Crime increasing in Philippines?

[save the frogs]

According to this blogger, Philippines is getting more dangerous.

Crime is even happening in broad daylight as criminals are not afraid of consequences.

They wait for parked cars at red lights in broad daylight.

 

 

[save the frogs]

It's not just petty pickpocketing. They seem to be not hesitant to use violence.

 

And the reason, according to this girl, that they are brazen and commit crimes in broad daylight is because of a conspiracy where crooked cops are colluding by greasing their pockets with these stolen goods.

 

Avoid Philippines? 

 

[Denim]

If you listen to vloggers might as well stay at home, triple lock the front door and wrap yourself in cotton wool. 

 

A friend just spent three weeks there. Experienced traveler and had a great time. No issues.

[save the frogs]

3 minutes ago, Denim said:

A friend just spent three weeks there. Experienced traveler and had a great time. No issues.

yes, but living long-term / retiring there increases risk.

 

she claims crooked cops are in on the crimes ie getting kickbacks. that's the scary part, if it's true. or maybe she is exaggerating to get more clicks on her youtube channel? 

 

[scubascuba3]

6 hours ago, save the frogs said:

It's not just petty pickpocketing. They seem to be not hesitant to use violence.

 

And the reason, according to this girl, that they are brazen and commit crimes in broad daylight is because of a conspiracy where crooked cops are colluding by greasing their pockets with these stolen goods.

 

Avoid Philippines? 

 

Where in particular?

[nomad22]

Many filipinos are brainwashed by their political news feeds the same way many westerners are.  Filipinos who liked their previous president (Duterte) think that while he was president the Philippines was completely safe, and now under the new president crime has increased.  The reality is that nothing has changed recently.  It has never been the safest country, and corruption is the country's main problem.

[save the frogs]

12 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said:

Where in particular?

she doesnt specify any particular location

[hotsun]

Still a fun place to go. The only place in Asia where everyone is getting laid. The typhoons make it impossible for the country to function during that season

[save the frogs]

56 minutes ago, hotsun said:

Still a fun place to go. The only place in Asia where everyone is getting laid. The typhoons make it impossible for the country to function during that season

thailand is fun enough.

cambodia has angkor wat, which might be worth a visit. and it's safer.

philippines has nothing that thailand doesnt have and it's not worth the risk for me.

i'll take a pass on philipines.

 

[BritManToo]

9 hours ago, save the frogs said:

It's not just petty pickpocketing. They seem to be not hesitant to use violence.

 

And the reason, according to this girl, that they are brazen and commit crimes in broad daylight is because of a conspiracy where crooked cops are colluding by greasing their pockets with these stolen goods.

 

Avoid Philippines? 

Been there loads, never had any problems, everyone was polite and friendly far more so than the Thai people.

[save the frogs]

2 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

Been there loads, never had any problems, everyone was polite and friendly far more so than the Thai people.

I guess statistically speaking, you won't have any issues. 

Even though the crime might be worse than Thailand?

Again though, do I care if the people there are slightly more polite than the Thais and the water is slightly more crystal blue? 

Is politeness over-rated?

I see no reason to go there. 

[Denim]

2 hours ago, save the frogs said:

she doesnt specify any particular location

 

A place like Angeles City does attract low life and corrupt officials but elsewhere no issues. 

[Denim]

5 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

I see no reason to go there.

 

It's just a different place to visit to see different things. There are pluses and minuses.

 

They have a lot of stunning beaches and mountain hikes. The women are attractive and open minded. 

The food is so so. Not as good as Thailand but you won't starve. Takes a little more searching to eat well.

Accommodation is not as good value as Thailand.

 

For retirement and permanent residence though Thailand has to be better. Better infrastructure and a lot better medicare. 

[save the frogs]

Also, met a crazy Filipino back home.

He fled the country over 20 years ago because he tried to make a power grab for the local mayor position in his village and the mayor had hitmen looking for him.

And he kept bragging about how he owned a gun.

So that also left a negative impression about the place. 

 

[fredwiggy]

Every big city worldwide has it's share of crimes. Many think America has crime all over every day and it's a dangerous place, yet millions never experience any of it living there all their lives. Staying off the streets at night in certain parts of big cities makes it a lot easier to avoid problems. Exposing yourself to the same is asking for trouble. I was in NYC a hundred times at night and never saw anything besides the biggest rat I ever saw. The same for San Antonio and Houston. <deleted> happens everywhere, including in the country areas. Thailand has islands that have been problematic for tourists yet hundreds visit there and never have any problems. It's just bad luck unless you expose yourself in an area at night by yourself that's known for criminal activity. Daylight crimes also happen, as it says here, but most will never see it happening. Stay in crowds, travel in groups, don't flash cash, insult others, and walk away from confrontations unless self defense is required.

[EVENKEEL]

44 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

Been there loads, never had any problems, everyone was polite and friendly far more so than the Thai people.

I consider it false politeness. get tired of being called sir. But, agreeably fun times to be had there.

[GypsyT]

I'm in heart of Makati right now. I got mixed feelings but not scared to walk around here WITH my local gal as guide.

I wouldn't do it alone after dark. This suppose to be "the best and safest area" according internet guides etc. It's not safe on the edge of Makati.

GoGo bars and gals are every where here. Very very young chicks are openly offering "anything". Makes me sad to see so young ruining their life..

People are friendly but everyone in business try to scam you! GRAP has written guarantee "NO extra charges" and yet I had to pay 45PHP extra for "parking tolls and calls" which never happened. I let it slide, only 0.80 cents usd, but shows how they are. He was charming friendly talking guy w/o any pride...

Hotel tried same but I had written payment bill. I booked via net. First I got worse room on 2nd noisy level but after saying "if I like I'll stay 2-3 week", which was a lie, I got hi up quieter room.

Hotel is a joke; No soap, No shampoo, N0 kettle, No water, nothing! Closet size empty box with worn out everything. It's fully booked year around and I was lucky to get a room. It's only $ 30/nite which is cheap for Makati.

7/11 is always full and people cut you off, friendly and smiling way, if you leave little room ahead of you! I hate it but have to get used to it. This is like Eastern Europe 🙂  except there they don't smile..

 

My last trip was at Christmas time and a major disaster. This is going well so far. I don't enjoy yet but once I find an island someplace to go to relax I may.

 

PS. Pinays are getting seriously over weight. Fat chicks rules! I only like thin ones and was lucky to find one 46kg babe who likes "only older men". In general, Thai women are much more attractive on my book but also getting fatter every year.

One thing I like here a lot; Everyone speak some English!  5 to 40 age group very well. It's their 1st language to communicate, my gal told me.

 

PPS. The weather is very nice: Cool 25 night, 28 days and not sweaty. Overcast, no hot sun.

Pollution only 67 - very low.

[GypsyT]

Tonight doing research here (similar to Pattaya soi buakhao and Bangkok soi Cowboy):

 

https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g298450-d9777930-Reviews-P_Burgos_Street-Makati_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html

 

[nomad22]

4 hours ago, GypsyT said:

GoGo bars and gals are every where here. Very very young chicks are openly offering "anything". Makes me sad to see so young ruining their life..

Be very careful of any girl that looks young.  Sometimes too young girls will lie to you telling you she's older but once she's back in your room the police she's working with show up and ask for thousands of dollars in brides. 

 

 

4 hours ago, GypsyT said:

One thing I like here a lot; Everyone speak some English!  5 to 40 age group very well. It's their 1st language to communicate, my gal told me.

English is actually one of the official languages in Philippines.  It's not their first language, but anyone who's educated speaks it well.  Most college courses are taught entirely in english.

[GypsyT]

23 minutes ago, nomad22 said:

Be very careful of any girl that looks young.  Sometimes too young girls will lie to you telling you she's older but once she's back in your room the police she's working with show up and ask for thousands of dollars in brides. 

Will never happen to me. I don't use Pay-sex services. So far supply overshadows need...

[scubascuba3]

14 minutes ago, GypsyT said:

Will never happen to me. I don't use Pay-sex services. So far supply overshadows need...

Will when you get older

[Harrisfan]

On 2/16/2025 at 9:43 PM, save the frogs said:

According to this blogger, Philippines is getting more dangerous.

Crime is even happening in broad daylight as criminals are not afraid of consequences.

They wait for parked cars at red lights in broad daylight.

 

 

Vloggers are pro liars. Downmarket lawyers.

[nomad22]

24 minutes ago, GypsyT said:

46 minutes ago, nomad22 said:

Be very careful of any girl that looks young.  Sometimes too young girls will lie to you telling you she's older but once she's back in your room the police she's working with show up and ask for thousands of dollars in brides. 

Will never happen to me. I don't use Pay-sex services. So far supply overshadows need...

 

It also happens with girls you think are "ordinary" girls you're not planning on paying. 

[save the frogs]

3 hours ago, GypsyT said:

Will never happen to me. I don't use Pay-sex services. So far supply overshadows need...

If you don't like to pay by the hour, you will need to buy a house for someone at some point. 

 

[GypsyT]

4 hours ago, scubascuba3 said:

Will when you get older

No.

[GypsyT]

3 hours ago, save the frogs said:

If you don't like to pay by the hour, you will need to buy a house for someone at some point. 

I only date house owners.