A Filipina Trans Woman Shares Why She Chose Thailand—and Why Europe Is Her Next Dream

A Filipina Trans Woman Shares Why She Chose Thailand—and Why Europe Is Her Next Dream

Moving to another country is rarely easy.

For Mars, a 28-year-old Filipina from Davao, relocating to Thailand became an opportunity to build a career, experience a different culture, and continue pursuing even bigger dreams.

Today she works as a corporate communications officer for a medical software company, enjoys life in Bangkok, and is quietly building a future that may eventually take her to Europe.

“I don’t see myself as a trans woman or a ladyboy. I see myself as a woman. That’s it.”

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Her story is one of confidence, ambition, and personal growth.

Building a Career in Thailand

Mars didn’t move to Thailand with a detailed plan.

She simply applied for opportunities, accepted an offer, and relocated.

She has now lived in Thailand for more than a year, working as a Corporate Communications Officer for a medical software company.

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She says one reason she enjoys Thailand is the people.

“They’re very welcoming,” she explained, adding that she appreciates how Thai people make an effort to communicate even when English isn’t their first language.

For her, adapting to life in Thailand has been easier than many people expect.

More Than Just Work

Outside the office, Mars has hobbies that surprise many people.

She enjoys yoga, badminton, reading psychology and self-improvement books, traveling, and spending time at shooting ranges.

Her interest in firearms began during childhood when her father introduced her to recreational shooting.

Although she enjoys target shooting as a sport, she said she has no interest in carrying a firearm in daily life.

Instead, she sees it as a way to relax and relieve stress after work.

Dating With High Standards

Mars admits she dates occasionally, but only when she genuinely wants to.

“My time is precious,” she explained.

Rather than rushing into relationships, she carefully looks for qualities like emotional intelligence, accountability, and kindness before considering someone as a serious partner.

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She was previously engaged to a Filipino man.

Although she described him as a good person, she eventually realized the relationship no longer allowed her to grow.

Instead of staying because it was comfortable, she chose to move forward and continue building the life she wanted.

For Mars, personal growth remains one of the most important parts of any relationship.

Dreaming Beyond Thailand

Although she enjoys living in Thailand, Mars doesn’t necessarily see herself staying forever.

One destination stands out above the rest.

Spain.

She explained that the country offers Filipinos a pathway to citizenship after two years of legal residency, making it easier to obtain a European passport and travel internationally.

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She hasn’t decided whether she’ll settle there permanently.

That decision, she says, will depend on whether she enjoys life there and what opportunities arise.

From Vogue Philippines to Future Modeling

Many people would be surprised to learn that Mars has already appeared in Vogue Philippines.

Although modeling began as a hobby rather than a career, she hopes to pursue it more seriously in the future.

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When asked whether she worries about competition, her answer reflected the confidence she carries throughout the interview.

“I don’t see people as competition because there’s only one me.”

Her biggest goal this year is simple:

To continue growing her modeling career wherever opportunities take her.

Living Authentically

Toward the end of the interview, the conversation turned to identity.

Mars explained that labels have never been especially important to her.

Whether someone calls her a transgender woman or a ladyboy doesn’t affect how she sees herself.

She simply lives as the woman she knows herself to be.

That quiet confidence has shaped every part of her journey—from moving abroad to changing careers and pursuing new dreams.

FAQ

What does Mars do in Thailand?

She works as a Corporate Communications Officer for a medical software company.

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Why does she want to move to Spain?

She hopes to eventually obtain Spanish citizenship, which would make international travel easier and open new opportunities.

What is her biggest goal?

Her immediate goal is to continue developing her modeling career after previously being featured in Vogue Philippines.