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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]
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] Blog: Messing About On the River
Date: January 16th 2009
16.01.09 - Once in Manila we'd planned to head to Donsol, but the flights were too expensive so we headed to Puerto Princesa (using the rather wonderful Cebu Pacific, without whom it would have been a nightmare getting around the Philippines). We checked into the House of Rose, as the fan dorm was far cheaper than anything else we could find in PP. The first day we spent walking around the city ... read more
Date: January 16th 2009
16.01.09 - Once in Manila we'd planned to head to Donsol, but the flights were too expensive so we headed to Puerto Princesa (using the rather wonderful Cebu Pacific, without whom it would have been a nightmare getting around the Philippines). We checked into the House of Rose, as the fan dorm was far cheaper than anything else we could find in PP. The first day we spent walking around the city ... read more
