Currently looking to DN for the first time, and have the opportunity to do so coming up in January. I have about 3500 USD per month available, but will have to work European hours (which will be around 6-12 in the evening in these countries).
I'm planning to stay at least a month, but have a hard time picking a country.
The Philippines, Taiwan and Indonesia are all high up on my list. Ive previously really enjoyed my time in Thailand, Korea, China and Japan, just travelling, and want to go for something different now.
Internet speed for video calling is likely the most important, weather, safety, cheapness and things to do and see come second.
Do you guys have any recommendations or which of these to pick, if it were up to you?
I'm open to Asian countries that I haven't mentioned yet too.
Avoid the Philippines. AWFUL food and generally isn't developed enough for a long term stays. I'd only advise it for a couple weeks to visit the amazing islands.
100% this
It’s not a place to stay long term, expensive accommodations that are poor quality. Poor infrastructure and even groceries are unaffordable. Out of those I would pick Indonesia or Taiwan.
I liked Manila and even though there's a lot of poverty, fancy places and fun aren't missing. Visa for long term is one of the easiest.
You can get a nice condo outside BGC even for $300 a month.
Plus, they are very influenced by european culture due to previous spanish colonization and I find it amazing.