calm before the night storm

Farewell Philippinnes

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March 20th 2008
Just to keep you all posted. We have a couple more days in the Philis and then we are off to Christchurch, NZ on a 30 hour journey via Hong Kong and Sydney. What a way to spend Easter Day! I guess we will have to indulge in roast NZ lamb when we get there. The Philippinnes has been a perfect final chapter of our travels in SE Asia. The locals are just so friendly and shocked when we tell them ... 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