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Cebu — still the best area in Philippines?

Started by WinnipegWayne · 28 Feb 2026 · 1356 views

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WinnipegWayne member
#1
28 Feb 2026 at 06:45
This matches my experience. Philippines is great value for money.

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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BirminghamBaz member
#2
28 Feb 2026 at 16:06
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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EdinburghEd member
#3
28 Feb 2026 at 17:12
I was there in February and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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CanuckTraveller member
#4
28 Feb 2026 at 20:52
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Better quality overall.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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JerseyJim member
#5
1 Mar 2026 at 08:12
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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DetroitDan member
#6
1 Mar 2026 at 15:57
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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LiverpoolLee member
#7
1 Mar 2026 at 20:54
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: More girls working online now.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Liverpool, UK

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CanuckTraveller member
#8
1 Mar 2026 at 23:35
Good info. I'd add that the late night is the best time to go.
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BangkokVet member
#9
2 Mar 2026 at 03:18
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DesertRat member
#10
2 Mar 2026 at 04:51
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. Solid 7/10.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Phoenix, AZ

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DallasDon member
#11
2 Mar 2026 at 07:12
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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FKKNovice member
#12
2 Mar 2026 at 11:59
100% agree. The variety there is hard to beat.
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NewcastleNick member
#13
2 Mar 2026 at 14:38
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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OrlandoOscar member
#14
2 Mar 2026 at 22:38
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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MidwestMark member
#15
3 Mar 2026 at 06:14
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
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KiwiKen member
#16
3 Mar 2026 at 15:21
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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VegasVince member
#17
3 Mar 2026 at 20:57
How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?
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JerseyJim member
#18
3 Mar 2026 at 22:00
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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PortlandPaul member
#19
4 Mar 2026 at 05:08
I was there in early March and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Late night you get the best deals.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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DCExplorer member
#20
4 Mar 2026 at 14:50
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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