Phillipnes

This topic was created by lillianthespy
[Wed 21 April, 10:26 Tasmanian Standard Time]

I am planning to go to the Phillipines sometime soon. Can
anyone tell me about the country. Can anyone pass on some
tips.

[There are 8 posts - the latest was added on Sun 9 May, 14:09]

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  1. 7,100 islands Added by: MiLo (mlo@pinoymail.com)
    [Timestamp: Wed 21 April, 13:02 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    with a coastline bigger than that of the US; friendly
    locals; cheapest beer, cigs and movies in the world, the
    best bargains off the beaten track; you can roll on the
    beach, go diving with a whole herd of whale sharks, climb a
    volcano, do anything that doesn't involve snow. Can't
    really describe it all in one paragraph; if you need to
    know more, keep posting or drop me a line.



  2. Palawan Added by: Helen
    [Timestamp: Wed 21 April, 20:30 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    on palawan, the best way to get around is by boat, the
    roads are awful. and there are no airplains going between
    cabu and PPC.



  3. tips Added by: Kuurt
    [Timestamp: Thu 22 April, 13:19 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    1. Don't drink the tap water
    2. If male and a group of kids ask what's your name, just
    say Joe even if it's not really Joe. Help reinforce their
    self-esteem.
    3. Don't play cards for money.
    4. You're still entered even if you don't buy the magazine
    subscriptions!



  4. USA Added by: alan whicker
    [Timestamp: Fri 23 April, 0:13 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    I am planning to go to the USA sometime soon. Can
    anyone tell me about the country. Can anyone pass on some
    tips. i can't afford to buy a guide book and i am too lazy
    to go to a library to borrow "idiot's guide to USA".
    /
    god almighty, where do these people come from. look on the
    map three hours by plane left of guam and it's there. if you
    overshoot you will end up in vietnam - but that's a whole
    new "pass me a few tips".
    /
    AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH. OK better now!!!!!



  5. Whicker you are an arse Added by: Fion
    [Timestamp: Mon 26 April, 13:00 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    The guy is asking for some information on a country whose
    movie stars, music, culture is not rammed down the throat of
    every television, radio and cinema-goer in the world today.
    The Philippines is an insignificant country with a large
    terrain and a very small voice in today's world. This guy
    comes to a forum which encourages people to ask questions
    about new lands and to gain more information. Your glib
    repsonse is neither witty or amusing. If you cant say
    anthing worthwhile dont say anything at all!
    Lillian - try making your way to Camiguin Island off Cagayan
    de Oro in Mindanao. Very peaceful. If you can make your way
    there by travelling through the Vesayas region you'll
    appreciate it all the more. This can be done by jeepney,
    ferry and bus. Failing that head to Palawan island from
    Manila and spend a month exploring this huge very desolate
    island. Watch your pockets and cash though!



  6. Tips Added by: soleil (soleil@hotmail.com)
    [Timestamp: Tue 27 April, 3:25 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    Im Filipina myself and I tell you, dont be afraid of thiefs
    or pickpockets...be wary of people who overcharge you just
    because of the color of your skin. Dont get me
    wrong...Filipinos are a wonderful people, but you know the
    saying about the few rotten apples... these poor guys tend
    to assume that since youre a foreigner you must be
    rich...very sad for someone travelling on a shoestring
    budget...but then, theyre just trying to earn enough to feed
    their family of 8 for that day. It's best to have a
    Filipino friend along with you to haggle and make sure you
    get the right prices.
    Oh yes that's another important thing: unless youre in a
    department store, mall, or hotel, haggle everything! In
    Baguio, a great place to get 93% silver jewelry, dont be
    afraid to ask for half their asking price.
    For example, I got a great armband that was priced at around
    $25 down to $9!
    Nothing wrong with the water...in fact Manila has the only
    potable water in all of Asia, but in all honesty I still
    order those 5 gallon jugs of mineral water.
    Kurt please dont give tips like "tell them your name is Joe"
    that only reinforces the stereotype that they fit all
    foreigners into. we're trying to break walls here not build
    them.
    Any questions Lillian, just keep posting or mail me...Id be
    glad to answer!



  7. answer to ur query Added by: mang pandoy
    [Timestamp: Tue 4 May, 20:32 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    try going to the philippine tourism website:
    www.tourism.gov.ph :)



  8. Just came back Added by: vibe (vivbeu@yahoo.com)
    [Timestamp: Sun 9 May, 14:09 Tasmanian Standard Time]

    from RP. El Nido is just breath-taking in its dramatic beauty but difficult to get around as there seems to be a bit of rain hanging around there. Really loved Romblon, easy to get to from Batangas, laid-back, friendly, you can have a gorgeous coconut-palm lined beach with crystal clear waters all to yourself. Great snorkeling nearby. Very quiet, off the beaten places to stay and everyone really friendly. A chance to see Filipino town life with almost no tourism influences.




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