Top Three Places to Retire in The Philippines

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Amid the current retirement crisis in America where over 64% of U.S citizens do not have the means to retire, many Americans have resorted to an alternative as a means to retire - move outside of America. Quite honestly, for many living in the U.S, social security and pensions do not cut it, especially when it comes to retiring in country with such high inflation nowadays. With the present day housing costs, food prices, and everyday life expenses in general, many Americans' retirement budget will not last for a long period of time. So today, we take a look at the Top Three Retirement Friendly Places in The Philippines.
In our list of the Top Three Places to Retire in The Philippines, at each location we take a look at not only popular attractions and the current state of the place, but also most importantly - cost of living. You'll find that the cost of living in every location in this video is affordable for most foreigners. So if you've ever struggled to pick the ideal place to retire in the Philippines, this is the video for you.
We were sure to choose locations that were ideal for most retirees such as places with modern day healthcare facilities, medical care, affordable cost of living, safe, and accessible.
Top Three Places to Retire in The Philippines -
1. Cebu City
2. Dumaguete
3. Tagaytay
Timstamps:
0:00 Retirement Crisis in America
0:45 #3 Retirement Friendly Place in The Philippines - Tagaytay
2:49 Cost of Living in Tagaytay
3:56 #2 Retirement Friendly Place in The Philippines - Dumaguete
6:38: Cost of Living in Dumaguete
7:43 #1 Retirement Friendly Place in The Philippines - Cebu City
10:52 Cost of Living in Cebu City
13:56 Let's get this video to 100 likes! Subscribe for more!
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Top Three Retirement Friendly Places in The Philippines, Best Places to Retire in The Philippines, Retiring in The Philippines, Should You Retire in The Philippines, Philippines Expat, Philippines,
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@b.baggins8893 2 жыл бұрын

Been in Tagaytay 25 years ago and it's now too populated and to near a active volcano. Been in Mactan, Cebu about 15 years ago and same. Traffic was terrible, too many people there. So since 10 years ago I'm living in Bukidnon: Better cooler climate than Tagaytay, lots of nature and less population. No active volcanoes, no floods, and abundance of fresh water and food. There are no safety issues and the Living cost could hardly be lower.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for feedback. I'll have to do some research on Bukidnon, sounds great.

@colinwoods5663 2 жыл бұрын

welcome to the real world its called development move south to Mindanio but be ready to dodge bullets ok

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

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@doingeven5196 2 жыл бұрын

im coming! ahhahaha thanks for this! i just moved from manila to mactan...

@b.baggins8893 2 жыл бұрын

@@doingeven5196 Before I stayed in Marigondon and in 2008 often experienced traffic jams on the way to Cebu, maybe thing get better with the 3rd bridge.

@manilamartin1001 2 жыл бұрын

I retired half living in Makati and half on a farm near Olongapo. I prefer western food and like you said, get a maid. Great ideas. I'm happy this channel is about something other than what most of these channels are like.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

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@RobertKlouse-cl1xj 11 ай бұрын

Yup

@eagleeyes9112 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I'm from Haarlem, The Netherlands. Been around the Philippines and all I can say is, it's Absolutely Iloilo for me. Look it up.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to be uploading a video on Retirement in iloilo very soon. Stay tuned my friend 💯

@frankseydel9428 2 жыл бұрын

Good job! Well done and informative Video! I liked how you chose 3 different characteristics of locations. I am sure there are other places to retire to in the Philippines but these maybe the most important ones. Also I liked how you broke down basically the most important informations including cost of living in the different places. Apart from that I find it interesting that a young guy like you makes a video for people in their retirement age. But as I said, well done.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear the video was useful to you Frank! Thanks for watching.

@cdmorrissy3692 Жыл бұрын

I've spent a good amount of time in P.I., and after much research, I'll be "retiring" in Davao City in a year, where it's safe, has good hospitals, decent infrastructure, and my $4,000+ U.S. monthly income will go a LONG way....

@retiredinbali9565 2 жыл бұрын

Good video. Right to the point and no rambling on in different directions.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

You know it!

@stevenaveriss5761 2 жыл бұрын

So pleased I stumbled on your channel, great info and very professional. Thank you so much, this video really helped me. Keep up the good work, you are going places!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that Steven 🙏 more videos to come

@RichFerreiraIns 2 жыл бұрын

You’re a good guy and have a very trustworthy presence. Good info. Good job. Hope you grow. You are one of the best out there.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching and take care!

@timkdiamond Жыл бұрын

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@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words! Thanks for tuning in 🙌

@WadersInAlaska 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent job! Highly informative and clear to follow with a little humor sprinkled in here and there. This makes it a winner of a video! Thanks! 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Cheers from Alaska!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@michaelwright1467 2 жыл бұрын

Smart, Funny and informative. Enjoyed this video. Keep up the great work.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@MichaelJohnson-tr4ke 2 жыл бұрын

Best video on the subject I've ever seen. And I've seen hundreds.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Means a lot Michael 💯 God bless

@Rock1360 2 жыл бұрын

This is the 1st time I’ve watched your channel. You appear to be spot on on your break down of the 3 places on your list at least from what I experienced in those places. I’ll be checking out your other blogs. Aloha! 🤙🏼

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it man 👊

@kevinneil3944 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. You have a great energy, and made watching this video enjoyable.

@Rogerla62 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for all of the useful information. I always enjoy your videos.

@peters7229 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! So much pertinent info in a concise, easily understandable delivery. You might as well become a real estate agent; I'd definitely use your services based on your knowledge, even at such a young age. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

That means a lot Peter 💯 more real estate and retirement videos coming up! Appreciate your support man 🙏

@kamaainabackroads 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for producing a smart, well-written and respectful program. You're an excellent communicator, are adorable and engaging. KEEP IT UP! Makes mo wanna go back to the PI!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roland. That means a lot.

@andrewrogers2313 Жыл бұрын

Very good video! Thank you for posting this

@tracystjohn1957 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Chicago. Your content is outstanding. I think I'll binge-watch a few more episodes this weekend

@TITOFROG1 2 жыл бұрын

Great job promoting retirement places and towns in the good ol' Philippines. As they often say: Mabuhay !!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

🙌🇵🇭

@Simplypinay60 2 жыл бұрын

ILOILO city is the BEST! Modern, very clean, low crime and loving people.

@fogrunr5075 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Salamat!

@trevorwhite5127 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video, thanks very much.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@allanbalbuena3659 2 жыл бұрын

Cebu is the best, you got the city life , beaches, you got the mountains and nightlife within your reach.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, great accessibility to everything in Cebu 💯

@bienanatan3195 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat and the worst traffic...

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@bienanatan3195 really? Heard it was bad. Not as bad as Manila though.

@byrnanthony 2 жыл бұрын

The traffic in Cebu is really bad in a car that's why I bought or rented a motorcycle. But there are just so many things you can do in and around Cebu including having ambulance service for an old man like me. To me that out ways the traffic. I didn't go to Cebu to watch trees grow.

@cebuhomesandproperties 2 жыл бұрын

Nice value you have given here. I appreciate it. Thanks for including Cebu City in your list.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Of course 💯 thanks for watching

@cebuhomesandproperties 2 жыл бұрын

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@youpamp 2 жыл бұрын

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@erniemccracken5509 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and the humor made me subscribe. Thank you! :)

@azhardav 2 жыл бұрын

Angeles City should be in top 3 if not #1. Not just because of the most entertainment, girls come from every province to work there, largest waterpark in Asia, 2nd largest airport in PI, fastest growing business area in PI, new train connecting Manila-Angeles- Subic. There is more things to do BY FAR in and around Angeles. Many ex-pat live there, join clubs, has the highest history for Americans, 1 hour to Subic, Pinatubo, only 2 hours to MANILA, 3 hours to Bagio. It is the Center most place to be in PHILIPPINES.

@YuriUK Жыл бұрын

I live in Cebu now for 4 years and I have traveled to all tourists destinations in Phil’s and even tried living in few of them like Bohol Panglao, Dumagette and Manila and cebu is the best place to retire for expats.

@jcca8762 2 жыл бұрын

Good information and delivery from a young man! I'm Fil-Am living in TX. Were planning to retire in the Philippines in the future. I subscribed to your channel. Keep it going kid!

@messer1096 2 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel. I'm impressed. I might have to replace my old go-to channel with yours. 😊 I like that you get right to the point without all the usual, boring (and annoying!) preamble you get with most other channels.

@jamesshomesolarmore2223 2 жыл бұрын

My wife is from the Cebu area. We own a home in liloan. It’s nice being able to walk to the beach. Plus the airport is only 30 minutes away. Shopping is close also. Plus it is much cheaper than you say. But we already own a home there. I can’t wait till traveling opens back up. We will stay in the Philippines for at least six months.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear James. Hope that the Philippines opens up for you guys soon. And I'm glad that you mentioned that it's cheaper than mentioned in the video. I was going off of my personal research so love to hear it from someone that has actually lived in Cebu! Thanks for watching 🙏

@hillbillyintheasia6122 2 жыл бұрын

liloan have 2 story one bedroom condo pay 180 usd month include internet, water, pay for your electric. 18 min walk too the beach. wait for the ph too open fly their hope soon.

@monrubin 2 жыл бұрын

You have to eat "masi" in Liloan. Titays is the place to go 😊

@auroranarvasa2379 10 ай бұрын

@@monrubinlove masi

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@bobwershing3505 Жыл бұрын

Very good expert advice 👍😎

@myleneballesteros8164 2 жыл бұрын

You’re getting better and better as you’re getting mature ..thanks for the great insights ! I just subscribe 👍🙏

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mylene

@BrooklynsFinest34 2 жыл бұрын

My dude you are too funny. You have yourself a subscriber! I love your content, I love your humor & I appreciate your work. Saludos.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Become a Savvy Expat Patreon Member! www.patreon.com/thesavvyexpat What did you think of the list? Leave a comment down below and let us know your honest thoughts! And if you enjoyed this video and want to see more, hit the like button. Matter of fact, let's get this video to 100 likes. Lastly, subscribe if you'd like to support the channel. Appreciate it!

@hillbillyintheasia6122 2 жыл бұрын

right on spot , cost right . live like a ,local 800 usd a month but american live like one 1200 min too 2k usd

@haldepet12 2 жыл бұрын

I only like Tagaytay, the other two options are a nogo (Bad climate, polluted, not safe from natural disasters). There are so much better places like Olongapo, Baguio, Cervantes or Casiguran.

@sidedude1641 2 жыл бұрын

No aircon needed at all.. Baguio.. 2 hrs from beach, 25 mins from hot sprinh..

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@sidedude1641 yea, I'll be doing a video on retiring in Baguio soon. I still need to do my research on it. Anything I need to know?

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@haldepet12 I respect that, will be doing more research on those places. If you had to choose one that you mentioned, what's your favorite?

@mariaross4340 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! A new subscriber from the US! Thank you for this info!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏

@jshepard152 Жыл бұрын

Good content. Liked and subscribed. Keep it coming.

@BobSmith-lb9nc 2 жыл бұрын

Also, for American veterans, there is a VA hospital in Manila which can service any qualified veteran.

@havenpersonalcare7968 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice you're covering retirement; you look awefully young for early retirement; can't discriminate now a days. Job well done lad!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that! You can never be too early to prepare 👍

@hillbillyintheasia6122 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat so true , best get out the rat race any age.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@hillbillyintheasia6122 amen to that!

@stedye 12 күн бұрын

Great video . Just subscribed.

@jonjames1705 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this very informative video. These look like beautiful cities

@dannynicart2389 2 жыл бұрын

My wife is from Laguna, where we bought a residential lot years ago. We plan to build a house there probably before retirement. With the improvement of highways and byways, the drive from Manila would just be a breeze.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@medviation 2 жыл бұрын

Cebu is Manila 2.0. Davao, CDO, Iloilo and Bacolod I think are better alternatives. If you want a truly provincial retirement, I'd recommend Palawan, Panglao/Bohol, and Bukidnon.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I'll be making a video on Bohol soon

@jadchirazi6337 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very informative video 👏 👍

@lutzbassin9321 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting information. Thanks!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@johnclark7973 2 жыл бұрын

This was my first video of yours I've ever seen. You gave awesome advice, and you were funny as heck. I subscribed! Hope you have more videos like this. I am from the US as well, but I have never been to the Philippines. But I plan to retire there having just turned 50.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that John! If you need any help, especially in terms of moving to BGC, feel free to email me at evan@thesavvyexpat.com and I can give you a hand

@johnclark7973 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Wow, Evan, thank you sooo much! 😎

@daniellovett4687 2 жыл бұрын

Bacolod is amazing. I felt more safe here than any major U.S. city. Negros Island is def becoming the most popular place to retire in P.I. The nearby mountain area climates are Cold n Chilly ! LuV It !

@komments Жыл бұрын

My bank account was hacked. I was speaking with customer service at the same time the hacker was. He got $12,000 before I contacted the bank. My bank reimbursed my losses and tracked him to Bacolod. I will never spend money there.

@allanaitch204 2 жыл бұрын

Another good video, thanks.

@lowes891646 2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME video! I've watched a lot of videos on Dumaguete. Love it!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@jshepard152 Жыл бұрын

I don't think I would describe Tagaytay as "cool and misty". It's only cool relative to Manila, but still warm to hot, and also humid. The *coldest* month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C (86°F). From there it only goes warmer, frequently over 90F.

@romeoETmike 2 жыл бұрын

I suggest, try Iloilo City. You will be amazed. Best kept secret and the locals and old-timer and peace-loving expats wanted it that way. They try to avoid unwanted and crazy expats. If you like nightlife, this place is very limited. No bar-hopping in this place. Most night life here are dinner places with live band playing.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

See, those are the kind of places I especially like. No rowdy crowds of foreigners, just classy expats looking to live a peaceful retired life. Thanks for suggesting that Romeo.

@wallacewinter5907 2 жыл бұрын

I like Iloilo as well and surprised it wasn’t on the top 3.

@juancarlosmiralles8781 2 жыл бұрын

Dose it have beautiful beaches ?

@seriesofmountainandplain5672 2 жыл бұрын

@@juancarlosmiralles8781 Yes lot of beaches in Iloilo!!!

@bienanatan3195 2 жыл бұрын

@@juancarlosmiralles8781 It is mostly beaches if you ask me. You can check the map.

@kamelaref9334 Жыл бұрын

Thank you it was great video.

@ziptie7112 Жыл бұрын

Great video....Thanks for posting.

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

sure thing!

@501man9 2 жыл бұрын

You may want to consider Davao. There is Samal Island nearby. Paradise Island, Pearl Farm Resort. Lots of beach property, Mount Apo, Eden Park Resort. Just to name a few places. Many malls all over.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, will be doing a video on Davao soon 🙏

@Tony-8280 10 ай бұрын

Terrible traffic.😢

@safetynetzero 8 ай бұрын

Like Tony-8280 says... the traffic is a BITCH

@rgasta7765 2 жыл бұрын

This video is really valuable. I loved the graphic details of cost of living; the geographic map can be a better I have to say, like showing a map for a few sec. Also in the cost of living is not including transportation: how do we get around and for how much? I like a city where there is a good night life, like bars, discos

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Gotcha. will keep that in mind for my next retirement video. Thanks for watching!

@biffrod24 2 жыл бұрын

enjoyed this. and the movie clips in between..good job..thanks

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@Thiago_TT_MIA Жыл бұрын

Great breakdown

@mike-ulove2travel Жыл бұрын

When I was there in the Philippines 🇵🇭 I lived in the province of Cavite and Makati City. For my preference though I would rather stay in Cavite because of the clean air. Although I did feel very comfortable living in Makati as well. Your videos are very informative and I thank you for sharing. 👍🏽

@josevich 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a Filipino in Canada. I am definitely considering retiring in PH. I like Tagaytay but hate the traffic there. Probably somewhere in Batangas near the diving spots I love. I also like Dumaguete because of all the beautiful places accessible from there. Great diving too! I really don't like Cebu City. Another place I love is Iloilo city. Great infrastructure, restaurants, and beaches

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like your leaning more towards the beaches. In that case, I definitely recommend you check out Duma and Batangas. The nice part about Batangas is that you still have good accessibility to Manila! Thanks for watching 🙏

@dongshengdi773 2 жыл бұрын

The Best place to Retire for Filipinos is Canada 👍 Vancouver , Toronto …

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@dongshengdi773 yea it depends on your work situation too 💯 but I'm with you on that, it's a lot easier to get into Canada than the U.S!

@josevich 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat easier than coming to the US but definitely not easy. I had to come as an international student, like most Filipinos migrating here these days,. But it costs millions of pesos to do that since international students pay 3 to 4 times more tuition. But it's very to become a permanent resident after graduation and gaining Canadian work experience

@josevich 2 жыл бұрын

@@dongshengdi773 with the maximum retirement pension of 1,200 a month. Most canadians won't be able to afford to retire here in Canada. Because $1,200 won't even be enough for rent in Vancouver and Toronto. BTW Toronto is a dump. People here work through their 70s until their bodies give up so they can save for retirement So it's good that Filipinos have the option to retire in PH where 1,200 isn't much but it will at least cover the basics

@user-ck9in4sr6sf Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your good reviews, I'm coming to give it try in Cebu ....looking forward to it, should be there in September.

@ron4490 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info.

@joem1070 2 жыл бұрын

Netherland’s people are Dutch. And having lived in both Tagatay and Dumaguete/Valencia, prefer Dumaguete as it gets less severe weather events/typhoons.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I hear ya. Living in Tagaytay can be unpredictable in terms of weather which is its biggest flaw.

@phil1014 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative. You have a new subscriber! I would personally recommend Cebu City. Tagaytay is ok but the idea of living within miles of a recently active volcano is scary. I hear Duma being a small city is now 'congested ' with expats. Cebu City will give you all the finer things in life (including fast Internet connection) without leaving a hole in your pocket.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Well said Phil, thanks for watching

@wesparsons5331 Жыл бұрын

Helpful content, thanks👍

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

🙌

@pokeaman1645 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video keep up the good work.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it

@amievil3697 2 жыл бұрын

I was stationed in Subic 88-91 then returned for Pinatubo and I have always considered retiring in PI

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. A lot more retirement videos to come so stay tuned for that 💯

@pinaylifeinusa5780 2 жыл бұрын

I live in olongapo too..

@howardwylie1620 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, good job. You seem well informed for someone your age, especially on the retirement situation in the US.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Howard 🙏

@hillbillyintheasia6122 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat do one on north of manila is Baguio City In The Philippine Mountains

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@hillbillyintheasia6122 will do. Baguio seems like a cool place!

@billhornsberger5116 Жыл бұрын

Very informative, even entertaining at times. I was already considering Dumaguete as I’m recently retired. Yes, I did like and subscribed. Thanks.

@ljw3491 2 жыл бұрын

A very well done video. I have now subscribed and wish you well with your channel!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that a ton! Any particular topics you would like me to cover?

@IamArnel 2 жыл бұрын

This deserves a Part II! Check out Baguio as well. Subic for the retirees with their own boats. The City of Manila is having a Renaissance.. Mindanao is such a big place as well.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be doing more retirement videos! Matter of fact, my next video will be on Baguio retirement so stay tuned for that Arnel 💯

@BpGregor 2 жыл бұрын

Baguio becomes so over populated during holidays, especially at Christmas (Pasko) and Easter (Pascha). And Baguio had become expensive.

@love69cnd 2 жыл бұрын

Subic, you say! Thanks...I’ve been googling around searching for marinas, boats for sale , etc. I’ll check that now...

@dazzledbyyou5471 2 жыл бұрын

Explore Mindanao as well. Zamboanga del Sur, del Norte have some cool places as well and easy, simple living with no water supply issue like in Luzon. House helper is getting not as cool as said as many from the provinces, because of social media, look for greener pasture. Trust issue is a real issue these days wherever you are. Still, just check on this, mindanao has many equally great potential retirement places.

@victoriar9728 Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat no more room in Baguio, please go elsewhere.

@leticiachiok8057 2 жыл бұрын

I think Dumaguete will be a good retirement place for those who are in the mid-60s to 70s+. For expats (among the 3 top places for retirement for expats). Cebu City will be more attractive as it is more cosmopolitan with more modern amenities, yet near the nice beaches and resorts. Actually, it really depends on your lifestyle. It's good you touched on the budget, cost of living.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Thanks for watching Leticia 🙏

@Joepoe20041 2 жыл бұрын

I only have 2 choices as a home base. Cebu City/Mactan and BGC. Its close to the airport and healthcare facilities. I just want to travel the islands and neighboring countries.

@anablink5939 2 жыл бұрын

may volcanoe din sa dumaguete..pls search sa google

@davidssunstar 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

anytime Scott

@gavinp6609 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome advice bro. I watch alot of your vlogs now from here in Australia 🇦🇺.. keep up the great content...

@USAtoPhilippinesLife 2 жыл бұрын

Great, and very informative video, nicely done! If my wife wasn't from Iloilo and I wasn't headed there as a result, I'd definitely check out Tagatay and Duma.👍

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the support Mike. I'm acutally curious, how do you like there in Iloilo? God bless you guys 🙏

@USAtoPhilippinesLife 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Hey Even, Well not that I've explored many places in the Philippines yet, I will say this of Iloilo it's a really nice little city, it's got great malls, restaurants, beaches beautiful scenery if you if you head out into the Island to some of the more romote areas like Capiz which I love it's really beautiful up there about an hour from the city. You're also close to Boracay and Gamaras Islands, Gamaras is supposed to be wonderful during Mango season, great resorts both islands as well as around the Island of Panay in general. As far as living, things are on the cheaper side being your away from Luzon probably similar to what you'd find in Duma. Seems to have great dental and medical care there from what my wife tells me thankfully I've not had to make use of that yet during our visits. There's also quite a bit of really nice gated communities popping up near Iloilo city. Definitely worth future expats to visit and consider as a potential retirement place. Can't wait to get back and vlog from there. There's a lot more to Panay, it's definitely a hidden gem I'd say. Take care, God bless! 🕊️

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@USAtoPhilippinesLife great to hear that. I'd really like to visit Iloilo. In the meantime, I'll be on the look out for some iloilo vlogs on your channel!

@eduardochavacano 2 жыл бұрын

Ilo Ilo is close to Boracay and it has its own Gigantes Islands. It should be Ilo Ilo vs. Cebu. Because Duma is not as bustling. As for Tagaytay, a better option might be Baguio, the summer capital and city of pines.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

@@eduardochavacano absolutely, I'll be doing a video on Baguio soon!

@bruceperez2283 2 жыл бұрын

If you are still young and active and want to go to beaches , mountains and want active night life .. then Cebu City is the place. If you are older and want quiet night life with amenities and services close by then Dumaguete or even Cagayan or Davao would fit. It depends on individuals really. I am from Cebu but if i pick a place in Cebu it's probably the Mactan area close to the beach which also happens to be few minutes close to the airport. It's more quiet than living close to Metro Cebu which the traffic is a nightmare.

@alexandrealferan7144 2 жыл бұрын

Good to know, originally Cebuano but I like the other islands after exploring them eg. Leyte, Bohol, Negros or Panay.... But Cebu and Negros fits the best because of the airports. Health Care wise I believe there's a 2 JCI accredited hospitals in two islands otherwise most are in Manila... I hope Philippines follows the lead of Thailand and have more JCI accredited hospitals (Thailand has 20+ I believe like Turkey) Also streamline the Fintech infrastructure or online payments to allow more International Health Insurance like Pacific Cross to be more accessible. Me and my White Canadian Fiance want to live in a homestead there but I don't want to be a fool without having $ invested for Health Care

@ecahambing 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching this great video. I am from Cebu but living now in Canada. Thanks and looking forward for more of your videos.

@JamesWilliams-qn5cq 2 жыл бұрын

Gr8 Work. Thx a Ton for the Post.

@padskiification 2 жыл бұрын

Savvy, since you're topic is retirement, come up also with a video of how expat will access their savings transfered into Philippine banks OR infos on transferring money into the the Philippines

@wallacewinter5907 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent suggestion

@hygieagaloos6934 2 жыл бұрын

Right specially when building a house how do you access senfing money

@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement Жыл бұрын

How about doing a video for those considering retiring in the provinces! I live in the provinces in a small fishing community 100km south of Cebu City. We built our nice little house on land we got from my wife's family. Total cost was about 300,000 pesos ($5400USD). Now there is no rent, we eat simple Filipino food, and live comfortably on 30k pesos ($540USD) per month. There are completely different dynamics but it is an option for many.

@toddwilliams1710 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you!!!!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏

@channeldatz 2 жыл бұрын

Great, I just subscribed, thank you.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mhel 🙏

@anecitaolar4533 2 жыл бұрын

For me, I would rather stay in not very populated areas like most part of Mindanao, Cagayan de Oro, Bukidnon, etc.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I don't blame ya

@racree01 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll share this in FB. You deserve to have more subscribers kiddo.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I appreciate that a ton

@expat8460 Жыл бұрын

Really good video and detail explanation

@TheSavvyExpat Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@edwinandhelenbyers3552 2 жыл бұрын

Like your videos! You do a great job !!

@jamesnichols2511 Жыл бұрын

thanks for this vlog. very informative. I'm planning on moving there in a couple years with my son and his filipina wife and kids. Once there, my son will build a house, but I'd like to move on my own, and have been researching for months places like Cebu and Dumaguete, and Iloilo city area. Now I'll research the Tagaytay area. Being I'm already 72, I'd like to be able to get to medical assistance if needed, so close to good hospitals would be a determining factor. keep up the good work. much appreciated.

@andresitapavo7657 Жыл бұрын

James Nichols. i’m 70 years old and i’m a Filipina. Leyte is our province and our place is not far from Cebu. It’s by boat maybe 5 hours. I hope we will be friends.

@Pinoyjeepney Жыл бұрын

@@andresitapavo7657 haha bigaun 🤣

@andresitapavo7657 Жыл бұрын

@@Pinoyjeepney can you edit that reply i don’t like it

@kserrano35 2 жыл бұрын

How do you only have 300+ subscribers? Definitely should be up in the thousands! Keep putting up dope content brother. Don’t stop!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that man! God bless 🙌

@kserrano35 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat my folks have a place in BGC. i havent been there in a couple of years. keep pushing out valuable content and youll go viral soon. praying for your success

@AVIATOR114 2 жыл бұрын

Great video full of useful information.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Victor 👊

@nickyingtavorn5491 Жыл бұрын

very nice video thanks...

@coyoteugly3442 2 жыл бұрын

I suggest Iloilo. I'm not from there but it's where my brother and I studied college and we really love the place and the people. It's in Panay Island, a few hours drive to Boracay and other amazing beaches as well😎

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be covering Iliolo soon 🙏

@coyoteugly3442 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Great! I love watching videos that feature Iloilo and i'll definitely watch out for yours😉

@edwardlawler9487 2 жыл бұрын

A few hours more like 7-8 hours if traffic is good. I’ve made the drive from my condo mega world area and it was a long haul

@clintfalk 2 жыл бұрын

Don't give it away.

@mikekingswood 2 жыл бұрын

I love to retired in my hometown when it's financially stable coz the problem is if you have illness the medical is not free. You have to pay medical expenses and everything. But if you have lots of money living in Philippines you live like king and Queen.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

true

@johnclark7973 2 жыл бұрын

You are very bright/articulate. And driven apparently for starting your KZfaq business. Keep pushing, and you will be a huge success, that of which I have no doubt!

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

That made my day John. Thank you.

@davidwegner9690 2 жыл бұрын

Very good, thanks!

@daviddarden1915 2 жыл бұрын

Young man, your video was genius, I watched it early in the morning drinking a green monster drink. I am age 59 now and in a couple of years I had plan on retiring in Cebu City, Philippines around 2025. Having been station in the Philippines long time ago too. I have now a subscription to your great channel, thanks for caring for retirees and future retirees too. From US American Air Force Security Police Military Veteran who was station at Clark Air Base (Angeles area), Philippines. GOD speed to the Philippines.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service David 🙏 Right on, not only are you in the perfect age to enjoy retirement in the Philippines, but you also already have experienced living here! That's great. I'll be making more videos on retiring in the Philippines, especially highlighting Cebu. Take care 💯

@daviddarden1915 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Knowledge is power, I was so glad I was station there in Philippines. I always enjoy information to keep me updated, glad I found your channel and subscribed to it. Good looking out, thank you too.

@karlthetrader 2 жыл бұрын

yes I see it like you, I have a house 66 km away from Cebu and I love it. It is just important to decide whether you prefer a city life or provincial life. I could not imagine to be in the city. Too poluted, too much crime and too much traffic. But everyone is different.

@daviddarden1915 2 жыл бұрын

@@karlthetrader I agree with, the main thing I am thinking is if I need big hospital close by just in case I need to check in for health issues. If hospitals were more adequate in the province, I would for sure live there. Now Manila, too crowded now with big Airport and Cebu, not to crowded with big Airport. I am skiddish to live in Davao for obvious security concerns from me.

@eduardochavacano 2 жыл бұрын

I have been to 40 provinces in the Philippines. I’d make my Top places to retire too. Its cute how you are reading your notes, no one does that. So it looks like a high school home work. Great script though. Dumaguete is or was laid back, but their are slowly ruining the reason it was charming.It is suppose to be provoncial. Siquijor and Cebu being very close is really a selling point. Cebu is super industrialized. Its for expats with more money.

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Eduardo 🙏 yea, many places in the Philippines are losing it's charm due to overpopulation and industrialization. More so turning into the west little by little. Glad you enjoyed the video!

@thnaykhwam2425 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative . Well done . Cheers

@TheSavvyExpat 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Patrick 🙏

@robertreynard2916 Жыл бұрын

New to your channel/subscribe. Really nice job, you’re breaking it down. Spent quite a bit of time in Cebu and have always loved the people. I’m in my 50s and I like to retire here. Thank you for your content!