We went to Meycauayan, Bulacan yesterday. And as we were touring the town, we had to ask for directions from the locals. We noticed how Filipinos give directions. They don’t give details. Their answers are very broad. It won’t be surprising if you get lost along your way. Unless, maybe, if you know the language deeply and you’re a natural street-smart. 

Example:

Q: Saan po yung Chelsi?

A: Ah, Chelsi, malapit lang yun. Doon sa may likuan. (Then points direction.)

A: Chelsi, diyan sa kanto. Tapos liko ka. Doon na.

It’s very interesting, really. I think it tells something about the culture or the psyche of the Filipinos.