Manila

Philippines · Southeast Asia

Spanish bones, American grid, Pacific energy.

Best timeDec–Feb

CurrencyPHP

LanguageFilipino

Vibefood · history · islands

Daily cost · shoulder season

Three credible numbers, depending on how you travel.

Budget

$65

per person · per day

hostels, street food

Mid-range

$151

per person · per day

hotels, sit-down meals

Luxury

$421

per person · per day

design hotels, tasting menus