Asia - It's more fun in the Philippines!

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Having only a fraction of what Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore or Hong Kong individually spend on tourism, the Department of Tourism is relying on every Filipino who have access to Facebook, Twitter, Forums or Blogs to help spread the word.

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Lonely Planet calls us "among the most easygoing and ebullient people anywhere". We may not have the shiniest of airports, an efficient public transport system, some might feel it dirty, but it's the Filipinos that will make your next holiday memorable.

I agree, the people are great :)

The country has much to offer as well. Will be going again for sure.

--Russ

here are some images going around Facebook applying the new tourism campaign by Roland Benzon.

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