Welcome to my humble travel pages, where I share my musings on travel, including my experiences in the Philippines and international dating. While I offer my opinions, they are not meant to be taken too seriously. Instead, my aim is to entertain and offer a fresh perspective. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
General Travel Information
Philippines Travel
- Tourist Visas in the Philippines: Everything You Need to Know to Maximize Your Stay
- Top Ten Travel Tips for a Memorable Philippines Adventure
- Choosing the Best International Airport in the Philippines
- Why do Expat “Experts” disagree on Budgets in the Philippines?
- Affordable Couples Getaways in the Philippines
- The Top 3 Ride-Hailing Apps in the Philippines
Philippine People, Culture, and Daily Life
- Tampo: The Filipina Way of Expressing Emotions
- Tabo: The Filipino Shower Secret
- Savoring the Flavors of the Philippines: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Filipino Cuisine
- Saving Face and Saving Money: Navigating Filipino Culture
- No Toilet Paper In the Philippines? Meet the Tabo
- Philippines Culture: Understanding Utang Na Loob
- Expat Healthcare in the Philippines
- Using Jeepneys as a Mode of Transportation for Expats
- Using Tricycles as a Mode of Transportation for Expats
International Dating
- Online Romance Scams
- Uncovering the Dark Side of Filipina Dating: How to Stay Safe from Scammers
- The Ins and Outs of Dating in the Philippines: A Beginner’s Guide
- The Challenges and Rewards of Long-Distance Love with Filipinas
- The Instant Wife Phenomenon in the Philippines
- Bringing Your Filipina Spouse to the U.S.
The Western Side of Things
- Passport Bros: Embracing a Lifestyle
- Passport Bros: Love, Travel, and International Dating
- Love Beyond Borders: Westerners’ Reasons for Dating Filipinas
- Renting Housing in the Philippines as an Expat (2023)
- Living Like a Local: Save Money as an Expat in the Philippines
- Dollar vs Peso: Why You’re Rich in the Philippines
Doc’s Passport Scores
Traditional expats and modern passport bros alike are keen to know which countries and cities are best for living the good life. I’ve created a system to “grade” cities and countries objectively so you can identify a short list of places to research.
My Methods
I’ll include some articles about where my information comes from if someone asks (comment below), or when I feel like it.
Doc’s Passport Scores for Expats
Traditional expats are typically older and more settled. They may be married with children, and they are often motivated by the desire to retire to a more affordable or desirable location. Traditional expats are more likely to be interested in integrating into the local culture, and they may stay in one country for many years or even decades.
- Doc’s Passport Scores: Ranking the Best Expat Cities
- Cebu City: The Queen City of the South (Doc’s Passport Score: 83)
- Manila: The Pearl of the Orient (Doc’s Passport Score: 80)
- Tacloban: The Unpolished Gem (Doc’s Passport Score: 81)
- Sagada: A Mountainous Utopia Unveiled (Doc’s Passport Score: 73)
- Dumaguete: The Budget Expat’s Haven (Doc’s Passport Score: 84)
- Davao: The Jewel of Mindanao (Doc’s Passport Score: 83)
- Iloilo: Heart of the Philippines (Doc’s Passport Score: 77)
- La Union: A Hidden Gem (Doc’s Passport Score: 82)
- El Nido: Paradise on a Budget (Doc’s Passport Score: 80)
- Tagaytay: A Haven for Expats (Doc’s Passport Score: 86)
- Bohol Unveiled (Doc’s Passport Score: 80)
- Cagayan de Oro: A Good Choice for Expats? (Doc’s Passport Score: 78)
- Rustic Charm Meets Modern Conveniences: San Carlos (Doc’s Passport Score: 78)
- Valencia: A Thriving Expat Haven (Doc’s Passport Score: 83)
Doc’s Passport Bro Scores
- The Passport Bro Score: A City Guide for Young Expats
- Cebu: A Passport Bro’s Paradise (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 92)
- Dumaguete: The Perfect Place to Live the Passport Bro Life (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 90)
- Manila: The City of Dreams (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 87)
- Puerto Princesa: A Tropical Paradise (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 81)
- Tacloban City: A Budget-Friendly Destination for Passport Bros (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 78)
- Sagada: A Hidden Paradise? (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 64)
- Living It Up in Davao (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 81)
- Iloilo for Passport Bros (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 86)
- La Union and its Allure for Passport Bros (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 64)
- Passport Bro Paradise: El Nido Uncovered (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 77)
- Tagaytay – Hidden Gem for Passport Bros? (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 74)
- Boracay (Doc’s Passport Bro Score: 86)
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