Is Manilla Really so Bad?
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Everyone I talk to from P.I. says their area is the best, lol.
I guess that's good.
More Questions:
- How large is the Metro Cebu area?
- Is there a beach right in Cebu City, or do you need to hop over to Mactan?
- Is there good broadband internet (landlines) in the Metro Cebu area?
Thanks for all the help and info everyone.
: )
I guess that's good.
More Questions:
- How large is the Metro Cebu area?
- Is there a beach right in Cebu City, or do you need to hop over to Mactan?
- Is there good broadband internet (landlines) in the Metro Cebu area?
Thanks for all the help and info everyone.
: )
Since Manila is the capital it is larger than cebu i guess..you can see in google map tells about the info of the country how large is it that would help u a lot..hehehe
- beaches you may go to Cavite, 3 hours aways from manila SUBIC or BATANGAS but 5 hours drive away from manila
- LANDLINE yes we have here PLDT, bayantel, eastern connection with broadband internet, smart, globe or sun broadband you can choose any of providers...
- beaches you may go to Cavite, 3 hours aways from manila SUBIC or BATANGAS but 5 hours drive away from manila
- LANDLINE yes we have here PLDT, bayantel, eastern connection with broadband internet, smart, globe or sun broadband you can choose any of providers...
Manila, Cebu and Davao are the main cities in the Philippines and they seem to be the hotspots for expats.
Manila is the busiest of these three cities but it is also the most accessible financial district like any other capital cities. About the cost of living, almost everything in Manila cost a little bit more than in Cebu or Davao. Note that it has nothing to do whether you are a foreigner or a local. Since earning money in Manila is quite difficult, people living in the city are more cautious and wise with their dealings.
Davao is the biggest city when we talk about the land area and the weather is not as warm as in Cebu or Manila. It is more like a countryside setting. The area is clean and crime rates have gone low since the mayor impose the laws a little bit tighter than in these other two cities. Though Davao is located in the southern part of the Philippines or made known as the hot spot for terrorism it is not bad as it showed by the media. Davao is known for a lot of fruit farm or one of the biggest food baskets in Mindanao. Most of the people here are naive and the least negatively western influenced comparing to Cebu and Manila.
Manila is the busiest of these three cities but it is also the most accessible financial district like any other capital cities. About the cost of living, almost everything in Manila cost a little bit more than in Cebu or Davao. Note that it has nothing to do whether you are a foreigner or a local. Since earning money in Manila is quite difficult, people living in the city are more cautious and wise with their dealings.
Davao is the biggest city when we talk about the land area and the weather is not as warm as in Cebu or Manila. It is more like a countryside setting. The area is clean and crime rates have gone low since the mayor impose the laws a little bit tighter than in these other two cities. Though Davao is located in the southern part of the Philippines or made known as the hot spot for terrorism it is not bad as it showed by the media. Davao is known for a lot of fruit farm or one of the biggest food baskets in Mindanao. Most of the people here are naive and the least negatively western influenced comparing to Cebu and Manila.
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1. 449.18 sq mi [according to wikipedia... 
]
2. if in metro cebu, yes there are but it's not really that good or ideal, but if you are a little adventurous go can
go down south of cebu or up north though it will take you 4-5 hours of travel but its worth it and i assure you
won't regret it...
north : malapascua island [Malapascua Island, Cebu, Philippines] ,
bantayan island
south: oslob [Oslob Whale Shark Watching | Cebu Whale Watching | OslobWhaleSharks.com]
there are also good beaches/resorts at mactan . . .
3. good broadband internet? there is and better go for smart (they have stable signal)
]2. if in metro cebu, yes there are but it's not really that good or ideal, but if you are a little adventurous go can
go down south of cebu or up north though it will take you 4-5 hours of travel but its worth it and i assure you
won't regret it...
north : malapascua island [Malapascua Island, Cebu, Philippines] ,
bantayan island
south: oslob [Oslob Whale Shark Watching | Cebu Whale Watching | OslobWhaleSharks.com]
there are also good beaches/resorts at mactan . . .
3. good broadband internet? there is and better go for smart (they have stable signal)
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I've read that people from different regions of the Philippines, or even individual islands, all have their own unique personality traits.
(Here in the U.S. we often joke about different states or cities behaving in different ways. It's a pretty common idea. We generally consider it something "real", but something we just accept... not something that separates us.)
I'd love to hear what you guys have to say about this.
I'm very curious about different "personalities" in different parts of the Philippines.
(Here in the U.S. we often joke about different states or cities behaving in different ways. It's a pretty common idea. We generally consider it something "real", but something we just accept... not something that separates us.)
I'd love to hear what you guys have to say about this.
I'm very curious about different "personalities" in different parts of the Philippines.
Ilonggo are the most affectionate group here, people in Western Visayas, mainly Iloilo and even if they are mad you wouldn't think they are because they are soft-spoken people.
Waray (eastern Visayas) almost all of them are Catholics and are very religious. They're called as brave warriors too and has that phrase "Waray never back down from a fight" they are fierce people when provoked.
I used to hear that Cebuano (people in Cebu) are fighters or known for their bravery, they are very nice but they are not scared to fight or even fist fight when somebody tramples them. (I don't know if Gideon would agree to that)
Ilocano (people in Northern Luzon) are the ones who are thrifty.
Bicolano (southeastern of Luzon) loves to eat spicy foods or loves foods that has coconut milk on it ,they are good cook and even men can cook well and they talk a lot also.
Kapampangan (central Luzon, mainly Pampanga) they said most are arrogant and noisy hehe I don't know if it's true but they value so much on families and the bond is unbreakable and always ready to help in times of need, and even if you're a very distant relative they will accept you wide open arms. They are good cooks too and their cuisine has gained a favorable reputation among others.
And of course a lot more since I think we have 100 ethnic and tribal groups here. Visayan and Tagalog are the ones dominating the country.
We may belong to different ethnic groups but in majority, Filipinos share the same traits of being cheerful despite of how poor the country we live in and respect to the elder ones. Also, one thing that never change, Filipinos has close family ties and preserves the good family relationship, and it's not surprising to see 2nd to 3rd generation still living in one roof or even other relatives stay with us in one roof. Often nowadays, even if families have their own houses but they live together with their relatives in one compound or village so they won't be isolated from their clan. One thing I do really admire too is how selfless most Filipinos are especially those people working abroad. If you ask them why they work hard, one common reason they would say is, they want their families in the Philippines to have a better life even if they sacrifice their own happiness, and I salute them for that.
But of course, we Filipinos are nothing special we also have negative traits, but it boils down to individuals personalities.
Waray (eastern Visayas) almost all of them are Catholics and are very religious. They're called as brave warriors too and has that phrase "Waray never back down from a fight" they are fierce people when provoked.
I used to hear that Cebuano (people in Cebu) are fighters or known for their bravery, they are very nice but they are not scared to fight or even fist fight when somebody tramples them. (I don't know if Gideon would agree to that
)Ilocano (people in Northern Luzon) are the ones who are thrifty.
Bicolano (southeastern of Luzon) loves to eat spicy foods or loves foods that has coconut milk on it ,they are good cook and even men can cook well and they talk a lot also.
Kapampangan (central Luzon, mainly Pampanga) they said most are arrogant and noisy hehe I don't know if it's true but they value so much on families and the bond is unbreakable and always ready to help in times of need, and even if you're a very distant relative they will accept you wide open arms. They are good cooks too and their cuisine has gained a favorable reputation among others.
And of course a lot more since I think we have 100 ethnic and tribal groups here. Visayan and Tagalog are the ones dominating the country.
We may belong to different ethnic groups but in majority, Filipinos share the same traits of being cheerful despite of how poor the country we live in and respect to the elder ones. Also, one thing that never change, Filipinos has close family ties and preserves the good family relationship, and it's not surprising to see 2nd to 3rd generation still living in one roof or even other relatives stay with us in one roof. Often nowadays, even if families have their own houses but they live together with their relatives in one compound or village so they won't be isolated from their clan. One thing I do really admire too is how selfless most Filipinos are especially those people working abroad. If you ask them why they work hard, one common reason they would say is, they want their families in the Philippines to have a better life even if they sacrifice their own happiness, and I salute them for that.
But of course, we Filipinos are nothing special we also have negative traits, but it boils down to individuals personalities.
1. 449.18 sq mi [according to wikipedia... ]
2. if in metro cebu, yes there are but it's not really that good or ideal, but if you are a little adventurous go can
go down south of cebu or up north though it will take you 4-5 hours of travel but its worth it and i assure you
won't regret it...
north : malapascua island [Malapascua Island, Cebu, Philippines] ,
bantayan island
south: oslob [Oslob Whale Shark Watching | Cebu Whale Watching | OslobWhaleSharks.com]
there are also good beaches/resorts at mactan . . .
3. good broadband internet? there is and better go for smart (they have stable signal)
]2. if in metro cebu, yes there are but it's not really that good or ideal, but if you are a little adventurous go can
go down south of cebu or up north though it will take you 4-5 hours of travel but its worth it and i assure you
won't regret it...
north : malapascua island [Malapascua Island, Cebu, Philippines] ,
bantayan island
south: oslob [Oslob Whale Shark Watching | Cebu Whale Watching | OslobWhaleSharks.com]
there are also good beaches/resorts at mactan . . .
3. good broadband internet? there is and better go for smart (they have stable signal)
Nakalimot ko sa mga butanding pagka nalang hehehe change plans ko moanha jud ko dira una, tas sa Sumilon Island, last na ang Bohol haha.
i agree with you ate jangel, i guess that's how we are Filipinos [not just cebuano] we fight even if we only have our fists.
ate jangel, wala pa ko ka-ara sa mga butanding pero ana akong mga kaila nindot jud kaau kuno, planning to go there if naay budget..heheheh
I used to hear that Cebuano (people in Cebu) are fighters or known for their bravery, they are very nice but they are not scared to fight or even fist fight when somebody tramples them. (I don't know if Gideon would agree to that )
)
ate jangel, wala pa ko ka-ara sa mga butanding pero ana akong mga kaila nindot jud kaau kuno, planning to go there if naay budget..heheheh
I don't think I will do the fist fight Gideon magkablack eye pa lang ko na unsaon na lang hihihi
Sa link na imo gisent the tour package is expensive, I saw a blog it's cheap if you will do it on your own it's just around 800 pesos, big difference kaayo. Nasa top list na nako ang butanding na bisitahon soooooonnn hehe.
magkablack eye pa lang ko na unsaon na lang hihihiSa link na imo gisent the tour package is expensive, I saw a blog it's cheap if you will do it on your own it's just around 800 pesos, big difference kaayo. Nasa top list na nako ang butanding na bisitahon soooooonnn hehe.
About Mindanao - I'm a resident of Cagayan de Oro City and I've travelled to some "areas" in Mindanao.
My advice is that there are areas here that Foreigners should not visit, especially now that the Elections is fast approaching.
Even with all the good intentions and proven background of whatever endeavor of good to humanity,
there are some things that takes time and Mindanao is evolving in its own pace.
We cannot guarantee your safety - so it is wise to listen to good counsel.
My advice is that there are areas here that Foreigners should not visit, especially now that the Elections is fast approaching.
Even with all the good intentions and proven background of whatever endeavor of good to humanity,
there are some things that takes time and Mindanao is evolving in its own pace.
We cannot guarantee your safety - so it is wise to listen to good counsel.
K
I'm originally from Mindanao... if you're scared of Manila, that's probably because it's a crowded area and the threats seem to be more concentrated...but actually threats are everywhere, anywhere in the world. Pray, Maxwell...and enjoy your time being here in the Philippines, wherever it is you choose to go
mao ni ang link more or less P1000 na budget ok na...
Whale Shark in Oslob Cebu Philippines : Travel Guide
Whale Shark in Oslob Cebu Philippines : Travel Guide
Ilonggo are the most affectionate group here, people in Western Visayas, mainly Iloilo and even if they are mad you wouldn't think they are because they are soft-spoken people.
Waray (eastern Visayas) almost all of them are Catholics and are very religious. They're called as brave warriors too and has that phrase "Waray never back down from a fight" they are fierce people when provoked.
I used to hear that Cebuano (people in Cebu) are fighters or known for their bravery, they are very nice but they are not scared to fight or even fist fight when somebody tramples them. (I don't know if Gideon would agree to that)
Ilocano (people in Northern Luzon) are the ones who are thrifty.
Bicolano (southeastern of Luzon) loves to eat spicy foods or loves foods that has coconut milk on it ,they are good cook and even men can cook well and they talk a lot also.
Kapampangan (central Luzon, mainly Pampanga) they said most are arrogant and noisy hehe I don't know if it's true but they value so much on families and the bond is unbreakable and always ready to help in times of need, and even if you're a very distant relative they will accept you wide open arms. They are good cooks too and their cuisine has gained a favorable reputation among others.
And of course a lot more since I think we have 100 ethnic and tribal groups here. Visayan and Tagalog are the ones dominating the country.
We may belong to different ethnic groups but in majority, Filipinos share the same traits of being cheerful despite of how poor the country we live in and respect to the elder ones. Also, one thing that never change, Filipinos has close family ties and preserves the good family relationship, and it's not surprising to see 2nd to 3rd generation still living in one roof or even other relatives stay with us in one roof. Often nowadays, even if families have their own houses but they live together with their relatives in one compound or village so they won't be isolated from their clan. One thing I do really admire too is how selfless most Filipinos are especially those people working abroad. If you ask them why they work hard, one common reason they would say is, they want their families in the Philippines to have a better life even if they sacrifice their own happiness, and I salute them for that.
But of course, we Filipinos are nothing special we also have negative traits, but it boils down to individuals personalities.
Waray (eastern Visayas) almost all of them are Catholics and are very religious. They're called as brave warriors too and has that phrase "Waray never back down from a fight" they are fierce people when provoked.
I used to hear that Cebuano (people in Cebu) are fighters or known for their bravery, they are very nice but they are not scared to fight or even fist fight when somebody tramples them. (I don't know if Gideon would agree to that
)Ilocano (people in Northern Luzon) are the ones who are thrifty.
Bicolano (southeastern of Luzon) loves to eat spicy foods or loves foods that has coconut milk on it ,they are good cook and even men can cook well and they talk a lot also.
Kapampangan (central Luzon, mainly Pampanga) they said most are arrogant and noisy hehe I don't know if it's true but they value so much on families and the bond is unbreakable and always ready to help in times of need, and even if you're a very distant relative they will accept you wide open arms. They are good cooks too and their cuisine has gained a favorable reputation among others.
And of course a lot more since I think we have 100 ethnic and tribal groups here. Visayan and Tagalog are the ones dominating the country.
We may belong to different ethnic groups but in majority, Filipinos share the same traits of being cheerful despite of how poor the country we live in and respect to the elder ones. Also, one thing that never change, Filipinos has close family ties and preserves the good family relationship, and it's not surprising to see 2nd to 3rd generation still living in one roof or even other relatives stay with us in one roof. Often nowadays, even if families have their own houses but they live together with their relatives in one compound or village so they won't be isolated from their clan. One thing I do really admire too is how selfless most Filipinos are especially those people working abroad. If you ask them why they work hard, one common reason they would say is, they want their families in the Philippines to have a better life even if they sacrifice their own happiness, and I salute them for that.
But of course, we Filipinos are nothing special we also have negative traits, but it boils down to individuals personalities.
Thank you. This was all very insightful.
The sociological aspects of any country or culture are always fascinating.
But if you're trying conduct business, or ministry,
with another country or culture,
then the importance of sociology moves from "fascinating" to "critical", lol.
If anyone wants to add more information about the "personality" of different
regions or islands, that would be great.
I'm originally from Mindanao... if you're scared of Manila, that's probably because it's a crowded area and the threats seem to be more concentrated...but actually threats are everywhere, anywhere in the world. Pray, Maxwell...and enjoy your time being here in the Philippines, wherever it is you choose to go
I wasn't so worried about safety in the Manilla area, just living conditions like pollution and traffic.
My safety concerns were mostly regarding Mindanao.
Thanks for the input.
: )
Framester,
Thanks for the advice. I've been wondering if all of Mindanao might be a problem for foreigners, or just the A.R.M.M.
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