Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is a densely populated bayside city on the island of Luzon, which mixes Spanish colonial architecture with modern skyscrapers. Intramuros, a walled… Read More
Luzon Blog Posts
Matthew Luckett, Ph.… · 17:00 31 Aug 2020
No one knew with certainty when the war was going to end, but most observers believed that 1945 was going to be the year when, at minimum, Germany surrendered. It was just a matter of time… Read More
Matthew Luckett, Ph.… · 02:28 06 Jun 2022
At SFO last Wednesday, the ticketing line for Philippine Airlines stretched away from the counter, around the corner, and past the entrance doors. I rolled my luggage to the end of the queue… Read More
Travel Blog, Culture… · 11:11 14 Mar 2023
What is the Philippines famous for? Probably its breathtaking beaches and islands, or perhaps its mouthwatering food. While the Philippines has every right to be famous for what we… Read More
Travel Blog, Culture… · 15:54 19 Mar 2023
The intriguing phenomenon of volcanoes is beautifully mind-blowing. These awe-inspiring occurrences often evoke feelings of dread when witnessed up close. While there are numerous dormant ex… Read More