Overseas Filipino workers have always been playing the role of Santa Claus, sending money, balikbayan boxes, and other gifts to families in the Philippines. This role is extended beyond what Santa Claus would do because OFWs perform these tasks...
Filipinos like to send balikbayan boxes back home especially on the holidays or before they come to visit. These generally contain a variety of gifts and souvenirs that are given to family and friends upon their return. The boxes...
A balikbayan box is always a joy to see for Filipino families with some members living or working abroad. The box generally contains a variety of purely imported gifts. Filipinos are particularly fond of imported items, knowing these to...
Many Filipinos are looking forward to new opportunities in the Middle East mainly because of the higher salaries offered compared to working in the Philippines. However, before you decide to move abroad, you will need to prepare for the...
OWWA or the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration offers loans to qualified Overseas Filipino Workers by partnering with the Land Bank of the Philippines. Individuals looking to start a business, invest in enterprise opportunities, and cater to other needs can...
For many years, the government of the Philippines has been preaching the growing number of job vacancies. But it's puzzling to realize how this does not translate to real jobs as joblessness and difficulty to find means of livelihood...
Homesickness has always plagued overseas Filipino workers (OFW) throughout the years. And for a good reason, feeling homesick manifests that affinity of the OFW with his or her family.
Internet technologies and improved means of communication helped ease the feelings...
Many Filipinos have decided that migrating to Canada, is a long-term plan, partly because of the opportunities awaiting immigrants and their families.
While there are many immigration consultants around, ready to assist potential immigrants and advising them what to do,...
Overseas Filipino Workers as heroes are already becoming a cliche. We send money back to the Philippines, sustaining the lives of our families while stabilizing the dollar reserve that revived an otherwise lackluster Philippine economy.
But while we acknowledge our...
Offloading is an occurrence at Philippine airports that cause fear and anger among Filipino travelers going abroad.
Offloading is the process of barring a traveler -- tourist, overseas Filipino worker, or a person with held departure order -- from leaving...
