Pros and Cons of Living in Alabang
Last updated on Jul 10, 2023
Summary: The pros of living in Alabang, Philippines include its close proximity to the city of Manila, its excellent infrastructure, its wide range of shopping and dining options, and its low cost of living. On the other hand, the cons of living in Alabang include its high levels of traffic and air pollution, its lack of public transportation options, and its limited nightlife.
What are the pros and cons of living in Alabang?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Alabang responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Alabang appreciate the city's convenient location near the airport, shopping malls, and other amenities. They also enjoy the city's low cost of living, which allows them to stretch their budget further. Additionally, the city's warm climate and friendly locals make it a great place to live. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the city's traffic and pollution to be a downside," explained one expat living in Alabang.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.