Four day new owner of a '99,
...born in Manila, moved stateside in '78, married 18 years and raising three fine boys - 17, 13 and 8 in west Chicago burb with Canadian wife. Went back in 2001 and 2003 and astounded by changes in the cities of Manila, Quezon, Makati, etc. Too congested and polluted however retail scene is closer to States w/ Starbucks, Gap, etc. Funny how much things have changed in cities but time stood still for outlying rural areas. And don't get me started on the cell phones and text messaging!
But enjoyed both visits and planning on doing this every other year. You can't beat the hospitality, buying power of the dollar and the sumptious food!
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