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01-20-2014, 12:10 PM
I know this is the Manila thread but was wondering if anyone has any intel/connects or contacts or referrals in terms of decent accommodatipns in Davao? Which areas are good to stay in and the ones to avoid.
Looking to make a short reconnaissance trip there in April but depending on how things evolve, it can be extended indefinitely.
Salamat guys!
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01-20-2014, 12:13 PM
Paul B,
I wouldnt waste time on Dia as it has the lowest talent. Try Cherry Blossoms, tons of quality there. Found an amazing gem there..
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01-20-2014, 01:27 PM
@VP:
As it happens, I have an alumnus frat brother that owns a decent hotel near the dowtown area of Davao. I'll get some details for ya.
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01-20-2014, 01:34 PM
@VP: Oh, by the way, did you mean Davao City? (That's where his hotel is at...) or did you mean Davao Island in general? Davao is the second largest island in the Philippine archipelago... And is quite expansive... It might take a while to get around...
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01-20-2014, 01:49 PM
I'm pretty unimpressed with the choice on Airbnb in the Makati area, compared with other major cities.
Is Greenbelt really the best option?
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01-20-2014, 10:25 PM
IKE: "It's not feminism but the internet that kills female humility."
You've summed it up right there. Jobs and Zuckerberg will go down as the biggest cockblockers in history.
The confluence of feminism, 40 years of the SAD (Standard American Diet), and social networking has created a perfect storm, and it's not pretty.
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01-20-2014, 11:35 PM
@Paul B is right about Gramercy being a baller condo. It has a sweet set up with the pools and shit. Also there is a club/lounge opening up soon on the top floor this month or next. At least that is the rumor.
I don't really care for being next to burgos but you are going to be around the action at all times. Things are going on 24 hours a day in that area.
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01-21-2014, 12:18 AM
71 Gramercy is already open on weekends and on Wednesday (models night). The former manager of Opus in Resorts world is managing it.
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01-21-2014, 12:22 AM
Has anyone been to 71 Gramercy? I would really prefer hanging out in a lounge style place over a club. I still have not been to Opus yet either.
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01-21-2014, 12:32 AM
Budda Bar is .25 km's from Grammercy is you want a lounge. Have to wear a collard shit FYI.
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01-21-2014, 01:45 AM
Can someone explain the difference between the Fort, Greenbelt and Makati? Is this all the same area, or very close to each other? I'm a bit confused.
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01-21-2014, 04:41 AM
Thx DD. That gym has a good reputation from everything I've heard.
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01-21-2014, 06:15 AM
Rio, I train BJJ there (at KMA / BJJPhilippines). Let me know when you're in town or if you have any questions!
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01-21-2014, 07:04 AM
a familiar user name Paul B, nice to see you here.
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01-21-2014, 08:18 AM
Is 50usd a night for an appartment on air bnb in the makati area realistic? are there any other alternatives for appartments. Trying to avoid staying in hotels.