Angeles City

[QUOTE=Tomasb;1668803]Speaking of safety and statistics, there was an article in PHP Star this morning about a 67 year old American and his Filipina GF who were found murdered in his apartment in Angeles. Their bodies were found yesterday and they had both been knifed numerous times and the girls hands were tied to the bed. The parents of the girl alerted the Angeles PD because they had not heard from her for several days. The police also found an emptied vault next to the American and her cell phone and other items were missing. Obviously, a a robbery appears to be the reason for the crimes.[/QUOTE]A person has to consider. Both Angeles and Manila have large numbers of all the elements to draw the worst of society.

Large "Sex" trade, Casino's. So gambling, and a drugs which are now an issue.

These elements attract those with money. And those who job it is to "separate" people from their money.

Always be on guard in both cities.

[QUOTE=NTambay;1668464]From a Pinoy guy to any traveler: No, no and NO to street food! [/QUOTE]JP was referring to street girls, not street food (although one could argue the point that girls are food, LOL).

[QUOTE=RandMcNasty;1668299]I'll be leaving some more detailed reports as they come. I think this post could be beneficial for people who like me RTFF as much as possible but still make dumb ass mistakes when unexpected things happen, or because I don't stand my ground quickly enough.SNIP
I didn't get to AC until about 3:30 am I think. I just walked around and refused to buy anything from anyone, also given that I decided not to check in until the morning, so I couldn't BF anyone except for a ST room, which I've kind of decided not to do.[/QUOTE]I'll presume you were too cheap to rent a room at your regular hotel for the night you arrived? After traveling 30+ hours to get there, and being in the confused state of mind you already mentioned, just meandering around at 3:30 am was probably not the wisest thing anyone to do. For future reference, you could have gotten an inexpensive room at the Tune hotel ( I think you can get them there for 12 hours), showered and crashed until you were able to check in at your regular hotel; or, for that matter, gotten a room at any number of cheap hotels. You would have also then had a place to a girl to and not had to have relied on finding a ST room based on a girl's recommendation, which is never a good idea!

Thanks BTW for your reports, makes interesting reading and reminds me of my first visit.

[QUOTE=PipJaeger;1669138]I'll presume you were too cheap to rent a room at your regular hotel for the night you arrived? After traveling 30+ hours to get there, and being in the confused state of mind you already mentioned, just meandering around at 3:30 am was probably not the wisest thing anyone to do. For future reference, you could have gotten an inexpensive room at the Tune hotel for 12 hours, showered and crashed until you were able to check in at your regular hotel; or, for that matter, gotten a room at any number of cheap hotels. You would have also then had a place to a girl to and not had to have relied on finding a ST room based on a girl's recommendation, which is never a good idea!

Thanks BTW for your reports, makes interesting reading and reminds me of my first visit.[/QUOTE]To Pip Jaeger.

I am also arriving next month from HK flight arrive at 1. 30 am royal aprartelle charge full rate even after midnight so can I get a decend st hotel for around 1000 p.

Fast eddie 48.

[QUOTE=FastEddie48;1669141]To Pip Jaeger.

I am also arriving next month from HK flight arrive at 1. 30 am royal aprartelle charge full rate even after midnight so can I get a decend st hotel for around 1000 p.

Fast eddie 48.[/QUOTE]Sorry FE, other then Tune I can't personally recommend one on or near Field's, maybe someone else can help. You could try the SoGo, but it's up near the Dau bus terminal.

[QUOTE=FastEddie48;1669141]To Pip Jaeger.

I am also arriving next month from HK flight arrive at 1. 30 am royal aprartelle charge full rate even after midnight so can I get a decend st hotel for around 1000 p.

Fast eddie 48[/QUOTE]I believe Scorebirds Hotel near the Pacific Breeze offers short-time rates. I forget what the charge was for 3 hours but I think it was reasonable. I had stayed there last June 2014 and they had short-time rooms available. The rooms were nice but the music from High Society was audible in the hotel rooms.

[QUOTE=SxRay;1669184]I believe Scorebirds Hotel near the Pacific Breeze offers short-time rates. I forget what the charge was for 3 hours but I think it was reasonable. I had stayed there last June 2014 and they had short-time rooms available. The rooms were nice but the music from High Society was audible in the hotel rooms.[/QUOTE]Unless they have changed. . . Scorebirds was offering ST room at 500 php for 3 hours. I think the ST rooms are interior rooms (I. E. No windows) a little on the small side but nice enough and the CR is good enough. Everything was new and the rooms had a flat screen TV.

[QUOTE=FastEddie48;1669141]To Pip Jaeger.

I am also arriving next month from HK flight arrive at 1. 30 am royal aprartelle charge full rate even after midnight so can I get a decend st hotel for around 1000 p.

Fast eddie 48.[/QUOTE]I think I recall that even the hotel over the Centauro bar was advertising rooms starting at 950 php. Whether they have any actual rooms at that rate, I don't know. That would be a little closer than the Tune hotel which is a bit further down the Perimeter road. Depending on your arrival method (car / trike etc.) that may not be a problem as you can have your driver drop you at the Tune and make your way to your regular hotel the next day.

Munch.

[QUOTE=RadicalGuy;1668265]Has anyone tried using Uber to get from the Manila airport to AC?

RG.[/QUOTE]Darn good question. Someone needs to try it. According to Uber's website, form the Manila airport to Angeles city it is:

UberX ₱659-865.

UberBLACK ₱1,264-1,656.

Thems good prices.

You are correct. I crave the bearded clams LOL.

[QUOTE=Waffles;1669247]Darn good question. Someone needs to try it. According to Uber's website, form the Manila airport to Angeles city it is:

UberX ₱659-865.

UberBLACK ₱1,264-1,656.

Thems good prices.[/QUOTE]I saw exactly the same thing. But that's just a computer- generated figure based merely on rate-per KM or whatever. The driver would still need to accept the assignment. Well, I'm arriving in Manila late morning of Feb. 6. I'll give it a shot and post the results.

RG.

[QUOTE=FastEddie48;1669141]To Pip Jaeger.

I am also arriving next month from HK flight arrive at 1. 30 am royal aprartelle charge full rate even after midnight so can I get a decend st hotel for around 1000 p.

Fast eddie 48.[/QUOTE]Devera Hotel has its smallest rooms listed at 1200. I would not want to stay in them long term (very small), but with good beds more than sufficient for a night or two of sleep.

I stayed at Scorebirds last week and the price you mentioned they had posted on a card at the front desk.

[QUOTE=CaptMunch;1669211]Unless they have changed. . . Scorebirds was offering ST room at 500 php for 3 hours. I think the ST rooms are interior rooms (I. E. No windows) a little on the small side but nice enough and the CR is good enough. Everything was new and the rooms had a flat screen TV.

I think I recall that even the hotel over the Centauro bar was advertising rooms starting at 950 php. Whether they have any actual rooms at that rate, I don't know. That would be a little closer than the Tune hotel which is a bit further down the Perimeter road. Depending on your arrival method (car / trike etc.) that may not be a problem as you can have your driver drop you at the Tune and make your way to your regular hotel the next day.

Munch.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=ThatGuy865;1669018]A person has to consider. Both Angeles and Manila have large numbers of all the elements to draw the worst of society.

Large "Sex" trade, Casino's. So gambling, and a drugs which are now an issue.

These elements attract those with money. And those who job it is to "separate" people from their money.

Always be on guard in both cities.[/QUOTE]I have found the simplest way of avoiding 90%+ of all problems in either places is wear a coat of armor constructed of complete indifference to any person who attempts to communicate with me on the street. I just treat them all if they are just buzzing bees and tune our whatever they are offering me. I don't say no, I don't shake my head I don't meet their eyes, I always walk at a brisk pace and find they always will get out of the way. On the rare occasions its a pretty girl on the street I may engage with them don't get me wrong, I am a monger after all. But I have found there is nothing positive to be gained by engaging any male in the street in any sort of conversation and much to be lost including my time which is precious when I am there. If I actually do need a taxi or trike I will specifically pick one who is quiet as he will be the one least likely to try to milk me.

I have found the same principle applies to the bar girls. The one who is the first to plop into your lap upon arrival, or grabs your dick is the one least likely to give you an all night GFE and stay for a romantic breakfast. I have had the best luck with the ones who are quietly sitting with their legs crossed looking like they don't even belong there. Those are the ones recently arrived from the province who haven't learned how to play the games and still view the job as a dating method.

If you stick to being the initiator in all forms of interaction with all individuals in manila metro and AC you may come off like a complete prick as I know I do but you will avoid most all problems and come to appreciate the time not wasted.

By the way there is an entire thread devoted to AC hotels so take your thoughts on that subject over there please so RTFF can become a less jumbled time waster as well.

[QUOTE=Psychman;1669339]Devera Hotel has its smallest rooms listed at 1200. I would not want to stay in them long term (very small), but with good beds more than sufficient for a night or two of sleep.[/QUOTE]To Psychman.

I stay at the Devera before the JR Standard is ok no window yes room is very small still larger than the room at the Tune, they are book full all the time, I have check all the short time hotel in AC they are all run down dump.

Fast eddie 48.

How often are pool parties held in Angeles City? Is it only certain hotels?