Manila

[QUOTE=Pussycat123;2897565]Sorry to say but when I was in Manila in 2022 it was weak. I went to Dimples in Burgos St and the lineup was awful. Plan B was already closed. Then I went to Malate and it was just overpriced blue ball KTVs. I didn't even bother with LA cafe. People are saying AC is bad but its still ten times better than Manila. Plus getting around Manila is a nightmare. Public transport sucks and it took about three Jeepneys to get from Makati to Divisoria.[/QUOTE]I must admit, Manila isn't the most tourist-friendly city. For relaxation and recreation, I would recommend Bangkok. I travel to Manila frequently for work, visiting two to three times a year.

However, I find Bangkok to be a more enjoyable city overall. The prices in Bangkok are generally more reasonable, and in my personal opinion, the women there are more attractive.

FYI. Makati-Divisoria is 2 train raids if you're coming from Gbelt, less traffic and a bit cooler than the jeeps.

Is EDSA Entertainment plaza still open in Manila. I heard it burned down is this true. I will be returning soon and curious to visit it if its still open.

[QUOTE=BadSanta;2897946]FYI. Makati-Divisoria is 2 train raids if you're coming from Gbelt, less traffic and a bit cooler than the jeeps.[/QUOTE]I was staying in a pretty high end place called Valero Grand Suites in Makati.

I asked the concierge and reception desk staff how to get to Divisoria street market by train, because my companion wanted to go shopping there. None of them had a clue. So we ended up taking the Jeepneys.

Lets face it guys, Phils is not know for producing rocket scientists.

[QUOTE=Pussycat123;2898006]I was staying in a pretty high end place called Valero Grand Suites in Makati.

I asked the concierge and reception desk staff how to get to Divisoria street market by train, because my companion wanted to go shopping there. None of them had a clue. So we ended up taking the Jeepneys.

Lets face it guys, Phils is not know for producing rocket scientists.[/QUOTE]From GBelt, probably 2 trains:

#1: The MRT, southwest, from the nearby Buendia station. Get off at the Taft station.

#2: Take the LRT, north, from the Taft station to the Divisoria area.

Someone else check that.

[QUOTE=WestCoast1;2898020]From GBelt, probably 2 trains:

#1: The MRT, southwest, from the nearby Buendia station. Get off at the Taft station.

#2: Take the LRT, north, from the Taft station to the Divisoria area.

Someone else check that.[/QUOTE]WC1 -.

It's likely you'll be closer to Ayala Station than Buendia Station if you're staying around Gbelt. Personally, I prefer Ayala Station, not just for the convenience, but also for the enjoyable walk. Passing through the malls allows me to window-shop and provides a welcome cool-down from the Philippine heat.

LRT. Taft - Recto station (walk 15 minutes or take a trike) and your there in Divisoria.

I took a friend out to Dvisoria (DV) and, surprisingly, he had a ball. Each time we talk about our trip to DV he couldn't wipe out that grin of his gringo face.

[QUOTE=ChrisLong;2897996]Is EDSA Entertainment plaza still open in Manila. I heard it burned down is this true. I will be returning soon and curious to visit it if its still open.[/QUOTE]You will have to find other establishments, Mr. Long.

[QUOTE=BadSanta;2898112]WC1 -.

It's likely you'll be closer to Ayala Station than Buendia Station if you're staying around Gbelt. Personally, I prefer Ayala Station, not just for the convenience, but also for the enjoyable walk. Passing through the malls allows me to window-shop and provides a welcome cool-down from the Philippine heat.

LRT. Taft - Recto station (walk 15 minutes or take a trike) and your there in Divisoria.

I took a friend out to Dvisoria (DV) and, surprisingly, he had a ball. Each time we talk about our trip to DV he couldn't wipe out that grin of his gringo face.[/QUOTE]Mea culpa. GOOD Santa!

[QUOTE=Transporter;2827717]Exclusively, been my go to method for the last 9 years.[/QUOTE]Hi mate clear your inbox please it s full. I can't reply to you.

[QUOTE=Pussycat123;2898006]I was staying in a pretty high end place called Valero Grand Suites in Makati.

I asked the concierge and reception desk staff how to get to Divisoria street market by train, because my companion wanted to go shopping there. None of them had a clue. So we ended up taking the Jeepneys.

Lets face it guys, Phils is not know for producing rocket scientists.[/QUOTE]Just be aware that taking the public transit trains in Manila isn't like taking similar metros in Japan, Singapore, Europe, etc. It can make Tokyo at rush hour look positively roomy by comparison: Long lines often JUST TO GET IN to the station, long line to get a ticket, long line to get through the turnstile, the area after the turnstile chock a block with people waiting to get downstairs to the platform. Of course the train will be cattle car packed. Often (or mostly) the trains don't have air conditioning. Keep track of your pockets and your valuables! Also, be aware that when you transfer from MRT to LRT at Taft that it's not the seamless process that most other places have. You will go completely out of the turnstiles and out of the MRT Taft station, walk up and down stairs fighting crowds all the way. Then for the LRT you will start the process again of getting in the station, getting a new ticket, going through turnstiles again, etc. Maybe some will want to try it once just for the adventure. But for repeat visits I think you'll end up agreeing that you might as well pay a bit more for a taxi.

[QUOTE=ChrisLong;2897996]Is EDSA Entertainment plaza still open in Manila. I heard it burned down is this true. I will be returning soon and curious to visit it if its still open.[/QUOTE]Like many things, it didn't survive the plandemic and the catastrophic (especially in the Phils) overreaction thereof. Really, it was on its last legs even before that. Modern times and new ways of working 'the profession' were already taking their toll. The Chinese cooties were just a kind of mercy killing. When passing by the area last year, the space appears to live on as a combination motorbike parking garage and office / classrooms on the upper floor.

Hi Guys,

I am heading to Manilla but have the wife with me, I was considering a massage place but my past experiances, I prefer a girl to the apartment / hotel.

I was hoping some of you could help with some questions, wife wants more shopping, so I was looking at the MOA area and on airbnb found some good apartments, one of two suggest registration is needed, are tehse not girl friendly and therefore look at others? Are their any reasnably priced hotels in the area?

Secondly with inviting girls from pinalove etc, is it eash enougth to get a girl for a few hours in the afternoon?

Is it better to get an apartment or a hotel in Manilla?

[QUOTE=SamSam2;2898227]Hi Guys,

I am heading to Manilla but have the wife with me, I was considering a massage place but my past experiances, I prefer a girl to the apartment / hotel.

I was hoping some of you could help with some questions, wife wants more shopping, so I was looking at the MOA area and on airbnb found some good apartments, one of two suggest registration is needed, are tehse not girl friendly and therefore look at others? Are their any reasnably priced hotels in the area?

Secondly with inviting girls from pinalove etc, is it eash enougth to get a girl for a few hours in the afternoon?

Is it better to get an apartment or a hotel in Manilla?[/QUOTE]Mall of Asia (MOA) has everything under the sun, but be warned, it gets crazy crowded. I don't know much about airbnb // hotel scene.

OR.

Greenbelt and Glorietta are fancy, connected malls with all the high-end stores, and the best part -- They're mostly indoors, so no melting in the PI heat. Not so pricey AirBnBs (studios around $35-$50 a night), but they might require a few days' stay.

My suggestion. Take her to Greenbelt then Go to P. Burgos. P. Burgos has hotels catering to specific interests, it's a 10-15 minute taxi ride from Greenbelt (depending on traffic).

[QUOTE=SamSam2;2898227]Secondly with inviting girls from pinalove etc, is it eash enougth to get a girl for a few hours in the afternoon?

Is it better to get an apartment or a hotel in Manilla?[/QUOTE]Getting girls online is extremely easy. Numbers are a little lower midday but it's still very possible.

The problem will be meeting at an agreed time. Pina attitudes and Manila transport conspire to have the girls arrive late most of the time. Most mongers would regard 30 minutes to 2 hours late as nothing unusual. This could pose problems for you if you have a set time window that wifie will be out shopping.

Things to do to improve your chances of success:

Stay in an area with lots of girls or that is very easy for them to get to eg Central Makati.

Reduce your search radius to 5 or 10 miles. You don't have the time for girls to travel across town.

Be prepared to pay top dollar. The more restrictions and conditions that you have, the more incentives you have to give.

I'm not too sure how flexible you are on time. Getting away in the evening 'for drinks with the boys' would be much easier: grab a girl from Burgos and straight to a ST Hotel 3 minutes later.

Enjoy. G.

I decided against a two-day fun stopover in Manila mostly because I got scared reading reports on prices. 8 K to 10 K Pesos for Short Time seems excessive. I remember Angeles being half price but there is not much else to do there and at my age, I can only have so much fun in one day. I'm wondering if Cebu might be a good choice for 2 or 3 days. Are there many options there and can someone please provide prices? Thanks.

[QUOTE=GreenToad;2898518]I decided against a two-day fun stopover in Manila mostly because I got scared reading reports on prices. 8 K to 10 K Pesos for Short Time seems excessive. I remember Angeles being half price but there is not much else to do there and at my age, I can only have so much fun in one day. I'm wondering if Cebu might be a good choice for 2 or 3 days. Are there many options there and can someone please provide prices? Thanks.[/QUOTE]Depends on what sort of 2-3 days you want to spend. More to do and better restaurants, bars etc. In Manila. More upscale than Cebu. But you're correct prices much higher. I stayed by Greenbelt in Makati and used PL for my girls. Definitely found the P2 P scene on Burgos a turnoff.

Cebu City is dirt poor and not a lot of restaurants, bars etc. However, prices for girls are much lower. Problem with Cebu is the girls find it hard to travel to your hotel because it's fucking difficult to get around or they live on outskirts of town. Also, many have day jobs or school so are available only select hours. I stayed by Ayala Mall for 2 days so at least there is stuff to do (restaurants, bars) and then went to Sheraton Mactan for beach 2 days. Besides a few hookers in mall area at Ayala in CC you'll need to rely on online game. I found DIA to be better than PL in CC.

If I had 2-3 days in one location or the other, I'd choose CC over Manila. Plan ahead like maybe 2-3 weeks before and get DIA and PL.