Flooded House - Lagaspi

La Nina & Whale Sharks in South Luzon

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March 1st 2008
Hello Again! After the breathtaking, but chilly, experience in the rice terraces of Northern Luzon, we headed south of Manila to South Luzon (Bicol) to spend some time back on the beach in the sun for our last week in the Philippines. Well, the beach was there, but sun was elusive and the rain was enthusiastic! It's supposed to be the end of the rainy season here, but the presence of “La Nina ... read more

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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