Our host, Jejomar, is the best part of Manila.

On the pull-out couch,

We chat about travel and movies

Without miscommunication or awkwardness.

The Philippines is one of few places outside of Canada

Where people have heard about our city.

Jejomar visited on a choir tour as a kid.

A giant whiteboard displays his Couchsurfing inn schedule.

A German man is staying this week.

He almost is as friendly and helpful as Jejomar.

Our host arranges a city tour with his friend tomorrow.

He recommends vegetarian restaurants

and reviews our non-existent itinerary

Making beach-holiday suggestions

Based on his extensive travels.