I took the train from Monumento to United Nations Avenue to visit the Museo ng Maynila—housed at the former Army and Navy Club—just off Roxas Boulevard. The train was packed, but the trip was short and fast. At least, I had an alternative to the noisy jeepney on traffic-congested Avenida Rizal.

I walked along United Nations Avenue. The tourists—mostly Asians—stared at the artfully displayed snacks from the rolling food kiosks. Instinctively, I looked for Americans. Other than for Fil-Am balikbayans, Manila is not popular among...

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