For anybody traveling to the Philippines, depending on your Visa type, you might need an “ongoing ticket” upon arrival. Don’t understand what an “ongoing ticket” is, read here to get a full explanation! Check Visa types below and read the information, which will tell you if an ongoing ticket is required. Tourist Visa Waiver A […]
The Duterte Effect
There is a lot of talk in the Philippines about the “Duterte Effect”. What is the Duterte Effect? Well, what people mean when they utter that phrase is that because of our new President, and how tough he is perceived to be, people kind of “fall in line” without need to be arrested or whatever, […]
Heart Health Follow Up
Last week, I reported to you guys that I had suffered multiple heart attacks. Three heart attacks in less than a week. Today, I want to update you. There is good news… and there is also more good news! No real bad news that I can think of this week! I came home from the […]
My heart is broken
I wrote this article yesterday, Sunday morning, and intended to publish it on the Thursday. However because of some events that happened, I’m going to post this early. I know today is Paul’s day here on LiP, but I’m sure you’ll understand why I’m posting this I am laying in a hospital bed right now […]
Working with Philippine service providers
In the Philippines, the interaction between people is probably different than it is back at home, wherever you are from. In the Philippines specifically, and generally throughout Asia, it is important to treat people with respect. “Face” is an important concept in Asia, and you have to treat people in a way that they will […]
I’m not going to be an expat anymore
Yesterday, on Facebook, somebody made a comment and asked why I am an expat, and not an immigrant. I pointed him to this article, which I originally published in December 2010, so about 5 1/2 years ago. It is still very relevant today, and sums up the way I feel. So, I thought I’d re-share […]