Quick question for the Philippines regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there last year and had a great time but I've heard some crackdowns happened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Philippines — overrated?
Started by OrlandoOscar · 12 Mar 2026 · 2516 views
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $135/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
Spent about $135/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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12 Mar 2026 at 22:45
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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13 Mar 2026 at 05:49
This matches my experience. Philippines is underrated.
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13 Mar 2026 at 09:58
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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13 Mar 2026 at 16:58
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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13 Mar 2026 at 21:06
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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14 Mar 2026 at 06:01
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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14 Mar 2026 at 15:17
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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I was there in March and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $84/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $84/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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