Manila The city that just sprawls on and on into the distance, On first impressions Manila looks disappointing to the new traveller. The traffic and the chaos of the bad planning, has made Manila a very polluted city. But, what can you find if you dig a little deeper into this old city. Allow my list of 10 best things to do in Manila help you discover its trails and turns and unmask its enigmatic yet vibrant identity. 1. Enlist in a walking tour of Intramuros This historic walled city was once the core of the Spanish and American governments during their colonial reign in the Philippines. After getting ruined during World War II, efforts to rehabilitate the area began in the 1950s. … [Read More...]

Coping With the Rainy Season
Rainy Season in the Philippines When you think of a vacation in the Philippines, you normally think of a golden sun, golden beach and plenty of cool drinks to quench the thirst of spending a day on the beach, or a day diving and exploring. Well, for most vacationers that is the Philippines, and … [Read More...]

The Romance Of Jeepney Travel
Not! On those really hot, sticky, humid days the thought of crowding into a public utility … [Read More...]

Pinoy’s Making a Mark in Australia
Many Filipino nationals move to Australia for work and study and sometimes this is overlooked when talking about spouses and wives making a new life … [Read More...]

Great Reasons to Live in the Philippines
THE PEOPLE The hospitality of Filipinos is incomparable to the rest of the world. In my experience, from all the Asians I have met, Filipinos are the most kind and friendly people, extremely welcoming and curious, but also respectful. They always seem happy and smiling, and they love to … [Read More...]

Price Comparisons Australia and Philippines
The Philippines is now to suppose to be one of the Tigers of Asia in relation to how it is doing economically. Although, despite what we hear on TV and in the newspapers we also see with our eyes huge poverty and a minimum wage (when paid) that beggars belief. So, for many Australians coming to … [Read More...]