Expat Advice: Culture Shock in Cebu, Philippines

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Cebu

What are the most challenging aspects of the new culture?

English is widely spoken in Cebu. Probably 90% of the people surely understand but some may be shy to speak English (nose bleed it's called) Challenges are: transportation in rainy weather, slow paced lifestyle (for patience challenged), crowded lines, polluted air & lack of trash collection in city, religious customs guiding culture, law & politics (all respect) confronting poverty, pick pockets & beggars. Adjusting yourself to these.