English is an International language. All countries around the world are encouraged to study English in schools. Here in the Philippines, beginning in pre-school English is the second language. Today's generation, children's mother tongue or first language is English. So the elders or the older generation are trying to learn English too, so they can communicate better with today's generation. Speaking English is very essential, specially when you visit other countries. It is very useful in asking directions when you want to visit beautiful places. You can make new friends easily too.
Thats true, if you want to have a easy travel you have to know English