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Tsinelas!
These things are pleasant to wear, affordable, light-weight, functional, comfortable, convenient and available in almost every shopping mall, local stores and sold by many street vendors. They can be easily slipped on to the foot, worn every day for all sorts of occasions and gives no hassle with tying shoe laces.
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Published on 04/03/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, Society
Tags: Tsinelas
Ukay-Ukay
Ukay-Ukay, it is the Filipino adaptation of a "flea market" and one of those typical features from the Philippines. It began more than thirty years ago and in a short period of time became the best bargain sensation in the country, from rags to riches, a shoe-string enterprise, born out of necessity and grown into a lucrative fashion industry.
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Published on 04/03/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, Society
Skydiving in Vigan: I Did It & Here's How You Can Do It Too
I have been in the Philippines for almost one and a half months as an expat and like most of the other expats here, I work, eat, sleep in Metro Manila – one of the busiest cities in the world. Like anyone else who lives and works in Metro Manila, all I want for the weekend is a place that allows me to escape the hassle traffic and polluted air in the mega city. Besides that, I have a craving for new things.
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Published on 04/03/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Leisure, Lifestyle
Tags: Vigan, adventure
The White Skin Fascination Amongst Filipinos
Different whitening products displayed at a local grocery store. Quezon City – Many Asian countries have been obsessed with white skin as such is considered to be synonymous to beauty and prosperity. In the Philippines, many Filipinos would spare a hefty chunk of their wages to splurge on whitening products, such as lotions, soaps, creams, or even oral capsules. Four out of ten women in the Philippines use skin whitening brands, along with other Asian countries like South Korea, Malaysia, ...
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Published on 25/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, Society
How Manila Became the Selfie Capital of the World
Super-social Filipinos set a new record a few years back, beating other beauty- and celebrity-obsessed cities around the world to claim the title of “Selfie Capital of the World” from TIME Magazine. Anyone who knows the Filipinos knows the win didn’t quite come out of the blue. Here’s the story behind the Philippines’ selfie love.
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Published on 06/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Documentary, Lifestyle
Tags: Manila, capital
15 Crazy Colourful Jeepney Designs in the Philippines
Known as the country’s ‘King of the Road’, the Philippine jeepney is a cultural icon. Initially a product of up-cycling World War II vehicles after the war had ended, many of these public transport vehicles today – vibrantly painted and lavishly embellished by their owners – are unique mobile works of art.
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Published on 05/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Documentary, Lifestyle
Tags: Jeepney
The Best Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in the Philippines
The Philippines has one of the longest holiday seasons in the world, which starts in the month of September and ends during the 1st week of January, shortly after the Feast of the Three Kings. When it comes to welcoming the New Year, it’s not limited to traditional celebrations. Check out the best ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Philippines.
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Published on 05/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, Society
Tags: New Year, holiday
The 10 Best Books in Modern Philippine Literature
Most traditional Filipino books either tell stories about nationalism, real-life experiences, or make use of legends and fables to showcase Filipino traits and values. Modern Filipino books aren’t far from promoting such cultural values, as these books continue to make use of symbols and allegories to depict the daily struggles of Filipinos in dealing with family, friends, romantic partners, and society.
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Published on 04/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Arts, Lifestyle
Tags: Books, Literature, Modern
Real Life Fairytale: A Girl's 18Th Birthday in the Philippines
In many cultures, a girl’s “big day” is recognized as her wedding day. There’s a big dress and flowers, and speeches and tears. It is planned for months and she is made to feel like a princess. But in the Philippines, many girls don’t have to wait that long. Eighteenth birthdays are a grand celebration, called ‘the debut’.
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Published on 04/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, People, Stories
Tags: Fairytale, celebration
11 Habits You Pick Up Living in the Philippines
“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” This is the advice to foreigners when visiting a new place. It’s best to know the cultural habits of the locals and follow the customs of the people there since no one wants to start off on the wrong foot. In the Philippines, where locals are receptive of foreigners and are very welcoming to guests, it isn’t hard to pick up these Filipino habits reflected in everyday situations.
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Published on 04/02/2018 by puertoparrot
Categories: Lifestyle, Society
Tags: culture, locals