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/ Asia / Asia Traveler adviceVictoria Peak (Sights)
Try to visit Victoria peak at sun down and wait for total darkness. The night sight of the city is amazing. Read full tip...
Don't drink tap water (Warnings)
Tap water is not drinkable in the coutry, always buy bottled water!. Read full tip...
Street foods in Manila (Food)
Street foods are ubiquitous in Manila, and as tasty as they are, some of these have been reported to have caused food-poisoning due to unsanitary preparation. You might want to stay away from the...Read full tip...
Filipino Food (Food)
Enjoy sumtous Filipino dish at Barrio Fiesta, Josephine's and Aristocrat.. Read full tip...
Beware of the "bird lady" on your way to Wat Pho (Warnings)
On my way to Wat Pho (where the Reclining Buddha is situated) I was greeted by a woman who was shoving into my palm packets of rice and corn with which to feed the pigeons. I didn't take them because...Read full tip...
Fights with local Thais (Warnings)
Never, ever, get into fights with the locals. Even if you are in the right, or are just standing up for someone, forget it. Most likely is that you are going to be outnumbered, and they will...Read full tip...
Shopaholic Mode! On a mission! (Shopping)
Manila is full of shopping malls, if you want to buy something posh try shopping at Rockwell, Greenbelt, Podium and the mega polis of Bonifacio High Street (The Fort). For cheap China made goods...Read full tip...
Shopping in crowded places (Shopping)
When going out to shop in malls and marketplaces, you may want to leave your prized possessions (large sums of money, jewelry, etc.) behind. Pick-pockets and snatchers are ubiquitous in the country...Read full tip...
How to get to the train from Changi Budget Airport (Transportation)
From Changi Budget airport, just wait for a bus service that brings passengers for free to Changi 2 where the line of the train starts. From the ground floor of Changi 2, take the elevator and from there...Read full tip...
Commuting (Transportation)
Whenever commuting by bus, jeepney, or mega-taxi, you should always be mindful of your possessions (bags, jewelry, cellphones, etc.). Thieves are rampant, especially in Manila, and some even go...Read full tip...
Hot Zones (Nightlife)
Other than the Embassy Club, Manor at Eastwood Libis is opening its doors to those who loves and enjoy the night life and good music. Here, a commune of the country's finest DJ's mix eclectic songs to...Read full tip...
The Dress Code (Female Traveler)
Female travelers who do not want the extra-attention may want to refrain from wearing clothes that reveal too much skin. Perverts can be found everywhere, from jeepneys to streets, even malls. ...Read full tip...
Rule of the Thumb (Warnings)
When going to places like Divisoria or Recto, be sure to handle your valuabes well and be on guard for snatchers who prowl around the area. It pays to be cautious than be sorry. . Read full tip...
Where to go for fantastic food, night life in Manila (Nightlife)
Malate in the capital of Manila used to be the regular destination of tourists because of its bohemian vibe until videoke bars have cropped up and virtually killed its appeal. But a good restaurant still...Read full tip...