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[–] [email protected] 28 points 9 months ago (1 children)

The big thing I will say from my experience there: the people are AMAZING. I didn't get ripped off, everyone was so friendly, got to play basketball with a group of kids and had a blast. And the nature is incredible.

It also had some of the most downtrodden areas I've ever seen, some of the biggest displays of wealth disparity, and after a few weeks on different islands, Manilla felt more like a theme park for the rich than any kind of city.

Overall, really recommend it, but try going off the beaten path!

[–] [email protected] -2 points 9 months ago (1 children)

I feel like there should be a disclaimer on this comment: "WARNING: you are more likely to get ripped off, shot, witness cartel activity, and/or have your organs illegally harvested in the Philippines. Please speak with your doctor to see if going to the Philippines is right for you."

[–] [email protected] 0 points 9 months ago (1 children)

There should be a disclaimer on your comment that says you don’t know what you’re talking about.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (1 children)

I think you're going a little bit too hard on the denial. I get you've lived there and seen your share of things, but that stuff IS more present.

I do appreciate that you don't want to let these things dissuade others from traveling there, but honestly, I would have benefitted greatly from hearing that warning before visiting Manila.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

Are there risks? Sure, especially if you purposefully wander into shady activity. If you don’t, though, it’s largely a normal, albeit economically challenged, place. And the people, food and natural environment are great.