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Jackson,

Thank you for your intervention. I have followed the same flaming across 3 boards now and enough is enough. Thanks from a member.

Rio.

Ball 44,

"Where can I rent a GSM phone? Is there a shop in the Manila airport? If so, where is it exactly and how late is it open. I only ask the time because I'm arriving late (11:30 p.m.). I understand that SIM cards are plentiful and cheap, but you need a GSM phone which I don't have. Thanks for any information."

You are better off either bringing an unlocked Triband GSM phone with you, or just pick up a used phone the next day. There are phone shops all over and you can probably get a good nokia for a few thousand pesos.

I have seen rentals (Online) and it would be cheaper just to buy one. if you don't need it when you leave it will make a great tip for someone!

Vent,

For mongering and absolutely nothing else, Angeles would be your best bet. IMHO.

FD

The chip is around 270 pesos with some airtime. Yes, you can buy a used phone for 100 USD, which is decent.

Go to the malls, there are many there.

I think getting a cell phone depends on how long you want to be there. It is consider a toy there in the Philippines, and a necessity item to have to run around in the Philippines. You cannot use a pay phone, or a regular phone to call a cell phone. Believe me, I try, that is why I have a tri-band phone that I use when I am in all of Asia. I really need it, but I don't like the Pussies calling me all the time I have a girlfriend, and it ain't too cool have all the ladies call you, when she is around, lol!

What a Wonderful sight this is. It has been so informative. My wife and I are heading to the Philippines in the early part of May, It will be my first time. My wife being a native of the Philippines is somewhat leary of letting me roam freely over there, and I must say after finding and reviewing some of the posting's in here I can see why, the way in which you guys describe it. My God, it sounds like the true defination of Paradise. She will be visiting her family over there, I met her about ten years ago over here in the States, and although I truly do Love this woman with all of my Heart. Umm, the idea of not at least having a little fun over there seems almost criminal to me. I mean life is short, right? And taking into account that this is my first vacation in years. I can see no harm in it. I suppose my question would be along these lines. Umm, I am sure that a lot of you too, are also married, and so, How do you manage it? I had come to the conclusion that I will probably have to rent two hotel rooms. The one that She and I can meet up in, and the one to 'party' in, as for the Girls That I meet. I think it would be best just to be honest regarding my marital status, I have managed to meet a few woman on here in the chat rooms, and have been totally honest in this regard, and so far umm. It seems not to be a problem and they have still been very open to meeting me. My buddies at work keep giving me a hard time about my trip as they are like 'Ohhhh Dudde, why are you bringing sand to the beach?' Don't bring your wife to P.I.! But since this trip is essentially for her. I really have no choice in the matter. Well guys, thanks for all the info and when I get back I will be sure to share my experiances.

Peace,

Camelot

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Camelot,

Most of us here in this site are not married. I do have my Woman and Daughter in Leyte at my home here. My Firm and my personal residence are both here in USA.

For my info check Cebu and Davao where the "Davao Team" Rules. My trip in 3 days will be Trip # 76 to S.E. Asia from USA and Trip # 62 to the Philippines. I speak 4 languages and some Vasayan, language of Leyte where my Family lives.

No one here EVER listens to my advice but you may be the 1 exception. So here goes:

1) DO NOT get a 2nd room at the Hotel unless you want to be divorced. Get a room at a second Hotel or go to one of the Clubs mentioned in my Posts where you can get a VIP Room for 1- 4 hours.

2) I alwyas travel for at least a week with my Family. I insist on "discretion" by the Hotel Staff. in the Philippines this is almost impossible to get, but I stay at the same Hotels, bring gifts oF fine American whiskey for the Hotel Manager, Asst Mgr and Chocolates for the ladies at reception. No women are EVER told I am at the Hotel when my Woman and Daughter are with me. I tip the Bartenders and others also, very handsomely, I might add.

3) Arrange for "free time" on your own when your wife goes to visit her Family. To be honest, you will probably find it unbelievably boring hanging with her Family. There must be something you enjoy doing that requires a couple days on your own away from her "Group". Scuba diving near Dumaguete City, shopping in Cebu City, meeting old friends in Davao (PM us ), etc.

4) No One in her Family can be trusted to be discreet no matter how much you pay them. On leyte, I do not even look at another Woman, and there are 1,000's of beautiul ladies there. Read Posts in "other Areas', Davao, Cebu and Manila for ideas. Go back to Jan 1, 2004 at least.

Good Luck

Dragon Slayer

Yes, it is true that they don't care if you are married, or not. Of course, it depends on the girls. If you are meet the one to have a good time, then they don't care. Some are hoping that you will leave your wife, and some are just hoping that they can be you mistress, so that you can support them. They are willing to have a baby with you, so that you can send them so money.

The bottom line is that they are looking for a better life, or a steady income stream to support them, or their families.

I talked to some Filipinos, and they told me that if a Filipino, make it to the states, that their lives will improve 10X. This is lower, or middle class. The Rich don't need this, and won't go for this.

P.S. If you are going to get a room, there are many short time hotel, like Sogo, and couples of other one. The girls will tell you. The cost is around 500 pesos a room for ST. There is a sign with a woman whispering. I don't remember the name. They are all over Malate/Pasay area.

Victoria court http://www.victoriacourt.biz/main.htm

is the "whispering lady" short time hotel.

FD

firedick,spidey and dragon slayer,

thank you for the follow-up to my posting.we have just 15 more days to go before we head off to p.i , will be flying out of s.f on philippine airlines. the name of the hotel that you two suggested is aptly named, taking into account my situation, it's a name that is easy enough to remember.

and dragon slayer, that is pretty impressive, you speak four languages? my wife is like that, she is fluent in four also, could not help but to ponder for a moment the thought of the two of you together, imagine the fights that you two could have, expletives times four, pretty scary!!

as for your advice about 'time with her family', 'seperate hotel' and 'alone time', it was all well received, although i have met some of her family from p.i here in the states and have grown to love them, i think you were right when you said that i would more than likely be 'bored' at her reunion with them. that sounds harsh, but the reality is that they do have lots to catch up on timewise,as it has been more than ten years since they have any personal contact with one another. well being that i am not exactly sure as to the protocal in here, i guess i shall cut this short for now. i was worried that maybe 'thank you' letters are frowned upon for taking up to much room.

and jackson, thanks for the speedy entry into the forum. this has been some of the best reading that i have done on the internet. i love this sight.

Does anyone have opinions on filipinaheart.com?

Call me cynical but I am not convinced that all those profiles are 100% genuine. I have been on websites such as sentimente.ro and 90% (if not higher) reply to instant messaging. On this website, the ration is around 1:10 or perhaps even worse. When some do reply, it is almost script-like on how they answer to be almost reminiscent of a scene in a film (can’t remember but think it was in Las Vegas) where a adult chat lines are answered by OAP’s knitting while talking dirty.

Compared with the Romanian website, filipinaheart.com isn’t cheap to join and I wondered if it’s not some elaborate scam.

Next week, Roswell. Why did no-one even keep one piece of that downed spacecraft?

My friend like to stay at the Executive on Mabini st./ Pedro Gil. I think it is around 1,500 pesos.

He like it there, b/c he can go to LA Cafe for a drink, or pick up some kiki.

Yes, they are genuine, for now. After they get you in their grasp, then they will grow horns within 2 years in your country.

You must realize that all the profiles are almost the same. Either, they know each others, or they are just not very creative people. I think the word is "Simple."

I did meet some girls from Asianeuro, who own Filipinahearts. It is easy, and they don't really get the opportunity to meet who they are talking to. I use to go to the Philippines 2-3 times a year, so no problem, if I want to meet them. Of course, they will bring their friend, so you have to be prepare to pay double, or triple, if you don't understand this.

Ignore my post below, suddenly the IC has gone into overdrive and I am getting replies. Must have been a problem with their server because everyone now seems very genuine.

Anyone with information about employment anywhere in Asia would be helpful. High level sales.

Thanks

Does anyone know of any good yahoo groups of the Philippines? I started one (sendmetothephilippines) but it just hasnt gotten off the ground. Any advise will be appreciated.

The Filthy One