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With a reputation for being chaotic and corrupt, the Philippines has something of an image problem. But most who make the journey to the 7000-odd islands that comprise the Philippines are pleasantly surprised by their beauty and by the friendliness of the people.
Most of the Philippines is laidback, stable and relatively safe. The locals are an exceptionally helpful bunch and there are fantastic reefs and fish. On top of this, transport is cheap, the food is good, accommodation is plentiful and (for the monolinguistic) English is widely spoken.
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Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Photo Gallery
Linda's house and our home for two weeks before the river ran dry.
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Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [16]
To cut a very long, tediously mundane story short- we’re leaving Panagsama tomorrow; for good this time. The flat turns out to be a complete disaster zone; teamed with a growing resentment for the place, we‘ve finally decided to call it a day here. ... Read more >
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [12]
Well, we now seem to be with water once more at Tongo Point. Regardless of this new development we still feel the need to call it a day there. So, we make our way on foot to Panagsama for a last ditch attempt at finding a suitable abode. Plus, we want ... Read more >
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [11]
Since we’ve been here our heads have been so taken with the underwater world of the reef, that we’ve not yet bothered to turn them to the sky. Well, last night was the exception… After a few San Miguel’s and listening to Stef’s infamous playlist, ... Read more >
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [10]
Ok, so we’re getting a little cheesed off with Tongo Point…halfway into our first week we’ve been told that the water from the mountains has stopped due to a faulty pump. Therefore we must buy our water from the town. Ok, we say, that’s fine as long ... Read more >
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [23] | Comments [1]
So, we’ve been getting a bit of cabin fever out here, tucked away at Tongo Point. We decide to go to Moal Boal on the pretext of securing a good cheese supply. It’s daylight when we leave to make the winding dirt track up to the main road leading ... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [27]
For ages I’ve been trying to get Stef on a moped/motor bike as it’s no doubt a great way to explore a place independently. Unfortunately, Stef has no desire whatsoever in entertaining this idea; even though I’ve offered to chauffeur him around personally.... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [25]
It’s baking hot as we make our way with Neil and Di to Rose’s pad. We’re very optimistic about this place and don’t even notice the sweat running off our backs as we trundle over some rock-strewn track flanked by pig sty’s, chicken coups and ramshackle ... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [26]
After seeing a few more places in Panagsama, we soon realize that Linda’s place, although isolated is probably our best option. We head out to Roxy’s bar, home to our Aussie friends ex land-lady, Rose. They’ve promised her a visit and we want to ... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [24]
Stef and I are actually quite silly and often a bit panicky when it comes to low tide but we decide to go anyway, besides we’re with Neil, our Aussie friend who’s been diving and snorkeling for yonks. He’s told us loads about the local reef; what to ... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By bear | Views [30] | Comments [1]
So, we’ve decided to rent a house by the sea at Tongo Point. It’s not exactly what we had in mind as we’re sharing with the owner (Linda), her boyfriend (Alfon), maid (Manna or Flora or Grandma) and two dogs (Duppy and Chocolate). It’s also a bit ... Read more >
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 | By missy_carrie_gee | Photo Gallery
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Wed, 11 Nov 2009 | By missy_carrie_gee | Views [43]
When we arrived, the plan was to wait for a friend I met in Honolulu to pick us up at the airport, so when we went to kill time, we found this gala reception for a beauty pageant (Miss Earth 2009)- IN the airport!!! We were peeping into the area, and ... Read more >
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Thu, 17 Sep 2009 | By worldfestivals | Views [126] | Video
Location: Bacolod, Negros Occidental , Philippines Dates: Weekend nearest 19 October Level of Participation: 3 – smile with the masked masses Description: MassKara’s name is a fusion of ... Read more >
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Sat, 5 Sep 2009 | By jeffbrad | Photo Gallery
Tour of the northern provinces
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