What does OFW remittances are to the Philippines? After living in the Philippines for many years you soon notice missing sons and husbands or daughters and wives. I am not talking about people being abducted or hidden, but the requirement for people to seek employment abroad and send urgent money back home in the form of remittances. This is not only vital to the survival of the family, but is a huge element of the country's GDP. More than 10 million Filipinos work overseas in a wide range of jobs from seamen to engineers, domestic workers to nurses. Last year, remittances were worth $24.3 billion. That is about a tenth of gross domestic product in itself, and a vital driver of the consumer spending that accounts for two-thirds of the Philippines' economic output. The value of remittances is still growing but last year's growth, of 5.9 percent, was the weakest in five years. Crucially, there are signs of significant change in the employment of Filipinos in the … Read More
Catching The Train In Manila
How to catch a train in Manila? Manila saw its first commuter train service in 1984, the LRT, or Light Rail Transit System. There were other trams and trains running through the city before this, on the Philippines National Railways (PNR) track, but that doesn’t count for several reasons. A lot of the track is hemmed in by squatters that stand … [Read More...]
Worst hotel stay
Sometimes when we booked a hotel we never what to expect unless we get there , even if we read reviews our own views and opinions still the ones we prefer. Not all hotels gets a positive reviews and feedback all the time, some may be all negative. In all the hotels that I've stayed this is the worst place ever, though it is not a really five … [Read More...]
Boracay Island named Asia’s best island
Borocay's Rapid Growth Well it's good to see that Boracay Island was also named as Asia's best Island, topping Bali and Phuket, it's survey from Travel + Leisure and the majority of the foreign tourists favoured Boracay Island with a rapid growth of 41% rise over the previous year excellent news, and poised to keep growing. Located approximately … [Read More...]
Angeles City in the Philippines
Angeles City It is known as the number one. Entertainment City of the Philippines world famous for its bars and blooming nightlife. It is located 80 kilometres north of Manila and can be reached within one hour; it is the former home of the biggest American Base “Clark Air Base” Clark Airbase is a former U.S Air Force Base located 3 … [Read More...]
Excuses of why the Country is Under Performing
Country underperforming 1. We are not successful because we have American bases. (This is no longer true, but for a long time, we used to have American bases and they left in 1991.) Rebuttal: Germany, Turkey, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Italy, and Qatar, all have American bases. They’re all rich and relatively successful countries. For a … [Read More...]
Backpacking in the Philippines
Backpacking Hotels and comfort are what most people think when taking a vacation abroad. To be treated like a King or a Queen adds to the feeling of being pampered and relaxed. However, isn't one hotel mostly just like another? Maybe you are missing out on something too? The vacation can also be a step into an adventure. Take out the idea … [Read More...]
