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  Friendly people; good food; good exchange rate. 


Con

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  Traffic and Pollution 


In a nutshell

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  Typical Asian megalopolis, but with friendly people armed with genuine smiles. 

 

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Intramuros

Intramuros, Manila

 124 Reviews  See and experience the Philippines national dance at the Barbaras Restaurant in Intramuros, Manila. Barbaras restaurants' full buffet dinner is at 550.00 (including tax) per person and witness artist performing local dances. Facts: Sayaw sa Bangko ("dance on bench") is a folk dance from the... 

Manila Bay

Manila Bay, Manila

 39 Reviews  A place where you can have your wedding reception, a date with your loved one, or just to ooh and aah. ;p FACTS...FACTS...FACTS...FACTS It is well-known in our country that former First Lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos "orchestrated" the construction of this "guesthouse", built of coconut wood &... 

Malls

Malls, Manila

 34 Reviews  I was staying recently in Manila Pavilion hotel and Casino on UN Avenue and found out a fab veggie joint in the Robinson Mall. It is near the Padre Faure entrance about 100 metres to your right as you enter from this point. From the hotel it is 10 mts walk only. You get here exclusively vegetarian... 

Chinatown

Chinatown, Manila

 15 Reviews  I have been to many Chinatowns around the world, but I consider the one in Manila the best because it is very nostalgic for me. The streets are very small and my father would drive me around with his Lambretta motor scooter and then we would look for siopao (which is meat in a white floury cover)... 

Makati

Makati, Manila

 27 Reviews  The business/up market shopping district of Manila including Greenbelt/Glorietta shopping areas.No hustle or bustle in this very clean/sanitized area.It just did not feel like Manila to me but well worth a look if you prefer this type of enviroment.Plenty of 5 star hotels but not a trike driver to... 

Luneta

Luneta, Manila

 25 Reviews   Right into the heart of the capital Manila lies Luneta Park or Rizal Park, which marks the Kilometer Zero of the Philippines and the northern tip of Roxas Boulevard, overlooking Manila Bay. Built in the early 1700s, the park was the site of some of the turning points in Philippine history such as... 

Malate

Malate, Manila

 15 Reviews  The entertainment area of Manila.Here you will see poverty,beggers,conmen,sleazy bars,sleazy men,sleazy women,dirt,pollution and hustle and bustle but you can also find affordable accomodation,some decent bars,eateries etc and in my opinion the best mall in Manila ie;Robinsons. Not for the faint... 

City Scene

City Scene, Manila

 31 Reviews  MalacaƱan Palace is special to me because... We were treated as VIPs during dad's promotion. The main picture here shows former President Corazon Aquino (I just came from the beach so I had an extra tan)...the others are from a recent tour I had with some VT brothers and sisters. :) ;p According... 

Hotels  

Makati Shangri-La Manila

 17 Reviews and 398 Opinions  This is my Makati Shangrila Tips with the Newer Pictures. The Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a... 

The Peninsula Manila

 13 Reviews and 349 Opinions  This is no doubt the place to be! The lobby is fantastic, grand and nice. Of course it comes with... 

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Restaurants  

Greenbelt and Glorietta

Greenbelt and Glorietta, Manila

 42 Reviews  Part two of My Umu Japanese restaurant tips with more pictures. Umu Japanese restaurant in Dusit Hotel Manila in Makati City is knowned for really expensive but very satisfying japanese cuisine and they have seasonal promotions for the different japanese regional cuisines with the japanese goodies... 

Native Restaurants

Native Restaurants, Manila

 20 Reviews  ADO'S Panciteria or Pancit ni Ado has been pleasing Pasiguenos since 1952 and has become an iconic restos to the surrounding communities and anyone who happens to stumble upon it. Situated just down the road from the Catholic church of Pasig or Simbahan ng Pasig 126 A. Luna St. Bgy. Malinao in... 

Nightlife  

Makati

Makati, Manila

 24 Reviews  The place looked inviting with plenty of people and cultures from different places. But, don't be deceived. It is not a wholesome place to start with and those who are looking for decent places should steer clear of this place as it is prowled by ladies of the night. I wonder whatever happened to... 

Live Entertainment

Live Entertainment, Manila

 29 Reviews  This nightspot was formally known as the L.A.Cafe.This is a large, dark ,smoke filled, crowed bar.It has 6 or more pool tables and has bands upstairs at night playing covers for a small entrance fee.The patrons are mostly foreign men and filipino women.The females out number the men about 15 to... 

Malate

Malate, Manila

 17 Reviews  I have been to manila many times and alternate my stay between malate and makati. When in malate I always enjoy the street scene that revolves around adriatico st, remedios st and around. Many great cheap places to get cold beers and local food. I usually start out at Randevous, opposite Rainbow... 

Libis

Libis, Manila

 10 Reviews  Eastwood City is one of the coolest spots in Manila right now. It's a group of bars, restaurants, coffee places and fine dining all in one place. Definite must-trys : Something Fishy which serves the best-tasting sisig I have eaten. Another is Twist by Minggoy's for the heavenly paella. Come as... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

General Safety

General Safety, Manila

 47 Reviews  on the street in Manila two welldressed middle aged woman(they looked like nice filipina moms to me) began conversation with me. nice talk so we had lunch together. They told me they are from the north,Baguio and make holidays in Manila... They also invited me to come with them to the north i could... 

Airport/Security Checks

Airport/Security Checks, Manila

 13 Reviews  First, I'm a long time airline employee that is very well traveled...Manila airport is a challenge. Pay attention! I didn't have a problem twice thru here, but again, pay attention. Take a few minutes to observe what is happening, read signs, and get familiar with how they do things here...which is... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Markets and Street Scenes

Markets and Street Scenes, Manila

 14 Reviews  The two main markets in Manila are the Baclaran market near the end of EDSA and Divisoria market on the other side of the city near Quiapo. Divisoria has already been posted here , and I agree it is the best and largest market with many shops, stalls, and buildings, low prices, bustling crowds and... 

Tagaytay and Taal

Tagaytay and Taal, Manila

 9 Reviews  Taal Lake lies in the crater of an extinct volcano on Luzon Island, about 56 km (about 35 miles) south of Manila. The lake is the 3rd largest lake in the Philippines covering an area of 240 sq km (94 sq miles). 

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People/Local Culture

People/Local Culture, Manila

 25 Reviews  Previously, someone said you needed to dress up - don't wear shorts and t-shirts. I respectfully disagree with that. During the day plenty people wear shorts. Maybe if you are going out for supper or out at night, you might want to wear something a bit nicer. Most people recognize you are a... 

City Streets/City Scene

City Streets/City Scene, Manila

 23 Reviews  I agree with all of them. and so you could be sure. you can verify this site for weather updates. PAGASA is where all radio station, media, and most people in the Philippines get there forecast for the day! http://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/ Good luck! 

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Mabuhay, Welcome to Manila!

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 MANILA By: Hot Dog 1 Maraming beses na kitang nilayasan , Iniwanan at ibang pinuntahan Parang babaeng mahirap talagang malimutan Ikaw lamang ang aking laging binabalikan... Manila, I...... 

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 Metropolitan Manila is the capital of the Philippines and among the world's thirty most populous metropolitan areas. Metro Manila is one of the two defined metropolitan areas in the Philippines, the... 

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Aliwan Fiesta 2011: Ilonggo's Pride and Victory

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 Ilonggo's Double Victory Back to back winners: Grand Champion Tribu Pan-ay of Fort San Pedro National High School (Iloilo Dinagyang Festival Grand Winner) & 2nd Place Winner Tribu Pantat of Zarraga,... 

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 I've been making other pages and have ignored my Manila page for some time so I decided it needed a makeover and a facelift. Most of the photos on these pages will be new ones from my most recent trip... 

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Capital City of the Philippines

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 Manila is underrated as a tourist destination. It has fun places to go to. And plenty of history and art also. This is a picture of Intramuros at night. 

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