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Anyone ever go clubbing alone? Next trip I want to try to pick up some freebies. I've had success at the malls and on dating sites / apps. I kind of want to venture out at night and see what the club scene is like, though I don't know anyone in Manila to go with, so I'd likely be alone. I'm okay with that usually, but has anyone here done it and have any thoughts on where to go, where to avoid, etc?

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1902908]Anyone ever go clubbing alone? Next trip I want to try to pick up some freebies. I've had success at the malls and on dating sites / apps. I kind of want to venture out at night and see what the club scene is like, though I don't know anyone in Manila to go with, so I'd likely be alone. I'm okay with that usually, but has anyone here done it and have any thoughts on where to go, where to avoid, etc?[/QUOTE]A simple search would have yielded a thread started by Hutsori on the subject:

[URL]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?3646-Clubbing-in-Metro-Manila[/URL]

[QUOTE=BukoMax;1903257]A simple search would have yielded a thread started by Hutsori on the subject:

[URL]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?3646-Clubbing-in-Metro-Manila[/URL][/QUOTE]Yeah, I saw that before I posted. The emphasis of my question was on the 'alone' part, which the post you linked didn't mention at all. It does provide a nice, if basic, introduction to clubs in Manila (and basically anywhere else in the world). Thanks for searching again for me, though.

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1903280]Yeah, I saw that before I posted. The emphasis of my question was on the 'alone' part, which the post you linked didn't mention at all. ...............[/QUOTE]Not possible to be 'alone' in the Phils. Girls will make sure of that. Approaching guys sitting next to you at bars, no problem either. Myself, solo is so much better. No need for Wingmen, LOL.

Since you've been successful elsewhere, not sure why you are asking the question. BukoM may have thought the same thing, therefore the curt reply. I'm pretty sure he didn't "search again" for you. Nevertheless, you replied with a minimum of sarcasm. Well done.

Hutsori gave me enough info to use a highlighter on my Manila map. Going to check it out. I've reached my sell-by-date so I may not be the best person to answer this. I will anyway. If you're under 50, got game and know how to dance it should be fine.

Asians tend to be group oriented and that is, of course, part of the problem and part of the solution. (text book on Asian culture and psychology omitted) Being alone may raise eyebrows. Do you have a game plan? What do you say when asked, "Who are you here with?" (this is a rhetorical question but if you have a great reply that you want to keep secret, please send pm).

You need the contact info. A gal who is reluctant tonight, might wake you up early the next morning with a text. Get the contact info. How? Pass her a card discretely or just ask directly. Depends on the circumstances. Write a love letter on a napkin if you have to.

So, you jump a few hurtles and meet a gal that seems game and then you have the complication of actually figuring out if she is a regular gal or p4 p or naughty girl or just run of the mill curious girl, etc. (there are some obvious strategies to use here, but I've already written too much.

If you get lucky, and still don't know her motivation, find some excuse to give her money and some excuse if she doesn't accept the money. TwoK for taxi is too much. But that's because I want you to come here again.

For the record, I met an adorable, college educated gal at LA Cafe. We hit it off well. She said she came with a guy friend, but never saw the guy. He bailed out or she was lying? I don't know. She worked at a hotel travel desk and helped me get a discount at a hotel. She left me high and dry that night, but made up for it at the hotel she booked for me. It's more fun in the Philippines!

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1903280]Yeah, I saw that before I posted. The emphasis of my question was on the 'alone' part, which the post you linked didn't mention at all. It does provide a nice, if basic, introduction to clubs in Manila (and basically anywhere else in the world). Thanks for searching again for me, though.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=XMan;1903359]Since you've been successful elsewhere, not sure why you are asking the question. BukoM may have thought the same thing, therefore the curt reply. I'm pretty sure he didn't "search again" for you. Nevertheless, you replied with a minimum of sarcasm. Well done.

Hutsori gave me enough info to use a highlighter on my Manila map. Going to check it out. I've reached my sell-by-date so I may not be the best person to answer this. I will anyway. If you're under 50, got game and know how to dance it should be fine.

Asians tend to be group oriented and that is, of course, part of the problem and part of the solution. (text book on Asian culture and psychology omitted) Being alone may raise eyebrows. Do you have a game plan? What do you say when asked, "Who are you here with?" (this is a rhetorical question but if you have a great reply that you want to keep secret, please send pm).

You need the contact info. A gal who is reluctant tonight, might wake you up early the next morning with a text. Get the contact info. How? Pass her a card discretely or just ask directly. Depends on the circumstances. Write a love letter on a napkin if you have to.

So, you jump a few hurtles and meet a gal that seems game and then you have the complication of actually figuring out if she is a regular gal or p4 p or naughty girl or just run of the mill curious girl, etc. (there are some obvious strategies to use here, but I've already written too much.

If you get lucky, and still don't know her motivation, find some excuse to give her money and some excuse if she doesn't accept the money. TwoK for taxi is too much. But that's because I want you to come here again.

For the record, I met an adorable, college educated gal at LA Cafe. We hit it off well. She said she came with a guy friend, but never saw the guy. He bailed out or she was lying? I don't know. She worked at a hotel travel desk and helped me get a discount at a hotel. She left me high and dry that night, but made up for it at the hotel she booked for me. It's more fun in the Philippines![/QUOTE]Fair enough. Sarcasm wasn't necessary. I don't think I posed my question well enough to get the information I was seeking, so apologies for a snarky response. Apologies to BukoM.

In general, I know how the game works in clubs and elsewhere that are generally non-P4 P venues. I was actually wondering if anyone had any specific clubs in mind that might be better (or worse) for a solo night out, whether from the perspective of logistics, safety, cost, friendliness of staff, layout of the venue, etc. Without a great deal of time to explore the club scene, I was seeking any specific feedback. Maybe there isn't any good answer to that, which is fine. Just putting out a feeler.

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1903280]Yeah, I saw that before I posted. The emphasis of my question was on the 'alone' part, which the post you linked didn't mention at all. It does provide a nice, if basic, introduction to clubs in Manila (and basically anywhere else in the world). Thanks for searching again for me, though.[/QUOTE]Yours is a good question because I failed to mention the solo clubber in my report. My goof. I agree the FR is basic, deliberately so, discussing overarching themes because the clubbing scene is dynamic. Clubs rise and fall. Thursday was great but Saturday at the same place was mediocre. Toss in the arrival of popular DJs, promotions, etc. And as I wrote, once a top-tier place gets a reputation as a club appealing to older foreigners and working girls, clubbing's top influencers move on. But if chasing after the elite of Manila society has no appeal, then this shouldn't matter too much until the club no longer attracts anyone. There's a lot of intersectionality at play.

Going alone? The short answer is yes. But with qualifications and caveats. Since you already read my previous post I won't regurgitate that info.

Picking up regular girls: you're as only as good as your game. If you do well at clubs in your homeland and elsewhere you'll do very well here. The good thing about clubbing here is you get bonus points for being a foreigner, accruing more for being genuinely attractive, younger, and / or tall.

Clubs in the areas where foreigners congregate attract the solo foreign club goer, so your arrival sans partner won't be seen as uncommon. One of the first things to suss out is whether to get your own table, wander around with a drink in your hand, or try to befriend a group of Filipinos and join their table. Filipinos typically to do things in groups, and even the working girls tend to come and go in a small group. Working girls are easy to separate and deal with one-on-one, but generally they'll take the opportunity to include their friends with you so you pick up the tab for everyone. Regular girls are found in two groups; those who are with guys, and those who are with other females only. Tread carefully with the mixed group so you don't step on some bloke's toes. I've partied several times with mixed groups without major problem, but I've had a few try to stick me with the entire bill. Clubs' consumable table charges make dealing with this tricky, but I always buy a bottle and mixers to share (making sure to sign my own bill) and then contribute a portion to the overall bill as my seat charge. If you arrive at a BGC club with a few Italian super cars parked in front don't be surprised to see fellas running up huge tabs. If you decide to party with a table of women, they're going assume you'll pick up the tab.

Because I'm lazy and privileged, when clubbing I prefer to take a dating site girl I've already established rapport and exchanged bodily fluids. During the night when I get looks from others I'll get their numbers for the future.

I didn't know you could buy a bottle. Do they have a bottle keep if you don't finish it? That's an interesting alternative. I prefer beer when out and about because I better know when I'm approaching certain limits.

[QUOTE=Hutsori;1903865] SNIP, Excellent report completely snipped because it's still there [/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=XMan;1904078]I didn't know you could buy a bottle. Do they have a bottle keep if you don't finish it? That's an interesting alternative. I prefer beer when out and about because I better know when I'm approaching certain limits.[/QUOTE]The beauty of it is you don't need to keep calling over a waiter to take your next order. I've yet to encounter a club that won't hold a bottle for you, and this even includes LA Cafe and the Cowboy Grill. Always ask first, though. Keep in mind that where consumable charges are levied for a table you'll be subject to that charge the next time you visit, which means you may build a little collection. In my experience I've had a few clubs I frequently patronise waive it on less busy nights. I tend to go clubbing where the table charges aren't too high, say p2000 vice p10,000. A bottle of Absolut, Captain Morgan, Johnny Walker Red, and Jack Daniels is usually between p2000-p4000, but the prices skyrocket for Cristal champagne at p40,000 and Dalmore 25 years at p100,000 - the club will validate your Ferrari's parking when you order the Dalmore, so you're saving money there. (Another good deal is pitchers of cocktails, such as margaritas, but that's more commonly available at live music places than night clubs.) I'm not a palutan eater, but if you're with some Filipinos it's kind of expected, and that's p300-p1200.

The best bottle & mixer deal at clubs is Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and cola. That spiced rum complements cola nicely, and the girls will drink it without complaint. Sometimes the lower-end clubs fuck up by forgetting to order limes. By bringing a girl with you clubbing, you can task her with carrying a few limes in her purse, and also Heinz 57 packets because banana ketchup is horrible.

Greetings everyone!

I am planning a trip to Manila this coming August.

I'll be going through the different options (La Cafe area, KTV / spas, dating sites, escort sites) and writing a report on each one when I get back.

I was RTFF and was wondering if there are any current info on things, specifically the escort sites like [URL]manilacourtesans.com[/URL]. Anybody have experience using sites like those recently and any tips for successful mongering in all the other places.

Thanks in advance!

[QUOTE=RenaldoB;1904307]

I was RTFF and was wondering if there are any current info on things, specifically the escort sites like [URL]manilacourtesans.com[/URL]. Anybody have experience using sites like those recently and any tips for successful mongering in all the other places.
![/QUOTE]Just install wechat and sit back and enjoy. Or, open up a free Tagged account and enjoy.

I've never used any escort site in Ph. There is no need.

I'll be in AC in August if you are up that way.

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1903413]Fair enough. Sarcasm wasn't necessary. I don't think I posed my question well enough to get the information I was seeking, so apologies for a snarky response. Apologies to BukoM.

In general, I know how the game works in clubs and elsewhere that are generally non-P4 P venues. I was actually wondering if anyone had any specific clubs in mind that might be better (or worse) for a solo night out, whether from the perspective of logistics, safety, cost, friendliness of staff, layout of the venue, etc. Without a great deal of time to explore the club scene, I was seeking any specific feedback. Maybe there isn't any good answer to that, which is fine. Just putting out a feeler.[/QUOTE]I hope you might know this club. I went to LA cafe last Saturday night left about 3 am got a taxi drove about 5 minutes to this club the music was load a big dance floor in the middle of the club the club was busy mixed crowd working girls having a drink after work any idea what the club called. I think the name started CH any ideas? I was pissed like to go back there.

Thank you.

[QUOTE=FictionalSpace;1903413]I was actually wondering if anyone had any specific clubs in mind that might be better (or worse) for a solo night out [/QUOTE]When in Manila I regularly go clubbing solo. Generally my rule of thumb is, the busier the bar the better. Go to Chaos or Valkyrie when they have a big party on and it's not going to be easy to pick off a few strays from the herd (especially as the night gets later). If you go to a smaller club (like Prive) you're more likely to stick out if you're solo.

My general MO is stand by the bar, order a few drinks, buy the bartender a few (so you get served quickly as the bar gets busier). Generally the girls will come to you, and if the bar is busy you can be "gentlemanly" by moving out of the way and give yourself a chance at a conversation. Of course, a lot of girls will be in groups in and around the tables, so you may want to take the occasional wander.

Valkyrie / Revel in Bonifacio Global City are your best bet, the demographic is 20's and on a Friday / Saturday is generally always packed. Palace Pool Club is part of the same complex but is hit and miss. Raven is not a bad size but the music is always so damn loud it's virtually impossible to talk over it to talk to anyone. As I mentioned, Prive is smaller but if busy is generally a pretty good hunting ground. Chaos at City of Dreams is a great hangout if busy, and an utter waste of a journey if empty (hard to predict which will be which).

I'm back next week and interested to check out some of the newer smaller clubs in Makati.

Cowboy Grill?

[QUOTE=Paulb;1906478]I hope you might know this club. I went to LA cafe last Saturday night left about 3 am got a taxi drove about 5 minutes to this club the music was load a big dance floor in the middle of the club the club was busy mixed crowd working girls having a drink after work any idea what the club called. I think the name started CH any ideas? I was pissed like to go back there.

Thank you.[/QUOTE].

[QUOTE=Paulb;1906478]I hope you might know this club. I went to LA cafe last Saturday night left about 3 am got a taxi drove about 5 minutes to this club the music was load a big dance floor in the middle of the club the club was busy mixed crowd working girls having a drink after work any idea what the club called. I think the name started CH any ideas? I was pissed like to go back there.

Thank you.[/QUOTE]At one time I went to a place that had a ton of FL's called Manila Rendezvous. It has a hidden entrance on the north side of Padre Faura St between Mabini and Del Pilar. The place was large, had a band, an seemed to cater to Taiwanese types. I always got lucky there. It has been maybe 10 yrs since I was there and maybe the name has changed.