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Christmas in the Philippines

December 6, 2015 by Stephen Bentley 7 Comments

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"Maligayang Pasko Sa Inyong Lahat" or Merry Christmas to Everyone! The typical Filipino does not need much of an excuse to celebrate and party. Christmas in the Philippines is no exception. The manifestations of the onset of Christmas start here as early as September. That is when you first notice the street vendors and stalls selling their Christmas lighting and … [Read more...]

On The 140th Day Of Christmas!

October 2, 2014 by Gary McMurrain 7 Comments

Are you ready for Christmas? You are already one month behind! The Christmas Season in Bacolod City kicked off on September 1 with the first Christmas songs of this new Christmas Season. There are still 110 days left, so you still have plenty of time to celebrate. The Feast of Santo Nino (Christ Child) is most famous in Cebu but many Filipinos in Negros Occidental also … [Read more...]

A Barrio Holiday Season

January 3, 2014 by Gary McMurrain 5 Comments

For me, there is no better place to spend Christmas and New Year than in the barrio! Nowadays, most villages in the Philippines are referred to as a "barangay," however, my wife's hometown is rich in Spanish history and many people still refer to the village as the "barrio." Our barrio is located about one hour south of Bacolod City and there is hardly a stranger unless they … [Read more...]

See You In September, Christmas

September 7, 2013 by Gary McMurrain 1 Comment

Merry Christmas from the Philippines! September 1 officially kicked off the Christmas Season in the Islands of Paradise and it will not end until early January, 2014. For many, the Christmas season will not end until mid January, after the Festivals of The Three Kings, The Black Nazarene and Santo Nino. It really is more fun in the Philippines! The country is famous for having … [Read more...]

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