Comments on: Visit the gorgeous Islands and Beaches of the Philippines http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/ Life is what you make it! Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:47:49 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 By: Chris http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-48333 Chris Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:28:21 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-48333 <strong>Jocelyn</strong>, the average salary in the Philippines is even much lower, in a department store, shopping mall or similar job you only earn around 100-200 Pesos a day. If you are more skilled, have an office job, work for a multi-national company or have something similar to a career (which is not the norm in the Philippines), the salary will be in the range you mentioned or even higher. But it all depends on your skillset and location of course, with Manila and Cebu having the highest salaries. Jocelyn, the average salary in the Philippines is even much lower, in a department store, shopping mall or similar job you only earn around 100-200 Pesos a day. If you are more skilled, have an office job, work for a multi-national company or have something similar to a career (which is not the norm in the Philippines), the salary will be in the range you mentioned or even higher. But it all depends on your skillset and location of course, with Manila and Cebu having the highest salaries.

]]> By: Jocelyn http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-48332 Jocelyn Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:00:44 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-48332 Hey Chris, I was wondering whether you could clairify something for me. My friend told me that the average salary for someone in the Philippines is as low as 5-10USD a day, is this outdated? Hey Chris, I was wondering whether you could clairify something for me. My friend told me that the average salary for someone in the Philippines is as low as 5-10USD a day, is this outdated?

]]> By: rom http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47661 rom Mon, 12 Apr 2010 03:35:26 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47661 Visit the islands off northeastern Iloilo-Sicogon, Pan de Azucar, Gigantes Is. If you fancy gray sand beaches, then head to southern Iloilo. For those who want to retire, I would like to introduce Iloilo City. Check Robert Hammerslag's website or Exploreiloilo.com. Iloilo has this historic Calle Real District, Spanish-era churches/convents/houses/bridges not only in the city but in the surrounding towns as well.The church in Miag-ao town is a UNESCO world heritage site. The one in San Joaquin is in the Philippine heritage site list. Guimbal, Dingle, Duenas, Tigbauan, Sta.Barbara, Cabatuan, etc. has beautiful Spanish-era churches. Iloilo has shopping malls, hotels, museums, markets, great cuisine, etc. It's very liveable. Its a 15 minute ride to gorgeous Guimaras Island-beaches, mango plantations, hiking/biking/seafoods etc. Also in Iloilo, visit the backcountry and see Mariit Conservation Park (Lambunao town) for endangered endemics such as Panay Cloudrunner, Visayan Tariktik Hornbill, etc plus a waterfall. In Dingle town, explore the caves and a national park close to Moroboro Dam. Leon has rice terraces. Have a picnic in Maasin's damsite. Plus see the ricefields and saltbeds and listen to Ilonggo folksongs! Nearby Antique, Capiz, Aklan and Negros Occidental have lots of interesting places to see. Visit the islands off northeastern Iloilo-Sicogon, Pan de Azucar, Gigantes Is.
If you fancy gray sand beaches, then head to southern Iloilo.
For those who want to retire, I would like to introduce Iloilo City. Check Robert Hammerslag’s website or Exploreiloilo.com. Iloilo has this historic Calle Real District, Spanish-era churches/convents/houses/bridges not only in the city but in the surrounding towns as well.The church in Miag-ao town is a UNESCO world heritage site. The one in San Joaquin is in the Philippine heritage site list. Guimbal, Dingle, Duenas, Tigbauan, Sta.Barbara, Cabatuan, etc. has beautiful Spanish-era churches. Iloilo has shopping malls, hotels, museums, markets, great cuisine, etc. It’s very liveable. Its a 15 minute ride to gorgeous Guimaras Island-beaches, mango plantations, hiking/biking/seafoods etc. Also in Iloilo, visit the backcountry and see Mariit Conservation Park (Lambunao town) for endangered endemics such as Panay Cloudrunner, Visayan Tariktik Hornbill, etc plus a waterfall. In Dingle town, explore the caves and a national park close to Moroboro Dam. Leon has rice terraces. Have a picnic in Maasin’s damsite. Plus see the ricefields and saltbeds and listen to Ilonggo folksongs! Nearby Antique, Capiz, Aklan and Negros Occidental have lots of interesting places to see.

]]> By: nimfa http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47562 nimfa Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:17:08 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47562 I agree that the Boracay's powdery white sand is better than Maldives' :) Maldives is a great place for people who just want to have a relaxing and romantic holiday on the beach, and yes it's expensive but it's worth it. Reading this article makes me want to go back to Boracay again :) I agree that the Boracay’s powdery white sand is better than Maldives’ Maldives is a great place for people who just want to have a relaxing and romantic holiday on the beach, and yes it’s expensive but it’s worth it. Reading this article makes me want to go back to Boracay again

]]> By: Ryan http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47346 Ryan Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:53:57 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47346 Hey Alex, you meant Makati/Tagaytay right? For retirement, I personally would vote for Bohol. There is a sizable expat community in Panglao Island. Great folks there. They've got a decent city there close by, and Cebu is pretty close which also serves as an international gateway. Hey Alex, you meant Makati/Tagaytay right? For retirement, I personally would vote for Bohol. There is a sizable expat community in Panglao Island. Great folks there. They’ve got a decent city there close by, and Cebu is pretty close which also serves as an international gateway.

]]> By: Alex http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47344 Alex Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:44:20 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47344 I spent a week in Macathi and Tagai Tai this January 2010 on my way to Australia found Philipine people are frendly and food there are great.I am Planing to visit again for more exploration of diffrent part of the country. Is any body can suggest me a best place for retirement and safe. I spent a week in Macathi and Tagai Tai this January 2010 on my way to Australia found Philipine people are frendly and food there are great.I am
Planing to visit again for more exploration of diffrent part of the country. Is any body can suggest me a best place for retirement and safe.

]]> By: Ryan http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47202 Ryan Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:28:42 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47202 @brian -check the free travel guides on the Philippines- http://tourism-philippines.com Try including Batanes next time... super beautiful place. @brian -check the free travel guides on the Philippines- http://tourism-philippines.com

Try including Batanes next time… super beautiful place.

]]> By: Brian http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47199 Brian Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:44:02 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-47199 I will fly to the Philippines on 23rd Jan. 2010. Can't decide where to go this time. Bohol, Camiguin, Tinago Falls and Siargao are on my list. Or should I also visit rumbling Mayon volcano too? :-) I will definetely visit Samar and Manila because of family. Last year I was on Palawan (El Nido and Coron). Absolutely amazing! I've uploaded some pictures on my webpage: <a href="http://www.philippines-thailand.com"></a> I will fly to the Philippines on 23rd Jan. 2010.

Can’t decide where to go this time.

Bohol, Camiguin, Tinago Falls and Siargao are on my list.
Or should I also visit rumbling Mayon volcano too? :-)

I will definetely visit Samar and Manila because of family.

Last year I was on Palawan (El Nido and Coron). Absolutely amazing!
I’ve uploaded some pictures on my webpage:

]]> By: ronan http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-46430 ronan Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:59:45 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-46430 nice site,hey chris thanks for your great reviews,your'e definitely right!we have more to offer other than boracay,you can check,calaguas in camarines,mati in davao,and gumasa in gen san,for surfing lanuza is catching up guys,ey guys agas agas bridge opened recently,if extreme sports is your thing,bunjee jump and down hill long boarding this is the next big thing in southern leyte youve heard it,lets rock and roll,this is the highest bridge in the country,wohooooo nice site,hey chris thanks for your great reviews,your’e definitely right!we have more to offer other than boracay,you can check,calaguas in camarines,mati in davao,and gumasa in gen san,for surfing lanuza is catching up guys,ey guys agas agas bridge opened recently,if extreme sports is your thing,bunjee jump and down hill long boarding this is the next big thing in southern leyte youve heard it,lets rock and roll,this is the highest bridge in the country,wohooooo

]]> By: Ryan http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-45922 Ryan Sat, 15 Aug 2009 04:06:17 +0000 http://www.nomad4ever.com/2007/01/18/visit-the-gorgeous-islands-and-beaches-of-the-philippines/#comment-45922 Hi Kate, Great update on Palawan - will be heading out to Puerto Princesa, Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido for Christmas and New Year this year. Cant believe they are building a Hilton in Sabang now. Anyway, re: kiteboarding - yes, Boracay comes to mind but I also heard there is kiteboarding in Bagasbas, Camarines Norte. Not a heap of tourists and perfect jump off point to explore the stunning beaches of Calaguas Islands (they got supernice white sand beaches I heard and not much tourists. Cant wait to head out to Hundred Islands + Bolinao next week and then Caramoan the following weekend. Cheers! Ryan Hi Kate,

Great update on Palawan – will be heading out to Puerto Princesa, Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido for Christmas and New Year this year. Cant believe they are building a Hilton in Sabang now. Anyway, re: kiteboarding – yes, Boracay comes to mind but I also heard there is kiteboarding in Bagasbas, Camarines Norte. Not a heap of tourists and perfect jump off point to explore the stunning beaches of Calaguas Islands (they got supernice white sand beaches I heard and not much tourists.

Cant wait to head out to Hundred Islands + Bolinao next week and then Caramoan the following weekend.

Cheers!

Ryan

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