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Manila — still the best area in Philippines?

Started by WinnipegWayne · 15 Mar 2026 · 935 views

WinnipegWayne member
#1
15 Mar 2026 at 22:04
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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MontrealMax member
#2
16 Mar 2026 at 07:58
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.

Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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FKKNovice member
#3
16 Mar 2026 at 15:38
How's the nightlife there compared to the Philippines?
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NashvilleNate member
#4
16 Mar 2026 at 22:55
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.

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

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AustinAlex member
#5
17 Mar 2026 at 06:37
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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OttawaOliver member
#6
17 Mar 2026 at 13:00
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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OzzieTravels member
#7
17 Mar 2026 at 19:02
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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OrlandoOscar member
#8
17 Mar 2026 at 22:21
Good info. I'd add that the late night is the best time to go.

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

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LiverpoolLee member
#9
18 Mar 2026 at 00:54
I was there in early March and can add some detail:

Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.

Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.

My favorite spot was an agency I found online.

One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.

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

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DublinDave member
#10
18 Mar 2026 at 05:17
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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KiwiKen member
#11
18 Mar 2026 at 11:04
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: More competition means better service.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

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

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EuroExplorer member
#12
18 Mar 2026 at 13:55
How's the nightlife there compared to Colombia?

Euro Explorer — Boston, MA

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DallasDon member
#13
18 Mar 2026 at 18:34
Thanks for sharing. Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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DublinDave member
#14
18 Mar 2026 at 21:07
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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PortlandPaul member
#15
19 Mar 2026 at 04:13
How long did it take you to find the good spots?

Portland, OR | 20 countries visited

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PerthPete member
#16
19 Mar 2026 at 15:38
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?
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VegasVince member
#17
19 Mar 2026 at 21:53
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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OttawaOliver member
#18
20 Mar 2026 at 06:24
How's the daytime scene there compared to Colombia?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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CanuckTraveller member
#19
20 Mar 2026 at 11:45
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Better quality overall.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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FKKNovice member
#20
20 Mar 2026 at 12:29
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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