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...]
Yummy Chocolate Hills
Chocolate Hills Nope, this is not a great big chocolate pudding to enjoy in a four-star hotel in Makati. The Chocolate Hills are a natural group of hills that look like huge chocolate puddings in Bohol. There have been many articles about the place and the only way to really know about this … [Read More...]
Bad Air in Manila
Bad Air Bad Air Traffic traffic traffic. If you have arranged to meet or do anything in Manila. It has a set time to happen- GOOD LUCK. The traffic … [Read More...]
The Filipina
Filipina The traditional dalagang Pilipina (Filipina maiden) is shy and secretive about her real feelings. For a suitor and denies it even though she is in love with the man. Tuksuhan lang (just teasing) is the usual term associated with pairing off potential couples in Filipino … [Read More...]
Are you Joking?
Joke Understanding the joking humor of another culture is very important. After all, if you want to mix and live long term in the Philipines, understanding a joke and not being offended is vital a nice peaceful existence. Test yourself here at some of these Pinoy jokes. Filipinos have a … [Read More...]
Coming to the Philippines Over Christmas
The Christmas holidays means a chance for the Australian man to try and take a rest- even a vacation. Maybe, even a trip to the Philippines over Christmas. What about the safety issues in the Philippines? There is some risk to your security elsewhere in the Philippines, including in Manila, due to … [Read More...]
