Tag Archives: Philippines

Tipping

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Ace Jackson

I know tipping is SOP in the Philippines. What I don’t get is why we’re still expected to leave a tip even at restaurants that already incorporates service charge in the bill…..Sometimes, service isn’t even good anyway…..

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Taxi Flag Down Rate

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Ace Jackson

Starting tomorrow, the flag down rate will be rolled back to Php30.00 for ordinary taxis, and Php60.00 for airport taxis! However, the rollback is only provisional, so the existing rates of Php40.00 and Php70.00, respectively, would still be reflected on … Continue reading →

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Full Moon and Fishes

Posted on March 7, 2015 by Ace Jackson

Not much fresh fish today because it was a full moon last night! Well, at least that’s what I’ve been told by the vendors at the market. Interesting, eh?

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Papal Visit 2015

Posted on January 25, 2015 by Ace Jackson

The Philippines sure loves Pope Francis! During his visit last January 15 – 19, the 15th, 16th and 19th were even declared special non-working holidays in the capital! Friends went out of their way just to get a glimpse of … Continue reading →

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Wall Mural

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Ace Jackson

Love this wall mural at a busy intersection in the city! Never fails to cheer me up whenever I’m stuck in traffic. 😀

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