Author: James Z. Carpio The first advice is to purchase and invest on a durable pair of running shoes. That is all the equipment that you...

The Philippine Government does not ask for a Police clearance certificate as a precondition to enter or stay long term in the Philippines .Contrary to popular belief you don't normally...

REQUIREMENTS: Original and one photocopy of valid foreign license. If the foreign driver’s license is not in English, the applicant should submit an official...

I would like to thank Mayor John Bongat and Mr. Alec Santos – Head of Tourism of Naga City for the warm welcome from...

Author: James Z. Carpio Naga’s European transformation started hundreds of years ago. The city was established in 1575 on order of Spanish Governor-General Francisco de...

No permit or permition is required to bring in or take out currency from the Philippines.  However, foreign currency in excess of $10,000 carried...

I have been in the Philippines now for over twelve months and have looked at many banks for the purpose of finding a bank...

Author: James Z. Carpio If you go to the Plaza Quince Martires before the morning breaks you will be in for a pleasant surprise. There...

We reached the Municipality of Malinao in between the City of Tabaco and Tiwi in Albay at around eleven in the morning. We went...

Author: James Z. Carpio Like martial arts, waiting is an art. It is also a talent. With this in mind, it can therefore be developed....