My tips for you: 1. Choose grab instead of taxi. Most of the taxi drivers will ask you too expensive fare. 2. When you are in Intramuros Manila, don't ride pedicabs. Choose Ejeep instead of pedicabs because they already have fixed fees. I'm a college student in Intramuros Manila that's why I'm aware that a lot of tourist are being victimized by most of them. 3. Always check your bags and pockets because there are still pickpockets roaming around Metro Manila, like the other big cities around the world. It's better to bring a bag that has a zipper that can't be opened easily. 4. If you are confused with directions, it is better to ask the local travellers or travellers with their own family because they can give you the right details, and will not try to scam you. It may sound negative for some but it is better to follow these tips so that you could still enjoy your stay in the Philippines. My country is a nice country but like any other countries, it also has its negative sides. Hope you enjoy your stay. 😇
Inform lang kita. Ang pedicab s intramuros na may permit ay may fixed fee kasi under sila ng intramuros admin, anyone na mag taas ng presyo ay tatangalan ng permit. They can explain the sites within intramuros in English. Pwede ka namang magsabi na ingat an ang mga personal n gamit. Hahahahahah masyadong sensationalized ang pagkaka sabi mo.
lol. Grab just makes you feel good because you think the system gave the price and everything is legal. But Grab has been charging way up, up to 3 times compare to taxi. My suggestion is for you to get on to taxi then just tell them where you are heading, make sure that they turn on the meter.
@@inhousedetective8435 Anung fixed? San ka nakakita na 40 pesos from central station to Intramuros, nagiging 80 pesos.. pinoy pa ako ha.. what more yung mga foreigners?? Wag mong ideny ang pangit sa bansa natin. Kaya madami nabibiktima dahil kayo ang masyado nagsesensationalize ng magaganda lang satin. Kung wala kang alam, just shut up!
@@jovertr9716 Hahaha! Kung foreigner ka at walang alam sa mga tamang daan, mabibiktima ka ng mga taxi driver dahil ang way nila para makasingil ng mahal ay idaan sa mga eskinita na lalong mas magpapalayo sa destinasyon. Yung 300 na pamasahe mo, magiging 1000 pesos. Parang hindi ako namamasahe para lecturan mo. Lahat yan naexperience ko na. Bugok!
Hi i arriving in Manila 13th May, but need to get to Sampaloc Bus Terminal Victory liner to buy a ticket to Olongapo.. im trying to get a reliable, safe affordable transport. For Olongapo I will be leaving the hotel about 3.00am Thanks
Hi Rob. when taking a taxi, never haggle for a price. Taxi cabs have meters. Meter should start at P40. Haggling is highly discourage. Giving tips to taxi drivers is optional. Stay safe and have a blast!
@@robwanders_ welcome to the Philippines,, Try to go to the mall of Asia, Binondo China twon MANILA, Entramuros Manila,,and Venice Grand Canal Mall McKinley Hill,,
Hope you enjoy your stay in the country. Those cabs should have meters on. There are also other ways of commuting like using the jeepneys, tricycles, pedicabs, trains, and buses. They are cheaper than using taxis. Visit San Agustin Church while in Intramuros. There is also the Rizal Park, museums, and Manila Cathedral to name a few. To get a feel of the city, go to Quiapo, Binondo, Santa Cruz, Divisoria area. There are a lot of jeepneys going there and costs only P8 for the first 4 kilometer ride. Explore street food and some authentic Filipino dishes like sinigang, adobo, lumpiang sariwa, kaldereta, kare-kare and a lot more. Maybe you could just give bread or patronize their product to help them. In fact, there is a law regarding this. In Baguio City, there are a lot of kids who would help carry your baggage or sell you some stuff. They don't beg but work to earn a living. I hope you get more subscribers, just subscribed to your channel. Stay safe in all your travels. Apply some sunblock to protect you from the heat of the sun.
03:08 There's an LRT Metro station (Vito Cruz Station) near where you hailed a cab. Ride it and get off at Central Station(Arroceros) . Walk to Intramuros (Fort Santiago) from the station.
You don’t have to ask every taxi how much. Just say where your going then see if they clicked the meter when it start moving. Just give additional tip 20 to 100 depends on your mood. 😀
Yeah that's what we do. If driver is cool, courteous, story teller, gave 50 but it not and has strong face we would not care but pay taxi meter. Better to sense route of taxi driver when it takes too long and add going around routes for short distance like 5 kms or 10 kms. Maybe distance from SM mall Lagro, QC to SM Alabang, Munti. is 50 kms but don't take taxi this route it's too far to hire taxi. Ride a bus but pls pls don't goto Munti it's the national prison cell ahhahah
You're right buddy....it's a taxi, so, don't ask how much. Just tell the driver your destination & let the meter work. You can give tip later...if you'd like to. Enjoy!!
If you ride a Taxi tell the driver to activate the meter to have a fair fare. Most Taxis here in the Philippines take advantage of their passenger including us Locals, it's better to ride a jeepney.
welcome to the country, bro. i hope you enjoy your stay here. you should put a hashtags like #philippines or something like that in the description section of your videos so the algorithm could pick it up easily. anyways, always stay safe man. i'll be following your journey🌸
Best is to ask other TH-camrs who have had experience travelling the Philippines...so many of them to avoid any unpleasant experience, not that it is fun in the Philippines...but there are always opportunistic people at any place in the world. Be Safe Have fun....
Be Good and kind to the Filipinos and you gain more subscribes😊 You Know Travis Fein from Australia when he come to Philippines he only have 6k subscriber when i subscribe him,, but now he gain more and more subscriber 50k plus in just 1 month not bad😊😊😊😊 because he is nice and energetic😊
when taking the TAXI use the meter. They all have it. No need to negotiate. But you can also ask if you want to be sure and you can also ask for receipt, which they all have it also.
I commend you for your courage in traveling here on your own.👍 All I can advice you is to be smart, observant, and do your research beforehand... Likewise, keep safe and have fun in the Philippines😄
Well I'm proud to say i live in Baguio City and the taxi drivers here are honest and they turn their meters on. They even return wallets and phones anything that are lost by their passengers in their taxi's.They give the lost things in a local radio station for a quicker access to the owners and pick it up anytime. Public market here have a price tag on it so you won't get the foreigner price🤣.
Next time when you ask for a cab say that you would like it with meter and that you need a receipt from any cab or taxis. In that way you can avoid being ripped off. Better yet install a grab app in your mobile phone...
Mabuhay! If your hostel is in Makati and you're going to Intramuros, Grab will most likely charge you P300-350 for a Grab Car, P200-280 for a Grab Taxi. A regular taxi you hail off the street will cost you from P180 to P250 from Makati to Intramuros. So good job haggling. If your hostel is in Malate, Intramuros is just a jeepney away (P12) although it will just let you off at the entrance and you still have to walk the rest of the way. Inside Intramuros are streets with heritage buildings which may not allow a car entry. That's why they have calesas (horse-drawn cabs) inside. Part of the tourist trade. About the mendicants who carry cards in English asking for money, they are unavoidable and every where you go practically, and more so when you're a foreigner and blonde like yourself. My tip is to have ready P20 coins (the new ones, sparkling gold in color) or P20 bills. You can have your P100 exchanged at any money exchange counter, especially the ones you changed money with. Metro Manila like any other city has criminal elements from snatchers/thiefs and swindlers who victimize foreigners. Taxis who overcharge I call them highway robbers. So always be on the lookout. But I'm confident you'll find us Filipinos friendly and ready to lend a helping hand, and we outnumber criminals 9 to 1.
You can ask them to use the meter.. Don't give the price or ask prices when riding a taxi. There is always the meter to be used. If they refused to use the meter, you can actually report them on the phone number on the taxi itself that says: LTFRB Hotline or something. Use GRAB instead. It's more systematic. Enjoy! Love from Thailand.
This is good insight of reality in this part of the world. I like how proactive Filipinos in the comment section, it helps a lot. We've been watching travel vlogs to the Philippines, as we''ll go there soon. A bit nervous, but I'm sure it's gonna be fun and very interesting.
Enjoy yourself. After awhile I got tired of messin with them taxi drivers. Grab was so convenient to use and a 50 peso tip was always greatly appreciated by the driver.
Don't ask the taxi's for "how much", they'll obviously offer you higher fare... Just get IN and tell them where you want to GO and they'll just turn the meter ON!!!
I love how patient you are towards those taxi drivers. Idk how to welcome you anymore by having such experience on your first day but there are more kind people here, surely you'll get along with them soon. (Subscribed) 🥰
Still the best taxi drivers are found in Davao City. They wont short change you. Anyhow all the best, wish you will enjoy your stay in the PI. Keep safe mate 💯
Mabuhay and welcome to Manila Philippine @Rob wanders explore our culture and visit if you have a time to different islands and beautiful beach thank you for visiting my country Philippine injoy and fun new subscriber here watching from Dubai UAE 🇦🇪 Maraming salamat po!
Welcome to the Philippines Rob! new subs here, while you're in Manila you should check out Binondo area for awesome food trip.. it's the oldest Chinatown in the world.. you can try all the Filipino Chinese cuisine or even try the local foods along the streets of Binondo 👍🤩
Hello, new Filipina friend here..Hope you enjoyed your stay in the Philippines..you are a good hearted person, take good care of yourself there .watching you from Taiwan.
Those Taxi Drivers are pests of the society. THIS IS WHY I AM PROUD OF Davaoeno Taxi Drivers because they are HONEST, USE THE TAXI METER, and will never abuse passengers both locals and foreigners. Be careful in my country - It's okay to be kind and interactive, but always be cautious. All the best for your TH-cam Career.
The new president should FIX this corrupt taxi drivers it just ruined the Philippine tourism not only that it ruined the Filipino people hospitality warm friendly.
looking forward for your next vlog, thanks giving ALMS to the poor , blessings 100x will return to you my first time seeing westerner giving alms to the street,
hey rob...its not like that...you just sit inside the cab dont ask for the price or fare..use meter ..all cab have it. its against the law...or take a grab instead more comfortable....and the drivers are polite..
Tagaytay is a safe place to go to now. I suggest you try to go to BGC (Taguig) and leave near Makati area instead of Malate area. Also use GRAB when roaming around Manila. It is much cheaper and so you don't have to haggle with fare.
In taking taxis, tell the driver to just use the taxi meter. No need to offer a price because they will only start thinking of abusive pricing. It’s illegal for taxis to charge out of the metered fare. It has to be based on the taxi metering fare. also, be emphatic. Don’t be afraid. Be brave, firm & smile. Most Pinoys are nice actually
The only thing NOT hospitality are those stupid taxi drivers to tourists it ruined the Philippine tourism. The new president should FIX this corrupt taxi drivers put them to jail very dishonest.
Please visit Bonifacio Global City or BGC in Taguig City, Metro Manila ; Venice Grand Canal in Taguig City ; Rizal Park in Malate, Manila ; Manila Zoo , one of the best zoological garden in Asia located in Malate, Manila...if u want to know the place , please search and watch here in TH-cam
after a bustling lifestyle in metro manila, the next exposure you have is go south The Visayas region, beaches, snorkeling ,scuba diving, food galore of every different island, island hopping the tourism hub of the country, not expensive
wow 😍🙌🏻 my beloved PH. missing my hometown in Cebu. i suggest you to travel in Cebu coz it's more easy and comfortable to vlog it over chaotic Manila. stay safe and more videos to come. 🇵🇭🙏🏻💪🏻🙌🏻 watching from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
When you ride a taxi just sit at the back then say plug down the meter, don't make negotiation with driver. Just tell only your destination, some drivers are opportunistic...Or booked in Grab Car app for safety...
You must ride a metered taxi or grab instead. Some drivers are opportunist and take advantage if you're a tourist but of course not all drivers are like that. Keep safe and enjoy staying in the Philippines.
An alternative to Tagaytay is Antipolo and Tanay in Rizal. Its is as scenic as Tagaytay. And aside from Intramuros if you are into old town vibe you can go to Marikina or Malabon.
You're now in the Philippines. See your subscription numbers surge, dramatically. .... Now, I suggest you take Grab more often - unless you know how to take the jeepneys. Ask around. Filipinos are happy to assist. Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭!!!!
when you ride the taxi in mania ,do not ask how much,,just go by the meter running ..it usually starts with i think 45 pesos ,maybe more now because of inflations... that there youll see how much it really cost you once you arrive to your destination then you pay him the correct amount ,plus tip if you are feeling generous
you were asking "How much?". Of course they'll give you a price 🙄 And 250-300 pesos is the average price of taxis here. Just ask the drivers to turn on the meter. Don't always haggle. They have Families to Feed too especially this times of Pandemic
Welcome to the Philippines. You can collaborate with other foreign or local youtubers here, so that your channel will grow faster. Be safe and have fun... :)
Before you roam anywhere, beware of snatchers and pickpockets because they are just watching around so be careful. Anyway Good luck to you and enjoy here in Philippines.
Hi bro! Why are you haggling with the white taxi drivers? They are actually metered taxis, you can even ask for a receipt! Another good way to go around is thru GRAB because you would know how much to pay already and can even use your credit card. So, my advise when taking a white metered taxi is NOT TO ASK the driver how much because they are metered. Asking them opens you to haggling but they will always say a price 2-3x or even 4x than when you take them using their taximeter.
There are more nice places that you can visit in the Philippines: BGC Venice Grand Canal Mall in Taguig City, SM Aura Premier in Taguig City, Ayala Center & Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City, Greenbelt in Makati City, Rockwell Center in Makati City, Glorietta in Makati City, Salcedo Saturday Market and Legazpi Sunday Market in Makati City, Flame Al Fresco at Discovery Primea in Makati City, Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Paranaque, Red Lantern Buffet in Solaire Resort & Casino in Paranaque City, City of Dreams in Paranaque, SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City (with Ice Skating Rink, Bumper Cars, Theaters, Food Court, Designer Outlets, Supermarket, Pharmacy, etc), Newport Mall in Pasay City, Seascape Village Bay Market in Pasay City, Brassiere on 3 at Conrad Hotel in Pasay City, Ikea in Pasay City, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong, Robinsons Galeria in Pasig City, Festival Supermall in Alabang, SM North EDSA in Quezon City, SM City Fairview in Quezon City, Tri Noma in Quezon City, Eastwood City in Quezon City (with Seoul Sky Revolving Restaurant), Luneta Park, Fort Santiago in Intramuros Manila, Manila Bay Dolomite Beach, Teppanya at Evia Lifestyle Center in Las Pinas, Okada Manila, Spiral Luxury Buffet at Sofitel Manila, Vikings Luxury Buffet in Pasay, Manila Ocean Park, Barbara’s Heritage Restaurant that serves genuine Filipino cuisine as well as the Bistro Remedios Restaurant in Malate Manila, Manam Comfort Filipino in Ayala Center Makati, and The Singing Cook & Waiters Restaurant in Pasay Metro Manila, Pinto Art Museum in Antipolo City, Enchanted Kingdom in Laguna, Splash Island in Laguna, Hulugan Falls in Laguna, Treasure Mountain in Tanay Rizal, Cloud 9 Hotel Resort in Antipolo City, Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bataan, Aqua Planet in Pampanga, Subic Bay Zambales, Sabang Beach in Baler, Lucap Wharf Alaminos Pangasinan, Mayon Sky Drive and ATV Adventure in Albay Bicol, then in Tagaytay (overlooking restaurants and hotel facing the volcano, such as Antonios, Balay Dako, Taal Vista Hotel, etc.), Burnham Park in Baguio City, Batad Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao Cordillera Region, Sumaguing Cave in Sagada, PUGAD Resort and Adventure Park in Pogo La Union, Calle Crisologo Vigan City in Ilocos Sur, Molo Plaza in Iloilo City, Batanes Island, Fairways & Bluewater Resort in Boracay, Shangri-la Hotel in Boracay, Palawan (Coron's Kangayan Lake, El Nido's Big Lagoon, Nacpan Glamping Resort, Helicopter Ride, & Yachting Club), Puerto Princesa Underground River (Snorkeling), Sabang X Zipline in Puerto Princesa, then in Cebu: Mactan Newtown, Mactan Island Hopping, Mactan Shrine, Marina Seaview Restaurant and Superyacht Bar & Restaurant at Cebu Yacht Club in Lapulapu City Mactan, Scape Skydeck at Azon Residences in Lapu Lapu City, JPark Island Resort & Waterpark in Mactan, 10,000 Roses Cafe in Cordova Mactan, Casa Blanca by the Sea in Olango Island, Fort San Pedro in Cebu City, Magellan's Cross in Cebu City, Taoist Temple in Cebu City, Tops Lookout & Top of Cebu Restaurant in Cebu City, Sachiko's Little Kyoto in Babag Uno Cebu City, Temple of Leah in Busay, La Vie in the Sky Restaurant in Busay, Balay sa Busay, Sirao Flower Garden in Busay, Edge Coaster & Sky Walk Extreme at Crown Regency Hotel in Cebu City, La Vie Parisienne in Gorordo Avenue Lahug, Ayala Center Mall Cebu in Cebu Business Park (with Theater, Food Court, Designer Outlets, Arcade, etc.), Ayala Mall Central Bloc in Cebu IT Park, Sugbo Mercado in Cebu IT Park & Cebu Business Park, Robinsons Galleria Cebu, SM City Mall Cebu in Mabolo (with Bowling Alley, Theaters, Arcade, Bumper Cars, Food Court Restaurants, Designer Outlets, Supermarket, Pharmacy, etc.), Feria Buffet Restaurant in Raddison Blu Hotel Cebu, Vikings Buffet Restaurant in SM City Mall Cebu, Aqua Dining at Cebu Ocean Park in SM Seaside Complex, SM Seaside City Mall in Cebu City (with Bowling Alley, Ice Skating Rink, Arcade, Wild Bow Archery, Cinemas, Food Court Restaurants, Supermarket, Pharmacy, Sky Park, etc.), Smiley by the Sea/Food Park at IL Corso in SRP Cebu (IL Corso Lifemalls, Lantaw SRP, Larsian by the Sea, etc.), Waterworld Cebu in Mandaue City, Buffet 101 Restaurant in Mandaue City, Buwakan ni Alejandra in Balamban, Dome De Valentine in Balamban, Baguio de Cebu Eco Mountain Adventures in Balamban, Anjo World Theme Park, Snow World Cebu, & 7 White Caves in Minglanilla, Monastery of the Holy Eucharist in Sibonga, Glamping at 150 Peakway Mountain Resort in Dalaguete, Osmena Peak in Dalaguete (for Hiking), Granada Beach Resort in Boljoon, Oslob (swim with the Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Island Sandbar), Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Headquarters in Badian (for Ziplining & Cliff Jumping), The Blue Orchid Dive Resort & Pescador Island in Moalboal, Glamping at Cebu Safari & Adventure Park in Carmen, El Mar Resort & Spa in Sogod, Golden Sands Beach Resort in Daan Bantayan, Malapascua Island, Bantayan Island (Mangrove Eco Park and Virgin Island), Siquijor Island, Romblon Island, Bohol Island (South Palms Resort Panglao, Loboc River Cruise, Chocolate Hills Natural Monument & Chocolate Hills Adventure Park, Bohollywood, Fortridge Food Park), White Island & Bintana sa Paraiso in Camiguin Island, Siargao Island (known for Surfing), etc. Hotels in Cebu, I recommend: Movenpick, Shangri-la, Crimson Hotel & Spa Mactan, Plantation Bay, & Sheraton (fronting the beach), Marco Polo (overlooking the city), Radisson Blu (fronting SM City Mall), NUStar Hotel & Casino (near SM Seaside City Mall and IL Corso).
Do not ask how much fare from taxi drivers. Just tell your destination and make sure that driver starts the meter. Pay whatever is in the meter. That’s it.
Malate is a run down neighborhood... it's sad to see what it had become. It used to be where the upper classes lived, until World-War-II, Malate and the rest of Manila's old district was ruined and the city never fully recovered. That's why it's very chaotic and has a lot of poverty.
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My tips for you:
1. Choose grab instead of taxi. Most of the taxi drivers will ask you too expensive fare.
2. When you are in Intramuros Manila, don't ride pedicabs. Choose Ejeep instead of pedicabs because they already have fixed fees. I'm a college student in Intramuros Manila that's why I'm aware that a lot of tourist are being victimized by most of them.
3. Always check your bags and pockets because there are still pickpockets roaming around Metro Manila, like the other big cities around the world. It's better to bring a bag that has a zipper that can't be opened easily.
4. If you are confused with directions, it is better to ask the local travellers or travellers with their own family because they can give you the right details, and will not try to scam you.
It may sound negative for some but it is better to follow these tips so that you could still enjoy your stay in the Philippines. My country is a nice country but like any other countries, it also has its negative sides. Hope you enjoy your stay. 😇
Inform lang kita. Ang pedicab s intramuros na may permit ay may fixed fee kasi under sila ng intramuros admin, anyone na mag taas ng presyo ay tatangalan ng permit. They can explain the sites within intramuros in English.
Pwede ka namang magsabi na ingat an ang mga personal n gamit. Hahahahahah masyadong sensationalized ang pagkaka sabi mo.
lol. Grab just makes you feel good because you think the system gave the price and everything is legal. But Grab has been charging way up, up to 3 times compare to taxi. My suggestion is for you to get on to taxi then just tell them where you are heading, make sure that they turn on the meter.
@@inhousedetective8435 Anung fixed? San ka nakakita na 40 pesos from central station to Intramuros, nagiging 80 pesos.. pinoy pa ako ha.. what more yung mga foreigners?? Wag mong ideny ang pangit sa bansa natin. Kaya madami nabibiktima dahil kayo ang masyado nagsesensationalize ng magaganda lang satin. Kung wala kang alam, just shut up!
@@jovertr9716 Hahaha! Kung foreigner ka at walang alam sa mga tamang daan, mabibiktima ka ng mga taxi driver dahil ang way nila para makasingil ng mahal ay idaan sa mga eskinita na lalong mas magpapalayo sa destinasyon. Yung 300 na pamasahe mo, magiging 1000 pesos. Parang hindi ako namamasahe para lecturan mo. Lahat yan naexperience ko na. Bugok!
Hi i arriving in Manila 13th May, but need to get to Sampaloc Bus Terminal Victory liner to buy a ticket to Olongapo.. im trying to get a reliable, safe affordable transport. For Olongapo I will be leaving the hotel about 3.00am Thanks
Hi Rob. when taking a taxi, never haggle for a price. Taxi cabs have meters. Meter should start at P40. Haggling is highly discourage. Giving tips to taxi drivers is optional. Stay safe and have a blast!
Be careful to some abusive can drivers. It is better to call a grab driver than hire regular taxi drivers. Be observant
Hahah, I appreciate how everyone is telling me this! I have used grab a couple times now and it's so much more relaxed 😌
@@robwanders_ Welcome to Philippines, you may put Philippines flag on your thumbnail to help you grow your channel, Keep safe, enjoy your stay!
Just tell the taxi to use the meter. It is illegal for them to quote the price, should be meter based.
@@robwanders_ I can take you around Manila for free!
@@robwanders_ welcome to the Philippines,,
Try to go to the mall of Asia, Binondo China twon MANILA, Entramuros Manila,,and Venice Grand Canal Mall McKinley Hill,,
Welcome to Manila Bro.. first things, first to do be careful of the WHITE TAXI! THey are abusive... anyway Enjoy, be safe and have fun....
New Subscriber here! Keep posting new videos we are here to support you! MABUHAY 🇵🇭
Hope you enjoy your stay in the country. Those cabs should have meters on. There are also other ways of commuting like using the jeepneys, tricycles, pedicabs, trains, and buses. They are cheaper than using taxis.
Visit San Agustin Church while in Intramuros. There is also the Rizal Park, museums, and Manila Cathedral to name a few.
To get a feel of the city, go to Quiapo, Binondo, Santa Cruz, Divisoria area. There are a lot of jeepneys going there and costs only P8 for the first 4 kilometer ride.
Explore street food and some authentic Filipino dishes like sinigang, adobo, lumpiang sariwa, kaldereta, kare-kare and a lot more.
Maybe you could just give bread or patronize their product to help them. In fact, there is a law regarding this. In Baguio City, there are a lot of kids who would help carry your baggage or sell you some stuff. They don't beg but work to earn a living.
I hope you get more subscribers, just subscribed to your channel. Stay safe in all your travels. Apply some sunblock to protect you from the heat of the sun.
03:08 There's an LRT Metro station (Vito Cruz Station) near where you hailed a cab. Ride it and get off at Central Station(Arroceros) . Walk to Intramuros (Fort Santiago) from the station.
You don’t have to ask every taxi how much. Just say where your going then see if they clicked the meter when it start moving. Just give additional tip 20 to 100 depends on your mood. 😀
Yeah that's what we do. If driver is cool, courteous, story teller, gave 50 but it not and has strong face we would not care but pay taxi meter. Better to sense route of taxi driver when it takes too long and add going around routes for short distance like 5 kms or 10 kms. Maybe distance from SM mall Lagro, QC to SM Alabang, Munti. is 50 kms but don't take taxi this route it's too far to hire taxi. Ride a bus but pls pls don't goto Munti it's the national prison cell ahhahah
I don’t think he’s gonna tip anywhere near 20 pesos. He just tried haggling for a cheap price. 20 pesos. Lolol
You're right buddy....it's a taxi, so, don't ask how much. Just tell the driver your destination & let the meter work. You can give tip later...if you'd like to. Enjoy!!
If you ride a Taxi tell the driver to activate the meter to have a fair fare. Most Taxis here in the Philippines take advantage of their passenger including us Locals, it's better to ride a jeepney.
Welcome to Our amazing country Philippines !!!😍enjoy & don't forget to try our delicious food.
welcome to the country, bro. i hope you enjoy your stay here. you should put a hashtags like #philippines or something like that in the description section of your videos so the algorithm could pick it up easily. anyways, always stay safe man. i'll be following your journey🌸
Best is to ask other TH-camrs who have had experience travelling the Philippines...so many of them to avoid any unpleasant experience, not that it is fun in the Philippines...but there are always opportunistic people at any place in the world. Be Safe Have fun....
Be Good and kind to the Filipinos and you gain more subscribes😊
You Know Travis Fein from Australia when he come to Philippines he only have 6k subscriber when i subscribe him,, but now he gain more and more subscriber 50k plus in just 1 month not bad😊😊😊😊
because he is nice and energetic😊
Modern cities in Manila are Makati city and BGC. It's also a tourist attraction.. you can also roam around to MALL OF ASIA which also near the bay
when taking the TAXI use the meter. They all have it. No need to negotiate.
But you can also ask if you want to be sure and you can also ask for receipt, which they all have it also.
Welcome to the Philippines. Enjoy your stay. New subscriber here. Filipinos will support vloggers like you. Mabuhay 😃
I commend you for your courage in traveling here on your own.👍
All I can advice you is to be smart, observant, and do your research beforehand... Likewise, keep safe and have fun in the Philippines😄
Well I'm proud to say i live in Baguio City and the taxi drivers here are honest and they turn their meters on. They even return wallets and phones anything that are lost by their passengers in their taxi's.They give the lost things in a local radio station for a quicker access to the owners and pick it up anytime.
Public market here have a price tag on it so you won't get the foreigner price🤣.
Next time when you ask for a cab say that you would like it with meter and that you need a receipt from any cab or taxis. In that way you can avoid being ripped off. Better yet install a grab app in your mobile phone...
You don't have to ask the taxi driver " How Much'. Just get in the taxi and ask driver to ON a Taxi meter.
Welcome to the Philippines! Enjoy and keep safe on the road.
Mabuhay! If your hostel is in Makati and you're going to Intramuros, Grab will most likely charge you P300-350 for a Grab Car, P200-280 for a Grab Taxi. A regular taxi you hail off the street will cost you from P180 to P250 from Makati to Intramuros. So good job haggling. If your hostel is in Malate, Intramuros is just a jeepney away (P12) although it will just let you off at the entrance and you still have to walk the rest of the way. Inside Intramuros are streets with heritage buildings which may not allow a car entry. That's why they have calesas (horse-drawn cabs) inside. Part of the tourist trade. About the mendicants who carry cards in English asking for money, they are unavoidable and every where you go practically, and more so when you're a foreigner and blonde like yourself. My tip is to have ready P20 coins (the new ones, sparkling gold in color) or P20 bills. You can have your P100 exchanged at any money exchange counter, especially the ones you changed money with. Metro Manila like any other city has criminal elements from snatchers/thiefs and swindlers who victimize foreigners. Taxis who overcharge I call them highway robbers. So always be on the lookout. But I'm confident you'll find us Filipinos friendly and ready to lend a helping hand, and we outnumber criminals 9 to 1.
Welcome to the Philippines! So many foreign vloggers there now. Wishing you more subscribers & views.👍👍
Welcome to Philippines 🤗 keep safe God bless 😇
Welcome and enjoy your journey subscribed!👍🇵🇭
Thank you for following! I still have a lot of time left here in The Philippines 😄
You can ask them to use the meter.. Don't give the price or ask prices when riding a taxi. There is always the meter to be used. If they refused to use the meter, you can actually report them on the phone number on the taxi itself that says: LTFRB Hotline or something. Use GRAB instead. It's more systematic. Enjoy! Love from Thailand.
Explore and enjoy the Philippines .You wIll gain a lot of subscribers here as we support foreigners enjoying our country. Be safe.
New subscriber here. Welcome to the Philippines and enjoy!
Dont negotiate with the price with taxi driver choose those who will drive by fare meter.
This is good insight of reality in this part of the world. I like how proactive Filipinos in the comment section, it helps a lot. We've been watching travel vlogs to the Philippines, as we''ll go there soon. A bit nervous, but I'm sure it's gonna be fun and very interesting.
Just don't deal with taxis, download the grab app once you land.
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Thank you Zurc! ♥️😁
welcome to the Philippines, enjoy your stay
You don't have transact fare to the cab driver. It has a meter w/c is calibrated. If you don't want taxi booked for a grab
Enjoy yourself. After awhile I got tired of messin with them taxi drivers. Grab was so convenient to use and a 50 peso tip was always greatly appreciated by the driver.
good luck in your new vlog, hopefully this is not your first. I'm looking forward for more. Stay safe in the Philippines.
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Don't ask the taxi's for "how much", they'll obviously offer you higher fare... Just get IN and tell them where you want to GO and they'll just turn the meter ON!!!
Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭. Enjoy your stay.
I love how patient you are towards those taxi drivers. Idk how to welcome you anymore by having such experience on your first day but there are more kind people here, surely you'll get along with them soon. (Subscribed) 🥰
Still the best taxi drivers are found in Davao City. They wont short change you. Anyhow all the best, wish you will enjoy your stay in the PI. Keep safe mate 💯
napinoybait ka hahaha kawawa ka naman
Not really
Just a tip go booked GRAB instead of White taxis it's charging way too much sometimes tho...
Try taking 2GO vessels going to Cebu and enjoy the scene while travelling.
Welcome to my country Philippines. Stay safe and God bless you
Welcome to the Philippines Rob, enjoy your stay!
Mabuhay and welcome to Manila Philippine @Rob wanders explore our culture and visit if you have a time to different islands and beautiful beach thank you for visiting my country Philippine injoy and fun new subscriber here watching from Dubai UAE 🇦🇪 Maraming salamat po!
Welcome to the Philippines have fun,be safe always observant .
Welcome to the Philippines Rob! new subs here, while you're in Manila you should check out Binondo area for awesome food trip.. it's the oldest Chinatown in the world.. you can try all the Filipino Chinese cuisine or even try the local foods along the streets of Binondo 👍🤩
Hello, new Filipina friend here..Hope you enjoyed your stay in the Philippines..you are a good hearted person, take good care of yourself there .watching you from Taiwan.
I don't understand why you deal with the fare. Ask to use meter.
Book grab is the safest.
Welcome to the beautiful country and the 7,641 islands THE PHILIPPINES🇵🇭❤️
it will be much better if you have a filipino friend who can tour you around
Those Taxi Drivers are pests of the society.
THIS IS WHY I AM PROUD OF Davaoeno Taxi Drivers because they are HONEST, USE THE TAXI METER, and will never abuse passengers both locals and foreigners. Be careful in my country - It's okay to be kind and interactive, but always be cautious. All the best for your TH-cam Career.
The new president should FIX this corrupt taxi drivers it just ruined the Philippine tourism not only that it ruined the Filipino people hospitality warm friendly.
@Seth In a Mug no one cares about Baguio as well.
looking forward for your next vlog, thanks giving ALMS to the poor , blessings 100x will return to you my first time seeing westerner giving alms to the street,
Welcome to Philippines .have fun and enjoy..
You went to the right place as a TH-camr. I will subscribe and follow your journey.
hey rob...its not like that...you just sit inside the cab dont ask for the price or fare..use meter ..all cab have it. its against the law...or take a grab instead more comfortable....and the drivers are polite..
OLA! sir rob, thankyou for staying at our hostel, take care always😊😊
Welcome to PH! Take care and say Salamat = means Thank you
Welcome to Philippines. You are care by Filipinos. It's more fun here. Just enjoy.
Many, many, many thanks for visiting our country.. Stay safe alwz and injoy.. Gud luck and God bless you alwz.! 😃😃😃 from Cebu City.!
Tagaytay is a safe place to go to now. I suggest you try to go to BGC (Taguig) and leave near Makati area instead of Malate area. Also use GRAB when roaming around Manila. It is much cheaper and so you don't have to haggle with fare.
In taking taxis, tell the driver to just use the taxi meter. No need to offer a price because they will only start thinking of abusive pricing. It’s illegal for taxis to charge out of the metered fare. It has to be based on the taxi metering fare. also, be emphatic. Don’t be afraid. Be brave, firm & smile. Most Pinoys are nice actually
Welcome to the Philippines. Explore the beauty and warm hospitality of our country :)
The only thing NOT hospitality are those stupid taxi drivers to tourists it ruined the Philippine tourism. The new president should FIX this corrupt taxi drivers put them to jail very dishonest.
Goodluck on your travels.
Done subscribed. Welcome to Philippines. Enjoy your stay.
new subscriber here from the Philippines..welcome❤️
Welcome to the 🇵🇭
For the Red District, go to P Burgos St in Makati. Go to modern BGC for shopping and restaurants
Please visit Bonifacio Global City or BGC in Taguig City, Metro Manila ; Venice Grand Canal in Taguig City ; Rizal Park in Malate, Manila ; Manila Zoo , one of the best zoological garden in Asia located in Malate, Manila...if u want to know the place , please search and watch here in TH-cam
after a bustling lifestyle in metro manila, the next exposure you have is go south The Visayas region, beaches, snorkeling ,scuba diving, food galore of every different island, island hopping the tourism hub of the country, not expensive
wow 😍🙌🏻 my beloved PH. missing my hometown in Cebu.
i suggest you to travel in Cebu coz it's more easy and comfortable to vlog it over chaotic Manila.
stay safe and more videos to come. 🇵🇭🙏🏻💪🏻🙌🏻
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Enjoy your stay,Have fun.
Hi Rob, I just came a cross your channel, good luck in the phillipines.
When you ride a taxi just sit at the back then say plug down the meter, don't make negotiation with driver. Just tell only your destination, some drivers are opportunistic...Or booked in Grab Car app for safety...
You must ride a metered taxi or grab instead. Some drivers are opportunist and take advantage if you're a tourist but of course not all drivers are like that. Keep safe and enjoy staying in the Philippines.
Be careful rob , much better and safe if you get grab, stay safe always and enjoy Philippines
An alternative to Tagaytay is Antipolo and Tanay in Rizal. Its is as scenic as Tagaytay. And aside from Intramuros if you are into old town vibe you can go to Marikina or Malabon.
Welcome to the Philippines enjoy your stay
Welcome to my country Pilipinas enjoy and keep safe always
You're now in the Philippines. See your subscription numbers surge, dramatically. .... Now, I suggest you take Grab more often - unless you know how to take the jeepneys. Ask around. Filipinos are happy to assist. Welcome to the Philippines 🇵🇭!!!!
Since you're in my beautiful country....I SUBSCRIBED you.
Have fun and Stay safe.Watching from Canada 🇨🇦.
A wam welcome to you in the Philippines. Your new subscriber here, a Filipino living in London. Have fun x
Nice vlog! Looking forward to your next uploads :)
when you ride the taxi in mania ,do not ask how much,,just go by the meter running ..it usually starts with i think 45 pesos ,maybe more now because of inflations... that there youll see how much it really cost you once you arrive to your destination then you pay him the correct amount ,plus tip if you are feeling generous
Please take care welcome to the tropical country Philippines
Welcome to Philippines 🇵🇭
Welcome to philippines,explore different parts of the philippines luzon,, visayas,palawan,siargao.
you were asking "How much?". Of course they'll give you a price 🙄 And 250-300 pesos is the average price of taxis here. Just ask the drivers to turn on the meter. Don't always haggle. They have Families to Feed too especially this times of Pandemic
just subscibed. hope u can show malate and ermita districts. where are u staying in malate/
🙏🙏🙏 I will upload a video of me exploring Light Mall with a local very shortly! And I will be going to Cebu in a couple days.
Welcome to the Philippines. You can collaborate with other foreign or local youtubers here, so that your channel will grow faster. Be safe and have fun... :)
Nice, welcome stay safe and God Bless!
Before you roam anywhere, beware of snatchers and pickpockets because they are just watching around so be careful. Anyway Good luck to you and enjoy here in Philippines.
Hi bro! Why are you haggling with the white taxi drivers? They are actually metered taxis, you can even ask for a receipt! Another good way to go around is thru GRAB because you would know how much to pay already
and can even use your credit card. So, my advise when taking a white metered taxi is NOT TO ASK the driver how much because they are metered. Asking them opens you to haggling but they will always say a price 2-3x or even 4x than when you take them using their taximeter.
Careful to some abusive drivers. It's better to download a Grab app for cheap and for your safety. Takecare, Enjoy 🇵🇭
Hi Rob, make more videos about the philippines, and the whole filipino community will be backing your videos and channel
There are more nice places that you can visit in the Philippines: BGC Venice Grand Canal Mall in Taguig City, SM Aura Premier in Taguig City, Ayala Center & Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City, Greenbelt in Makati City, Rockwell Center in Makati City, Glorietta in Makati City, Salcedo Saturday Market and Legazpi Sunday Market in Makati City, Flame Al Fresco at Discovery Primea in Makati City, Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Paranaque, Red Lantern Buffet in Solaire Resort & Casino in Paranaque City, City of Dreams in Paranaque, SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City (with Ice Skating Rink, Bumper Cars, Theaters, Food Court, Designer Outlets, Supermarket, Pharmacy, etc), Newport Mall in Pasay City, Seascape Village Bay Market in Pasay City, Brassiere on 3 at Conrad Hotel in Pasay City, Ikea in Pasay City, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong, Robinsons Galeria in Pasig City, Festival Supermall in Alabang, SM North EDSA in Quezon City, SM City Fairview in Quezon City, Tri Noma in Quezon City, Eastwood City in Quezon City (with Seoul Sky Revolving Restaurant), Luneta Park, Fort Santiago in Intramuros Manila, Manila Bay Dolomite Beach, Teppanya at Evia Lifestyle Center in Las Pinas, Okada Manila, Spiral Luxury Buffet at Sofitel Manila, Vikings Luxury Buffet in Pasay, Manila Ocean Park, Barbara’s Heritage Restaurant that serves genuine Filipino cuisine as well as the Bistro Remedios Restaurant in Malate Manila, Manam Comfort Filipino in Ayala Center Makati, and The Singing Cook & Waiters Restaurant in Pasay Metro Manila, Pinto Art Museum in Antipolo City, Enchanted Kingdom in Laguna, Splash Island in Laguna, Hulugan Falls in Laguna, Treasure Mountain in Tanay Rizal, Cloud 9 Hotel Resort in Antipolo City, Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bataan, Aqua Planet in Pampanga, Subic Bay Zambales, Sabang Beach in Baler, Lucap Wharf Alaminos Pangasinan, Mayon Sky Drive and ATV Adventure in Albay Bicol, then in Tagaytay (overlooking restaurants and hotel facing the volcano, such as Antonios, Balay Dako, Taal Vista Hotel, etc.), Burnham Park in Baguio City, Batad Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao Cordillera Region, Sumaguing Cave in Sagada, PUGAD Resort and Adventure Park in Pogo La Union, Calle Crisologo Vigan City in Ilocos Sur, Molo Plaza in Iloilo City, Batanes Island, Fairways & Bluewater Resort in Boracay, Shangri-la Hotel in Boracay, Palawan (Coron's Kangayan Lake, El Nido's Big Lagoon, Nacpan Glamping Resort, Helicopter Ride, & Yachting Club), Puerto Princesa Underground River (Snorkeling), Sabang X Zipline in Puerto Princesa, then in Cebu: Mactan Newtown, Mactan Island Hopping, Mactan Shrine, Marina Seaview Restaurant and Superyacht Bar & Restaurant at Cebu Yacht Club in Lapulapu City Mactan, Scape Skydeck at Azon Residences in Lapu Lapu City, JPark Island Resort & Waterpark in Mactan, 10,000 Roses Cafe in Cordova Mactan, Casa Blanca by the Sea in Olango Island, Fort San Pedro in Cebu City, Magellan's Cross in Cebu City, Taoist Temple in Cebu City, Tops Lookout & Top of Cebu Restaurant in Cebu City, Sachiko's Little Kyoto in Babag Uno Cebu City, Temple of Leah in Busay, La Vie in the Sky Restaurant in Busay, Balay sa Busay, Sirao Flower Garden in Busay, Edge Coaster & Sky Walk Extreme at Crown Regency Hotel in Cebu City, La Vie Parisienne in Gorordo Avenue Lahug, Ayala Center Mall Cebu in Cebu Business Park (with Theater, Food Court, Designer Outlets, Arcade, etc.), Ayala Mall Central Bloc in Cebu IT Park, Sugbo Mercado in Cebu IT Park & Cebu Business Park, Robinsons Galleria Cebu, SM City Mall Cebu in Mabolo (with Bowling Alley, Theaters, Arcade, Bumper Cars, Food Court Restaurants, Designer Outlets, Supermarket, Pharmacy, etc.), Feria Buffet Restaurant in Raddison Blu Hotel Cebu, Vikings Buffet Restaurant in SM City Mall Cebu, Aqua Dining at Cebu Ocean Park in SM Seaside Complex, SM Seaside City Mall in Cebu City (with Bowling Alley, Ice Skating Rink, Arcade, Wild Bow Archery, Cinemas, Food Court Restaurants, Supermarket, Pharmacy, Sky Park, etc.), Smiley by the Sea/Food Park at IL Corso in SRP Cebu (IL Corso Lifemalls, Lantaw SRP, Larsian by the Sea, etc.), Waterworld Cebu in Mandaue City, Buffet 101 Restaurant in Mandaue City, Buwakan ni Alejandra in Balamban, Dome De Valentine in Balamban, Baguio de Cebu Eco Mountain Adventures in Balamban, Anjo World Theme Park, Snow World Cebu, & 7 White Caves in Minglanilla, Monastery of the Holy Eucharist in Sibonga, Glamping at 150 Peakway Mountain Resort in Dalaguete, Osmena Peak in Dalaguete (for Hiking), Granada Beach Resort in Boljoon, Oslob (swim with the Whale Shark, Tumalog Falls, Sumilon Island Sandbar), Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Headquarters in Badian (for Ziplining & Cliff Jumping), The Blue Orchid Dive Resort & Pescador Island in Moalboal, Glamping at Cebu Safari & Adventure Park in Carmen, El Mar Resort & Spa in Sogod, Golden Sands Beach Resort in Daan Bantayan, Malapascua Island, Bantayan Island (Mangrove Eco Park and Virgin Island), Siquijor Island, Romblon Island, Bohol Island (South Palms Resort Panglao, Loboc River Cruise, Chocolate Hills Natural Monument & Chocolate Hills Adventure Park, Bohollywood, Fortridge Food Park), White Island & Bintana sa Paraiso in Camiguin Island, Siargao Island (known for Surfing), etc. Hotels in Cebu, I recommend: Movenpick, Shangri-la, Crimson Hotel & Spa Mactan, Plantation Bay, & Sheraton (fronting the beach), Marco Polo (overlooking the city), Radisson Blu (fronting SM City Mall), NUStar Hotel & Casino (near SM Seaside City Mall and IL Corso).
Just keep going bruh! We Filipinos will support u!
Do not ask how much fare from taxi drivers. Just tell your destination and make sure that driver starts the meter. Pay whatever is in the meter. That’s it.
Malate is a run down neighborhood... it's sad to see what it had become. It used to be where the upper classes lived, until World-War-II, Malate and the rest of Manila's old district was ruined and the city never fully recovered. That's why it's very chaotic and has a lot of poverty.
Welcome to the Philippines!
Careful, not all filipinos are like that, bring a friend with you all the time if you find one👍🏻