Gift ideas

[Kevo 69]

I think I'll go with tshirts, hats, and halloween candy on clearance now (Hershey's ). Thanks all for the suggestions.

I can't wait to see the Philippines, meet her family, and see her again. It's only been 3 months but seems like forever!

[hawkeyez 45]

Zippo lighters, Case knives. MADE IN AMERICA.

[Nodozz 15]

Hershey's cheap?? When I think of American chocolate I think of Hershey's. If I send or bring chocolate it will be Hershey's and Hershey's only. Hershey's is delicious.

Now excuse me while I check to see how my Hershey's stock is doing. Seriously though, Hershey's only for chocolate.

SPOT ON!! Hersey's to the grave!

[GaryKO 49]

Hershey's cheap?? When I think of American chocolate I think of Hershey's. If I send or bring chocolate it will be Hershey's and Hershey's only. Hershey's is delicious.

Now excuse me while I check to see how my Hershey's stock is doing. Seriously though, Hershey's only for chocolate.

He He, I love Hershey chocolate also, and it is fine to give to the kids. But if your going to give chocolate as gift to a adult family member and remember it not just Nanay and Tatay, it is all the Aunts, Uncles, and Grandparents and anyone you visit while there. Don't want to insult anyone by not bringing a gift. When you arrive in Manila go to the duty free store and buy some Toblerone chocolate bars for the adults. You can get all the Hershey chocolate at any Robinsons grocery you want so no need to pack chocolate in your luggage. While Hershey chocolate is considered cheap in the Phills, it not so much, you buy any chocolate lately, he he.

[Kevo 69]

Yeah, they're going to be disappointed if they're expecting an American to bring them Swiss chocolate. Frankly, if Hersey's makes them think I'm cheap I really don't care. My goal isn't to make them think I'm rich. Actually, one of my concerns going in is her relatives trying to mooch off of me, so being labeled cheap may not be a bad thing, haha.

[neodragon0l 6]

Five for $10 t-shirts seem to be a hit in my case. Chocolates are also nice for the kids. Take advantage of the after-Halloween candy sale . Remember, the moment you brought them something is already considered thoughtful. Your girl will love you even more for that.

[Pangga&Shine 7]

Now that we have established Herseys is a GREAT chocolate and not cheap in my book either do not look past the keyword MINI's. I like the Mixed Variety Bags, they are individually wrapped so no other fingers been on them while trying to break those large Bars into smaller sizes. Secondy what do kids do when you split something? They look to see which one is bigger! This way, no fingers and all same sizes . Also the MINI-Peanutbutter-&-Chocolates (Reeses) are VERY POPULAR with the Adults Too and ME!!! LOL . I froze 5 Bags of Mini's then wrapped in news-paper, 30 Hours later they were PERFECT condition to eat.

PS: Do NOT forget the UNO Card game, found at WALMART $4.00. Stay with Original UNO for now

Mr Pangga

GOD Bless

Edited November 1, 2012 by Pangga&Shine

[piglett 16]

i think i'll jump in & give my 2 cents worth

when i went to the the province for the 1st time to meet my wifes family

i got dad a 1/2 gallon of JD (i also wraped it up in bubble wrap TWICE & then built a plywood box for it to go into)

even if the man doesn't drink (most do) he will put it up on a shelf so everyone who enters the house can see it

having a huge bottle of american whiskey over there is a really big deal!!!

for mom i stopped in the local town while on the way to the family house & got her a 50 kilo sack of rice (about 115 lbs)

please understand that MANY people in the Philippines skip meals often (welcome to the 3rd world)

by taking the time to buy them a whole sack of rice you are showing them that you care (you will make big points rite from the start)

i think i got the brothers & sisters cheep body wash & stuff like that from walmart

oh i think i also layed out $14.99 for a fixed blade knife for dad on that trip

i played hell finding a knife that was made in the U.S. at the store

most were made in China which they can just buy there

good luck

piglett

[neodragon0l 6]

i think i'll jump in & give my 2 cents worth

when i went to the the province for the 1st time to meet my wifes family

i got dad a 1/2 gallon of JD (i also wraped it up in bubble wrap TWICE & then built a plywood box for it to go into)

even if the man doesn't drink (most do) he will put it up on a shelf so everyone who enters the house can see it

having a huge bottle of american whiskey over there is a really big deal!!!

for mom i stopped in the local town while on the way to the family house & got her a 50 kilo sack of rice (about 115 lbs)

please understand that MANY people in the Philippines skip meals often (welcome to the 3rd world)

by taking the time to buy them a whole sack of rice you are showing them that you care (you will make big points rite from the start)

i think i got the brothers & sisters cheep body wash & stuff like that from walmart

oh i think i also layed out $14.99 for a fixed blade knife for dad on that trip

i played hell finding a knife that was made in the U.S. at the store

most were made in China which they can just buy there

good luck

piglett

If it is a knife, just buy it on ebay or amazon. at least in my case, the preference was swiss army knife for $14.99. It turns out to be really handy during blackouts.

[Kevo 69]

Ok, got 8 t-shirts and 3 hats...all with an American theme. One of the hats has a rebel flag, I'll get a kick out of seeing them wear that.

Got about 5 mini assorted Hershey candy bags.

Pangga, you sold me on the UNO cards. I'll let you know how that goes.

And Piglett, I'm gonna get a fifth of whisky tomorrow. Probably Jim Beam because I can't stand JD and I know my fiance doesn't like it also. Even though I'm sure JD is probably recognized more.

[actob99 156]

I bring a ####### load of blowpops and popcorn and it's a hit with everyone. Bring your hershy's chocolates, no one is going to call you cheap. Would hate to be related to the family that does!!!

[Josteve 2]

Hi Kevo,i knew that place whre ur fiancee lives and i tell you lotions and perfumes is not wise to give as most of them don't use much of it coz they have traditional shampoos..it's a lot better if u ask your fiancee about it of which is most suitable items u could bring..my fiancee did thesame thing to me we talked about it and i told him what my family likes so it wont be a waste..anyhow anything u could bring will be highly appreciated though and your gestures count.. IM 100% ull njoy your visit and it's worth it..LOTS of places there to visit and all NATURE..Have a safe trip..

[GaryKO 49]

Ok, got 8 t-shirts and 3 hats...all with an American theme. One of the hats has a rebel flag, I'll get a kick out of seeing them wear that.

Got about 5 mini assorted Hershey candy bags.

Pangga, you sold me on the UNO cards. I'll let you know how that goes.

And Piglett, I'm gonna get a fifth of whisky tomorrow. Probably Jim Beam because I can't stand JD and I know my fiance doesn't like it also. Even though I'm sure JD is probably recognized more.

You know you can buy JB at the duty free store at Terminal 1, about $76 for 3 liters.

[GaryKO 49]

I bring a ####### load of blowpops and popcorn and it's a hit with everyone.

Yeah I can see all the smiling faces now!

[Artisan 138]

When I visited in February I brought a bag of small assorted individually wrapped Hershey's chocolates for the nephew and younger cousins. For my wife, her sisters, and her co-workers I brought Ghirardelli chocolate bars of various flavors (American made premium Swiss chocolate). I brought a box of assorted chocolates for the household help. I brought Polo shirts for her brother and Papa. For Mama I brought apple butter and maple syrup. I plan on bringing the same this time around when I go in December, plus extras for Christmas presents.