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...]
Much More Internet Blues
OK, we know the internet is bad in the Philippines and having used most of them I know the frustration of being on the phone for hours and hours getting nonstop mistruths and engineers who do not show, or do show and tell even more mistruths. The truth is the companies do not care as they have the … [Read More...]
Cost of Living
No matter where you are in the world if you live in the country it tends to be a little cheaper for … [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...]
Last Word for now on Philippines Internet
I had to give one more push on the poor internet here in the Philippines. This letter below from an expat living here shows the frustration and anger felt. Remember, to live here and to maintain work links the internet has to work. It works fantastic in Thailand, Vietnam and even Laos is better. … [Read More...]
Aussie Foods
Here is a look at some of the Australian foods that would have a few Pinoy's scratching their heads and asking what the hell? What exactly is Australian food? While locals dine on fried rice, Thai curries, Mediterranean cuisine and the like, those dishes don't really belong to Australia. … [Read More...]
