"Kumusta po Kayo" I spent a few years living in Davao City and I despite my non – American twang I was able to communicate. Well almost. It is surprising that spoken English in the Philippines always seems to be with the American twang. Despite saying the words very clearly, it is not … [Read More...]
Polillo Island in the Philippines
Exploring Polillo Island A few years ago I had a good friend who had just graduated as a qualified nurse in Manila after 4 years of work and study. He and his family originally come from Polillo island. His name is Harold. So it was really nice to be invited on a trip with him back to … [Read More...]
Normal workers in the Philippines
Sometimes it can be so frustrating when using supermarkets, department stores or scores of other places that have the customer service requirement. In many cases there is no customer service. It seems amazing to meet people who are working in a place that do not know answers to basic … [Read More...]
Buses and Safety in the Philippines
I am a frequent bus traveller in the Philippines and have traveled throughout Mindanao and Luzon on buses. I have had buses break down or just stop for hours for no reason. I have had buses over heat so bad that the water and oil leaks onto the floor and I have had buses so overcrowded … [Read More...]
House of Hancock Part 2 Full Episode
Everyone is waiting for the second episode of the film House of Hancock Part 2. To those who missed the Part 1 Click here . To watch part 2 Click the video below A couple of days earlier before the second part was aired Gina Rinehart indicated to sue Channel 9 over the film House of … [Read More...]
Playing the Courtship Game
For the many single Australian visitors coming to the Philippines, he will be struck dumb by the beautiful Filipina girls that will surround him. Assuming he is wanting love and not just fun, what does he have to do to make the Filipina fall for him. How to Court a Traditional … [Read More...]
G’day Mate
Most Filipinos can just cope with listening to someone speak English as long as it is a clear American accent. Put in a Brit, European or an Aussie accent like G'Day mate and you can see the eyes grow wide and the look of concern as none of the words are being understood. The Filipinos … [Read More...]
Chicken Adobo Recipe
Quick and easy chicken adobo recipe! Ingredients: 1 kilogram chicken cuts 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 12 cloves crushed garlic 1 whole diced red onion 3 tbsp. vinegar 1/2 tsp cracked black peppercorns 3 pcs bay leaves 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup water 2 pinch of sugar Optional: Boiled … [Read More...]
Children on the Street
It is hard to see children of any age sleeping rough every night on the streets, or mothers with the sense of hopelessness, holding out their hands to thousands of passers-by who just don’t give her … [Read More...]
Neigbourhood Feud Philippines
Neighbourhood feud Philippines is very common in a society of the country. Love your neighbour, that's what they saySome houses in the Philippines are just a couple of meters apart from each other. … [Read More...]
Travelling to Australia
Migration and Visas All travellers, except New Zealand citizens, must obtain a visa or travel authority before travelling to Australia. Tourism Plan your trip with australia.com, the official Tourism Australia website, offering a wide range of travel information and planning tools
