Hanging Around

Diving With Bing Bong

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October 9th 2007
The first thing we noticed about Manila was the guns. Outside the airport a security man guarded a cabinet where everyone had to leave their guns before entering the airport. Police and security men all carry guns. The next thing we noticed was the God mobile, a long, silver jeep with benches facing each other in the back and purple disco lights flashing and the words, God is Good, emblazoned acro ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Boracay

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more