Expat Guide to Living in Manila
Whether you're already living in Manila or preparing to move to Manila, our Expat Guide to Living in Philippines offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Manila. For answers to specific questions, visit our Philippines Forum to talk with expats in Manila.
5 Tips For Living In Manila
Expats in Manila have reported many of the same themes since the inception of Expat Exchange. Read some basic facts and tips about this Philippine city (and metro area) on the island of Luzon.
More Culture Shock Reports for Manila
Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Manila handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Manila:
More Living in Manila Reports
What are people's priorities in Manila - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Manila:
More Moving to Manila Reports
What should you take with you when you move to Manila? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Manila? Below are some of the responses from expats in Manila:
Reviews of Schools in Manila
Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Manila. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Manila:
Dream vs. Reality of Living in Manila Reports
Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Manila. If you are already living in Manila, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not. Below are some of the reports from expats in Manila:
Overseas Retirement Report
Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Manila by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.
Submit a Retire Abroad ReportHaving a Baby Abroad Report
How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Manila? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Manila by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.
Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report
