🪖 Semper Fi, Verify: Outsmarting the Fixers Hunting Veterans in the Philippines
Veterans beware: Facebook “benefits help” scams are popping up. Here’s how to spot fakes and verify accreditation. Semper Fi — verify before you comply.
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Food Field Notes — Carinderia 101 (How to Eat Like a Local)
One of the best ways to understand the Philippines isn’t through restaurants or resorts—it’s by sitting down at a local carinderia and eating what everyone else is eating.
Scammers, Snatchers & Pickpockets
Retiring in the Philippines doesn’t mean living in fear—but it does mean using common sense. From online scams and pickpockets to snatch-and-grab theft and tourist traps, here’s what experienced expats learn about staying safe while enjoying life in the Philippines.
An American Expat’s Guide to Retiring in the Philippines
After years of living in the Philippines, I’ve learned that retiring overseas isn’t just about saving money—it’s about adapting to a different culture, different expectations, and a different way of living.