Baguio City is a popular destination for foreigners and expats alike. Foreign tourists flock to this quaint city to enjoy its beautiful scenery and cool weather to breathe in some fresh air. But why do they choose to stay permanently in the Summer Capital of the Philippines? Here are some reasons why foreigners choose to stay in Baguio and why they fall in love with the City.
Why Foreigners choose to Stay in Baguio Permanently
Low Cost of Living
Baguio has a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities around the country because of its location. Compared to Metro Manila and other cities like Cebu and Davao, living in Baguio is much cheaper. From food and transportation to rental properties to city services, foreigners and expats enjoy the low-cost lifestyle while enjoying the wonders of the City.
Healthy, Delicious Food
Another reason why foreigners choose to stay in Baguio permanently after their first visit is because of the variety of food from all over the world. They will find anything from Filipino to Japanese food, and even Thai!
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Friendly Locals
Locals in Baguio are very accommodating, helpful, and hospitable towards foreigners who wish to settle down here permanently. They can help them get settled into the community and they don’t have to worry about language barriers when living here because, in the city, everyone speaks English.
Affordable Education for Foreign Students
One of the main reasons why foreigners choose Baguio City as their home is because of its affordable education. In Baguio City, foreigners get a college degree for less than half of what it would cost them in their home country. There are many universities in the area that offer world-class courses at an affordable price.
Good Healthcare
The healthcare system in Baguio City is also well-regarded by locals and expats alike. It’s affordable and clean and it has modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment run by a highly trained staff.
My husband, who is an Australian would love to settle permanently with our two boys very soon in Baguio. Getting tired with our life in a city where money never seem to be enough even on just for food. Surely, we can have cheaper healthy grown vegetables up there. We’ve been staying for long in a hot place and we are now longing to stay in a cooler place. Besides, we have all the relatives up there and it will always be nice to be near our loved ones especially that me and my husband are in our golden years.