The definite expatriate guide to the good, the bad and the ugly of living in the Philippines. Deciding to live, work, study or retire to the Philippines requires more than just a plane ticket, passport and pulse – there’s a bunch of things that you need to prepare for if a long-term stay in our glorious island republic is going to work out for you. Covered in the book are tips on visas, health care, transportation, dangers and warnings, staying healthy and virtually anything having to do with expat life in the Philippines.