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Solo travel in Philippines — tips and warnings

Started by OrlandoOscar · 2 Mar 2026 · 625 views

OrlandoOscar member
#1
2 Mar 2026 at 02:47
How long did it take you to find the good spots?

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

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PattayaDave member
#2
2 Mar 2026 at 08:49
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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PattayaDave member
#3
2 Mar 2026 at 19:18
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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AustinAlex member
#4
3 Mar 2026 at 06:01
Did you feel safe walking around at night?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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BristolBen member
#5
3 Mar 2026 at 17:55
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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TexasHeat member
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4 Mar 2026 at 00:41
How long did it take you to learn the routine?

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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PerthPete member
#7
4 Mar 2026 at 10:57
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.

Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.

My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.

One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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NashvilleNate member
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4 Mar 2026 at 17:53
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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ChicagoChris member
#9
4 Mar 2026 at 21:21
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

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

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DesertRat member
#10
5 Mar 2026 at 03:38
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.

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

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OttawaOliver member
#11
5 Mar 2026 at 14:08
I was there in February and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.

My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.

One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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MidwestMark member
#12
5 Mar 2026 at 23:16
Did you feel safe in the red light areas?
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BerlinBound member
#13
6 Mar 2026 at 09:38
Did you feel safe using taxis?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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PortlandPaul member
#14
6 Mar 2026 at 17:26
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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BerlinBound member
#15
7 Mar 2026 at 03:04
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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NewcastleNick member
#16
7 Mar 2026 at 07:32
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.

My favorite spot was an agency I found online.

One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.

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

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MidwestMark member
#17
7 Mar 2026 at 11:54
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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DallasDon member
#18
7 Mar 2026 at 22:51
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2023.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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MapleLeafMike member
#19
8 Mar 2026 at 07:45
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: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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SunshineSteve member
#20
8 Mar 2026 at 18:23
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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