[BlessedBeGod]

Would be interesting to get the opinions of some of the FReepers in the Philippines...

[03A3]

I think it was about 15 years ago Abu Sayyaf kidnapped and killed some Americans at a resort on Palawan.

[philetus]

I was there in Feb. Got sick on the plane from Manila and was in bed the whole time.

[Just another Joe]

My wife and I have property on the island of Palawan. It is a beautiful place, with lots of dive spots, interesting geological highlights (Karst cliffs, longest navigable underground river in the world), and if you just want to sight see in the capitol there is Baker's Hill, The Palawan Butterfly Gardens, and others.

The cost of living, even at USA standards, is low. Your money goes a long way.