I have in-laws in the PI, it's known as fact what he says, there is a population there, and they are doing these terrible acts.

Anyone who goes there should do there homework and be sure they are hooking up with trusted individuals. Let me say that again, be sure you are hooking up with trusted individuals. Lack of judgement there will most likely cost you now matter where you go.

Having spent time there and being married to a filipino for the past 13 years, I can say with certianty that these atrocities are continuing to happen, with ransom being the most common motive. Americans and anyone known to have money are targets.

I would suggest contacting the State Department about what regions to visit and so forth and see what they recommend and why.

HaroldD seems to have some insight on the safer areas to explore in the region. He may be able to offer up some more detailed advice if asked. Again be sure you are hooking up with trusted individuals, and accept no substitutes.

P.S. The monkeys there can be very bold, be careful of them too.

P.S.S. The smog in Manila, and the other larger cities is much worse than it is here, you have no idea how good we actually have it here.

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