have big land I should use. I at my rent for one bed room here $580 per week plus utilities and internet. It cost a lot. You made a good decision mate! I’m your new subscriber 😊
Oh man tell me about it. A one bedroom apartment in the Gold Coast was costing me $560/week excluding bills!
We only pay $400 weekly for our 2 bedroom apartment in Cairns. That’s too much for a 1 bedroom lang.
U choose the right path...in Philippines, the value of dollar is triple in peso .. the cost of living are cheaper..and it's a free country!!!
We're so glad to have you here! Your contributions, from creating jobs to your daily spending, help boost our economy. ❤
Perfectly said ❤❤❤!
Amazing people, tropical paradise and great customer service ❤❤❤. God bless my fellow Filipinos ❤️🙏🙏
When people are desperate they would do anything for a buck, even suck my
love this video.. detailed
I was thinking of going to visit Australia too, but now I have second doubts. 😅 Your right here in the Philippines service is dirt cheap, I even have my own driver, back in yhe US only celebrities have drivers 😅. Also here my nanny is my maid, knock two birds with one stone kinda deal and save money. 😂
I have a driver in the States and I’m not a celebrity 😂 come on dude
Don't be put off by this bloke about visiting Australia. You'll love it.
Australia is great but yes it’s expensive in some area but not all over , come visit you will love it . West Australia is great where I live lots off beaches an plenty to do , so get your butt here an don’t be shy
Very well said sir:) thanks:) appreciated:)
philippines is improving soon Philippines will be a Great Country
your a wise young man
That's why 30yrs ago Chinese started to take control of Philippines now own most of it building condo s in squatter areas now building new port near airport
oh wow, thank you for being honest I sub coz I agree with you big welcome from our hospitable Philippines
You are right.
Well I am Filipino living in Melbourne, I totally agree with you.
Housing prices/rent in melbourne is 🤢
@@iamjordonbarnett well I live in a one bedroom apartment near CBD and it cost me 2604$ a month 😂
Lots of fun in the Philippines 🇵🇭
yes i agree that the cost of living in phillippines is way cheaper than australia but the basic wage in phillippinnes is very low and is that low that sometimes the cost of living is more than what the basic wage is
Well said mate! Perfect narrative. I’m a Filipino and live in Australia for more than thirty five years. I’m here because at the beginning we migrated here 36 years ago for the good future of my Children and now they grown up so it’s time for me to go back home to the country where I was born and rekindle my childhood memories. Although I’m Australian Citizens now and adopted some of the Australian Cultures and Norms, but the DNA that runs through inside me is undoubtedly a Filipino.
Unfortunately Australia now is falling apart, cost of living is out of control and mass immigration issues that are only going to get worse.
Cost of living is relatively cheap because the buying power of Aus dollar is higher than the Phi Peso. Healthcare is very expensive here. But Filipinos are generally warm and happy inspite of.
Well said Jordon. Really appreciate your true reasoning about living in the Philippines. You never know how much we appreciate your true feelings towards the country and the citizens itself. Thank you🙏
We migrated to Australia in 1984 in the middle of political instability. Filipinos were getting tired of martial law under Marcos. Benigno Aquino was assassinated at the airpiort tarmac. We landed in Sydney and now live in Perth. I just came back from 4 weeks in the Phil. I missed the food, the people, the beautiful nature, warm sea water, the smiles, the laughter. Traffic is bad in big cities but i expected this and the smog in metro Manila. I agree with everything you said about the 2 countries. I love Australia, the big spaces particularly in WA, the blue wide sky, the white sands, the blue ocean, the cleanliness and order. But service people only care for their pay. They dont know customer service, even expensive hotels and restaurants, malls, staff are doing just the bare minimum, most of the time not even that. Warm and friendly service is more the exception than the norm here. It's like they hate their jobs and cant wait to get out of there. However my street is like a village. My neighbours come from different countries and we get along. I find Aussies easier to talk to and get along with than Americans. Filipinos learned good customer service from Americans. They say Maam and Sir with a smile. In my opinion the students became better than the teachers. Tipping culture is American but in the Philippines it's much appreciated because of the low wages of service people. Good luck with your business plans in the Phil. There are crimes everywhere. It's being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Stay safe.
Only if you have a business and not thinking so much about money or salary to support your self it’s good to live here.
This guy looks really good. Pretty guy! 😍
Contact your mate Dwaine Woolley if you wanna know more about the Philippines 🇵🇭He’s an Australian blogger,businessman,part time actor and host.Who’s married to a Filipina and now lives in the Philippines.👍🏻
Happy to see people from orher countries enjoyed our home country but some of us go outside the country to find a better life. How I wish I can just stay in my home country and be with them, but need to work outside PH. To have better life for my family. ❤️
You could work online
Yes that is what I am thinking.
Thank you buddy! Enjoy the Philippines
Here in the Philippines, the urban(mainly Metro Manila) is filled with smog, filled with pollution, dirt, garbage and poor infrastructure. But leave Manila, and there is zero pollution, there's white sand beach everywhere in every island that is far from the urban areas. The ocean water is crystal clear blue, teaming with life. Forests everywhere. So the Philippines is only dirty in the urban locations. But the rural locations are teaming with life and pollution is non-existent.
its not all sunshine and rainbows but its sunnier in the philippines 🇵🇭...as i always say if it wasnt for the traffic and cleanliness it would be perfect. Hopefully they can get that settled soon!