Oldbaz95
English expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 12 August 2016
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COVID-19 and expatriation in the Philippines by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts the Philippines, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Just one comment, folks. In order to count the number of infected persons, tests must be carried out. (no test - no infection). As of April 11, there had been 33,814 tests carried out in the Philippines (Population 105 million). Compare to Finland, ... Read More
Asia air travel. by Baracuda555
Looking for Information about baggage transfers to next flight at Shanghai airport .Flying from Canada to the Philippines.
Regarding my earlier post, I have no doubt that my faith in that technique may not stretch so far as China (Hong Kong excepted) ! Read More
Asia air travel. by Baracuda555
Looking for Information about baggage transfers to next flight at Shanghai airport .Flying from Canada to the Philippines.
As soon as the staff arrive at the boarding for your connecting flight, take your ticket with the baggage check/s on it and ask them to check if your bags have been transferred to the next flight. I nearly always do this and the staff have always ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in the Philippines? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications ...
Not surprised. There was a well known Australian Swimming Coach (one time Coach to a National European Team), who offered his services free to the local swimming club. He was turned down. A family member of mine was a member of the swimming club, ... Read More
How much would a daily maid cost by ABCDiamond
How much do people pay for a maid to come in one day a week, for a full days work? Is is much different between City and province ? Also the same question but for a live in maid, what would be the monthly rate ?
It's very easy, because there is a law. http://www.gov.ph/2013/01/18/republic-act-no-10361/ Read More
At 70, living in Arboleas in Almeria on our pensions. Possible? by PamSeventy
Hi everyone, New to the site . Just a few questions. Do you think my husband and me have missed the boat at 70 to move to Spain. We would like to move to Almeria to a place called Arboleas. We would be renting long term. We will be living ...
Further to jojokoko"s reply, I just wanted to add that we old (70+) people stayed over 2 months in Roquetas de Mar earlier this year and the buses were a great experience. Very cheap (RdM to Almeria Euro 1.95 each way), and regular. The buses ... Read More