Uber/Grab in Philippines — how reliable?
Started by AustinAlex · 17 Mar 2026 · 933 views
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:22
How long did it take you to feel comfortable?
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:59
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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17 Mar 2026 at 23:54
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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18 Mar 2026 at 10:01
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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18 Mar 2026 at 18:32
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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19 Mar 2026 at 05:31
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:53
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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19 Mar 2026 at 16:08
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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19 Mar 2026 at 19:33
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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20 Mar 2026 at 04:04
This matches my experience. Philippines is one of my favorites.
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20 Mar 2026 at 09:19
Great report! Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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20 Mar 2026 at 12:41
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:10
Thanks for sharing. Did you use freelancers or find girls at clubs?
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20 Mar 2026 at 17:59
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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20 Mar 2026 at 21:30
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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20 Mar 2026 at 22:13
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:32
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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21 Mar 2026 at 13:58
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:05
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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