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  • Is the Philippines Safe? Part 2: Typhoons, Earthquakes, and Natural Disasters

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    If you’re thinking about living in the Philippines, another common concern is natural disasters. Many foreigners considering a move here worry about natural disasters in the Philippines. Typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanoes make the news often enough that some people assume the entire country is constantly under threat. The reality is much more mundane. Natural disasters…

  • Is the Philippines Safe? Part 1: Crime

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    If you’re considering a move or even a visit, one question keeps coming up: Is the Philippines safe? The honest answer is nuanced. In many categories, crime rates in major Philippine cities are comparable to mid-sized North American cities. Manila can feel less orderly, and therefore less safe, simply because of its density and pace.…

  • Why So Many Security Guards in the Philippines?

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    Visitors and new arrivals are often surprised by the number of security guards in the Philippines. It’s one of the first things people comment on. The immediate question is usually, “Is it really that dangerous here?” That’s an understandable reaction if you’re coming from the United States or Canada, where you might only see guards…