drayuh
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no.. i actually just went there last christmas on family business..
unless you want to bring money since there are a lot of malls there.
theres no need to worry about the language difference (if you dont already know how to speak) since most of them are fluent in English.
the plane ride there is FREAKISHLY long... bring something to do and hope that you get the new planes were you can pick practically any movie, show or video you want to watch!
Also depends on what youre going there for... family.. business.. vacation? |
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anthony t
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maybe a girlfriend or some company?
it would be nicer to stroll in there with someone else.
.......or maybe you can easily find friends when you get there..
dont forget to pack some cash, you might be tempted to buy souvenirs plus if youre going to some place, they would not let you enter unless your pay entrance fees (e.g. beaches, clubs, etc.)
and of course, to buy your food. |
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jerriel
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How about your meds, if you have any?
And don't forget to bring a camera with you. |
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Bhuwisit
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Wow, you were able to pack your whole hotel room into your luggage. I must get some packing tips from you soon, |
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Glamour *o*
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L0L!!
Im from the Philippines!!
Just to tell you get ready for the hot days!
Also when your in the city or mall its very crowded!
Were r u going in the Philippines?
Bohol or Boracay is a very nice place!
By Lynette *o* :) |
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cj
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a hanky, hankerchief, to cover from the pollution, and wipe your sweat. |
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iscikedelic
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If you're from the US, you may not need a visa. You need a return ticket though. Extend your VISA here if you will stay more than the allowed days.
More info: ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: U.S. citizens may enter the Philippines without a visa upon presentation of their U.S. passport, valid for at least six months after the date of entry into the Philippines, and a return ticket to the United States or an onward ticket to another country. Upon arrival immigration authorities will annotate your passport with an entry visa valid for 21 days. If you plan to stay longer than 21 days you must apply for an extension at the Philippine Bureau of Immigration and Deportation's main office at Magallanes Drive; Intramuros, Manila, Philippines or at any of its provincial offices at http://www.immigration.gov.ph.
Aside from that you may want to carry some cash, credit card and well may want to search for a hotel to stay in advance.
I recommend this hotel, not the five star kind but decent enough:
http://www.mabuhaymanor.com.ph/
You can book online but requires you at least 2 weeks prior to the date of arrival, However you cans still get a room if you make reservations by phone or walk-in. Rate is like $40/night but with free buffet Filipino breakfast.
Five star hotels like Manila Hotel and such have like $100/night rate so you can also chose those.
Well, I hope you enjoy your stay here! |
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cherrry blossom
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money cuz you could pretty much buy anything and bug spray |
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Naughty Nurse ♥'s ★Sp!cySam
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Which province? If it's Cebu, you're all good. If you need a tour guide, email me LOL kidding :)
Enjoy your stay! |
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clncarplz
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If you are going to say longer than 3 weeks then you need to get a Visa extension from the Bureau of Immigration here. Other than that bring cash. I made the trip from Seattle Wa. for the last time in De. 2008. You might want to bring a book to read on the airplane. I do not recommend a laptop a it might get stolen from you, just go to an internet cafe (100s of them here) for about $.50 per hour.
Hope you Enjoy it here. |
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Juan C
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pocket money... most important... |
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misunderstood
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My dad went there for a vacation and he didn't bring anything but money and clothes, also he stayed in a hotel. he said it was completely beautiful there and i seen the pictures so have a lot of fun! it should be great... in some parts i guess depending where you are going... |
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caito kid
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the necessary vaccinations against tropical diseases like Hepa B, etc. |
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ken_love_joan2005
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Yes go to the doctor and have him give you 2 XANIX take one after they serve dinner then you will sleep all the way to Manila wake up rested and ready to go.I fly all the time to the Philippines and a doctor told me about this trick on long flights. |
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Net
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Really??? With a red cape??? |
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Neil M
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something to keep you occupied on the long way there. |
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Andrea D
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Get like a book, or an iPod to do while your on the plane. Bcuz it's almost a day until you get there. You still have stops like Japan, depending on wat airline. So take something to do while you're on the plane that will last almost 24 hours, or many different things. trust me, I went there last May, it was a LONG ride!! I'm a filipino, I went to visit my family. Bring pocket money, bcuz things cost a lot there! Like my notebook I got last year, it was 106 pesos. :O bring lots of pocket money, so yeah. Buy bug spray too before you leave, bcuz you get bitten a lot!! BUt of you're NOT going to Luzon island, like to Batangas, or Mandaluyong, or somewhere in metromanila, GO THERE NEXT TIME!!! Enjoy your trip! =] |
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rikoisme
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maybe you need your visa as well |
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hettitiern
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Money, a smile on your face and some patience. |
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