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Yeah AC knows what's up. I usually stay a day or two in Makati and then a couple weeks in AC. That will be my plan going forward. I await some boots on the ground reporting.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;2657605]AC would be the best bet for that. Beavis' good reporting shows it to be different than my (and others, such as GE) experiences elsewhere.[/QUOTE]
Actually my plan in March or April is 3 weeks in PH. 2 weeks in AC, and then pick the girl I like the most and spend the next week with her in El Nido or some similar beach local. I haven't exactly worked this out but I think this would be ideal.
One bit of advice I would give anyone coming to the PH is this. Be respectful and follow all of the rules in place, regardless of how stupid they may seem to be adhere to what is asked of you. People here have missed out on a lot since Covid hit and every chance they see to take advantage of you they will. Don't develop an attitude because think you shouldn't have to follow a certain set of rules. You will be asked to fill out a contract tracing form pretty much everywhere you go with name, address, phone#, ect, you are required to wear a facemask at all times in public. Also you will have to have your temperature taken and show proof of vaccination to enter most establishments. That's just how things are now so if you have even a slight problem with this stay home. The cops would have no problem whatsoever of hauling you to the Barangay hall and / or extorting money from you. If you are anti-vaccination you definitely don't want to come here. To begin with you probably won't be able to board a flight but if you did get here without being vaxed there is very little you will be able to do.
There is still plenty of fun to be had but get used to having your temperature taken and filling out a form every time you go anywhere. If you go to 3 restaurants a day and 10 bars yes you will fill out 13 forms and have your temperature taken 13 times. Granted there are some places that are a little more relaxed than others but look for the cops to be on the prowl to fine any foreigner that thinks their rules do not apply. Some places will accept a photo of your vax cards. Easiest way is to make a copy of the original, have it laminated and carry it with you at all times. Probably a good idea to make a couple of spare copies also. Many things have changed. Lots of businesses did not survive. Some may return and some will not, leave your bad attitudes in your home country and come have fun. I sure there will be plenty of visitors that will learn the hard way.
I just saw on one of those generic Walking Street YouTubes that High Society has reopened as Gold night club. Hopefully it continues the same tradition of high end and sophisticated entertainment. 😜.
G.
[QUOTE=Beavis;2658069]Be respectful and follow all of the rules in place, regardless of how stupid they may seem to be adhere to what is asked of you. People here have missed out on a lot since Covid hit and every chance they see to take advantage of you they will. Don't develop an attitude because think you shouldn't have to follow a certain set of rules. You will be asked to fill out a contract tracing form pretty much everywhere you go with name, address, phone#, ect, you are required to wear a facemask at all times in public. Also you will have to have your temperature taken and show proof of vaccination to enter most establishments. That's just how things are now so if you have even a slight problem with this stay home.
There is still plenty of fun to be had but get used to having your temperature taken and filling out a form every time you go anywhere. If you go to 3 restaurants a day and 10 bars yes you will fill out 13 forms and have your temperature taken 13 times. Granted there are some places that are a little more relaxed than others but look for the cops to be on the prowl to fine any foreigner that thinks their rules do not apply. .[/QUOTE]This sounds dystopian as fuck. Covid is about as bad as a seasonal cold now, why are things still like this? I guess too many rational people are afraid to speak up for fear of being called "anti-vaxx". SMH. We only have a handful of years left on this planet, we need to quit wasting them obsessing over germs.
I keep a close eye on those youtube videos. Gold Club is set up exactly like a girly bar. Curved couches looking at a stage. Doesn't seem at all like Hiso. I hope it's the new Hiso but I doubt it.
[QUOTE=Goferring;2658429]I just saw on one of those generic Walking Street YouTubes that High Society has reopened as Gold night club. Hopefully it continues the same tradition of high end and sophisticated entertainment. 😜.
G.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=FuriousGeorge;2657706]Actually my plan in March or April is 3 weeks in PH. 2 weeks in AC, and then pick the girl I like the most and spend the next week with her in El Nido or some similar beach local. I haven't exactly worked this out but I think this would be ideal.[/QUOTE]Good things await those in-country soon. Anywhere in-country.
In planning future travel, does anyone know of bus availability from T3 to Angeles City. The bus company, hours and cost?
[QUOTE=Dg8787;2658549]In planning future travel, does anyone know of bus availability from T3 to Angeles City. The bus company, hours and cost?[/QUOTE]Victory Liner is the bus company. It runs every couple hours to Angeles. Costs very minimal in pesos. 150 pesos, as I recall.
[QUOTE=NeilGeorge;2658644]Victory Liner is the bus company. It runs every couple hours to Angeles. Costs very minimal in pesos. 150 pesos, as I recall.[/QUOTE]Thanks.
I remember now it was Genesis Bus from T3 to SM City Clark mall and vise versa. Online it states the latest bus is 5:00 pm. Price is P400. It was a nice luxury bus with free WiFi.
I'm hoping Beeway Travel opens back up. I enjoyed the comfortable ride from Makati to Angeles. Private nice car for 2500, all by myself. If anyone knows an alternative, let me know.
[QUOTE=CrowExplorer;2658432]This sounds dystopian as fuck. Covid is about as bad as a seasonal cold now, why are things still like this? I guess too many rational people are afraid to speak up for fear of being called "anti-vaxx". SMH. We only have a handful of years left on this planet, we need to quit wasting them obsessing over germs.[/QUOTE]So be it that is how it is. This is their country, we don't get to make the rules. That is why this was posted, if you are going to have a problem with the way things are you shouldn't visit.
[QUOTE=FuriousGeorge;2659035]I'm hoping Beeway Travel opens back up. I enjoyed the comfortable ride from Makati to Angeles. Private nice car for 2500, all by myself. If anyone knows an alternative, let me know.[/QUOTE]Years ago I used a private car for 2700 plus tip. It would take 3+ hours from AC to NAIA. 2 hours of stop and go traffic. I had no complaints about the private car. My flight out was 10 pm. It was just a terrible end to my satisfying trip.
I decided to go to Manila a day or 2 earlier and bring my best girl or two with me and stay at a hotel near the airport. No more stress of getting to the airport and what to do with the extra time waiting. I would get a late check out to 6 pm. Have dinner and then to the airport at 7 pm.
Later I discovered Cebu Pacific flight from Clark to Singapore. No more travel to Manila. I would stay a few days in Singapore enjoying their great food and then a non stop flight home.
Hardest part of the trip has always been from Manila to AC and back to Manila.
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Hardest part of the trip has always been from Manila to AC and back to Manila.[/QUOTE]Agreed. Best to pick your time and day. Avoid Friday after work at all costs. Even mid week peak hour can add hours to the trip. Most of that time is just getting out of Manila. If my flight must be at a bad time I will stay a night / leave the day before and travel early morning.
[QUOTE=FuriousGeorge;2659035]I'm hoping Beeway Travel opens back up. I enjoyed the comfortable ride from Makati to Angeles. Private nice car for 2500, all by myself. If anyone knows an alternative, let me know.[/QUOTE]If you are looking for a meet and greet style experience, When in doubt call Kokomo's (+63 (45) 892-0509) they have / had a travel agency in the small room next to the restaurant, they have never failed me, their rates are always reasonable.