The jeepney is a vehicle unique to the islands and is a testimony to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Filipino. This popular street transport originated from the American military vehicle used during World War II. The jeepney casts a festive appearance while plying the busy streets, each one bearing the proud mark of its driver: th flashier, the better.

Th jeepney's body, painted in bright multi-colors, is a festive aluminum and steel canvas that depicts such imagery as beaches and rural scenes complete with coconut trees and nipa huts. More folk art adorn the jeepney's ceiling: images of the Virgin Mary and other Catholic saints competing with paintings of popular tourist spots. Crocheted paintings ask "God bless our trip" even as rosary beads are hung on the viewing mirror.

"Sakay na! (All aboard!)," a barker entices commuters to ride his jeepney. Depending on how one looks at it, the blare of the driver's favorite music on tape or the latest news on the radio entertains or irritates the captive passenger. Still one has to credit the Pinoy driver for his thoughtful plastic board note: "Thank you, please ride again."