Staying cool in the Philippines can be a bit of a challenge. First off, it’s the tropics, and unless you’ve actually experienced that level of
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It’s a Dog’s Life in the Philippines – the Philippine Askal
Askal – A conjunction of the Tagalog asong kalye – ‘street dog.’ These tough little mutts are ubiquitous across the Philippines. Somewhat feral, askals survive
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Wedding Plans, Clomid, Money Exchange and Computer Gaming in the Philippines
Life for a foreign expat in the Philippines is pretty good and most days it truly is “sunny skies and pretty Pinays.” Yes, there are
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The Slum – Aljazeera’s Documentary on the Philippine District of Tondo
As our “hunt for the perfect domicile” continues, I happened to come across The Slum. And I only mention the perfect house hunt as
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French Expatriate and Family Murdered in Palawan – Possible Environmental Activism Motive
Sometimes life in the Philippines isn’t all sandy beaches and ice-rimmed margaritas. Sometimes life in the Philippines is deadly. Following up on the death of
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My Life in the Philippines – Continuing House Hunt
My Life in the Philippines, February 9, 2016 So, it’s 7 PM here in the Philippines, and I am kicking back on the futon in
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E-Begging is Reprehensible / Announcing our GoPro Hero 4 Fundraiser!!
NOTE: Camera fundraiser is over! Thanks so much to everyone who threw in to upgrade our system. If you donated, please see the bottom of
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Our January 2016 Philippines Monthly Living Expenses – How Much Does it Cost to Live in the Philippines??
People are always asking how much it costs to live in the Philippines and we are always replying “Well, it depends…..” Depending on your personal
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Philippines (Mis)Adventure: Top Box Rack Kawasaki Rouser 200NS
Pretty but not Practical – Story of My Life…. I’ve had the Rouser 200NS for about three months now. To date, I am loving
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The Three Biggest Dangers to Foreigners in the Philippines
Living in a foreign land can be a wondrous and liberating experience. Traveling thousands of miles across the globe and tasting what
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