In the Path of the Conquistadors - Philippines

The ancient Spanish empire stretched from the Americas to Asia. Mabuhay!  Welcome!  Joseph visits and The Philippines where Spanish influence is visible in the Filipinos language, spirit and food.

Travelscope’s Philippines Travel Partners

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Mabuhay!  Welcome! The Philippines is a string of 7,107 islands that offer the traveler diverse cultures, varied scenery, a rich history, endless activities and, foremost, a welcoming people. Which is surprising considering the fact that the country and its people has been used and abused by foreign interests for generations. The Spanish were in charge from Magellan’s landing in 1521 until the Americans conquered and purchased the country in 1898. Fifty years of U. S. control gave way to the Japanese invasion in 1941. For three years, the Japanese brutalized the populace until, as promised, the Americans and Douglas Macarthur returned in 1945. Yet, in spite of invasions, oppressions and hardships theyve suffered, the Filipinos have never lost their feelings of goodwill toward other people and their faith in God. During Travelscope’s visit, you’ll discover many things foremost among them was the Filipino concept of Bahalana which means “Celebrate Life Come What May. It’s a belief that has allowed the Filipinos to prevail in the face of adversity and it is contagious. You feel it in their greeting, you see it in their smiles and you hear it in their songs. Click here or on the image island of Bohol for more information on the Philippines.