Angeles City

[QUOTE=Ilandman; 1368992]How's it going, people? Quick geography question for those who know the area: I was planning to stay at the Phoenix Hotel on Perimeter Road and Malabanias (my top choices were already full for my Jan. 9 arrival day, unless somebody has a recommendation? I want to move closer to Fields for the rest of my stay.) Is this walkable to the nightlife area on Fields, and what's the walking time, at a Philippines holiday pace? A jeepney would be, what. 10P or something, right? And trike trips at night are going to be around 100P? Please forgive the questions, just wanted to confirm with people who might be in the know.

Another question: for the run from the airport, is there a way to get from the terminal to the main gate to grab a jeepney? Or am I going to have to fight for the 300-350P I've read it should cost in a taxi? Jeepneys make the run past the main gate of the airport, right?[/QUOTE]If you live away from fields area in any hotel take jeepney especially at night. Negotiate before you get into the jeepney.

There is jeepney now from the airport which will take you to I believe main gate or robinson mall. I did not take it because of a big suitcase I had. Taxi cost me 250 pesos after some haggling to Devera hotel. Still they put two more people in the taxi but dropped me first.

[QUOTE=Sammon; 1369073]If you live away from fields area in any hotel take jeepney especially at night. Negotiate before you get into the jeepney.

There is jeepney now from the airport which will take you to I believe main gate or robinson mall. I did not take it because of a big suitcase I had. Taxi cost me 250 pesos after some haggling to Devera hotel. Still they put two more people in the taxi but dropped me first.[/QUOTE]Is there any reason to negotiate with a jeepney? I always hand them a 10 Piso coin and sometimes I get 2 Piso change. Never thought 2 Piso worth the haggle time. However, trikes are another matter. I am pretty sure that distance is 70P, but they won't argue with 100P methinks. However, I would not put it past them to try for more, so an up-front agreement is good policy.

[QUOTE=Rubberyman;1369082]Is there any reason to negotiate with a jeepney? I always hand them a 10 Piso coin and sometimes I get 2 Piso change. Never thought 2 Piso worth the haggle time. However, trikes are another matter. I am pretty sure that distance is 70P, but they won't argue with 100P methinks. However, I would not put it past them to try for more, so an up-front agreement is good policy.[/QUOTE]Sorry, I meant trikes.

[QUOTE=JPF;1369064]I looked into Western Union as a backup for cash and also saw the $6 for instant cash in the Philippines. The same service is $25 almost everywhere else and I think $27 in Thailand. Why does WU have such a sweet deal with the Philippines?[/QUOTE]Because the country's entire economy is based on remissions from overseas workers. The biggest export of the Philippines is it's own people.

For the same reason there are numerous shipping companies based only on sending things from other countries back the Philippines. You can send a huge box from NYC to Manila for one fourth the cost to send the same box from NYC to Chicago.

[QUOTE=Irish Yogi; 1368958]I was afraid of that, sure I will just have to make do. Have frequented bar bar, Eden and, in the past, Demonia. My favorite remains ' The Castle 'in Pattaya but as I said, its time for a change.

Thanks for the info.[/QUOTE]Which of those places do you like best? I've heard mixed reviews about Bar Bar and The Castle. Been to Eden, used to be great, now not so much, but never saw any BDSM action there.

[QUOTE=Rick Rock;1369164]Which of those places do you like best? I've heard mixed reviews about Bar Bar and The Castle. Been to Eden, used to be great, now not so much, but never saw any BDSM action there.[/QUOTE]Eden doesn't specialise in it per say, but as I'm sure you have experienced their girls are very open and willing, as well as just being naturally submissive.

My favorite place was the Castle by far, not a brilliant selection of women but there is always one or two crackers. My friends tend to like the place too, though their interests are not in line with my own, they can take a girl from there safe in the knowledge that there will be very few limits set by the girl so anal, cim etc are never a problem.

I have really had my fill of Thailand at this stage so will be heading to AC for 3 weeks in August. If ever I was in two minds about it, this forum has made my mind up. Just trying to decide on a hotel, I saw one with a jacuzzi and a pole dancing stage in the room so its either there or the ABC. It appears to be even cheaper than Thailand too, which doesn't hurt and Etihad Airlines have started flying direct from Dublin. The Universe is telling me to go LOL.

[QUOTE=Rick Rock;1369164]Which of those places do you like best? I've heard mixed reviews about Bar Bar and The Castle. Been to Eden, used to be great, now not so much, but never saw any BDSM action there.[/QUOTE]Eden, though not specialising in the ' Lifestyle' have rather openminded and submissive girls anyway so that suits. The Castle is by far my favorite, not a great selection of women but the odd cracker and no limits that I have encountered. My 'vanilla' friends like it too, purely for that reason.

Its time for a change though so, its off to AC I go.

[QUOTE=Irish Yogi; 1369274]Eden, though not specialising in the ' Lifestyle' have rather openminded and submissive girls anyway so that suits. The Castle is by far my favorite, not a great selection of women but the odd cracker and no limits that I have encountered. My 'vanilla' friends like it too, purely for that reason.

Its time for a change though so, its off to AC I go.[/QUOTE]If you are there for a while I suggest you bring some gear with you. I have a bag of goodies from Thailand and elsewhere that I keep in Phils. As for the girls most will wear the costumes, no problem with that. Once they feel comfortable they will be up for it. I got few that I use in AC and manila and I find it far more fun then in Thailand because here I can teach and mold them to what I like. AC can be far more fun then what your first impression will be, but it gets better the more time you spend there.

Hi Guys.

This is the first time I have posted on the Angeles City forum. I am looking at hitting Angeles City some time this year and I am just looking for advice.

What is the main airport to fly into to get to Angeles City? Also what is the best route to take to get there from the UK?

I am looking at spending a week in Angeles City then hitting Bangkok for a week.

Would be grateful for any help someone can give.

Cheers

[QUOTE=Superboy1; 1369466]Hi Guys.

This is the first time I have posted on the Angeles City forum. I am looking at hitting Angeles City some time this year and I am just looking for advice.

What is the main airport to fly into to get to Angeles City? Also what is the best route to take to get there from the UK?

I am looking at spending a week in Angeles City then hitting Bangkok for a week.

Would be grateful for any help someone can give.

Cheers[/QUOTE]Looks like its an international flight for you, so NAIA is the only choice right now.

You will be flying into Manila, but its only short drive to AC.

You can arrange a pickup through your hotel or secondary service.

Depending on time of day (traffic) it could take 1. 5 to 3 hours drive.

If you would like to fly you can fly into Clark airport which is 5 minutes outside of AC.

There are flights in and out of Clark to Bankok.

A flight to Clark from Manila I do not know as I have never done that. There is however a helicopter service (did that) cost about 300US for the private charter.

Superboy,

I suggest you fly one of the UAE airlines etihad or emirates into Kuala Lumpur and out of BAngkok. They do those multiple city fares at a very low rate out of London. Air asia has direct flights into Clark airport from KL at very cheap rates. (Clark is the main airport of AC)

The rev

[QUOTE=Ilandman; 1368992]How's it going, people? Quick geography question for those who know the area: I was planning to stay at the Phoenix Hotel on Perimeter Road and Malabanias (my top choices were already full for my Jan. 9 arrival day, unless somebody has a recommendation? I want to move closer to Fields for the rest of my stay.) Is this walkable to the nightlife area on Fields, and what's the walking time, at a Philippines holiday pace? A jeepney would be, what. 10P or something, right? And trike trips at night are going to be around 100P? Please forgive the questions, just wanted to confirm with people who might be in the know.

Another question: for the run from the airport, is there a way to get from the terminal to the main gate to grab a jeepney? Or am I going to have to fight for the 300-350P I've read it should cost in a taxi? Jeepneys make the run past the main gate of the airport, right?[/QUOTE]Phoenix hotel kind of in the middle of perimeter.

Walking not a problem (depends on weather)

Not the nicest hotel, but until you see with your own eyes and compare its hard to recommend anything since I have no idea what your criteria is.

Jeepeney 8 peso.

Trike (for foreigners) 100 peso.

Airport run it is a set price 500 peso unless you find the vans that take multiple passengers (multiple stops)

I do not recommend going out of the airport to find cheaper transportation (its a long way)

[QUOTE=Transporter; 1369495]Looks like its an international flight for you, so NAIA is the only choice right now.

You will be flying into Manila, but its only short drive to AC.

You can arrange a pickup through your hotel or secondary service.

Depending on time of day (traffic) it could take 1. 5 to 3 hours drive.

If you would like to fly you can fly into Clark airport which is 5 minutes outside of AC.

There are flights in and out of Clark to Bankok.

A flight to Clark from Manila I do not know as I have never done that. There is however a helicopter service (did that) cost about 300US for the private charter.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info Transporter, you are a star.

[QUOTE=Rick Rock; 1369161]Because the country's entire economy is based on remissions from overseas workers. The biggest export of the Philippines is it's own people.

For the same reason there are numerous shipping companies based only on sending things from other countries back the Philippines. You can send a huge box from NYC to Manila for one fourth the cost to send the same box from NYC to Chicago.[/QUOTE]Would you mind providing some recommendations? I am looking to ship some things to and from Manila. Might even be importing clothing made cheaply in a friends factory in Manila.

Thanks,

TT

[QUOTE=Superboy1; 1369466]Hi Guys.

This is the first time I have posted on the Angeles City forum. I am looking at hitting Angeles City some time this year and I am just looking for advice.

What is the main airport to fly into to get to Angeles City? Also what is the best route to take to get there from the UK?

I am looking at spending a week in Angeles City then hitting Bangkok for a week.

Would be grateful for any help someone can give.

Cheers[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Transporter; 1369495]Looks like its an international flight for you, so NAIA is the only choice right now.

You will be flying into Manila, but its only short drive to AC.

You can arrange a pickup through your hotel or secondary service.

Depending on time of day (traffic) it could take 1. 5 to 3 hours drive.

If you would like to fly you can fly into Clark airport which is 5 minutes outside of AC.

There are flights in and out of Clark to Bankok.

A flight to Clark from Manila I do not know as I have never done that. There is however a helicopter service (did that) cost about 300US for the private charter.[/QUOTE]If it were me, I'd look at who you were flying with from the UK. Airlines take you via their home, Singapore Air via Singapore, Cathay via HK and Malay Airlines via KL, etc. Links directly into Clark are available from lots of airline home countries.

OP didn't specify a direct flight, but I'm happy to concede to Transporter if there is some difficulty I'm missing.

Hope this helps.