Although a large percentage of Filipinos can understand English, it is best to know some Filipino (the national dialect of the Philippines) terms. Here are common phrases that can be useful during your trip to the Philippines. Magandang araw – This is the usual “hello” but can also mean “Good Morning or Good Afternoon”. Sarap … Read more
The Philippines is a country made up of islands offering metro cities as well as islands that do not have any electricity. If you want an adventure trip or a vacation where you can do outdoor activities like hiking then the Philippines is the one to place in your destination list. What to pack for … Read more
Music of Popular Sentiments: The Sanctity of the Home This is the music of lowland Christian Filipinos living in town centers or poblacions. The beginning of what we may consider Western type of music in the Philippines began in lowland Christian town centers, probably around the late 18th century. Instead of being extemporaneous and oral, … Read more
Philippine music is rich beyond compare. Most Filipinos, however, do not know this wealth, victims as they are of a broadcast media that propagate Western, particularly American entertainment music, day in and day out. If ever music written by Filipinos is given a chance to be heard, it is ninety percent of the cheap pop … Read more