Well, Duterte is controversial, no doubt about that. Most people seem to like him and respect what he's trying to accomplish. The only people who don't like him are businessmen from Manila. His job is not an easy one, that's for sure.
I'm thinking about leaving Mindanao later this month for somewhere else. Any suggestions? I'm currently looking at:
- Cebu
- Bohol
- El Nido
I could go back to Manila, but... the traffic there is killer and its a bit too much of a madhouse for me. I really enjoy Angeles and Subic but I've been there, done that.
I just want to ask you a question. Are you doing a home based job as of now? what kind of environment are you actually looking for. But since you have stated that traffic is completely making you crazy. Cebu is not a very good option for you because as of the moment if how toxic can the traffic congestion in Manila, you should expect the same thing here in the mainland Cebu.
But if you are going to try considering the better parts of Cebu. You can try checking out Bantayan Island where you can feel a bitch vibe and camotes main island. El nido is also good but I think there is a 3 or 6 months shut down as well for cleaning up their beaches. Lesser traffic as well but I think even you are a foreign, the prices their is somehow closer to Manila prices.
Bohol is good if you love a county vibe and the prices their are pretty good when it comes to a mid class person. Panglao tho, for me is pretty toxic even if the place it self is really good. The prices their are too much for an average Filipino. The locals somehow increases more the prices when they deal with a foreign like you.
Siargao can also be a good place for you. I am not sure about the prices their but this island is pretty good.