Mark and medium sized crocs

Puerto Princesa

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January 9th 2007
Another early morning flight from Manila (how we love getting up at 4 in the am!) this time from the new airport that mainly lies empty due to some dispute over payment between the government and the building contractors. Only Air Philippines can fly from here. The view as we flew over Honda Bay was stunning, small islands surrounded by white sandy beaches sitting in turquoise water. Our plane ... 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