The Philippines Is Every Digital Nomad’s Dream Workplace

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The Philippines offer an opportunity to enjoy beautiful beaches, friendly locals, and fascinating natural surroundings. This country welcomes both travelers on a modest budget and those who want a luxurious vacation. What’s more, it is one of the key destinations for digital nomads.

What makes the Philippines so special and why working and traveling is so attractive in this country? Let’s find it out.

 
The Philippines Is a Dream Workplace for Every Digital Nomad’s

Today, digital nomads are freelancers whose lives are not tied to the office, so they can work remotely and move from one place to another. Among the main advantages of nomadic life is freedom of time management and destination choice. The pandemic has made many adjustments to their lifestyle, but this does not stop the nomads. They usually take care of their health using the right medical insurance plans and when choosing a destination, they are free to prefer a country with simpler conditions for travelers. The Philippines can be considered one of such options, and here is why.

 
Why Should Digital Nomads Consider the Philippines?

The Philippines attracts the attention of the digital nomads because there are no crowds of tourists here. The matter is that the Philippines has not yet had such a tourist boom, but there is a high probability that all this will change in a few years. Therefore, now, digital nomads can get a lot of advantages, until the Philippines becomes a gathering point for tourists from all over the world.

The Philippines is happy to welcome everyone, and the local people are very friendly. As for accommodation prices, they can be surprising. Even if you choose the capital, the prices will be so reasonable that you can stay in this country for a long period.

What else is remarkable about this country? The fact is that there are cities and towns for every taste. In this country, you can stay in the center of city life, enjoy a stunning beach or live in solitude to get some inspiration. Which cities should you pay attention to? Below you will find a few cities that can be the perfect place to choose and stay.

 
Manila

It is the capital and the ideal place for all those who do not like calm towns. Here life is actively raging and you can feel all the peculiarities of life in the Philippines. By the way, in comparison with all other cities, the Internet works well here.

 
Dumaguete

This is another interesting town where a digital nomad can stay. A distinctive feature of this city is that there are mainly students here. Therefore, if you are used to the fact that you are surrounded by young people, this is the right place. Moreover, the cost of housing and food is quite affordable here.
Siargao Island

This is a real beach paradise and a great place for those who want to work nearby the azure waters. There is a very lively beach life here, and it is also one of the cities where all fans of extreme sports, such as surfing, gather. Even beginners can surf here as there are a lot of coaches who offer their services at an affordable price.

These are not all cities that can be an excellent choice for a digital nomad, but perhaps these are the most basic ones from which you should start your acquaintance with the Philippines.

 
The Benefits of the Philippines for Digital Nomad

What are the main advantages of the Philippines for digital nomads? Below are the main ones:

● High level of security. The crime rate in this country is low. Therefore, if this point is important to you, then this country can be a great place to feel safe.

● The locals are very friendly, sociable, and helpful.

● The official language is English, which means that you can easily communicate with the locals.

● Everything comes at a low price. The rental price is more than affordable.

● The Philippines has a diverse climate, which means that everyone can find a suitable place for them.

● There are stunning resort areas and amazing beaches.

● This country has a minimal number of tourists, as it is only gaining popularity as a tourist destination. This means that digital nomads are among the first to enjoy all the peculiarities of this country.

● Simple entry conditions and freedom of tourists. It is much easier to get a visa here compared to other countries.

● There is no Asian exotic that affects acclimatization. That is, you will not experience a special climate change, which can often negatively affect productivity.

 
Disadvantages of the Philippines for Digital Nomad

What disadvantages should you be prepared for if you decide to choose this country as your temporary place of residence? Keep the following points in mind.

● The Philippines is an overpopulated country. For example, Manila has a high population density due to migrants from Asia. Life in the capital is booming, and if you are looking for a place for solitude then you should think about other cities in this country.

● Mercantile spirit. Despite the friendliness of the locals, be prepared for the fact that many locals consider newcomers as a source of additional income.

● Slow Internet. Perhaps this is the key drawback for the digital nomad. Therefore, it is worthwhile to be prepared for such complexity in advance and to solve the problem before you arrive in the city of the Philippines.

● The car rental industry is not very developed in this country.

But despite the shortcomings, this country is becoming promising for digital nomads. There is no doubt that the Philippines will soon become one of the centers of freelancers and digital nomads.

 
Things To Consider When Traveling To The Philippines

As noted earlier, the main problem in this country is the Internet connection. In large cities, you may not worry about the Internet, but as soon as you decide to move away from large cities, you may face the problem of poor wi-fi connection or its complete absence. Since your work is impossible without the Internet, this can be a problem. So, it is worth thinking about this in advance and finding a solution to the issue.

 
Wrapping Up

The Philippines is a great place for digital nomads. This country is distinguished by its excellent nature and low prices. Bali is no longer so popular, the Philippines has much more to offer and it is time to check this on your own.

About the author:

Isabelle Jordan is a business and marketing journalist at EKTA TRAVEL insurance company. She writes for different news portals and thematic blogs that help her stay at the heart of the travel and insurance news. Isabelle knows everything and more about travel guard insurance.

PAO-RB kicks off ‘E-ntablado: A Bridgetine Pantry of Art’

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As part of the annual tradition of celebrating Christmas through arts, the St. Bridget College Performing Arts Office – Repertory Brigid (PAO-RB) sparks excitement as they present the “E-ntablado: A Bridgetine Pantry of Art”, a virtual showcase of Bridgetine talents.

Headed by SBC PAO Artistic Director, Mr. Cir Garing, E-ntablado draws inspiration from the idea of “pantry”, a term flourished during the time of pandemic that refers to a storage of food collected from donations. But instead of food, a call for different art form submissions will be put into showcase to offer its audience a Bridgetine Christmas spirit.

“The pandemic brought us challenges on how to embrace and cope up on art with each other. Yet, this program brought us one again. This will showcase that even if we have different visualizations, capabilities, and art careers to pursue, PAO-RB is a one family. E-ntablado is a program presented by PAO-RB which showcases diverse talents, meaning it doesn't stop only in dancing, singing, and acting. It tells stories through art and gives inspiration to love, embrace, and become art,” Paula Gabrielle D. Acosta, Assistant Company Manager of RB expressed.

“E-ntablado: A Bridgetine Pantry of Art” is set to be aired on December 21, 2021, 6:00 pm Philippine Standard Time at SBC Performing Arts Office Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Senate Bill No. 2239 is ‘anti-health, anti-youth’ according to doctors

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Representatives of medical associations like the Philippine Medical Association, Philippine Pediatric Society, and the Philippine College of Physicians warned during an online rally on Tuesday that they will campaign against Senators who will vote Yes to the Vape Bill.

Medical associations and health groups on Tuesday criticized the move of Senators to approve on second reading Senate Bill No. 2239 (SBN 2239) or the Vaporized Nicotine Products Regulation Act, saying that the measure is ‘anti-health, anti-youth, and anti-children’.

 

SBN 2239, or more commonly known as the Vape Bill, is severely flawed and regressive, according to Philippine Medical Association (PMA) President Dr. Benito Atienza. “We are appalled at the hasty pace of Congress and Senate deliberations,” he said during an online rally with doctors and health advocates urging the Senate to junk the measure.

 

The bill, which will now move to third and final reading on Thursday, seeks to lower the minimum age of access to vapes and e-cigarettes from the current 21 years old to 18 years old. It also transfers the power of regulation over said products from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and eases restrictions on the use of flavorings.

 

“Vape and e-cigarette use is a rising epidemic among young people. The passage of the Vape Bill will fuel this epidemic,” Dr. Riz Gonzalez of the Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS) said. “Aside from nicotine addiction, vaping has been shown to predispose our youth to tobacco use, alcohol abuse and use of illicit drugs,” she added.

 

Dr. Maricar Limpin, President of the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP), branded the measure as “a pro-industry regulation masquerading as a health measure”. “We condemn this attempt to undo and weaken existing laws at the height of a pandemic. We have enough health and economic problems and do not need further aggravation,” she said.

 

“We will campaign against these lawmakers and make sure this becomes an election issue,” Dr. Limpin warned, referring to the proponents of the bill. “We will remember those lawmakers who chose to represent industry profit, instead of Filipinos’ health. They do not deserve our vote,” she also said.

 

The groups urged Senators to reverse their vote for the Vape Bill during the third and final reading. A counterpart measure was approved by the House of Representatives early this year.

 

“Passing the Vape Bill is a complete reversal of the life-saving policies the Senate enacted in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, a disease that primarily attacks the lungs,” said public interest law group ImagineLaw Executive Director Atty. Sophia San Luis. “The last two years should have taught us the value of listening to our doctors and prioritizing public health. Will this Senate pass an anti-health measure during the time of COVID-19?” she asked. 

 

“The Vape Bill offers Filipinos’ health on a silver platter to e-cigarette and vape companies’ profit-driven interests. Our Senators should not allow this to happen and vote ‘No’ to the Vape Bill,” San Luis concluded.