Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Baguio Trip Delayed


Manila - Transportation, originally uploaded by jsigharas.

After our trip to Quiapo we visited, again, Fort Bonafacio to kill time at the Starbucks (free Wi-Fi) before departing for our red-eye bus ride Wednesday morning (the 19th) for Baguio, an approximately 6 hour trip. Originally we had planned to leave Manila earlier but found ourselves wanting to visit Quiapo instead, which I'm very glad to have done. Plus, a crowded and hot bus ride wouldn't have been the best idea after another late night in the city.

Quiapo Shopping Hub


NO. 35, originally uploaded by suvajack.

Quiapo is home to the gray market and to one of the most famous churches in Manila, Quiapo Church. It's off the beaten path for most travelers and is more of a local spot to find cheap-anything. We couldn't resist experiencing this quintessential side of Manila.