[quote=admin;#3637951;1277142658]there are dumpsites too in indonesia!!! but ppl don't actually live on those piles of garbage!! probably just somewhere around the area [/quote] yea about 5 meters away from the dumpsite. [quote=admin;#3637951;1277142658]no that doesn't count [/quote] that counts!! it's still a public vehicle [quote=admin;#3637951;1277142658]where is alabang? any interesting things to do/see there? [/quote] Personally, there's nothing really interesting to see here in Metro Manila except if you're interested in Malls, Night life blablabla anything that falls under the category of "city" fun. Theme parks: Enchanted Kingdom, Ocean Park. Intramuros Nayong Pilipino Park (it has miniature sized tourist spots of the Philippines) Zoo: I think there's an air conditioned zoo at Glorietta... and i've been wanting to go to Avilon zoo but I dunno where it is. Mt. Banahaw - they say it has lots of mystical powers, and the place is filled with spirits and elements. might be your cup of tea. Tagaytay -- scenic Baguio City/Banawe Rice Terraces -- scenic Most Popular Beaches: (there are lots of people who go here) Boracay Puerta Galera A lot of people are going to [b]Bohol[/b] these days though... I might go there too some time. [quote=admin;#3637951;1277142658]got any recommended budget hotel around makati?[/quote] I don't think I know any. I stay at my Aunt's place when I'm there. But there are lots of cheap transient and clean houses all over the area. just ask around. [quote=admin;#3637951;1277142658]nooo way!! cos my arts are darker than 'em [/quote] no way your dark art is stronger than mine. i'm teh one who's gonna sell you [hr][hr][hr] Admin, i admire you for traveling here in the Philippines without a tour guide if I'm alone somewhere in Indonesia I'll be scared out of my wits. I might call Yuna to fetch me even if she's miles away Be careful here, there are a lot of people in Metro Manila who would snatch away your belongings. Take very good care of them.