In recent years, many Western men are looking for a wife in places far from their home. Some even travel very far - to the Philipines. But what is it that make these men travel to the end of the world to meet a Filipina bride for marriage? The traditional view of Asian women by many western men (and women) is one of a subservient, sex crazed kitten, ready to take care of ALL her husband's needs. While some of this is actually true, it's still a cliche.

Instead, Filipina women and Western men are a good match for several other reasons. Did you know that in the Philipines, it's the women who are most likely to get an education and a job? The men on the other hand are often seen by Filipinas as being lazy and unfaithful. Western men in comparison have a reputation among hardworking Filipina women as being devoted husbands and fathers, thus a Filipina bride may want a Western man to raise a family with instead of a local man.

There is of course also an economic factor. The Philipines is a poor country, though not third world. Many Filipina women dream of a better future of less struggle and they are willing to work for it. Filipina overseas workers bring home almost a third of the Philipines gross domestic product. That says something about the character of the Filipinos. Wanting a better life is not the same as wanting money for nothing - A Filipina bride is a devoted homemaker and caretaker of a family. It's always a happy and pleasant home.

Men who want to find a Filipina bride should remember to treat her with the same respect they would a Western wife.