I think I love the Philippines
It’s my thrid race in Asia this year and so far- trip-wise its the best!
Why so? I think because this race is put on by people who love the sport. They really passionately wanted a World Class triathlon in their country- so they made it happen. We have some of the most influential business men in the Philippines backing the race- and not only that- they’re also racing! Everything has been so easy, friendly, and fun!! We were met at the airport in Manila by the Polo Triathlon Team and they were fabulous hosts- drove us to our hotels and then took us out to eat Japanese. The following morning we flew the 40mins to Naga and the Camarines Sur Watersports Complex who are hosting the race. Again we were met by a fanfare!
Here are some pics of the trip so far…BTW The Philippines itself offers so much to look at- so much character, lush green fields, shacks, all sorts of vehicles including the iconic “jeepneys”.
At Sydney Airport
time for a quick roll at the gate before we hopped on board
in flight essentials
Our awesome hosts in Manila, the Polo Club Triathlon Team
The Naga Airport fanfare, I don't think Ive ever been greeted like this before
more fanfare...
with Gina Kehr from California
More welcoming!
Our cabins for the week
Camarine Sur Watersport Park- this is part of the swim course
McDelivery anyone?
the first lake that we swim in, they're a little bit hot, like soup!
this is a genuine Filipino Jeepney, these things just look so unique, I love the look of them, and they're everywherel
And the sun sets on our first day in Cam Sur...
please wait a tick 
I am happy to hear great things from you and that you had a great experience in my native land. I love the pictures. Thank you for sharing.
I was born and grew-up in the Philippines. I am new to the Tri sports. My husband got me into it. We live in Florida. We fortunately met Filipinos in Clearwater 70.3 Championship last Saturday. Two of them flew in from the Philippines (a participant and his coach) and another one who flew in from New Jersey. We woke up at 4:30 am and head to the beach to cheer some people we have met earlier this year at the St. Anthony’s Tri in St. Petersburg, Fl such as Terrenzo B., Andreas R., etc…) We cheered on the pros and all age-groupers alike. We had a gret time. Loads of fun! It is such an amazing environment to be surrounded with people who are so fit and just makes me want to go back into training and do more sprint tris to build-up into longer distances.
Cheers,
Janette