Category: Travel
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Why Was Constantinople Renamed To Istanbul?
Constantinople is one of the most storied cities in world history, now known as Istanbul. Its grandeur and opulence, colorful past filled with legendary battles, political intrigue, and revolutionary thought have captivated travelers for centuries. While many people are familiar with the name Istanbul today, few may know why it was renamed from Constantinople to…
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The 1987 Philippine Constitution And Why It Matters
The Philippines has had several constitutions but the constitution that is in force today is the 1987 Constitution. The 1987 Constitution is an important, legally binding document. The Philipines 1987 Consitution is an essential document for the Filipino people as it outlines their rights while simultaneously limiting the powers of the government. The Consitution helps…
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Why is Filipino Spelled with an ‘F’ when the Philippines is Spelled with a ‘Ph’?
When people look at the name Filipino, it can become confusing because it is spelled with “F” and not with a “Ph” like the Philippines is. Like me, they may wonder why Filipino is not spelled as “Philipino.” The word Filipino is spelled with an “F” instead of a “Ph” as it has to go…
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10 Myths Debunked About The Philippines
The Philippines is a beautiful place to visit. But like with many other countries, there can be a lot of misunderstanding about what is acceptable or not in this southeast island nation. There are many myths about the Philippines and what is acceptable or not. Some of these myths can almost seem outlandish such as…
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Why Is There No Snow In the Philippines?
Many people have been asking on the Internet and want to know whether or not the Philippines has any snow. Does the island get cold enough to have areas where it will snow? It does not snow in the Philippines. Even the coldest recorded temperatures are not cold enough for snow. Because the Philippines is…
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Best Currency For Vietnam and Cambodia – An Insiders Guide
I live as an ex-pat in Vietnam and travel quite a bit to Cambodia. In both countries, I deal with understanding what currency is the best to use in these locations. The Vietnamese dong is the best currency to use in Vietnam, especially for taxis, restaurants, and small shops. Many taxis, shops, and restaurants will…