I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Philippines first timer — need advice
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How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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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 above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
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 above average.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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18 Mar 2026 at 10:36
This matches my experience. Philippines is one of my favorites.
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How long did it take you to find the good spots?
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Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
I noticed some changes since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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