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Browse travel tips and advice for Manila, Philippines. Plan your Manila trip by making sure you know all the facts before you go. Read tips and advice for Manila submitted by fellow travelers, or write your own review for a Manila travel tip.
#1 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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the_bloodsucker says:
This write-up was actually written not to rate my city’s many air terminals, but primarily to educate some travellers who get confused as to which airport to utilize on different flights. I have actually met a handful of TBs who weren’t properly informed about this matter, so here’s my little ...
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#2 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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chad0926 says:
Is this your first time to visit the Philippines? Do you really like to shop as well?
If you happen to be in Manila or nearby cities (by the way, Manila is part of the National Capital Region which consists of 17 cities and 3 municipalities), then you should know the places where to shop for grea...
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#3 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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geek_goddess_jolie says:
Hi there kids! I'm a local Pinay girl who's out to clarify all the stereotypes placed on Filipina women and Asian women in general.
SEXUAL EQUALITY
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As you must've read in many a travel book, sexual equality is more pronounced in the Philippines than most other Asian countrie...
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#4 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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chad0926 says:
Never leave the Philippines without trying any of the foods that are uniquely Filipino. The country has been colonized by the Spaniards, Americans and Japanese for so many years. They have left indebible marks in every aspect of Filipino society. But no matter what, Philippines has its own identity ...
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#5 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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chad0926 says:
Before you decide visiting the Philippines, might as well check the weather so as not to spoil your travel and waste your time inside the hotel room because of a ravaging typhoon.
The central and northern islands have a tropical monsoon type of climate, similar to that of Indo-China, with a singl...
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#6 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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byiang says:
I was in 168 Mall the other day and found out that items sold here are cheaper compared to the Chatuchak Weekend market in Bangkok.
168 Mall is located in Divisoria. There are stalls inside the mall, like the ones in Chatuchak. The difference is the place is air-conditioned.
You can buy all kind...
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#7 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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internetdata says:
I stay at the Shang most of the time because they know me and I love the service.. It is located in down town Makati City.. The skyline from the Penthouse is breath taking... Manila is what it is - a 3rd world country with 80 million people spanning across hundreds of islands. My concern is grow...
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#8 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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Isabetlog says:
Manila's got one at last! Finally, a brand-spanking hip new map of Manila that's totally with it. Its glossy laminate keeps it together so it doesn't rip and wash out in your hands when the rain starts to pour. Here's the press release:
Manila, Once Overlooked by the Jetset, Gets Groovy
Manila...
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#9 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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blurbmoi says:
I've been commuting all my life in Manila for practicality purposes and was inspired by my backpacker friends to share general tips on how to go about it if you intend to fly over here.
There is so much public transportation here, oh you may have the vehicle strikes from time to time but there's ...
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#10 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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blurbmoi says:
You'll never go hungry running around Manila and Metro Manila. It is a proven fact that every few steps you'll see either a food stall, an eatery (carinderia), or a fastfood chain that you can get stuff to fill your tummy.
My stomach has been fortunate enough to try and survive all of them.
B...
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#11 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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jaeWALK says:
Due to the increasing cost of fuel, the Land Transportation Office has issued taxi drivers stickers that would allow them to charge an additional P10.00 "Tip". This move started on July 25, 2008.
As of this writing, there are still Taxis that do not have the YELLOW sticker, it's up to the passen...
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#12 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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cax says:
Taxi is a great way of geting around - both in Manila and outside. Especially if you like me finds it diffricult to get a grib of which jeepney goes where. But remember ALLWAYS to drive on the meter. I fell for the fixed price once and it cost me 1250 Php from UN to Makati - and there were even a di...
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#13 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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laineeey says:
Visit Greenbelt3 and Glorietta in Makati - They have many great shops and restaurants!!
Powerplant Mall - A posh mall located in Makati near Guadalupe MRT Station has lots of designer brand stores and good restaurants!
Eastwood - same as Greenbelt3
Shangrila Mall - located in Shaw Boulevard... bi...
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#14 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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aacalizo says:
I got this important article, ironically, from my latest batch of junk email. I thought it appropriate to put it here for the information and protection of all concerned:
PROTECTING YOUR CREDIT CARD
You arrive at your hotel and check in at the front desk.
When checking in, you give the front...
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#15 of 24 general tips & advice in Manila
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the_bloodsucker says:
Forgot to buy the dried otap on your trip to Cebu? Or Piyaya of Bacolod? Or peanut kisses of Bohol?
You don’t have to look for these items in crowded malls anymore. Instead, drop by Balikbayan Handicrafts, a one-stop shop that has every conceivable specialty from provinces around the Philippin...
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