September 18, 2026
Elliot Eastman was a 26-year-old American from Vermont who moved to the Philippines, married a Filipina, and began building a life in a community in
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Category: Philippines
September 9, 2026
The southern Philippines—particularly western and central Mindanao, the Sulu Archipelago and the southern Sulu Sea—poses elevated risks for Western visitors because of terrorism, kidnapping, piracy,
September 1, 2026
The Philippines has long attracted Western men looking for a serious relationship. English is widely spoken, family ties are often important in Filipino life, and
August 3, 2026
Known as the “City of Love,” Iloilo City sits in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It is rapidly becoming a top destination for
July 20, 2026
Dumaguete, the “City of Gentle People” on Negros Island, has become one of the Philippines’ most popular destinations for foreigners exploring relationships and retirement alike.
July 9, 2026
A major trap that newly arrived expats and travelers fall into when exploring Southeast Asia is “neighborhood bias.” It is easy to assume that because
July 7, 2026
Manila is a big, energetic city. Old-world charm meets modern city life here. If you’re a visitor or a local, expanding your social circle takes
July 5, 2026
The Philippines consistently ranks among the top retirement and relocation destinations for Americans and other Western expats, drawn by its low cost of living, English
June 30, 2026
Angeles City, in Pampanga province on the island of Luzon, is one of the most internationally known destinations in the Philippines for foreign visitors and
June 20, 2026
Cebu will humble you fast. A lot of guys land here with the same dusty script in their heads—tropical paradise, easy romance, everyone’s impressed by