Never Going Back To America" - The Ugly Tourist Explains Why

In this one I sit down with The Ugly Tourist ‪@TheUglyTouristPhilippines‬ (James) for an honest talk about life in Dumaguete City, Philippines — and how it stacks up against Angeles City. We get into why he first moved here, the real dating scene, his favorite spots like Coron and Dumaguete, and the part everyone asks about: what it actually costs to live and travel in the Philippines compared to the US. James has been around this country in a way most expats haven't, so if you're weighing where to settle — the calm family life of Dumaguete or the nightlife of Angeles City — this conversation will save you some hard lessons. We talk budgets, marriage, family, and the stuff nobody tells you before you book the flight. Grab a coffee and settle in. And when you're done, leave a comment down below — let me know which city you'd pick and why. 👉 Check out The Ugly Tourist's channel:    • Married in the Philippines 🇵🇭 | What No On...   🌴 About this channel: Hey guys, I'm Mike. At 72, retiring in the Philippines is the best decision I've ever made. I live here in Dumaguete and share the real experience of growing older abroad — the laughter, the loneliness, and the hard lessons along the way. Whether you're already here, planning the move, or just curious, you'll get the honest version on this channel. 🔔 Subscribe for new videos on retirement, Social Security, cost of living, relationships, and real expat life in the Philippines. #Dumaguete #Philippines #ExpatLife #RetireInThePhilippines ✅ Share your experiences in the comments! Thank you for your support BUY ME A COFFEE https://buymeacoffee.com/mikesphiliX PayPal https://paypal.me/MikesPhilippine Join our channel to get access to perks:    / @mikesphilippineretirement   Privacy Notice 🌟 Thank you for being part of this channel! We sometimes capture video or audio in public spaces here in the Philippines. We always aim to respect everyone’s privacy and do our best to blur or mask faces, especially children and bystanders. If you happen to appear in any of our videos and you'd like us to make changes, please feel free to reach out anytime at mikesphilippineretirement@.gmail.com We’re happy to help! We appreciate your support and understanding as we share stories and experiences from our journey. HEIDI CAJES- C&G CONSULTING VISA AND SRRV / 13A INFO https://cgconsulting.ph/mike HOW TO GET YOUR MAIL BACK HOME CHECK OUT iPostal1 The Complete Digital Mailbox a href="https://ipostal1.com/?ref=3647" target="_blank" AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe FACEBOOK Check out my Facebook page Mikes Philippine Retirement https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... EMAIL MY E MAIL ADDRESS FOR YOUR QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS [email protected] 0:00 - Moving to the Philippines Permanently (Never Going Back!) 0:16 - Interview with James from "The Ugly Tourist" YouTube Channel 0:24 - The Real Reason Expats Move to the Philippines 0:41 - The Truth About Dating in Angeles City 1:06 - Transactional Relationships vs. Settling Down Abroad 1:45 - The Best Travel Destinations for New Expats 2:12 - Honest Impressions of Dumaguete City 2:34 - Angeles City vs. Dumaguete (Metropolitan vs. Sleepy Beach Town) 3:03 - Expat Marriage & Starting a Family in the Philippines 3:48 - Why I'm Not Moving My Filipina Wife to the USA 4:18 - Future Plans: Is It Time to Leave Angeles City? 4:53 - Cost of Living Comparison (Are We "Broke Expats"?) 5:33 - Philippines Inflation vs. US Inflation Reality Check 6:06 - The Latest Expat Remittance & ATM Exchange Rates 6:22 - Banking, Cash, and ATM Problems for Foreigners 7:25 - How Much Does Domestic Travel & Island Hopping Cost? 8:32 - The One Philippine Island Destination I’ll Never Visit Again 9:36 - Palawan Travel Tips: Coron and El Nido Advice 10:32 - Missed Opportunities: Why You Must Visit Siquijor Island 10:43 - Taking a Filipina Wife & Baby to Dauin Beach 11:18 - Is Baguio City Actually Worth Visiting? 11:54 - Exploring Dumaguete Rizal Boulevard & Public Parks 13:10 - Expat Coffee Shop Culture & The Henry Resort Lifestyle 13:45 - Does Dumaguete Have a Red Light District? (Pink Taco Review) 14:49 - Supporting "The Ugly Tourist" Channel 15:11 - Addressing Online Expat Drama & Camera Overload