I lived in Cebu PI for 9 years before coming to Thailand to live in 2004. I thought living in Philippines to be great. I had no problems and I traveled all over the country. I think Thailand is so much more modern then Philippines and not much more expensive, making Thailand a better place to retire. I liked a lot of Philippines food, especially adobo and lechon manok. Many other dishes too. I like Thai food just as much but neither is my favorite. Mexican food is perfect as is food from my hometown, New Orleans. I moved from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima Korat in 2006, got married to a Thai lady, and built a home on the family farm. I love it and will live here until the end.