Life in the PI
You're absolutely right. Going to any country with your eyes wide open, makes the transition much easier. Since I've spent 20 years of my life doing contract flying, I've seen just about everything. It's not for everyone and if a guy decides to give it a shot, it's best to make like a local and not try to change a culture. I believe that Cebu Pacific is trying to make changes as they learn about the expats, but it take time. What is regarded as the norm in a certain country, is considered horrific in some places. My last company used to work us for 18-22 hours duty( sometimes up to 30 hrs with DH ). That was legal and considered the norm. I considered it horrific. Lot's of jobs out there right now, pick and choose wisely.