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WATCH:  Special tradition connects Filipino families living oceans apart

WATCH: Special tradition connects Filipino families living oceans apart

Summary

Filipino families living far apart use a special tradition called balikbayan boxes to stay connected. These boxes carry gifts and reminders of home from Filipinos working or living overseas to their families in the Philippines.

Key Facts

  • Balikbayan boxes are large packages sent by Filipinos abroad to their relatives in the Philippines.
  • These boxes contain gifts, personal items, and food that remind families of home.
  • Sending balikbayan boxes helps maintain family ties despite long distances.
  • The tradition is common among Filipinos living in countries outside the Philippines.
  • The practice supports emotional connections and cultural identity for overseas Filipinos and their families.
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