Tales from a Jeepney

While in Baguio, we experienced our first ride in a Jeepney. (Dana, Richard would totally love these... or not!) Basically, it's an old Jeep converted into a Jeep limo type thing. They use them as public transportation vehicles in the Philippines. My Dad had told me about these & I assumed we wouldn't see very many of them nowadays. But, I was completely wrong! They are as prevalent as ever & are used all over the city. They are a very common sight throughout the entire country.

I assumed I would never have the opportunity to ride in a Jeepney, because I really don't understand the public transportation system. It's very confusing to me. So, instead, we were able to rent one all to ourselves while in Baguio to take us to dinner and to an outdoor flea market area. It was cheaper than renting 3 vans for our group and was a fun experience. All 21 of us piled into this vehicle & safely arrived at our destination each time. We were crowded, but it made for good memories!



The boys favorite thing to do was stick their heads out the window while we drove. Which, of course, made mom a nervous wreck! (And, Mrs. F sitting next to them, as you can see by the look on her face!)