You get used to credit cards being the quick and easy way to pay in the States. But it isn't so quick or easy in the Philippines. Every transaction seems to involve long waits and multiple receipts. On top of that they always seem to need a specific sort of credit card machine depending on what kind of card you have, I guess.
A recent store I went to had EIGHT different credit card machines. I took a photo just so people would believe me.
Filipinos are really into singing and dancing, and I mean REALLY into it.
I present to you, just another day in a Filipino grocery store.
There are lots of different ways to get around in the Philippines. Probably the most common way is what are called jeepneys. Jeepneys are a bit hard to explain, so here's a picture.
They are not very tall or very wide, so it's a pretty tight fit in back. Especially when you're an american who is larger than the average Filipino. Add to that the fact that they will cram up to 18 people in one, and you'll see why in Asia they have a different definition of personal space.
But no matter how far you're going, a ride will set you back just $0.17. So you can't beat the price.
What's stranger than cheese ice cream you ask?
