The Philippines

Is Manila or Cebu a better place to live here in the Philippines and why? Business wise, I know that Manila is better because there is not much money here in Cebu, but I hear that people there may be more dangerous. I also hear that property and rentals are higher in Manila, right along with electricity too. But I would like to know which Province is nicer or better to live in as a whole. My husband insists that he wants to live and work in Manila, but I like Cebu better.

Where in Manila or Makati can I rent an unexpensive place/pension house for a month? I am only staying in Manila for a month. I need a place that will allow me to stay for a month but it should at least have a bed, airconditioner and bathroom . It could be a pension house, serviced apartment or the likes. It should not be more expensive if I stay in a hotel.

Is there a Filipino with experience at Manila airport with departure passport control? My partner will be traveling to Shanghai to meet me for a vacation. He has a valid tourist visa from the Chinese consulate in Manila, but is concerned about departure procedures at Manila airport. It is his first time to travel to a foreign country and we want everything to go smoothly. Other than his boarding pass, valid passport, and valid visa what other documents are necessary for him to show the Manila departure passport control? The travel agency gave him a "disembarkation card" already filled out, and a hotel voucher. He will, of course, pay the airport tax at the airport before going through passport control.

How far is Manila to Connecticut in miles and hours? I'm trying to measure the number of hours spent flying from Manila to Conn, Ohio.

Which is the cheapest fly from Europe to Manila ? From where in Europe can I find the cheapest airplane travel to Manila (and back), preferably a direct flight and how much will that cost? I know there is one direct flight from Amsterdam to Manila but its not so cheap (1300 euro with returning, i think). Also can you suggest me the airline company that does the cheapest Italy - Manila flights? Thank you!

How do you make Manila palms grow faster? I know that mother nature needs to work her magic but is there anything I can do to help my manila palms grow faster? If your answer is fertilizer, do you recommend a specific brand.

can you help me find chicken inasal cook in Metro Manila to hire as cook or consultant? planning to open chicken inasal restaurant, need to hire a cook or a consultant for cooking the foods...can you refer cook in Metro Manila or how I could find one? what contact telephones or cellphone numbers? thank you!

What is the best way to get to Taal Volcano from Manila? I've heard and been reading a lot about the Taal Volcano in Talisay. This sounds like a great adventure to do! I want to go on the Taal Volcano tour really early in the morning (7am) and was wondering what is the best way to go about doing this? I would need to factor in commuting from Manila and I do not have a car! First question would be, how do I find transportation from Manila to Taal? Is it possible to rent a car and hire a driver for this early morning adventure? Do you have any recommendations on which car company to hire? How long of a drive is it from Manila to Talisay? Second question, should I just spend the day at Taal Volcano and drive back the same day or spend the night in Talisay? Third, I'm thinking off using Taal Lake Yacht Club for the tour to Taal Volcano, they have very good reviews (1,200 peso for Banca Ride) Should I go with this group or try some other group? Thank you all for your help! I really appreciate it!

What is in the water in Manila that causes it to be a little funky? From my previous question, I have ascertained the water in Manila is soft. What is in the water that shouldn't be? I am specifically talking about the city line, not deep well. We have water that (at times) smells like a sewer and leaves water stains very easily. I am trying to get better quality water, however I am not concerned with making it potable. I will cotinue to buy drinking water.

How many stamps do you need to mail a manila envelope? The first envelope contains a photo the size of the envelope. How many 41 cent stamps do I need? The second manila envelope contains 2 empty manila envelops. How many stamps should I put on the exterior envelope? If I wanted to use 37 cent stamps instead, would I need to put just one more then the amount of 41 cent stamps it takes? Thank you very much!

How to tour Manila and Baguio in Philippines in 4 days? My wife and I have air ticket from HK to Philippines on Oct 24 around noon time and need to fly back to HK on Oct 29 noon time. So we have four full days in between. How do we tour Manila and Baguio? Are there any flight from Manila to Baguio and how to book it?

How do I send a fairly thin manila envelope? It will have 2 pieces of paper and two envelopes each with 1 piece of paper. Can I just send it in the little postal boxes on the street or do I need to go to a postal office? How much postage would I need? The manila envelope is 6X9. It will be sent within the same state. It's a program application to a college. If it's due this Fri., will it get there in time if I mail it Monday afternoon?

How long will it be from international airport to domestic airport in Manila? Im trying to catch a flight from international airport to domestic airport. I will arrive manila at 11:15 and and I was wondering how long would it take me to domestic airport and what is the best way to get there? How much would be the fare for that. Thanks

How do you feel about Manila having another architectural landmark? As an architecture student, for my thesis proposal, I propose to build the tallest structure in Metro Manila which shall function as a commercial observation tower. It shall have galleries, observation decks viewing Manila and Makati's cityscape, revolving restaurants serving nothing but best Filipino food, and on its podium it shall have an open type shopping mall showcasing Philippine products and industries. This is to boost our tourism industry and to help our entrepreneurs to venutre internationally. Please let me know what you think.

What are the best elementary schools in Metro Manila? We are planning to move to Metro Manila from India where kids are getting Central Board education. Work will be in Makati city. I need to find a place close to the work place as well school.

How can i contact cebu pacific manila reservation office? I book a ticket at cebu pacific manila reservation office and want to reschedule my flight but i cant contact them in their Manila office number :+63-2-70-20-888 always busy. Did anybody knows how to contact them with other phone number? Or can i have it rescheduled on other office like in cebu?

the flight for tomorrow from cagayan to manila is not cancelled? the flight for tomorrow from cagayn to manila is not be cancelled? because of the bad weather their in manila?

What is the flying time from Manila to Rome? If I fly Cathay Pacific from Manila to Hong Kong and then to Rome, what is the flying time from Manila to Rome?

What are quality hospitals in Metro Manila for treatment of Dengue Fever? My son has been diagnosed with Dengue in Manila, but the hospital he is admitted to does not have all the equipment necessary for tests and treatment. Is there a good hospital that has north american standards and equipment in Metro Manila that he should transfer to?

Where can I buy chipotle and ancho chilies in Metro Manila? I want to cook Mexican dishes but I can't seem to find any dried chipotle or ancho chili peppers anywhere in Metro Manila. I've looked at nearly every deli and supermarket in the metro. If anyone knows where to find them, please let me know. Canned chipotle chilies are also fine with me. Thanks!

Why do Manila people look different from the people from the provinces? Manila people have lighter skin and are quite taller than people from the province, provincial people are darker than those from Manila, why is that?

What company outside of Manila could we visit for an IT field trip? Help, I've been egged by my classmates to spearhead our field trip and now, I'm under pressure in finding the BEST field trip place for us to learn the latest IT Trends outside of Manila...(We need a reason to get out of the city...LOL). Suggestions?

Can I just send a letter to someone in a manila folder with a regular stamp? I want to send something to someone in a manila folder but I'm wondering if I have to buy special postage and special envelopes.

What is the best and cheapest way to go from Manila to Boracay? Wife and I are backpacking around the PI. We want to find an economical way to get from Manila to Boracay. Time is not very important, wish to avoid flying if possible. But dont want to spend 3 weeks on a donkey to get there.

How do I get to the horse race track in Manila? I am in Manila and would like to have a look at the horse racing. If I go is it easy to have a bet?

Is there a contact juggler in Manila? or Does some heard of contact juggling? I wanna learn this half-juggling-half-mime-half-magic-half-dance sort of ish..Does someone knows a contact juggler in Manila? Im dying to learn those new tricks, and uh where can I get those transparent balls?

How do I get a taxi ride from Clark Airport to Manila Domestic Airport? And how much will it costs? My flight reaches at 1115am in Clark, and I want to reach Manila Domestic airport as fast as possible, as my connecting flight is at 1530. The Philtranco buses timing is too tight for me.

How many members does Ateneo de Manila University women swimming varsity have? I am an incoming freshman and wants to join the Ateneo de manila university swimming team and hopefully I can be able to join if there is still an available spot for me so I want to know how many members are there and how many spots are given....

Does anyone know how to remove manila envelope stains? My mom bought me a t-shirt and left it in the manila envelope for two months before giving it to me. Upon removeing it I discovered that the yellow color from the envelope had bled through and stained the shirt. I've tried Advantage, De-solve-it, Shout, Spray and Wash, Greased Lightning, hydrogin peroxid, baking soda, and color safe bleach. Nothing has worked. Does anyone else have any ideas?

How Long does it take to get the Certicate of legal capacity to marry thru the US embassy in Manila? I am planning to go to Manila from California just to obtain the certificate, my FIancee is an Immigrant here in the US , I wanted to know How long would it take to process the Affidavit Since I need to take off Work days for the trip to Manila, My Fiancee is already taking care of the other documents, FYI- I was born in Manila But was Naturalized in the US 5 years ago. I was wondering if there is a replacement certificate for this? Thanks

I want to do volunteer work in Manila. Is there an organization who can guide me? I heard of Hands on Manila. Is this a good organizattion tohelp me in looking for volunteer programs?

where can i buy magnetic strips in manila for DIY fridge magnets? I live in the Philippines and I had bought a cross stitch book from eaby several months ago. The patterns that I would like to sew next are the fridge magnet patterns but the instruction tells me that I have to adhere a magnetic strip on the finished pattern to stick it on the fridge. I am an amateur in this kind of stuff and I was just wondering if somebody knows where I can find/buy magnetic strips in manila? Thanks for your help!

Is there any safe hiking and adventure tours close to Manila that you can do in a day? I love taking hikes to places with beautiful sceneries and gorgeous picturesque places. I would love to see nature's beauty in the Philippines but don't want to travel far from Manila. Are there any tours or places that I can go that is driving distance from Manila? Thank you very much for your help!

Is there a company in Thailand that can send a balikbayan box to Manila? I have to send some of my stuff back to Manila by next month. Is there a reputable company in Thailand (I am in Isan) that can do this for me?

where to buy cornmeal in manila? help people..my family loves it when i make my own corn bread, corn dog and hush puppies. we use to live in HK but now reside in manila...I can't seem to find any cornmeal here in manila...where can i find them? pls advice....much thanks!

Where can I find a good restaurant in Manila for a small wedding dinner? I am not looking for a crazy price restaurant. Hopefully, a restaurant not inside a mall. I have been thinking of restaurants inside the good hotels, but then again they are crazy expensive. I am willing to pay 4,000 pesos for 7 people. any ideas? thanks *only in manila or makati area, or very close to those places.

What is the best hotel to stay at in Manila? I'm going to Manila, Philippines March 1, 2006. Need to know where I should stay. Cost is a little important but mainly comfort. If the place is beautiful or if the view is nice I would like the place. I'm hoping to see beatiful beaches

What places in Manila should be marked as a historical spot? Can be old or new. What places or structures in Manila do you feel is significant enough to preserve forever?

What are quality hospitals in Metro Manila for treatment of Dengue Fever? My son has been diagnosed with Dengue in Manila, but the hospital he is admitted to does not have all the equipment necessary for tests and treatment. Is there a good hospital that has north american standards and equipment in Metro Manila that he should transfer to?

Question for Philippine Pilots: At what altitude does an airplane fly from General Santos to Manila? or from Manila to General Santos? and at what speed? IAS?

Where can I find a good swimming pool in Manila? I need help. Where can I find a good heated pool that Is not so expensive located in Manila where I can get a membership for 1 year or less, use it everyday and swim as my exercise?

Can anyone suggest any good bars with live bands in Manila during the weekdays? It could be anywhere in Manila or Quezon City. I'm bringing some friends from Cali with me but we will only be in the city on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Also, I heard "embassy" is the best club, is that true?

Where in Metro Manila can I sell my old clothes? Hello to all the Pinoys out there. I live in Metro Manila and I recently cleaned out my closet. I have a lot of clothes that don't fit me anymore and I want to make a bit of money out of them. Do you know of a nearby place where I can sell them? (ukay-ukay stores or similar) The clothes are in excellent shape; no holes, stains, rips, foul smells, etc. (I take very good care of my clothes. =) Thanks to everyone who will help me out. P.S. I don't think a garage sale would work because I live in a very small village with very few neighbors, so probably no one will stop by and buy anything.

What is the best shipping company that would give me a good deal with sending packages from Manila to Dubai? What is the best shipping company that you could recommend which has a pretty good deal with sending packages from Manila, Philippines to Dubai, UAE? Please provide their contact information. This is the first time I am gonna send packages to my girlfriend in Dubai. I think it would be more affordable if I choose a longer delivery time (like 3-4 weeks), or perhaps keep the package not too heavy. What do you think? Thanks.

Where can I buy bales of hay and straw for my pet rabbits in Manila? Where can I buy bales of hay and straw for my pet rabbits in Manila? I have just moved to manila and my very cute rabbits moved with me to mainla. I'm looking for oat hay to feed my pet rabbits and straw for their bedding. The people in local pet shops don't seem to even know what hay or straws are! Please help!

Where can you buy professional hair thinning scissors in Manila? Where can you buy professional hair thinning scissors here in Manila? I just need one but I don't know where to buy it. It's the scissor that looks like it has teeth.. and it doesn't cut all the hair off.. it leaves strands from being cut. And how much might one cost? Thanks!

Where is the best place to workout and play basketball in Manila? I will be in the Mikati district in Manila. Looking for a free or cheap place where many people play.

Can you please recommend to me some of the best and affordable amusement/leisure parks in Manila, Philippines? I'm planning to take my family in different places this summer. I already have one which is the Ace Water Spa in QC. Do you know some of the best and affordable places we can go this summer just around Manila? Thanks!

How do you go to Cambodia from Manila? My friend and I are planning to go to Cambodia this summer. We will be coming from Manila, Philippines. Since there are no direct flights, what is the best way to Cambodia from Manila?

what is the best trading items to bring back from Zamboanga to Manila ? I will traveling to Zamboanga Philippines and will returning to Manila before I leave what are some of the items the city merchants/people will want?

What is the proper dress code and attire for a US Visa Interview here in Manila, Philippines? What is the proper dress code and attire for a US Visa Interview here in Manila, Philippines? Can you help me on what to wear for my US VIsa Interview? Can i just wear a black slacks, black shoes and white blouse? Thanks i need your answers.

What are the operating hours of the domestic airport in Manila? I will arrive around midnight and my flight from Manila to Tacloban is around 6am. I should arrive an hour or two before the flight.. which doesn't leave much time to stay at a hotel.

Is it possible to run a home based business in Manila, Philippines? I'm wondering if it is possible to run a home based business in Manila and be able to get a Mayors Permit? My wife (filipina) wants to start an internet-based home business.

American Male wants to work in Manila call center for American based company, but will the Philippine Gov? make it difficult to work there? How about if it is for a short time only (6months)? My friends company is expanding in Manila and now has a call center in India.

What foods do people eat in Manila, Phillipines? Please provide the NAME of popular dishes and explain what it is.... even if it makes use of cat meat or dog meat. Just tell me what the common/popular dishes are for residents of Manila.

Are there any shops in Metro Manila offering wood mounting services for photos? instead of the usual frame, I want to get our family picture mounted on wood like how they used to do it before. however, most of the shops in metro manila are not offering the service anymore. would you know of stores (preferably near makati) that still offer the service? thanks!

In Manila, where can I find a good photography class for kids? My daughter is 12. Every summer we make it a point to have her do something productive and this year she decided she wants to learn photography. Does anyone in Manila know where she can learn it?