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#weekendgetaways So Manila cannot offer you what rest of philipines and those island beach destinations offer you. On the the contrary it is crowded, traffic, can be a test of many things. But say you're looking at getting away for the weekend and are out of options. I say so cos from Singapore often we get good flight deals to the Philippines. Only once have I dared Manila but i thought for a getaway that short. It worked out just fine. You get your nightlife, food, friendly locals etc. In terms of sightseeing and killing time during the days. You ould try the luneta park, china town, BgC and say a bunch of other malls to kill time and get some chow. #weekendonly #manila #beachlife #cityholiday
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