Thought I start a thread on the LRT & MRT transportation possibilities in NCR ( National Capital Region) Manila
I'll be posting details on the routes I take.
How to get tickets or pre-paid cards.
Which stations go where and how to proceed from the station to different destinations.
I'll include how to connect to the LRT/MRT via transportation from NAIA
To be honest I used to love travelling around by Jeepney and Taxi when I lived in Davao. It was a pleasure for me and so quick and easy.
Here in Manila I've used the jeepney but it's not the same.
The traffic is terrible. The jeepney drivers, IMHO, can often be rude and unhelpful (bastos).
Sometimes also the passengers, but not enough to make it a worry.
It's cheap at around P7 but oh so crowded, smelly, squeezed and full of traffic fumes.
Taxis can be problematic as you need to be careful on just what is the correct fare , and/OR what you're happyto pay.
Generally I suggest insist on a meter.
Always ask the fare BEFORE getting in to a Manila Taxi. Period.
Grab Taxi is best IMO as you know it will be a new and clean car with a driver who is courteous, discreet and professional.
Also you know the route they will take and the fare.
Highly recommended by me.
Anyway, I've now grown to love the trains (yes I know I'm an old railway engineer but hear me out)
The trains are cheap, fast, clean (usually air-con) and comfortable. Yes sometimes they can be very crowded, but so it is in every city I've beeen in. Especially Tokyo, London, Rome, New York, Paris etc etc
At least here in Philippines a smile goes a long long way.... truley
So I'll post on my actual experiences as I learn.
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