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John Mark Exiomo

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Filipino.

Occupation/Location: News writer / freelance photographer – Valenzuela City / Makati.

How did you find about the Philippines?

I’m from the Philippines.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, Ilocos Region, among others.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Among the best beaches in the world (although I haven’t been to other beaches in the world, hehe).

     Food

Needs a little spice, a little bland compared to our Southeast Asian neighbors.

     Culture

Confused.

     People

Friendly , among the friendliest in the world, or so I heard.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Politics, showbiz, traffic, pollution.

What do you like about the Philippines?

The people in the street, halo-halo, beaches.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Mirachael Oliveros Turda

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Filipino.

Occupation/Location: Executive Tax Assistant/ Makati City.

How did you find about the Philippines?

Born in the heart of the metro- QC.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Puerto Prinsesa, Arreceffi Island, Palawan/Cagayan Valley, Cagayan/Vigan, Ilocos Norte/Baguio, Mountain Province/Anvaya Cove, Bataan/Capones Island, Zambales/Subic, Pampanga/San Jose, Bulacan/Tagaytay, Cavite/ San Juan, Laiya, Batangas/Infanta, Quezon/Cavinti, Laguna/Boracay Island, Aklan.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Picturesque.

     Food

Mouth-watering.

     Culture

Distinct Pinoy family values.

     People

Hospitable and always have a smile on their faces.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Corruption.

What do you like about the Philippines?

I like the Filipino people, their happy people, their great sense of humor helps them a lot in facing life’s challenges.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Damayanthi Puspita Siregar

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Indonesian.

Occupation/Location: Business Analyst – jakarta.

How did you find about the Philippines?

I used to study there.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Mostly around Metro Manila, baugio, and Coron.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Once you get out from Metro Manila , it is quite nice and quite orderly.

     Food

Food is good, I love kilawin.

     Culture

Haven’t seen much of it.

     People

Quite nice and helpful. But better if they don’t know that you are a foreigner.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Quite dirty, traffic, ridiculous noon time show ( hee hee, just my opinion), pollution, garbage – the typical asian countries problem.

What do you like about the Philippines?

The food, the people and the beautiful places it can offer.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Erick I. Dantoc

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Filipino.

Occupation/Location: I work as a Purchaser and I live in Manila.

How did you find about the Philippines?

I was born here.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Ilocos, La Union, Mountain Province, Nueva Ecija & Vizcaya, Ifugao, Pangasinan, Zambales, Pampanga, Tarlac, Bataan, Bulacan, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Quezon, Aurora, Mindoro, Iloilo, Guimaras, Negros Occidental, North Cotabato and Davao.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Beautiful coastlines, mountains and forests that are rich in flora and fauna.

     Food

There is a specialty of food in every region.

     Culture

Colorful and diverse .

     People

Filipinos are generally hospitable and friendly.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Corruption.

What do you like about the Philippines?

Places, Food, Culture & People.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Sylvie Galais

Sylvie Galais

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: French

Occupation/Location: Teacher and Photographer, on the road/travelling

How did you find about the Philippines?

My friends came for holidays or work experience and shared their experience with me.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Manila, Siquijor, Bacolod, Sipalay.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Beautiful! So many beautiful places that it is difficult to chose where to go (a 3 weeks visa is definitely too short).

     Food

I am vegetarian, and Philippines is all about meat. So I have to say it was little bit difficult. But there was this vegetarian dish (sipakbet??? : MANY vegetabes cooked in coconut gravy) that I cold have eaten at every meal… if I could have found it everywhere…

     Culture

A fiesta culture!!!

     People

Just amazingly friendly, smiling, welcoming, helping.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Food and sexual tourism.

What do you like about the Philippines?

People.

Barry Jay Ruth

Barry Jay Ruth

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: American

Occupation/Location: Retired in Cainta, Rizal Philippines.

How did you find about the Philippines?

Through an online contact, and over twelve trips before relocating here.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Metro Manila, Intramuros, Cebu City, Boracay Island, Olongapo City, Davao City and Bulacan Province.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Metro Manila is a very metropolitan city, but needs to be cleaned. Good historic places. Provincial cities and rural areas are beautiful. The smaller islands have world class natural wonders.

     Food

Availability of various foods go from low cost local varieties to world class eateries in the major cities. The Philippines are food lovers Paradise.

     Culture

Reflects the Spanish, Chinese, Malay, and American influiences.

     People

Filipinos are warm and generous. They are eager to learn about other countries, and what foreigners think about the Philippines.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

I dislike the disorganization of Metro Manila. Money needs to be invested in proper housing for the Filipinos. The air polution needs to be addressed, and the major cities of the country cleaned.

What do you like about the Philippines?

warm, generous, and friendly people. The low cost of living. The laid back attitude.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Rick Levy

Rick Levy

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: American

Occupation/Location: Retired

How did you find about the Philippines?

Spouse is a Filipina.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Gumaca, Quezon.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Enjoy Eastwood City where we reside.

     Food

Love it.

     Culture

Interesting due to the mixed heritage (Malay, Spanish, Chinese).

     People

Friendly.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Dependency and Lack of discipline.

What do you like about the Philippines?

Relatively low cost of living.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Ronald Abella

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation/Location: Real Estate Officer.

How did you find about the Philippines?

Born and raised here.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Luzon Vizayas and Mindanao.

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Need to protect the beautiful places.

     Food

I love it.

     Culture

Diverse.

     People

Wonderful and warm.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Politics.

What do you like about the Philippines?

Nature.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

Kwan Fah Mun

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Malaysian

Occupation/Location: SAP Consultant (MM), Tawau Sabah.

How do you find the Philippines?

Fascinating.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Metro Manila, Taal Volcano, Waterfall that the boat need to go upstream (Pagsanjan Falls).

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

Unique.

     Food

Simply delicious especial on grill foods.

     People

Friendly, warm & polite.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

Airport Custom who taxes me on my camera gears for Malaysia Ringgit RM850.

What do you like about the Philippines?

Places and foods.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

David Lazar

December 10, 2020Add comment

Nationality: Australian

Occupation/Location: Musician and photographer, Brisbane.

How did you find about the Philippines?

Photos on the internet.

What Philippine locations have you visited?

Manilla, Legazpi, Donsol, Boracay, Banaue, Sagada .

What are your opinions on the following things about the Philippines?

     Places

With such beautiful and diverse landscapes, Philippines is an under-traveled destination in my opinion. The rice terraces in the north are breathtaking, the islands are idyllic with so many to explore, and there are volcanoes and mountains throughout the country.

     Food

With some great dishes like chicken adobo, the majority seemed to have a high pork and fat content. A great selection of tropical and seasonal fruit which was always fresh, and a great selections of drinks available. Cheap alcohol (cheaper than water sometimes!) was a surprise.

     Culture

A unique culture of SE Asian characteristics blended with American influences. A sense of tradition and pride was always evident.

     People

Friendly, outgoing and open, the people are genuine and honest. Nothing is covered up and the people passionately speak their mind. I also noticed a strong sense of family and community. The happiness in the people was infectious – evident in kids and adults alike, who are always content with life. A great characteristic to see in people.

What do you dislike about the Philippines?

The high pork content in the food. The bad traffic in Manilla caused by slow Jeepney drivers!

What do you like about the Philippines?

The people, the landscapes.

Your favorite place/s in the Philippines.

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