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Manila Philippines: Pearl Of The Orient

April 11, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

 Manila Philippines
Manila Philippines

Manila Philippines: Pearl Of The Orient

Manila, Philippines is often called the Pearl of the Orient. Like the Oyster whose shell is difficult to break into, so is Manila. If you want to see the pearls of Manila, you will have to pry and dig. Manila has suffered much hardship and many natural disasters. The people have learned to fight as nature is often cruel. Out of the abundance of huge shantytowns, has come beautiful tall skyscrapers. Manila has a brand new world of air-conditioned Malls and high-tech buildings. The roads are full of traffic going nowhere. But Manila is alive and is one of the world’s megacities.

Tourists willing to put in a little effort will find the creative side of this mega city. Art galleries of every kind and music from around the world keep the pulse of this city bursting with life. It has Art markets, coffee shops, and endless small markets run by the people. Manila has it all and it is rightfully called the Pearl of The Orient. For out of this chaos comes life. Excitement is in the air. Adventure is everywhere! There are night markets,  morning markets, and street markets …..all waiting to be discovered in Manila Philippines.

Manila is located on Manila Bay in the South China Sea. The bay is fed by the beautiful Pasig River. Manila,  being the capital of The Philippines, is a modern mega city made up of six smaller cities and 12 towns. It is both historic and artistic. It is rich and poor. It is modern and archaic. It is Manila!

One extremely popular place is the walled area of Intramuros. Dating back to Spanish Colonial times, it is historic and ancient. It is living history! Here you will find dungeons and rooms to make gunpowder. But Intramuros has another side, it is artistic. Intramuros is loaded with art galleries and museums.  It is filled with quaint little shops, parks, and churches. Sidewalk cafes dot the landscape. The night-life is active and fun…..lasting till the rising of the sun. Intramuros is alive!

Manila Philippines is blessed with some of the most romantic hotels. Many of these are on the beach. Step outside and hit the beach. Now that is romance over the top. Manila has some of the nicest beaches in the Philippines.  They are just waiting to be discovered. They are waiting for you!

Kokoro Ramenya in Fisher Mall in Quezon City is a fancy Ramen Restaurant. It is one of the most popular Japanese Restaurants in Manila. Located on the bay, it has a  relaxing and romantic atmosphere. The restaurant appears spacious with good lighting. Most seem to think that the menu is slightly limited,  but the food is excellent. Ramen and Sashimi seem to be house favorites. Most feel the service to be excellent.

Manila Philippines is not the biggest tourist area in the Philippines. It is however loaded with pearls for those who like to seek out the jewels of an area. Make this the visit where you look for pearls, in Manila Philippines. The hotels are modern and quality abounds. Restaurants are varied from awesome small local cafes to High-quality dinner houses. Whatever you are looking for, surely you will find it in Manila Philippines.

Here is our favorite restaurant in Manila.

 

 

Pearl Of The Orient

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Filed Under: Asia, Food Travel, Philippines, World Travel Tagged With: Intramuros, Kokoro Ramenya in Fisher Mall, manila, Pearl of the Orient, Philippines, Quezon City, Southeast Asia

Jeepney Tour Adventure In The Philippines

March 18, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com 1 Comment

Philippines Jeepney Tour Adventure
All Aboard a Jeepney travel adventure in the Philippines

Jeepney Tours Are Fun In The Philippines

Jeepney tours are the only way to go when touring the city. What better way to see all there is to see? When in Rome, do as the Romans. When in the Philippines, join the locals and grab a Jeepney. Tour the city Philippine style.  Hop on, hop off! This is Manila style. Discover the rich heritage of Manila! As you travel through the city, do you see something you want to take a picture of? No problem, hop off and catch the next Jeepney when it comes along.  This is the only way to see what you want to see in this magnificent city.  Jeepney is sure to become an icon in Manila.  So join in the fun, explore the major attractions of Manila Jeepney style! Hop on, hop off!

So what do you think? Is this a low-class or frumpy tour bus? NOT ON YOUR LIFE! The Jeepney has it all! It is air conditioned for your comfort, as the tropics can be hot for tourists. It has TV to entertain your children when there is nothing they want to see.  They even have the magic of a sing along on-board. What fun this trip is! This is adventure in the Philippines.

Go to London, Barcelona, New York, and India and you will see those awesome Double Decker buses to tour the area in style. Now Manila is adding its name to the famous tour buses in the cities of the world. The Jeepney has just emerged as the bright yellow tour bus of Manila. How awesome it is to see the Jeepney run between Makati and Manila bringing tourists to premier historical and cultural centers.  It stops at major shopping centers and restaurants throughout Makati and Manila. Jeepney is a major link between hotels, hostels, restaurants, and tourist events. If you want to really see Manila and Makati, Jeepney is the way to go. Just hop on, and hop off!

Karaoke is a major love in The Philippines. On the Jeepney, you will sing to your heart’s content with the Wow Magic Sing.  There are no dull moments on the Jeepney. The tour guides are dressed in Philipinina costumes. They offer tid bits of information as you reach different pit stops or places of interest. What fun it is to join in a grass-roots program that is all Filipino.

So what are some of the places you will see on the Jeepney? A few of the more famous stops are the Coconut Palace, Cultural Center of the Philippines, National Museum, Orchaderiam, and Ritzal Park.  Other places of interest you will see are Port Santiago, Manila Cathedral, Ilustrado, and Silahis Arts.  There are many restaurants on the route including the Barbara’s Restaurants. There are stops at the Hotel Intercontinental, Makati  Shangri-La Hotel, Diamond Motel, and Heritage Motel. For those who like to shop, hop off ….hop on at the SM Mall of Asia.

So what are you waiting for? Make this the year you travel The Philippines. Hop on, hop off…….see Makati and Manila in style, Jeepney style! Discover the Historic District of Intramuros in Manila, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the rich district.  Immerse yourself in Filipino culture! Be sure to  savor the Pinoy treats of The Philippines, they are a culinary delight! So grab your passport and pack your bag. The time to visit The Philippines is now!

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Published on [email protected] on March 19, 2017.

 

 

Filed Under: Asia, Food Travel, Philippines, World Travel Tagged With: Coconut Palace, Cultural Center of The Philippines, Diamond Motel, Filipino, Heritage Motel, Historic District of Intramuros in Manila, Hotel Intercontinental, Ilustrado, Jeepney Tours, Makati, Makati Shangri-La Hotel, manila, Manila Cathedral, National Museum, Orchaderiam, Pinoy treats, Port Santiago, Ritzal Park, Silahis Arts, The Philippines

Pasay City Manila Philippines

January 5, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Pasay City, Philippines
Pasay City, Philippines

Pasay City Manila Philippines

Pasay City is one of the urban cities that make up Metro Manila, Philippines.  Manila is the capital of the Philippine Islands.   Pasay  is a city of Art and Culture. Culture is alive in the streets of Pasay! The old is new and vibrate. It is alive in 2015.

Pasay is well-known for its tourist and entertainment attractions. The Manila Film Center and the Coconut Palace are two major attractions. The palace is constructed in the shape of an octagon. The roof is in the traditional shape of a Filipino salakot or hat. It is the home of the current Vice President. What a beautiful house to call home! The palace is extravagant! It is awesome! It is Filipino!

The coconut is celebrated as the ultimate “Tree of Life.” Every part of the coconut is used by the Filipino people. The coconut’s roots, trunk, bark, fruit, flower, and shell are all used in the Philippines. The coconut is indeed a life-giving tree. The old adage: Waste not, want not comes to mind. Certainly the Filipino people make wise use of this resource. Nothing is wasted! The coconut is delicious! It is nourishing! It is useful in building. Houses are made from its trunk. Jewelry is made from the seeds. The coconut is an awesome resource. It is used wisely! What a reason to celebrate!

Another main attraction of the area is Tanghalang Francisco Balagtas. It was formally called the Folk Arts Theater. Like most of the major attractions of the city, you will find this amazing theater on the grounds of the Cultural Center . The World Trade Center Metro Manila is also close by.  There is even Star City, a major theme park, at the Center. Star City is fun for the kids of all ages. A major part of the “tourist belt” of Manila is in Pasay City. There is so much to do and see in Pasay. Discover Pasay today! Adventure is waiting!

Pasay City has several major festivals throughout the year. Many of the festivals reflect their deep religious beliefs as a county.  On the Feast Day of Sta. Clara, childless couples take to the streets! Businessmen and women gather to dance and give thanks. Politicians, and grateful parents walk and dance as music fills the air. They are showing their thankfulness for all the blessings they have received. A major trait of the Philippine people is their joy and thankfulness. Joy is in the air! Come dance and give thanks!

There is so much to see in Pasay, Philippines. Today is the day!  Book your  vacation to Pasay, Philippines. Meet some of the most thankful people on earth. See thankfulness and joy in the streets of Pasay this year. It will be a  relaxing treat!  It’s an exciting adventure! Pack your bag and grab your passport! Today is the day to book that Philippine adventure.

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Filed Under: Asia, Philippines, World Travel Tagged With: "tourist Belt", Coconut Palace, Cultural Center of The Philippines, Filipino salakot, Makati City, manila, Paranaque City, Pasay City, Philippines, Star City, Taguig City, World Trade Center Metro Manila

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