It's no secret that Boracay's condition is worsening (which makes it no longer feasible for one's next vacation spot) and many people in the Philippines have lost their right to be "shocked" at what's happening. It reminded me of my super disappointing trip to Boracay last 2012 -- not only was the trip expensive but the whole place was so full of garbage. I saw people throw garbage left and right. Some people just leave their garbage. Worse, people who are supposed to clean up garbage don't even do their job.
This had me thinking of the big difference between Singapore and the Philippines. Some may go ahead and complain about "unjust policies" but here's what -- Singapore's strict discipline made the city a clean place to be. The fines may be somewhat excessive (considering it's a first world country and the fines may be considered little for its citizens) but guess what -- you can see how Singapore's cleanliness laws work like a charm.
This had me thinking of the big difference between Singapore and the Philippines. Some may go ahead and complain about "unjust policies" but here's what -- Singapore's strict discipline made the city a clean place to be. The fines may be somewhat excessive (considering it's a first world country and the fines may be considered little for its citizens) but guess what -- you can see how Singapore's cleanliness laws work like a charm.
Just imagine what if the Philippines actually had strict (but reasonable) discipline running on. The reality is how can any country expect to succeed if people refuse to follow simple guidelines such as throwing your trash in the proper place (this includes businesses complying with proper wast and falling in line. A little discipline goes a long way. If people traveling to and staying in Boracay just followed such basic rules -- then the place wouldn't be in the kind of filth it would be today.
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