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[Goferring]

I have been to all those places in my 56 Phil trips and with the exception of Ozamis they were all fun and enjoyable. Not much going on in Ozamiz as its very small. I would say CDO, Davao are the best But I picked up girls or chatmates in Gen San at tuna park and the Plaza in the evening hours.

Thanks for that. Yes, I've been to Davao / Samal several times and have always enjoyed them. CDO and Gensan also have come with good reputations and online research of Ozamis shows some willing and gorgeous girls. Of course, reality is sometimes different once boots on the ground but we'll see.

I'm still undecided about turning west or south after CDO but I'll make that decision when I'm there.

Cheers. G.

[Nightrider1]

I'm planning a trip across northern Mindanao: fly into Surigao, overland to Butuan and CDO, then either west to Illigan and Ozamis or south to Davao and Gensan.

If anyone has been to any of these and has some must do's / not do's, please let me know.

I'll be mostly operating online but, similarly, if there are good places to meet and greet, pass them on too.

Obviously, any residents who would like to meet over a beer and swap stories, just PM me.

Cheers. G.

I have been to all those places in my 56 Phil trips and with the exception of Ozamis they were all fun and enjoyable. Not much going on in Ozamiz as its very small. I would say CDO, Davao are the best But I picked up girls or chatmates in Gen San at tuna park and the Plaza in the evening hours. Many years ago CDO had night cafe where they closed the downtown city streets on Friday and Saturday nights, and had live bands and food and drink vendors. It was very nice but the new mayor closed it down Why I have no idea. Iligan has some nice waterfalls and Butuan a good museum.

I would say the best Mindanao city is Davao. Peoples Park is a nice place to stroll any time of day and chat up the girls that come there to walk or jog or hang out. Malls are exceptionally nice. I like ecoland SM myself but there are many others. Its probably the cleanest city and safest because Duterte was Mayor years ago and ruled with an iron fist. I believe his son is the nayor now there and his daughter was mayor after her pappa got the be Presedent. Have fun and I know you will.

[Goferring]

I'm planning a trip across northern Mindanao: fly into Surigao, overland to Butuan and CDO, then either west to Illigan and Ozamis or south to Davao and Gensan.

If anyone has been to any of these and has some must do's / not do's, please let me know.

I'll be mostly operating online but, similarly, if there are good places to meet and greet, pass them on too.

Obviously, any residents who would like to meet over a beer and swap stories, just PM me.

Cheers. G.

[PhilJoy]

Philippines Red Cat website (nightlife-and-filipina-girls-in-palawan) lists a few places where it states there is some action.

I've found Philippines Red Cat to be handy on a couple of occasions Pez. Then again, the helpful hints from guys on forums like this are great too. It's also good to know you can get very recent info and opinions, especially when travelling to, or are in places in The Philippines you haven't been to before_ Phil.

[Pez612]

Anything at all here? Lots of massage parlors! Any action in those?

Philippines Red Cat website (nightlife-and-filipina-girls-in-palawan) lists a few places where it states there is some action. I'm a massage parlor kinda guy myself so hoping there is some massage happy endings.

[PhilJoy]

Anything at all here? Lots of massage parlors! Any action in those?

Hi Mike. Unsure. But let us know how you went. Always looking for new places to check out after getting the business out of the way in Manila. Cheers Phil.

[Mike Stud]

Anything at all here? Lots of massage parlors! Any action in those?

[PhilJoy]

Do you mean the night time freelancers or the daytime foot traffic? Freelancers ebb and flow: numbers build until they become too much competition for the bribe paying bars who then have them cleared out. The cycle repeats it's self. Most are ex bar workers and there is often a reason why they no longer can work in the bar. Daytime foot traffic includes many bargirls just walking around doing their daily chores. Many are open to a overtime. The stools at the front of Big Apple make a great vantage point to watch or make a selection.

Are you talking about the small eatery between the Big Apple and the water? It was extremely popular with the girls due to cheap and well cooked local dishes. See above for enticing girls.

There has always been a colourful group associated with the ownership and management of the Big Apple. Some have been great guys but, yes, some have been "different". The same can be said for it's customers: everything from mom, dad and the kids to dead bodies have occupied the rooms..

Hi G and thanks for the feedback.

No I was referring to the bar at the front of Big Apple in the alley. They refer to as a cafe. For some reason. I don't think they do coffee judging by the pole beside the bar.

They ask for lady drinks, but it's obviously not that sort of place. Just a regular bar from the look of things on my last visit. Was just wondering if anyone has had any luck with any of the girls in there.

Phil.

[WestCoast1]

Getting out of the city can be a net gain. Picture time once again. Enjoy.

[Goferring]

Also wondering if anyone's had any luck with any of the girls in the bar out the front of The Big Apple?

For some strange reason I think they refer to it as a cafe. The pole by the bar suggests otherwise.

On one previous visit for a beer towards the end of the bar alley, the manager seemed like a *****, but the girls looked nice.

Do you mean the night time freelancers or the daytime foot traffic? Freelancers ebb and flow: numbers build until they become too much competition for the bribe paying bars who then have them cleared out. The cycle repeats it's self. Most are ex bar workers and there is often a reason why they no longer can work in the bar. Daytime foot traffic includes many bargirls just walking around doing their daily chores. Many are open to a overtime. The stools at the front of Big Apple make a great vantage point to watch or make a selection.

Are you talking about the small eatery between the Big Apple and the water? It was extremely popular with the girls due to cheap and well cooked local dishes. See above for enticing girls.

There has always been a colourful group associated with the ownership and management of the Big Apple. Some have been great guys but, yes, some have been "different". The same can be said for it's customers: everything from mom, dad and the kids to dead bodies have occupied the rooms.

Enjoy your stay but I'm afraid Sabang saw it's best days years ago.

G.

[PhilJoy]

Hi all,

Heading back to Sabang soon, only because it's fairly easy to get to from Manila and near some water.

Just wondering if anyone's been there recently and what the scene's like now?

It's over a year since my last visit.

Also wondering if anyone's had any luck with any of the girls in the bar out the front of The Big Apple?

For some strange reason I think they refer to it as a cafe. The pole by the bar suggests otherwise.

On one previous visit for a beer towards the end of the bar alley, the manager seemed like a *****, but the girls looked nice.

They tried to hit me up for lady drinks at the time but there was never any mention of 'extras'.

Thanks in advance Phil.

[PhilJoy]

True there is a better suited section, but FYI, as far as feedback, I think there are better options in the area for the same or better money. If you and your company like the pool, and will be using the pool, then the wild orchid has the best pool set up. The main complex is located on the mountain side of the road, and across the road are the beach rooms. I do prefer the beach rooms over the main rooms mostly because there is a bar and dining area just outside of the rooms. "Close" is relative, but for me, no its not close to the action. Orchid is located on / in baloy beach while the action is on the main road in barretto. Yes it is close as you can easily walk it, but I always trike it, so it is not close for me. Not exactly sure you would want to be walking that trek in the dark anyway. More middle of the action would probably central park (never stayed there, but I have heard about it).

Thanks so much Transporter.

I really appreciate the advice offered in this forum.

I'll check out some other options but they seem limited when I'll be travelling.

I've done many places in the Philippines but the only time I stayed in Subic was in the Freeport Zone with work years ago.

I'll be staying at the Wild Orchid in Angeles later this year for a few nights between work commitments.

Phil.

[Transporter]

Hi Guys,
Just wondering if anyone could give some feedback on the Wild Orchid Hotel in Subic?
I've stayed at the Angeles property and have never had a problem, but most of the reviews I've read about the Subic hotel aren't great.
I assume it's relatively close to the action and it's also under different management than the Angeles hotel by the same name.
There just doesn't seem to be many other options in town when I plan to stop by.
Thanks in advance.Phil.

True there is a better suited section, but FYI, as far as feedback, I think there are better options in the area for the same or better money. If you and your company like the pool, and will be using the pool, then the wild orchid has the best pool set up. The main complex is located on the mountain side of the road, and across the road are the beach rooms. I do prefer the beach rooms over the main rooms mostly because there is a bar and dining area just outside of the rooms. "Close" is relative, but for me, no its not close to the action. Orchid is located on / in baloy beach while the action is on the main road in barretto. Yes it is close as you can easily walk it, but I always trike it, so it is not close for me. Not exactly sure you would want to be walking that trek in the dark anyway. More middle of the action would probably central park (never stayed there, but I have heard about it).

[PhilJoy]

Hi Guys,

Just wondering if anyone could give some feedback on the Wild Orchid Hotel in Subic?

I've stayed at the Angeles property and have never had a problem, but most of the reviews I've read about the Subic hotel aren't great.

I assume it's relatively close to the action and it's also under different management than the Angeles hotel by the same name.

There just doesn't seem to be many other options in town when I plan to stop by..

Sorry guys. Just realized this should have been a Subic post.

Phil.

[PhilJoy]

Hi Guys,

Just wondering if anyone could give some feedback on the Wild Orchid Hotel in Subic?

I've stayed at the Angeles property and have never had a problem, but most of the reviews I've read about the Subic hotel aren't great.

I assume it's relatively close to the action and it's also under different management than the Angeles hotel by the same name.

There just doesn't seem to be many other options in town when I plan to stop by.

Thanks in advance.

Phil.