Manila
If you love roast pork, this is the best place in the world
Its aroma fills an entire neighbourhood. People come from far away, battling notorious traffic, for a whiff. Or a bite. Or a whole pig.
- by Brian Johnston
Airline review: Philippine Airlines (PAL) premium economy, Manila to Sydney
It's hard to complain when you're sitting in Premium Economy and there's no-one sitting next to you.
- by Steve Meacham
Manila, The Philippines things to do: Expert tips from an expat
A favourite haunt for this expat is La Mesa Eco Park - the last rainforest in Manila.
- by Belinda Jackson
Airline review: Philippine Airlines business class, Sydney to Manila
The passenger next to me decides to watch an expletive-laden documentary - without headphones.
- by Steve Meacham
The Manila Hotel: Philippines' first luxury hotel where the Beatles caused a diplomatic incident
​General Douglas MacArthur returned, but The Beatles got out of town... The Manila Hotel has some tales to tell.
- by Steve Meacham
Best things to see and do in Makati, Manila: Expert expat travel tips
The city has a surprising number of hidden and rooftop bars perfect for cocktails on warm nights.
- by Belinda Jackson
See Imelda Marcos' legendary collection of shoes at Marikina Shoe Museum in Manila
At Marikina Shoe Museum, you'll find some of Imelda Marcos' notoriously extravagant collection.
- by Steve Meacham
Fairmont Makati review, Manila, Philippines: This two-for-one hotel concept works surprisingly well
Staying at the 'Fairmont Gold' level means breakfast and plenty of freebies.
- by Steve Meacham
Hilton Manila hotel review: A stylish, easy-to-use addition to Manila's army of airport hotels
It's ideal for those on their way to or from the Philippines' beautiful islands and keen to avoid Manila's traffic.
- by Belinda Jackson
Food, Philippines: Where to find the world's hottest new cuisine
Nicole Ponseca is one of a new wave of chefs changing the way diners think about Filipino food.
- by Susan Skelly
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