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18 Comments Every Filipino Traveller Has Dealt With Abroad
1. They approach you and ask “Indonesian? Malaysian?”
(You bet.)
2. When you say “I’m from the Philippines!”, they repeat
“Ahhh, Philippine…”
(Where did the “S” go?)
3. “Philippines!”
(Now, that’s better)
4. “You live in Manny Pacquiao’s homeland!”
(Yes, we’re neighbours.)
5. “You can afford to travel. You must be rich.”
6. “I’d like to visit your country. Is it safe in there?”
7. “I heard the beaches are stunning.”
(I couldn’t agree more!)
8. “So what else can I find in the Philippines aside from the beaches?
And just when you are about to answer, someone else butts in…
9. “They also have a lot of mountains!!!”
10. “And islands too!”
11. “With hospitable people…”
12. “Who are fond of singing…”
13. “dancing…”
14. “fiestas…”
15. “and selfies!”
16. When you tell them you eat developing duck embryos called balut eggs
Them:
Us:
17. And when you’ve shared too much, they compliment you with:
“You speak English well. How did you learn?”
18. And…
“You’re one living proof of how friendly Filipinos are!”
Also read: 9 Real Life Struggles of Travelling Abroad Filipinos Can Definitely Relate To
Have you encountered some of these comments abroad? Share your experiences with us!
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