Newbie/Kumusta

[Ako Si Jamie]

I've remembered a few other points which I'll elaborate further when I've got more time but if anyone wants to jump in, feel free.

Travel insurance
What to do, if God forbid, you get robbed
The wearing of jewellery and watches
Crossing a busy road in the city, especially at night
Accommodation

And this......

[Ako Si Jamie]

I've remembered a few other points which I'll elaborate further when I've got more time but if anyone wants to jump in, feel free.

Travel insurance
What to do, if God forbid, you get robbed
The wearing of jewellery and watches
Crossing a busy road in the city, especially at night
Accommodation

And this......

Travel Insurance - Vital you get this. Usually costs me around £15-£20 for a month's cover. Read the small print and don't always get the cheapest quote.
If you get robbed - This can happen anywhere in the world of course but bear in mind robbers in the Philippines can be armed and aren't afraid to shoot their victim if you don't comply. Best to do what they say if you value your life.
Jewellery and watches - Leave these at home. If you need a watch, buy a cheapo one.
Crossing the street - The busy streets in the cities with multiple lanes can be tricky to cross especially at night. Imagine a wider version of a dark Hagley Road with evening rush hour and traffic going in the opposite direction to what you are used to with some vehicles not having lights on, and you'll get the picture.
Accommodation - Agoda is a good website where you can pre-book a hotel. Cebu will have a good selection of hotels on there.
Picture above - That is how you greet elders in the Philippines. You'll probably score some brownie points with the parents if you do this.