Photo of MV Doulos (grabbed from Wikipedia)

The last time it docked on our shores was in 2007. We were just a family of 4 then because youngest was yet to be born. I remember just reading about it in the papers and told hubby it might be an interesting trip for the boys. So we drove ourselves to the Port Area and just the sight of the big, lifesize ship was already fascinating for them. We walked up the plank into the ship and were awed by the rows and rows of shelves containing books from all over the world. Most publications were reasonably priced and there was something for every member of the family. I remember bringing home 3 or so plastic bags of books and everyone was happy.

So I heard MV Doulos, the world’s oldest ocean-faring passenger ship, and the world’s biggest floating library and bookstore, is back in Manila till March 30th before she heads to Kaohsiung, Taiwan. MV Doulos is docked at the Manila South Harbour, Pier 13. Enter through gate 1. She is on her last world tour before she finally retires in 2010 so don’t miss making the trip while its here in Manila.

This time we will visit MV Doulos again and bring our 2-year old with us, and her Kuyas can show her around! On our last visit they had a store selling refreshments and also had stroller parking, so if it is still the same, I would say it is pretty kid and family-friendly.

For official information, visit www.doulos.org.