Alabang Ladies International Group
ALIG - Useful Links for Manila
We've put together a list of the links we find most useful in the following categories.
- Manila Online
- Expatriate Groups in Manila
- Moving Companies
Moving Companies
Carepak Moving and Storage
A big supporter of ALIG Carepak can be trusted without your move, whether it's within Manila or your next international assignment.
Manila Online
Click the City
Comprehensive guide to the art, food, movie, music and mayhem on offer in Manila. It's definitely worth bookmarking this site if only so you can see what movies are screening.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
If all you do is glance at the headlines and check the weather report, then save a few trees and do it from your PC. If you want to keep up with local news then this is one of the best sites for it.
Typhoon 2000
A handy site to have access to and monitor the typhoons that blow through during the wet season. Specific to the Philippines. The Joint Typhoon Warning Center has information for the world, and some great tracking graphics.
If you only read one blog about the Philippines, make it Market Man's. This site is a wealth of information written by a passionate foodie who delights in sourcing fresh produce and sharing his thoughts about life in the Philippines. Market Man will tell you where to buy anything from fresh mozzarella to specialist cookware. He'll share secret holiday spots and make you laugh or cringe with his "poor service" rants. With almost daily blogs since he first started writing in September 2004 and packed with photos, the archives have some of the best information about Manila you'll ever find.
Don't be fooled by the picture on their website of people in winter jerseys gathered around roaring fire. This is a Manila based organisation. In Touch has been in operation since 1980 providing counseling and support for both Filipinos and expatriates, with particular emphasis on guidance for newcomers.
Expatriate Groups
American Women's Club of the Philippines (AWCP)
One of the largest expatriate groups in the Philippines, with membership open to American Citizens and friends. The organise the hugely popular monthly shopping bazaar at the World Trade Centre and their annual Great American Hoedown and Chili Cook Off is always a hit.
Australia & New Zealand Association (ANZA)
Organisers of one of the best annual balls in Manila, the Melbourne Cup celebration and regular Wine and Cheese evenings featuring the best from Down Under. This is another lively social group open to membership from all nationalities.
British Woman's Association (BWA)
The BWA has something for everyone, no matter what your age or background. They are an extremely friendly group and will cater for all your needs - whether it is to meet other like-minded folk, to take up a new hobby or to become involved in supporting local charities.
A social network group for expatriate western businesses people and their spouses living and/or working in the Clark Freeport and surrounding areas.
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