Philippines — overrated or just right?
Started by MidwestMark · 19 Mar 2026 · 1748 views
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19 Mar 2026 at 11:50
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:45
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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20 Mar 2026 at 00:51
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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20 Mar 2026 at 05:31
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!
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20 Mar 2026 at 11:11
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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20 Mar 2026 at 19:11
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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21 Mar 2026 at 00:08
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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21 Mar 2026 at 01:57
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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21 Mar 2026 at 08:27
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:24
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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21 Mar 2026 at 19:32
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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21 Mar 2026 at 21:48
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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22 Mar 2026 at 07:05
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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22 Mar 2026 at 10:35
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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22 Mar 2026 at 12:03
I was there in early March 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 excellent.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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 excellent.
My favorite spot was an agency I found online.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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22 Mar 2026 at 13:07
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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