Comments on: How to Visit the Philippines on a Budget

By: Sonny

Sonny — Mon, 31 May 2021 07:40:11 +0000

In reply to Diana. Phillipines in 26 October and 5 November 2019, was great. We visited Mall of Asia, Divisoria Market and Ninoy Airport. It was really fantastic. I am planning to visit atleast for a few weeks this time. No vaccines are mondatory in Phillipines.

By: John Eberhardt

John Eberhardt — Mon, 24 May 2021 18:04:45 +0000

In reply to Geoff. Agreed. Manila is wonderful and I think you can find deals there if you look hard enough. Makati is expensive as is SBG but I think you can find deals in Manila.

By: John Eberhardt

John Eberhardt — Mon, 24 May 2021 18:02:45 +0000

In reply to M. Grab is awesome ?

By: Ivan

Ivan — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:22:00 +0000

I like the article. I visited the Philippines twice, and I hope to get there again. Hope the situation regarding coronavirus will get better.
I actaully enjoyed Manila itself also. Especially Bonifacio Global City which is very clean and really nice place, but also very expensive so not good for a tight budget but still I would recommend to stay there overnight.
For the second stay in the Philippines I decided to visit many places in a very short time and I have to say that it was a rush. Even though I visited many great places (only on Luzon Island), I didnt have a time to soak up the atmosphere and so did not fully enjoy it. Next time if I ever go there, I would like to visit max. two places so I can chill more.

By: Andy

Andy — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 02:34:52 +0000

Hi matt, Ive been wanting to travel to the Philippines but since Im from southamerica (Peru) flight prices are over $1700 the cheapest, and with lockdown due to coronavirus its been a hassle to finish preparing my trip. My question is, do you recommend Tacloban City as a budget place to stay?

By: bobbet

bobbet — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:08:09 +0000

In reply to Ron Henderson. hi, I'm Filipino and the best time of the year here is from December up to February - lesser rains and sunny but cooler weather.

By: kristen

kristen — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 08:53:53 +0000

Hi Matt,
Thanks for sharing the most incredible budget travel destinations. I only heard of two of the islands you’ve mentioned so I’m glad I found your post!
The Philippines sounds amazing right now, especially since it’s winter time in Europe.

By: Justin

Justin — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:30:30 +0000

Great guide, Matt! We were going to go to the Philippines, but it’s cancelled because of Coronavirus. Luckily we’re healthy, but know a lot of people who aren’t doing so great. Here’s hoping you make it through everything well, and we hope you recover soon!

By: Ron Henderson

Ron Henderson — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 04:00:41 +0000

In reply to Martina. What's the best time to travel to the Philippines and what travel agency is recommended?

By: Sandro

Sandro — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 05:54:23 +0000

Just a warning, although it is a lot more affordable to eat at local restaurants some places can be sketchy when it comes to hygiene and where they source their produce from. Meat from smaller bbq places can also be quite sketchy, so on arrival to such places have a look around and assess the hygiene standards in the area before you decide to eat there.