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Meyer Photo: Top Secret

by blackace

Previously for my camera/camcorder needs, I would only consider Hong Kong or Singapore for the cheapest prices. Then my niece mentioned that she just bought this digital camera for half the regular price at a store in Quiapo, Manila City, named Meyer Photo. I checked out the place and confirmed that their prices will match that of Hong Kong or Singapore, and also the discount price at Amazon. I just bought a high definition camcorder in Hong Kong for US$ 1000 (lowest Amazon price was also the same) and Meyer was offering the same model at around US$ 1100. I needed high definition mini DV's and on Amazon, the sale price was around US$20 for a pack of two. At Meyer, you could buy one at US$10. Of course, I bought four tapes!If you are using your car or taking a taxi, from Taft Avenue, take the bridge to Sta Cruz, Manila, then immediately turn right upon going down from the bridge. Meyer...

Manila Central Post Office: For stamp collectors!

by stamporama

The Manila Central Post Office building was built and designed during the American colonial period. It was completely destroyed in WWII but was rebuilt with American aid after the war. As you'll note from the picture, it looks strikingly similar to the Post Office building in New York City, the one across Madison Square Garden.Should you wish to buy any stamps for collection, don't go to any of the window tellers at the main lobby. Ask the information desk where the Philatelic Division is (it's through a narrow hall on the right) and there are 2 desks where a couple of ladies will show and sell you whatever stamps are available. All the latest stamp issues and first day covers of the Philippine postal service. Buy a stamp at its face value. For FDCs, you may have to pay about 4 pesos more to cover the cost of the cacheted envelope.

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Divisoria: For only the Street Smart

by blackace

For the ultimate in bargain shopping, you have to go to the Divisoria district located in Manila City. There are two main shopping malls, 168 and Tutuban Center, wherein you can find clothes and shoes (mainly for women) at the lowest prices. Of course, these are mostly made in China and the quality is not assured or consistent but some would say it is even cheaper here than in China itself. For foreigners, it is best that you be accompanied by a local and I suggest you bring a car with a driver who will just wait for you while you go shopping.

Greenhills: Tiangge

by blackace

"Tiangge" is a Filipino term for market stalls. Greenhills shopping center is popular for this kind of shopping atmosphere. Actually, there are a number of small malls and a supermarket within the complex but it is the numerous tiangges that draw the people in. Here you can find all kinds of clothes and shoes, mostly knock-offs or imitation brands and cellphones and related services (the technicians can do anything with your phone, ringtones, etc.). In addition, there is a large congregation of stalls which mainly sells pearls and other kind of jewelry. Remember to look around first and BARGAIN!

Shoemart, Ayala Center, Robinson's etc.: Malls & more Malls

by blackace

When a nephew of mine visited us several years ago (grew up in Australia), he was amazed by the number and the sheer size of the malls located in Metro Manila, that he commented, "I thought the Philippines was poor!" Well, majority of Filipinos are poor, but that even makes the mall advantageous. During their free time, Filipino families go to the mall to avail of the air conditioning and wide space; which they may not have at home. So weekends or holidays are normally full of people.Shoemart is the most popular mall. In fact, one of the first letters a baby gets to learn is "SM", which refers to Shoemart. It has at least one mall located in all the major cities, not only in Metro Manila, but in the Philippines. Everything you need is available here and the prices, at least at the department store section, are very affordable. The best SM store, I believe, is the one located in Makati...

SM Mall of Asia (Part 1)

by victorwkf

The SM Mall of Asia is a shopping mall that opened in the Pasay area of Manila on May 2006 and is the Philippines’ largest mall, surpassing its cousin, SM Megamall, and the third biggest mall in the world in terms of gross floor size. I have been there a few times and it is really huge with lots of retail shops, restaurants and there is even an indoor skating rink and a very big Shoe Mart (SM) department store there. This is worth checking out when you are in Manila.

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Mananzan Handicrafts

by victorwkf

There is a big handicraft and souvenir shop near to the entrance of Fort Santiago known as the Mananzan Hadicrafts shop. There are lots of local handicrafts and souvenirs here which are at a reasonable price, and the best thing is you can take your own time to walk around and choose your items. The service staff are very friendly as well.

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Mall of Asia: A Shopper’s Paradise

by Strikinsmile

The newly constructed Mall of Asia is Manila’s biggest department store with over a hundred stores and several restaurants under one gigantic roof. What’s interesting is that it’s also the biggest mall in Asia, hence, the name. Local brands can be found in this shopping haven as well as international brands like Mango and Zara, which debuted in Manila through the Mall of Asia.One side of the Mall of Asia is dedicated to restaurants that give a breathtaking view of the sunset. This actually gives shoppers a feeling of relaxation after a tiring (yet enjoyable) day of retail exercise. Actually, one day is not enough to comb the place from end to end so I suggest you get there when it opens before 10am. You can shop for clothing, appliances, grocery items, hardware, gadgets, jewelry and what-have-yous in the Mall of Asia. Even souvenirs can be bought from here as there are small shops that...

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PowerBooks: Read to Lead

by anne_vdns

Powerbooks is the sister company of The National Bookstore. This shop offers a wide variety of books and is haven for book fanatics like me. They provide sitting areas for those who wants to read & linger and a cafe for those who fancies coffee and pastries to go with their reading. - all types of books- greeting cards- magazines- some office supplies- some braches have a small cafe books come as cheap as P70 to as expensive as P2800+++

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National Bookstore: One-Stop- Bookshop

by anne_vdns

No filipino haven't been to the very reliable National Bookstore. Every kid who's about to enter school would end up shopping at National Bookstore for their school supplies.I used to be here as a student for my back-to-school shopping, then later for books.Prices are affordable and reasonable. Recently, they implemented the Laking National Bookstore cards where frequent customers can avail of bonus points for every P100 purchase. How cool!For someone like me who has a passion for reaing, this place is simply 'heaven'. books - all kindsgreeting cardsschool suppliesoffice suppliesart suppliesgift items Items can be as cheap as P12 for a ballpen and as expensive as P4000+ for a hardbound book.

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Q:  Dear VT members, I understand there are buses travelling between Ayala and Quiapo.I like to know where does... 

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A: The bus name is PVP Liner, a blue and white bus. Can't pinpoint the exact "start" but I normally see it pass infront of Makati Stock Exchange. It passes along the "side"... 

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