I first visited the Philippines all the way back in 1999, in the age where travelers only had a Lonely Planet book to guide them. Over the month I was there, I found the country to be incredibly exotic, mysterious, chaotic, puzzling, with jaw-dropping beauty and wonderful people in such […]
Language Barriers
Quick facts about the government of the Philippines
The Government of the Philippines, also called Pamahalaan ng Pilipinas in their Filipino national language, was officially formed in 1898. (The official name of the country is “Philippines,” although most people commonly refer to it as “The Philippines.”) The country of 110 million citizens that spans 7,600 islands in Southeast […]
Costa Rica Slang Words
The Central American country of Costa Rica is one that is very near and dear to me. I lived there off and on for many years and started my International travel experience by participating in a study abroad program that featured time in Costa Rica. Although English is widely spoken, […]