Avoid Manila? Or is it fine?
Started by DetroitDan · 25 Feb 2026 · 1407 views
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25 Feb 2026 at 13:26
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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25 Feb 2026 at 20:43
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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26 Feb 2026 at 02:59
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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26 Feb 2026 at 09:44
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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26 Feb 2026 at 14:33
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. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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26 Feb 2026 at 19:22
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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27 Feb 2026 at 04:04
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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27 Feb 2026 at 07:05
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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27 Feb 2026 at 07:15
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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27 Feb 2026 at 16:39
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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28 Feb 2026 at 02:38
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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28 Feb 2026 at 13:46
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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28 Feb 2026 at 16:01
This matches my experience. Philippines is underrated.
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28 Feb 2026 at 18:30
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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28 Feb 2026 at 19:14
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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1 Mar 2026 at 04:07
100% agree. The quality there is hard to beat.
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1 Mar 2026 at 07:03
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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