Interesting little thread.
I knew about the SRRV - compared to what Thailand and Malaysia offer it is frankly quite attractive - long may it continue!
Hadn't thought of the 13A marriage visa. Partner (filipina) and I have been together for nearly ten years now, and I suspect we'll be together until we die, so that is something to consider. Possibly no advantage to that over the SRRV though? We are quite happy not married right now!

My plan is to initially go to Phils for a year full-time to see how things work out. I'm thinking I could get the 59 day tourist visa here, and then renew in country. Does that sound reasonable?
Is it possible to get a tourist visa that allows a one year stay without having to get renewals?