Flying to KL

Manila Philippines

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October 26th 2011
Someone described Manila “It's not paradise. It's not everyone's cup of tea. Or (good, undiluted) coffee. It's dirty here and there. We arrived in Manila late in the evening and took an Airport taxi to our guesthouse. Pretty sure he pulled a fast one and drove by the guesthouse so he could do another loop and make the meter go higher. He was a very unfriendly guy. We told him we ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Metromanila

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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