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Solo travel in Philippines

Started by EdinburghEd · 12 Mar 2026 · 1470 views

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EdinburghEd member
#1
12 Mar 2026 at 14:26
Been thinking about visiting Philippines and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.

Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?

Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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AustinAlex member
#2
12 Mar 2026 at 19:38
I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.

Spent about $142/day all-in. Quality was excellent.

My tip: go early evening for best selection.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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VegasVince member
#3
12 Mar 2026 at 21:12
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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PerthPete member
#4
13 Mar 2026 at 04:30
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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OttawaOliver member
#5
13 Mar 2026 at 12:55
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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NashvilleNate member
#6
13 Mar 2026 at 19:25
Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?

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

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SoCalSurfer member
#7
14 Mar 2026 at 02:10
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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BristolBen member
#8
14 Mar 2026 at 05:48
I was there in March and prices were exactly as described.

Spent about $91/day all-in. Quality was excellent.

My tip: midweek is golden hour.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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AustinAlex member
#9
14 Mar 2026 at 12:03
How does it compare to the Philippines?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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BerlinBound member
#10
14 Mar 2026 at 13:38
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.

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

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PortlandPaul member
#11
14 Mar 2026 at 16:41
How does it compare to Thailand?

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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WinnipegWayne member
#12
14 Mar 2026 at 23:22
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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BirminghamBaz member
#13
15 Mar 2026 at 04:12
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.

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

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SoCalSurfer member
#14
15 Mar 2026 at 14:07
Did you feel safe walking around at night?

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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TexasHeat member
#15
15 Mar 2026 at 14:41
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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BostonBrady member
#16
15 Mar 2026 at 20:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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SacramentoSal member
#17
16 Mar 2026 at 05:11
I was there in February and prices were exactly as described.

Spent about $147/day all-in. Quality was good.

My tip: midweek is golden hour.

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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BayAreaBob member
#18
16 Mar 2026 at 08:22
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.

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

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LiverpoolLee member
#19
16 Mar 2026 at 11:15
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.

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

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DallasDon member
#20
16 Mar 2026 at 20:02
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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