I never thought this would happen to me in the Philippines (life changed forever)

[@ChadFosterExplores]

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[@puckster61554]

My 1st trip to the Philippines was Sept 2001 to meet my soon to be wife. We were chatmates about 6 months prior. A short time in the Philippines and I too yes decided if and when I retire I will retire to the Philippines. I was here 3 times three wks each time in a span of 9 months. Yes I loved it in the Philippines. My wife came to the US 2002 and we had a daughter Sept 12 , 2002. 8 years later I found myself laid off from a 26 1/2 yr job at 57 years old. I found a part time job and that got me my full 99 weeks of unemployment. As my unemployment was about to run out I told my wife I think we need to move to the Philippines. She seemed to been happy to hear that. There we were moving to the Philippines on the 9th anniversary of my 1st trip. Our daughter is 3rd yr college at UPLB and been President's List of Scholars all semesters. Life is good. We were spending on food one week in the US what we spent for a month in the Philippines. Great video Chad thank you for posting.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Great story thanks for sharing, indeed life is good!

[@macwil2359]

I’m 53 and have an Army retirement and a 9-5 job. I just work, workout, go home repeat. I have tried dating, but I have not been successful at all. I think I should just give all my possessions away and sell my house and go live in the Philippines. Even if I don’t meet someone in the Philippines, at least I would be in a tropical place with beaches and different cultures to experience. I mean hell if I’m gonna be alone, I might as well be alone in Paradise!

[@youngandfree93]

Why aren't you successful though? I'd try and figure out that reason first. Just moving to a new country doesn't necessarily fix it

[@garyl8175]

right on bro"... go for it and enjoy!

[@giancarlozavattinart9898]

100% you can find easily partner in the Philippines . Is the last of the problems. The main problem is too hot weather 😅😅😅

[@markdavis6835]

I'm a Navy guy and have done that. I'm in Vegas currently, but going back to CDO (Mindanao) Feb. 1 and not coming back this time. You just gotta do it, but be careful who you trust because foreigners can get taken advantage of.

[@sherylcastro5688]

Ya man, live the rest of your life the BEST yrs ever!!!!!!!!! Do it afraid!!!!! as long as u got monthlies coming in….Go, go, go!!!!

[@oceanearth2243]

The Philippines is rough around the edges but I made the move in 2014. Fell in love with the vibe. Life is colorful and epic, can’t recommend it enough

[@DestinationJapan95]

You mean rough in every aspect and area of life. Can’t get shit or anything simple with an uneducated and tambay populace

[@MediaHappeningNow]

That's awesome 😎👍

[@budolbes1317]

Aptly described!👍 Fil-Am here. Thank you.

[@frankcentofanti9317]

you forgot the horrible food

[@johncalder-gx4bf]

I have been married for 18 years, have a 17 year old daughter and have lived in Tolosa, Leyte for 15 years--Typhoon Yolanda survivor--HORRIBLE. At 70 years old my life could not be better any where else in the world.

[@jsully4064]

Half of my wifes family is from Tigbawan Leyte, and Leyte is always getting hit with typhoons. Can't even ship balikbayan boxes there afterwards to her family. No work for them during the recovery, and all they want is rice!

[@Amen.22]

I’m planning to move there soon. The things I don’t know about is how hard is it to get a visa. What kind of visa, will I have to leave the Philippines every few months? Can I keep my U.S. bank and credit card accounts? Will I be locked out of my accounts after 6 months? Will I have to get a Philippine bank account? All of these videos show the usual things, like how great it is, beautiful women, cost of living. But no one gets much info the details when you’re getting started.

[@MsVroege]

@@Amen.22 You don't need a visa to enter the Philippines if you're American, Europian, Aussie and other countries that do not required visa..Before you go talk to your bank that you will go to the PH. I think you need to clear your credit card you can't use it there I think... You can keep extend your visa for first month then for 3 months and so on until 3 years before you go out from the PH and return back you do the same until you can apply for permanent resident visa....Just keep researching for the details...

[@nevergiveup-db6fp]

I flew here a few months after Yolanda man all the leaves on the coconut trees were blown into One Direction roofs were gone. I even saw concrete walls knocked over. I helped replace a couple of houses

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing

[@donwutzlakesideadventures]

Thanks, Chad. I retired on my 55th birthday and went to the Philippines for a month. February, got out of the Buffalo NY cold. It was a life changing experience. I'm thinking of options to spend more time there and exploring other places also. Love your videos!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Ahh buffalo winters are brutal! I grew up in Toronto. Good plan!

[@jaymic1]

There is NO RESPECT for elders in the west.

[@davidhancock91]

I’m married to a beautiful Philippina who is 35 years my junior. We live in Australia because her job opportunities are much better in Australia. I haven’t ruled out living in Leyte or Cebu. Long term health care is my main concern, but could always come home if there were a health emergency. Also we want her daughter educated in Australia for better employment opportunities as well. Will wait and see.

[@VENEMPASTOR]

The new American dream is to get the hell out but with the money bag.

[@Not_A_Tourist]

Bah, leave the bag behind, she's not worth it.

[@regnorse]

sounds like a good movie plot

[@VENEMPASTOR]

@@Not_A_Tourist You can't move abroad broke. You need the money bag. Otherwise you'll be begging other foreigners and possibly become homeless wherever you are! That's a NO NO!

[@NoMortgageNomad]

So true!!

[@MediaHappeningNow]

YES

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Hi Chad. David here in southern Shikoku Japan. How’s it going? On the topic of this video, I had planned on returning to Canada 🇨🇦. I started working on my plan 2 years ago. I left Vancouver in 2011 for Japan. I’ve never returned. I sure could never afford to return and live in Vancouver now. The only place I could comfortably afford is in the subarctic 12 hours north of Vancouver with 6 months of winter. I finally decided forget it. Now my future plan is to relocate to the Philippines.

[@lzu2860]

Hi, Chad, you’re motivating me to make it happen. 51 yrs on the grind, still working full time in healthcare. It’s a long overdue retirement for me. This old, tired Pinay in NY badly needs a cool sea breeze and a hammock under a coconut tree…. Enjoy the Philippines!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Ahhh can't beat that! Loving the Philippines indeed 😎

[@davemarshall9925]

thank you for your content - you give others hope to try new things- nice work - good luck building your business

[@chaddavis6230]

I'm with ya! I spent time there when I was in the Marines. My wife is a Filipina and we are planning on moving back to the Philippines. I have a good salary working in software development so it is still a little ways off. But, we are definitely leaving the US and moving back when retirement comes.

[@Abelius]

I'm 49, in good shape, and twenty-somethings call me 'boomer' to "win" Internet arguments. I'm not waiting anymore. I'm taking the family with me next year and live there.

[@nedimyra]

Same here. This was the last winter in the north..

[@ST-TV]

Most likely your moraly reflects that of a boomer, so they are not wrong.

[@DestinationJapan95]

The fact you tell random internet dwellers about yourself makes it obvious you’re a boomer. Leave the US, Philippines is garbage though. Best to be in Latin America somewhere

[@nedimyra]

@@DestinationJapan95 Nice try.. Zoomer I presume?

[@DestinationJapan95]

@@nedimyra nice try on what? What I stated are facts. PH is garbage and has no hope since the population is young yet uneducated and addicted to social media, even worse than the US Just take advantage of the real estate opportunities in PH and move the profits into Japan, Eastern Europe, Latin America. Or reinvest some back into another PH project. But living in PH is a complete waste of time when you can afford a higher quality lifestyle in places like Japan or Turkey. PH is surprisingly expensive even though everything is low quality, slow, terrible customer service, and fake/processed food everywhere

[@P-TownReport]

🤙 Cad you speak the truth. I never considered I would have to move offshore to retire. It is the truth unless I want to work till I'm 70. Even then the cost of living will have gone up and I'll still be unable to maintain the same lifestyle I could have in the Philippines at the age of 60. I am living and learning through you and folks like you. I am making a plan. Philippines is in my future.

[@Mo_Sofi]

Hey Chad, I hope your online business will work out, I had to fly back home to the West, unfortunately, after living in the Philippines for 6 months last year. It's really tough and there is really no going back after experiencing the Philippines. The dating crisis and male loneliness is a real thing in the West and politically everything is going down hell. I am working my as* off to build a successful online business and i found my experiences in the Philippines as the biggest motivation i have ever had in life.

[@DestinationJapan95]

😂 I’d rather be in the US than Philippines. But america is garbage and falling apart, so the best places to be are the southern cone of LatAm or Japan or South Korea

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Yes exactly. That's great man good luck at getting that going hopefully before too long you will be living it up out here!

[@glennhartwick7528]

56 yr old American Army Retired Vet living with my 31 yr old Filipina Wife here in Naval, Billiran over 1 year 1 month now and it's awesome!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

That's awesome! Biliran is so great, amping!

[@puppyupper4565]

Thanks for the video quality. Really enjoyed the video.

[@ripley7t429]

The government in the US has made it imporssible for the middle class now to get ahead. Depending on where you live, cost of living is astronomical, I am retiring March 25, and then moving to CDO City. House is going up soon, sold and gave away pretty much all my garbage. I am ready.

[@jetd9716]

Congrats. I made my move 2 yrs ago and loving it here. Love that beach life. ⛱️ 😂

[@bobbyball1057]

Same in the UK. It’s all a big joke!

[@DestinationJapan95]

Picking the Philippines over something in Latin America or developed Asia is a mistake

[@BobConserv59]

Our goal is jan 2025, waiting on wife and daughter to get citizenship and dual. Citizenship interview is May, we will be close to you in Bukidnon, I can't wait.

[@PetiteRosie666]

@@DestinationJapan95 Yay! Philippines is the best place for retirement😁🥂🍾

[@boatswainsm8]

I'm looking to start my visa process for the Phillipines at the end of the year. I'm retired Navy and will retire from the Post Office in less than 2yrs and am truly excited to start my new life

[@gileneusz]

I'm from Europe and I have been several times in Korea, and from the point of view how Korean girls look at life (materialism, competition, beauty, money, social position) Philippines looks like a heaven of opportunities, but I think that it comes with price of poor development and poverty, not great healthcare and international safety. There are no perfect places, but for middle aged man, hard to find a better spot to start a family (but is it possible?)

[@BillStaats]

My life I have lived in Thailand and Vietnam has been superior to my life in the United States. I have a Masters Degree and I am fortunate I have been able to teach. Now I will travel to the Philippines for a new adventure!

[@ronnelacido1711]

That view of the sea with the islands in the background looks so serene. I could stay there all day just looking out to the sea. The Samar/Leyte area has one of the lowest cost of living in the Philippines as it's not touristy.

[@Crey-yk5yy]

The system has changed drastically in the US, UK, Canada, Australia etc the last 2 decades. Neighbours, co-workers, drivers, walmart, dentists, docs etc - it just feels different. Corporate greed.

[@WendellofIloilo]

In the US, we call it (corporate and political greed) the Swamp.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

So true

[@youngandfree93]

And Philippines is an actually upgrade? Many people make peanuts here. Stay humble and be greatful. All you old western people do is complain here. Many of us weren't as lucky.

[@ripwff7502]

@@ChadFosterExplores Tell your brother things in the west will START to change drastically for the good starting 1/20/25. No joke. I'm not allowed to speak openly here. 1st Amendment?

[@Crey-yk5yy]

@@youngandfree93 , Not an upgrade but just a recomendation to live in other countries for a few months to gain other perspectives. Don't move for good right away. Nobody knows your expiry date - leave a big chunk for somebody to enjoy? 3rd world tropical islands = everything is slow inc english, infrastructures, bad public toilets & expensive hospital bills - do some campings in the west 1st. West : next gen in trouble - unaffordable houses, rent barely, can't attend uni or colleges. In Canada, a lot of gr 12 honour students (kids of long time tax payers) with 90% average, even valedictorians (go ask those students) couldn't get a seat in uni as they went to foreign students who paid more tuition (a lot are degree holders in their 30s & 40s with kids - imigration scam/shortcut). In Canada, to pursue nurse & doc in uni, a gr 12 average of 90% & 95% is required respectively. In other countries, they're good to go if they pass gr 12 or gr 12 with gr 11 standard due to shaming culture, then get their uni diploma then becomes a foreign student or challenges a multiple choice bio-based subject that gets passed around, doesn't change for years only re-numbered due to luck of funding, allowed upto 3 takes then voila then some will move to USA. Too many licenced drivers with learners level. Foreign newly-grad professional co-workers that you have to spoon feed everything - do that to a gr 10 student & he'd be able to do the job. The inefficiency at McD, banks, bad newly-built roads etc.

[@ignaciobalais5394]

Wow what a view of the blue skies & palm trees

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Simply amazing indeed

[@MichaelBorland-i1w]

I can afford retirement in the USA, retired last June at 62. I have made 2 month long trips to the Philippines since last fall to spend time with my Filipina, and loved it. Eventually I may end up splitting time between here and there - Summers in the US and Winter in the PI. I have spent time on 9 islands between the two visits. Keep up the good work, I enjoy your channel, Chad!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks 🙏

[@SurvivalSimplicity]

thank you for visiting my birthplace, live life to the fullest Chad.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks 🙏 love it here

[@Matthew-gz4oh]

This fire in the west may have started in the USA as far as men being disenchanted and wanting a change, but living here 4 months I am meeting men from all over the west with same issues. That includes Asian guys too! When I say west, I am including Japan, Korea, NZ and Australia as well

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Europe as well.

[@regnorse]

true cant believe whats happened in OZ the last 2 years(((

[@tedjohnson4451]

Retiring the end of August, 2024. I'll be in Cebu City [IT Park] by Mid-October for at least Six Months. With my 72% State Pension, I can afford to live well in the Philippines & let my Coordinated Social Security grow. Plan B: Take a part time Online Job. Plan C: Return to the US for a benefited Federal Job. Plan D: File for Social Security before Medicare age.

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

That's the way to do it. Plan A, B, C, D. You will make it my friend!

[@americansfirst9679]

Yes because the girls know he has money and they can have a better life. Woman back home are more independent and they do not need to depend on guys. So you should know no money no honey in the Philippines.

[@MB-iw6gu]

Like everywhere in general.

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

Don't kick yourself in the balls, guys. A typical western grannie will tell you straight to your face, "Do I want a man? Yea. Do I need a man? No." And that there is the recipe for disaster. A household of two masculine energies cannot stand. Don't be afraid of a woman needing you. Seeing you as a hero to respect. It can be no other way and the west is just a big feminist psyop. The "no money, no honey" phrase is feminism. Embrace your provider and mentor masculinity. Give to a receptive woman and enjoy the fluid that flows from her.

[@charlesc.6767]

Hi Chad a tip for your subs ,Ive been there done all that, Its not the fix all for most , Some things will also wear on you very hard there and after awhile you have to do something about it. I have a home there and a home here in calif. My wife and i both choose to live in ca. and only vacation there. Reason #1 our kids, they have almost 0 oportunity to start a career and make money there. #2 Same for my wife im retired but she works here in a hospital and would make pennys there. My #1 personal issue with pi is NOISE, Noisy People, dogs, roosters, motorcycles make noise all day all night! Here in ca. its very quiet. #2 all my medical care is in ca. So plan well you might want to come back.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Great thoughts I appreciate it!

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

That place is spectacular. I’ll be retiring to the Philippines in Jan 24 so see ya soon!

[@curtisake7431]

Chad, I always enjoy your videos my man. When I am not here in San Antonio, Texas. My family and I live in Biliran. Our house and my wife's family live up in the mountains in Cabucgayan. If you haven't yet, make sure you visit a place called Cogan's Beach. It is in the northern part of Biliran. The ride on a motorbike from the main road is around 12-15 mins. Very nice ride. Cogan Beach is situated in a cove facing north. You will truly enjoy it. I highly recommend you do a video of it. As you full well know. The culture there is quite different from the West. I was stationed at the former U.S. Navy base in Subic Bay with the U.S. Marine Corps during the 1980s (84-89). And when I returned in 2012 to live there for a few years, it was kinda difficult to deal with the culture there. As always, enjoy, be safe and Cheers!!!!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

I think biliran is my favorite province, I haven't been to the beach though so I'll definitely check it out and will be making more videos up there. Thank you!

[@DaveDee-mu6vv]

Thanks brother, your efforts are appreciated. By the way, awesome video quality 👍

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks 🙏 and you're welcome

[@dr.richmann4477]

Dating in the California sucks big time. I'm 68 and can't get a date, unless I want to date a a fat 400 pound lump of lard. But in the Philippines I can have an interesting 20 year old girlfriend.

[@alals6794]

haha.... That's great man.

[@joesixpack5691]

You can buy a hot young wife in Cali...it's just cheaper in the Philippines.

[@charliesult4171]

@@joesixpack5691 those are rentals lol

[@ba8898]

@@joesixpack5691 nice reality check

[@blockaderunner]

I'm a doppelganger of Christian Bale, pretty much all my adulthood and I didn't even Realize that until my early 30s when I started being called Batman, a movie I'd never seen. I'd never seen any of his movies except Terminator Salvation and I was watching that because I used to Go to movies back then and the Terminator series was one I wouldn't miss. Well, even I...had great difficult dealin with women all through my 20s, 30s, 40s. I'd witnessed my older brother and my father on their 3rd wives so of course I was Way less blue-pilled (than they were - I mean, in addition, they believe we landed on the moon! can't convince someone they've been fooled so you give up). My teens were GREAT as far as girls Pursuing ME because when you're young you're not jaded, the love is more pure, so That is what I found to be the factor of the Philippines - they're Young (not just technically but spiritually/emotionally/mentally), so your Relationship is much Simpler. You know they say, "The Devil Loves Complexity." THAT is what's wrong with the West - the Devil has PURE control and has had it since at least 1965 (if any of you know what that year signifies).

[@landonic81]

Yeahhhh!!!!!! Let's get this guy to 1,000,000 subscribers! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Haha yessss high five brotha ✋

[@actionator]

Glad I recently found your channel, as Sambawan Island & the resort on Maripipi are now on my bucket list…thank you! 🍻

[@BudSessions]

50 and homeless on disability, definitely getting ready 2 move there. Don't drink or smoke, not interested in dating either.

[@mxlarge6915]

That looks like King Kong Island. Very beautiful. I need to get to that place. I always travel to Indonesia, Thailand or Vietnam, but the Philippines looks great.

[@jsully4064]

You are definitely living the good life. It is hard to save money here in the US. Thanks for the video from Sambawan Island. Very beautiful there. Glad you are enjoying yourself, Chad...Jim

[@ChadFosterExplores]

You're welcome and thank you for watching Jim

[@robertcreger4919]

I met my Filipina, who is now my fiance, 2 and 1/2 years ago. After visiting the Philippines, it was the hardest thing to come back to the states. We are now making plans for her to come here in the US, filed a k1 Visa, and we will be together until I retire in 4 years. We will move back to the Philippines together. It is such a wonderful feeling being there, So much less stress. Friendly people, beautiful areas to see. Yes there is negatives just like everywhere, but being able to retire in the US is something I really won't be able to do. I'm working my butt off now to save money for the retirement and to make a better life for my Filipina. I really enjoy watching all of your videos Chad. They are very informative and definitely give me even more motivation to make this work. Take care and enjoy!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

You are welcome and thank you for sharing your story, won't be long and you will be back here enjoying retirement

[@ItsReallyMe.]

long time watcher. maybe one of your most powerful summaries of the challenges we/I face as a western guy in the 40's

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks man I really appreciate hearing that thank you for being a long time watcher 🙏

[@youngandfree93]

If you're a tall good looking guy, carry yourself well, in good shape you won't have any issue in your 40s.

[@ignaciobalais5394]

Hi Chad i just retired here in NyC & can’t wait to be there. Food expenses here are so high doubled since before pandemic

[@ChadFosterExplores]

It's crazy the increase, enjoy your Phillpines retirement!

[@shawngantnier4588]

I hope this finds you Chad. You need to make a Playlist. I'm listening to you at work but because I can't stop every 10 minutes to find another video of yours it plays reruns of pea or paul

[@rlh125]

Have you ever come across an expat who brought a pet with them? That's the only thing really holding me back. A couple of years ago I rescued a stray cat that was living in my back yard. I was always a dog guy, but this cat charmed her way in. Now she is crazy about me and practically lives in my lap. I don't think I could bring myself to give her away, so I need to bring her with me or just stay here.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Yes I believe you can you just have to follow the import regulations if you do a Google search there's a bunch of information on it. Basically just need a certificate of health, all the vaccinations, you have to apply for a permit I think you even have to microchip your pet but you can get all that info

[@pawfecttails22]

Thanks for taking her, giving her home and family.. You have a heart of gold indeed. I wish you and your beloved baby will make it here together!

[@frankcentofanti9317]

im a dog and animal lover and how dogs are treated in the philippines is upsetting

[@keithjetski3060]

You have arrived at the same conclusion as I did on my first trip in 2005. I was 39 and invisible in USA. Retirement was only for rich people, etc. I'm now 59 and still using it as motivation to get there.

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

well Chad, you cracked the code. All the good work you did for the old folks the Universe is smiling down on you now. the right place, making money online with youtube, and consults. Happy for you brother. You deserve it.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thank you 🙏 I have to pinch myself sometimes, living the dream

[@paella2012]

38 years ago I came to The Philippines I am now 72 years old and staying there since 36 years as my residence while working in The Middle East for 20 years and now retired since 11 years and never regret to move from Europe to The Philippines. There are challenges but much more easy ones than to live in Europe especially in France which everything is over regulated where the freedom does not exist anymore.

[@WilliamFluery]

Thanks for the videos Chad. As more and more people come what are you seeing happening to Filipinos? Are prices increasing for them due to supply and demand? Do you see Filipinos turning on Westerners because of bad behavior like what’s happening in Thailand? I grow concerned with the Asian culture deteriorating due to Western influence.

[@KenOnaMission]

Hey Chad.. first time watching your blog.. I was in PH last September for 3 weeks, for exploratory research.. I hit 6 cities and plan to return to PH soon.. Its a great country to start over again in your 50s and being single..Looking forward to watching some other vids, especially of islands and cities I didn't explore.. TY..

[@evinwhiteson4902]

I figured this out 35 years ago when i sailed on my 30 foot sailboat from hawaii to the south pacific.at 25 years old. Warning. You need about 1,000 a month in south east asia minimum to live the dream. The average Social security is enough for most people. Covid was hell in asia. The asians take masking to the next level.

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

I'm forever traumatized from what governments did during Covid. Thailand, from what I understand, was much better than the Philippines. Another 'tuber mentioned that he wasn't even allowed to go to the market during covid there and his GF has to get all the food. And if CCP makes a move on Taiwan or flexes further in the region it could get rough there. Many chances to take in life, but the rewards are there for the taking if you plan out correctly. Keep extra funds handy and if another pandemic gets released for politics, get off the Philippines as soon as you can to ride out the BS.

[@evinwhiteson4902]

​@@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x I was in indonesia when covid hit. On my 12 meter sailboat. I had total freedom to sail in my chosen island chain because there mostly remote . No one bothered me. I did have to have my friend a great guy on nias buy all my food and I could send money to his bank. I did that for 9 months. Then I went to phuket. I was denied entry but I stayed anyways. Long story. The vibe in phuket for the next 2 years was very strange. No tourism. I loved it. No tourists. Not 1. I would pop back and forth to Indonesia from phuket for 4 years as I was a illegal alien after breaking the rules for 4 yesrs. Australia gave me my freedom back by allowing me entry to get my passport and documents in order. Thank you australia

[@UberToeknee]

Thanks Chad! I'll be in the PHILIPPINES in August to meet up with my Filipina and cannot wait!

[@stugreen5334]

My wife's from Biliran and i love going to Sambawan Island and staying overnight. In 4 years we will be spending most of the year out there to escape the Uk.

[@beck_realtruth]

Thanks for showing us around the island of the Philippines 🇵🇭 😊 I grow up in Antique but never get to see the places you show us.Enjoy island hopping 😊I love watching your videos!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks 🙏 and you're welcome

[@Cubevanlife]

I was there in 2011 and have never forgotten it. Hoping to get there next winter.

[@XxSTMAxX]

Seeing this for the first time. Im 27 from the US. Absolutely eye opening. Thank you for making this content.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

You are welcome thanks for watching

[@XxSTMAxX]

@ChadFosterExplores I've been meeting Filipina women on dating apps, any suggestions on them wanting me to buy multiple subscriptions? Are these women worth my time or do they have other motives? Thank you Chad

[@ChadFosterExplores]

sorry but can you clarify what you mean with buying multiple subscriptions and your main concern with the filipinas?

[@XxSTMAxX]

@ChadFosterExplores I buy one dating app subscription (trulyfilipino) her and I talk on the app, but then she tries to get me to also purchase (trulylatino and trulyrussian) is this common practice?

[@XxSTMAxX]

@ChadFosterExplores she asked me to buy trulyfilipino which I did so we can talk. But a few days later she asks me to also buy trulylatino and truly thai. What purpose? We can already talk on the first app. Thanks

[@jerrystanley6820]

good stuff Chad great to see your channel grow so quick man

[@ittookrootwithmarktrof8829]

Chad, You have amazing quality videos and sound. What camera gear, mikes,, And editing software have you found that works the best? Thank you very much

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Pretty basic, iPhone Pro, GoPro, Insta360 go, adobe premier pro MacBook Pro

[@kennyh5083]

I've lived in Asia and you said it all! I'd rather live in the Philippines than in the west any day, cuz what you gain is quality of life itself! The west sucks unless your a millionaire and even then it ain't worth it IMO. I'd rather live in a bamboo and grass hut in the Philippines and drive a scooter then drive a Ferrari and live in a mansion in Beverly Hills! any-day!

[@sallyanngetzen4195]

I want to come see you!!!!

[@BX_Staff-Home]

I just do not get the 65-70 YO with a 20-30 YO, Sounds creepy. Hint , there is no free lunch. She wants your money.

[@DivineFeminine99]

Exactly.

[@spmrosepi1]

Times are changing rapidly in the Philippines. Real-estate is going through the roof. It's more expensive now in Phillipines to buy land or a home than the US. Unless you live far away from hospitals, shopping, or restaurants. It's just a matter of time the cost will bleed over to rentals. You can't buy a $200000 home and rent it for $1000 a month.

[@DestinationJapan95]

That’s not the real market though. I agree everything is expensive, but for literally no reason. There are excess homes available all over the country, more supply makes them less valuable The problem is, Filipinos are brain dead and think a 500sqm parcel of land with no road, utilities, survey or anything 5 hours away from a city with all amenities is worth $100k

[@BrianDawsonLM10]

Couldn't agree more with the topic you discussed here, i was in the Philippines 2 years ago and I'm planning to come back there on a permanent basis when i retire new sub from the UK.

[@MikeWood-yc1er]

Add the carbon tax. Now 1.80 a litre or 75p and we have oil wells in 🇨🇦

[@rodfast8196]

It's insane what's happening here in Canada. I ve been to Philippines a dozen times since 2010, and this year I m going for good .

[@joesixpack5691]

The province is completely different when you actually live there. I would tell foreigners to try it out for at least a year before building or buying a house. There are many aspects that will drive you completely insane, long term.

[@LeahandBlair]

Agreed

[@Billy_B_Goat]

Hey Joe6Pack (great name), can you list a few of the 'many aspects of province insanity' Other than the usual suspects of: Roosters, Dogs, Karaoke, Burning trash, lack of amenities, wifi, (seems like Starlink and Solar power will solve a lot of problems) *Is it because you feel like an outcast, not appreciated, isolated (that stuff is family/community specific right??) *Cultural habits/traits of the Province Filipinos you're living around (what are they- do they constantly beg from you in the province?? more so than the city)? -- Seriously asking: I'm in the US, live on my little hobby farm and don't see anyone for maybe a week when I drive in for groceries.... (other than chickens and dogs when I still had em). Interested in your feedback. Peace and Love, B Goat

[@joesixpack5691]

@@Billy_B_Goat Our problems were mainly noise and gossipy locals trying to create trouble for our family. One neighbor added to his house...one worker with a hammer for 2 years straight. I was always 'spotted' with girls or drunk whenever I would go alone anywhere. Never did either. Lots of shaming the wife for anything and everything. Hate and envy. Some locals were great...others were trash and always trying to get in our business. We love living here in Texas now...truly friendly people, not fake friendly cuz they want something from you. Peaceful and quiet...rules and laws to keep the idiots in line.

[@joesixpack5691]

@@Billy_B_Goat I will add that I was in my 40's when I lived there and was one of the youngest expats on our island. I made friends with some local guys but most of them seemed emasculated by my presence and would become jerks trying so hard to save face. Had a much better time in the major cities where the locals are more secure with themselves. Might try the province again when I'm retired and nobody cares about me there.

[@Billy_B_Goat]

@@joesixpack5691 Thanks for the reply. Yeah interrupted sleep is a physical killer... and gossip can be a relationship killer (true or not). Any advice on how to try and manage those issues you described... I mean if she was willing to relocate to Texas then other locations in PH would also be an option right? It's just that I find the States so expensive and my whole family kind of shunned me during the whole Covid/Vax thing. Gov policies and media are really dividing folks and putting a lot of relationships to the test in the US. Super glad things are working out so well for you. BTW, do you happen to follow the Texas Filipino.... he's pretty awesome. Peace, B Goat

[@steve-ml4du]

Good video Chad. I am looking to get back there in a few months.

[@stevenchris13]

I visited the first time, on invitation from a filipino friend in California. Stayed at a downtown hotel in cebu for p400/night. 1990. Traveled around the islands for a month. That was it. All I could think of was coming back. Girls were all over me. It was my hobby to spend long long vacations. Went thru so many attractive young girls, looking for honesty. Foreigners are an automatic target for making dramas to get financial help. Learned the languages and caught on, that lying is not a bad thing here! Didn't marry for real until 15 years later, after i had 500 lives here. Now I'm a resort owner in Bohol, 16 years married with a beautiful daughter. She's 38 I'm 69. Life has always been wonderful for me here in the Philippines!

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

Legend! Congrats on the slow roll. I'm looking forward to being just as brave and smart about the adventure.

[@M.G-sq8cc]

Great video chadd . 😊I been there 6 times. Just waiting to work more and get closer to my retirement . Take care always..Marty from Australia 🇦🇺

[@hankmoody-jq1xq]

What a life brother good for you. I’m definitely jealous.😊

[@JoshLangridge]

exact reasons why i land in manila in 11 days for a month chad never been out of my own country cant wait to experience the filly

[@four_bet503]

Hi Chad I work as a PT here in Cali, and it is a rat race. My wife and I are looking forward to move to Cebu province in a year. I'm filipino and my wife is half filipina. Looking forward to this

[@petersomers7846]

I'm 67 living in Australia just got old age pension 2300$ a month plus some back ,got tie up some loose ends then going to PI then Vietnam ,,.have some fun again at the right price hope to run into u one day,keep on keeping on cheers pete

[@franciscoaguilar123]

Dating in the USA is a disaster unless you're a Chad. If you're not a Chad then you are disposable and will be used as a Stepping Stone or Walking ATM. Then the second the woman can find someone better you will be dumped, blocked or ghosted because you are disposable. I have a couple more years then plan to move overseas.

[@youngandfree93]

It's not a disaster unless you make it be. You have to be realistic who your dating pool is. If you're tall and good looking, don't drink, don't smoke, very healthy you'll do very well

[@franciscoaguilar123]

@@youngandfree93 Yes, Chad material and look like a GQ Model. You'll do great in the dating market. hahahahaha

[@youngandfree93]

@@franciscoaguilar123 that's not even GQ material it's just taking care of yourself. Many guys are their own worst enemies. Women to want fat out of shape alcoholic aging slobs. It's easy to eat healthy and exercise

[@jimw7916]

you are "looked at" .....like an ATM ! and DONT tell me I dont know ............. ive been living in and going to the Philippines since the early 80s

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

"Do I want a man? She states. Yes" but also, "Do I need a man? No" You can frame the classic masculinity of provider, protector, and mentor "like an ATM" but that's just a state of mind poisoned by decades of feminism. We have forgotten our heritage in the west. As Rabbi Friedman said, "A wife that doesn't respect her man cannot be a wife." She may want you (for entertainment) but not needing you is a disaster which feeds the high divorce rate.

[@ericg9092]

Great video.

[@magnapearl9506]

Stay hydrated. It's not good to stay out in the sun for too long.

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

We evolved for the sun. Vit D and everything else. Only in modernity do we get the message that concrete is comfort.

[@drm8164]

Love it, cant wait living canada, have been no dating for 5 years whereas I m cute and very smart and talented, social connexions and love are death here, thank you for your motivation and good luck to you!

[@Feetonthesand]

You can go back to US during spring, autumn, and summer and make money then come back to the Philippines to enjoy then go back the US to make more money. If it's a routine you'd like to do.

[@RoamsForever]

Love your videos Chad. Keep up the good work. Questions. Do you need a motorcycle license for the scooter you have? Which scooter did you buy?

[@clrodrick]

I'm 51 and will be retiring in Thailand next year. I like Philippines too but for me Thailand is better fit. I do look forward to traveling a lot all over SE Asia as so many amazing places to see

[@ChadFosterExplores]

I know many people that prefer Thailand and I definitely want to make it over there to get a feel for it, I definitely love the food better over there and I know the infrastructure is better, I love the Philippines no doubt about it but it's good to check out different options. Good luck with your retirement!

[@clrodrick]

@@ChadFosterExplores Thanks, your examples are the exact reasons why I prefer Thailand. Mostly the food haha. I hope our paths cross at some point 🙂

[@tonychang9354]

I live in California and I watch your videos.

[@pauls4742]

I appreciate your honest take on your life in the Philippines. You are focused on the positive and I give you credit for that. There are challenges here that limit what you can do and I look forward to your future videos where I assume you'll be discussing those as well. You'll always be a foreigner and an outsider and you have to accept that. As you said, no place is perfect and you have to accept the good with the bad.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Yes there's definitely pros and cons being over here and I'm working on my next video talking about the other side

[@hedykarim3614]

It’s so beautiful there

[@WeslyFleurimond]

Very nice video bro,I'm a truck driver and I can't even pay my bills. I'm planning to come visit the Philippines 🇵🇭 in August. I'm planning my retirement

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Good for you for coming to check it out, hope you find a good spot for retirement, lots of options to consider

[@jonathanabad3917]

Chad, been watching your vids for awhile and I finally realized you’re a good man and really care about my country so I just subscribed. Good luck to you and all the foreigners moving to our country. This country is on the way up and up, so many developments happening, it’s too exciting. Hope you enjoy everything it offers, the good and the bad.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Hey thank you I appreciate your support I really do and yes indeed I love it here and want to share to the world the good things that are happening here, you are right lots of improvements happening and it's going up and up no doubt about it!

[@corywebb5537]

Your absolutely right

[@goldengirls0125]

I would love it but I hate humidity. It seems non stop. Wish I could find a dry place with similar qualities

[@_random_dude]

Ok, if your health is strong. Get sick and you will pay $$. Also a lot of hungry people. There is crime. The rule in PI is the foreigner always pay $$.

[@MoPhat61]

Awesome... Thanks Chad

[@garytibo]

This was one more good video Chad...Thanks😇

[@imeldaleano5248]

Happy for you chad!I am a new subscriber of your channel..

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Thanks I appreciate it 🙏

[@erinl.4387]

I was a COTA for 7 years inpatient rehab. Patient's have lost failure to thrive and are not motivated to get better, they want someone to take care of them. Sad.

[@jamesfilerman2731]

What a nice guy.

[@ThorParker]

I’m early 20s and in the uk I don’t have any issues with getting relationships etc. but, the culture over there is so much better, so much more relaxing. No politics, it’s beautiful! The pretence is gone. People are more authentic.

[@tineejohnston9737]

That’s so beautiful all around you 😎😇

[@HansUy23]

Hey sir Chad! It's been nice meeting you I have learned a lot of things just by talking to you. Thank you for staying at Napo Beach Resort! I would surely follow your advice so I can start my own KZbin Channel and do the things I wanted the most. Hopefully we can see you again and have a safe travels!

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Hey there thanks for the message good to hear from you! It was a pleasure meeting you I had a great time there and I look forward to getting back there again, mag-ingat ka!

[@Stevans05]

You are in a great place to Find a quality province girl I have been in a relationship For 18 months with a beautiful Young educated woman from The mountains in Leyte It can be an arduous search That takes time but once you Find THE RIGHT ONE it is worth All the time and effort Good Luck Chad

[@ignaciobalais5394]

There’s pros & cons everywhere. What i want is safety. #1 for me is safety. Here in NYC is not safe. Randomly guys will just push you or hit you from behind

[@anthonyarriola8004]

Hey Chad, I’m a natural born Filipino but grew up in Vancouver. I’ve been away for 50yrs, I retired in January/22 been going back there every year since. I have a condo in Lapu2 and seriously thinking of retiring full time in Cebu (Sibonga) Good luck hope to see when I get there.

[@ChadFosterExplores]

Oh nice I lived in Vancouver for many years, a much more affordable retirement out here that's for sure! Thanks for the message and yes hope to see you when you come out!

[@coradalida2375]

Good luck and just enjoy life because you never know what happens tomorrow especially what’s going on in the middle east very scary and unpredictable..